As I wrapped up my senior year of high school, there was only one thought in my mind, “I got into college!” Through all of the excitement, I forgot to think about whether or not I would be forever eating top ramen and hot pockets. Since I was a student-athlete, I was required to purchase the most expensive meal plan.
It took until my sophomore year to realize how expensive on-campus dining was. Most meals range from $10-$15; most are not the healthiest either, often built around high-carbohydrate low-nutrient items like pizza and quesadillas. I then began to explore the local eats adjacent to campus.
Across the street from Seattle University on 12th avenue is Lemongrass, a Vietnamese restaurant offering traditional dishes like the lemongrass beef platter and the grilled pork chops, shrimp cake and sunny side egg with rice. It’s cheaper, healthier and much better than anything on Campus—and just across the street!
A bit further afield on Capitol Hill is The Honey Hole, which serves some of the best hot sandwiches I’ve ever had. They have great burgers too. Traveling southwest of Capitol Hill is Dragonfish, which has an excellent happy hour. Diners can choose from $2.95 half sushi rolls and small plates to $5.95 small plates and rice bowls. The point is, if SU students are willing to walk a bit for lunch, they’ll be rewarded.
Although I have gotten the chance to eat at many great restaurants, there are still dozens to explore. For example, word is that local Tom Douglas’ restaurant "Serious Pie” has some of the tastiest, most exquisite pizzas in the Seattle area. On the pricier end, Japonessa on 1st avenue is said to be the newest, trendy-hipster sushi establishment. With rolls upwards of $18 and named, “Last Samurai” and “Madrid Moon”, I better bring my wallet and my appetite.
During my internship at Frause, I have gotten the chance to work on various accounts in the restaurant industry. One in particular is Rover’s in Madison Valley. Although I have not yet eaten there, I am excited to be able to try their poached petrale sole which is prepared in the video below by Robert Sevcik, Chef de Cuisine at Rover’s.
There are benefits to on-campus dining including the convenience. However, I encourage student’s to go out and get the most for their money. It enables one to not get stuck eating the same thing every day. Nevertheless, enjoy college, do an internship, and eat well!
-William Tsang
Friday, March 25, 2011
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Hello Frause!
Hi everyone, my name is William Tsang and I’m a marketing major at Seattle University. During my time there, I’ve taken many marketing courses, from Consumer Behavior to Market Research and International Marketing. However, I have never taken a specific course on advertising or public relations, subjects I’ve always wanted to be more knowledgeable of. My major is a broad one, and it has given me the chance to explore many of the various channels within the public-facing side of business, but until my internship at Frause, PR and advertising were pretty much foreign worlds to me.
When I began the search for a new internship this quarter, I had three goals in mind. I wanted to be somewhere with a tight-knit company culture involved in marketing or a related field. I also wanted a fun environment where the people had a passion for what they did. After interviewing at multiple agencies, I knew Frause was where I wanted to be.
When I started my internship here at the Frause office in Seattle, I was ready to be immersed in all that the public relations world has to offer. From writing effective press releases to assisting the account executives, I began to absorb the language and contribute something of my own; I worked to become part of the agency’s creativity and insightfulness.
One of the things I’ve learned at Frause is that as long as you’re working hard and have good intentions, mistakes are not bad things. I have learned that there is nothing more important than asking questions and asking if assistance is needed on additional projects. The individuals at the agency could have not been more welcoming as I got a chance to meet with each one and learn their specific focuses and backgrounds.
I have another month left here at Frause and I am still learning more that I ever have before.
When I began the search for a new internship this quarter, I had three goals in mind. I wanted to be somewhere with a tight-knit company culture involved in marketing or a related field. I also wanted a fun environment where the people had a passion for what they did. After interviewing at multiple agencies, I knew Frause was where I wanted to be.
When I started my internship here at the Frause office in Seattle, I was ready to be immersed in all that the public relations world has to offer. From writing effective press releases to assisting the account executives, I began to absorb the language and contribute something of my own; I worked to become part of the agency’s creativity and insightfulness.
One of the things I’ve learned at Frause is that as long as you’re working hard and have good intentions, mistakes are not bad things. I have learned that there is nothing more important than asking questions and asking if assistance is needed on additional projects. The individuals at the agency could have not been more welcoming as I got a chance to meet with each one and learn their specific focuses and backgrounds.
I have another month left here at Frause and I am still learning more that I ever have before.
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