There’s a new food truck in town called Brien’s Bistro. I want to try so many things on the menu, from the yum yum chicken sandwich to Chicago style nachos to the mac n’ cheese …
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Pour Bros has crowlers to go
Pour Bros Craft Taproom has crowlers to go. They offer a great selection of draft, cans, and cocktails served on the patio and covered seating, but if you aren’t ready for a drink out, you …
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Sam’s Cafe is open for pick-up orders
Sam’s Cafe is a Champaign classic breakfast place, and they are offering their menu for pick-up. You can call 217-352-7102 to place your order. They’re open 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Take a look at …
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Rumberger’s broccoli bites are insanely good
Rumberger’s Wings at the Crossing serves up delicious wings, but oh my goodness, their broccoli bites are insane. Crispy, crunchy batter wraps a creamy, cheesy broccoli center to make a delicious mouthful. I ordered the …
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Five delicious foods you can buy in C-U and cook at home
Alyssa rounds up five delicious options for C-U foods you can make at home.
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Buy Black Chambana shared a list of carryout options for local black-owned businesses
Buy Black Chambana has shared a link to black-owned businesses with dining options. Buy Black Chambana is a community organization that empowers and creates space for all people to celebrate and honor black culture, support …
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C-U delivery drivers share what it’s like delivering food in a pandemic
Three different delivery drivers share their experiences delivering food in a pandemic.
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Watson’s Shack & Rail owners talk about fried chicken
Alyssa spoke with Watson's Shack and Rail owners Alec Gillespie and Ian Willette about how Watson's got started, what's on the menu right now, and how to get your fried chicken.
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It’s National Burger Day, and we’ve got some burger recommendations for you
I love a good holiday, and National Burger Day is up there with Christmas for me. Here’s a list of our best 8 C-U burgers, ranked and a list of honorable burger mentions. If you’re not …
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Esquire Lounge has a pineapple slushie called “not our pineapple margarita”
You can get your Esquire pineapple drink fix with their new pineapple slushie called “Not our pineapple margarita.” It looks so good. Esquire has a famously delicious pineapple margarita, but they cannot offer it right now …
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