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Philosophy: “Why must the sticky rice be so very sticky...
Over many a meal of sticky rice and General Wong chicken, students at Harvard have griped about what’s wrong with this place. And to be sure, it’s not difficult to find things to complain about. There are mutterings about how we’re not getting the “quintessential college experience,” how students here are blinded by their ambition, how no one “hangs out” here. Then there’s the core, student-faculty interaction and the incessantly awful weather...
...sophomores or jaded juniors may tell you. Particuarly ignore the sob-stories of seniors anxious to re-live their youth. The truth is, things aren’t so bad—these heartwarming stories will prove that beyond doubt. And who doesn’t secretly love sticky rice, HUDS style...
...Thailand, rice is considered an essential part of most meals. Overseas, anytime you order a dish—say, General Wong’s chicken—a ginormous portion of said chicken will arrive at your table laid atop a hearty bed of rice. Alas, the upscale Asian eateries of Harvard Square occasionally diverge from these Thai norms, dishing out less-than-filling portions at inflated prices. Not only are the entrees much pricier, rice is never included with your meal. For the Thai enthusiast seeking more bang for the buck, Smile Thai Café provides a nice alternative...
...dinner starts with Scallion Pancakes ($4.50)—glutinous rice flour stuffed with scallions and herbs, pan-fried until brown and served with ginger sauce. They arrive from the kitchen piping hot, served on a bright blue triangular dish. The pancakes live up to their posh presentation—they’re more savory and less greasy than their counterparts at the Kong. Smile’s other appetizer options include: golden triangles ($4.50), diced potato, onion and curry powder wrapped in a pastry roll; and tod mun ($4.95), minced shrimp and codfish mixed with Thai spices...