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Carley Hull is a senior news major. Contact her at chull9@kent.edu. 

Opinion: Paltrow’s no role model for food stamp challenge

Carley Hull April 20, 2015

After just four days actress Gwyneth Paltrow failed the $29 weekly food challenge prompting some media outlets to applaud her advocacy or condemn her intentions. Her failure wasn’t surprising. A $29...

The Kent Stater Hodgson Mill is a vegan friendly brand sold at the Eastway Market and Deli, which also sells gluten free, vegetarian, vegan and traditional options for Kent State students.

University offers choices to help students with food allergies

Kelsie Britton February 15, 2015

Kent State University Dining Services provides multiple options for students affected by food allergies.Dining Services Resident District Manager Richard Roldan said that the conversation on food allergies...

Thanksgiving brings on guilty pleasures

Audrey Young November 11, 2014

A few weeks ago I wrote about my favorite holiday, Halloween, and how it is much better when you’re a kid. The article got me thinking about the other holidays and what I love about each one — and...

Cook Shaun Rizk prepares a plate of hummus at Laziza restaurant in downtown Kent, April 7, 2014. Laziza was voted best for its vegetarian selection.

Best Ethnic Food

Melissa Puppo April 9, 2014

LazizaEnter a world of Mediterranean cuisine when you open the doors to Laziza in downtown Kent. With flavors ranging from the simple hummus and seasoned chicken or marinated char-grilled lamb seasoned...

Ray's Place, located on Franklin Avenue, was voted best burger in this year's Best of Kent contest. FILE.

Best Burger

Kelsey Husnick April 9, 2014

Ray's PlaceBest Burger is one of six first-place finishes for Ray's Place. Click here to read the full profile.Bar 145Bar 145 is known for its seemingly odd yet delicious creations. They turn a burger...

Sophomore hospitality management major Erin Howman adds toppings to her serving of frozen yogurt at Yogurt Vi in downtown Kent on April 9, 2014.

Best Dessert

Erin Zaranec April 9, 2014

Yogurt ViWalking into Yogurt Vi is like walking into a high-class hotel lobby. The faux marble floors and chandeliers almost make you forget that you’re at a frozen yogurt place. It’s not that easy...

Jill Wymer tops "the Destroyer" sandwich with onions before holding it together with the necessary four toothpicks, April 6, 2014.

Best Sandwich Shop

Katherine Nix April 9, 2014

Franklin Square DeliFranklin Square Deli, located at the corner of South Water and East Main streets, has been serving residents and students since 1983.The website brags of a casual, clean, enjoyable,...

Euro Gyro cook Bill King shaves meat for a gyro Wednesday night, April 9, 2014. Euro Gyro took first place in Best of Kent's category best drunk food.

Best Drunk Food

Kelsey Husnick April 9, 2014

EuroGyroWhen most bars close at 2:30 a.m., EuroGyro gets a fresh wave of business.“We’re definitely the last stop because we’re the last food place open besides Sheetz,” said Tiffany Conley, a...

Insomnia Cookies

Best Late-Night Delivery

Kelsey Husnick April 9, 2014

Insomnia CookiesInsomnia Cookies will deliver its gooey, fresh-baked cookies to students as late as 3 a.m. every night of the week. You can choose between nine basic cookies options, three deluxe cookies...

Guy's Pizza cook Brandon Smith makes a pizza in the kitchen, April 9, 2014.

Best Pizza

Katherine Nix April 9, 2014

Guy's PizzaThe winner of the best pizza category is Guy’s Pizza in the middle of Water Street.The establishment features a great combination of well-seasoned pizzas and specialty calzones, known as “guyzones.”With...

Best Breakfast

Erin Zaranec April 9, 2014

Wild Goats CaféIn the mood for some classic breakfast? Then head to the self-proclaimed fresh & funky café, Wild Goats. With specialties like cheesecake French toast, a roast sirloin omelet and an...

Mike's Place - Best Place to Cure a Hangover 2014

Best Place to Cure a Hangover

Erin Zaranec April 9, 2014

Mike's PlaceWalking into Mike’s Place is like walking into a secret new world. From the mermaid-clad pirate ship to Kent State signs, there is another secret that lies within the walls of Mike’s Place:...

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