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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.
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.
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.
Sweet potato grits Photo credit: Christina Saschin

Readers, Digest: Sweet potato grits

Christina Saschin
October 13, 2014
These sweet potato grits are country-inspired and can be eaten for breakfast or as a side dish.
Alexander Madrid, a server at Upper Crust Bakery, pours some soup for a customer. Photo credit: Christina Saschin

Readers, Digest: Fall meal picks

Christina Saschin
October 11, 2014
The fall season brings with it comfort food and recipes using the season's produce. The Orion offers its top choices for scrumptious fall dishes in Chico.
Chicken casserole dinner with rice. Photo credit: Christina Saschin

Readers, Digest: Hummus-crusted chicken

Christina Saschin
September 29, 2014
If you're looking for a hearty, complete dinner meal, cook up some rice, pop open the oven and bake chicken breasts with zucchini and yellow squash.
Chico State alumnae Melissa Oji and Samantha Fernandez, catch up over coffee at Naked Lounge. Photo credit: Christina Saschin

Readers, Digest: Favorite fall drinks

Christina Saschin
September 24, 2014
Autumn officially returned this week. Check out The Orion's picks for best places to bring fall to your taste buds.
WRECing balls are a great post-workout treat. Photo credit: Christina Saschin

Readers, Digest: WRECing Balls

Christina Saschin
September 22, 2014
Looking for a post-workout energy source? These WRECing balls are filled with quick-acting sugar, fiber and protein to hold you over until you eat a more substantial post-workout meal or snack.
Students can use their Wildcat ID to get great deals at restaurants in Chico. Willie the Wildcat illustration courtesy Chico State Photo credit: Christina Saschin

Readers, Digest: Student meal deals

Christina Saschin
September 19, 2014
The Orion offers its picks for top student food specials in Chico.
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