BY SHREYA AIYAR Bruin contributor [email protected] A line stretches out of the door of a dim, chandelier-lit restaurant, where an assembly line of chefs expertly tosses pizza dough and tops the pies with colorful vegetables, chunky tomato sauce and assorted meats according to each customer’s preference. Read more...
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October 16, 12:00 am
UCLA alumnus balances wildlife themes in book ‘Humans Need Three Hands’
When asked to provide an author headshot for his new book, “Humans Need Three Hands,” park ranger-turned-author Jaya Drats refused. “A regular, serious author shot is opposed to what the whole book is about,” said Drats, a 1987 UCLA alumnus. Read more...
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October 15, 12:39 am
Tiffany Ma garners following on YouTube for beauty reviews
Tiffany Ma has made the world just a little less orange. Ma reviews items sent to her by fashion companies like Nine West for her YouTube channel. Read more...
Photo: Third-year business economics student Tiffany Ma reviews beauty items sent by companies and sponsors and offers advice to viewers through her YouTube channel. Garnering almost 47,000 subscribers, Ma was recently featured in Seventeen magazine as a “College MVP” and works with them as an advice columnist.
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October 15, 12:00 am
The Veg Heads: Two Sawtelle spots with healthy, vegetable-laden ramen
Lined with crowds clamoring for their regular fix of Japanese food and merchandise, Sawtelle Boulevard is home to countless restaurants that specialize in quality Asian cuisine. Read more...
Photo: Chabuya’s miso ramen is made from vegetable-based broth, served with fresh vegetables and topped with garlic flakes.
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October 10, 12:33 am
Cutting out the crewneck: Fall fashion alternatives
As the weather begins to cool down, many students begin to ditch their summer wardrobe for more fall-appropriate clothing. One item that becomes popular during the fall season on UCLA’s campus is the basic crewneck sweatshirt – whether it’s plain or UCLA embroidered, most students on campus have one in their closet. Read more...
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October 8, 12:00 am
Food Review: Nirvana Tea Lounge
In the everyday hustle and bustle of Westwood, it only seems appropriate that the Westwood Wellness Center would introduce a getaway to some tranquility with its recently opened Nirvana Tea Lounge. Read more...
Photo: The Westwood Wellness Center’s Nirvana Tea Lounge officially opened its doors on Labor Day.
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October 7, 12:27 am
The Veg Heads: Settling a falafel feud
Falafel is usually a welcome option on any menu for vegans and vegetarians. The small, fried and often delicious balls of chickpeas, onion and parsley are a common staple in many Middle Eastern cuisines. Read more...