NYU Prague Student Blog
by Lauren Tavares So you’ve been accepted into NYU Prague (congrats!) and now you’re looking at which dorm you should live in. Not sure where to start? Well, that’s where we come in. NYU Prague Now is giving you 10 things NYU doesn’t tell you about each of the dorms. First up: Osadni. I’ve … Continue reading 10 Things They Don’t Tell You About Osadni
by Laila El Agizy Before coming to Prague, I had many people ask me, “Are you still going to be vegan in Prague?” and “What will you eat? All they eat in Eastern Europe is meat and cheese!” I made a vow to myself to try my best to keep my veganism intact while abroad, … Continue reading Vegan Restaurant Guide Prague
by Lauren Tavares After a week of being in Prague, I was ready to explore. My jet lag had worn off for the most part, and I no longer had to go to a million orientation events every day. Time to tackle the tourist traps. I knew the Charles Bridge would be crowded, but … Continue reading Picture Perfect: Charles Bridge at Sunset
by Tiffany Zhang As I stared at the Czech dumplings on my plate, my Chinese heritage refused to associate these with the dumplings I am most familiar with. The dumplings that remind me of home are to be eaten with chopsticks, dipped into soy sauce or vinegar, and enjoyed in one big bite. But what’s … Continue reading Dumplings? Dumplings!
by Sara Meng With its prime location as the nearest capital city to Prague, and rich cultural offerings on its doorstep, Vienna tops the chart as the most visited destination of NYU Prague students’ first weekend this fall. While raving about all the must-visits of Vienna, it’s easy to forget about Melk Abbey just an … Continue reading Austria’s Hidden Gem – Melk Abbey
by Carmen Russo As the famous keyboard notes from Tupac’s “California Love” bounced their way through the speakers, one rapper started an aggressive freestyle while another pulled on a vape as he judged his opponent’s verses. Like most rap battles, the audience would decide the winner by cheering for their favorite. But this time, the … Continue reading A Celebration of Roma Culture in Prague
by Emily Bertha and Gabby Brooks The Czech Republic isn’t known for their healthy diet. People here drink more beer than any other country. Popular national dishes include goulash (a beef and gravy dish), roasted pork, and sausage. But recently, more and more vegetarian and vegan restaurants have been popping up around Prague. If you … Continue reading Vegetarian Food in a Meat-loving Country