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Opinion | Eating three meals a day is feminist

By Julianna Steach, Senior Staff Columnist • January 21, 2026

Staff writer Julianna Steach argues that although the resurgence of skinny culture was inevitable, young women should not sacrifice themselves to fit into the limited space that the patriarchy permits them.

Local church celebrates community and embraces culture at annual Ukrainian Food Festival

By Cassie St. John, Staff Writer • September 16, 2025

This past weekend, St. Peter and St. Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church in Carnegie celebrated the 14th annual Ukrainian Food Festival. The event’s visitors enjoyed a taste of Ukrainian cuisine and an insight...

New restaurants bring more options and more boba to Oakland

By Bridget Pohl, Staff Writer • September 5, 2025

From Mediterranean-inspired food at CAVA to a “balanced” coffee from La Prima Espresso Company, there are new options for everyone on campus this semester.

Opinion | Cheap, healthy college eats don’t need to be complicated

By Brynn Murawski, Senior Staff Writer • August 25, 2025

Senior staff columnist Brynn Murawski offers her favorite tips and ideas for satisfying meals and snacks that don’t break the bank or require a Michelin star to assemble.

Opinion | The best bites and sips on Pitt’s campus

By Brynn Murawski, Senior Staff Writer • August 11, 2025

When I’ve been visited by friends from high school at Pitt, they’re always struck by how many food options we have. I mean, on some of their campuses, the nearest restaurant that isn’t a Panda Express...

Faith’s Findings // The Art of Food

By Faith Richardson, Staff Writer • March 26, 2025

In this edition of Faith’s Findings, staff writer Faith Richardson dives into the riveting movie “The Menu,” exploring various themes, values and theories.

Cava is coming to Forbes this year, bringing Mediterranean flavors to Pitt’s campus

By Linda Li, Staff Writer • March 24, 2025

Cava is a fast-casual, Mediterranean-inspired restaurant chain with Greek influences and Greek founders that offer customizable bowls and pitas, and is scheduled to open later this year at 3615 Forbes Ave with dine-in seating or to-go option. Students in Pitt’s Hellenic Student Association said they are excited for the arrival of the restaurant.