As the Lunar New Year approaches it comes with the arrival of new beginnings and reunions. Dumplings emerge as more than a staple dish; they symbolize prosperity and familial warmth. It takes on the shape of a sycee or yuanbao, a type of gold or silver ingot that served as currency in imperial China. Each.
At a time when it’s increasingly difficult to find affordable beauty services around Manhattan, students running small businesses from their dorms are filling that void for us. Here’s how three students transformed cramped quarters into beauty sanctuaries, offering budget-friendly alternatives and promoting creative expression in our residence halls. Styles by Assiy Hair braiding has been.
With the onset of 30 degree weather and snow flurries, I spent one chilly New York City week on a hot chocolate crawl. Beanie on and puffer jacket zipped up, I embarked on my journey in search of some unique iterations of the quintessential holiday drink. From stunning presentations to novel flavors, here are five.