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The Taste of Gratitude
Written by Hannah Sazon As the season of thanks rolls around, I’ve been thinking about how food plays such a big role in our cultures. It’s one of the first ways we learn love and care, even before realizing it. In my own life, gratitude has always shown up through the dishes that remind me of the people who raised me and the memories that come with them. It doesn’t always have to be an extravagant meal; what matters is the comfort and memories tied to it. Here are a few examples of what make up the taste of gratitude in my life. 1. Filipino Red Hot Dogs with Cheese…
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Comfort on a Plate: My Top Comfort Meals
Written by: Angelina Ng There are plenty of days when the weather is gloomy and I am feeling down. With midterms season creeping around the corner, academic stress can surely affect the way I feel. When there are times that feel difficult to get through, a main solution for me is food. I make or pick up these delicious meals to munch on during the gloomy days. It gives me an extra push or motivation, or can ease my stress. Here are my favorite mood-boosting foods that you should try! 1. Beef Pho For colder or rainy weather, nothing tastes better than warm broth and noodles. The steaming broth infused…
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How to Get Out of a Funk
Written by Hannah Sazon As midterm season rolls around, I know how easy it can be to get stuck in a funk, especially when your plate is as full as mine. Juggling classes, a job, and multiple leadership positions doesn’t make it easier. I’ve had nights where I’m staying up at ungodly hours to cram for an exam or sometimes sitting on the third floor of Morris Library, just staring at my MacBook. It’s not always about studying, though, as there are times I hit creative burnout from making graphics for AAPC or choreographing for my dance team. It’s exhausting, but over the years, I’ve found ways to reset, recharge,…
