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University groups to provide free Thanksgiving meals for students in the DC area

By Lizzy Tarallo · Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2020

Students can receive free hot meals in MGC on Thursday

Five easy dinner and dessert recipes to start the holiday season

By Sara Winick · Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2020

Looking for a switch from traditional appetizers and holiday meals? We’ve got you covered!

AU’s Humanities Truck brings food to DC communities

By Grace George · Monday, Nov. 23, 2020

Since the summer, two professors have been using the Humanities Truck to alleviate hunger during the pandemic

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Noodle Kugel is a perfect Jewish dish for a cold winter’s day

By Sara Winick | November 18

There’s nothing that says “home” better than noodle kugel for Life staff writer Sara Winick

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Comfort Foods: Naomi Greengold connects to her Nigerian heritage through jollof rice

By Clare Mulroy | November 11

The spicy dish is a reminder of family and childhood

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Comfort Foods: Youvetsi is a Greek dish with remnants of family gatherings

By Annmarie Melsheimer | November 7

American University senior Anastasia Matlin finds comfort in her Greek heritage

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How AU students are exercising during COVID-19

By Zoe Bell | November 5

Running, swimming and group workouts are keeping these Eagles in shape

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AU community explores alternatives for a coronavirus-free Halloween

By Sarah Fahn | October 28

Trick-or-treating during the pandemic proves challenging for DC students and professors

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Spoon AU x The Eagle: ‘Phone eats first’ photo tips

By Maya Hettleman, Spoon University AU Editor-in-Chief | October 12

Tips for capturing any D.C. meal for your Instagram

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Six coffee recipes for every type of coffee drinker and coffee machine

By Emily Walsh | October 7

Did somebody say homemade pumpkin cream cold brew?

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AU campus coffee shops remain open amid the pandemic

By Annabel Rustum | October 2

The Dav and The Bridge are open for takeout five days a week

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DC’s first deaf-owned-and-operated restaurant opens on H Street

By Clare Mulroy | September 14

Mozzeria debuted its handcrafted Neapolitan-style pizza on Sept. 4

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Take note of these meal prep ideas for the college kitchen

By Emily Walsh | September 9

Six recipes to get you through the week and beyond

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Spoon AU x The Eagle: The unofficial D.C. student’s guide to grocery shopping

By Maya Hettleman, Spoon University AU Editor-in-Chief | September 8

How to shop your way around the district while living without a meal plan

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‘Another Broken Promise’: Food insecurity in DC

By Kelly McDonnell | August 18

Food activists explain the challenges and inequalities facing D.C.’s food insecure residents

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D.C. local Mary Blackford plans to bring fresh food and opportunity to residents

By Grace George | July 27

Blackford will open a food market to combat food insecurity and employ local vendors

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Black-owned businesses to support during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond

By Annabel Rustum | July 20

A brief guide to Black-owned businesses in the District in light of the Black Lives Matter movement

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Blocks close throughout the DMV area to encourage outdoor dining

By Kelly McDonnell | July 11

“Streateries” in Adams Morgan and Bethesda are supporting restaurants and bringing residents out of their homes

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Top 10 best comfort food recipes this winter

By Devika Knafo | February 19

Warm up with street food-inspired dishes from around the world

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The best of Washington D.C.’s Restaurant Week

By Devika Knafo | January 27

Eight great restaurants to check out

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.

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