Cooking Without a Kitchen

College life is a big change for many, bringing with it independence and responsibilities. One of these newfound tasks is to stay fed. This is something that can seem daunting to many, especially when budgets must be taken into account, but fear not! No matter the budget and regardless of kitchen access, it just takes Read More…

The Freshman Fifteen is NOT Mandatory

For those of you who are unaware, the term freshman fifteen refers to the weight that many individuals gain during their first year of college. This phenomenon is undoubtedly due to the bad food habits that often go with one living on his or her own for the first time, and the stresses that first-year students commonly Read More…

Bring Batteries and Leave Worries Behind

You wouldn’t bring a cell phone or a laptop without a charger, but what about those electronics that don’t have a rechargeable battery? The types and number of batteries you should bring really depends on what electronic devices you use and how often you use them. However, long story short, avoid the hassle of having Read More…

No Oven, No Problem

Craving a delicious dessert but don’t have easy access to an oven or ample time to make something extravagant? Here’s a solution–Blackberry Icebox Cake.  This recipe, from Better Homes & Gardens, is super simple and outrageously delicious! This Blackberry Icebox Cake brings out a strong blackberry flavor in the filling and is complemented by the Read More…

Fine Dining Spotlight: Cento

Sometimes we want to enjoy the finer things in life, but without breaking the bank. And although places like Rare Steakhouse offer some amazing food, it’s a tough sell when the prices for just your meal is $50 – over $100. That’s why it’s time we check out Cento: a fine dining Italian restaurant with some surprisingly affordable Read More…

Hop your way down to HopCat!

So, you’ve been making your way though the list of can’t miss restaurants in Madison. You’ve hit up Ian’s, Dotty’s and The Great Dane. Those are all amazing, but if you if you like great food, great beer, and great atmosphere, then you won’t want to miss HopCat! Here’s why: Crack Fries Landing in the Read More…

Not Enough Hands? Never Again

There are few things worse than dropping everything you have in the shower. The water makes everything wet and slippery and the floors are hard, easy for breaking things. You don’t want to drop your clothes or your towel, you have no idea what’s touched those floors. There’s hardly any room to put shampoo bottles, Read More…

A Dorm Room Necessi-TEA

College can be tiring. College can be stressful. A lot of the time, it’s both. So what can one do when the going gets tough? My answer to this question, as it has been for the longest time, includes a favorite mug, a tea bag or coffee, and a moment of bliss. This would be fully Read More…