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100

Opened on campus in 2020, this is a big brand retailer with a small-format location in Price Center

What is Target?
100

Three trolley stops away from UCSD, this place has a total of 173 stores and 72 dining choices.

What is Westfield UTC?

100

This cuisine is famous for pizza and pasta, and is often associated with a Mediterranean diet.

What is Italian?

100

This versatile kitchen appliance can be used to crisp up and reheat some foods and is great for small spaces.

What is an air fryer?

100

This popular breakfast food is often served with syrup and can be made from a variety of grains, including wheat, corn, and oats.

What is pancakes?

200

Two trolley stops away from UCSD, this shopping plaza has Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, and Ralphs.

What is La Jolla Village Square

200

This Cali-Baja dish draws inspiration from San Diego's proximity to both Baja California and the ocean and is arguably the one San Diego is famous for.

What is fish tacos?

200

Known for its minimalist approach, this cuisine includes delicacies like sushi and sashimi, focusing on seasonal ingredients.

What is Japanese?

200

To create a satisfying breakfast, this popular grain can be cooked with milk or water and topped with fruits and nuts or bought in the overnight version.

What is oatmeal?

200

This vegetable is actually a fruit and is often mistaken for a vegetable; it's the main ingredient in a popular Mexican sauce.

What is an avocado?

300

Two different chain brands with the same name, this is a supermarket in Southern California and a Korean Fried Chicken shop in Northern California.

What is Vons?

300

Known for its pedestrian friendly dining spots and events, his neighborhood in Downtown San Diego is accessible by trolley and characterized by restaurants such as Nonna and Barbusa.

What is Little Italy?

300

This cuisine includes dishes like tamales and mole, and is characterized by its use of corn and beans.

What is Mexican?

300

This cooking method allows you to prepare food in a single pot, making cleanup easier, and is great for making stews or pasta dishes.

What is one-pot cooking?

300

This fruit is known as the "king of fruits" and is famous for its strong odor.

What is durian?

400

Operating on the weekends from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, this UCSD bus line takes students to supermarkets such as Ranch 99 and H-Mart.

What is Grocery Convoy?

400

UCSD students can use Triton Cash to pay on this food delivery service.

What is Grubhub?

400

Known for its balance of flavors, this Southeast Asian cuisine includes popular dishes like tom yum and green curry.

What is Thai?

400

When cooking pasta, adding this to the boiling water can enhance flavor and prevent sticking.

What is salt?


400

This popular Asian dish can be made with a variety of fillings, including meats and vegetables, and is often served steamed or fried.

What is dumplings?

500

With a documentary released about the UCSD club that eats one of its products for advertising, the first location of this brand was opened in San Diego.

What is Costco.

500

Located in Sixth, this dining location is known for their authentic Chinese food and happy hour specials.

What is FanFan?

500

This cuisine utilizes unique spices such as harissa and za'atar, often featuring dishes like couscous and tagine.

What is Moroccan?

500

This cooking technique involves resting proteins in a mixture of sauce and seasonings to enhance flavor before cooking.

What is marination?

500

Known for its vibrant color and health benefits, this spice comes from the flower of the Crocus sativus plant.

What is saffron?