Recipes
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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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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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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These thumbprint cookies are a sweet and simple reminder that spring has arrived.
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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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Why not celebrate this holiday with your significant other by having a romantic dinner you cooked together?
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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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This sandwich certainly packs a powerful, flavorful punch and is sure to fill your belly for hours on end.
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The Soup Chronicles: A comprehensive guide to the perfect vegetable soup I moved into my Isla Vista apartment in June 2023 for the summer session after my freshman year. My roommates were only joining...
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Ride through the bike path without crashing
Find a seat at the red couches on the second floor of the library
Sunrise and sunset dip on the same day
Find parking on Del Playa Drive
Drunk for 24 hours
Bagel crawl
First pick at an Arbor muffin in the morning
Participate in a mosh pit at a band show
Finally talk to their class crush
Get an earlier pass time than their friends in GOLD
Graduate
Successfully walk through I.V. without seeing an old hookup
