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A Hainanese Chicken Friendsgiving

December 2, 2022 by Max Yim

A somewhat nontraditional Friendsgiving, an introspective view on my journey making Hainanese Chicken, and how food brings people together.
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Salmon Wellington: A terrific turkey alternative

November 24, 2022 by Joey Sable

I sought to make a Thanksgiving main dish that incorporates complex flavors and is everything turkey is not: something with moistness and rich flavor that still feels ceremonious and special without n...
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Persimmon and plum crumble: a foolproof fall dessert

November 17, 2022 by Stephanie Gerson

Stand out at the Thanksgiving dessert table with this melt-in-your-mouth fall treat!
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So you got invited to friendsgiving…

November 17, 2022 by Chace Duma

You got invited to a Friendsgiving. Great! Only one issue: You don’t know how to cook. We're here to help with a few easy-to-make ideas to bring to a potluck!
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How mashed potatoes became a smash hit: A brief history

November 17, 2022 by Pihu Jain

This beloved Thanksgiving side dish has origins that can be traced back 10,000 years ago to the Andes Mountain region.
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“Medium Raw:” A Memoir by Anthony Bourdain

November 10, 2022 by Max Yim

“Medium Raw” gives the reader an insightful and mature perspective of the industry while still maintaining the brutal honesty and vividity that makes his writing so engaging.
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Spice up your breakfast rotation with shakshuka!

November 10, 2022 by Abigail Monti

There’s nothing homier than the lively, sweet aroma of this gorgeous dish.
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The flavor is: Naan Stop

November 10, 2022 by Pihu Jain

Pihu Jain finds a taste of home at Isla Vista's Naan Stop.
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Why ratatouille is more than just a dish

November 3, 2022 by Luc Le

Luc Le puts the recipe at the center of one of Pixar's greatest films to the test.
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Life, death and biscuits: Navigating grief through food

November 3, 2022 by Katherine McCabe

Katherine McCabe shares a personal essay about the value of food and family connections.
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Perfect Pumpkin Fall Fudge

October 27, 2022 by Haydin Zogaric

There’s nothing that screams “fall” more than melt-in-your-mouth pumpkin spice fudge!
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Ain’t No Challaback Girl: Chocolate-Pumpkin Babkallah

October 27, 2022 by Joey Sable

This pumpkin chocolate babkallah will be the best dessert you’ll eat during this autumnal equinox!
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Quite a catch: the Santa Barbara Harbor & Seafood Festival

October 20, 2022 by Kyra Karatsu and Grace Zhang

All things seafood and maritime, the free community event showcased the ocean’s freshest ingredients.
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Chicken Adobo: A Filipino chicken stew

October 20, 2022 by Max Yim

This recipe is my attempt at recreating my lolo’s chicken adobo and is easy and simple to make, as well as being warm and hearty, perfect for the fall and winter.
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