By: Caden Choi Photo Credit: Caden Choi The things we claim to miss — our mothers’ handwritten kiss, mixed tapes, burned CD playlists. We once carried the pride of the …
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The Lineage and Legacy of Thanksgiving
By: Ava O’Donnell Autumn endures as a time of resettlement and harvest for humanity. Many countries celebrate holidays similar to Thanksgiving in this season, from South Korea’s Chuseok harvest festival …
The Taste of Hands
There’s a Korean word my halmoni(grandma) always used when she cooked for me: son-mat. Quite literally translating to “the taste of hand”. It describes that indefinable quality and the unique …
Australians: From Surf Rock to Slang, My Newfound Love
By: Madeline Jenkins Australian surf rock. That is how I spent my last Wednesday night, and this is why every Wednesday from now on will be a disappointment. The wonderful …
My Big Fat Romanian Wedding
Have you ever seen the movie My Big Fat Greek Wedding? If you have, then you have seen a small bit of what my family is like. Just switch the …
Was the Sea Really “Wine-Dark?”
In both the Iliad and Odyssey, Homer described the sea as “wine-dark” a total of seventeen times. To English-speaking readers, this may come across as strange. The sea is universally …
Architecture of our Surroundings: Historic District
The distinctive essence of Old Town Orange and its unique architectural heritage are often overlooked by many. Spanning the period from 1874 to 1940, the architectural tapestry of the area …
Tea Culture Around the World
Tea is more than a drink. For some cultures, it’s a way of life: a way to connect to others, relax after long days, celebrate spirituality and peace—it’s a universal …
Threads
There is a bundle of Threads that weaves Us All together They may be tangled and worn They may be bright and colorful Full of Different Cultures and Languages Each …
Taiwanese Food: The Greatest Hits
Taiwan is a vastly underrated place. It’s tiny compared to mainland China; more often than not, the island is embroiled in political conflicts that overshadow its rich culture, geography, and …