The Weird Meat Boyz, the duo known for wild smashburgers and craft hot sauce, will open their own restaurant in the location that has remained empty since Merry Ann’s left in 2018. It was announced yesterday …
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C-U bakers made desserts with Girl Scout cookies
As part of the annual Diamonds, Desserts, and Distinction event by the Girl Scouts of Central Illinois last week, eight Champaign-Urbana bakers whipped up desserts inspired by Girl Scout cookies. The event honored two Women of Distinction who …
C-U coffee sips and sweets
From Blind Pig's coffee stout to tiramisu from Rick's Bakery, here are five coffee sips and sweets to enjoy as we celebrate National Coffee Day on September 29th.
An ice cream and cereal bar called Heavy Spoon Co is coming to Champaign
An ice cream and cereal bar called Heavy Spoon Co will take over the spot in Downtown Champaign where Aroma Cafe used to be. At this time, the new bar has no website or social …
After a hiatus, C-U Oktoberfest returned to Downtown Champaign
Sponsored by Developmental Services Center (DSC), C-U Oktoberfest returned on Saturday with beer, Bavarian pretzels, live music, games, and food by Watson’s food truck + Smith Burger Co. Photo by Alyssa Buckley. The event took over …
Where to eat during PYGMALION weekend
As you make plans for this weekend's PYGMALION, check out these recommendations for where to eat.
Ticket sales for Artisan Cup & Fork end this Friday
This Friday is the last chance to buy tickets for the annual Artisan Cup & Fork. Hosted by The Land Connection, this year’s Artisan Cup & Fork will be Saturday, October 1st at the Orpheum in …
Five bites and sips in Champaign-Urbana that taste like fall
Get your pumpkin spice fix and more with this list of five C-U fall foods and drinks.
Try to win a hot pepper contest at this year’s Flannel Fest
If you can handle the heat, you can sign up to be a contestant in Flannel Fest’s hot pepper eating contest. The Champaign Parks District have opened the sign-ups online. The hot pepper contest will be …
Check out Señores Tacos’ new taco truck
Señores Tacos opened last summer with a taco truck parked on Bradley Avenue and now has a second truck — and it’s pretty. The new purple truck is parked at the original Bradley Avenue location, and …