Battle Royale
Sydeney Nguyen, Staff Writer
June 4, 2018
Marvel Studios has hooked fans into their elaborate and masterfully crafted Marvel Cinematic Universe, or MCU, through their movies over the past 10 years, taking us all over their universe from “The Avengers” here on Earth to “Guardians of the Galaxy” in space. The vastness of this “univers...
Raw fish rolled fresh
Austin Nunis, Staff Writer
May 8, 2018
Kura Revolving Sushi Bar in Torrance introduces a new take on the average sushi dine-in experience with a concept new to the U.S. : a conveyor belt running throughout the restaurant where everyone can access sushi at any booth. Conveyor belt sushi is not a new idea in more trendy downtown LA areas, althoug...
Silence is golden
Sydeny Nguyen, Staff Writer
May 8, 2018
For most, sound is found in abundance and is a sense we take for granted in daily life since it is found all around. However, in a world where any noise could jeopardize lives, “silence is survival” and a deeper appreciation for sound is developed. John Krasinski’s “A Quiet Place” brings not ...
Who’s your Hopdoddy
Sophie Flemming, Staff Writer
March 29, 2018
Crafting their locally-sourced and mouth-watering food, Hopdoddy Burger Bar entices customers into a world of flavor. Located inside El Segundo's mini-mall, The Point, this restaurant has "a passion to bring you burgers made with fresh, all-natural ingredients prepared by hand." The restaurant ins...
My heart’s not in Havana
Sophie Fleming, Staff Writer
February 8, 2018
Cuban-American Camila Cabello successfully launches her stirringly-vibrant career as a solo artist through the release long-awaited solo debut Camila. Following the singer-songwriter’s brutal departure from girl-band Fifth Harmony, this album consists of Cabello’s own tropical, hip-swaying rhythms ...
Pho-nomenal food
Sydney Nguyen, Staff Writer
February 8, 2018
When people think of Vietnamese food they generally refer to “phở” and “bánh mì” sandwiches, but are rarely exposed to other authentic dishes. Pho Hue Oi puts traditional central Vietnamese cuisine in the spotlight as the Vietnamese food scene gains more popularity. The restaurant ...
Din Tai Funky
Alexis Mesa, Staff Writer
December 14, 2017
In a sea of popular teenage fashion boutiques and sneakerhead hotspots lies Din Tai Fung, a branch of a growing dim sum-like restaurant chain expanding in the United States. With five locations in Southern California, many of Din Tai Fung’s eaters have been brainwashed by the opinions of misguided fr...
Lost in Daydreams
Austin Nunis, Staff Writer
November 2, 2017
One of the most endearing qualities about Weezer is their ability to please a variety of different ears through a mix of peppy pop songs and their signature guitar riffs. On albums such as The Green Album and Make Believe, the band explores a vibe more directed towards the general public, while albums li...