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In a Nutshell: Mint Chocolate Souffle

by Fred Chang and Priscilla Pan May 18, 2014

We realize prom already happened, but this is the last installment of our prom series (and honestly, all of these dishes are great at any time). We took the classic chocolate souffle and infused it with...

How I learned (to hate) to tie a bow tie

by Vivek Bharadwaj, Winged Post Assistant Sports Editor May 18, 2014

Alright, I’ll admit; when my editor assigned me this article to work on, I neither owned nor knew how to tie a bow tie. After I bought one, I decided to keep a running journal of my slow, painful ordeal...

Cookies Rule Everything Around Me, or CREAM, is a popular eatery among Bay Area youth. CREAM's first branch was opened in Berkeley, California in 2010.

CREAM Review

by Tara Parimi, Aquila Co-Copy Editor May 15, 2014

Cookies Rule Everything Around Me, better known as CREAM, is a popular eatery among the youth with branches across the Bay Area. CREAM was first opened in Berkeley, California in 2010 by brothers Jimmy...

Duct tape card holders and wallets are handy if one wants to carry a small amount of money. Follow these instructions to make your own duct tape accessories.

How to Make a duct tape wallet

by Catherine Huang May 14, 2014

Having a duct tape wallet for when you just need a few bills and a card is very convenient. It’s smaller and cheaper than normal wallets and can be customized. Items necessary: For the wallet: 9 7¾...

In a Nutshell: Grilled Steak and Garlic Compound Butter

by Priscilla Pan and Jessica Chang May 6, 2014

Arguably, the sizzle of something hitting a hot pan is the best sound in the world. And arguably, the slowly melting butter glistening over perfectly light brown grill marks is the most satisfying sight...

With fruit, water, and test prep books, students can successfully survive the next few weeks of APs.

AP Survival Guide

by Ayushi Gautam, Aquila Opinion Editor April 29, 2014

As tests and APs loom over campus, many students can find themselves losing their sleep, health, and sanity. With these five tips, any student can survive these exhausting weeks. 1. Hydrate yourself When...

In a Nutshell: Stuffed Mushrooms (Prom Menu Part 2)

by Priscilla Pan and Jessica Chang April 28, 2014

Stuffed mushrooms. Literally mushrooms stuffed with more mushrooms. We literally ripped out its guts, minced them up, and stuffed them back in with some creamy goodness via piping bag. (By the way, mushrooms...

In a Nutshell: Bruschetta (Prom Menu part 1)

by Priscilla Pan and Fred Chang April 21, 2014

Behold, part one of our prom menu (see the sneak peak here), the appetizer. Bread is the perfect start to any number-course dinner, especially crispy bread in the form of bruschetta, topped with a generous...

Samartime

by Samar Malik, Winged Post Lifestyle Editor April 21, 2014

When I step on the treadmill or approach the squat rack, I don’t imagine an aesthetically pleasing physique when seeking motivation. I imagine me as my fittest self: healthy, active, strong. I work...

D.I.Y. Nail Art

D.I.Y. Nail Art

by Riya Godbole, Aquila Lifestyle Editor April 21, 2014

The nail art craze does not seem to be disappearing anytime soon, spotted at countless runways at New York Fashion Week. Embellish your fingernails for the spring with darling flowers, delectable strawberries,...

Healthy Lunch Options

Healthy Lunch Options

by Priscilla Pan and Lavinia Ding April 15, 2014

Sometimes having so many lunch options can be extremely tempting, especially if you’re trying to stick to a specific diet. We’ve surveyed lunch options and have found the healthiest cafeteria meals...

Online Shopping

Online Shopping

by Mercedes Chien and Arthi Iyer April 15, 2014

Online shopping is quickly becoming a convenient, time-effective alternative to in-store shopping for consumers over the past decade. As an entry level employee at Forever 21, Deepa Gupta notes the popularity...

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