Lifestyle

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

Bonjour, Princeton! New French café Belle Journée offers variety of pastries

Four brown chocolate croissant pastries on a tray behind a glass display.

Bonjour, Princeton! New French café Belle Journée offers variety of pastries

Lulu Pettit

Staff Writer for The Prospect Lulu Pettit reviews the recently-opened French cafe on Chambers Street called Belle Journée to determine whether their pastries are worth the walk.

THE PROSPECT | February 6

Vintage uniforms, progressive play

A player in a white and orange jersey dribbles a basketball.

Vintage uniforms, progressive play

Harrison Blank and Ysabella Olsen

Ysabella Olsen, an assistant editor for The Prospect, and Harrison Blank, a head Sports editor, spotlight the new uniforms worn by the men’s basketball team, and the significance it holds for the history and legacy of Princeton basketball.

THE PROSPECT | February 2

Cooking hobbyists run ‘P Pop Up’: Michelin chef brings fine dining to University

Mistletoe table runner, a candle, pine needles laid out on a dark wooden dining table.

Cooking hobbyists run ‘P Pop Up’: Michelin chef brings fine dining to University

Russell Fan

Associate editor for the Prospect Russell Fan reviews the recent fine-dining service hosted by P Pop Up, a student group of passionate cooking hobbyists.

THE PROSPECT | December 15

Alfalfa ‘sprouts’ on Nassau, new restaurant serves Princeton salads, bowls, and more

Line of people standing outside a restaurant.

Alfalfa ‘sprouts’ on Nassau, new restaurant serves Princeton salads, bowls, and more

Lulu Pettit

Staff writer for the Prospect, Lulu Pettit, reviews Alfalfa, a salad and wrap restaurant that recently opened on Nassau.

THE PROSPECT | December 11

Seasonal sips: A festive review of Coffee Club’s holiday menu

A small chalkboard displaying, in colorful lettering, the items of the seasonal holiday menu.

Seasonal sips: A festive review of Coffee Club’s holiday menu

Natalia Diaz

Staff writer for the Prospect Natalia Diaz reviews Coffee Club’s holiday menu drinks that were released all throughout last week in the spirit of the upcoming holiday season.

THE PROSPECT | November 25

Talk turkey to me: Princeton students’ meal options for Thanksgiving Day

Multi-colored leaves line a stone walkway. A bench is to the left, and leaves are scattered on the ground.

Talk turkey to me: Princeton students’ meal options for Thanksgiving Day

Gavin McLoughlin

Staying in town for Thanksgiving day but don’t feel like cooking? Here are restaurants open in Princeton for your Thanksgiving Day meal needs.

THE PROSPECT | November 20

At Princeton, you can have Friendsgiving with a famous philosopher

An open living room space with couches, chairs, a fireplace, and a piano.

At Princeton, you can have Friendsgiving with a famous philosopher

Amanda Hugas, Mackenzie Hollingsworth, and Lily Hutcheson

The Prospect asks Princeton students what their “Friendsgiving” plans are this holiday season.

THE PROSPECT | November 20

A broke college student goes undercover: a review of Alo’s price point

An awning covering a brightly lit storefront reads Alo.

A broke college student goes undercover: a review of Alo’s price point

Amanda Hugas

Contributing Writer for The Prospect Amanda Hugas reviews price points and clothing quality at the opening of Alo.

THE PROSPECT | November 14

I spent 54 minutes on the Weekend Shopper: Here’s what I saw

An orange and black bus is parked against a curb.

I spent 54 minutes on the Weekend Shopper: Here’s what I saw

Meredith Sneed

Contributing Writer for The Prospect Meredith Sneed recaps her adventure on the Weekend Shopper.

THE PROSPECT | November 13

Palestinian food comes to Princeton with Ayat

Front windows and green awning reading “Palestinian Cuisine” of a new restaurant in town.

Palestinian food comes to Princeton with Ayat

Lulu Pettit

Staff Writer for The Prospect Lulu Pettit reviews the recently-opened Princeton location of Ayat, a Palestinian restaurant chain in the New York area.

THE PROSPECT | November 12

Behind the curtain at Richardson Auditorium: Turning the spotlight on theater staff

Four theater employees stand together smiling.

Behind the curtain at Richardson Auditorium: Turning the spotlight on theater staff

Annika Plunkett

Contributing Writer for The Prospect Annika Plunkett goes behind the scenes of Richardson Auditorium to learn about the work of Richardson staff.

THE PROSPECT | 11/07/2024

Looking for a last-minute costume? Here’s what you’ll see on the street this Halloween

Three carved pumpkin lanterns with candles inside them.

Looking for a last-minute costume? Here’s what you’ll see on the street this Halloween

Natalia Diaz

Staff writer for The Prospect Natalia Diaz predicts the most popular costumes that are going to be worn by students for this year’s Halloween.

THE PROSPECT | 10/30/2024

Sustainable spooks: College Halloween costumes and the push for conscious consumption

Sustainable spooks: College Halloween costumes and the push for conscious consumption

Amanda Hugas

Contributing writer for The Prospect Amanda Hugas explores sustainable Halloween costumes.

THE PROSPECT | 10/30/2024

A broke college student goes undercover: Inside the new Hermès store

Front entrance and display case of the Hermès store.

A broke college student goes undercover: Inside the new Hermès store

Amanda Hugas

Contributing writer for The Prospect Amanda Hugas reflects on her investigative exploration of the new Hermès store in Princeton.

THE PROSPECT | 10/21/2024

Too Good To Go: an app to save money & reduce food waste

Clear plastic bag of cookies sitting on top of a white paper bag.

Too Good To Go: an app to save money & reduce food waste

Lulu Pettit

The Prospect staff writer Lulu Pettit explains the uses of Too Good To Go, an app dedicated to reducing food waste in restaurants.

THE PROSPECT | 10/10/2024

The dining community at Scully Co-op

A white room with the sticker letters spelling out “Scully Co-op” on the top.

The dining community at Scully Co-op

Lulu Pettit

Staff writer for the Prospect Lulu Pettit spends an evening with the Scully Co-op to learn more about the dining community of co-ops on campus.

THE PROSPECT | 10/01/2024

Dreaming Delizioso: From Witherspoon Street to Coffee Club

Display case of baked goods, coffee machines, and packaging set-up.

Dreaming Delizioso: From Witherspoon Street to Coffee Club

Ysabella Olsen

Contributing writer for the Prospect Ysabella Olsen spotlights Delizioso, the new pastry supplier for Coffee Club, and its story of becoming an eatery integral to the Princeton community.

THE PROSPECT | 09/30/2024