Falafel

Falafel

Falafel is a popular Middle Eastern food. They are deep-fried balls or patties, often made from chickpeas or fava beans with the addition of fresh herbs and spices. Falafels are a popular food for vegetarians, and can be served in pita as a wrap. They are savory, with...
Rohingya by Country

Rohingya by Country

The Rohingya are an ethnic minority group from Myanmar that have faced decades of discrimination and repression under successive Myanmar authorities. They have been effectively denied citizenship under the 1982 Citizenship Law, and thus are one of the largest...
Plombir

Plombir

On day one of our Spring Intensive, the culmination of our day included Plombir. Plombir is essentially Russian ice cream. Recipes vary, but it can be made with vanilla, cream, eggs, and sugar. It came in multiple flavors, including vanilla and chocolate. Plombir had...
Chinatown Mural Project

Chinatown Mural Project

During our trip to Chinatown, we saw many beautiful murals along the streets. We soon learned that these were all painted under the Chinatown Mural Project, which aimed to help Chinatown during the COVID-19 pandemic, a time when many Chinese businesses closed. This...