A BITE OF NOVA, A BITE OF NEW YORK ARTICLE BY TANYA ZEIF || FALL 2015 New York’s delis are more than just a delicious lunch; Tanya Zeif describes how the deli makes history edible in the 21st century ———————————- Delis are like some lovers; they make you wait, feel unwanted, and yet provide a certain satisfaction of which you can …
ARTICLE BY BENJAMIN HOWE || FALL 2015 Take a trip behind the scenes of David Chang’s Má Pêche ****************************************** Pandemonium was a palace, once. When Lucifer was cast out of heaven in the old testament, his number one priority was setting up a home in Hell for himself and the other angels to kick it. He …
The Culinarian Gallery SUMMER ISSUE 2015 In honor of our most recent issue, Food as Art and Culture, we’d like to start our summer on a classy note, with literary food quotes from our favorite English and Writing professors, in addition to mouthwatering original art from our artists. We’ll be updating regularly over the summer with more …
This is much of our board’s last issue of the Culinarian–mine and Jenny included–as we get ready to graduate, so it’s only fitting that it’s (in my opinion) our best issue yet. In the Art & Culture issue, you’ll find: a more sophisticated version of Green Eggs and Ham, plus other meals inspired by our favorite books; a look …
Nougatine: A Restaurant Week Classic ARTICLE BY JENNY XU, PHOTOS BY MINHTAM NGUYEN| SPRING ISSUE 2015 Oh Jean-Georges, beloved of the Michelin guide and the New York Times. We investigate whether Nougatine, the petite concept one has to walk through to reach the actual Jean-Georges, is more than just an afterthought. (Or would it be a forethought?) • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • You …
Don’t let the fact that we live in dorms and on shoestring budgets cramp your style. This 2-ingredient cocktail is perfect for all occasions, especially today’s: Galentine’s day.
Bröd specializes in the Danish open-faced sandwich, called smorrebrod. The smoked salmon smorrebrod is a popular choice, featuring thin slices of salmon topped with an equally thin slice of lemon.
We’re excited to announce that the Culinarian’s Food as Science issue is now live on issuu.com! Check it out for some great features exploring the intersections between food and science, including Jenny’s exploration into the science of taste, Arianna Winchester’s comparison between the science lab and the restaurant kitchen, Carolyn Kang’s explanation of the science behind cooking (and uncooking) an egg, and Lilli Schussler’s investigation into the calorie’s rise to dominance.
When you hear the word microbe, you probably picture something along the lines of a scary cartoon germ that was shown to you during biology class. However, without microbes, there would be no process of fermentation. And without fermentation, we would not have bread, alcohol, greek yogurt, kimchi, soy sauce, cheese, and a bevy of other foods and drinks. Let’s clear the air for friendly microbes once and for all, and delve into the incredible microbiological world that exists right on your plate.
It’s midnight and you’re studying for a midterm. Fueled solely by stress and caffeine, you don’t even notice as your hand reaches into a bag of potato chips. Why is it that when you are feeling stressed and upset, your body craves food? And not just any food, but addictive, unhealthy junk foods?
Turns out, a real reason exists for your cravings.
Places like Milano Market, Dig Inn, Community, Absolute, and Nussbaum are a CU student’s staples for a reason. But if eating chicken on rice is starting to give you the same feeling of emptiness inside that biting into a John Jay pizza bagel gives you–it’s time for a shake up. You’ll be surprised at some of the secrets “Boringside” has been hiding…
Click the cover for an interactive online copy of the magazine! A message from the co-founders of Culinarian: We are proud to announce the third and final issue of Volume 1 of Culinarian! The Cosmopolitan Issue is in pursuit of classiness, exploring the urban foodie’s journey through New York. Our cover feature is a great …
A message from the Editor in Chief Culinarian is a new adventure into the world of student publishing and the culinary arts. Culinarian aims to be a resource for the students of Columbia University, each issue guided by a specific theme. Students will be able to view issues online for free, retrieving favorite recipes or suggestions for …
IF YOU GIVE A NEW YORKER A PASTRAMI… ARTICLE BY FRANKIE GAROFOLO, PHOTOS BY BRANDON CHIN || SPRING 2015 Take a trip down to Katz’s Deli with Culinarian as we see whether or not this famous New York City staple lives up to its reputation. Hint: it does! • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Katz’s Deli down in the Lower East Side serves … Continue reading
MAD ABOUT MOFAD ARTICLE BY JORDAN BREWINGTON, PHOTOS BY BRIDGET JACKSON | Food as Art Issue One of the great features about NYC is that you can find a museum for just about any interest from modern art to scary exhibits. However, lovers of food could not find any place to appreciate their passion until … Continue reading
MOLLY’S CUPCAKES: WHERE THE NOSTALGIA GETS BAKED IN! ARTICLE AND PHOTOS BY MERCEDES CHIEN|| SPRING 2015 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Molly’s Cupcakes is a little taste of home found hidden in the hustle and bustle of New York City. The tiny cupcake shop lines its walls with vintage lunch boxes perched in glass cases, school textbooks stacked on large shelves, and … Continue reading
THE FOOD STYLIST AS THE MODERN ARTIST ARTICLE BY ELIZA SOLOMON | FOOD AS ART ISSUE 2015 Come along as Eliza learns more about the art behind food styling from one of the best stylists in the field. Savor the beautiful images and find a new way to appreciate a culinary experience! • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • “It is … Continue reading
Even amateur bakers (like me) know that you can’t bake with Splenda™, a sugar substitute which has become more and more common among calorie-counters all over the world. One yellow packet of the stuff boasts zero calories with arguably comparable sweetness to normal sugar, leaving consumers a little bit less guilty as they add some to their iced tea at a restaurant. So why can’t we use Splenda for baking? Continue reading
To get you excited for Culinarian’s launch party for our Food as Science and Art Issues, we present a musical representation of the culinary experience. This is a perfect playlist for the baker who needs some jams and for everyone to enjoy while reading the newest issues! Continue reading
Have some leftover apples from the farmer’s market? Treat yourself and your suite mates to a sweet dessert after a long day of school! Continue reading
The Levain cookie has achieved a legendary status among New Yorkers. The bakery was founded in 1994 on the Upper West Side and has since expanded to locations in Harlem and East Hampton. Fortunately, both New York City locations are extremely accessible to Columbia students either by a 10-15 minute walk from campus or a few stops away on the 1 train. Walking into Levain is a warm comforting experience, with a friendly staff to help you choose between all wonderful creations: chocolate chip walnut cookie, oatmeal raisin, dark chocolate chip, and dark chocolate peanut butter chip. Continue reading
A traditional Neapolitan recipe once intended to hide tough cuts of beef and horse meat, Steak Pizzaiola is a staple dish of Italian homestyle cooking. But there’s many different versions of this classic dish, depending on which ingredients to include, the origins of the family recipe, and how to execute the meal. The following is my grandma’s recipe that’s been passed down several generations, but I’ve tweaked it a bit to fit my own taste. Enjoy! Continue reading
You’ve created your exercise plan, organized your class schedule, and have job interviews lined up. You may think you have everything figured out for the new year, but maybe you forgot to schedule in breakfast. You always hear how important it is to eat breakfast, but with your busy schedule, is it really that necessary? Continue reading
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