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Minimalist atmosphere, beloved spot: an afternoon at Sakrid Coffee Roasters

A brick building has a window with a draped curtain and the words “Sakrid Coffee Roasters” in fine print.

Minimalist atmosphere, beloved spot: an afternoon at Sakrid Coffee Roasters

Meredith Sneed

Contributing Writer for The Prospect Meredith Sneed recaps her time in the stylish Sakrid Coffee Roasters.

THE PROSPECT | April 16

The seven best outdoor study spots on campus

The seven best outdoor study spots on campus

Marley Hartnett-Cody

With spring here, Marley Hartnett-Cody, a contributing writer for The Prospect, explores the campus’s best outdoor study spots.

THE PROSPECT | April 9

Campus bags unzipped: the good, the bad, and the bulky

A gray backpack with an orange water bottle hangs from a metal hook. The gray metal hook is one of several gray metal hooks that are in a straight line and bolted to a long piece of brown wood. Another brown wooden panel with metal hooks is two feet underneath it.

Campus bags unzipped: the good, the bad, and the bulky

Amanda Hugas

Staff Writer for The Prospect Amanda Hugas analyzes campus fashion through the lens of backpacks, bags, and totes.

THE PROSPECT | April 8

Don’t judge a book by its cover: spending time in Princeton’s most overlooked study spot

A red-brick building with red-brick pillars and tinted windows.

Don’t judge a book by its cover: spending time in Princeton’s most overlooked study spot

Gavin McLoughlin

Associate Editor for The Prospect Gavin McLoughlin recaps his visit to the Princeton Public Library and what he witnessed there.

THE PROSPECT | April 3

‘It’s Like Dragons’: Inside Princeton Students’ Hidden Musical Haven

A ramp leading up to the front door of a small white house decorated with vintage stickers of vinyl records.

‘It’s Like Dragons’: Inside Princeton Students’ Hidden Musical Haven

Eric Mohorea

Contributing Writer for The Prospect Eric Mohorea covers Princeton’s musical haven, Princeton Record Exchange.

THE PROSPECT | April 3

A new contender in the sandwich game: Capriotti’s

Colorful canvases hung inside sandwich establishment.

A new contender in the sandwich game: Capriotti’s

Junie Ko

Contributing Writer for the Prospect Junie Ko reviews a new sandwich restaurant in Princeton's shopping center, Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop.

Contributing Writer for the Prospect Junie Ko reviews a new sandwich restaurant in Princeton's shopping center, Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop Inc.

THE PROSPECT | April 2

Reviewing Coffee Club’s spring drink specials

Menu written in colorful letters on small chalkboard.

Reviewing Coffee Club’s spring drink specials

Lulu Pettit

Senior writer for the Prospect Lulu Pettit reviews Coffee Club's newly released Spring drinks.

THE PROSPECT | April 1

The ‘Prince’ water sommelier’s search for the best water on campus

The ‘Prince’ water sommelier’s search for the best water on campus

Cynthia Lee

Contributing writer for The Prospect Cynthia Lee reviews different residential colleges on campus based on the taste of their available water.

THE PROSPECT | April 1

Fresh flavors meet Chinese food at new restaurant XiBei Cuisine

A white plate with 'XiBei Cuisine' printed in small gray letters contains a white block of rice with brown raisins, tan peanuts, green pepitas, tan sesame seeds, and multi-colored dried fruit.

Fresh flavors meet Chinese food at new restaurant XiBei Cuisine

Lulu Pettit

Senior writer for the Prospect Lulu Pettit reviews a new Chinese restaurant in Princeton called XiBei Cuisine.

THE PROSPECT | March 25

The best off-campus study spots

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The best off-campus study spots

Navya Kommu

Contributing Writer for The Prospect Navya Kommu lists and describes her five favorite off-campus spaces to frequent for studying and doing work.

THE PROSPECT | February 27

Craft, art, and flavor take the stage at Ooika, Witherspoon Street’s new matcha cafe

A man is holding two small cups over a bowl as he is mixing ingredients to make a matcha beverage.

Craft, art, and flavor take the stage at Ooika, Witherspoon Street’s new matcha cafe

Kat McLaughlin

Contributing Writer for The Prospect Kat McLaughlin recounts her visit and experience of drinking matcha at Ooika, a new matcha cafe on Witherspoon Street.

THE PROSPECT | February 26

I spent 42 minutes at the Princeton Farmers’ Market: Here’s what I did

Vendors and their stalls of food and other goods are on-display in front of the Princeton Public Library.

I spent 42 minutes at the Princeton Farmers’ Market: Here’s what I did

Meredith Sneed

Contributing Writer for The Prospect Meredith Sneed recaps her visit to the Princeton Farmer’s Market at Hinds Plaza.

THE PROSPECT | February 26

A Night of Movie Magic with the Princeton Figure Skating Club

Figure skaters pose in line on ice rink.

A Night of Movie Magic with the Princeton Figure Skating Club

Monica Zepeda

Contributing Writer for The Prospect Monica Zepeda reviews one of Princeton University Figure Skating’s two annual shows, “A Night at the Movies.”

THE PROSPECT | February 26

2D co-op and abundance culture: ‘If you don’t have leftovers, it’s not enough food’

A small dining area with tables in the room. Wooden chairs are placed around the tables. A bulletin board rests on the back wall with several items attached to it.

2D co-op and abundance culture: ‘If you don’t have leftovers, it’s not enough food’

Lulu Pettit

Senior Writer for The Prospect Lulu Pettit gives an intimate overview of her experience observing the 2D co-op for a meal.

THE PROSPECT | February 23

Sweet tooth: Coffee Club’s new Valentine’s drinks

Four drinks placed on small round table at NCW Coffee Club.

Sweet tooth: Coffee Club’s new Valentine’s drinks

Emma Cinocca

Staff Writer for The Prospect Emma Cinocca reviews Coffee Club’s new Valentine's menu drinks.

THE PROSPECT | February 19

A broke college student goes undercover: a review of the Graduate Hotel lobby

A red-brick building with the black-metal front entrance canopy displaying a sign titled “Graduate Hotels.”

A broke college student goes undercover: a review of the Graduate Hotel lobby

Amanda Hugas

Contributing Writer for The Prospect Amanda Hugas reviews the interior design and coffee bar inside of the lobby at the new Graduate by Hilton on Nassau Street.

THE PROSPECT | February 13

Love You a Latte: Happy Valentine’s Day from illy

Chalkboard displays Valentine's Day menu at coffee shop.

Love You a Latte: Happy Valentine’s Day from illy

Marley Hartnett-Cody

Contributing Writer for The Prospect Marley Hartnett-Cody explores the holiday specials of illy Coffee At Earth’s End in preparation for Feb. 14, Valentine’s Day.

THE PROSPECT | February 11

Rowan’s Piercing Studio makes its mark on Palmer Square

Woman with brown hair looks into a wooden mirror. Another woman with brown hair is assisting the first woman with her earring.

Rowan’s Piercing Studio makes its mark on Palmer Square

Princess Fodeke

Contributing Writer for The Prospect Princess Fodeke reports on the opening of a new piercing store, Rowan, located in Palmer Square.

THE PROSPECT | February 11

Single this year? 10 ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day on campus with friends

A white entry-way with red and pink heart decorations fixed to it. To its right, there is a green, artificial Christmas tree decorated with red, pink, and white Valentine's day decorations.

Single this year? 10 ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day on campus with friends

Lulu Pettit

Staff Writer for The Prospect Lulu Pettit offers a selection of arts, food, and other Valentines-themed activities for those who are single and spending the holiday with friends.

THE PROSPECT | February 10

The Fine Hall common room: an unexpected social hub where chalk and camaraderie collide

A brightly lit common room with groups of students gathered in it

The Fine Hall common room: an unexpected social hub where chalk and camaraderie collide

Ruxandra Iosif

Contributing Writer for The Prospect Ruxandra Iosif documents her observations in the Fine Hall common room.

THE PROSPECT | February 9

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