On the Menu

A Bite from the Editors

September 25, 2014 by and

On The Menu co-editors share their views on food and life.
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On the Menu Goes On the Road

July 22, 2014 by

On The Menu Editor Allison Wright chronicles her delicious backpacking travels.
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Wok on the Wild Side

January 22, 2014 by

You want wild? Say hello to Wok on the Wild Side, Isla Vista’s only Chinese restaurant that opened just last Wednesday and features Sichuan-style food, a regional Chinese cuisine internationally kno...
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Buddha Bowls: A Welcome Addition to the I.V. Food Court

October 30, 2013 by and

From melons to mushrooms, BBQ chicken to volcanic cinnamon bread, Buddha Bowls brings a new set of flavors to Isla Vista — and makes us wonder why we haven’t been eating pizza out of a bowl until ...
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Peace, Love and Simplicity

October 16, 2013 by

The first weekend of October marked the 27th annual California Avocado Festival toting the motto, “Peace, love, and guacamole.”
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Avocado Appreciation

October 16, 2013 by

In honor of this delectable treat, the coastal region of Carpinteria has been hosting a festival for all things avocado. This year, on Oct. 4-6 the California Avocado Festival hosted their 27th annual...
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Getting Your Italian On

October 2, 2013 by

Isla Vista’s newest eatery, Sorriso Italiano, is looking to serve up local residents and UCSB students with the heartiest, most authentic Italian food possible.
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On The Menu Takes on Russia

September 26, 2013 by

"This weekend, I said Checkmate to Russia. She met me with a cold, unforgiving exterior; with unrequited smiles and the smell of spilled vodka."
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The Red Pepper

March 6, 2013 by

As an Asian from Los Angeles, the capital of award-winning Asian food, my first goal when I moved to Santa Barbara was to find a decent Asian restaurant that I could call my home away from home. It’...
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A Glossary of Asian Cuisine

March 6, 2013 by

I’m just going to say it: Asian food can be intimidating to the English speaker. Knowing your “nori” from your “nigiri” will let you get creative with your ordering and g...
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Radical Ramen

March 6, 2013 by

RADICAL RAMEN: Instant ramen is a finals week staple for most college kids. It’s quick, easy and tastes decent (as long as you don’t look at the ingredients). It’s also pretty damn boring. Howev...
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Your Little Co-op by the Sea

February 20, 2013 by

The Santa Barbara culinary scene is heavily influenced by trends of eating organic and local food and Isla Vista is no exception. The closest food vendor providing organic and eco-friendly options is ...
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Kickin’ it with the Kaptain

February 6, 2013 by

As Winter Quarter got underway, I found myself getting distracted on my daily bike ride down Pardall to class. Upon passing by the Study Hall, my mouth would spontaneously start to water, I’d get a ...
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Yo’ Mama Was Wrong

January 23, 2013 by

Myth: It is necessary to drink eight glasses of water a day. Fact: The “eight glasses a day” rule shouldn’t be seen as a hard and steadfast rule but rather a general guideline. Don’t forget t...
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Keeping Out of the Cold with Comfort Food

January 9, 2013 by

Championship Chili Admit it: Chili is awesome. Despite however many different competitions there are for chili and the elitist chili zealots present at the cook-offs, chili is really quite a simple co...
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