Urbana’s Rose Bowl Tavern will host The Red Herring for a recurring happy hour pop-up on Thursdays in June. But you can stop by between 5 and 6:30 p.m. this Thursday, May 9th, when the Red …
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Check out U of I’s Meat Science Lab for grilling stuff
Grilling season is just about here, if the rain ever lets up, and one of my favorite places to grab grilling meat is at the U of I’s Meat Science Lab. No, it’s not some …
Spend an evening with the James Beard Award winning owners of Zahav
Steven Cook and Michael Solomonov, owners of 2019 James Beard Award winning Philadelphia restaurant Zahav, will be in town on May 16th for a special event at Sinai Temple.
Jupiter’s offers half price pool and pizza every Tuesday
Did you know that Jupiter’s offers half price pool and large pizzas every Tuesday at both locations? It’s a deal that my household often takes advantage of, especially if we’re looking for an opportunity to …
Five things to eat or drink in C-U this month: May 2019
Jess offers five bites and sips perfectly suited for a little C-U food tour.
It’s almost Thesis Week at Seven Saints
Graduation is just around the corner; have you spent the last year(s) writing a thesis? That stack of paper can make you some money right now: Bring it to Seven Saints, hang it up, ring …
What are your favorite potato appetizers and side dishes?
The potato is versatile vegetable, and it is the main ingredient in some of my favorite appetizers and side dishes. The humble French fry is always a winner, but I am also a big fan …
Red Bicycle ice cream is hosting Gelato Fest
Red Bicycle Ice Cream will host a monthly Gelato Fest, in which at least one flavor or type of ice cream is discounted. This month’s celebration is on Saturday, May 18th (noon to 9 p.m.) …
Bayern Stube’s Maifest begins May 3rd
Bayern Stube‘s spring festival, Maifest, will take place May 3rd and 4th, and May 10th and 11th. This very popular event will feature special dishes and beer. Read up on their other popular festival, Hunters …
San Maru is a perfect lunch spot
When was the last time you ate at San Maru? The Korean restaurant out at The Crossing is one I will make a special trip for — those dumplings are so delicious. I recently had lunch …