Tias tried her first kombucha at Cloud Mountain Kombucha, the new kombucha place in the Lincoln Square Mall.
Posts by Tias Paul:
Fish, beyond the fry
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Tias shows you where to find delicious fish dishes in C-U beyond the battered and fried versions.
A step-by-step guide on how to use your p-ebt card at C-U’s farmers’ markets
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Tias shows you how to use the p-ebt card at the farmers' markets to buy fresh food and support Central Illinois artisans and farmers.
Booze-free sips for sizzling summer days
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For the hottest days of summer, Tias shares some booze-free beverages from around the world that you can find in C-U.
Beautiful, hearty takeout from Spoon House Korean Kitchen hits the spot
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Tias went for the fried chicken but stayed for the glass noodles at the Korean restaurant on Green Street in Campustown.
Five decadent food-activity pairings for Mother’s Day
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Want to make this Mother's Day extra special for Mom? Tias shares five food gifts that are sure to be a hit.
Five Saturday morning eats at the Lincoln Square Mall
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Tias shares five spots to snag weekend treats at the Lincoln Square Mall in Urbana.
Heidi Leuszler, cottage baker, brings flavors from local fields, forests, and farms to life
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With a flair for indigenous Midwest flora, Heidi Leuszler said, “Everything we make [at Berries and Flour] contains plants that grew right here in our area.”
Four Indian street foods you can order in Champaign-Urbana
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Hungry for Indian food? Tias shows you where to find vegetarian Indian street food dishes in C-U.
Is everyone getting a new dog?
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Tias investigates new trends in dog adoption, and talks to owners why they are deciding to adopt now.