Celine Pun

May 31, 2022

Secret Bao: Modern Asian Cuisine

By Celine Pun

Secret Bao brings a fresh twist to classic dishes such as gyoza, udon, and of course, bao buns.

May 19, 2022

Toma Restaurant and Bar: A Delightful Oceanfront Eatery

By Celine Pun

Toma, a gorgeous restaurant with an Italian-inspired Mediterranean menu, sits on the oceanfront near the Santa Barbara pier. 

April 21, 2022

A Night at Captain Fatty’s

By Celine Pun

When my out-of-town friends come to visit next, I will bring them to this amazing microbrewery and pizzeria, perfect place to catch up, drink and dine.

April 10, 2022

Zaytoon: Lebanese Cuisine Downtown

By Celine Pun

If you are looking for a fairy tale ambiance for an intimate celebration of surviving another chaotic quarter, check out Zaytoon, a Lebanese restaurant on 209 E. Canon Perdido St. in downtown Santa Barbara.

December 2, 2021

Fig Butter Cinnamon Rolls

By Celine Pun

If fig butter was a person, I imagine she would be a classy grandma beating everyone at bingo — heavenly sweetness and witty, with an indescribable depth.

October 14, 2021

Lentil Pot Pie

By Celine Pun

Vibrant with earthy colors, this pie offers a stunning cornucopia of umami slices, perfect for back-to-back classes or potlucks.

March 4, 2021

Hearty Chickpea Salad

By Celine Pun

Perfect to whip up for a well-rounded munch between Zoom meetings this dish is extremely filling due to its high protein content and lasts in the fridge for a long time.

February 12, 2021

I’m Scared To Get Sick During the Pandemic

By Celine Pun

Celine Pun highlights the importance of destigmatizing sickness during a pandemic.

January 29, 2021

Five Tips for Meal Prepping 

By Celine Pun

Here are several tips to remember when starting your meal-prep journey!

December 3, 2020

Tips for Cooking With Eczema

By Celine Pun

Here are five tips that those with eczema can practice for better cooking experiences. 

November 25, 2020

Five Ways To Use Extra Pumpkin Puree: Savory Plant-Based Edition

By Celine Pun

Having an excess of anything feels suffocating in a clutter-free space.

November 24, 2020

5 Fun Plant-Based Desserts for Thanksgiving

By Celine Pun

Try out these desserts for your COVID-conscious Thanksgiving!

November 9, 2020

What Students Eat During Desperate Times

By Celine Pun, Nicole Wakeland, Maya Salem

It is easy to think that the homebound time we have gained from this pandemic has made us better chefs. Fridges are bulging more than ever before and everyone is learning how to mince garlic — after all, foodie Instagr...

May 3, 2020

Welcome to Zoom University

By Celine Pun

Celine Pun gives a behind-the-scenes tour of Zoom University.