Reviews

Student perspectives on restaurants, music, movies and more.

A Theater Revolution

February 15, 2019 // 0 Comments

The decision of what to do with free time just got easier because the new B&B Ankeny 12 and B-Roll Bowling has it all. From movies to bowling to food and drinks to an [...]

Dumpling Darling

February 13, 2019 // 0 Comments

Before taking on this story, I really had no idea what a dumpling was, except that they were, for the most part, dough wrapped around some meat or vegetables. I had no idea [...]

Blown Away

February 11, 2019 // 0 Comments

With the cold weather in Des Moines, there is a place to warm up right outside of downtown on Keosauqua Way. In a building called Mainframe Studios, an array of artists rent [...]

A Star is Born: a movie review

December 5, 2018 // 0 Comments

The thrill, the drama, the romance, and what everyone loves, but hates to admit, the tears. “A Star Is Born,” starring Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga, brings on all sorts [...]

What’s the big deal with Açai bowls?

December 5, 2018 // 0 Comments

As a society, we’re constantly looking for the next big thing. So, after scrolling through my social media and coming across aesthetic pictures of berry bowls overflowing [...]

Reviving Red Dead

December 4, 2018 // 0 Comments

Red Dead Redemption is back. This time it is has more to offer and a storyline that keeps you busy. Red Dead Redemption 2, the sequel that the gaming world has been waiting [...]

Pickleball and Alcohol

November 6, 2018 // 0 Comments

Walking through the front doors of Smash Park in West Des Moines, the looming slogan of “Play. Drink. Eat.” caught my eye immediately. The spacious venue had an [...]

Luminarium Albesila

October 31, 2018 // 0 Comments

It’s a regular week and you are looking for something creative to do, something completely different that would give you adventure and peace. The Des Moines scene always [...]

Court off Court

October 12, 2018 // 0 Comments

Everyone that has been to downtown Des Moines knows about the bars and restaurants on Court Avenue. Even those Grand View students who have not been downtown or are not old [...]
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