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The Guest List: A Book to Die For 

Image and article by Sarah Meiselman Over spring break, I read The Guest List, written by Lucy Foley and released in February 2020. The book is a murder mystery following the discovery of a body at the end of a wedding. The wedding is between the online magazine publisher of The Download, Julia Keegan, and celebrity William Slater, who hosts a survival TV show titled … Continue reading The Guest List: A Book to Die For 

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Arroz Con Dulce: A Rich Dessert with a History Just as Rich

by Sophia Rios Arroz Con Dulce, sweet rice, or rice pudding, has been with the Spanish for centuries; while this dish originated in Spain, the tasty dessert has been transferred all throughout Latin America, with small recipe changes depending on the region. Typically, we will see rice, milk, and sugar. For added flavor, we love to add spices like cinnamon or coconut. For those with … Continue reading Arroz Con Dulce: A Rich Dessert with a History Just as Rich

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“The Menu”: A Meal of a Movie

By Sarah Meiselman Over Winter Break, I saw The Menu at the theater. This movie isn’t a traditional horror comedy, rather, it’s a dark satire that mocks the elites of society and their belief that the world is meant to serve them. The movie takes place at Hawthorn, an exclusive restaurant on an island in the Pacific Northwest. When the movie begins, viewers are introduced … Continue reading “The Menu”: A Meal of a Movie

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Foodie Corner: Arroz Con Gandules Recipe

Written by Sophia Rios and images from Sedanos and The Cutest Little House in Town Arroz Con Gandules Puertorriqueno (Puerto Rican Rice with Pigeon Peas) is a traditional holiday dish that Puerto Ricans usually serve for special occasions. This dish contains a staple of Puerto Rican Cuisine, the aromatic Latin-Caribbean sauce, and sofrito. This recipe will teach you how to perfect the sauce as well as … Continue reading Foodie Corner: Arroz Con Gandules Recipe

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Black Panther: Wakanda Forever — Chadwick Boseman lives forever in our hearts

By Jordan Bartlett Marvel’s Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (Black Panther 2) is an incredible and heart-warming sequel. They recently released it on November 11, 2022. The movie continues on the legacy and stronghold of “T’challa ” that actor (Chadwick Boseman) has left on the Black Panther film and so many people, especially Black and African American people, all around the world. Boseman sadly passed away … Continue reading Black Panther: Wakanda Forever — Chadwick Boseman lives forever in our hearts

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Just Love Cafe: Serving More Than Just Coffee

By Christina Nicholas Coffees, frappes, tea, breakfast, and even more. If you are looking for a new café, this place is just for you. Just Love offers a wide range of coffees and blends. They have specialty roast coffee that you can enjoy in the convenience of your own home, and they incorporate brunch items into their everyday menu. At Just Love, they give you … Continue reading Just Love Cafe: Serving More Than Just Coffee

Tin Lizzy’s Cantina: Not Your Average Cantina

  By Christina Nicholas  Tin Lizzy’s Cantina is a local restaurant that serves Mexican American cuisine. Their food exceeds expectations. Whether you’re looking for a quick bite or a full dinner, Tin Lizzy’s is the place you should be.   Tin Lizzy’s food is out of this world. It serves unique flavors, from Korean BBQ tacos to their choice of skillets. They are not your average … Continue reading Tin Lizzy’s Cantina: Not Your Average Cantina

“Don’t Worry Darling” Movie Review 

By Sarah Meiselman A few weekends ago, I saw the movie “Don’t Worry Darling” in theaters, directed by Olivia Wilde. It stars Florence Pugh as Alice and Harry Styles as Jack and portrays them as a happy couple living in a utopia known as Victory. Victory is a town of identical homes surrounded by a desert, and in the desert is the office where to … Continue reading “Don’t Worry Darling” Movie Review 

Encanto’s Food, Culture, and Trauma

By: Phoenix Rivera Encanto is a whimsical, colorful animated movie produced by Yvett Merino and Clark Spencer and directed by Jared Bush and Byron Howard. The plot line is based around 15-year-old Mirabel Madrigal. Her family, The Madrigals, are a family with many “gifts” that aid around the rural village in early 20th century Colombia. The Madrigal’s magic starts to fade, and gift-less Mirabel is … Continue reading Encanto’s Food, Culture, and Trauma

Book Talk: Six of Crows Review

By: Emily Papleux Six thieves with burdened pasts. A thrilling but deadly Heist. What could possibly go wrong? Find out in Leigh Bardugo’s award winning Six of Crows, where the Grishaverse takes a dark turn in the city Ketterdam. This YA novel ventures into different countries and follows stories of six outsiders that come together (or are black-mailed to come together) to steal from the … Continue reading Book Talk: Six of Crows Review