Heather Rockwood is a food science senior and Mustang Daily food columnist. “Vegetarian is a diet choice; vegan is a lifestyle change.” That was what my cousin told me earlier this summer. This was part of the reason she didn’t want to take the plunge into veganism, even as she treaded the waters of vegetarianism. […]
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MyPlate aims for a healthier America
Heather Rockwood is a food science senior and Mustang Daily food columnist. The switch to MyPlate over the traditional food guide pyramid occurred in the early months of summer, and is relatively old news — and yet, I am certain many people have yet to realize there has even been an alteration in our nation’s […]
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Forget prohibition in the kitchen — Cooking with alcohol
Heather Rockwood is a food science senior and Mustang Daily food columnist. It is my fourth and last year here in college, and I have finally reached the magical age of 21. As an avid foodie, this was a monumental moment for my cooking repertoire and tasting experiences. When I blew out that last birthday […]
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Conquering a gluten-free diet
Heather Rockwood is a food science senior and Mustang Daily food columnist. Recently, I went to the grocery store and, yet again, came home with the wrong dessert to please all my roommates. It is not that they are picky by choice, but that — as is becoming increasingly common — they have a food […]
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Dont let a time crunch ruin lunch
Heather Rockwood is a food science senior and Mustang Daily food columnist. This weekend I was fortunate enough to attend Sunset magazine’s Savor the Central Coast celebration. Many of the best wineries, restaurants and breweries from Monterey to Santa Barbara counties came to the event to provide an opportunity for attendees to acquaint their taste […]
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Defining your relationship with the food you eat
The much-anticipated week has finally arrived — the first week back to classes. I can tell you what is already going through most people’s heads. Wowies: “That was the most amazing week ever! School is so awesome!” Wow Leaders: “I’m so exhausted, and now school?” The rest of us: “Moving in. Getting classes. Club meetings. […]