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Madness, betrayal and a quest for forgiveness are the main themes of “I’m Not Li Bai,” a Chinese language play written by Bo Bai, directed by Huiwen Chang GS and produced by Princeton Chinese Theatre with English subtitles. As the protagonist, Li Xiang (Richard Hu ’16),develops the psychosis that he initially feigns, he struggles to reconcile himself with the people in his life who have betrayed him.
In this “food fight,” contributor Jacqueline Levine tries to determine the best ice cream in Princeton. The truth: It’s not easy.Ever since freshman year, I have always shied away from participating in the Thomas Sweet versus Halo Pub versus The Bent Spoon debate. Ice cream is by far my favorite dessert. I have therefore enjoyed these three shops immensely over the past three years, never wanting to choose a favorite. However, formulating an evaluation of the strengths and weaknesses of each store’s particular specialty this week has been an exciting endeavor.As I live in Holder Hall, I decided to make my way west on Nassau Street beginning with The Bent Spoon, continuing on to Halo Pub and finishing big with T-Sweet.The Bent Spoon, known for its edgy flavors and thick hot chocolate, is situated in Palmer Square across from a park with a few picnic tables and benches, perfect for sitting down to enjoy your ice cream on a beautiful day. The servers are very willing to indulge you in tasting as many flavors as you desire, which is definitely necessary, as you probably have never before tried kale or ricotta-flavored ice cream. I am always very adventurous when it comes to experimenting with different cuisines. However, kale ice cream just doesn’t appeal to me. I decided on dark chocolate (ice cream, not sorbet) and stepped out of my comfort zone a bit with the ricotta flavor after a taste left me craving an entire cup. The ricotta was very thick and rich and tasted like a refined mixture of vanilla, eggnog and cream cheese frosting. The dark chocolate complemented the ricotta wonderfully, tasting more chocolatey than sweet.The texture of The Bent Spoon’s gelato is perfect — not heavy, but not too light or airy either. The portions, although they seem petite at first glance, are actually quite large, especially when served with a tiny spoon, allowing you to savor each and every bite. The Bent Spoon’s strength is the excellent quality of the ice cream’s flavor and consistency, even if it’s a bit pricey.On the way to Halo Pub, I let my friend finish my cup in order to save room for what was to come. Halo Pub is slightly hidden on Hulfish Street, right next to the Princeton Public Library. The shop has two sections: one where you can grab your ice cream and another where you can plop down and eat. Halo Pub’s selection is tremendous, including many classic flavors like chocolate chip cookie dough, butter pecan, chocolate peanut butter, toffee crunch and mint chocolate chip, to name just a few. My two go-to flavors are chocolate chip cookie dough and chocolate peanut butter. One scoop is a reasonable size, but if you’re looking for quantity, definitely splurge and go for two.The best thing about Halo Pub is experiencing your favorite flavors done right. I always feel that chocolate chip cookie dough never has enough cookie dough and chocolate peanut butter never has enough peanut butter. This is not the case at Halo Pub. The vanilla and chocolate ice cream bases overflow with their respective toppings, which is always a wonderful surprise. Halo Pub presents classic flavors the way you always imagined them, and they even accept credit cards now!Thomas Sweet was my final stop. If you’re looking for quantity, T-Sweet is definitely your best bet. Their signature is called the “blend-in.” Like Cold Stone Creamery, T-Sweet mixes toppings of your choosing directly into your made-to-order ice cream. I decided on cake batter ice cream with brownie bites. This is my typical order, and I love it every time, as T-Sweet’s cake batter is unparalleled. If you like your ice cream to have a firm texture, the “blend-in” is definitely not for you. The consistency is almost soupy. However, the “blend-in” is only one of the many options T-Sweet has to offer. If large quantities and the ability to create your own customized ice cream/toppings blend-in is appealing, T-Sweet is your spot.Comparing these three ice cream parlors is like comparing apples, oranges and kiwis. It really depends what you’re in the mood for on a given day. However, if someone were visiting me at Princeton, I would absolutely take them to The Bent Spoon. If you’re looking for amazing quality, gourmet flavors mixed with more mainstream options and surprisingly large serving sizes, check out The Bent Spoon in Palmer Square.Winner: The Bent Spoon
In this “food fight,” senior writer Grace Rehaut tries Oreo pancakes at both PJ’s Pancake House and CheeburgerCheeburger. Though the review may be complete, the battle between the pancake stalwart and pancake upstart has only just begun.
In this “food fight,” contributor Doug Wallack samples the fine croissants of Terra Momo Bread Company, Chez Alice and Little Chef. Which serves the best French pastries? The answer may surprise you.
In this "food fight," Street Editor Lin King assesses the cocktail situation at The Alchemist & Barrister and Agricola. Only one restaurant would prevail.
In this "food fight" of epic proportions, Street Contributor Edric Huang compares the rigatoni served at Teresa Caffe and La Mezzaluna. And out of the epic clash of pastas there arose a champion. Read on, dear reader.
The first incarnation of Jammin’ Crepes was a food truck that frequented farmers' markets and festivals. Though it opened up its first storefront last October, the checked plate liners, cork accents and silverware-filled mason jars somehow still recall Jammin’ Crepes beginnings — as does the fact that all of its napkins and to-go containers are compostable. The decor, warm and tasteful, feels vaguely “Southern,” my Texan roommate said. As for the crepes themselves, the offerings, especially on the savory menu, more closely resemble sandwiches than your average Nutella-slathered crepe — which also makes them more interesting.
EPS Corner is a small Chinese restaurant located at the intersection of Nassau Street and Chestnut. It displays its menu outside in front of a wide patio, where diners may enjoy their meals during the more temperate months of the year. On the inside, the dining area is partitioned with several small walls into separate blocks, which contributes to the cozy atmosphere of this establishment. Music plays softly in the background, just enough to be audible but never loud enough to take over the welcoming ambiance.
This past October, Mamoun’s Falafel opened its doors on Witherspoon Street. The latest location for the regional chain that started in 1971 in New York’s Greenwich Village, Mamoun’s brings Middle Eastern cuisine to Princeton, nestled in a location between Olives and Subway.
Established in early 2014 as an offshoot of the original 25 Burgers restaurant group and introduced to Princeton this past summer, 30 Burgers is wedged snugly between the Sperry store and Labyrinth Bookstore on Nassau Street andis ideally situated for those days when all you want is a simple, satisfying meal at a reasonable price.
From its first moments —when Ken Kesey leaps out of the audience onto a stage patterned with light, sporting a fraying straw hat, the poetry of e.e. cummings still lingering in his mouth —Annika Bennett ’15’s new play “Eyes Up High In the Redwood Tree” reveals its intention to tell two stories at once: one personal, the other generational.
What is it about studying, libraries and papers that make you want to do anything else but deal with them? And by anything else, I mean constant snacking. But snacking, combined with long periods of sitting at a desk, can add up — especially if you’ve been spending long hours in the library working on your R2, JP or of course… the dreaded t-word. So, if you’ve found yourself with a case (or several cases) of the munchies, check out these tips to keep your mind sharp and your body strong.
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“I went over to her room and I had this whole bag of activities we could do: we could do makeovers, we could do facials … and then I pulled out a magazine and said, ‘Or, we could write a murder letter by cutting out letters!’ ”