Andrew G., Yale University
Call me un-American, but I have a weakness for all things French: French women, French literature, and—bien sûr—French cuisine. So, when a friend who attends Columbia University suggested that we dine at a nearby eatery called Crêpes on Columbus, my Francophilic senses were tingling. The café-style restaurant boasts a selection of savory and sweet crêpes as well as sandwiches, salads, omelets and other breakfast items (served all day). Though I can’t claim that these were the best crêpes I’ve ever eaten, the restaurant’s strength lies in its versatility; whether you’re seeking a morning-pick-me-up to start your day or a late night snack to keep you going, Crêpes on Columbus has something on its menu for you. Continue reading
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Planet of the Crêpes
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Espresso Expeditions: A Change of Pace at Zanny’s
Lorenzo L., Columbia University
Don’t know what I’m blathering about? Read the intro to this recurring segment.
Not interested in gimmicky and pretentious coffee places? Zanny’s Café provides a low-key alternative that is only a short walk away from campus.
I stumbled into the corner café on Columbus Avenue last year on the way to Central Park and was delighted by the cozy environment and the friendly employees behind the counter. When I was recently lamenting the lack of variety in daytime student destinations in Morningside Heights (my friends no longer listen to me complain about Starbucks, so I decided to do it on the Internet) I recalled Zanny’s and resolved to swing by again. Continue reading
Filed under Columbia University, Espresso Expeditions, Food, Lorenzo L., Reviews
