With summer just on the horizon, many will be heading to the ice cream aisle. Perhaps you already have a favorite or want to try something new. Whichever one you choose all depends on you (and your personality). Strawberry Photo...

Snacks are an essential component of the college experience. Whether you have a stash of  Oreos and popcorn or yogurt and almonds in your dorm, I can almost guarantee every college student has their...

At this point in the semester, most of my friends are either dangerously close to running out of dine-in dollars or have more money than they know what to do with. I’m somewhere in the middle with around...

Almost every day, I pass by The Ballroom at Spider House on 29th St. Under the light bulb-rimmed sign that reads “BALLROOM” are the words “Bar and Cafe; Come on in.” I was intrigued by the seeming...

Matcha is a powder made from crushed up green tea leaves added to milk or water to make a caffeinated, earthy cup of happiness. Besides being a great alternative to coffee, matcha contains antioxidants...

We are all at the age where traveling alone is the desirable and adventurous option, with students venturing on their first solo travels around the world. It all seems overwhelming at first, with no parent...

I don’t know about y’all, but I’ve been itching for a new coffee place in West Campus. I love Lucky Lab and Starbucks as much as any UT student, but they’re tried and true. I’m ready for something...

Sometimes, it feels like caffeine is a must in college, especially during midterm season. However, it can be hard to find drinks that don’t taste like coffee. I cannot stand the bitterness of coffee,...

Gong Cha Photo By Matilda Herrera Ramirez Due to its proximity and fun flavors, Gong Cha is a UT campus fan favorite and one of the fastest-growing tea brands with over 1,000+ stores internationally....

Chocolate chip cookies are a classic dessert. I’ve never met someone who genuinely did not like them. I’ve made chocolate chip cookies at least once a month since I was about 9. I love them. I used...

Nothing screams “I’ve got my life together” more than brewing yourself a good cup of tea, but often, tea is seen as the lesser cousin of the venerable coffee. This article is a local tea aficionado’s...

Austin has many unique restaurants to choose from, but for a picky eater like me, it’s often hard to find food I love. Instead of always just eating fast food, here are some restaurants near campus...