“Paul Hollywood’s Pies & Puds”: Indulge in pastry perfection

March 15, 2024 by

“Paul Hollywood’s Pies & Puds” is a timeless cookbook that includes hundreds of mouthwatering meals and desserts enveloped in pastry dough.
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Food bank finds: potato medley home fries

February 29, 2024 by

In my experience, there are two types of breakfast-eaters in this world: those who opt for savory flavors and those who opt for sweet. (No, I will not be acknowledging those who don’t like breakfast...
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The best (and worst) I.V. restaurants for first dates

February 8, 2024 by

As a senior who has gone on more than a few (good and bad) dates within the confines of downtown Isla Vista, read on for my list of the best (and worst) first date locations. 
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Bringing bagels to the desert: Yetz’s Bagels opens shop at Dank Bowl Kitchen

January 18, 2024 by

Despite packing mac and cheese-filled bread bowls since 2010, Daniel Dunietz, UCSB alumnus and founder of Dank Bowl Kitchen, is on a mission to bake the best bagels in I.V.
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Fad or flop: Is Crumbl Cookies worth the hype?

November 9, 2023 by and

Does Crumbl Cookies live up to the hype? We didn’t think so.
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Food bank finds: black bean salsa

October 19, 2023 by

No matter what you choose to include, this tangy and hearty recipe makes for a great snack or meal. 
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Goleta Lemon Festival celebrates its 30th year of lemony eats and activities for all

October 5, 2023 by and

After a day of eating lemony treats, here is what the On the Menu staff deemed worth the try.
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Third annual Burrito Week offers $8 burritos from 21 Santa Barbara County establishments

October 5, 2023 by , and

The Santa Barbara Independent has invited 21 establishments in Santa Barbara in the past two years to participate in their annual Burrito Week, offering special burritos and familiar favorites at a di...
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Welcome fall with apple cinnamon rolls

September 14, 2023 by

Not only do these rolls taste amazing, but your whole house will smell like a Bath & Body Works apple spice candle.
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Post-pandemic Obon festivals bring Japanese culture, food and celebration to communities

July 20, 2023 by

For over 500 years, Japanese culture has celebrated the annual Buddhist holiday of Obon (お盆). During the traditionally three-day event, participants honor their ancestors, whose spirits are believ...
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Summertime beef patties: taking new twists on an American classic

July 4, 2023 by

There’s nothing more quintessentially American than a barbeque dinner on a hot summer evening. Celebrate this 4th of July with a homemade burger!
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I.V. Pizza Pub: the hidden gem of the Isla Vista breakfast scene

June 22, 2023 by

I.V. Pizza Pub’s menu includes a selection of classic bagel sandwiches, bagel melts and flavored cream cheese bagels.
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EVPLA hosts I.V. Night Market

May 25, 2023 by and

Staged at Little Acorn Park, the evening event celebrated both emerging and well-loved, local businesses.
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“Modern Jewish Baker: Challah, Babka, Bagels & More”: The bread lover’s best friend

May 18, 2023 by

“Modern Jewish Baker: Challah, Babka, Bagels & More” by Shannon Sarna features a complete collection of traditional and modern Jewish recipes. Trust me, they are bakeable heaven.
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5 beginner bread recipes

May 4, 2023 by

So you’ve mastered cookies and quick loaves, and now you feel that you’re ready to try making your own bread. These five recipes are perfect for anyone ready to take their baking to the next level...
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