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Eric Burdon is no stranger to rock n’ roll; nor are his fans. After all, he was a member of The Animals — yes, those Animals who gave the world the classic “House of the Rising Sun.” Since that time, Burdon has continued to release albums during his impressive solo career. His latest, ‘Til Your […]

Fun facts: 1) Valentine’s Day was originally known as “The Feast of St. Valentine.” 2) Valentine’s Day was not associated with romantic love until Chaucer got his grubby paws on it at some point in the late fourteenth century. So, in the spirit of reclaiming the day, I’m here to discuss the importance of eating with […]

February is commonly associated with its shorter month, Leap Year, and of course, Valentine’s Day. However, February is a festive season filled with various other notable celebrations and events as well. For example, February is Black History Month. In addition, Mardi Gras, the Superbowl, and the more obscure celebration of Groundhog Day falls in February […]

Sometimes the hardest part about going completely Paleo is going out to eat with friends. However, for me, an outing stimulates the creative juices for a new recipe. This Paleo chocolate-nut shake was an aftermath of a Sugar Daddies jaunt this weekend. Sugar Daddies, located at 113 E. Street, in Downtown Davis is a locally-owned […]

When people think of the word Barbie, it’s natural to envision a tall, blonde doll covered in pink and chalked up with all sorts of blame and negative connotation. Barbie dolls have long been accused of instilling a false image of beauty to young girls all around the world, linking Barbie dolls to low self-esteem […]

Local chefs are getting saucy this Valentine’s Day, and couples looking to get in on the action should make their reservations soon. The Mustard Seed is already nearly booked for its annual “Enhance Your Romance Dinner” next Thursday. Diners pay $69 for four courses — four very sensually-described courses. Greens are “caressed” with vinaigrette, “embracing” […]

Now that the Super Bowl is over, I can finally start thinking about midterms. All of mine are starting this week so, it’s time to buckle down and study. During these times, studying takes priority over cooking every day. Normally, in order to make it easier on myself I just eat Chipotle every night because […]

The film begins with a small heading on a black screen, “September 11, 2001.” Slowly, we hear hauntingly familiar audio transmissions wash over the dark theater. Desperate employees call from inside the towers,  bewildered police dispatchers giving false reassurance, air traffic controllers and news reporters all struggle to make sense of an unfolding situation. This […]

My Bloody Valentine released their second album, Loveless, on the same day my roommate was born. In the same amount of time it takes someone to go from the womb to college graduation, My Bloody Valentine has been working on their third album, m b v, which was surprise-released on their website last weekend. Guitarist […]

My entire life, I’ve been told that my hair is “nice.” It’s relatively straight, smooth and tame, and while it’s definitely extremely easy to tend, I find it slightly bland. I really should not be complaining though, considering I fully take advantage of the fact that I am able to just shampoo, run my fingers […]

My ideal self — the one who exercises a modicum of self control in the face of a Trader Joe’s sale on Gouda — indulges only in grass-fed beef, free-range chicken eggs and locally sourced milk in reusable glass containers. I do not object to the consumption of meat or animal products. Rather, I object […]

If there’s one thing that Davis has no shortage of, it’s Indian restaurants. However, Preethi Indian Cuisine, one of the newest additions, is a little different. While the restaurant serves the typical variety of Indian food that most people are accustomed to, it also has a selection of South Indian specialties, like dosas. Nanda K […]