Crimson staff writer
Thomas A. Ferro
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The Michelin Guide: A Tired Obsession with Perfection
Without the looming presence of the Michelin Guide, restaurants don’t have to be unforgivingly avant-garde, institutional, or world-famous.
‘Being Reflected Upon’ Review: When Rejecting Tradition Goes Too Far
Alice Notley’s “Being Reflected Upon” has moments of exquisite textual construction but comes across as pretentious in its pursuit of the avant-garde.
What the Hell Happened: Banksy’s Artificial Revitalization Shocks London
Banksy has created yet another news-garnering installation — this time incorporating nature into the message of his design.
When We’re Back in Boston: Metropolitan Vignettes
Here is a collection of vignettes that demonstrates what exactly makes The Crimson’s Arts Board feel the pulse of Boston in that special, intangible way.
‘You Need Me Now?’ Single Review: A Duality of Composition That Verges on the Unexceptional
Juxtaposition of gravity and vibrancy gives the song a peculiar aura, allowing listeners to connect with the lyrics and enjoy the upbeat melody and chorus.
What the Hell Happened: Flaco the Owl, a Metropolitan Hero
To become a hero, one typically has to overcome some adversity, and Flaco did just that. Flaco overcame the odds.
Recipe Review: The New York Times’s 2023 Cookie Week
Over winter break, The Harvard Crimson tried the New York Times's holiday cookie recipes, with the goal of testing how college students could fare against professionals.
Hasty Pudding Honors Annette Bening as the 74th Woman of the Year
Hasty Pudding Theatricals has been selecting a Woman of the Year for nearly three quarters of a century, beginning with Gertrude Lawrence in 1951.
The Harvard February: Winter Vignettes by Crimson Arts
Several Harvard students reflect on the subtleties of a dormant nature, memories long past, and how to find the light in the darkness of winter.