Food

Former ASU student trades 'six-shooters for a six-course meal' in new career

Arizona native overcame a life-threatening illness and now travels the country reporting on restaurants. 

By Tiffany Hutcheson and Allison Lillestol | November 10, 2024

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These bagels are everything: Top 5 bagel shops near ASU campus

Discover some of the most delicious, authentic bagels near ASU campus.

By Eleri Mosier | October 29, 2024

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Mushroom mayhem: growing edible mushrooms with the Shroom Society

The Shroom Society at ASU teaches students how to grow edible mushrooms while fostering a fun community.

By Audrey Lippert | October 3, 2024

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Local Hispanic-owned restaurants: Where to find homemade authenticity

Where ASU students can find authentic Hispanic-owned restaurants.

By Natalia Rodriguez | October 3, 2024

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State Press Play: Pitchfork Pantry supports students with food insecurity

Join hosts Connor Greenwall and Ava Peguese for this week's State Press Play. Tune in to learn more about an opinion article on John McCain and modern day Republicans with Multimedia Director Morgan Kubasko. Plus, we'll hear about how food insecurity affects ASU students and how the resource Pitchfork Pantry can help.

By Ava Peguese and Connor Greenwall | September 30, 2024

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State Press Play: Culdesac

Join host Tyler Abrams for the last episode of the semester. Tune in to this feature to hear about Culdesac Tempe, a living space that mirrors European-style neighborhoods and helps small businesses thrive. New episodes available in the fall.

By Tyler Abrams | April 30, 2024

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Dorm Eatery: nutritional advice for students

Students living in dorms have options for food everywhere on campus, but looking for the proper nutrition is important. 

By George Headley | March 14, 2024

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Make or break: The holiday breaks are a game-changing time for ASU’s sports teams

Some ASU student-athletes do not have many opportunities to spend time with family during school breaks, so they must find family within their teams.

By Zach Bradshaw | December 6, 2023

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Satire: Trader, why are these bros here?

A writer satirically chronicles the jarring experience of running into frat bros at the Trader Joe's near the Tempe campus.

By Audrey Eagerton | November 30, 2023

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ASU's Garden Commons offers free food to students

Garden Commons, a green sanctuary located on ASU's Polytechnic campus, allows students to immerse themselves in the beauty of flowers and native plants while reaping the rewards of a weekly farm stand with food grown in the garden.

By Ellie Willard | November 9, 2023

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Voodoo Doughnut opens anticipated location in Tempe

The first Arizona location of Voodoo Doughnut had its grand opening on September 7. The new location is a block away from the Tempe campus.

By Lauren Boykins | September 7, 2023

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Student company partners with Pitchfork Pantry to address food insecurity

SMARTY OA+S is an overnight oats company founded with the hope of making it easier for college students to access affordable and healthy breakfast options. 

By Madison Vega | March 29, 2023

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Farms of the future: How ASU is growing food out of the ground

A new, more water-efficient way to farm may help solve the Southwest's water problem — but it comes at a cost.

By Keetra Bippus | March 28, 2023

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Kathleen Merrigan: The woman changing sustainable food systems

Kathleen Merrigan, professor and the executive director of the Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems, is a driving force in improving the sustainable food system curriculum at ASU.

By Brenna Gauchat | March 1, 2023

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Renewed residential program aims to give students easy access to composting

A new residential composting program run by Zero Waste, Changemaker, and RHA will eventually expand to all residential complexes and is part of the Zero Waste by 2025 goal.

By Sophia Ramirez | February 20, 2023

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Opinion: Why am I paying $2,840 on a meal plan at ASU for food I don't like?

Why are campus meal plans mandatory if they're expensive, inaccessible and average at best?

By Sam McGee | February 6, 2023

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Satire: A day in the life of an ASU Starship robot

A weathered ASU Starship robot recites the complexities of its day: grumbling students, a love triangle, and an almost-kidnapping.

By Savannah Dagupion | November 17, 2022

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City of Tempe now requiring special events permit for AZ Hugs For the Houseless

Without a special events permit, AZ Hugs for the Houseless is now struggling to find a location to continue serving food and providing resources.

By Andrea Ramirez | October 18, 2022

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ASU alumna created an app to connect students inspired by her love for food

Roza Ferdowsmakan, an ASU alumna, is sharing her love of food through her app Bites which allows students to offer cooking services.  

By Audrey Eagerton | October 13, 2022

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A Sun Devil-inspired food truck is heading towards ASU

Sun Devil-inspired food truck, Smashin' Devil, is set to open by ASU alumni and operate on ASU campuses. 

By Kylie Saba | September 27, 2022

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