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Luis Lopez

Luis Lopez, Features & Lifestyle Editor

All content by Luis Lopez

Taking off the maroon-colored glasses

Luis Lopez, Editor-in-Chief
May 1, 2024
Photo by Luis Lopez. Read up on the useful resources at the Hynes Institute!

Spotlight: The Hynes Institute

Luis Lopez, Editor-in-Chief
May 1, 2024
Photos by Luis Lopez. Revisit the hidden gem of New Rochelle that is Atit Thai!

Restaurant Reviews: Atit Thai revisited

Luis Lopez, Editor-in-Chief
May 1, 2024

Food Central: Taco special

Luis Lopez, Editor-in-Chief
April 18, 2024

How to overcome personal struggle

Luis Lopez, Editor-in-Chief
April 18, 2024

Love Gaels: The joy of laughter

Luis Lopez, Editor-in-Chief
April 18, 2024

Overcoming imposter syndrome

Luis Lopez, Editor-in-Chief
April 18, 2024

Video didn’t kill the radio star

Luis Lopez, Editor-in-Chief
March 21, 2024

Food Central: Brownies

Luis Lopez, Editor-in-Chief
March 21, 2024

Four spring hobbies

Luis Lopez, Editor-in-Chief
March 21, 2024

Food Central: Bagels

Luis Lopez, Editor-in-Chief
March 7, 2024

Five reasons to have a pet plant

Luis Lopez, Editor-in-Chief
March 7, 2024

Things to do before graduation

Luis Lopez, Editor-in-Chief
March 7, 2024

Love Gaels: My love of writing

Luis Lopez, Editor-in-Chief
March 7, 2024

Love Gaels: Tough love

Luis Lopez, Editor-in-Chief
February 22, 2024

Food Central: H-Mart

Luis Lopez, Editor-in-Chief
February 22, 2024

Tips on how to write an article for the Ionian

Luis Lopez, Editor-in-Chief
February 22, 2024

The generational divide

Luis Lopez, Editor-in-Chief
February 8, 2024
Image made in Canva. For this issue’s “Love, Gaels” column, Editor-in-Chief Luis Lopez writes about the love for a pet turtle.

Love Gaels: A shell of a love story

Luis Lopez, Editor-in-Chief
February 8, 2024
Read up on helpful tips to deal with road salt.

Road salt: A double edged sword

Luis Lopez, Editor-in-Chief
February 8, 2024
For this issue of Food Central take a deep dive into Valentine's Day treats.

Food Central: Valentine’s Special

Luis Lopez, Editor-in-Chief
February 8, 2024
Image made on Canva. Read up on helpful restaurant scouting tips.

Four tips on how to scout out a good restaurant

Luis Lopez, Editor-in-Chief
February 8, 2024

Why I love fighting games

Luis Lopez, Editor-In-Chief
January 25, 2024
Read up on the five tips every freshman needs for the spring semester.

Five tips to help freshman adjust to the spring semester

Brooke O'Brien and Luis Lopez
January 25, 2024
For this issue’s “Love, Gaels” column, Editor-in-Chief Luis Lopez writes about the love for a grandfather.

Love Gaels: The love of a grandfather

Luis Lopez
January 25, 2024
Dive into the importance of breakfast in this issue of "Food Central".

Food Central: The Importance of Breakfast

Luis Lopez
January 25, 2024
Read up on four tips to adjust to school during the winter.

4 Tips: Adjusting to School in the Winter

Luis Lopez
January 25, 2024
For this issue’s “Love, Gaels” column, Features & Lifestyle Editor Luis Lopez writes about his love for the winter.

Love, Gaels: ‘The beauty of winter’

Luis Lopez, Features & Lifestyle Editor
December 7, 2023
Indulge in the minty world of peppermint products.

Food Central: Peppermint Foods

Luis Lopez, Features & Lifestyle Editor
December 7, 2023
Read up on some holiday related shopping tips.

Four Tips For Holiday Shopping

Luis Lopez, Features & Lifestyle Editor
December 7, 2023
For this issue's "Love, Gaels" column, Features & Lifestyle Editor Luis Lopez writes about his experience in volunteer work.

Love, Gaels: ‘A passion for volunteering’

Luis Lopez, Features & Lifestyle Editor
November 16, 2023
Partake in various activities this month with the following guide.

November Activities

Luis Lopez, Features & Lifestyle Editor
November 16, 2023
Take a journey into the weird world of pizza toppings.

Food Central – The Wonderful Cheesy World of Pizza

Luis Lopez, Staff Writer
November 16, 2023
Learn some tips for preparing to interview someone.

Three Tips on How to Interview Someone

Luis Lopez, Features & Lifestyle Editor
November 2, 2023

Why ‘ONE MORE TIME…’ is the best Blink-182 album

Luis Lopez, Features & Lifestyle Editor
November 2, 2023
Grocery shopping can be expensive, but with the following tips it'll be easier.

Four Ways to Grocery Shop on a Budget

Luis Lopez, Features & Lifestyle Editor
November 2, 2023
For this issue's "Love, Gaels" column Features and Lifestyle Editor Luis Lopez writes about the love of one's comfort show.

Love, Gaels: ‘My comfort franchise’

Luis Lopez, Features & Lifestyle Editor
November 2, 2023
Reminisce about grandma's home cooking.

Food Central: Grandma’s Home-Cooked Meals

Luis Lopez, Features & Lifestyle Editor
November 2, 2023
Learn about all fall things Dunkin Donuts related.

Food Central: Dunkin Donuts

Luis Lopez, Features and Lifestyle Editor
October 19, 2023
For this issue’s “Love, Gaels” column, Features & Lifestyle Editor Luis Lopez writes about the love between siblings.

Love, Gaels: Loving a sibling

Luis Lopez, Features and Lifestyle Editor
October 19, 2023
Kyle Byrne was awarded the “40 Under 40” Rising Stars Award.

Networking and making connections: How Kyle Byrne is using his experiences to give back to Gaels

Luis Lopez, Features and Lifestyle Editor
October 5, 2023
Indulge in various fall appropriate activities this October.

October Activities

Luis Lopez, Features and Lifestyle Editor
October 5, 2023

Love, Gaels: ‘Puppy Love’

Luis Lopez, Features and Lifestyle Editor
September 21, 2023

Pie Extravaganza

Luis Lopez, Features and Lifestyle Editor
September 21, 2023
Take a dive into four tips to prepare you for any presentation.

Four tips for presentations

Luis Lopez, Features and Lifestyle Editor
September 21, 2023
Indulge in four tips to keep your car or dorm clean. 

Four tips to keep your area clean

Luis Lopez, Features and Lifestyle Editor
September 21, 2023
Explore on-campus dining in Vitanza Dining Commons.

Food Central: Navigating Vitanza Dining Commons during the semester

Luis Lopez, Features and Lifestyle Editor
September 21, 2023

Why I love concerts

Luis Lopez, Features and Lifestyle Editor
September 21, 2023
Learn four need-to-know tips for your first semester.

Tips for freshmen students

Luis Lopez, Features & Lifestyle Editor
September 7, 2023
Enjoy the upcoming and ongoing fall items at various food-based stores.

Food Central: Everything about fall’s seasonal foods

Luis Lopez, Features & Lifestyle Editor
September 7, 2023

Love, Gaels: ‘My Love of music in college’

Luis Lopez, Features and Lifestyle Editor
September 7, 2023
Dive into a movie and TV show-based conversation with fellow Gaels.

Gaels Chat movies and shows

Luis Lopez, Features and Lifestyle Editor
September 7, 2023
Learn four crucial tips for getting back into the school spirit.

Four tips to get back into a school mindset

Luis Lopez, Features & Lifestyle Editor
September 7, 2023
Desserts are the best way to cap off a meal, so here are four places with great desserts around New Rochelle.

Restaurant Review: Dessert Special

Luis Lopez, Staff Writer
May 4, 2023
Finding a good book to read can be tough, so here are some tips to help you out.

Four tips for picking up a good book

Luis Lopez, Staff Writer
May 4, 2023
Finals week can be the most stressful time of the year, but here are some tips to handle the stress.

Four tips for finals week

Luis Lopez, Staff Writer
May 4, 2023
Some of the best sandwiches are from the delis right on your corner. Avenue Deli and Café and Loupinos are the sandwich hotspots of New Rochelle.

Restaurant Reviews: Only the best sandwiches at Avenue Deli and Loupinos

Luis Lopez, Staff Writer
April 20, 2023
From taro ice cream to mango popping boba tea, YUM Ice cream is perfect for those with a sweet tooth.

Restaurant Reviews: Unique ice cream and boba tea flavors at YUM Ice Cream

Luis Lopez, Staff Writer
March 31, 2023
Beechmont Tavern is the perfect place to hang out and grab delicious bar food with friends, making it a New Rochelle favorite.

Restaurant Reviews: Bar food done the right way at Beechmont Tavern

Luis Lopez, Staff Writer
February 25, 2023
From pizza to burgers, Gemelli’s Pizzeria offers both delicious and satiating meals.

Restaurant reviews: Italian cuisine with an American twist at Gemelli’s Pizzeria

Luis Lopez, Staff Writer
February 13, 2023
From chicken sandwiches to chicken nuggets, Chicken Joes will leave you satisfied.

Food for everyone at Chicken Joe’s

Luis Lopez, Staff Writer
January 27, 2023
After its long-awaited return, SHTG has made quite the comeback with its smokey and tangy BBQ flavors.

Restaurant reviews: Smokehouse Tailgate Grill brings BBQ classics to North Ave

Luis Lopez, Staff Writer
December 8, 2022
Waco is some of the tastiest off-campus food you could get with your meal plan.

Restaurant reviews: Westchester Taco Grill is the star of off-campus dining options

Luis Lopez, Staff Writer
November 17, 2022
New Rochelle Diner’s menu offers an assortment of delicious comfort foods.

Restaurant reviews: A meal for any hour of the day at New Rochelle Diner

Luis Lopez, Staff Writer
November 3, 2022
The Mirage’s menu is comprised of various foods, stretching from breakfast to dinner.

Restaurant reviews: The diverse options and welcoming atmosphere of The Mirage

Luis Lopez, Staff Writer
October 20, 2022
Mister Taco offers traditional Mexican food in New Rochelle. 

Restaurant Reviews: The inexpensive and tasty flavors of Mister Taco

Luis Lopez, Staff Writer
October 9, 2022
The Wooden Spoon offers comfort food at its best in New Rochelle.  

Restaurant reviews: The comfort food paradise of The Wooden Spoon

Luis Lopez, Staff Writer
September 22, 2022
Atit Thai is one of New Rochelle's hidden gems. 

Restaurant reviews: Atit Thai offers cultural cuisine to New Rochelle area

Luis Lopez, Staff Writer
September 8, 2022
Starring Robert Pattison, The Batman depicts the hero in a dark, detective crime drama.

‘The Batman’ provides bold new iteration of masked crime-fighter

Luis Lopez, Staff Writer
March 12, 2022
John Cena stars as the Peacemaker in a new show set after the events of Suicide Squad.

‘Peacemaker’ is strong start for DC’s film-based television series

Luis Lopez, Contributing Writer
February 13, 2022
Tom Holland and Zendaya both give outstanding performances as Spider-Man and MJ in No Way Home.

‘Spider-Man: No Way Home” makes box office history as love letter to beloved superhero

Luis Lopez, Contributing Writer
January 27, 2022
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