Lilly Lew

Weekend Getaway in Houston!

In mid-February 2020, I visited my best friends from college and we had one of the sweetest reunions at their new home in Houston. During the long weekend, we explored several local attractions and sampled exquisite bites along the way. Day 1 Gourmet dinner at home I flew from Los Angeles and arrived in HoustonContinue reading “Weekend Getaway in Houston!”

Community Gem: Isla Vista Food Cooperative

The Isla Vista Food Co-op is a community owned market that is open to the public. This community gem carries so many locally sourced produce and eco-friendly products at affordable prices. As an owner, I know I’m contributing to an organization that promotes, farm-to-table, organic/fair trade products, sustainability, and educational programming. The IV Food Co-opContinue reading “Community Gem: Isla Vista Food Cooperative”

The Andersen’s Danish Bakery & Restaurant

Located in the historic La Arcada Plaza on State Street, Santa Barbara, The Andersen’s Danish Restaurant and Bakery has served diners authentic Danish cuisine for over 40 years. Seating is available outdoors, where you could savor the bakery items while enjoying the pleasant Santa Barbara weather, or indoors where you will be dazzled by theContinue reading “The Andersen’s Danish Bakery & Restaurant”

Q&A: Exploring the Local Food and Mixology Scene with Erik Bell

A seasoned local guide provides the insider perspective of the culinary and mixology culture in downtown Santa Barbara. Erik Bell is a music specialist at the English Broadside Ballad Archive at the University of California, Santa Barbara. In this interview, he shared about his passion for the local food and cocktails. What brought you toContinue reading “Q&A: Exploring the Local Food and Mixology Scene with Erik Bell”

Q&A: Life as a Graduate Student with Lilly Lew

Recent graduate student speaks about her educational journey at the University of California, Santa Barbara and offers advice to incoming students. By: Christine Hsu | August 3, 2021 Lilly Lew recently graduated with a Ph.D. from the Department of Education at The Gevirtz School. Her passion for research, her love for Santa Barbara, and commitmentContinue reading “Q&A: Life as a Graduate Student with Lilly Lew”

Healthy Treats: Cajé

I discovered Cajé in Isla Vista when I was a teaching assistant for the Freshmen Summer Start Program (FSSP) at UCSB. Cajé has a streamlined menu that includes coffee based drinks, smoothies, and customizable bagel sandwiches. When I meet with students in the summer or colleagues year round, Cajé is my default coffee shop thatContinue reading “Healthy Treats: Cajé”