Recipes

Spanish Queen olive-basil pizza

July 31, 2025 by

My family has been obsessed with pizza since long before we came to this country. As a little girl, my mom often made Indian-style pizza with paneer, Amul cheese and a sizzling mix of Indian spices. W...
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Oh-so-good onion pasta

July 17, 2025 by

For maximum enjoyment, and especially if you haven’t seen “Holes,” I suggest you cook this recipe with your family and settle down for a whimsical summer evening of sweet onions and surreal stor...
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Back to our roots: Fijian fish suruwa

May 22, 2025 by and

We love this dish for many reasons; not only does it bring us closer together and foster a sense of community, but it also allows us to take pride in our unique culture by sharing traditions we value ...
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From Mom’s kitchen to mine: A tribute to the people who feed us

May 15, 2025 by

In honor of Mother’s Day, I thought it would be appropriate to give my own mother a shoutout, along with her food.
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Savoring Cinco de Mayo

May 8, 2025 by

In remembrance of the prolonged fight against colonialism in Central America, here are a few Aztecan-inspired salsas to incorporate into your Cinco de Mayo dishes this year.
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Sweeten your spring with thumbprint cookies

May 8, 2025 by

These thumbprint cookies are a sweet and simple reminder that spring has arrived.
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Creole calas: honoring the legacy of African diasporas

May 1, 2025 by

These rice fritters carry the rich culinary legacy of the African diaspora, telling a story of survival and how culture remains to persist despite attempts of erasure.
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Recovering like a pro: food, drinks and remedies after a party weekend

April 15, 2025 by

Whether you’re still recovering from Deltopia or know you’re going to be taking on similar adventures in the future, use this article to help guide your recovery to get back on your feet more quic...
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In Review: KOZY Coffee enters a new era with new syrups and flavors

March 7, 2025 by

One of Isla Vista’s staples found on the corner of Pardall, KOZY Coffee recently made the switch from Monin syrups to house made syrups, elevating the quality and taste of their drinks.
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Much ado about mushrooms

February 27, 2025 by

While mushrooms may seem intimidating and strange with their unusual shapes, colors and textures, I encourage you to give them a try. You just might be pleasantly surprised.
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Brighten up your winters with mandarin cake

February 20, 2025 by

Brighten up your winters with mandarin cake  As the chill of winter settles in, nature offers a burst of sunshine in the form of citrus. While much of the produce aisle leans toward hearty root veget...
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Jave: the best breakfast you’ll have

February 20, 2025 by

Every weekend that I visit home, a couple things are certain: one, I’ll be forcefully woken by 9 a.m. no matter how many movies were watched the night before, and two, jave will be served for breakf...
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Chocolate covered strawberries: sharing your love this Valentine’s Day

February 13, 2025 by

This is how I was taught love — as something to be shared, filling hearts and bellies alike, the kind of contentment you feel when someone you adore enjoys their favorite foods, feeling full just wa...
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Dinner for Two: A Valentine’s Day Cooking Adventure

February 13, 2025 by

Why not celebrate this holiday with your significant other by having a romantic dinner you cooked together? 
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The only vegan mac and cheese you’ll ever need (and actually want to eat)

February 4, 2025 by

In light (or should I say dark) of the cold Isla Vista nights, there comes a time when you have to stop ordering takeout and dive into a new recipe. This hearty pasta dish will leave you more than sat...
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