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Battle of the Dairy-Free Yogurts

April 13, 2023 by

Switching to a dairy-free diet should not mean giving up eating your favorite foods. While some products are definitely hit-or-miss, there are so many exciting dairy-free alternatives to try.
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Pineapple bean salsa with smashed potatoes

April 13, 2023 by

Between the fresh sweetness of the pineapple and the addictive crunch of the potatoes, I find myself looking forward to this meal all day.
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Panino: A vegetarian-friendly, local sandwich spot

April 4, 2023 by

This humble-looking lunch spot serves up Italian-inspired sandwiches and salads made with the freshest ingredients. Plus they have a substantial vegetarian menu!
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One-pan butternut squash saute

March 28, 2023 by

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.
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A family favorite: Sopes

March 12, 2023 by

Simple yet flavorful dishes, like these sopes with chicken, just feel like home.
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Raspberry Olive Oil Hamantaschen

March 9, 2023 by

Hamantaschen are usually made and eaten around the Purim holiday, but they are so delectable and easy to eat that you will crave them year-round. 
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Reviewing TikTok’s mini-confections cereal trend

March 9, 2023 by

Any miniature baked good is likely to turn soggy within seconds of touching milk. And yet, the world can’t get enough of it.
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What’s new in Old Town Goleta: Oat Bakery’s second location

March 2, 2023 by

In an area dominated by auto repair shops and decades-old restaurants, the Scandinavian bakery's presence will hopefully breathe new life into Old Town Goleta.
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Pad Thai-inspired shrimp and tofu noodles

March 2, 2023 by

In this bleak winter, frozen meals don’t really cut it anymore. You deserve to eat a delicious home-cooked meal that doesn’t require a plane or train ticket back home.
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Creaminal Minds: Ice Cream Sundaes on a Saturday

February 23, 2023 by

These sundaes are so good, they’re criminal.
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Mylestone BBQ: A stellar one man show

February 23, 2023 by

Mylestone BBQ is a must for barbeque lovers, or anyone looking to try a new spot in Goleta!
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I.V. Co-op hosts fair trade chocolate tasting

February 16, 2023 by

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.
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Meet Sandra Adu Zelli, the British chef behind Gipsy Hill Bakery

February 15, 2023 by

The Santa Barbara-based chef has created pastry menus for local restaurants and collaborated with other restauranteurs before starting her own business.
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Chewy Molasses Cookies

February 12, 2023 by

Perfect for cozying up with a cup of tea, these chewy molasses cookies are warming, sweet, decadent and sure to help you get through the last throes of winter.
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Plan your week with easy sheet-pan combinations

February 12, 2023 by

Making a sheet-pan meal is like reading one of those choose-your-own-adventure books from the ’80s...
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