Food

Olive Mediterranean Grill to return to downtown Evanston after pandemic closure

I noticed a trend of Evanston restaurants reopening after brief closures. The city’s downtown director confirmed this, citing effects of the pandemic. Olive Mediterranean Grill was just one example.

Chicago-owned bubble tea store to join Evanston’s packed boba scene

Because the owner wouldn’t respond to interview requests, I sourced this story by approaching people coming out of other downtown boba shops. Their answers confirmed that boba fatigue had hit Evanston, even among college students.

Korean-inspired bakery Paris Baguette to replace Clarke’s Off Campus in downtown Evanston

During a week of major campus news and football game coverage, this article was the only city desk piece to make the top 10 most-viewed stories of the week, garnering nearly 1,000 views.

A Complete Guide To East Asian Bakeries (Like Paris Baguette & Tous Les Jours)

I’m not an expert on many topics, but growing up in the Bay area, I’ve become an East Asian bakery connoisseur. When my editor called for pitches on AAPI month, I was ready.

This College Student Has Reviewed Over 1,200 Restaurants On Beli

While Beli has taken college campuses by storm, few students have logged as many restaurants as Anushka Agarwala. But even this adventurous eater has her kryptonite: cauliflower and cooked tuna.

Why Are People Talking About Millennial Burger Joints On TikTok?

Writing for Spoon University’s Gen Z audience requires a voice much different from other publications — my editor called it “talking with your best friend.” I’ve learned to adjust my tone to different brands and stay on top of food trends through social media.