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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...

Jamba Juice secret menu drinks

by Anokhi Saklecha and Shannon Su April 8, 2014

Jamba Juice, a popular local smoothie company, offers a variety of drink flavors ranging from Banana Berry to Peach Pleasure. However, as many people might not know, Jamba Juice also has a secret menu,...

Hong’s Gourmet Chinese Restaurant- 4/5 stars

Hong’s Gourmet Chinese Restaurant- 4/5 stars

by Kshithija Mulam April 3, 2014

Located next to the famed La Fondue, Hong’s Gourmet appears miniscule from its location partially hidden from the road . The restaurant makes up for its cramped appearance with friendly service and excellent...

Blueberries are a common superfood that many enjoy. A common way to consume this food is simply by itself, or in a healthy smoothie or fruit salad.

Popular superfoods on the rise

by Alexis Gauba April 2, 2014

Recently superfoods have been becoming popular amongst consumers. According to the Oxford English Dictionary, superfoods are foods considered especially nutritious or otherwise beneficial to health and...

Koi Mil Gaya is a tale of odd friendships and unexpected love in Bollywood style. (Filmkraft Productions)

The Perfect Remedy for Rainy Day Blues

by Ayushi Gautam, Aquila Opinion Editor April 2, 2014

As rain drops pitter and patter, people may begin to feel lazy, gloomy. Bollywood movies make rainy day blues disappear with over-the-top dance numbers and a plethora of romance. Here is a list of the...

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