Graphic by Nate BartonI have to admit I was nervous. My Dad had been caught up in the Seattle WTO riots of 1999, and I knew from his tapes of that day how quickly a peaceful protest could go wrong. I hate large crowds, traffic and parking would be terrible. And with the inclement weather this weekend in Los Angeles, I was full of excuses not to go. It would have been easy for … [Read more...] about Why I Chose to March
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Get Out of Your Comfort Zone With These International Foods
Photos by Hannah ArledgeWhen it comes to food, it's easy to stick with what one knows. But here are six international dishes to try that may make you want to eat with the serving spoon.Kulfi Kulfi is a Northern Indian dessert that requires a slow freezing process to eliminate ice crystal formation and create a dense and creamy texture. Comparable to a popsicle form of gelato, … [Read more...] about Get Out of Your Comfort Zone With These International Foods
Smorgasburg Takes Farmers Markets to Another Level
Photos by Micah LambertInterested in exploring new spots in LA? Why not try Smorgasburg, a new farmers market in downtown LA boasting dozens of exciting local food vendors, artisan crafts and vintage clothing. Created in May 2011 in Williamsburg, New York, Smorgasburg is as a spin-off of the acclaimed Brooklyn Flea Market. Founders Jonathan Butler and Eric Demby expanded to Los … [Read more...] about Smorgasburg Takes Farmers Markets to Another Level
Make LA Your Next Post-Abroad Adventure
Photo by Matt Benton "Welcome back to the real world" is something many students hear from colleagues and family when they come back from abroad. The sudden transition back is sometimes more jarring than the original transition to life abroad, and students hit the ground running with career goals and significantly reduced free time. If abroad was a time that permitted … [Read more...] about Make LA Your Next Post-Abroad Adventure
Sample these Sweet Spots
Photos by Mary Cate Long and Waverly KundysekI am a firm believer that dessert is more than simply a food with a high sugar count; it is food for the soul. A good dessert has the power to make the rainiest day a little sunnier, to make the saddest person a little happier. So while I am all for healthy eating habits, I also believe that every now and then one should not refrain … [Read more...] about Sample these Sweet Spots