Food

From dining hall transformations to food policy and campus cuisine, find Harvard’s take on what’s on the table.

A woman in glasses gestures while speaking to two attentive listeners at a table.

How to Cook with Wild Plants

From wild greens spanakopita to rose petal panna cotta, forager and chef Ellen Zachos makes one-of-a-kind meals.

by Lydialyle Gibson

A yellow non-alcoholic cocktail made from organic ingredients

Orchard Elixir by Mixologist Willa Van Nostrand

An orchard elixir mocktail for the holidays—healthy, festive, and organic

A squash, scooped, with a barley dish inside

Barley recipe (Orzotto)

Climate- and heart-friendly barley with crunchy chickpeas & almonds topped with balsamic vinegar

Library looking room with bookcases and a red sofa and accent chairs

Urban Enchantment

Spend a holiday overnight in the city, with teas, trees, and festive toasts.

by Kara Baskin

I Can’t Believe It’s Not Chicken (Super-Savory Grated Tofu) Recipe

Nisha Vora's super savory grated tofu recipe

Collage of Chef Nisha Vora in the kitchen preparing a dish, a bowl of sticky coconut-milk-braised tofu over rice, and a plate of buttermilk-fried “chicken” with cornbread and dilly slaw.

From Harvard Law Books to Vegan Cookbooks

Nisha Vora’s vegan journey

by Claire Zulkey

People gathered at a long, outdoor dining table set with wine glasses, candles, and flowers.

Food Tours and More in Pioneer Valley Massachusetts

A local-food lovers’ paradise

by Nell Porter-Brown

Pouring the creamy “Sai Gon Latte” at Cicada Coffee Bar in Central Square

What is the Best Breakfast and Lunch in Harvard Square?

The cafés and restaurants of Harvard Square sure to impress for breakfast and lunch.

by Nell Porter-Brown

An illustration of foods included in the portfolio diet.

Portfolio Diet May Reduce Long-Term Risk of Heart Disease and Stroke, Harvard Researchers Find

A little-known diet improves cardiovascular health through several distinct mechanisms. 

by Nina Pasquini

Panelists at the Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health spoke about cancer and nutrition

How to Prevent Cancer through Nutrition

Expert advice for daily life

by Jonathan Shaw

Pistachio Filled Dates with Yogurt

Harvard executive chef Christopher Kelly shares his healthy recipes