Sunday, June 22


The Quad: Should we call quarantine-imposed isolation physical, not social, distancing?

When we have a graduation party over Zoom or text a friend to complain about online exams, are we really “socially” distancing? Well, not in the literal sense. Read more...

Photo: Even though the terms physical and social distancing are often used interchangeably, looking into the history of the terms can contextualize their usage in the current day. (MacKenzie Coffman/Daily Bruin senior staff)


Feasting in memory of Souplantation

Earlier this month, Souplantation announced the closure of its 97 buffet restaurants. To commemorate the loss of the soup and salad establishment, assistant Photo editor Kanishka Mehra prepared a couple of its buffet recipes. Read more...

Photo: (Kanishka Mehra/Photo editor)


The Quad: Reflecting on the comfort, history of buffet-style dining despite its uncertain future

As much as it pains me to say this, it might be time to say goodbye to the self-serve, all-you-can-eat restaurant design. San Diego-based restaurant chain Souplantation announced earlier this month that they will not be reopening any of their 97 buffet-style locations after the COVID-19 shutdowns. Read more...

Photo: San Diego-based restaurant chain Souplantation announced in May that it will not be reopening any of it’s 97 buffet-style restaurant locations. (Photo by Kanishka Mehra/Assistant Photo editor, Photo Illustration by Nghi Nguyen/Daily Bruin)






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