On the Menu

October 5, 2017

Tips for Creating Brand New Pasta-bilities

By Marisa Ratchford

Tips for all you pasta newbies.

September 28, 2017

Trend Alert: Poke Shops Opening in Isla Vista

By Marisa Ratchford, Tiffany Velazquez

First it was vegans, then fidget spinners, and now it is Poke Shops in Isla Vista.

September 28, 2017

Aesthetically Appetizing

By Tiffany Velazquez

How to make Pinterest-perfect recipes with ease.

September 21, 2017

Tantalizing Taco Salad

By Marisa Ratchford

Dip your toe in the metaphorical kitchen sink with this super easy recipe.

September 21, 2017

Grab ‘N’ Go

By Tiffany Velazquez

Snacks to get you through your first week back to school

September 21, 2017

Why Choosing Santa Barbara Was the Smartest Decision You Ever Made

By Marisa Ratchford

The On The Menu Editor explains how her Santa Barbara culinary experiences shaped her decision to attend UCSB

August 24, 2017

How to Avoid the Freshman 15

By Marisa Ratchford

You know you're worried about so here are some tips to keep you in check.

August 24, 2017

Any Way You Slice It: A Guide to Eating Pizza at UCSB

By Marisa Ratchford

Everything you need to know regarding the slices and dices of your local pizza joints.

August 24, 2017

Your Kitchen Dorm Packing List

By Tiffany Velazquez

A guide to keeping your fridge stocked with pure happiness.

July 29, 2017

Rincon Brewery Isla Vista, Where Everything But Good Beer Remains Untapped

By Simone Dupuy

Gio's replaced suddenly by Rincon Brewery, but will it make a lasting impression?

July 17, 2017

Life Is Better by the Beach

By Tiffany Velazquez

Punta Perula serves up the catch of the day.

June 8, 2017

Graduation Grub

By Marisa Ratchford

Where to eat when you’re with your family, friends or just feeling sentimental

June 8, 2017

Graduation Cocktails

By Sam Wulff

Cocktails to celebrate the end of your undergraduate years.

June 8, 2017

Collin Signs Off from On The Menu

By Collin McLeod

Final send-off to On The Menu's assistant editor.

June 8, 2017

Graduation Cupcakes

By Tiffany Velazquez

Blueberry lemon cupcakes for a final burst of blue and gold.

June 1, 2017

Deals! Deals! Deals!

By Sam Wulff

How to get the most out of your money eating in Isla Vista.