Arigatō, Café Dulce!


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★★★★★ This week, in the heart of Little Tokyo, Los Angeles, I explored a local favorite, Café Dulce. I tasted a variety of the donuts they have to offer, all of which found a special place in my heart. Because it is located in the Japanese Village Plaza, the little shop is surrounded by authentic […]

Eight Starbucks “secret” recipes to savor before the semester ends


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With only about six weeks left (seriously, how fast has time flown though?!) before classes officially end on Dec. 4, things have been getting extra busy; coursework has been piling up, midterms are in full force and thousand-word documents have been typed up on our laptops. Many of us have probably been pulling all-nighters to […]

Feel on top of the world at these L.A. rooftop restaurants


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The City of Angels can best be seen from up above and what’s a better way to spend a Friday night than sharing a meal (or a cocktail) with your friends with the luminescent backdrop of Los Angeles skyline? Here are some of the best spots where you can enjoy a meal with a view. […]

Combat your hangry self with these low-calorie midnight snacks


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It’s important to munch on snacks during late night study sessions, because your body needs the fuel to keep it going. Yet, it is easy to pick up all the unhealthy things when you are stress eating. Here are five low-calorie snacks that you shouldn’t feel guilty about eating.     Apple slices and nut butter. Slice […]

Five ice blended ideas for a sunny Angelino day


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    Carrot & Orange Juice  – ¼ cup of cold water – ¾ cup of orange juice (freshly squeezed if you want) – ½ cup of baby carrots – 2 teaspoon – 1 tablespoon of brown sugar – Some ice for serving (optional) Combine all ingredients together and blend on low speed until everything is well […]

A hard pill to swallow: The deleterious side effects of dietary supplements


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Packaged in colorful little bottles plastered with claims of “scientifically proven” benefits, dietary supplements are flying off the shelves and into the stomachs of health-conscious Americans. Replacing their dubious predecessors of magic weight loss pills and miraculous appetite suppressants, dietary supplements like vitamins and mineral pills have been welcomed as a more scientific and trustworthy […]

Avocado love: Five recipes to quench your obsession


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Ladies and gentlemen, I would like to introduce you to my scrumptious soulmate: the avocado. Yes, avocados are very much part of the green health craze that I previously discussed, but they also hold a place near and dear to my heart. Not only are they powerhouses packed full of 20 nutrients, including potassium and Vitamin […]

Best brunch-beach combos during study breaks


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There’s no better way to enjoy a day of California sunshine than brunch on a beach. Whether you’re in the mood for something sweet or savory, here are the best spots to enjoy a meal and study break before you head out to the water.   Malibu – Malibu Farm   Malibu is a little […]

Seven things from Trader Joe’s you need in your life


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Peanut Butter Chewy Coated and Drizzled Granola Bars If you’re a fan of nuts, you must try these bars. They have been my go-to breakfast for days when I just didn’t have the time to go to the dining hall. They are filling as well as tasty — it’s like having dessert every time you […]