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The student news site of Sacramento State University

The State Hornet

The student news site of Sacramento State University

The State Hornet

Student news without fear or favor

Hope Roberts, Author

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ASI President Nielsen Gabriel gives the State of the Student speech Thursday at The Bookstore.

Sacramento State garden could bring nutritional education, food pantry

Hope Roberts
September 25, 2013

Sacramento State President Alexander Gonzalez discussed plans with the Urban Agriculture Club for an on campus, one-acre garden that would also create a food pantry.The garden will be student-led and was...

These spicy buffalo wings are easy to make and can be served with any sauce you prefer. Although a vegan dish, buffalo cauliflower will leave all your party guests satisfied.

Spicy buffalo cauliflowers for a healthy vegan appetizer

Hope Roberts
May 17, 2013

These vegan cauliflower buffalo wings are fashioned to taste like the traditional buffalo wings often enjoyed during summer barbecues. Although vegan, these cauliflower buffalo wings are just as spicy...

Midtown Sacramento restaurant Low Brau offers sausages for both their vegetarian and meat-loving customers.

Staff pick: Low Brau satisfies meat lovers and offers vegan options

Hope Roberts
May 15, 2013

Satisfying meat lovers when choosing where to eat may often imply that a vegetarian’s preferences are out the window, but carnivores and omnivores alike can enjoy the laid back restaurant that aims to...

Boil the potatoes until they are tender enough to skewer.

Toasty veggie kabobs to add color to any dish

Hope Roberts
May 13, 2013

Enlighten and satisfy dinner guests with fresh bell pepper and potato kabobs. Relatively simple to make and sweet to taste, these kabobs will brighten up your plate and will have you licking the peppers’...

Staff Picks: The Grange Restaurant

Staff Picks: The Grange Restaurant

Hope Roberts
May 8, 2013

The Grange Restaurant, a part of the Citizen Hotel, is just as enticing and charming as the marble architecture of the building that houses it. The seductive atmosphere of the dimly lit restaurant is enhanced...

Vegan Krispy Kreme doughnuts even Homer Simpson would love

Hope Roberts
May 1, 2013

Homer Simpson, the Pilgrims and the ancient Romans all have one thing in common: They ate doughnuts. Doughnuts evolved from being created with dough fried in fish sauce by the Romans to a recipe brought...

Polka dot cakes are popular on Pinterest and, although it looks challenging to make, it is easier than you think. Get creative and try different colors for the polka dots inside the cake.

Put a polka dot surprise in your cake

Hope Roberts
May 1, 2013

The only thing better than surprising someone with a cake is surprising that person with a cake that has a surprise inside of it. A polka dot cake is a creative idea to try, and will have others double-...

Staff picks: Sunflower Drive Inn a great place for vegetarian-friendly food

Staff picks: Sunflower Drive Inn a great place for vegetarian-friendly food

Hope Roberts
April 24, 2013

Whether you find yourself eating with carnivores or omnivores, the Sunflower Natural Food Restaurant is a vegetarian fast food drive-in likely to win over those that are skeptical when ordering dishes...

These vegan chocolate chip cookies are just as sweet and tasty as non-vegan cookies.

Chocolate chip cookie recipe with a vegan twist

Hope Roberts
April 16, 2013

With their gooey, chewy and chocolatey taste, it may seem surprising that these treats lack the traditional use of animals products often found in cookies. Most chocolate chip cookie recipes call for the...

Among the variety of fruits and veggies, the farmers market even sold baked goods.

The ASI farmers’ market brings fresh and organic produce to campus

Hope Roberts
April 11, 2013

Associated Students Inc. provided an inviting and engaging platform for involving the Sac State community with California farmers this spring by launching a series of three farmers' markets on campus....

These homemade potato chips are not only full of crunch, but they give you more bang for your buck.

Make these crunchy and guilt-free potato chips

Hope Roberts
April 10, 2013

Crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices and the soft, doughy bread in a sandwich is often accentuated by the crunch of its salty counterpart known as the potato chip. It's hard to deny the lightweight satisfaction...

To create the banana exfoliating body and face scrub, mash the banana with the peel on with your hands.

If it’s good enough to eat, it’s good enough for your face: Using food as beauty products

Hope Roberts
April 5, 2013

Beauty care products aren’t restricted to just the cosmetic section anymore, but can be found among the fruits and vegetables. There are many natural beauty enhancers that can be purchased at a grocery...

During a certified Farmers Market, there are no pesticides and all of the food is grown by the farmers themselves.

A guide to weekend farmers’ markets in Sacramento

Hope Roberts
March 21, 2013

Reminiscent of the bazaar in "Aladdin," a farmers' market is an engaging outdoor activity that's enhanced by a sunny day and is ideal for those looking to buy superb quality produce. Farmers' markets support...

Staff Pick: Thai House Restaurant

Hope Roberts
March 20, 2013

The Thai House Restaurant never seems to disappoint with its enticing menu specializing in fiery curries, lean proteins and exceptional service. Recently voted Best Thai 2012 by KCRA, the restaurant provides...

The Angry Pig from Hot City Pizza cooks in their oven before its sliced up and served to hungry customers.

Staff picks: Hot City Pizza

Hope Roberts
February 28, 2013

Hot City Pizza, a small pizza joint close to Sacramento State’s campus and next to the Greek restaurant Opa! Opa!, is easy to miss when driving by, but hard to forget once you experience a slice of its...

Crunchy focaccia bread fresh out of the oven ready to eat.

Focaccia bread makes for a hot, crunchy vegan snack

Hope Roberts
February 27, 2013

“Focaccia” rolls off the tongue when said out loud and is just as easy to bake as it is to say. This simplicity may be why the bread has survived history for so long. According to foodtimeline.org,...

Staff pick: Plum Bakery and Cafe

Hope Roberts
February 20, 2013

Feeling at home comes with ease when visiting The Plum Bakery & Cafe. The cafe’s white picket fence welcomes those walking by, encouraging potential customers to enter. Personally, it’s the vegan bakery...

Great, you got the date, now where to take them? Hope Roberts shares her favorite places around Sacramento

Great, you got the date, now where to take them? Hope Roberts shares her favorite places around Sacramento

Hope Roberts
February 17, 2013

There is no shortage of incredible places to experience in a city as diverse as Sacramento. With so many awesome places to go to, deciding where to take your special someone on a date can be difficult....

Every part of the cupcakes are vegan including the frosting.

Valentine’s Day vegan cupcakes for your sweetheart

Hope Roberts
February 13, 2013

Omnivores won’t detect the lack of animal products in this recipe and herbivores can rejoice in its simplicity. These cupcakes are great to whip up last minute for parties or as gifts because they’re...

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