Maya Salem

November 30, 2023

U-Mail: Buzzing for a life outside of class

By Maya Salem

Maya Salem reflects on reading and wanting to live and learn.

October 26, 2023

Stories from Storke: Encounter with a ghost

By José Suarez, Maya Salem

José Suarez and Maya Salem share some run-ins with the supernatural.

October 26, 2023

Foraging for wild blackberries and spooky stories

By Maya Salem

Regardless of folktales, the blackberry season is an indicator that autumn is coming, if not already here.

April 20, 2023

U-Mail: Talk earthy to me

By Maya Salem

Maya Salem wonders what the best gift to the Earth could be.

April 13, 2023

Pineapple bean salsa with smashed potatoes

By Maya Salem

Between the fresh sweetness of the pineapple and the addictive crunch of the potatoes, I find myself looking forward to this meal all day.

March 28, 2023

One-pan butternut squash saute

By Maya Salem

This one-pan butternut squash saute has become my go-to weekday meal. It’s warm, it’s vegetarian and its lavish, earthy flavors just hit the spot during winter.

February 16, 2023

I.V. Co-op hosts fair trade chocolate tasting

By Maya Salem

By buying fair trade products, such as chocolate, people can support farmers and give them more control over their own and their community’s future.

February 5, 2023

U-Mail: Is spring coming yet?

By Maya Salem

Amidst Groundhog Day, Maya Salem wonders when spring will greet Isla Vista.

February 5, 2023

U-Mail: Quick, take a picture!

By Maya Salem

Maya Salem admires the beauty of memories not captured by a camera.

September 29, 2022

Portabella Mushroom Steak and Broccolini

By Maya Salem

This dish is full of fresh flavors and hearty goodness!

September 22, 2022

End-of-summer nectarine basil salad

By Maya Salem

This isn’t your average Sunday brunch fruit salad.

May 19, 2022

Healthy Baking Substitutes

By Maya Salem

This article compiles some useful substitutes for dietary restrictions, healthy cooking or times when you’ve simply run out of eggs. 

May 12, 2022

Tortellini and Bean Soup for Windy Spring Days

By Maya Salem

A comforting hearty way to end a long, windy day.

April 7, 2022

Dark Chocolate Quinoa Breakfast Bowl

By Maya Salem

Between the fibrous quinoa and antioxidant-rich dark chocolate, this breakfast bowl is a surprisingly nutritious start to the day.

February 24, 2022

Fried Green Tomatoes

By Maya Salem

Fried green tomatoes are a quick and tasty side dish, incorporating a nutritious, immunity-boosting vegetable!

November 24, 2021

A Very Cool, Though Unconventional, Candy Cane Pie

By Maya Salem

Relish Thanksgiving as an opportunity to sit down with family and enjoy homemade food together, unconventional pie and all.