On the Menu

December 2, 2021

Elephante: Coastal-Casual Dining Done Right

By Jill Ridens

Located in Santa Monica, CA, Elephante immerses diners into a tropical oasis with fresh, delicious food to match.

November 25, 2021

The Ultimate Friendsgiving Menu

By Katherine McCabe

No matter your dietary restrictions or personal tastes, there’s something for everyone at this friendsgiving. 

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.

November 24, 2021

EAB’s Green Chef Competition Puts Vegan Thanksgiving Recipes to the Test

By Stephanie Gerson

On Nov. 19-20, the Environmental Affairs Board (EAB) challenged students to create plant-based Thanksgiving dishes for their quarterly Green Chef cooking competition.

November 22, 2021

Classic Mini Pumpkin Pies 

By Faiza Mohammed

Why make one pie when you can make mini pumpkin pies for everyone to individually indulge in?

November 18, 2021

A Different Take on Vegetable Fried Rice

By Alice Bilyk

This version of fried rice is a little closer to a Middle Eastern-style rice pilaf than the traditional, and it is absolutely delicious

November 18, 2021

White Chocolate Pumpkin Spice Snickerdoodles

By Faiza Mohammed

Taking a twist on the classic pumpkin spice dessert, these white chocolate chip snickerdoodles are sure to be a hit at your next holiday get-together.

November 18, 2021

Brie-Raspberry Tarts

By Melvin Ventura

These brie-raspberry tarts are super simple, easy way to impress your friends and family this Thanksgiving! 

November 9, 2021

Oliver’s of Montecito

By Jill Ridens

Oliver’s of Montecito is an all-vegan, California-casual dinner restaurant that is an absolute must-try.

November 4, 2021

Wingstop Swoops Into Isla Vista

By Yiu-On Li, Kyra Schimpf

Wingstop held its soft opening in Isla Vista on Friday marking the introduction of the only dedicated chicken wing restaurant in I.V.

November 4, 2021

Lilac Patisserie Review

By Maya Ades

Lilac Pâtisserie, a gluten-free bakery and café located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, is a delicious stop whether you are gluten-free, or just looking for a great meal!

November 4, 2021

Levain-Style Ube Cookies 

By Melvin Ventura

Ube's rich, earthy and nutty flavor takes these cookies to the next level.

October 28, 2021

Easy Autumn Pumpkin Pasta

By Dominique D'Lima

To me, the beginning of fall signifies the time to indulge in all things pumpkin and carbs, thus inspiring this pasta dish with a creamy, pumpkin sauce.

October 28, 2021

Spooky Vegan Curry

By Katherine McCabe

If you want something savory but still want to partake in the festive food season, this spooky vegan curry is for you!

October 28, 2021

Homemade and Allergen-Friendly Halloween Candy

By Stephanie Gerson

These three homemade candy recipes will make Halloween for those with allergies so much easier. Happy Halloween!

October 21, 2021

Love To Cook It: The Cookbook Every Plant-Based Eater Needs To Own

By Stephanie Gerson

As someone who follows a plant-based diet, it’s so refreshing to finally see a vegan-friendly cookbook that includes some recipes I know I’ll love and others to try when I’m feeling more adventurous.