Açaí-uh Dude! How We Came To Love the Açaí Bowl

May 10, 2016 by

"...its image exists on Instagram feeds and Pinterest boards and other social media sites. But how exactly did it come to be so popular?"
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UCSB Foodchella Finds

February 29, 2016 by

"With fun food, great weather and some live music, Foodchella was a great way for UCSB students and the community to spend their Sunday."
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A Diner’s Guide to Dining Guides

February 24, 2016 by

"Below are two restaurant rating systems that stemmed from and were inspired by the culture and enjoyment of going out to eat."
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Sweet Smarts About Sweethearts

February 11, 2016 by

"For 150 years, what was first a novelty of tiny, motto-printed colored hearts has become a sentimental tradition with their image recognized by almost anyone."
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A Guide to Asian Soups: China, Japan, Vietnam

January 22, 2016 by

Keep yourself warm this El Nino with these authentic Asian soups
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Hanging Out with the Soup Guy

February 19, 2015 by and

Believe it or not, UCen Dining's soups are indeed made by a real human. Get to know the Soup Guy through this exclusive interview, or stop by and chat at noon in the arbor today, Feb. 19.
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Symbolically Celebrating the Lunar New Year

February 18, 2015 by

Chinese New Year is a time for family gatherings, fireworks, gift giving, celebration and of course, feasting. If joining the culinary celebration isn't an option, feast your eyes on seven holiday sta...
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Weekly Food Photography Tip: Know Your Angles

February 5, 2015 by

No matter what angle you choose, it'll be acute, right or obtuse.
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Weekly Food Photo Tip: Color!

January 29, 2015 by

Get your AWB on point!
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Weekly Food Photography Tip: Lighting

January 22, 2015 by

Food photography is probably one of the most popular kinds of photography right now. If you aren’t a fan of food photography, keep reading and see if you change your mind. If you are a fan of captur...
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To Shoot or Not to Shoot

November 24, 2014 by

So you get a South Coast Three-Way. You're famished but your dozens of followers NEED to see those luscious layers of meat. Do you snap a pic?
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Photo Finds from the Gaucho Farmers Market

October 23, 2014 by

The UCSB Gaucho Certified Farmers Market is a great place to get some fresh organic produce and artisan goods, get familiar with your food and meet local farmers and artisans. Every Wednesday from 11 ...
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