Brewed or instant coffee pairs perfectly with the classic chocolate flavor in brownies, giving you the most decadent, gooey, and delicious treat to end the night. 

To honor Buffett’s love for the margarita and his time in Key West, the “Jimmy Buffett” is the perfect cocktail to channel a live-in-the-moment approach to life.

So, here is a perfect dish to welcome this forthcoming fall atmosphere. Though it’s a simple recipe that’s adaptable to most college living spaces, this dish combines protein, vegetables, and legumes.

Inspired by Swift’s song “Lavender Haze” from her 2022 album Midnights, the Lavender Haze is the perfect drink to casually sip or to fuel a night of dancing with your friends. 

If you want a beverage more complex than a typical beer or seltzer, here is a list of three simple cocktails that will make your next tailgate experience all the more enjoyable.

It’s only been a week since I’ve returned to campus, and I’ve already spent most of that time experimenting in my apartment’s kitchen. I have committed myself to the trial and error of testing new dorm recipes I can quickly make during busy weeknights.

One of the best cocktails I’ve made so far is the Dandelion. Inspired by one of my favorite summer drinks—lemonade—this cocktail evokes a nostalgic sour yet sugary flavor, but it’s a bit more sophisticated than your classic vodka lemonade. 

This flavorful salad is made up of ingredients that hold up well in the fridge, so you can make a large batch to keep on hand and enjoy throughout the week. You can also make a small batch to enjoy on the spot, which I often do because of how simple and foolproof this dish truly is. 

The dining hall has almost all the ingredients I would use to make mac and cheese at home, so I figured I would be ambitious and give this recipe a go. It ended up working so well that I have added this dish to my weekly dorm dinner rotation, and I’m eager to share it with you!

Avocado toast is a dish you can easily make in your dorm as it requires few steps and materials. The only tricky part is making a poached egg without a stovetop. I’m not one to compromise when it comes to avocado toast though, so I’ve mastered a microwave egg-poaching strategy.