The Avenue: Food
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What to drink this summer
By Richard O. Stehli | Apr. 13, 2011Sure, a combination of Gatorade and vodka seems like an ideal summer beverage: hydration and libation.
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Downtown cupcake shop serves vegan-friendly fare
By Brittany Brave | Apr. 13, 2011Claire Browning had to withdraw from college during the spring semester of her senior year. A rollerblading accident caused her to fracture her back, and she said the time off that followed left her restless.
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For health junkies, half-vegetarianism a good option
By Robert Imfeld | Apr. 6, 2011The litany of diets, exercise regimens and nutrition supplements that pervade American culture never seems to end.
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Healthy snacks for late-night studying
By Andrew Wyzan | Mar. 23, 2011March is usually the month when students push themselves to get through the swath of exams and papers that come just shortly after that glorious, now-faint week of Spring Break. And, as such, it’s very easy to be tempted to munch on snacks through the ever-common all-nighter.
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Mourning the loss of a good University Avenue deal
Feb. 23, 2011“Two slices of pepperoni to go, please.”
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Spring has sprung: Fruits and veggies for the season
By Britt Perkins | Feb. 23, 2011Maybe you’re starting to come to terms with the fact that Pop-Tarts are not a good source of fruit. Likewise, fries aren’t really a vegetable when it comes to nutrition.
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Guide to seasonal fruits and veggies
By Britt Perkins | Feb. 23, 2011Maybe you're starting to come to terms with the fact that Pop-Tarts are not a good source of fruit. Likewise, fries aren't really a vegetable when it comes to nutrition.
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There’s a new pita in town: Pita’s Republic to open in March
By THOMAS NASSIFF< | Feb. 16, 2011Diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, a variety of vegetables and a choice of meats and sauces — all wrapped up into a hearty slice of pita bread.
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Healthy sweet stuff
By Mae Basiratmand | Feb. 9, 2011Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love. And with that, for whatever reason, we’re exposed to copious amounts of chocolate, tempting those of us on a health kick.
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Tips for a steamy night in
By Richard O. Stehli | Feb. 9, 2011Valentine’s Day is here, so we’ll all be heading to our favorite restaurants for fancy dinners under ambient lighting, right? Not this guy.
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Shooting Star owner adds some “Fyre” to cuisine
By Kelly Richard | Feb. 2, 2011On a rainy Tuesday night, about 15 people sat in the dimly lit Fyre Bar & Grill. The two flatscreen TVs flanking the bar flashed the heated UF vs. University of Georgia basketball game, and several patrons congregated to watch the ongoing battle.
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The best of the cheap for smart cash (and calorie) spenders
By Richard O. Stehli | Jan. 26, 2011A lot of pesky things can get in the way of drinking lots of alcohol: school, work, parents, religion, money — and the list goes on. In good conscience, I can’t help you with your obligations to time or morality, but I can help you drink on a budget. No matter the occasion and no matter the financial limitations, there’s an affordable drink for you.
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Fine meals for a fine price
By Richard O. Stehli | Jan. 26, 2011Hard up for cash, but you still want to eat like a king? Need to impress your date, but financial aid hasn't come in yet? No need to fear - the word "gourmet" refers to taste, not cost. Here are a few tips on saving money while still eating real food.
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Healthy and wealthy couldn’t be wiser
By Mae Basiratmand | Jan. 26, 2011College students are known for a sordid diet of ramen and delivered pizza. And we get it: Being on a budget hardly allows for filet mignon and crème brûlée as dinner options. But, believe it or not, eating healthy and tasty can be done on limited funds. Check out these tips to see how.
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Food for thought, & everything else
By Webb | Jan. 19, 2011Heads up, New Year’s resolution makers: It’s about three weeks into 2011. Have you kept your self-made promise? We’re betting about half of you have already cracked — especially those who resolved to hit the gym and eat healthier. It’s no easy feat. But sometimes, the resolution to all your healthy lifestyle woes is simple: balance.
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Swill this: What to drink this winter
By RICHARD STEHLI | Dec. 1, 2010Baby, it's cold outside - finally.
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Strip club’s food fails to wow
Nov. 9, 2010Somewhere between the straight-from-Winn-Dixie hamburger bun collapsing to pieces and side items like Ruffles potato chips (which, sadly, taste just like Ruffles potato chips) and one packet of “fancy ketchup,” one thing becomes clear: This restaurant lacks artistic risk.
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'Beer Run': The ultimate buzz for the fitness-minded
By RICHARD STEHLI | Sep. 29, 2010Jake Logan is throwing the ultimate kegger this Friday: the Tipple's Beer Run.
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'Major' drinking on game day
By ALISON SCHWARTZ | Sep. 1, 2010This weekend, you will make a very important decision.
