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Get into the Halloween spirit with this Frankensandwich

October 30, 2020 / 8:00am / Alyssa Buckley

Cheese & Crackers' Frankensandwich ($8.99) is the perfect Halloween sandwich. On a crusty Italian baguette from TriBeCa Bakery, the sandwich has ham, garlic mascarpone spread,… More »

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Where’s your favorite place to get soup in C-U?

October 28, 2020 / 8:00am / Alyssa Buckley

Huzzah, it's soup season. Something about a warm bowl of soup on a cold day wearing a hoodie just feels right. It feels like fall. I've… More »

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Scotty’s Brewhouse is closed, and Aspen Tap House will take over the location starting next week

October 27, 2020 / 10:00am / Alyssa Buckley

Scotty's Brewhouse opened in December 2016, and they offered burgers, beer, and bar fare. Scotty's closed on Sunday, October 25th. They announced on their website… More »

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It’s time for a trip to Sidney Dairy Barn

October 22, 2020 / 10:17am / Alyssa Buckley

If you haven't driven out to Sidney for some cold treats, you should do it this weekend. At Sidney Dairy Barn, you can get a… More »

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Esquire has you covered for Thanksgiving

October 21, 2020 / 8:25am / Alyssa Buckley

Thanksgiving will be something else this year. 2020 just keeps coming. Whether you are hosting a small gathering or avoiding all family and hanging at… More »

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There’s still time to sign up for a local grazing dinner kit through Prairie Fruits Farm

October 19, 2020 / 8:30am / Alyssa Buckley

Prairie Fruits Farm & Creamery is offering a grazing dinner kit which features goat cheese from Prairie Fruits Farm & Creamery, jam from Autumn Berry,… More »

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What’s your favorite spot to grab lunch?

October 15, 2020 / 10:16am / Alyssa Buckley

I can certainly make a PB&J at home for lunch, but that's no fun. The mid-day meal is an important meal for me — and probably… More »

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Have you seen this tempting breakfast sandwich from Cafe Kopi?

October 14, 2020 / 8:00am / Alyssa Buckley

Cafe Kopi shared this breakfast sandwich on Facebook, and I can't stop looking at it. The bread, the melted cheese, and that egg all look… More »

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There’s a virtual Town Hall: Food for Justice | Food for Thought happening next Monday

October 12, 2020 / 8:30am / Alyssa Buckley

On Monday, October 26th, Artist Seitu Jones will join a panel of Champaign-Urbana residents, including several University of Illinois faculty, to think together about what lies… More »

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Check out these peanuts

October 7, 2020 / 8:31am / Alyssa Buckley

These gourmet Hope & Harvest peanuts sold by Cheese & Crackers are known for their large size and distinctive crunch. There are several different types,… More »

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