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Julia Terranova

New pizza joint Fatto Americano slices up Neapolitan-style pies

Smoothie creations for when Playa Bowls gets too pricey

New Mediterranean spot serves up fresh, authentic fare

National Margarita Day calls for tequila

Indulge New Orleans style for Fat Tuesday

A twist on a classic cookie recipe for National Cookie Day

Cappuccino Day recognizes classic Italian beverage in United States

Today celebrates the famous caffeinated Italian drink in American fashion with National Cappuccino Day.Nov 8 2017

Sweet, savory, spooky: fast, fun halloween recipes

Are you having a party at your house this Halloweekend or just a little get together to get ready before going out?Oct 30 2017

Instead of something sweet, sip on something scary

Halloween is almost here and whatever your Halloweekend plans include, you’re probably going to want to have a few drinks at home first.Oct 30 2017

Let autumn inspire seasonal twists on classic macaroni & cheese

One of the best parts of autumn is the food. After a hot summer spent eating ice cream and more ice cream, we can finally settle back into warm, comforting dishes.Oct 19 2017

Hidden Grounds fills gap in weekend dining with brunch menu

This past weekend, Rutgers’ favorite local coffee shop, Hidden Grounds, debuted a new weekend brunch menu at their 4C Easton Ave location.Oct 5 2017

Rooster Spin stands out with unique menu options, hip decor

New Brunswick has a new restaurant! Roosterspin just opened at 120 Albany Street (where Shaka used to be). They’re serving a korean-inspired menu full of small plates, sushi rolls and noodle and rice dishes along with a great beer list. Roosterspin is a small local chain with another location in Westfield, N.J.Sep 13 2017

Recipes from Rome: Weigh in on Italy's staple food

Rome is famous for four pastas — cacio e pepe, gricia, amatriciana, and carbonara. If you walk into any trattoria in Rome, you are likely to find at least two or three of these pastas on the menu (if not all four). The Romans are very, very territorial when it comes to food, especially when it comes to their pastas.Apr 26 2017

Recipes from Rome: Adapting to food culture with street eats

When I was first planning my trip to Rome, I Googled and Pinterest-ed fervently. “What Not to Do in Rome,” “Top 10 Things You Should Know Before Going to Rome,” and other tips.Mar 29 2017

How to experience best of Eternal City in one short weekend

You could take multiple lifetimes to explore Rome. I've been here for two months, and I'm still barely able to comprehend what a truly magnificent place it is.Mar 20 2017

Recipes from Rome: Wining in Tuscany

Last weekend, on a cold and drizzly March morning, my roommate and I took a day trip with a tour group to the towns of Montepulciano and Montalcino in Tuscany for a wine tasting.Mar 8 2017

Recipes from Rome: Wining in Tuscany

Recipes from Rome: Learning to love artichokes

I know in New Jersey there’s probably still snow on the ground, but here in Rome the weather is already changing.Feb 22 2017

Recipes from Rome: Savor surprise found in every supplì, make your own

There are many things about Rome that are truly amazing: The fact that it’s been a city for almost 3,000 years, the amount of dogs there are or how sometimes you just stumble into a church and there’s a Michelangelo statue right in front of you. Another enchanting element of the eternal city is that you can’t take more than a few steps without finding a place that sells supplì — although I can’t guarantee this is a fact.Feb 8 2017

Recipes from Rome: Building community from 'Market to Table'

Recipes from Rome: Building community from 'Market to Table'

I’ve been in Rome, Italy for about five minutes and already I can’t imagine myself being any happier anywhere else in the world.Jan 25 2017

Get jolly by inhaling some festive, holiday inspired treats

It’s the holiday season, which means you probably have more exams, papers and projects than you know what to do with.Dec 7 2016

Enjoy some meat slathered in sauce at this BBQ spot

Enjoy some meat slathered in sauce at this BBQ spot

There is a hidden gem tucked away right on Church Street, just steps away from Key Food. Its name is Carlee’s, and it is a haven of barbecued meat that is both plentiful and cheap. Carlee’s is a self-described “quaint hole in the wall” that serves Portuguese barbecue.Nov 10 2016

Get toasty with some steamy, sizzling apple cider

With the unseasonably warm weather we’ve been having it’s been difficult to get into the autumnal spirit, which is unfortunate since fall is the best season ever.Nov 2 2016

Get festive with Halloween-inspired fudge

Everyone knows that Halloween means chocolate. And fudge is a great excuse for ingesting chocolate.Oct 28 2016

Ditch your typical brew, try these spooky concoctions

Ditch your typical brew, try these spooky concoctions

This Halloween you and your friends deserve some fun cocktails. These two recipes are super simple — neither takes more than five minutes to prepare, and they both have only three ingredients.Oct 28 2016

Get ready for healthy stir-fry at Honeygrow

honeygrow first opened for business on Monday, September 26th. Its opening had been anticipated for awhile—news that honeygrow would be one of the new restaurants opening at the Yard was announced almost a year ago.Sep 27 2016

Blended bowl of fruit is not all it's cracked up to be

Playa bowls from Playa Bowl are pretty. I’ll give them that. Lots of colors, pretty fruit, little honey waterfalls.Sep 14 2016

Forget Starbucks! Make Caffe Bene your new study spot

Caffe Bene is like no other place on George Street, let alone in New Brunswick. Once you walk in it’s like stepping into a new, tranquil world — minus the sound of New Brunswick traffic or the EE’s brakes screeching in your ear. The space itself is larger than you might imagine.Sep 7 2016

Beef up your life with this Easton Avenue burger joint

Diesel and Duke is hard to miss — it’s the only place on Easton Avenue with half of a car coming out of its roof.Apr 13 2016

Say 'holy guacamole' to Tacoria on Easton Avenue

Tacoria is exactly the restaurant Easton Avenue needed — it’s fun, there’s outdoor seating, you can bring beer and the food is spectacular. I was hesitant at first, why would I go to a place that doesn’t even know how to spell Taqueria when there are so many other excellent Mexican restaurants in New Brunswick?Apr 6 2016

Enjoy RU frozen sangria to fulfill all your icy, refreshing beverage needs

Spring break is almost here. Even if you're not spending it sunbathing on an island, you can still enjoy a refreshing, iced beverage.Mar 10 2016

Simple, almost gourmet Italian food made easy

Living in a dorm can be hard for a lot of reasons, but not having a kitchen is the icing on the cake.Mar 9 2016

Strawberry Nutella trifles with love in every bite

Strawberry Nutella trifles are the perfect end to a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner. They’re incredibly easy to make, and all of the ingredients can be prepared ahead of time. Don’t feel confined to just using these ingredients, think of this recipe as a template.Feb 12 2016

Impress your friends with these 10 microwave meals

Who feels like slaving over a hot stove all day after a day hard at work? I know I don't. Give yourself a break and utilize the good ole' microwave. The following recipes only use a few ingredients, and they can all be made using a — take a guess —microwave.Feb 10 2016

Chocolate spoons you'll be stirring all winter