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Ever since I was young, I have always been a big foodie. I’ve never been a picky eater and have always been willing to try something at least once, even if it looks or sounds a bit gross. I grew up in a small town in Idaho, and as you can probably imagine, there was not a large variety of cuisines around me. When I decided to attend Tufts, I knew I wanted to take advantage of the amazing food scene in the Boston area. Here are a few of my favorite restaurants I’ve been to since coming to Tufts: 

Lei’s Vietnamese restaurant (Harvard Square)
Lei’s is one of my favorite spots when I want something warm and comforting, like a big bowl of pho. Pho is one of my all-time favorite comfort foods, and Lei’s has pho down to a science. 

Sarma (Somerville) 
I recently went to Sarma for the first time and wow, this place is incredible. It’s a Mediterranean restaurant that serves all kinds of dishes tapas-style. I highly recommend the avocado muhammara with their homemade gyro bread, it’s excellent. 

Hei La Moon (Chinatown) 
If you love Dim Sum, Hei La Moon is the place to go. It’s in the heart of Chinatown and has a homey atmosphere and delicious food. Dim Sum menus can be a bit overwhelming, so here are a few of my favorites to get you started: The pork buns, the sesame balls, the egg custard tart, and the shrimp rolls. 

Foundry on Elm (Davis Square)
Closer to Tufts is Foundry on Elm, a place I’d walked by countless times but had never eaten at. I finally got the chance to eat there about a month ago and it was delicious! I had the gnocchi which was rich and creamy yet also very light—a feat I did not think possible. 

Limoncello Ristorante (North End) 
In Boston’s historic North End, you will find about one million Italian restaurants, but if you get the chance, definitely check out Limoncello. The Rosette Al Montasio Ed Olio Di Tartufo (a mouthful, both literally and figuratively) is truly unlike anything I have ever tasted before. 

Bosso Ramen Tavern (Harvard Square) 
Lastly, Bosso Ramen Tavern is also a favorite for good, comforting food. As soon as you’re seated, you are greeted with a “welcome to Bosso” from the entire restaurant staff, which makes you feel right at home. Their gyozas are excellent as well as their umami ramen.

These a just a few of the many amazing restaurants in the Boston area. Tufts’ proximity to Boston and all that the city has to offer is just one of the many reasons why I love Tufts. Whether you only have time to pop down to Davis Square or have the time to take a trip into the city, you are sure to find amazing food in almost every corner of the greater Boston area.