February 9, 2012
- 3:00 pm
By Hannah-Illinois

When women think of Valentine’s Day, boxed candy, roses and cheesy Hallmark cards from loved ones often come to mind. But let’s be real. The key to any girl’s heart is chocolate. Lots and lots of it. In honor of the anniversary of Hershey’s Chocolate — which was founded on February 9th, 1894 — and to get you to think outside the heart-shaped box this Valentine’s Day, we present to you some positively decadent chocolate-based recipes.
Impress your friends and loved ones with these cheap, easy and incredible treats. Even the most challenged baker can master what we’ve culled here for you! Read More »
December 16, 2011
- 6:00 pm
By CC Staff

Rob Lowe is untouchable
How old is too old to wear Hello Kitty?
Britney is engaged to her long time bf!!
Happy chocolate covered anything day!
How to avoid over indulging during the holidays
Some men just look better with age
When awesome people come together
Ron Swanson and Tammy 2 talk about their embarrassing moments
Greatest on-screen crime fighting duos
July 18, 2011
- 6:00 pm
By CC Staff

Chocolate that is made to relieve PMS? Yes please!
Most dangerous film locations ever
Which summer activity are you?
Finally, an explanation on why men and women bond differently
Why men lose interest
Mmmm….men with blue eyes
Charlie Sheen’s definitely returning to TV
Ivanka Trump joins the list of celebs that gave birth this month
Lamar Odem’s minor car accident….without Khloe
May 10, 2011
- 9:00 am
By Jenn - Wagner College

College students are creatures of habit. We hang out with the same people. Got to the same bars. Buy the same types of clothes. Take the same classes. And you can’t blame us really. We know what we like. We know what works. So why change a good thing, right? Right. But not only does that apply to clothes and classes, it also applies to the kitchen. Because if there is one thing that has been made a college cliche, it’s college food. We’re known for our Red bull and Ramen noodles. But hey we’re creatures of habit, and we like what we like…
Tags: ben and jerrys, chocolate, coffee, college, college cooking, cup-a-soup, easy mac, food, frozen food, gatorade, gatorade for hangovers, granola bars, ice cream, pizza, Ramen Noodles, red bull, salsa, snacks, tortilla chips, tostitos
April 19, 2011
- 3:30 pm
By Leah - Ryerson University

Oysters, chocolate, and green M&Ms chili. No, I’m not listing off ingredients for a (seemingly disgusting) recipe; I’m listing off well-known aphrodisiacs, AKA foods that allegedly get you in the mood to get freaky with yo bad self (and your partner).
Well, get excited peeps, because there are a few new frisky foods to add to that list.
The Food Research International journal has recently published research saying that saffron and ginseng also boost sexual performance.
The professor behind the research said these natural aphrodisiacs theoretically enhance performance and libido and, because they are simply common spices, are safe to experiment with. Unlike alcohol, another aphrodisiac (the effects of which we’ve all experienced, am I right?), saffron and ginseng will not cause judgment impairment (the effects of which we’ve all unfortunately experienced, am I right?), meaning this is a fun and safe way to literally spice up your love life. Read More »
Tags: alcohol, aphrodisiacs, chocolate, cooking, dirty dancing, ginseng, oysters, paella, romance, saffron, saffron rice, sex life, sex study, university of guelph, wine
February 27, 2011
- 11:30 am
By Holly - Emerson College

Even after last week’s recipe, I’m still on a chocolate kick. I hope none of you ladies will object to learning the recipe for the fastest, easiest, cheapest fudge ever. Because you never know when you’re going to have a fudge-mergency. Like a bad break up. Or an award show. Or really, really bad PMS.
Minimalist’s Fudge
Ingredients:
16 oz. of chocolate (chocolate bars, chocolate chips, whatever!)
1 can condensed milk (or milk substitute)
1 TBS vanilla (option)
1/2 tsp salt (optional) Read More »
Tags: best college desserts, chocolate, college cooking, college dessert recipes, college recipes, dorm cooking, easy college cooking, easy dessert, easy fudge recipe, fudge, intro to cooking
February 20, 2011
- 11:30 am
By Holly - Emerson College

Keeping the healthy-but-good vibe going (AKA chocolatey things that won’t blow your Spring Break diet plan), this week I bring you my spin on a recipe that has been making healthy foodies (and even not-so-healthy foodies!) gaga for years: chocolate avocado mousse.
Featured ingredient: Avocado
Based on recent studies, the avocado is another anti-cancer food. It’s also high in potassium and monosaturated (read: good) fat. Eating avocados can promote healthy skin and hair. Plus, it’s silky texture and muted flavor make it the perfect base for just about any sweet recipe.
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Tags: avocado, avocado mousse, chocolate, chocolate avocado mousse, chocolate mousse, college cooking, college recipes, dorm cooking, easy college cooking, healthy college recipes, healthy desserts, intro to cooking
February 14, 2011
- 9:00 am
By Jenn - Wagner College
Happy Valentine’s Day!
With three words I’ve probably caused every single reader to groan in frustration. You’re probably trying to forget this day exists, aren’t you? Trying to pretend this is just a normal Monday.
Well it’s not. Today is Valentine’s Day. And single or coupled, or complicated, Valentine’s Day is a day worth celebrating. (Hello, we spent an entire week trying to get that point across!) You cannot escape the mayhem that surrounds this day. You cannot ignore it. You cannot hide from it. So you might as well embrace it. And here’s why…
10. Those valentines you used to get as a little kid. You know what I’m talking about. You probably have a whole bunch of them saved somewhere. The ones that have your favorite cartoon characters on them. The ones with too much lace and cheesy sayings. The ones you loved then and still love now.
9. Chocolate. Not only is it delicious, but apparently it’s also good for you. And Valentine’s Day is one of very few holidays when you can eat an entire box of chocolate truffles without getting strange looks, whether you bought them for yourself or they’re a gift from your beau. Read More »
Tags: boyfriend, candy hearts, chocolate, dating, fashion, Friends, glee valentine's day, guys, Relationships, single, single on valentines day, single vday, Style, the weekly ten, valentine's day 2011, valentine's day date, valentines day, vday, women
February 3, 2011
- 4:00 pm
By Leah - Ryerson University

Like it or not, Valentine’s Day is coming in less than two weeks. Whether you’re dressing up for date night with your beau, gearing up for a night of dancing with your single ladies, or joining Ben & Jerry for a night with Blair and Serena, it’s the perfect excuse to buy something pretty. If you’re hoping to channel the color of love for your date, or the Chinese color for luck (because it is still Chinese New Year) you can don an attention-grabbing red item for the night. From an LRD to an eye-catching red pump, you’re sure to assert confidence when wearing cupid’s favorite color.
Not feeling the red?
Then how about channeling the other part (AKA my favorite part) of Valentine’s Day: chocolate! Red is not for everyone but wearing black on Single Awareness Day is cliche, making brown the perfect choice. It’s both festive and flattering, and if you find the right item it can be just as eye-catching as it’s in-your-face friend, red. Read More »
Tags: blair waldorf, brown, Chinese New Year, chocolate, gossip girl, red, red dress, serena van der woodsen, Single Awareness Day, valentine's day style, valentines day
We already know that beer does a body good, but you can’t have alcohol without food, so ditch that late night pizza and indulge some late night chocolate instead.
Here’s why:
Chocolate is good for your heart.
A bar of chocolate helps lower your blood pressure and cholesterol AND reduces your risk of heart disease. Start thinking about these things now, so in 40 years that’s at least two less pills you’ll have to be popping.
Chocolate stimulates endorphins and serotonin.
Endorphins are hormones that give us a sense of pleasure. They’re allegedly released when we exercise (I’m skeptical), and also when we have sex (this, I can believe). Eating chocolate also has the same effect. Serotonin is a natural antidepressant, which may help to explain why we ladies crave chocolate so much when we’re premenstrual.
Chocolate is rich in antioxidants.
Antioxidants are crucial for killing off free radicals that roam around your body trying to wreak havoc on your cells. Cacao, the base substance of chocolate, contains 8 times as many antioxidants as strawberries. (New diet plan: chocolate covered strawberries all the time. Hello, 100th birthday!)
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