Monday, June 23

Required Taste: The evolutionary basis behind our snacking habits, cravings

Food has become more than just fuel – alongside nourishing our bodies, it taps into our emotions and can infiltrate our minds. In a country known for its freedom, columnist Zinnia Finn will explore the extent to which American culture is tethered to food and the depths to which we each experience this relationship in everyday life. Read more...

Photo: Comfort food could have origins beyond simple cravings. Professor Janet Tomiyama said our desire for feel-good snacks has evolutionary roots. (Ashley Kenney/Assistant Photo editor)


Restaurant review: Nick the Greek brings authentic Mediterranean flavors to Westwood

Nick the Greek might as well be called Nick the Great. Westwood’s newest addition, Nick the Greek, opened its doors Oct. 8. Originally based in San Jose, the establishment made a strategic expansion to Kinross Avenue – an ideal setting for a modern restaurant catering to young Bruin customers. Read more...

Photo: Nick the Greek opened its doors in Westwood Oct. 8. The Grecian restaurant stays loyal to its roots as the entire menu focuses on souvlaki and gyros. With affordable and delicious options, the restaurant is sure to be a Bruin favorite. (Anika Chakrabarti/Daily Bruin)




Professors 101: His studies are out of this world, but Erik Petigura finds ways to stay grounded

UCLA is home to some of the world’s leading researchers and experts – better known to students as professors. It’s time to tap into the knowledge and wisdom UCLA professors have to offer. Read more...

Photo: Erik Petigura, previously the professor of the popular general education course Astronomy 3: “Nature of Universe,” is now teaching Cluster 70: “Evolution of the Cosmos and Life”, and he said that much of the benefit in teaching non-STEM students a science class lies in the opportunity to increase their science literacy. (Keaton Larson/Daily Bruin)





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