Owner of Calabasas Coffee House, Ian Metrose, greets a customer as they enter the coffee shop Sept. 24. Metrose said his goal in opening the shop has always been to build a community. Photos by Amanda Monahan After moving to town a few years ago, Calabasas local Ian Metrose said he felt something was missing — community. This desire to build community led to the opening of … [Read more...] about Calabasas Coffee House Brews Community
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Sippin’ Sustainably or Soaked in Regret? Starbucks’ New Cups Stir Debate
Starbucks’ latest eco-friendly move is leaving a bitter taste — not in the coffee, but in the cups. On Feb. 11, Starbucks rolled out their new compostable drinkware and Pepperdine students said they have mixed emotions on the new cups. “I honestly hate the new cups,” said Annabelle Gentling, first-year student. This initiative, which applies to 14 out of the 50 states … [Read more...] about Sippin’ Sustainably or Soaked in Regret? Starbucks’ New Cups Stir Debate
Keepin’ Malibu Caffeinated: The Best Coffee Shops in Malibu for Your Next Coffee Date
College students need coffee. With long lectures, all-nighters and 8 a.m. classes, Seaver undergraduates can be spotted crowding the Starbucks line every morning. While Seaver's campus is home to convenient coffee options such as Starbucks and Waves Cafe, there are numerous off-campus spots nearby that not only serve delicious beverages, but also provide student … [Read more...] about Keepin’ Malibu Caffeinated: The Best Coffee Shops in Malibu for Your Next Coffee Date
Harucake: Meet College Cravings One Place at a Time
Located in Mid-Wilshire, Los Angeles, roughly one hour away from Pepperdine, sits Harucake Cafe. The cafe resides in a small nook with calming colors and welcoming decorum. From its soft opening in August 2023 with an exuberant menu of cakes and drinks, Harucake has grown to be a popular spot among the community. Harucake is a South Korean cafe that brings in a … [Read more...] about Harucake: Meet College Cravings One Place at a Time
Good News: It’s Never Too Late to Reconnect with Family
Growing up, every holiday took place at my grandparents' house in Stockton, Calif. — halfway between my house and my cousins' house.The drive from my hometown to my cousins' is roughly three hours, but with busy sports and work schedules, this drive was almost never made. This left Thanksgiving and Christmas to be the only times our family was reunited. Yet, this all … [Read more...] about Good News: It’s Never Too Late to Reconnect with Family