Culture
Top 10 Cultural Moments of 2024
The Crimson’s Arts Board presents its favorite cultural moments of 2024, from “Brat Summer” to the “Jojo Siwa Rebrand.”
Pammy’s Review: Eclectic, Exciting, and Just Darn Good
Falling just short of perfect, Pammy’s only issues arise when they try to take a dish too far.
The Five Best Gifts for a Wonderfully Wacky and Memorable Holiday Season
With winter break coming up seemingly faster than final project deadlines, holiday gifts might seem like another laborious task on your to-do list.
Art as a Catalyst for Healing: Redefining the Role of Art in Social Change and Emotional Recovery
Art has the ability to heal — both in creation and reflection.
What the Hell Happened: A Very Pricey Snack
In its efforts to represent a critique of consumer culture, it has curiously, at the same time, upheld it.
Saus Review: The Taste of Comfort
With a partially visible kitchen, the ability to not just see but converse with the cooks evokes a cozy feeling — like watching a family member cook a homemade dinner.
Kava Neo-Taverna Review: Authentic Greek Cuisine Restrained by the Limits of Fine Dining
The experience of a Saturday night dinner at Kava is certainly unique.
Cicada Coffee Bar Review: Bustling, Bubbly, and Bright
From the coffee to the food and atmosphere, Cicada is one of the most perfect coffee shops any coffee fanatic or foodie will find in the area.
Sugar & Spice Review: Cambridge’s Go-To Thai Spot
Over 17 years old, the reliably delicious and well-portioned Sugar & Spice should be your go-to Thai spot in Cambridge.
Artist Profile: Ben Van Leeuwen on the Good Ice Cream
From the second-hand Chevrolet in 2008 to the stunning pastel parlors today, Van Leeuwen remains steadfast in his sincere dedication to quality products.
The Online World: A Prison with No Bounds
Though the online world cannot be seen as a means for us to escape the real world, all art — no matter its form — fuels our imagination.
Kismet Coffee Shop: Warm, Cozy, and Delicious
Kismet is a hive of movement in the midst of the calm and quiet residential neighborhood bordering Brattle Street.
The Modern Implications of Masterful Fan Edits
Creating repetitive and unoriginal content for a generation that has grown up alongside the internet is bound to lead to failure.
Alden & Harlow Review: Bold Flavors, Fresh Fare, and Family-Style Dining
This tendency to combine the familiar with the unexpected is both Alden & Harlow’s greatest strength, and perhaps its singular limitation.
What the Hell Happened: Wonkas & Whimsy Abound in Timothée Chalamet Look-Alike Contest
Attendees relished in the chaos, the stupidity, and the sheer fun of gathering with thousands of people for a purely fanciful reason.
What the Hell Happened: Creatives Condemn AI Threats
Unwilling to sit idly by, tens of thousands of creatives signed an online letter condemning the use of human art in training generative AI.
Harvard Affiliates Celebrate Day of the Dead with Ofrenda, Soiree
Widener Library’s West Stacks Reading Room, which ordinarily sees students quietly studying, instead housed an ofrenda with photos of students’ loved ones as affiliates celebrated Día de los Muertos on Wednesday.
From Cultural Dish to Viral Trend: The Rise of an Asian American Food Culture
With the popularization of Asian foods, it is simultaneously important to credit the cultures from which these dishes originate.
Call Her Kamala: The Podcast Power Move
Podcasting is poised to gain even more traction in the arts and media world, propelled by rising superstars and emerging artists from all fields.
Arts and Modern Politics: An Evolving Phenomenon
Ultimately, both candidates are targeting certain subsets of voters via rapidly evolving platforms rife with artistic content.
Stop Consuming Art
The public is devouring the creative sector with a heedless appetite, and the industry is changing rapidly to keep up with the demand.
Savoring Community: CanalSide Food + Drink Opens in Cambridge
With a diverse smattering of dining options and picturesque waterfront views, CanalSide aims to become a hub for the Cambridge community.
Boston Public Market Harvest Party: A Carnival of Community
The buzz of dancing and laughing was audible from all corners of the Market as people tried out everything the Market had to offer.
The Best Activities in Boston and Cambridge to Boost Your Dopamine
Here are ten locations and activities in the Boston and Cambridge area to add to your dopamine menu.