Objective 1 : Food + Culture

Outcome Statement: I have developed a deeper understanding of the important connections between food, community, and culture and the relevance to the city and its influence.

self-assessment

Rating: 1/5 - Exceeds expectations in achievement of this learning goal

While I looked to NYC as a center of food upon my initial arrival, I was not expecting food to play such a large role in my New York City experience. From planning weekly dinners at many different restaurants to celebrating holidays with dishes to even experiencing a food tour of East Village, food and its ties to culture were what really made my winter quarter here. A lot more of my time than I expected was spent searching through restaurant reviews, making reservations, and developing plans around where I wanted to go for the next meal.

evidence

Some notable experiences from my extensive food journey throughout the city:

Celebrating Lunar New Year with Sichuan food from Shan in Brooklyn
East Village food tour including pierogis, falafel, takoyaki, tacos, and fried Oreos
Mission to find the best ice cream in the city
Food in New York exhibit at the Museum of the City of New York
Crossing places off of my must-visit list (though the list continues to grow)