“Christmas isn’t about presents,” never sat well with me. Even as a 7-year-old with dreams of PlayStations dancing in my head, I recognized that, sure, Christmas isn’t all about presents,…
Advent Conspiracy
Every year you think, “I’m not going to get stressed out about Christmas and buying gifts,” but then the 20th of December hits, and suddenly it’s panic city. Your coworker got…
Happy Holidays, PSU
Another year gone! November is retiring and December is at our doorsteps. By now we’ve begun to bundle up and don our scarves and sweaters to beat winter’s chill. As…
Make-Ahead Mason Jar Holiday for Two
Mason jars are the miracle of busy cooks. They’re cheap, easy to clean and can go from freezer to oven and straight to the table. They make elegant serving dishes…
It’s a Wrap!
Wrapping presents is a big part of the holidays, whether people like it or not. For college students, it’s not usually the highest priority in our three week break, but…
Cooking for everyone during the holidays
Living in Portland, I’m sure we’ve all met our fair share of vegetarians, vegans, celiacs, etc. After all, Portland was voted the second most vegan-friendly city in the country this…
DIY Holiday Decorations
Whether you’re living in a dorm, at home with family or elsewhere, it’s hard to get in the holiday spirit without the right decorations. Shopping for decorations can be fun,…
Kringle jingles
By now you’ve probably heard a Christmas song or two playing overhead on a grocery store trip. The typical bland covers of classic holiday standards you’ll find at Safeway or…
This Ain’t Your Momma’s Christmas Movie List
God knows how many hours I’ve spent stuck on the couch watching A Christmas Story, Planes, Trains and Automobiles and How the Grinch Stole Christmas with my family throughout the…
Potato Latkes with Dill and Garlic
Latkes, otherwise known as potato pancakes, are a delicious holiday treat renowned for their soft centers, crunchy exteriors and for being delivery mechanisms for a wide variety of toppings. With…
Affordable Holiday Cocktails
The year-end holidays are a wonderful time when we have the opportunity to celebrate the things and people that are important in our lives. It’s one of the only times…