Food

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OPINION  |  EDITORIALS

National obsession with cheese is a disgusting problem

Sep. 24, 2013

Our national obsession with all things cheese — from pizza to Easy Mac to the yellow stuff on stadium nachos that forms a skin when not eaten right away — has finally caught up with us. On Tuesday, the Center for Science in the Public Interest published a report card grading Americans on their eating habits. In the area of dairy, we scored an abysmal C-.

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NEWS

The Jones B-Side: cool atmosphere, great food

By Kai Su | Sep. 23, 2013

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.

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NEWS

So you think you can vegan?

By Krystalle Pinilla | Sep. 17, 2013

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.

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METRO

UN study says one-third of all food goes to waste

By Elizabeth Brown | Sep. 16, 2013

Alex Payne said he stood shocked and upset when he saw a hardly eaten burger being thrown away at the Fresh Food Company.

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METRO

Olive Garden adding to menu in hopes of attracting more millennials

By Alex Harris | Sep. 16, 2013

The home of never-ending soup and salad is aiming to attract more millennial customers with tapas.

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NEWS

A lesson in trust, as taught by Pinterest

By Trew Benishek | Sep. 16, 2013

Have you ever been involved in something that you knew would prove to be disastrous in multiple facets of your life, yet you continued to do it anyway? 

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NEWS

A fantastic late-night Cuban meal

By Kai Su | Sep. 16, 2013

On the corner of W University Avenue and SW 2nd Street you’ll find an unassuming restaurant called Flaco’s Cuban Bakery & Coffee. This little restaurant could easily be overlooked, but I highly recommend giving it a try.

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METRO

Chipotle app offers free food for high scores

By Tara Vozzola | Sep. 15, 2013

A new Chipotle app now allows customers to earn free food if they play a farm-themed game and score high. The Scarecrow, is available for download for iPhone, iPad and iPod users.

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NEWS

The 5 best restaurants in Gainesville

By Max Yavel | Aug. 28, 2013

Over the past two months I’ve tried all sorts of restaurants in Gainesville. Some were great, others weren’t so good, but all of them contributed to a great summer experience. 

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NEWS

A guide to sushi in midtown

By Kai Su | Aug. 28, 2013

Sushi was once seen as an obscure food, but over the past decade or so it has become increasingly popular and mainstream.

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METRO  |  BUSINESS

Shops and restaurants prepare for crowds from first Gators gameday

By Hanna Marcus | Aug. 27, 2013

While the UF football team prepares to suit up for its first home game against Toledo on Saturday, businesses near the Swamp have been getting ready for the big day as well.

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OPINION  |  COLUMNS

Is it in the food? One columnist's attempt to understand Middle East violence

Aug. 27, 2013

Something must be in their food. Or maybe it’s the heat. Who knows?

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THE AVENUE  |  SEX

Study says — surprise, surprise — that both sides of a couple prefer that men pay the bill

By Bakr Saliq | Aug. 21, 2013

The first date is going well. The young couple is having a great time. The food is delicious.

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THE AVENUE  |  FOOD

Target’s new “Simply Balanced”

By Olivia Langdon | Aug. 7, 2013

Almond butter? Check. Greek yogurt? Check. Quinoa? Check.

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NEWS

Making sure you're ready for school: mentally, physically, emotionally

By Christine Preston | Aug. 7, 2013

Once a year, you are supposed to go visit the doctor and get a check-up, just to make sure everything is working properly. 

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NEWS

Outback Steakhouse is way sneaky good

By Max Yavel | Aug. 6, 2013

Every once in a while a restaurant sneaks up on me and provides quality food when I least expect it. I like to call them “sneaky good” spots. 

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THE AVENUE  |  FOOD

Women's Club hosts wine-tasting event

By Gebria Booker | July 24, 2013

Guests from all over Alachua County aligned the steps of the Gainesville Woman’s Club to celebrate the third annual wine tasting event on Thursday.  

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NEWS

Get your bagel fix at Bagels and Noodles

By Max Yavel | July 22, 2013

Nothing beats a fresh bagel for breakfast. I’m not a morning person, never have been and never will, but a great meal before I start my day can make all the difference.

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NEWS

The guide to locally-owned restaurants: part 3

By Kali Kavouklis | July 17, 2013

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.

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NEWS

How to not gain weight on a cruise

By Sarah Loftus | July 5, 2013

Sun, tanning, snorkeling, doing nothing and all the food you can eat pretty much sums up a cruise.