Delivering American University's news and views since 1925

Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025

Food and Fitness

Screen Shot 2021-06-16 at 2.38.33 PM.png

Comfort Foods: Chicken biryani is a traditional South Indian dish that can be made in one pot

By Subhi Pandiarajan · Thursday, June 24, 2021

Life staff writer Subhi Pandiarajan develops a new love for chicken biryani as she ventures off into her first year of college

On-campus residents and staff share dining experiences during the Mid-Semester Residential Experience

By Kelly McDonnell and Sara Winick · Tuesday, May 11, 2021

Through an eventful school year and mini-semester on campus, residents and staff alike had mixed reactions to AU’s food and dining services

Dehollander and Wallace Lake Needwood Fall 2020.jpg

AHealthyU Couch to 5K runners finish week eight of virtual training

By Zoe Bell · Monday, May 10, 2021

AU faculty and staff members lace up for the final race in another semester of running

News

Bullfrog Bagels food truck ‘hops’ into Tenleytown

By Eliza DuBose | April 17

Bullfrog Bagels brings its delicious, community-centered bagels close to campus

News

Rounding up YouTube’s best at-home workout videos

By Weslan Hansen | April 6

We’ve compiled a list of short and easy at home video workouts that don’t require any equipment

News

Escape the city with walking trails to get you out and about in DC

By Olivia Kozlevcar | April 3

Three destinations relatively close to campus, making for a nice weekend outing

WhatsApp Image 2021-03-18 at 10.46.29 PM.jpeg

News

Comfort Foods: Los tacos de carne asada son un recuerdo de la herencia mexicana

By Paulina Mendoza | April 2

La carne jugosa viene de Sonora, México

News

AU Club Feature: Nourish AU aims to make impactful change on campus, in DC and globally

By Mary Kett | March 18

Community-driven sustainability organization continues fundraising projects, volunteering and group bonding even in virtual setting

News

Round Up: ‘One Pot’ recipes to try while working from home

By Sara Winick | March 16

The best and easiest recipes that only need one pot to make while working, studying or just relaxing at home

News

The best pizza around campus

By Grace George , Emily Walsh , Eileen Murray and Gabriella Veseli | March 7

We tried five different restaurants so you don’t have to

News

TikTok’s viral recipes every foodie needs to try

By Mary Kett | March 6

A round-up of the five most iconic cooking and baking ideas currently dominating “food TikTok”

News

AU students celebrate Lunar New Year through culinary tradition

By Tristan Au | February 26

Three students share the connection between food and culture

News

New semester, new year, new goals for AU freshmen

By Weslan Hansen | February 16

Looking for challenge, happiness and change in 2021

News

Comfort Foods: Rice cake soup is a fusion of cultures brought together in one pot

By Eileen Murray | February 8

Life staff writer Eileen Murray shares a story of identity and heritage through food

News

Best ‘hole in the wall’ local restaurants for meals under $10

By Annmarie Melsheimer | February 3

An Eagle’s guide to D.C. cheap eats

News

Comfort Foods: Las conchas son postres para compartir con toda la familia

By Melissa Howell | February 1

Para Melissa Howell, las conchas son un recuerdo de su hogar

News

Comfort Foods: Tum Mak Hoong is a spicy green papaya salad typically eaten with family

By Zoe Bell | January 21

American University sophomore Cheyanne Cabang finds comfort in her Laotian heritage

News

Best Trader Joe’s pantry items to include in any dish

By Annmarie Melsheimer | January 5

These staple Trader Joe’s items are the best ingredients to spice up easy meals

News

Comfort Foods: Smithfield ham is a signifier of the holidays and Southern roots

By Eliza DuBose | December 2

Life staff writer Eliza DuBose’s dad only brings his Southern cooking around during the holiday season

News

Comfort Foods: Bake and saltfish is a Guyanese dish that reminds Josh Evans of home and his grandma

By Stephanie Mirah | November 25

Student Josh Evans views bake and saltfish as a personal delicacy with family memories and cultural reminders in every bite

The UFL and Why it's Good for the Sport

Section 202 hosts Connor Sturniolo and Gabrielle McNamee are joined by fellow Eagle staff member and phenomenal sports photographer, Josh Markowitz. Follow along as they discuss the United Football League and the benefits it provides for the world of professional football.

Solutions by The State News