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Gators offered $1 to watch video promoting animal rights

A truck arrived on the Plaza of the Americas on Monday offering to pay students $1 to watch a four-minute video for animal rights.

Daily Green gives healthy consumers quirky, waffle-centric options

The waffle cone on the Daily Green’s menu is what separates the restaurant from any other in town.

Where to sip a latte while studying: part 2

Over the summer I wrote a post about coffeehouses in Gainesville where students go to study and stay caffeinated. Over the past few months I’ve had the chance to visit some more local coffee shops. Here is a list of my favorites:

"The Top" is not so on top

After three years of hearing about The Top, I gave it a try my senior year. This Saturday night I went in a group of six girls to The Top for dinner.

Hillel, county in tax squabble over Sababa UF restaurant

Two advertisements released by a kosher meal vendor during the Summer have sparked a legal dispute about UF Hillel’s tax exemption status in Alachua County.

Local Chipotles make switch to vegetarian pinto beans

Gainesville Chipotle locations recently started offering newly bacon-free pinto beans.

The Jones B-Side: cool atmosphere, great food

The Jones B-side is the perfect destination for a relaxed, yet trendy meal downtown. The atmosphere is great for a casual date, or just a dinner with friends.

vegan

So you think you can vegan?

Opting for a vegan lifestyle can be a difficult step to take. It’s not one of those decisions you can make and forget about—like picking what kind of juice compliments your breakfast better. Instead, it’s a decision that will affect you every day after you make it. Not to sound melodramatic—but becoming vegan is no joke and there are precautions you should consider if you’re looking to reap the vegan benefits.

Krishna Lunch switches back to paper plates to save money

Reusable metal or plastic utensils can be a cheaper alternative to disposable ones, in theory. But Krishna House learned that it wasn’t the case when it introduced metal dishes and utensils to Krishna Lunch.

Opinions vary on updating classic diners

With a nod to health concerns and latest fads, authentic mom-and-pop staples are conforming to sleek and retro bistro styles. But change isn’t always a good thing, some Gainesville residents say.

Yogurtology hits Gainesville

If you’re anything like me, frozen yogurt is a go-to when real meals don’t seem very appetizing. Living in Gainesville (especially around UF’s campus), our frozen yogurt options have been limited to Mochi's frozen yogurt monopoly ever since Red Mango’s University Avenue location closed last fall. However, many of you might have noticed the arrival of a new frozen yogurt store since your return to Gainesville this year. 

Bodega

Pop A Top Corner Store and Downtown Bodega set up shop on 2 E. University Ave. last week. Owners of The Top restaurant opened the corner store that offers beers, liquors and vegan soft-serve ice cream.

New corner store started by the owners of The Top opened downtown last week

Amid the bustle of downtown Gainesville, a new light blue shop sits quietly on the corner of University Avenue and Main Street.

Hungry? Restaurants on- and off-campus offer diverse dining options

Hungry? You’re in the right place.

The good and the bad of Summer B

Freshman year is an exhilarating and exciting time, from starting classes to scoping out the social scene. But it comes with its ups and downs. Hear from some UF freshmen about the good and the bad of starting a new chapter in their lives.

Blue Highway serves up unique pizza

Gainesville has its fair share of pizza joints close to campus where students go to satisfy their pizza needs. However, one pizzeria located a little off the beaten trail is worth a try: Blue Highway. 

Cupcakes in Gainesville: Sarkara Sweets

For whatever reason, cupcakes seem to be all the rage these days.

The guide to locally-owned restaurants: part 3

The most “hipster” places in Gainesville are often the best dining experiences. Often serving creative dishes artistic chefs and catering to a wide range of customers (herbivore, omnivore or carnivores), hip restaurants are a lot of fun.

Where to sip a latte while studying

Studying in your dorm room or Library West all the time can get dull, and sometimes you just need a change of scenery. Coffeehouses provide a great location to study with a relaxed atmosphere when the library gets a little too stuffy. Plus you can stay caffeinated and grab a tasty snack if you get hungry.