Culture
Students Enjoy Taiwanese Street Food, Games and Performances at Night Market Event
More than 200 Harvard students and affiliates packed into the Lowell House dining hall on Friday night to play traditional Taiwanese street games, savor cultural cuisine, and enjoy live musical and dance performances.
Crystal Bakery Review: For Those With a Sweet Tooth, Worth the Trek
This bakery is a great spot to satisfy your cravings — so long as you are careful about what you order.
What the Hell Happened: How TikTok Turned a Museum Robbery Into a Halloween Costume
Some online content suggests that younger generations see the ordeal as less of a tragedy and more as an opportunity for their next viral video.
June Bug Review: A Promise of Renewal in the Familiar
June Bug delivers familiar motifs that are reimagined with market-fresh local ingredients and unexpected bursts of heat, herbs, and salt.
Artist Profile: Derrick Teh on Malaysian Cooking, Running a Pop-Up Restaurant, and Never Getting Bored
Sekali’s menus are undeniably ambitious, imaginatively informed by the confluence of where Teh has been and where he is now.
Harvard Square Has a Plethora of Cafes, but None of Them Are Truly Great
No coffee shop can have it all, but, in a market this saturated, they could at least try to serve their core consumer base.
Style, Simplified: 10 Tips for Finding Your Personal Style
In an era of coastal grandmothers and granola girls, it can be easy to feel like you are playing dress up rather than expressing your unique identity.
Daily Provisions Review: No, You’re Not Seeing Double
The cafe attempts to cut through corporate-cafe stereotypes with some character flourishes, but falls well short in its execution.
Elephantine Bakery Review: Parisian Allure in Seaport
Elephantine is a cafe built, as its name suggests, on the oldest human instinct: to bake, to share, and to do it all with intent.
Imagine Cafe Review: Sustainability Meets Style
Imagine Cafe delivers what its name suggests: a space of imagination, warmth, and craft.
Lou’s Jazz Bar Review: Fair Food, Arresting Atmosphere
Still, Lou’s impresses in its service and experience — free birthday desserts, live jazz performances, and kind waitstaff.
McGonagle’s Review: Pub Lives Up to the Publicity
In a city with a long history of Irish heritage, McGonagle’s is a fine addition to the rich tapestry of Irish culture.
Futago Udon Review: Homemade Noodles in the Heart of Boston
While the homemade-noodle soup is the main attraction at Futago, the appetizers offer a tantalizing opening act.
TooHot Review: An Elegant and Relaxing Evening
TooHot is a perfect place to take a loved one on a date or slip into a meditative food coma after a stressful week.
Mr. H Review: A Twist of Modernity on Tradition
For a polished and belly-filling evening in a visually striking room, Mr. H makes a persuasive case.
Norma Kamali NYFW Spring/Summer 2026 Collection Review: A Homage to Her Classics
With an emphasis on simple, comfortable women’s fashion, Kamali designed a complete ready-to-wear wardrobe for the upcoming spring and summer.
Anachronism Gone Wild: ‘Wuthering Heights’ and the Modern Period Drama
“Wuthering Heights” is playing a dangerous game.
Is Deinfluencing Just Another Aesthetic?
Deinfluencing, originally meant to challenge the influencer economy, now runs the risk of becoming its own consumption-seeking performance.
Artist Profile: Jay Shetty On Meaningful Conversations and the ‘On Purpose Live Tour’
Jay Shetty — monk, life coach, author, and podcast host — has spent his life developing a strong sense of purpose. Now, he's helping others find theirs.
Black Ruby Review: A Gem in the Fusion Landscape
In a dining scene saturated with fusion concepts that often feel more gimmicky than grounded, Black Ruby emerges as a rare gem.
Kyo Matcha Review: ‘Let The Tea Return to the Forest,’ or at Least to Boston
Kyo Matcha is a bright cafe with a clean and refined interior — a peaceful, yet vibrant oasis from the chaos of the city.
TikTok and the Downfall of Luxury Brands
Recent TikTok trends suggest a societal shift toward valuing the quality and use of an item over the luxury brand name.
Best and Worst Celebrity Looks from Coachella 2025: Who Understood and Didn’t Understand the Assignment
Celebrities and normal people alike aim to have the most eye-catching and relevant outfit.
What the Hell Happened: Katy Perry Spaces Out — The Commercialization of Space Travel
The flight, framed by Blue Origin as a milestone for women in space, instead became a cultural flashpoint.
Grace by Nia Review: A Modern Supper Club…Or Just Supper?
Grace by Nia aims to “innovate” on classic Southern cuisine -- but this attempt at culinary creativity misses the mark.