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By Panita & Anh
Places to Shop for Winter Clothes
Speaking of joy, it always comes when people start holding a cup of hot coffee or cocoa. Winter is approaching, and we might need warm clothes. I will recommend the places and brands to shop for winter clothing: A good place that is walkable from campus is Newbury Street. A 20-minute walk through our beautiful Boston Common and Boston Public Garden, the street is full of a variety of stores. However, in winter, Boston didn’t come to play. For that reason, I would recommend North Face or Uniqlo. The price might seem high for North Face, but it is very durable and warm. You can choose various types of jackets, such as puffer or fleece. For Uniqlo, there are also various types of designer jackets for you to choose from. Uniqlo’s styling is more minimalist as compared to North Face, where the brand has more colorful jackets. However, choose was suits you the most and do not consider only the design, as once again, winter in Boston did not come to play.
By Valezka Laine
A Local Thanksgiving
During Thanksgiving and winter break, transportation and accommodations can get more expensive. One of the ways to save on accommodations is to take a day trip or stay home and spend time with your friends or family.
Some activities that we can do when we stay home in Boston is going ice skating at Boston Common Frog Pond or Steriti Memorial Rink. Frog Pond admission is $6 and $12 for renting the skating shoes. For Steriti Memorial Rink, skating is free, you just have to rent the skating shoes for $5.
Another fun activity that we can do is doing potluck with your group of friends. Not only can we save money by staying in Boston, but we can also save more money by cooking the food for the potluck.
If you want to take a day trip, we can take the commuter rail to Rhode Island. There is a commuter rail unlimited pass for the weekend for $10. One of the interesting activities that we can do in Rhode Island is visiting Simmons Farm. At Simmons Farm, you get to hike with a goat. You will get your own goat on a leash and will walk on a designated trail. It sounds really fun, doesn’t it?
By Aqil K. Legopranowo
A Local Spring Break
Spring break is coming up, and most of you students might be wondering ahead about the places to go for a getaway or sightseeing while you have some free time to spare! If you’re looking for a place not to leave the state, then look no further because, in Massachusetts, there are various places to visit right here.
Outside of Boston, there are notable places that are common for tourists to visit. One recommended place would be Provincetown, located at the northern tip of Cape Cod. It is known for its hotspot as a coastal town to sit back and relax with numerous galleries, restaurants, and specialty shops around every corner that show what makes the town special.
Another area would be to visit Salem, located north of Boston on the north shore. Salem is famous for its historical witch trials and the spooky things in town. Modern Salem is home to a university, restaurants, and renowned museums like the Peabody Essex Museum.
Another place would be Plymouth, a coastal town south of Boston famous for the ‘Plymouth Rock,’ a boulder in Pilgrim Memorial Park, marking where the first European settlers are thought to have landed on Massachusetts’ shores.
There are so many other places to visit in Massachusetts for international students to explore! So get out of Boston and go!
By Thong “Nicholas” Tao
The MBTA Explained
This article is for everyone still curious about the Massachusetts Bay Transporation Authority (MBTA) subway lines in Boston, especially for new Suffolk students who just arrived in Boston this Semester.
The MBTA generally includes Subways, Commuter Rails, and Buses. For the Subway, the most popular transportation in Boston, there are four main colors for train lines: Red, Orange, Blue, and Green. Every train line has its own specific area that they will pass by every day. I recommend that everyone should use Google maps to search for instructions to know which direction they should look up, what station they should get off at, and then get on the train.
In terms of the Greenline, this is the line for anyone who wants to visit the West side and the North Side of Boston; it has stops in Allston, Brighton, Back Bay, and Brookline in the West and Medford in the North. For me, there are many interesting places to go on the Westside, such as Boston College, Boston University, or the Fenway Stadium, which is home to the Red Sox baseball home matches, and they have a variety of delicious food. In my experience, the Green line has four different trains; the B, C, D, and E trains, and they have different directions. Therefore, you should be aware of where your destination is. What train is it? At what station should you get off? This is mainly because the Green line has so many stations and stops, and it would be very time-consuming to get back if you got on the wrong train. The Park Street station for the Greenline is the connection between the Red line and the Green line.
The Red line train is easier to understand since it only has one direction at the top and two different directions at the end. This line goes from the Cambridge area in the Northeast to Ashmont or Braintree on the south side of Boston. For the Red line, it will appear on the board Alewife for the Cambridge side, so if you want to visit the Cambridge universities or Cambridge area, you should look for the Alewife direction. On the other hand, if you want to visit Dorchester because of the Vietnamese food, you should head in the Ashmont direction to go to Dorchester. And the Braintree direction is for Quincy, which is a different city from Boston, and it has a beautiful City hall and lots of traditional Chinese restaurants.
The Orange line and Blue line have the same structure in that they only have two opposite directions. Regarding the Orange line, Oak Grove is the direction that will go to the North of Boston, which brings you to Malden, and the Forest Hills direction is in the opposite way, which is located in Jamaica Plan. Along this way is Somerville, located before entering Malden. There is an outlet area for buying good clothes; it has many famous brands such as Adidas, Nike, and Columbia. There are also many highly recommended restaurants there; that destination is at the Assembly Row Station. Moreover, to the south, you can find Boston’s Franklin Park Zoo, which is located near the Forest Hill Station and is also a must-go destination when you arrive in Boston.
As for the Blue line, one direction is at the center of Boston, which is Bowdoin station, and it is really convenient to transit on the Blue line since the train is new and it goes past the Aquarium of Boston, which is at Seaport. The other direction is Wonderland, which is in Everett. Along this route, you can see many beautiful beach views there during the spring and summer.
In conclusion, every subway line has its different features in Boston; therefore, everyone should search for the instruction carefully before going to any place that you have never been to.
By Ivan Alshevskikh
Text Books & Electronics
Most students have to buy books for classes if the teacher asks them to. There are several ways to figure out how to get a book. First, you can rent a book in a Sargent Hall bookstore or through different platforms (Amazon, for example). What’s more, you can purchase books at the same places. Of course, renting a textbook will be cheaper, but you have to return it later, so you can’t make any marks there or damage it in other ways. In the case of purchasing a book, there are also two options: getting a brand-new book or buying a used one, which will be cheaper. Besides this, you can also borrow a textbook from Suffolk libraries, but there is a time limit of 2 hours.
If you are an international student, you may need help with electronics like adaptors. For you, the best choice will be to purchase electronic devices online through Amazon or buy those items from Best Buy, which is a store with a huge variety of electronics.
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INTO Times Editorial March 23
By Rachel Emelock
For several semesters, INTO Suffolk has been lucky enough to have a group of student leaders to help us maintain and engage with our student population. These student leaders are part of the INTO Suffolk Peer Leadership Council (PLC). The PLC’s mission is to serve as a bridge between INTO Suffolk staff and students in assisting INTO Suffolk staff in planning, promoting, and leading campus events.
Many members of the PLC are former INTO Suffolk students who have successfully completed their pathway programs. These students know what it means to be a part of INTO and want to give back to their international community. In addition, students who participate in this program develop marketable skills for future careers.
The INTO Suffolk Peer Leadership Council’s mission is to serve as a bridge between INTO Suffolk staff and students.
The PLC is responsible for several events on campus each semester, planning and developing the programming and marketing for each event. These events are student-designed and led, allowing PLC members to improve their communication skills and learn event management. Because of the size of the group, in their chosen committees, students are able to use the skills specific to their major that they are learning in their classes.
The Finance Committee works with the Student Experience team to analyze event budgets. They record and develop strategic planning based on attendance and report back to the PLC on successful events. Under the treasurer’s direction, the committee also works with the Programming committee to ensure that events are planned according to a semesterly budget for PLC-run events.
Through collaboration, the Programming Committee and Finance Committee develop student-centric events hosted on campus in the INTO Center and off campus. The Programming Committee plans, researches, and runs all events created by the PLC and ensures that every PLC member and INTO staff member is prepared for the timeline of the events as they happen. In Fall 2022, the PLC brought INTO Suffolk students to the famous Boston Tree Lighting ceremony at the Boston Common. Participants were welcomed to have hot cocoa and sweet treats before heading to the Common for an outdoor concert and pyrotechnic spectacular. The committees are working toward their big Spring 2023 event happening next month, an event that we are very excited about.
The Marketing Committee promotes these types of events, a group of digital media, marketing, and business majors who use their talents learned in class in real-life applications. The committee has developed a marketing strategy for promoting INTO Suffolk events, PLC-run events, and other activities happening in the city. These activities are promoted through the INTO Suffolk Student Experience’s Instagram and other social media platforms. The committee members also take event photos and create reels to showcase them. They’ve also been known to do an Instagram takeover to share with other students the events happening on campus.
None of these activities could be promoted without the assistance of our Newsletter Committee’s administrative body. These students gather photos and themes for articles in the INTO Suffolk TIMES so that students can share with their friends and family back home what activities they’ve done on campus. They also take notes at meetings and help edit and arrange articles in the newsletter.
Each committee has a representative that meets with INTO Student Experience staff to ensure that all committees know what projects are going on and pass on information as needed. Luckily, many members of the PLC are on more than one committee, helping our student leaders improve their communication skills. Students participate in professional development training on inclusion and biases as well. Our PLC leaders serve as role models for new INTO Suffolk students adjusting to life in a new country through cross-cultural understanding and empathy. One of their core duties is to communicate with INTO Student Experience staff members about student concerns, interests, and their wish list of activities.
International students can only join at the end of their first semester at Suffolk University or later. Any student who wishes to join the PLC must complete an application form with a statement of interest and an interview with INTO Suffolk Student Experience staff members. We are so proud of our Peer Leadership Council and their work to bring quality events to our students and create a fabulous and engaging newsletter for all students at Suffolk University.
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CLAS Act 1: Canvas Workshop
Thursday, February 8th
11:00- 12:00, Meet in the 73 Tremont Computer Lab.
Are you new to Canvas and feeling a little lost? No need to worry! Join us for this workshop designed especially for beginners. We’ll take you on a step-by-step tour of Canvas, covering everything you need to know to use it effectively in your classes. In this session, we’ll show you how to set up your profile, customize your notifications so you never miss important updates, and guide you through using the Canvas student app. Our goal is to make your Canvas experience smooth and enjoyable. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to boost your confidence in using Canvas for your studies!
CLAS Act 2: Tips & Tricks for Power Point
Tuesday, February 20th
11:00 – 12:00, Meet in the 73 Tremont Computer Lab.
Are you excited to explore the world of Microsoft PowerPoint? Join us in this engaging workshop where we’ll take you on a journey through the ins and outs of this fantastic presentation software! Get ready to gain essential skills that will empower you to craft your very own polished and professional presentations. Let’s dive in and have some fun learning together!
CLAS Act 3: Time Management & Organization
Wednesday, March 6th
1:00 – 2:00, Meet in the Poetry Center.
With classes, activities, study, and free time, planning becomes essential to get things done. By attending this session, you will be introduced to time management tools and strategies that can help you organize your time more efficiently and tackle your to-do list!
CLAS Act 4: Be Heard: How to Talk to Professors and Get Involved in Class
Monday, March 18th
2:30 – 3:30, Meet in the Poetry Center
Get ready for an amazing adventure as you step into the Suffolk classroom! Our workshop is your key to unlocking insights into what lies ahead – from the class atmosphere and dynamics to building great connections with your professors. We’re here to make sure you’re fully equipped and excited for this new chapter of learning and growth!
CLAS Act 5: Reading Comprehension
Wednesday, April 10th
11:00 – 12:00, Meet in the Poetry Center.
Ever been on the reading journey where hours fly by, but understanding remains elusive? Let’s change that! Join our workshop to discover the amazing world of SOAPStone – a powerful tool that’s here to transform your reading comprehension and writing skills. Say goodbye to confusion and hello to confident learning!
International Student Career Advising Drop-In Hours & Mini Workshops- 73 Tremont, 4th floor
Monday, January 29th, 1 PM – 3 PM
Monday, February 12th, 1 PM – 3 PM
Monday, February 26th, 1 PM – 3 PM (Mini-Workshop: Career Fair Preparation)
Monday, March 18th, 1 PM – 3 PM (Mini-Workshop: Career Fair Preparation)
Monday, April 1st, 1 PM – 3 PM
Monday, April 22nd, 1 PM – 3 PM
No Registration Required!
INTO Suffolk Lunar New Year Celebration
Friday, February 9th. 1 – 3, INTO Lounge
Join INTO Suffolk in celebrating the Lunar New Year while making paper lanterns and enjoying some sweet treats!
INTO Times Ask Auntie February 1
From Academic Coach’s perspective
Interview with Suffolk’s Academic Coach for SBS & CAS
By Aqil K. Legopranowo
By Madeline Buman
How does your job help international students?
It’s a good question. What I believe is how it helps international students is by creating an atmosphere that shows them that Higher Education can help support in their academic achievement.
If you have a student that has difficulties understanding the content of your teaching, what support do they have?
I’m highly sensitive when it comes to that because it’s important when there is a barrier that can be managed when the message is sent across properly. If they don’t understand a lecture, what I will have to do if it makes sense to me but not to them would be two problems; the first would be the direct problem where you ask students if you understand the lecture, so it doesn’t happen again. Second is by providing them with academic support using Suffolk University’s resources such as workshops or coaching/tutoring as it does take time for international students not familiarized with the language to cope. It becomes easier as an academic coach as we encourage students to reach out to professors after class, make an appointment, or during their office hours.
Why/what do you like about teaching?
First off, what I love about teaching international students is being in a diverse room because it’s so lively and interesting to know different points of views. As a teacher you get to learn as it is one of the best parts because when you’re a teacher you face your ignorance every single day and it’s so true. I mean, you just let your ego down and what could end up happening is you could just learn from a whole bunch of people. In a situation like a classroom, when it comes to the subject, I have more to give to the students than they must give to me. When it comes to writing, I’m trained, I’ve been doing it for years. It’s more that I could give to them than they could give to me. When it comes to life however, theirs more that they can do for me than I could do for them and that’s the sort of great thing as they can show me their world. Especially when learning from a younger generation.
What’s the biggest difference between teaching domestic and international students in your experience?
For me I focus mostly on the Student parts, not what makes them domestic or international. Meaning, their 18 year olds, their lazy, not motivated, just because your international student doesn’t mean your different from any domestic student when entering university. The only difference is that international students are from another country miles away. But the challenges these international students face are obviously homesickness, language barrier, and anxiety might increase but other than that their still students in the end looking to better themselves.
What challenges do international students face in a classroom? Do students come up to you during your office hours for such matters?
The biggest challenge is fear. What I mean by that is the fear of speaking in a foreign language, it has become a number one concern, how do we alleviate that? It’s the number one fear that hold international students back and it’s causing them anxiety to be in a foreign country, especially when your in a class with domestic students who have a stronger fluency in the language such as English compared to those international students that haven’t surpassed that level of fluency. We teachers, we want to hear those international students that struggle as their afraid to answer in a classroom, lowering their confidence.
When it comes to office hours, students don’t use my office hours but I do teach coaching for SBS and CAS as they are required to come to my sessions. But the number concern still I’m struggling is how could I alleviate the international students fear of speaking another language. I think its so real. Sometimes we would tell student to go to these workshops from the division of success and spend time but it doesn’t get to the root of the problem where it doesn’t help me for tutoring.
How do to prof encourage to come to office hours optionally in general?
Teachers are human beings, and the number one thing we want to know whether you like their class or whether or not they can support you. The reason why teachers teach is because they want to help students. When your talking to 18 people at the same time it’s difficult but when your talking to a person one on one it’s easy so how we could encourage students to come to the hours is building connections with the professors and students.
What benefits and opportunities does do international students bring in the classroom?
It’s hard to quantify because there are so many like it is a different point of view, different understanding, the difference in culture. I believe in diversity because there is so much to learn with these various views as opposed to getting out of Boston to a town 20-30 mins away. What they bring is really helping to make the world the way it is. Different people, view, coming together to describe what it means to be a human being such as people from shanghai, Ivory Coast, Venezuela and learn from what they lives are like. I want domestic students, especially in Suffolk, to hear that as well because they are going to learn from that and bring it to the world as well.
It doesn’t matter where you’re from, we grow and learn to understand one another even with people overseas. There might be certain clicks between domestic and international to commune and become friends. Hopefully it would break the barrier of international and domestic students in Suffolk.
What is Lunar New Year?
Since there have been so many questions about Lunar New Year. The INTO Times has gone straight to our Peer Leadership Council to find out your most frequent questions.
By Alex Zakharau
By Panita “Elsie” Charoenpol
Alex: What is a Lunar New Year?
Elsie: Lunar New Year (LNY) is a celebration of new year but in Chinese tradition. Mostly for Southeast Asian People celebrate the LNY because of our ancestor from China according to the lunar calendar.
Alex: Why you celebrate New Year in January?
Elsie: It depends, mostly it is only in January or February. LNY begins on the date of the 2nd new moon after the winter solstice.
Alex: What is the 2nd new moon?
Elise: According to the Chinese astronomy they observe the sun positions and the moon phase.
Alex: What do you usually do for LNY?
Elsie: Traditions are different, in my house there is a tradition to celebrate the family member who passed away one day before the LNY date. However, in every household, they hand out the ‘ang pao’ which is a red envelope that is filled with money to the family members. We think that how much money we have given to other people, we will gain it back twice as much. There is also a phrase that we say before receiving the money which is “Xin jia’ yu’ei Xin ni’ Huand chai”, this means wishing you good luck and wealth.
Alex: Do you have traditional meals for this Holiday?
Elsie: It is different for every country, but in general it could be fish, noodles, Chinese New Year’s cake, Chinese pear, stuffed dough pyramid, or Thai rice flour muffin.
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INTO Times Off the Beaten Path March 23
Cambridge, MA
Adjacent to Boston and Somerville is where the two rockstar universities are located, Cambridge. Cambridge isn’t just a city; Cambridge is a vibe, where brick buildings, riverside views, several interesting shops, and stores that you could hang out to have a cup of coffee and enjoy the rest of the day. Here’s a guide that helps you experience the most of every moment of this must-go destination in Massachusetts.
Harvard University Harvard Museum of Natural History
Standing at the top of the Ivy League with the most prestigious educational program, Cambridge is synonymous with “Harvard.” Spend your afternoon there to check out the old building built in 1636 at Harvard Yard and Harvard Square and learn about the school’s rich history.
Tip: There’s the myth that Harvard student tradition is to rub the John Harvard statue’s left shoe for good luck. Don’t do it! Some Harvard students like to pee on it as a prank.
Museum of Science www.mos.org
The Museum of Science in Boston is one of the gems of the city, with hundreds of exhibits, live presentations, and shows. There are also 4D films, interactive human biology, and many fun science sections. This museum would be ideal to spend a day with kids of all ages and adults.
Cost:
$ 29/adult;
$ 24 / Children age 3 to 11
free for children under age 3
Chocolate Tour
Dessert lovers out there, this would be your heaven. Taking 1.5 hours to eat sweets along the way exploring Harvard Square, why not? You’ll enjoy locally made ice cream, Chocolate tea and explore the traditional candy shop. You’ll have the chance to try out the unique flavor sample and buy a gift for your loved ones
You may check out: https://www.viator.com/tours/Cambridge/Harvard-Square-Chocolate-Tour
By Anh Tran
By Valezka Audrey Laine
Brookline, MA
Brookline is a very nice neighborhood with a lot of good restaurants raging on different cuisine. If you like Japanese groceries or products, you can visit Brookline in your free time. They have 2 Japanese supermarkets, Maruichi Japanese Food and Deli and Maruichi Select. The location of these supermarkets is across the street from each other.
Inside Maruichi Select, there is a coffee shop where they have the best Hojicha Latte. So if you are a fan of Hojicha Latte, please come here and try it! They also have premade food like onigiri and rice bowls.
If you like going to Trader Joe’s, you should visit the one in Brookline because it is much bigger than the one in Newbury Street.
A restaurant that I recommend from Brookline is Mahaniyom; it’s a Thai restaurant. The place is on the smaller side and gets crowded easily, so make sure to come early if you want to visit!
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INTO Times Reviews March 23
By Sorawit “Moss” Promsirinimit
Avatar: The Way of Water
Avatar: The Way of Water, directed by James Cameron in 2022. The main characters actors in the movie are Sam Worthington, Sigourney Weaver, and Zoe Saldana. Avatar is a great sci-fi story. The plot of this movie is exceptionally well written. It is definitely worth sitting in a cinema for almost 3 hours to watch this movie.
This movie’s originality is among its best qualities. “Avatar: The Way of the Water” stands out as something truly unique and different in a world where so many films are formulaic and comply with a similar pattern. Despite being predictable and straightforward, the story felt novel in the sea of high-budget movies currently being released. In addition, the actors are competent in their roles.
According to Variety.com, this movie has generated $623.5 million at the domestic box office, which means this movie has the potential to become the 10th highest-grossing domestic release of all time which is beyond my expectation. This movie is an example of how people can make a difference in the world and depicts that harmony is significant for humans and we should cherish the environment.
This movie absolutely stands out in today’s world of Hollywood. The 3D experience is fantastic and visually stunning. The integration of CGI animation is done with breathtaking precision and scale. Interestingly, the storyline of this movie is emotional and heart-wrenching.
Overall, Avatar: The Way of Water is absolutely a masterpiece. It has stunning visuals that are sure to amaze viewers and a persuasive plot with significant themes. Top-notch performances, special effects, and world-building all contribute to an engaging and unforgettable cinematic experience. Fans of the first Avatar should see this movie, as well as people actively looking for an epic and visually stunning film.
By Ben Nakthong
Adventure over Winter Break
Winter in Boston starts in late November and ends in March, and there are many events going on in Boston. If you live around Boston, you should know about the experience over winter break in Boston.
The first event was the Boston Tree Lighting event. This happened the first week in December on Boston Common. Many people went to watch a music concert and enjoyed the weather in the evening, followed by fireworks, and ended up with an amazing lighting tree.
The next event was to see the second Avatar movie, Avatar: The Way of Water. I watched the film at the AMC theatre Boston Common, not far from our college. It a 3 hours long with a nice seat in the theatre and was such a nice experience that I couldn’t let go.
Not too far from our college, in the Boston Seaport neighborhood, there is a seasonal market called the Snow Port Market that sells clothes, handicrafts, paintings, jewelry, beauty products, toys, and food. You can even try the food samples, like natural maple syrup from Vermont.
On the 31 of December, we saw the New Year’s Fireworks. This was one of the most notable events in Boston I had ever been to. A walk followed the incredible fireworks down to Copley Square. There were food trucks and small ice castles around, which was awesome and enjoyable.
By Thomas Pholnikorn
Abbott Elementary
Abbott Elementary, a highly anticipated tv show, centers around a public school in Philadelphia. The show primarily focuses on the teachers and staff. The main character of this show is Janine, a quirky and perky elementary instructor. She often got paired with Barbara as they are from different generations with different teaching styles. However, there is also a hint of romance flowing around in the show. Additionally, two of the funniest character are Ava, the bad boss, and Melissa, the rough in the edges teacher.
“Whatever it takes to keep you out of my hair,” Mr. Johnson tells one of the students he’s currently watching.
Her response? “Sir, you are bald.”
Due to the excellent writing and production of Quinta Brunson, the actress who played Janine, the show has attracted incredible talents such as Sheryl Lee Ralph and won many awards going into its second season. The uniqueness of this show is the humor and relatability in the workplace. If you find that shows like the Office, Community, and Parks and Recreation are entertaining, you will like this show.
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INTO Times Reviews December 22
By Maria Carranza Jave
Peruvian Restaurant: “Machu Picchu”
Last weekend I was feeling homesick, so to make myself feel better, I decided to find something that would remind me of my country. I found a Peruvian restaurant called Machu Picchu, which is located in Somerville. Machu Picchu is one of the most visited tourist destinations in Peru, so the name is in honor of that. To get to the restaurant from downtown, I needed to use the T; it was 6 stops on the Green Line and then an 8-minute walk. The second I entered the restaurant, my mood changed completely. They were playing music from my country and the restaurant had a nice rustic vibe. The staff was nice and respectful, and it was great to be able to communicate with them in my native language. I went with a friend, and we ordered an appetizer to share. We ordered “Anticuchos”, which are small pieces of seasoned meat that also come with corn and sweet potato. Then I ordered “Aji de Gallina”, which is shredded chicken wrapped in a creamy walnut sauce, thickend with bread, with a little chili kick. This is one of my favorite dishes in my country and it was delicious. It was a great experience; the food and the service were delightful. I will come to this restaurant again, and I highly recommend everyone to visit this restaurant and try Peruvian food, because it is the best food you will ever eat in your life.
Kala Thai Cookery
This place is a gem. Located in the corner of Hanover St, 5-mins walk from Faneuil Hall, a block away from bustling Little Italy-North End you’ll see a Thai restaurant called “Kala Thai Cookery” ( https://www.kalaboston.com )that usually always has a full capacity during lunch and dinner time.
The Peer Leadership Council went to this restaurant and held a “Friendsgiving” dinner during thanksgiving time. We ordered a few foods like Pad Thai, Thai fish cake, corn fritters, many more, and all of them were AMAZING! Few of our members are from Thailand, and even they said it tastes like their back at home. The price itself is a “student friendly” price range from $4 up to $15.
After we finished our dinner, we felt very fulfilled because of the food they served, and the service was also nice and quick.
I definitely recommend this place, not to mention it’s also not too far from 73 Tremont building so if you’re looking for a good and quick lunch you know this place is just around the corner!
By Madeline Buman
By Philbertha Theodora
Assembly Row Shopping Trip
I had a great experience at the Assembly Row last week. Such a nice outdoor shopping mall and takes 20 mins from downtown Boston. The best part of shopping here is the convenient place to shop because it has many stores with various stores.
I remember a few stores such as Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, Columbia, Legoland, Bath & Body Works, Levi’s, Nike, Pandora, Reebok, Saks Fifth Ave, Polo, and many others. Be sure to take a picture with the Giant tall Lego giraffe.
Not only shopping shops, but they also have a bunch of great restaurants and coffee shops, including Starbucks, Tatte, Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Totto Ramen, The Smoke Shop BBQ, etc.
One of the great options to visit for holiday shopping.
