In case you weren’t looking, Champaign-Urbana has more than a few Korean joints to choose from. The best? Paul Young says it’s B-Won.
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Guilty pleasures on DVD: The Room
People say The Room just might be the worst movie of all time. Paul Young loves it, and here is why.
Cooking dim sum at home
Champaign lacks good dim sum. What’s a foodie to do? Paul Young testifies to the beauty of flash frozen substitutes, and makes a sauce to go along with them.
Newman Hall is more than meets the eye
How long has it been since you ate in the dorms? No matter, really. Newman Hall on campus is changing the way people think of dormitory grub, and everyone is invited. Even you.
Slow down at Mañana on Isla Mujeres
Sometimes our food critic, Paul Young, has to get out of C-U to enjoy its charm. On a recent visit to Mexico, what he found was overflowing with its own as well.
Preeti’s Kitchen offers homemade Indian food
It’s amazing what you’ll learn by reading bulletin boards. Paul Young found this little gem on the Annapoorna board and decided to give it a shot.
Graphic designers unite!
Champaign-Urbana had a void — all these designers, and nowhere to call home. Maya Bruck and Madelin Woods saw it fit for a change, and CUDO was born.
Always-Pleasing Thara Thai Re-Opens After Hiatus
When we’re in the mood for Thai, we always seem to end up at Thara Thai. Champaign-Urbana certainly has no shortage of Thai restaurants for us to choose from. Basil Thai may be cheaper, Nitaya …
Lamb Pilaf Perfect For Cold Winter
When I’m looking for a simple dinner that’s also delicious, rice pilaf immediately comes to mind. One-pot dinners are great because no side dishes are needed. And rice pilaf is a great way to design …
My Dinner With Art: Sam’s Cafe Lebanese Menu
When influential graphic designer Art Chantry was in town, a group of fans volunteered to take him around town to see the sights and to make sure he was well fed. Anni Poppen, a graphic …