Run by U of I’s Department of Animal Sciences, the Meat Science Lab provides C-U with fresh and frozen meat, eggs, and more from University farms. Previously, buyers had to subscribe to the Meat Mail listserv. …
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C-U restaurants that are offering prepared Thanksgiving meals, pies, and a la carte
Black Dog’s smoked turkeys are sold out for this year, but there are many offerings in Champaign-Urbana if you’re not feeling like cooking this Thanksgiving. C&C Kitchen is offering family meals for those who want …
Get into the Halloween spirit with this Frankensandwich
Cheese & Crackers‘ Frankensandwich ($8.99) is the perfect Halloween sandwich. On a crusty Italian baguette from TriBeCa Bakery, the sandwich has ham, garlic mascarpone spread, vinaigrette, mozzarella cheese, and onion. The sweet and smoky ham …
Where’s your favorite place to get soup in C-U?
Huzzah, it’s soup season. Something about a warm bowl of soup on a cold day wearing a hoodie just feels right. It feels like fall. I’ve seen this tasty looking broccoli rabe and white bean soup …
Scotty’s Brewhouse is closed, and Aspen Tap House will take over the location starting next week
Scotty’s Brewhouse opened in December 2016, and they offered burgers, beer, and bar fare. Scotty’s closed on Sunday, October 25th. They announced on their website that there will be a new restaurant opening in the …
Date night in: Five takeout options for romantic dinners at home
From tacos and margaritas to fine dining and red wine, Alyssa shares five dinners perfect for a date night in.
It’s time for a trip to Sidney Dairy Barn
If you haven’t driven out to Sidney for some cold treats, you should do it this weekend. At Sidney Dairy Barn, you can get a soft serve ice cream cone, tornadoes, milkshakes, and freezes (soda …
From sushi to udon to wings, Sakanaya is consistently stunning
More than just sushi, Sakanaya offers a solid option for Japanese takeout.
Esquire has you covered for Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving will be something else this year. 2020 just keeps coming. Whether you are hosting a small gathering or avoiding all family and hanging at home with just the kids and the spouse (like me), …
There’s still time to sign up for a local grazing dinner kit through Prairie Fruits Farm
Prairie Fruits Farm & Creamery is offering a grazing dinner kit which features goat cheese from Prairie Fruits Farm & Creamery, jam from Autumn Berry, veggies from Blue Moon Farm, and more as a fundraiser …