Elizabeth Salaam

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Elizabeth Salaam's Stories

Is College Worth It?

Pamela M. Christian, Ph.D., of Azusa Pacific University, says yes, college is worth it. In your article “Is College Worth It?” you mention the three most obvious advantages that a college degree can provide. Can ...

Hippocrates’ Helpers Educated Here

Students graduate feeling ready for their new careers, and they hit the ground running once they’re employed.

Some of Our Students are Starting Their Own Bookkeeping Businesses

William Setterlund, president and director of the Accounting Academy, puts you on the road to becoming an accounting professional. First, please give me some information about your background. I’ve been in accounting for my entire ...

Elizabeth Salaam's Blog Entries

Do Not Fear the Sprouts on the Menu at Kensington Cafe

Although there was a time when I did not shave my legs and when I thought carob was a good substitute for chocolate, these days I don’t get excited about a restaurant when I see ...

This Crunchy PB&J Almost Works - But Not Quite

I’ve always found peanut butter sandwiches to be kind of a cute menu item, especially when they’re not listed as a kids’ item. Cute though I've considered the idea, I’d never ordered one for myself ...

$10 Lunch: Andiamo! in Tierrasanta

I was drawn in to Andiamo! in Tierrasanta, by a sign in the window advertising "Express Lunch and Early Bird Specials." I decided to take a risk and ask for a table before I had ...

The Hidden Dangers of a Weekday Brunch at Parkhouse Eatery

When Sarah invited me out for a Friday morning brunch, I had no intention of drinking a mimosa and then blowing off the rest of the day, but that’s exactly how it went down. We ...

$10 Lunch: Cafe Cabaret

It’s official. I have a new love. My once-favorite, stay-all-day coffee shop in North Park has been replaced by Café Cabaret. It wasn’t intentional. I stopped in one day for a breakfast sandwich, thinking it ...

Lunch and a Zaney Pants at Cafe 21

I knew nothing about Café 21 when my friend Delicia invited me to join her there for lunch. She gave me an address on Adams Avenue, and I showed up. It was lunchtime, and luckily, ...

If It's Not Illegal, It Should Be: Earthblend Tea & Coffee in Tierrasanta

Most days during the week, I take my daughter to school in Kearny Mesa and then make the drive down to North Park to spend the day working at one of a small handful of ...