Marisa Ratchford

September 21, 2017

Tantalizing Taco Salad

By Marisa Ratchford

Dip your toe in the metaphorical kitchen sink with this super easy recipe.

September 21, 2017

Why Choosing Santa Barbara Was the Smartest Decision You Ever Made

By Marisa Ratchford

The On The Menu Editor explains how her Santa Barbara culinary experiences shaped her decision to attend UCSB

August 24, 2017

How to Avoid the Freshman 15

By Marisa Ratchford

You know you're worried about so here are some tips to keep you in check.

August 24, 2017

Any Way You Slice It: A Guide to Eating Pizza at UCSB

By Marisa Ratchford

Everything you need to know regarding the slices and dices of your local pizza joints.

June 8, 2017

Graduation Grub

By Marisa Ratchford

Where to eat when you’re with your family, friends or just feeling sentimental

May 23, 2017

What’s Become of I.V.? Local Business Owners Serve it Up

By Marisa Ratchford, Tamari Dzotsenidze

Three long time business owners discuss the positive changes in the community they have seen since the tragic events of May 23rd

May 18, 2017

Syrian DJ Omar Souleyman Brings Beats to UCSB

By Marisa Ratchford

The Middle East Ensemble typically highlights many regional music styles, but, in honor of Souleyman, they focused a bit more on the musical selections of Syria.

May 18, 2017

Another Reason to Love Using Your Crockpot

By Marisa Ratchford

Try this new way to cook your enchiladas.

May 4, 2017

How To Get the Most out of Your Kitchen Space

By Marisa Ratchford

Here is everything you're doing wrong in your kitchen and how you can fix it.

May 4, 2017

San Francisco: An Adventure of Culinary Proportions

By Collin McLeod, Marisa Ratchford

Experience a road trip worth drooling over.

April 13, 2017

A Basket of Eggs to Dye For Natural Home Recipes for Creating Easter Eggs

By Marisa Ratchford

Make your mom proud with these homemade Easter egg dyes.

April 6, 2017

Quin-Whaaaa? A Surprising Take on Chili

By Marisa Ratchford

For those of us who need that little pick-me-up at home, try this delicious recipe that’s easy to make.

April 6, 2017

Deltopia Drunchies: Your Guide to Grabbing the Best On the Go Grub

By Marisa Ratchford

Walking around looking for the perfect party can certainly work up an appetite here is a list for every craving you have that you can get on the go

March 9, 2017

Editor’s Picks

By Marisa Ratchford

Nine tips to make you feel like a star in the kitchen.

March 9, 2017

Coming Up! Alton Brown Live: Eat Your Science

By Marisa Ratchford

Get your tickets now for Alton Brown Live

February 2, 2017

Editor’s Picks 2.0

By Marisa Ratchford

More tips to make your kitchen experience a wonderful time.