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An introduction to dorm cooking — that’s not just instant ramen | Kit’s Kitchen

An introduction to dorm cooking — that’s not just instant ramen | Kit’s Kitchen

By Kit Humbarger, Contributing Writer October 24, 2025
Whether it’s learning how to make a dorm-friendly sweet treat or cooking on a budget, I hope to share some of the things I’ve learned about cooking in college. Hopefully, you can use these tips to connect with the people around you and enjoy some comfort food while you’re away from home. Even though I have access to a kitchen, I know most of you are working with just a microwave and mug. So, I’d like to share a dorm-approved version of my muffin recipe. These lemon blueberry mug muffins are sure to make your dorm smell like a bakery.
Taste the tropics: Innovative summer drinks you can make on a budget

Taste the tropics: Innovative summer drinks you can make on a budget

By Ananya Swaroop April 24, 2025

As we say goodbye to the chilly mornings and cool weather, one way to welcome the Boston heat and humidity is by sipping cold, refreshing drinks in the hot weather.  But for students, especially the...

Liza Berdykulova | Senior Graphic Artist

The classic holdover: A spring break away from home

By Ananya Swaroop March 4, 2025
Maybe I’ll wake up without an alarm, make a good breakfast, take a relaxing bath and tick off things from my spring break bucket list. Of course, there will be moments where I’ll wish I was home, but I’ll remind myself that I’ll be okay. And above all, I’ll take it one day at a time. 
Nutrition experts recommend people plan their grocery shopping lists ahead of time and stock up on nutrient-rich foods, such as fruits and vegetables, to bolster their immune systems amidst the coronavirus. CHLOE GRINBERG/ DFP FILE

Staying at home leaves room to improve diets

By Jennifer Suryadjaja April 3, 2020
With everyone staying home and many restaurants closing due to coronavirus, there is a new opportunity to experiment with healthy, hands-on cooking at home.

Eating well, without gluten

By Daily Free Press Admin April 18, 2012

By Ruth Chan, Features Staff Writer Those bound to a gluten-free lifestyle have found that though it may be tough, it’s definitely not impossible. With a little creativity, it’s possible to create...

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