On the Menu

April 28, 2016

Ike’s, Ike’s Baby!

By Annie Golay

A newcomer to the I.V. food scene, Ike’s Place is already making a name for itself in our local community.

April 28, 2016

Christmas in April: Buddy’s Bites

By Kelli Filbin

"I will say that the preparation period was incredibly simple and, not to mention, TOTALLY FUN!"

April 27, 2016

Zaytoon’s Hidden Secrets

By Kelli Filbin

"Zaytoon [...] is a hidden Lebanese restaurant that I now pronounce my latest favorite eatery"

April 26, 2016

805 Kabob Does the Job

By Tiffany Velazquez

"Lovin Oven has changed its name! 805 Kabob has opened its doors!"

April 25, 2016

Chocolate Anytime Nests

By Samantha Salazar

"They say that chocolate is good for the heart, so triple chocolate must be good for the soul."

April 21, 2016

Badass Produce on a Budget

By Tara O'Neil

I hope you’re ready to get excited about seasonal produce, because it rocks! Seriously.

April 21, 2016

Not Blown Away at Le Café, Lacking Splendor at Blend Me Tender

By Annie Golay

"...I wish the food was as good as the decor."

April 20, 2016

The Hidden Gem at Camino Real Marketplace

By Shahtaj Khan

"If you’re looking to get away from I.V. and have a bit of a sweet tooth, Anna’s Bakery is the way to go!"

April 18, 2016

Santa Barbara Earth Day Festival Presents: Buena Onda

By Collin McLeod

"My mouth watered as I took in the smells around me: sage, barbeque smoke and a general respect for our planet"

April 14, 2016

Brownie in a Mug

By Kelsey Ferrara

"One recipe that always fills the sugary void in my heart (and stomach) is a microwavable brownie in a mug"

April 14, 2016

Ice Cream Bread

By Matt Garnica

"After watching a short 30-second video, I had to put this recipe to the test."

April 14, 2016

Culinary Confessions of a College Freshman

By Annie Golay

"In the dorms, it is nearly impossible to exert a semblance of creative control over one’s meals. Last Friday, my friends and I sought to defy this assumption by attempting to bake cookies and brownies in the dorms."

April 13, 2016

My Cooking Journey: From Eek to On Fleek

By Cori Sainte Marie

I transferred to UCSB last fall with a set list of things I planned on adjusting to. Some of these things included the quarter system, larger class sizes, meeting new people and living two hours away from my hometown. Ho...

April 12, 2016

Pickles and Swiss’s Crispy Chicken West

By Taylor Sezen

"Located in the Paseo Nuevo shopping center in downtown Santa Barbara along State Street lies Pickles & Swiss"

April 11, 2016

Hit or Miss at the Chinese Food Festival

By Noah Sayres

Jellyfish, Duck Tongue and Chicken Feet, Oh my!

April 7, 2016

Cauliflower and Spinach Curry with Potatoes

By Marisa Ratchford

"So here’s to me saying that it is important for you to branch out of your comfort zone when it comes to your culinary experiences"