As the honeymoon phase of campus life begins to wrap up, it might be hitting you that you’re reliant on the dining hall for sustenance this entire year.
In early June, Starship announced it would be removing its Grubhub robots. Shortly after, a campus announcement on Miami University’s webpage confirmed that the robots would no longer be a resource at Miami.
For the past nine months, I have been preparing myself for the journey that will ultimately define my early 20s: studying abroad.
Beyond the campus, the small town of Oxford blooms with excitement and character. Part of this culture comes from the diverse restaurants throughout town. Countless small businesses serve students and town residents alike, giving everybody something to enjoy.
Fiesta Charra is one of Oxford’s most popular spots. Chances are you’ve been there at least once. Maybe it was for a margarita tower during your Miami experience, or maybe you remember the endless Yik Yak rumors about police raids. As my time here comes to an end, my friends and I wanted to go back just one last time.
It's a high 70-degree Sunday in Oxford, one of the first of the spring season, and I find myself craving something cold, refreshing and, most importantly, nutritional. Historically, this would’ve been hard to find for students around Oxford, where Uptown is known for its assortment of bars, sandwich shops and other fast-casual restaurants.However, on April 11, a new kind of bar opened on High Street — The Berry Bar.
Since 1989, Bodega Delicatessen has been a local favorite deli in Oxford. They are known for their wide array of soups, sandwiches and pasta salads.
Whether you spent spring break frolicking on the beach or stayed home to catch up on some much-needed sleep, these spring pastries are just what you need to enjoy the season ahead. From a light and fluffy lemon blueberry coffee cake to a rich and decadent fudge brownie, there’s a recipe for every occasion.
Chop Bento arrived in Oxford last semester. It started as a Chinese-inspired restaurant, but has since transitioned into Japanese-style food. After being closed for a month, they released a new menu and are planning on returning some of their Chinese-inspired dishes in the future, according to their Instagram.
Where Jimmy John’s once stood now sits a Mediterranean and Greek-style restaurant: Tavo Mediterranean Grill. Inside, the interior remains the same; The floors are still checkered, the booths are still linear and the food-making assembly line is still present. But the small restaurant on East High Street, located next to Starbucks, went from a multinational sandwich chain to a unique Oxford Mediterranean grill.
Oxford is constantly welcoming new restaurants. Between Ohana Island Grille, Sushi King andPaseano’s Pasta House, we seem to have it all. But there was a time when there were no coffee shops or late-night pizza spots. Historical information about these early buildings and businesses comes from records compiled by the Oxford Historic and Architectural Preservation Commission.
This past J-Term, I had the privilege to travel to Florence, Italy, through the Department of English. The 21 days I lived in Florence were filled with pasta, pizza, bread, wine and olive oil. I kept a record of my favorite restaurants and the must-get dishes I enjoyed.
Chick-fil-A officially opened in Armstrong Student Center in the fall semester of the 2025-2026 school year. It replaced the old location of Delicious Without, an allergen-friendly dining option. These healthier options are still available in the dining halls, despite the main location’s closure.
Ever since I was a little girl, baking and cooking have always been some of my favorite pastimes — not to mention one of my skills. Food is a love language, and it brings people together, so here are three foolproof recipes to keep that special someone wanting more.
Bello Wood Fired Pizza is a charming pizzeria and taproom located on High Street next to Graeter’s Ice Cream. They are most well-known for their authentic Neapolitan-style pizza, all made in a wood-fired oven that sits right in the center of the restaurant.
Opened in 1975, Bagel & Deli has an expansive menu of over 90 creative bagel combinations. This menu is arguably the biggest draw of the restaurant. From custom orders like the “Lottery,” where the workers choose your bagel toppings for you, to the “Crunch and Munch,” Bagel & Deli has something for everyone.
Cuffing season is officially upon us, which means you (yes, YOU) need to step up your dating game. Here are five cute date ideas in the Oxford area, perfect for any price point or level of commitment.
Located next to Bodega on High Street, Chop Bento is a brand new restaurant in Oxford. It offers a fresh take on modern Asian cuisine, featuring a diverse menu with something for everyone.
Din Tai Fung (DTF) has risen to international fame, thanks in part to its viral popularity on TikTok. The restaurant is best known for its delicate xiao long bao (soup dumplings) and other dim sum specialties. Din Tai Fung has locations in just seven states — New York, California, Washington, Arizona, Oregon and Nevada — and other international locations. Over fall break, I had the chance to visit its Las Vegas location.
Channel your inner barista this fall season with five cozy autumnal simple syrups that blend perfectly well with lattes, chai tea, matcha or drizzled over two scoops of vanilla bean ice cream.Instead of draining your declining dollars at Starbucks by mid-October, bring the coffeehouse to your dorm or apartment with these affordable syrups, which are packed with warm, rich and flavorful spices and aromas.