Michelle Lee

May 26, 2022

Letter From The Editor: My Time With On The Menu

By Michelle Lee

My time as co-editor for On the Menu has strengthened my belief that food is so much more than sustenance — it’s a bridge between cultures, an agent for change, a creative outlet, a lens into another person’s life.

March 3, 2022

Kyle’s Chicken House: Bringing Fried Chicken to Isla Vista

By Michelle Lee

The latest addition to the Kyle’s Restaurant Family, Kyle’s Chicken House offers a menu that revolves around fried chicken.

February 17, 2022

Black-Owned Restaurants in Santa Barbara

By Michelle Lee, Dominique D'Lima

In honor of Black History Month, we would like to take a moment to highlight a few Black-owned restaurants and food businesses in the Santa Barbara area.

January 13, 2022

Janchi-Guksu

By Michelle Lee

Traditionally for large gatherings, janchi-guksu has an understated flavor profile that is warmly comforting — kind of like a hug in a bowl. 

March 9, 2021

A Day of Eating in Solvang

By Michelle Lee

Only a 40-minute drive away from UC Santa Barbara, Solvang is a quaint village known for its Danish-style architecture and wide variety of delicious restaurants!

February 10, 2021

Sweet Treats for the Day of Love

By Michelle Lee, Faiza Mohammed

Baking is a perfect way to make Valentine’s Day extra special for your loved ones!

February 5, 2021

Claire Saffitz’s “Dessert Person”: Putting Three Recipes to the Test

By Michelle Lee

Is each recipe is as easy or difficult as the book claims? Find out from home baker’s perspective.

December 22, 2020

Cookies for Santa

By Michelle Lee, Nicole Wakeland, Chace Duma, Maya Salem, Shelby Guy, Charlotte Glass

There’s no better way to welcome Saint Nick into your home than with a fresh batch of cookies and a nice, cold glass of milk.

December 11, 2020

Matcha Four Ways

By Michelle Lee

Matcha has taken the world by storm with its bright green color and sweet, grassy flavor profile. Here are four matcha drink recipes to get you started in the world of Matcha!

November 17, 2020

The Power of Food

By Michelle Lee, Briana Burgi

Did you know that the vitamins and antioxidants in superfoods can likely be found in your everyday snacks?

November 12, 2020

DIY Philz Iced Mint Mojito

By Michelle Lee

Recreate this iconic drink on a budget.

August 28, 2020

UCSB Library Prepares for Possible Fall 2020 Reopening

By Michelle Lee

In addition to extensive cleaning and floor restrictions, library staff have implemented drastic changes in the structure and layout of the library to further ensure student health and safety.

April 30, 2020

The Elephant in the Zoom: How Student Orgs Are Adapting to Virtual Member Engagement

By Michelle Lee

According to the Office of Student Life, there are currently 366 registered campus organizations at UCSB, many of whom are attempting to transfer their membership services online.