Meet The Writers

MEREDITH

WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE RED LINE STOP?

My favorite stop is definitely Clark & Division.

WHAT'S YOUR GO-TO QUICK BITE BEFORE CLASS?

You can always catch me walking into class with a latte in my hand.

HOW DO YOU BUDGET FOR FOOD THROUGHOUT THE SEMESTER?

To make sure I'm not spending too much, I only allow myself to eat out twice a week.

WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE RED LINE STOP?

I love me some pho, so it has to be Argyle all the way!

WHAT'S YOUR GO-TO QUICK BITE BEFORE CLASS?

Before class, you can probably find me at Dunkin’ getting the 2 for $5 bacon, egg, and cheese croissant sandwich with a small black coffee.

HOW DO YOU BUDGET FOR FOOD THROUGHOUT THE SEMESTER?

I make my older sisters pay for my food when I go home so I can save some money.

ZEL

JESUS

WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE RED LINE STOP?

Definitely the Fullerton stop. I love the Lincoln Park area so much and there are endless food options.

WHAT'S YOUR GO-TO QUICK BITE BEFORE CLASS?

I usually like to grab a granola bar from my pantry before heading out, or find something inexpensive on the way.

HOW DO YOU BUDGET FOR FOOD THROUGHOUT THE SEMESTER?

Now that I have my own apartment with a kitchen, I'm able to cook for myself a lot more, which makes it much easier to watch my spending.

WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE RED LINE STOP?

Belmont! There is so much to discover and it's right by my favorite sushi place of all time, Ukai.

WHAT'S YOUR GO-TO QUICK BITE BEFORE CLASS?

Any cheap breakfast food that distracts me from regretting getting out of bed that morning.

HOW DO YOU BUDGET FOR FOOD THROUGHOUT THE SEMESTER?

I lock my debit card in my safe and never have food delivery apps downloaded on my phone.

CAROLYN

DANY

WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE RED LINE STOP?

My favorite stop is Clark & Division.

WHAT'S YOUR GO-TO QUICK BITE BEFORE CLASS?

I always like to drink a coffee before class, most likely from Starbucks.

HOW DO YOU BUDGET FOR FOOD THROUGHOUT THE SEMESTER?

I try to eat out as minimally as possible and have savings from every month.