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  • May 11The Advanced Study Humanities Symposium will be held Friday, May 16
  • May 11The senior fountain jump will happen Friday, May 16
The student news site of The Archer School for Girls

The Oracle
The student news site of The Archer School for Girls

The Oracle

Reflection and renewal: Jewish Student Union members reflect on Passover traditions

By Phoebe Casparian and Gabby Kaplan
May 9, 2025
Students wait to be served food by members of the Middle Eastern North African club April 9. Sophie Salehi ('28), Farah Sandoval ('28) and Sara Salehi (‘26) founded MENA this year to provide a space specifically dedicated to Middle Eastern and North African students. "There's just so much food in the world and just so many recipes and so many ways to make things" Farah Sandoval ('28) said. "I think it's super cool to learn about other cultures and their food."

MENA club, affinity space builds community through cuisine

By Aviana Le Gallo, Staff Reporter
April 30, 2025
Date and nut energy bars drizzled with chocolate rest on a plate next to “The Complete DIY Cookbook for Young Chefs.” Although chilled, these bars warmed me up with their comforting flavor and sweetness.

Review: America’s Test Kitchen ‘DIY Cookbook for Young Chefs’ provides easy, at-home snack recipes

By Josephine Hatton, Staff Reporter
February 27, 2025
Sitting on a wooden table at Café Bolívar is a delicious meal consisting of three arepas, a "tropical cocktail" fruit juice and a bag of spicy plantain chips. After an exhausting day of school, this meal is sure to cheer me up.

Review: A hidden gem; Café Bolivar offers traditional South American delights.

By Josie Le Blanc, Staff Reporter
February 26, 2025
A cheese plate made by my mom sits on a table. Cheese plates appear ordinary, but when customized, they can have the potential to look amazing.

Building the perfect board: 7 ways to enhance an ordinary cheese plate

By Uma Nambiar, Senior Reporter
February 26, 2025
Freshman Josie Le Blanc walks into Go Greek's Santa Monica location. Go Greek is a yogurt bar that provides health benefits in a yummy way.

Review: Go Greek — a protein-packed yogurt bar sensation

By Ally O’Boyle, Staff Reporter
February 20, 2025
Viral donut shop Saint Honoré is shown with a line out the door of customers, excited to try their donuts. Saint Honore was founded by Lin Jerome and Alexandra Lourdes in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Review: Donut Delight — Saint Honoré is a fun, family friendly tourist destination

By Izzie Erickson, Staff Reporter
February 11, 2025
The Macy’s Day Parade plays on the TV right as the Smokey the Bear float goes by. The 3 hour parade starts at 8:30 a.m. in all time zones.

Carve out time for these 5 classic Thanksgiving activities

By Gabby Kaplan, Senior Reporter
November 26, 2024
A cake is topped with gulab jamun, a popular Indian treat that consists of fried dough soaked in a sweet, sticky syrup that is typically rose flavored. This cake was made for Diwali in 2020.

Archer students explore Diwali through food, connect with family

By Uma Nambiar, Senior Reporter
November 15, 2024
Autumn Walker ('27) poses with her mango smoothie from Belwood Bakery during lunch Tuesday, Sept. 24. "Belwood has fantastic smoothies, if I need a sweet treat halfway through the day," Walker said.

First week of freedom: Students, faculty reflect on ‘across the street’ privileges, budgeting

By Gabby Kaplan, Senior Reporter
October 16, 2024
The restaurant Tartine sits surrounded by a green garden. Tartine is a brunch spot, located in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA. This location is one of the many locations Tartine owns across Los Angeles.

Old historic landmark becomes breakfast location: Tartine offers peaceful dining experience

By Shae Killam, Senior Reporter
September 30, 2024
Cobi's exterior at nighttime. Cobi's, a restaurant in Santa Monica, is only a few blocks away from the beach.

Review: Cobi’s is a gem restaurant in Santa Monica

By Shae Killam, Senior Reporter
May 30, 2024
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