On the Menu

It’s Just So “Pho”king Good

May 2, 2012 by

The first week of my freshman year, when I was already unimpressed with the food at Portola, my friend introduced me to a hole-in-the-wall gem of a restaurant: Saigon Noodle House. Today, I am five we...
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The Hangover Cure

April 18, 2012 by

You go out frolicking with your friends down DP, have a few drinks, enjoy the night, wake up the next morning and realize you had a few more drinks than you thought. Your head is pounding and your sto...
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Heatin’ Up But Not Quite On Fire

April 18, 2012 by

While BBQing may be reserved for summer in most parts of the U.S., the California sun in the middle of April means it’s time to break out the grill. For those of you chosen amongst your friends to b...
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Hungry Gaucho

April 18, 2012 by

After a long weekend of debauch- ery, I’m lucky to roll out of bed by noon on Sunday, so you can imagine this Hungry Gaucho’s delight at finding a mouth-water- ing midday meal to cure a pounding h...
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Açaí Berries: Good for the Body, Good for the Soul

April 4, 2012 by

Southern California is known for its trendsetting habits, and food is no exception. This latest culinary find is the açaí berry. Well, actually, it’s the coldest trend, because Backyard Bowls in G...
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Starting Fresh in Spring

April 4, 2012 by

Do you suddenly find yourself craving fresh salads with the turn of spring? Well, so do I, and that’s where my affinity for the Savoy Café & Deli comes in. This local hole-in-the-wall is a rare...
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Chocolate Dipped

February 8, 2012 by

Looking for some sugar this Valentine’s Day? Whether you are lucky in love or single and ready to mingle, chocolate-dipped delicacies are the romantic remedy for any sweet tooth. The perfect celebra...
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Say I Love You With Sushi

February 8, 2012 by

Nothing quite says “I love you” like sushi. No honestly, let me explain. If a guy is willing to burn a small hole in his wallet watching me delight over miniature portions of sashimi, to me, that...
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Make Me Blush

February 8, 2012 by

If you’re planning to clink glasses with your significant other this Valentine’s Day, you should reserve a love seat at Blush Restaurant and Lounge. Set in the heart of beautiful downtown Santa Ba...
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Getting Fishy

January 25, 2012 by

For the Brave: For the courageous souls looking to expand their culinary expertise past Top Ramen and Pizza Rolls, head down to the harbor for some good, old-fashioned seafood shopping. The Santa Barb...
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Cheers to the New Year!

January 11, 2012 by

With the start of 2012 comes all of our new year’s resolutions … work out more, quit smoking, spend more time with family and friends, find a job. This list also includes a few food-related goals:...
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Celebrate Hanukkah Right: Latkes and Vodka

November 16, 2011 by

Although Thanksgiving is right around the corner, winter break is a near glimmer in the future, and students are anxiously anticipating the heart of the holiday season this December. While the vast ma...
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Unwrapping Tamales this Christmas

November 16, 2011 by

Christmas in Southern California isn’t like a Target holiday commercial. Excitement over winter swells outweighs hopes for snow, scarves are a fashion statement rather than a necessity and stop-and-...
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The Cold Springs Tavern

November 16, 2011 by

“Enter ye who hunger for a little cheer and something more.”   Upon stepping into The Cold Springs Tavern, you are greeted by a candle-lit interior and hearty fireplace. Four square wooden ro...
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Pumpkin Pandemonium

October 19, 2011 by

October. For UCSB students, it is a month of play along the Pacific, panic over ParScores and of course, plenty of parties. But it seems one more iconic addition is missing in this autumnal alliterati...
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