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…
Category: Unit 3
You NEED To Bring A Portable Charger To College
We’ve all been there – plowing away at a term paper, vigorously scrolling away at social media or quickly spiraling down a black hole of viral videos when suddenly, our device dies. Nothing kills the mood more than a dead battery. That is why it has become absolutely essential to carry a portable charger around. 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…
One Fish, Two Fish, Raw Fish…. Red Sushi
Gordons Dining Hall is good and all but sometimes there is a need for change or a slightly more romantic date spot than the booths next to the Flamingo Market. Although this spot is slightly more expensive than a meal swipe on the WisCard it truly will not disappoint you or your lucky date. Red 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…