In the first part of the next installment of Feature Co-Editor Darryl Yu's restaurant series, Word of Mouth, the Observer visits Buffalo Cantina of Williamsburg, Brooklyn to try the infamous Seppuku wings.
With spring in full gear and summer just around the corner, it’s time for us to break out of our lazy winter shells and embrace the warmth of a healthy lifestyle.
For ages there have been many questions that have plagued mankind over many centuries. Why are we here? Is there any meaning to life? But in the Welsh town of Llanwrtyd Wells, the burning question remains: Who will win, the man or beast (or in this case horse)?
When someone mentions Korean food, the first thing that always pops into their heads is of course Korean BBQ or kimchi, but there is a certain place out there that hopes to change this general belief of Korean food and that place is Bonchon.
It’s pretty obvious that people are more comfortable when they have control in their lives. Whether it is control over our destinies or our televisions, people are generally happier when they know what to expect.
A dimly lit setting filled with nicely carved wooden tables and chairs, Argentinean steak house Buenos Aires has the look of a very posh and stylish restaurant.
It was like nothing that I had experienced before. Covered in sweat from head to toe, I felt like my entire body was on fire. I had finally met my culinary foe and its name was the phaal curry. Having many Indian friends while growing up in Hong Kong, I had always been exposed to the culinary joys of Indian food.
It’s almost here! With the annual lighting of the Christmas tree in Rockefeller Center to the decked out decorations at Columbus Circle, Christmas 2011 is just around the corner.
Over the last few years Fordham University has seen a steady rise of international students attending its colleges. According to Peter Feigenbaum, associate director of institutional research at Fordham, between the years 2003-2010
Living in a college dorm or away from our parents for the first time normally brings about the worst in eating habits. From late night pizza binging to cheap Chinese food takeout, we eat a lot of unhealthy food while at school. I know when I first came to Fordham College at Lincoln Center (FCLC) my diet
t’s a dark and quiet night in the New York City borough of Queens. With not a soul in sight, this somber scene is something one wouldn’t expect in the “city that never sleeps.”
orty-five, an inconspicuous number sandwiched between 44 and 46, carries an insignificant meaning for many of us. However, for cadets at the National Defense Academy of Japan, this
When I first arrived at Fordham College at Lincoln Center (FCLC) from Hong Kong in the fall of 2008 I was nervous and scared about the idea of spending the next four years in a totally new environment. Suffering
We’ve all been there before: it’s 3 a.m. and you’re writing a paper or you’re returning from a night of fun when all of a sudden your late night hunger starts to surface. With no more food...
We all know that New York City is one of the greatest metropolises in the world. Filled with all sorts of fun activities and unique characters, there is always something to do in the city that never sleeps...
With the swift and relatively uneventful passing of Hurricane Irene through Manhattan, Fordham College at Lincoln Center (FCLC) residents were relieved to find themselves ...
You ate where?! What a freshman mistake! Take the stairs! These are some of the things I heard during my freshman year at Fordham College at Lincoln Center (FCLC) back in the fall of 2008.
For many Fordham College at Lincoln Center (FCLC) students, a usual outside meal may consist of a cheeseburger at the Flame or some nachos at Burrito Box. However, what many FCLC students don’t know...
Coming from Hong Kong, I had completely familiarized myself with all forms of Asian cuisine. From Indian food to Chinese food to Mongolian food, I had tasted it all. Still, something was missing, I...
Whoever said college athletes are just dumb jocks? This doesn’t seem to be the case at Fordham, because according to the Atlantic 10’s (A-10) Commissioner’s Honor Roll of the Fall 2010 semester,...
Beaten, battered and bruised by the ups and downs of a long season, Brenton Butler, Fordham College at Rose Hill (FCRH) ’11, and the Fordham Rams arrived at the Rose Hill Gym on March 5 for their 2010-11...
We all know that Fordham College at Lincoln Center (FCLC) is not the most sports-orientated campus in the world. Known mostly for our artistic and creative campus culture, sports is not what one would...
From a high school swimming star to college Atlantic 10 (A-10) champion as a freshman, Brienne Ryan, Fordham College at Rose Hill (FCRH)’13, has had quite an exciting couple of years in her young...
Still searching for their first Atlantic 10 division (A-10) victory of the season, the Rams were hoping for a change of fortune last Sunday with a win against the St. Joseph Hawks. Playing in the remarkable...
After having been part of the Patriot League for 21 years, Fordham’s future membership with the Division I league is now facing an uncertain future. With the league’s decision to postpone talks on...
The Fordham Rams didn’t play like a team plagued by injuries in their 24-19 home win over the Georgetown Hoyas on
Oct. 30. Despite being without starting quarterback Blake Wayne, Fordham College at...
Published: October 21, 2010
Beginning his journey at Fordham in the fall of 2007, Rams’ running back Xavier Martin, FCRH ’11, has slowly become one of the most prolific running backs in Fordham’s...
Published: October 7, 2010
For the past few years, sports clubs at Fordham have enjoyed much athletic success. From the sailing team’s top 10 finish in 2007 to the hockey team’s league winning performance...
Published: September 23, 2010
After losing the Liberty Cup to Columbia University last year, the Fordham Rams were out for revenge against their New York City rivals on Sept. 18.
Coming off an...
Published: August 25, 2010
Finishing last season with an overall record of 9-7-3 and an Atlantic 10 conference record of 6-1-2, the Fordham University men’s soccer team is looking to improve in the...
Published: August 25, 2010
When Bob Hawthorn took the reins of head coach of tennis and squash at Fordham University, Elvis Presley was still starting out in New York City, and tennis was normally played...
Published: August 25, 2010
While many of us were enjoying the spoils of summer by going to the beach and hanging out with friends, Fordham forward Charlotte Stoddart, FCRH ’13, was having a very different...
Published: May 5, 2010
From leading the Rams to a Patriot League championship in 2007 to breaking every passing record in school history, John Skelton, CBA ’10, has been the face of Fordham football...
Published: April 22, 2010
To commemorate Women’s History Month, ESPN premiered the documentary “Her Story: Ten Times Over” on April 4. The half-hour special focused on former Fordham University...
Published: April 15, 2010
Starting at his opponents across the paintball field, Charlie Puente, Fordham College at Lincoln Center (FCLC) ’12, waits in anticipation for the sounds of the starting whistle...
Published February 18, 2010
It’s not surprising that the Fordham men’s basketball team has been overlooked by opponents in the Atlantic 10 conference this year. Owners of a 2-19 overall record and...
Published February 4, 2010
Starting the game strong and finishing weak has been an unwelcome trend for the Fordham University men’s basketball team over their last few games. Plagued by poor second...
Published: October 22, 2009
Patrick Murray, FCRH ’13, had only been on a college football roster for a few days before starting at punter for Fordham on Sept. 19 against Columbia, but his short stint...
Published: November 5, 2009
The Fordham University sailing team was resurrected as a club sport in 2000 after a 26-year hiatus. This year, the team is off to a strong start, taking first place in the...
Excitement filled the air on Jack Coffey Field on Sept. 11, as the Fordham Rams came back from behind to notch their first victory of the season with a 27-25 win over Rhode Island University. Losing their...
