Easy, From-Scratch Banana Bread So, I had a couple bananas that were turning brown this past week so I decided to try my hand at making some banana bread. I had never made any type of bread, yeasty or otherwise. So, I was truthfully a bit nervous. In the end it came out beautifully. Next time I would make sure that all of the bananas used are completely browned to ensure max-banana-goodness. Ingredients: 1 3/4 c sifted unbleached flour 2… Read more
King’s Burgers doesn’t really stand out much. It’s one of the many eateries located on Reseda Boulevard near CSUN, and driving by King’s, you might think that it is just another burger place. And on the outside, this may be true. But, on the inside – not so much. King’s offers an East-meets-West menu, so to speak. From the West, you can order the classic burgers, fries, salad, tacos and sandwiches, while the Eastern side of the menu offers a… Read more
CSUN will host its third annual karaoke contest tonight in the Games Room, located in the USU and below the former Fitness Center, from 7 – 10 p.m. This event welcomes everyone including non-CSUN students. “I’m in charge of planning, dating, prizing, equipment beforehand, marketing, promoting and scheduling,” Michael Kay, commercial services assistant, said. It’s an opportunity for students to showcase their voice and sing their favorite songs for a cash prize according to Kay. The cash prize this semester… Read more
Hopefuls for the 84th annual Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, are led by the silent film “The Artist,” which garnered 10 nominations. Other nominations consist of first-time nominees, such as Rooney Mara for her starring role in The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. Previous Oscar winners are returning this year, such as George Clooney for his role in “The Descendants” and Meryl Streep for her role in “The Iron Lady” will also be present. Clooney nominated for Best… Read more
The difference between dream and reality can be a difficult line to distinguish. In “Life is a Dream,” the newest production by the theater department, the intricacies of this issue is brought to life by a well-rounded cast and incredible staging. Set on a round stage, with the audience on all sides, the actors are able to ensure that not one section of the audience is staring at their backs for very long. Coupled with creative lighting, including scenes with… Read more
Laissez les bons temps rouler – let the good times roll. Or so say the staff at Five 0 Four, a Cajun/Creole restaurant and bar located in the heart of Hollywood. Named for the New Orleans area code, Five 0 Four shut down for a few weeks in January and recently reopened with a more upscale decor and revamped menu. The restaurant now offers an array of authentic cuisine from the bayou sure to please even the most discerning southern… Read more
With the recent repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” and a U.S. Circuit Court ruling that California’s Proposition 8 banning same-sex marriage is unconstitutional, CSUN’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Alliance is calling 2012 “the year of the queer.” On Feb. 22, LGBTA will host its fourth annual LGBTA showcase to celebrate and educate the public of queer milestones. The showcase will be held in the USU Grand Salon from 7-9 p.m. The event is free and open to the… Read more
Vegan Jambalaya Mardi Gras! Beads, public nudity, debauchery and rich, rich foods, right? This is a hit anytime it’s made at my place. The turmeric powder in this recipe is an antioxidant. It’s an anti-inflammatory and has been used in India for thousands of years. Healing daily says that the active ingredient in cayenne pepper, capsaicin, is good for improving circulation, chronic pain and digestion. Who knew health tasted this good? Ingredients: 4 T olive oil 2 links Tofurky Italian… Read more
CSUN’s theater department is resurrecting a centuries-old classic, “Life is a Dream,” the thought-provoking Spanish language play written by Pedro Calderón de la Barca in the mid-1600’s. “The play is philosophical, contemplating both reality and morality,” said Larry Biederman, the play’s director. Though originally published in the 17th century, Biederman has modernized and simplified the play’s setting. “We’ve created something of a dreamscape, with contemporary lights, scenery, and sound and aggressive rhythms,” Biederman said. Biederman believes the play is culturally… Read more