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Try snacking on a handful of almonds between meals. Photo credit: Christina Saschin

Readers, Digest: Brain food for finals

Christina Saschin // December 15, 2014
Put the coffee down and munch on some healthy snacks to give you sustained energy for finals.
Molly Rzepecki makes pulled pork sandwiches at 1078 Gallery for its December Mixed Media Mixer event Sunday. Photo credit: Christina Saschin

Local sisters cater to therapeutic food needs

Christina Saschin // December 12, 2014
TherapEATic Catering, founded and maintained by two local sisters, turned 1 year old this November.
A holiday pasta dish with kale and tomato. Photo credit: Christina Saschin

Readers, Digest: Holiday pasta

Christina Saschin // December 8, 2014
Not sure when to use kale? Try cooking some noodles and adding kale and tomatoes to create a festive dinner dish.
Chicken goat cheese tacos Photo credit: Christina Saschin

Readers, Digest: Chicken goat cheese tacos

Christina Saschin // December 1, 2014
These tacos are easy to make for lunch or dinner, and are perfect for busy college students prepping for finals.
When shopping for a discount Thanksgiving dinner at Safeway, students can use their rewards cards for deals on stuffing and bread rolls. Photo credit: Christina Saschin

Readers, Digest: Discount Thanksgiving

Christina Saschin // November 25, 2014
The Orion compared prices at Safeway, Raley's, Wal-Mart and Save Mart to find out where students can get the best deals for a quick and affordable Thanksgiving dinner away from home.
Pumpkin cookies fresh out of the oven Photo credit: Christina Saschin

Readers, Digest: Pumpkin Cookies

Christina Saschin // November 17, 2014
Add pumpkin puree to your favorite sugar cookie mix for this fall-themed treat.
Goat Cheese Apple Tarts, a delicious treat inspired by The Hunger Games. Photo credit: Christina Saschin

Readers, Digest: ‘The Hunger Games’ Goat Cheese Apple Tarts

Christina Saschin // November 10, 2014
Can't wait for the "Mockingjay" premiere? Try these deliciously sweet and filling tarts to get in the spirit of "The Hunger Games."
A Red pizza from Grana, a wood-fired foods restaurant downtown. Photo credit: Christina Saschin

Readers, Digest: Grana offers simple yet delicious pizza

Christina Saschin // November 7, 2014
Tucked away at the edge of downtown, Grana is a great dinner option for those who enjoy wood-fired Italian food and wine.
Homemade Scotch eggs Photo credit: Christina Saschin

Readers, Digest: Scotch eggs

Christina Saschin // November 3, 2014
You can make this English breakfast dish at home, cup of tea optional.
A regular burrito with chicken from Bulldog Taqueria on West 2nd Street. Photo credit: Christina Saschin

Readers, Digest: Bulldog Taqueria has quick service, juicy burritos

Christina Saschin // October 29, 2014
The Orion sampled some local Mexican grill at the restaurant's new location downtown.
A DIY pumpkin spice latte. Photo credit: Christina Saschin

Readers, Digest: DIY pumpkin spice latte

Christina Saschin // October 27, 2014
Pumpkin spice lattes are all the rage during fall. Here is how you can make one yourself and save some money.
Berry and Banana Pancakes with a Café Latte and syrup at Sin of Cortez. Photo credit: Christina Saschin

Readers, Digest: Sin of Cortez offers fresh food, family feel

Christina Saschin // October 22, 2014
The Orion checks out Sin of Cortez, a quaint breakfast and lunch restaurant two miles from campus.
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