Category: Writings for Class
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My Mom’s Pretzels
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My mom is famous. Well, her pretzel recipe is. Growing up, the oily, still-warm, garlicky pretzels only emerged from the oven on special occasions: birthdays, Halloween, Christmas, etc. And, of course, school parties. Since gluten allergies only recently became a thing people actually worried about (at least in northwest Louisiana),…
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Via Pericolosa
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I’m no stranger to graffiti. Their moving galleries speed by at break-neck speeds back home, each on its way to block morning traffic in some unlucky part of town. Bathroom walls sing of woe, victory, and hatred. Downtown Shreveport might as well be the Uffizi Gallery with the amount of…
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Why Italian Food is So Dang Good
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Italy is famous for many things: temperate weather, beautiful people, stunning coasts, rolling hills, rich history, high-quality wine, and, of course, delicious food. But I fully believe that even if Italy was just a farming country with no other draws, people would still flock there to get a taste of…
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A Foreigner’s Guide to Exploring Perugia
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After living in Perugia for nearly a month, I have discovered that it is a fool’s endeavor to discover every part of the city. As much as I may want to try every osteria, wander through every street, admire every arch, and enjoy every kebab piadina that the city has…
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The Perfect Saturday in Perugia
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Are you studying abroad in Perugia or visiting for a weekend? This city has plenty of things to see, do, and eat! Although this list doesn’t even begin to scratch the surface, it’s still my top two activities that you can easily do in a single day to make your…