Category: food

Exploring local gems: Fairfax Coffee

A peaceful escape with the perfect cup of coffee BY SAAHITI KIRAN CHAMALA, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Nestled along Braddock Road, Fairfax Coffee is more than just a café—it’s a sanctuary for students seeking a peaceful escape. Its proximity to campus provides a…

Things to do in New York City

Copy editor Nylah Mitchell shares her guide to the Big Apple for spring break BY NYLAH MITCHELL, COPY EDITOR Spring break is finally here! Whether you’re planning a solo day trip or a week-long family vacation to New York City…

Fairfax City’s winter Restaurant Week kicks off

The city-sponsored event gives foodies a chance to explore diverse cuisines BY MELANIE JENSEN, STAFF WRITER Fairfax City’s Eighth Winter Restaurant Week began on Monday, Feb. 24, allowing residents and visitors to try food from a variety of diverse restaurants…

Fourth Estate Ranks: The best Oreos to eat while studying

Editors Christian and Nawaal give their ratings for 8 selected Oreo flavors BY NAWAAL NACKERDIEN, NEWS EDITOR AND CHRISTIAN SEGOVIA, ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR We understand how stressful the middle of the semester can be during this time of year. As…

Shake Smart grand opening attracts hundreds

Patriots pop out for free protein shakes  BY ANDANI MUNKAILA, SOCIAL MEDIA AND GRAPHICS EDITOR On Thursday, Sept. 12, lines wrapped around Wilkins Plaza as hundreds waited to receive their free protein shake from Mason’s newest dining spot, Shake Smart,…

FLIPPING OUT FOR FLIP KITCHEN

It’s not too late to jump on board the Flip Kitchen craze BY MADALYN GODFREY, OPINION EDITOR It has been almost two years since Flip Kitchen’s grand opening at George Mason University’s Johnson Center. Although I did not have my…

BAKING A DIFFERENCE

The Difference Baker is a new addition to Mason dining to help Mason create a more inclusive dining experience. BY CECE FINUCAN, STAFF WRITER ​​The Difference Baker is bringing students together by offering food and baked goods free of 7…

The Gourmet

Make delicious chicken casserole in less than an hour BY TRAVIS MCMILLAN STAFF WRITER Unless it came out of a box, I never used to enjoy cooking.That is, until my mom showed me how to make one of my favorite…

Sandwiched Between Politics and Food

BY: ZOEHRIYA ANWAR “NUHA” STAFF WRITER It’s a Friday afternoon, a few hours before my chemistry exam. I am in Fenwick Library, exhausted from hours of studying the previous night. My stomach starts growling, making me hanker for a delectable…

Hidden Hangouts: Fairfax Denny’s

A hangout hidden in plain sight BY: JACK HARVEY, ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR As I am seated at the local Fairfax Denny’s, happy to find shelter from the cool fall air, I am handed their Holiday Delights menu.  I am impressed by…