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MUSIC CUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own ambient-drone orchestra is playing Mike N Mollyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on November 14th. Check out our talk with the superband ensemble.

TYLER DURGAN

There was an argument recently in the comments of a photo posted to the Facebook group â&#x20AC;&#x153;Champaign Urbana History.â&#x20AC;? If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re unfamiliar with the group, it is a collection of CU residents typically aged 40 to 70. Their diatribes and anecdotes can be genuinely funny, emotionally touching, historically informative or a mix of all three. Most of the members, however, moved away from here long ago. So their only window into the dramatic changes and developments in our community come through this group. One photograph last week, of the residential high-rise 310 Burnham and the County Market next door, located on the old site of the Burnham Hospital, seemed to touch quite a nerve.

People complained the buildings here were constructed too close to the sidewalks and lacked any aesthetic value. Others responded that such effects were merely the nature of urbanized cities. One guy hopped on Google Maps to post a screenshot of the corner indicating there is, indeed, some landscaping at this particular intersection. The conversation quickly devolved into name-calling (inappropriate), Naperville-bashing (unnecessary), baby-complementing (weird), and finally returned to a discussion of recent development in North Downtown Champaign. Long story short, it was a mess. But it highlighted the rapid pace with which CU is changing.

I typically like to think of buzz as a guide to what is going on locally. I imagine that a stranger visiting town for a weekend could pick up a copy and get a sense of what CU is all about, then find a good place to eat and something to do (maybe thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a little naive; does anyone actually read this?). But considering how different CU looks today than it did 10 or five years ago, the changes coming in the next five or 10 years will transform the city even further. So perhaps it makes more sense to think of buzz as a documentarian purpose: This is who we are as citizens of CU, during a period of drastic transition. These are the restaraunts, bars and shops we frequent. The CU we know may seem strange and distant to you, but you should know that yes, we realize how ugly some of these buildings are. Sorry about thatâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; no hard feelings if you tear them down to put up luxury moon elevators or whatever.

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BY NATALIE DURST Everyone is looking for the next app. You’d be hard-pressed to find someone that wasn’t once addicted to Flappy Bird or Angry Birds. In our generation, we’re always looking for the next big thing. Luckily for us, Champaign-Urbana gives us an incredible opportunity to view the new and improved! CUDO, the Champaign-Urbana Design Organization, is hosting a professional showcase of design this Friday night!

The show is at indi-go Artist Co-op from 5 to 9 p.m. and will include live music by Desafinado Trio, an exhibition of advertising, apps, photography and much more, and it even has a meet and greet with the designers on Friday, Nov. 21. This event shows us everything new and exciting about such a large range of designs. With the growing media in our lives, CUDO provides the best way to stay up to date on a wide variety of interests including filmmakers, illustrators and local designers. You don’t want to miss this event because you might just discover the next big app.

BUZZ STAFF COVER DESIGN Katie Geary EDITOR IN CHIEF Tyler Durgan MANAGING EDITOR Kaitlin Penn ART DIRECTOR Katie Geary COPY CHIEF Esther Hwang PHOTOGRAPHY EDITOR Diana Diggs IMAGE EDITOR Kaitlin Penn PHOTOGRAPHERS Lauren Aguirre DESIGNERS Ben Minard, Jill Martin MUSIC EDITOR Sean Neumann FOOD & DRINK EDITOR Paul Angelillo MOVIES & TV EDITOR Ash Valentine ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR Anwen Parrott COMMUNITY EDITOR Carly Gubbins ONLINE EDITOR Bryce Dorn DISTRIBUTION Brandi and Steve Wills ADVERTISING SALES DIRECTOR Deb Sosnowski PUBLISHER Lilyan J. Levant

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»PREPARING TO FEEL THE WRATH OF THE IMPENDING HOLIDAYS WLike clockwork, each year I prepare for the inevitable transition into the harsh winter of central Illinois. As a native of Wisconsin, the winters are a smidgen improved, but not by much. However, the real gnawing black hole inside of me has been through the realization that this year will be a special kind of uncomfortable during the holidays. As a senior hoping to graduate in the spring, the awareness that relatives will continuously bombard me with, “so… what are your plans after graduation?” at a family-filled table will be happening especially soon. Well, that’s a valid question. Just about as valid as my soliciting “so… I’m kind of in the midst of an early quarter life crisis… but enough about me, how’s your midlife crisis coming?” God damn it, when not at work, class, volunteering or studying, I am lying on my bed in a minor existential black hole of a million voices, my own included, asking what my plans post-graduation are. When I know, you’ll know. What particularly baffles me about this whole interaction within itself is how twisted it can be. There’s rarely a nice way it can go. In my usually expected reply of not being wholly sure of myself, I’m egged on about how time is running out. In my soliciting a somewhat solid plan of action, I’m goaded about how my plan is invalid or unrealistic. In my nervously laughing and cracking a joke, I’ll receive narrowed eyes and furrowed brows. In my honesty, I’m smacked with tales of people previously on the path I plan to tread, and who have fallen on their faces. At this point, I’m just frustrated with the whole interaction itself: there is no winning it, or really even avoiding it. So help me Jesus, if I get some smart-ass reply about how it’s high time to think about “the next step” again, I will spill the god damn cranberry sauce on someone’s holiday-finest pants, stone cold and without remorse. And it will leave a stain, I’m certain.

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FOOD & DRINK

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Chicago-style pizza to Champaign was Papa Delâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s owner Robert Montiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s goal when he opened the pizzeria on Oct. 24, 1970 during Homecoming weekend. Monti did not know what type of atmosphere the restaurant would bring when he first opened the establishment; he was simply following in his fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s footsteps. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Well, at first, we opened up for the students because it was on Wright Street. I was more on campus. I had no idea what to expect (from the business). My dad owned a pizza place in Lombard, (a suburb) west

of Chicago, and I thought I would just bring it down here,â&#x20AC;? Monti said.

Today, when walking into the location that opened up on Green Street in 1975, a homey ambiance is present. In the sitting area by the bar, there is a brick fireplace emerging from the ground to the ceiling in the center of the room.

Most of the employees are enthusiastic college students, and the environment is perfect for student or family gatherings.

Because business had been doing so well after the restaurant opened, an additional location

opened for pick-up and delivery. In 1989, the business permanently moved from the Wright Street location to their current location, which used to be the Evan Scholars' house.

Since the restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s goal has been to bring Chicago tradition to Champaign, Monti claims the most popular item on the menu is the deep dish pan pizza with the most common toppings being peperoni and sausage. This pizza has a thick buttery crust that is unique and a delicacy.

Even if you arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t in the mood for pizza, the garlic breads and Italian beef are popular as

well, according to Moni. Business is usually split 50-50 between students and townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s people on an average day. But the busiest days of the year are Homecoming Weekend and Dadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Weekend. Papa Delâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pizza can also be found at many Engineering School events and Law school events as well, according to Monti. Monti says the establishment continues to succeed because their biggest pride is the quality of their pizza. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We try to make the food better all the time. We do not make our product cheaper because we want to uphold our quality."

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opening on the corner of First and Green in October 2011, Maize has been a hit in Champaign-Urbana to more than just students. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our client base is all over the place,â&#x20AC;? owner Armando Sandoval said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;At one point or another, we will have a line of students or a line of construction workers or firemen come into the restaurant; it is a full spectrum.â&#x20AC;?

Sandoval opened Maize after starting school at the University and trying countless Mexican restaurants yet finding nothing he liked on campus. With over 17 years of experience working for his family in the

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restaurant business, he decided that opening the restaurant would be a good project to bring authentic Mexican food to Champaign-Urbana.

The ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite item is the Taco Mexica, a grilled cheese taco with the key ingredient of handmade tortillas. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was born in Mexico City, the capital of the taco, so of course I am partial to tacos,â&#x20AC;? he said.

However, he ensures every item on the menu is a favorite to someone. When entering Maize, despite the chaos at busy times, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re always greeted with a smile by the welcoming staff.

The busiest time of the year for Maize is Homecoming: Lines were out of the door all day from opening to closing time, according to Sandoval. It is obvious that Maize has a loyal client base because people wait for their food even when lines stretch outside of the restaurant on a daily basis, enduring even the signature Midwestern chill for that authentic Mexican flavor.

University Lakrista Cummings has been eating at Maize since her freshmen year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve come countless times when there has been a line outside the door,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I stay because nowhere else on campus

that offers me the quality of food I get when eating here. After the first bite of that chicken burrito, my wait has been made worth while.â&#x20AC;?

This is the third consecutive year that Maize has won Best Mexican Food, so it is no secret that the local community loves the restaurant. One thing people enjoy is the feeling of being full after they eat.

Everything you order comes with fresh chips and salsa, a choice of mild or spicy. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also economical: Lakrista claims to never have spent more than eight dollars for a meal, just one of the many reasons for her continued returns.

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its fifth straight Best Barbecue title, Black Dog Smoke & Ale House proves time and time again why its nondescript brick building is considered a temple to barbecue. Like many great men before him, coowner Mike Cochran, formerly a bartender at Esquire Lounge for 15 years, saw a dire situation and took action. Unsatisfied by CUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s barbecue options, co-owners Cochran and Pedro Heller opened Black Dog in February of 2009 at what was once the site of Todd & Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Taking their name from the two black dogs Cochran and his wife ownâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;and taking their signage from a drawing of one of the said dogs his wife madeâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;the team fired up their custom-made smoker and has never looked back.

Now, on the back of being named by Fox News as Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s second best barbecue spot in 2013 (only behind Austin, Texasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; endlessly praised Franklin Barbecue), Black Dogâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daily wait is longer, their burnt ends sell out quicker yet the food remains a testament to what barbecue can and should be.

The menu, as any bonafide CU resident already knows, is a mix of classics like pulled pork, beef brisket, free-range chicken and spareribs, with more nuanced selections like smoked hot polish and smoked catfish. Beef ribs, duck, catfish, meatloaf and pork belly all also make appearances on certain days of the week, while one item, the indescribably unctuous and delightful burnt ends of Black Dogâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s already stellar brisket is first come first

serveâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;and known to sell out quick. Any of these meats can be ordered as the filling of a sandwich or part of a platter with one or two others. To this, diners can choose one of eight distinct BBQ sauces that range from Georgia Peach and Texas Sauce to spicy Chipotle and Carolina Red. The love and dedication, however, does not stop at the smoker. Burgers are juicy and would be stars at any restaurant that didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have so much other exceptional meat on the menu. Black Dogâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cornbread blends green chilies, pit beans, cheese and pulled pork into corny, crumbly harmony. Succulent chicken wings, crispy French fries, tangy slaw, apple sauce that will leave you licking the bowlâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all there and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all delicious in only the way locally

sourced, homemade food can be.

And, if the food doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t absolutely blow you away, the bar will. Beer? How about one cask, 30 different bottles, 10 different cans and six different taps, all on the menu. Add that to nearly 20 different cocktails and an incredibly cultured liquor arrangement (that includes the notoriously hard-to-find Pappy Van Winkleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Family Reserve bourbon), and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got a bar thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just as exceptional as the food.

With CUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite barbecue spot in the process of opening a second, larger location, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no better time to get your hands dirty and sample some of the best slow-smoked meats and carefully-crafted sides around.

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absolute CU staple and a restaurant that makes not even the slightest attempt to conceal what itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all about, The Ribeye takes home the prize for the best steak in town. In this case, however, steak truly is singular. As their notorious commercial jingle used to go, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Ribeye is the best. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re the oneâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the great one-steak place!â&#x20AC;?

That one steak, as you can probably guess, is the rib eye, generally considered the most flavorful and best-marbled cut despite filet mignonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exceptional tenderness. The Ribeye places this prime cut of beef at center stage, for, while they offer grilled chicken and shrimp, the true star and only steak that graces their menu is the titular rib eye. Whether you opt for the eight ounce, the 10 ounce or something even larger (up to 32

ounces!), your steak comes out on a sizzling skillet designed to keep the meat warm as you dig in.

There are few other frills on a menu so singularly focused. SautĂŠed onions and mushrooms, a twice-baked potato and a salad bar form the extent of the restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sidesâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;clearly geared towards the sort of flavors we all associate with a steak dinner. A few cocktails and desserts round out the optionsâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;nothing thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to reinvent the wheel, but familiar and beloved flavors that hit just the right spot. The Ribeyeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wood paneling and brick walls might scream â&#x20AC;&#x153;traditional,â&#x20AC;? just as its menu might. Yet thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a reason CU residents and visitors alike still flock to the familiar red awning: some simple things have simply been perfected and do not need to change.

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boasting â&#x20AC;&#x153;the Worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Most Copied Menu,â&#x20AC;? Original Pancake House certainly has no problem drawing in CUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s breakfast-seeking crowds every weekend.

Yet how does a chain restaurant, normally the scorn of foodies and critics, win such high praise?

The key, explains owner Eric Faulkner, is an exceptional focus on quality food and attentive service. That means little touches like fresh squeezed orange juice and dedicated coffee servers, key cogs in the machine that leaves customers wanting for nothing other than a second

helping. Regulars are met with excited greetings and hearty smiles, and locals run into each other with such a frequency that you know theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been eating there for years. Even at the height of a jam-packed Saturday or Sunday breakfast service, parties rarely need to wait more than twenty minutes to be seated and can expect their orders to be taken promptly and monitored with loving care.

Just because things run smoothly doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean the kitchen is serving up â&#x20AC;&#x153;Plain Janeâ&#x20AC;? pancakes and omelettesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Original Pancake Houseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s menu

is widely copied for a reason. Omelettes filled with fresh veggies and juicy breakfast meats, homemade corned beef hash with glistening eggs and a selection of cereals make up the savory side of things. For those looking to break out the syrupy goodness, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find pancakes and waffles filled with everything from fresh fruit and nuts toâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;wait for itâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;bacon. And then there are the truly decadent options: oven baked Dutch Babies and Apple Pancakes that, while they require a longer wait, are about as close to eating dessert for breakfast as you can accomplish in a restau-

rant. This whole wide array of flavors and variations streams perpetually from a busy but welloiled kitchen that never seems to stop until the doors close at half past two in the afternoon. It may not be the 24/7 breakfast some of us crave, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on a whole other planet when it comes to taste. It might be a bit of a trek from Campustown all the way to Original Pancake House, but such a wide array of breakfast foods and such friendly service are as good a reason to get up early in the morning as any other!

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their fourth straight Best of CU title and their sixth overall for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Best Bakery," Pekara Bakery & Bistro has established itself as the place for floury, yeasty and fluffy bread goodness in CU. Emigrating from Serbia in 1993, Ruzica Cukâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; known as Seka to friendsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;tasted American bread and was struck with a passion to bring traditional, European creations to CU. She opened Pekara Bakery & Bistro in 2005 and, struck by overwhelming demand, opened Pekara Bakehouse in 2008 for wholesale customers. With such a rapid expansion and embrace from the community, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no surprise that fellow Best of CU winners like Black Dog, Cracked and Common Ground all source their bread from Pekara.

The star of the show at Pekara, undoubtedly, is their simple, wholesome and absolutely expertly

made European-style bread. The bakery prides itself on â&#x20AC;&#x153;clean labelâ&#x20AC;? bakingâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;that is, using all natural ingredients with absolutely no preservatives.

This commitment to quality means allowing their dough a 48-hour fermentation process and, as they say, â&#x20AC;&#x153;babyingâ&#x20AC;? it. Nonetheless, this old-school, uncompromising method allows Pekara to boast that â&#x20AC;&#x153;no machines touch our bread during the forming and baking process.â&#x20AC;? Baguette, ciabatta, focaccia and multigrain loaves are joined by hundreds of specialty pastries and other smaller baked treats for a truly dizzying array of options.

From this foundation of exceptional bread comes Pekaraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bistro menu, offering breakfast omelets, sweet and savory crepes, salads, soups and over a dozen sandwiches that bring together vibrant ingredients with those fresh, warm buns. You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need to grab your loaves or lunch and run off either:

The bistro offers diners a tranquil space to study, sip coffee and keep coming back for one more pastry.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not just about the food, however, but giving back and supporting their local producers and community that have made Pekara such a CU hit. The bakery has a strong presence at local farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; markets, sources its coffee and tea from the local company Boneyard Coffee and Tea, and participated in the Illinois Stewardship Allianceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Local Flavors program this year. Further, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the little touches like their â&#x20AC;&#x153;Monday Yumdayâ&#x20AC;? programâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;where every customer gets a free chocolate chip cookie for coming inâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;that keeps the crowds coming back time after time. No matter what indulgence brings you into the bakery, Cukâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s passion for the very best quality still rings true: â&#x20AC;&#x153;At Pekara Bread: Crust and full of holes are good things! And weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re proud of that.â&#x20AC;?

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a bit sleep-deprived, in the mood for a good snack, but also have a huge exam tomorrow that you need a quiet, pleasant place to study for. Where do you go? Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got the answer right here: CafĂŠ Kopi is a cozy local cafĂŠ in downtown Champaign, a mere 10 minutes off campus by bus. Located on the corner of Walnut Street, CafĂŠ Kopiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s large maroon entrance sign is an instant eye-catcher.

CafĂŠ Kopi is stocked with unique beverages such as Red Latte and French Soda, alongside familiar classics such as White Mocha and CafĂŠ Caramel. Alongside an invitingly long list of coffees one can try, CafĂŠ Kopi also serves carbonated fruit spritzers and refreshing vegetable juices. The cafĂŠ also serves healthy sides such as salads and pitas, as well as tasty sandwiches like the Hummus and Eggplant Experience.

When asked what sets CafĂŠ Kopi apart from other cafĂŠâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in the area, one barista answered, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a chain cafĂŠ like Starbucks or Espresso, and we get our coffee beans from local sources.â&#x20AC;?

The source added, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The crowd we get in CafĂŠ Kopi is usually grad students, and students just taking a break from campus life. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re known as this niche, and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve always been a staple in

the (University) communityâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;our cafĂŠ setting is small but very vibrant.â&#x20AC;?

CafĂŠ Kopi has indeed made its name known as a cozy, welcoming place to work or simply chat with friends. The interior is spacious, adorned with many wooden tables, all illuminated with a soothing glow. CafĂŠ Kopi is an ideal place to relax, get acquainted with a signature drink and pursue the day as one pleases.

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the bar Creamyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s closed some 14 years ago, Carolyn Farren took its underground location behind Nitaya Thai in downtown Champaign and turned it into one of CUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most relaxed and delicious pubs. Though diners might need to keep an extra eye out for the signs leading down to the restaurant, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a journey well worth making that brings you to the spot of CUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best burgers.

With a monumental bar spanning nearly the length of the restaurant, Farrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s has won hearts

with creative but unpretentious food that hits just the right spot alongside a cold beer. Appetizers mix standard pub fare like buffalo wings and onion rings with more refined options like grilled scallops and a cheese plate. A selection of tacos and salads also impress, but thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no mistaking where the heart of the menu lies.

Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The Russell with sautĂŠed mushrooms, bacon, blue cheese and pepper jack or The Fire Burger, a spicy combination of jalapenos, red

peppers, red onions and habanero/jalapeĂąo cheese, Farrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dishes out mouth-watering combinations of meat, vegetables and cheeses that are all worth trying. Further, a constant rotation of special burgers keeps patrons coming back even after theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve worked their way through the pubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s usual options.

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s even a vegetarian black bean burger with Cajun remoulade thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have non-meat eaters glowing that they took a chance going to a certified burger spot. Any one of these juicy options pairs

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perfectly with Farrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s house cut fries and fresh fried potato chips and one of their wide variety of craft beers. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a three-part combination you can get at a few spots in downtown Champaign, but thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no doubt Farrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tops them with their dedication and no-frills approach. Fourteen years might seem like a long time compared to Farrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s neighboring downtown restaurants, yet the Best Burger crown shows the still pub commands a legion of fans both old and new.

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are many restaurants that offer vegetarian dishes on their menus in Champaign-Urbana, but only one restaurant solely dedicates their menu items to vegan/vegetarian dishes: Red Herring. Red Herring typically takes dishes from different cultures and makes them into their own vegan/vegetarian creations.

When it comes to picking what will appear on their menu, the restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main chef, Holly Curia, says that it depends on what the seasonal produce is at that time. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We see what is growing locally and just work with nature,â&#x20AC;? Curia said. Red Herring also likes

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to invite their customers to become involved with the menu. They sometimes pick the menu items based on their customersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; suggestions, yet it all depends on the volume of requests they get in.

Quite a bit of prep work goes into making the dishes offered at Red Herring as well. They make everything in their kitchen from scratch, including their own special cheese. They usually soak the dried goods they have overnight, and they also prep two hours before opening every day. But the hard work doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t end there. Several workers come in on Sunday when they arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t open and dedicate their entire

day to prepping for the rest of the week, according to Curia. Red Herringâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most popular menu items are frequently the soups and specials of the weeks. Outside of this, another popular menu item in general is their barbecue seitan. Seitan, made from scratch at the restaurant, is a protein substitute. When making seitan, Curia said, they mix flour with many different seasonings and boil it. When done, it can be compared to a pulled meat such as pulled pork or chicken, and it is extremely moist and tender.

Upon entering Red Herring, you can feel the environmental friendliness through the paintings and

leaves throughout the restaurant. They usually switch out the art in the restaurant every two months so, if you are looking to get your own work shown. The interior also maintains a vintage feel to it and an atmosphere that is quite calm and relaxing for the people that want to do homework and just eat some mouthwatering vegan/vegetarian dishes. Even if you arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a vegan or vegetarian, you can still go there and find delicious meal. Not only is their food flavorful and just completely awesome, they offer some of the healthiest dishes imaginable, a combination that makes this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Best Vegetarian Food title a no-brainer.

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plenty of local establishments offer Japanese food that begins and ends with sushi, Kamakura, named after its ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hometown, brings teppanyaki iron griddle cooking to the fore. Communal tables with large heated griddles in the center serve as the stage for spatula-toting chefs to flip, stack and serve a selection of teppan specialties ranging from chicken and shrimp to filet mignon, scallops and lobster tails.

Stir fry vegetables, along with soup, rice and salad accompany each of the choices and, alternatively, offer options for those who donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t eat meat.

Further, the variety of different combinations and the ability to upgrade, expand on or share the teppan dinners means customers can be sure their talented chef cooks exactly what they want. This tableside menu joins a more general selection of noodle soups, teriyaki and tempura for those

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Paul Angelillo craving a more standard dining experience. The restaurant also features a full-size sushi bar, offering up over 40 different kinds of rolls alongside sashimi and nigiri made right in front of you. Additionally, a full-service bar with imported sake and cocktails complements Kamakuraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s full range of dining options.

While some of the tricks (onion volcano, anyone?) may not come as a surprise to those who have dined at â&#x20AC;&#x153;hibachi-styleâ&#x20AC;? restaurants before, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re performed with all of the same finesse and are still a sight to behold. For those who have never enjoyed teppan cuisine before, Kamakura has an approachable and relaxed atmosphere perfect for newcomers. When it comes to the sight, sound and taste of sizzling meatsâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;along with the fun and entertainment of watching an expert teppan chef at workâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Kamakura is the only option.

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favorite Korean restaurant for 2014 doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just dish out traditional Korean classics, but takes a bold jump into the realm of KoreanMexican fusion. Originally opened in the fall of 2010, Spoon House is Colin Kimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s second restaurant, a shift from Cocomeroâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s incredibly popular froyo and toward a savory dining experience. Kim, a native of Korea and graduate of Southern Illinois University, took what he saw as Green Streetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s monotonous selection of food options and sought to inject something â&#x20AC;&#x153;hipâ&#x20AC;? and unique.

While combining Korean and Mexican elements might strike some as odd, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a blend that takes the best of Korean barbecueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s meaty goodness and brightens it with the components of Mexican tacos and burritos. A bold choice, but one that has grown in popularity since the opening of the first Kogi Barbecue food truck in Los Angeles and other, similar trucks in Austin, Portland, Seattle and Chicago.

Thus, well aware of nearby Korean competitors

like Woori Jib, Kim saw room to introduce his cultureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cuisine to Westerners in an approachable and fun manner. That meant highlighting the spicy, meaty goodness of its meat in the familiar and portable package of Mexican fare. Wrap all this up in a bright, friendly environment, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no surprise Spoon House succeeded in tantalizing Campustown diners.

The menu is kept relatively simple and accessible, with large screens showing item names, numbers (for those hard to pronounce dishes) and rather detailed pictures of the food. On the more traditional side of things, Spoon House offers beef and chicken bulgogi, tonkatsu, beef short ribs and an array of steaming soups. Attractively and cleanly plated (customers are free to take kimchi from the front counter if they desire it), the more traditional Korean cuisine on the menu is made quite approachable to the Western palate.

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Best New Sushi On Campus in Urbana

Paul Angelillo

THOUGH

itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s certainly hard to stand out when offering Chinese food in CU, Golden Harbor is the name on everybodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lips, winning its second Best of CU title (its first in 2011). Run and opened by Mandarin Wokâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s original owners, Golden Harbor set up shop in 2010 and has skyrocketed to the top of perhaps the most saturated type of cuisine in the city. The foundation for this rapid rise, as it should be, is the food.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s almost impossible to explain the seemingly endless expanse of Golden Harborâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s menu. Every type of meat (and even specific parts of animals), seafood, vegetable or noodle you can think of from your usual Chinese restaurant is given its own category with dozens of different sauces, cooking styles and accompaniments. The number of dishes on the menu numbers well over 1500 and shows no signs of slowing downâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;new items are continually added, and the numbers assigned to them grow higher and higher.

Despite the impossibility of showing even a frac-

tion of the items that await diners, some customer favorites include crispy tofu, three-cup chicken, pork belly buns, prawns with candied walnuts and an excellent, crispy Peking duck. Some preparations might require a bit of research to fully understand but, if you know which flavors and ingredients you enjoy, navigating the multitude of pages is a surprisingly easy task. The ordering process, which has customers simply write the number assigned to each item on a pad, bring it to the register and receive a numbered sign in exchange, further eases the process and ensure accurate orders that are delivered to the right place. A BYOB and no tipping policy further endear the spot to diners who are not anywhere near being short on Chinese restaurants to choose from.

While big menus sometimes mark a trade off when it comes to quality, Golden Harbor proves itself as the best Chinese restaurant by offering absolutely everything under sun in dishes that are always on point.

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SITARA

is the Hindi word for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Star,â&#x20AC;? and after sampling the fiery delights of this downtown Urbana restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s North Indian cuisine and relishing the burn of a Sun in your mouth, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll understand just how stellar this restaurant can be.

The restaurant serves a wide variety of dishes both vegetarian and meat-based at a variety of spice levels, mostly originating from North India such as tandoor: meat and vegetable dishes baked in a clay oven, and biryani: aromatic dishes of rice and chicken or lamb with spices baked in with such

care that the steam rising from the plate delightfully singes your nostrils before the first spoonful even enters your mouth. Apart from dry dishes like tandoor and biryani, Sitara offers a variety of curries of every meat and vegetable and several specialty dishes such as chili fish: fish sautĂŠed in onions, peppers and chili sauce, and aloo ghobi: potatoes and assorted vegetables fried with garlic, herbs and spices.

A few North Indian-specific dises the establishment offers are korma, a curry of meat or vegetables with an added touch of cashew, and the

Sitara chicken masala, a dish of chicken fried in spices, onion and tomato along with Sitaraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s special creamy sauce.

Owner and Mumbai native Bobby Gomes explained the establishmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quality by noting both the dedication of his staff and the care with which he picks the ingredients. â&#x20AC;&#x153;At least once every week or two, I make a trip to Chicago to personally pick the spices we use in our cooking,â&#x20AC;? Gomes said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our chefs are also incredibly hard-working and dedicated to delivering the finest dining experience possible.â&#x20AC;?

The restaurant also caters to special events and boasts an impressive level of flexibility with regard to what types of dishes it can prepare for any given occasion. Apart from fine Indian cuisine, Sitara boasts a selection of Indian and American beers and other drinks and functions equally as a lounge and as a restaurant. Its price level is mid-range, with most entrees running between nine and 10 dollars apiece, and the reasonable prices, mixed heartily with a refreshing ambiance and a diverse selection of dishes fiery and moderate, meat and vegetarian, ensure that thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something for everyone at Sitara.

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pearl tucked away amongst downtown Urbanaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Main Street businesses, Siam Terrace surpasses the needs of its customers. Offering an immensely varied selection of authentic Thai dishes, the restaurant also provides a sushi bar, desserts and an assortment of beverages. With a low-key elegance about the simple dĂŠcor and shiny wooden floors, the restaurant acts as the ideal place to grab a quick lunch or a casual eveningâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bite. However, unsurpassable is the restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s staff, mak-

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ing their ultimate priority the customers.

Particularly excelling in its genuine Thai dishes, the restaurant shines in taking its offerings a step further. With a diverse collection of specials available, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always something new to try. From duck basil to Panang salmon, if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re feeling like trying something new, Siam Terrace will gladly extend it. Additionally, the restaurant offers a vegetarian menu and will even put forth the effort to concoct a dish to your detailed liking, be it making something spicy or mild, or even as-

sembling a vegetarian imitation. The restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s highest priority is their customers, easily seen in the businessâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s genuine devotion to their dishes and affable atmosphere. Additionally, it should be duly noted that the restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sushi bar does not skimp. Offering a smattering of appetizers, both cooked and raw rolls, Ă la carte and lunchtime specials, there is no limited selection.

Taking the knowledge of Siam Terraceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heaping selections of food available to pick and choose from, the restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dishes prove fairly af-

fordable. Although considered a twinge higher than average, the quality of the food (and service) should be taken note of. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We provide fresh, healthy food, andâ&#x20AC;Ś chefs do not use MSG in any of the dishes,â&#x20AC;? says the restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website, adding â&#x20AC;&#x153;(We) use only the freshest ingredients and pure vegetable oil.â&#x20AC;? Next time youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re out on the town looking for sustenance, try swinging into Siam Terrace. Not only will you be balling on a budget, but youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be eating healthily and enjoying it, too.

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Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s has perfected the simple sandwich and art of delivery. As the winner of Best Sandwich and Best Delivery this year, the sandwich shop continues its unwavering success in Champaign-Urbana. With three locations on campus, Jimmy Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dominates the sandwich scene and uses its commitment to quality and quick assembly to stand out from the plethora of competing sandwich shops.

Starting in 1983, 19-year-old Jimmy John Liautaud opened the first Jimmy Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s location in Champaign, Ill. With very little startup money, Liautaud committed to making a gourmet sandwich that would greatly satisfy and bring customers back.

By using high-quality ingredients, creating classic sandwiches and offering fast delivery, Liautaud gained popularity within the community and slowly expanded outwards. Over three decades later, Li-

autaud, now CEO of a franchise with nearly 2,000 locations nationwide, still attributes his success to what he calls an â&#x20AC;&#x153;old schoolâ&#x20AC;? philosophy: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Great meat, fresh bread, Hellmannâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mayo, real olive oil and red wine vinegar. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not tough to make great food if you use great ingredients. Strategy is simple.

We treat our general managers as partners. We share the profit and teach them how to control what they can and manage what they canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. When the people and profit are aligned, free enterprise becomes a very powerful incentive to outwork most of the competitors. That translates to better service and a more consistent experience.â&#x20AC;?

While this commitment to quality on all levels draws plenty of customers into CUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s three locations, Jimmy Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s impeccably fast delivery is really their ultimate forte.

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Paul Angelillo

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more can be said about Merry Annâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s that we all donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t deeply and tenderly know? One of few Campustown establishments open 24 hours (and that serves â&#x20AC;&#x153;real foodâ&#x20AC;? at such an hour), the diner has become a sort of mythic true north for those who hit the bars and get hit back. Having won numerous Best of CU titles for 24-Hour Hangout, Breakfast Food and Drunk Food in the past, the notorious diner only picks up the latter of the bunch this year. Nonetheless, the Best Drunk Food title is undeniably fitting for a restaurant thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s usually among the first adventurous students and visitors find themselves at.

Opened by Anastase Pomonis in 1983 and named after his wife, the checker-tiled diner is now under the ownership of his son, Tony, and boasts three locations around CU. While Merry Annâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lack of a closing time is certainly reason enough to attract

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the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tipsy throngs, the foodâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;which can only be called diner classicsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;keeps them coming back and bringing their equally inebriated friends.

Eight classic combinations lay the foundation of the breakfast side of the things, featuring two eggs and a selection of one or more of breakfast meats, hash browns, toast or even a rib eye steak.

Those who need a little extra lining in their stomach might gravitate towards the Diner Stack, a delectably greasy pile of hash browns, cheese, hamburger or sausage patties, eggs and sausage gravy. From there, omelets, waffles, hotcakes and French Toast complete a selection of breakfast options sure to entice diners who likely wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wake up until past noon the next day.

Lunch items like burgers, grilled cheese, hot dogs and saladsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;along with a la carte options like chili cheese fries, soup, shakes and sundaesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;cover all the bases for patrons who have already...

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Grove Tavern is the first of its kind in Champaign-Urbana.

Its menu is homegrown, bringing locally-sourced ingredients, at the peak of their perfection, straight to the dinerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s table. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We serve farm-to-table, from-scratch comfort food with a modern twist in a trendy, fun and inviting atmosphere,â&#x20AC;? a spokesperson for Big Grove said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our menu focuses on utilizing local ingredients at the height of their season.â&#x20AC;?

Everything, from the meat selection to its brewed beers, is local, and guests can find peace of mind know exactly where their food came from. However, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not just the restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premium ingredients that sets it apart from the rest: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The guest experience is our highest priority. Our service standards are set to please all of our guests, every time they dine with us.â&#x20AC;?

Their attention to detail and customer service gives you an unforgettable dining experience that

keeps the community coming back for more, with a commitment to source the best ingrediants from surrounding farms, ranches, dairies and breweries.

This season, one of their most popular dishes has been the new grilled cobia, â&#x20AC;&#x153;a delicious fish entree not to be missed.â&#x20AC;? The dish is perfect to pair with one of their many drink specials such as five dollar house cocktails on Wednesdays or halfpriced glasses of wine during Sunday dinner. Even the cocktail menu changes seasonally and now

includes â&#x20AC;&#x153;classics with a twist like the Spiced Mule, made with a horseradish-ginger infused vodka.â&#x20AC;?

Moreover, you can feel good while eating good, as creating this demand for ingredients helps support the local economy and makes eating sustainable for assessable for the community. Big Grove Tavernâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unique menu, excellent customer service and specials have allowed them to become a staple in downtown Champaign and a destination to check out, no matter the season.

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no trivia night like trivia night at Cowboy Monkey, starting at 7:30 p.m. every Sunday. Hosted by Big Dave, this free event combines a celebration of frivolous knowledge and some great specials: $1 Miller High Life drafts, $2 Miller Lite drafts, $2 Jameson shots, $5 vodka Red Bulls... itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an alluring list for the trivia-goer who enjoys a fun, laidback community and cheap alcohol.

Cowboy Monkey opens up at 6 p.m. on Sundays, leaving plenty of time for those devoted to trivial pursuit to claim a table for their team. But be warned: the place gets crowded fast, and seating is limited in the winter months without the addition of their gorgeous outdoor patio.

Known largely for their music performances, Tuesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s open mics and Wednesday tango/ salsa nights, Cowboy Monkey keeps the week fresh by ending on Trivia Nights. They make it a perfect time to kick back, ponder whether or not you know your Greco-Roman history or

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The quirky team names and larger-than-life personality of Quizmaster Dave fit right in with Cowboy Monkeyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s alternative atmosphere, which finely balances a classy setting with cozy, dim lighting. The place really brightens up with the addition of music and people chatting.

With plenty of obscure questions to up the challenge, the bar has consistently offered fabulous prizes, ranging from gift certificates to picking up part of your tab if you win a roundâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;but thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only part of the reason trivia nights have become so popular at Cowboy Monkey. Whether people gravitate toward the venue to get one last boost out of their weekend or to take a break from the mental exhaustion caused by homework, Sunday Trivia Nights provide great specials, consistently competitive but friendly games and a fun outlet for your brain (as well as a solid opportunity to tap into that knowledge you know you can only remember when youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re drunk).

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bars on campus operate on a variety of levels, depending on the kind of experience the nighttime reveler has in mind. Dens of chaos and mosh pits like KAMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S and the Red Lion stand in stark contrast to the quiet, almost restaurant-level vibe of Legends. For a sit-down bar experience on campus thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the closest youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll get to downtown bars like the Blind Pig and Mike â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Mollyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, and for a choice thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s laid-back but still got enough energy to give your night out some momentum, Murphyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s is your establishment of choice.

Featuring a diverse selection of drinks on tap: bar manager Rob Pinto lists the selection as 25 draft beers, seven types of whiskey and various microbrews sourced from the same marketplace as the Blind Pig. Combining great drinks with arcade games and a basement pool table, this bar is perfect for a night out when you just want to catch up with friends over a few decent brews without being jostled on a sticky dance floor or screaming yourself hoarse over the music.

The staff at Murphyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s has a range of opinions as to

why the student body keeps coming back. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re drawn to the authenticity of the place and the tradition,â&#x20AC;? general manager Ryan Block said.

Bartender Kim Boi added, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s obvious that the bar staff and everybody that works here is really enjoying themselves, and that enthusiasm spreads through to everyone else.â&#x20AC;?

In addition to excellent drink specials, Murphyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also boasts a menu of pub food items that will nestle nicely in your belly along with its hearty ales. One

favorite of the menu are the Irish nachos, a sizeable plate of waffle fries adorned with cheese, bacon bits and sundry other delectable nacho toppings that hits the spot perfectly after a pitcher of amber lager.

Murphyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s started serving CU in 1969, and the interior boasts its age. Over the years, patrons have scratched their names into the wooden paneling and tables throughout the bar, and Murphyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lets these stand as a testament to how long itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been running.

This ability of any patron to leave their mark on the establishment only adds to the barâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s timeless aura.

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looking for a bar out west in that area known as â&#x20AC;&#x153;off campus,â&#x20AC;? consider dropping by downtown Champaign and heading to the Blind Pig Brewery for the best damn beer selection in town. I arrived at 4:30 p.m. on a Wednesday, which is not exactly prime business hours. Regardless, the tavern was still alive and well. People of all sorts mingled around the bar, including someone with a nice British accent and some guy talking about RocknRolla, a fine Guy Ritchie film. Clearly,

in contrast to sports bars and dance bars, the Blind Pig is a place where you are meant to go and talk to the people you came there with. There were no televisions as distractions but instead soft lighting throughout the establishment, putting the focus on your fellow bar patrons as you share some splendid brews and talk the night away.

Lounge at the booths, reminiscent of the cloisters of ancient monks, or in the more pleasant months, consider sipping your beers in the outdoor space,

ringed with Christmas lights and the sights and sounds of downtown. There was one hell of a beer selection as well, as they boasted 26 draughts as well as plenty of other top-shelf liquor and bottled imports. I ordered a nice Stella Artois as I waited to hear from the manager, who agreed to see me.

The bartender there wore an excellent beard and was more than happy to find him for me. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re known for our vast beer selection, knowledgeable employees, and great atmo-

sphere,â&#x20AC;? manager Andy Gravlin bar. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Definitely the atmosphere.â&#x20AC;?

I found that I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t agree more as the Blind Pig has one of the finer reputations in the area.

It was interesting to learn that they have a menu that changes from time to time and Gravlin orders, â&#x20AC;&#x153;whatever he wants or whatever they need.â&#x20AC;? He gets to pick and choose the finer beers from a variety of local distributers and keeps the menu very interesting.

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Binnyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Beverage Depot is a prime example of this.The Illinois alcohol shop is more of an affordable alcoholic market, with a seemingly endless selection at a commercial rate,

somehow still finding a way to give a local feel.

With 31 locations across the state, Binnyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t â&#x20AC;&#x153;Champaignâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s storeâ&#x20AC;? so to say, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still â&#x20AC;&#x153;Illinoisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; store.â&#x20AC;?

In terms of location and proximity, Binnyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Champaign location is a lot more accommodating to the Champaign-Urbana residents who used to frequent other major liquor stores like Friar Tuck.

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The prices attract business as well, allowing customers a range in their spending. You can purchase wine for less than $10 or spend hundredsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the choice is put in the customersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; hands through a vast selection.

One of the best features about Binnyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Champaign location is its tasting room, which customers can find their favorite wine to purchase.

The room also allows the store to host special

BEST SLICES: PAPA DEL'S Sean Neumann, Music Editor There's nothing I hate more than spending money. And there's nothing I love more than eating foodâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;especially pizza. So how much do I value Papa Del's half-price slices deal? I can't even begin to describe it. Sure, I may be giving out one of the best kept secrets in Champaign-Urbana, but this is deal everyone should know about.

Everyday, Papa Del's sells their leftover slices from lunch hour at half price in a first come, first serve serving style. Of course, you have to be lucky enough to get their first, but those who do get their in time to be one of the lucky few to buy slices at half price are reaping the benefits of what could be the best food deal in CU.

BEST PLACE TO STARVE YOURSELF FOR: JERUSALEM RESTAURANT Diana Diggs, Photography Editor Definitely worth starving all day so you can finish your entire dinner special.

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events, such as the upcoming Thanksgiving Wine Tasting later this month (Nov. 21) or the Holiday Shopping Kickoff Party on Dec. 5.

Events like these bring sense of locality to the state-wide shopping chain and help make it the best in its area.

BEST BREAKFAST DURING BREAKFAST TIME: SAM'S CAFĂ&#x2030; Austin Gomez, Asst. Music Editor For most people on campus, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pretty much the Merry Annâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bandwagon or bust. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s certainly a prime location for cheap breakfast food to drunkenly gobble down at 2 a.m. or guzzle down bottomless coffee during an all-nighter. However, for honest-to-goodness breakfast foodâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the kind that you can only get between the hours of 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.â&#x20AC;&#x201D;thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no better place in the CU than Samâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s CafĂŠ. Cash-only and smack dab within the heart of downtown Champaign, Samâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s is the kind of breakfast place where you not only stick around for the noisy grill ambiance but also because your stomach will forbid you to get up. Try one of their stuffed omelettes or a plate of their famous French toast â&#x20AC;&#x153;cakes,â&#x20AC;? and the 30-minute trek downtown will make sense.

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The most-awaited addition to Downtown Urbana finally opened at the end of the summer and it was everything I had hoped for and more. A Plus VIP Lounge is the club venue Urbana has wanted and needed. This bar is outfitted with cozy purple velvet couches so you can look comfy-cool while sipping on a cocktail of your choice, or delighting in an order of mozzarella sticks. Not to mention they have an incredibly versatile programming schedule on their TVs-- everything from Arrested Development marathons to college basketball games. Basically, this bar offers something for everyone. If you’re lucky you might even catch a night where they have complimentary put-put out to satisfy a late night mini golf craving.

Did I mention there’s free wifi? Bring your homework! They also offer a variety of great specials ranging from $2 drafts to 1/2 off appetizers if you need a light snack. Be sure to keep this up-and-coming bar on your radar if you’re looking for good times and good vibes. Despite the odd hours, my consensus is that A Plus VIP Lounge is an “A Plus” choice for your Friday and Saturday nights!

BEST LEGENDARY BAR: LEGENDS BEST REAL MEAL: THE SUGAR BEAR AT PIZZA M Paul Angelillo, Food & Drink Editor Surprise, surprise. Everyone in CU still (justifiably) loves Papa Del’s. For me, however, there’s only one pizza pie that graces my table when the craving for cheese and sauce and crust hits. An EVOO base with fresh mozzarella, sausage and pepperoni is an enticing start. But then apple slices? Gorgonzola? Surely there can’t be maple syrup as well.

The Sugar Bear might sound unconventional, but it’s a smoky, salty, and subtly sweet beast that makes your one or two topping pizza look only half dressed. The crisp apples provide the perfect bit of fruity acid to cut through the double does of porky while glistening mozzarella soothes the palate with a familiar, stretchy goodness. Only then does this scrumptious slice yield to the buttery sweetness of the Gorgonzola, a perfect lead-in for a hearty dose of maple goodness and the satisfying snap of Pizza M’s not-too-thin crust. The other pies in town might make for good pizza, but Matt Kitzmiller’s sugary creation is a real meal.

MOST PATIENT WAIT STAFF WHILE DEALING WITH MY VEGAN AUNT AND UNCLE: SEVEN SAINTS Emily Dejka, Asst. Community Editor A while back, my family came to visit. My aunt and uncle have been vegetarians for as long as I can remember but recently took the plunge and went full vegan. As you can imagine, this makes ordering at restaurants quite difficult. Still, my grandpa had heard amazing things about Seven Saints, so off we went. Now, I have had patient waiters in the past, but the Seven Saints staff blew them all out of the water. Our waiter dashed back and forth between our table and the kitchen no fewer than 10 times to ask about soups, salads and bread ingredients. While I would’ve cracked after the first, “Does this soup contain chicken stock?” he answered every question with a smile on his face. Finally, it was discovered that the hummus was 100% vegan and totally delicious. Keep doing what you’re doing Seven Saints—you definitely hire the best.

Carly Gubbins, Community Editor Using the term “legendary” to describe Legends is extremely corny and worth a few eye-rolls, but screw it. It is legendary. Maybe it’s because I’m what people call an old soul, and they play some of best old-school rock. Maybe it’s because they’re the only “campus” bar that serves a lime with your gin and tonic—one that ISN’T brown.

Or maybe it’s because it’s very unlikely that you’ll see 19-year olds grinding on each other or find people having sex in its bathroom stalls (see my Worst of CU entry).

As a bar, Legends is just good common ground. For example, if you’re a non-student who wanted to blow off steam after work someplace that isn’t Downtown, you probably wouldn’t go to the place that smells like vomit and feels as though the floor is covered with such. At the same time, if you’re a student who is over waiting in line in 30-degree whether to get into a bar—that is probably run amuck with people with Red Bull-infused drinks, shots of what I’m pretty sure is just Koolaid, fratstars and what have you, Legends is your safe haven. See where I’m going with this? Legends is a place where non-students and (cool) students can coexist. If you’re sitting at the bar, you might just be able to catch the Disney Channel Original Movie Brink! to which I’ve never heard any objections. And if you’re sitting at the booths by the windows that look out towards Green Street, you are getting prime people-watching seats. No joke. Win-win.

BEST STUDY DRINK: COLD BREW COFFEE AT FLYING MACHINE Anwen Parrott, Arts & Entertainment Editor There is no shortage of quality coffee shops in Champaign-Urbana, but few places approach coffee with the love and care that is doled out daily at Flying Machine Coffee. Each drink is beautiful, flavorful and inventive, and even the most basic of beverages are somehow separated from their cross-town counterparts. Which brings me to their cold brew: that shit is POTENT. I’m someone who can drink multiple espresso shots and fall asleep within the hour (#college) but one cold brew coffee from Flying Machine makes me jittery – and as any caffeine rush is a good caffeine rush, Flying Machine is automatically a great place to be. Thank you, Flying Machine Coffee. You have served me well.

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an evening of theatrical wonder and delight, to revel in the darkest tragedies and the lightest comedies, check out the Station Theatre, a small, independent dramatics venue in Urbana.

So named because it was converted into a theatre in the 1960s after being used as a railway station, the Station Theatre is run entirely off volunteer ef-

forts, from the playwriting to the acting and stage crews, and as such each production is a unique undertaking. According to the theatreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s web site, many of the theatreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;alumni have become top industry professionals and routinely express gratitude for their years at the Station.â&#x20AC;?

The theatre itself is home to the Celebration Company, a theatrical group that staffs the the-

atre and puts on 10 plays throughout the year.

Some of the plays are adaptations of popular shows such as next to normal, while other productions are written by local playwrights.

Tickets for shows run at $16 dollars each on Friday and Saturday and $10 per show any other day, and refreshments such as coffee are provided for free or a suggested donation in the theatreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lobby.

At the moment, the theatre is showcasing a production of Venus in Fur, a play-within-a-play in which a writer and director attempts to adapt the 1870 Masoch novel of the same name into a stage play and starts succumbing to the domination of the actress in the same way that the novelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s protagonist succumbs to the woman he initially attempted to dominate.

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by making such a space available to local artists, indi go has been able to offer guests an opportunity to view and purchase high-quality art at affordable prices.

For the staff at indi go, it is important that the pieces of art on display in its gallery represent different branches of contemporary art. This allows for viewers and potential buyers to appreciate a wide scope of artwork, as opposed to just a single

theme and style. The co-op does an excellent job of giving residents in the local community access to a wide variety of the arts, often displaying exhibitions, hosting musical performances and offering outreach and educational programming related to the arts. indi goâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s local emphasis encourages viewers and potential buyers to interact with the artists and ask about the meaning of the pieces on display. Art-

ists are always eager to share stories about their own creative processes that result in the pieces displayed at the co-op, and this level of interactivity allows for the gallery itself to connect with the community in a more hands-on and effective way.

In offering viewers the opportunity to interact with artists of different mediums, indi go hopes to enrich the community with the experience of attending an open and friendly art gallery.

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Champaign Public Library won the best library category for numerous reasons, but the most important is the wonderful resources and the comforting atmosphere that it provides.

Both of these qualities have a huge effect on the library, making it incredibly helpful and welcoming to people of all different ages and backgrounds.

The Champaign Public Library also offers a wide variety of programs for their diverse visitors!

The librarians are honestly a huge part of what

makes this library so wonderful because they are all always so helpful and understanding. They always assist to the best of their ability, going above and beyond their actual job descriptions.

If anyone needs help finding a book or any sort of resource, they are the best way to get it, and are always much more helpful than the Internet.

The structure itself is very airy and homey all at once, making it a place where people want to stay and keep coming back. The huge range of

books that it holds certainly only helps with that aspect because it will have something special for everyone that comes in. By constantly updating the current stock, the library has items published in many decades. So if you are looking for a new book, it is highly likely that the Champaign Public Library will have it in its collection.

Libraries are an important, free resource for the people of our community, and it can safely be said that the best one to be offered is the Champaign

Public Library. It offers a lot of different programs, available for anyone who is interested, which is something that really helps brings everyone together in a more personal way. It is located at 200 W. Green St. in Champaign, and is open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. every Monday through Friday. On Saturdays, the library is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays. The Champaign Public Library can be reached at 403-2000 anytime during open hours.

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searching for each monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shows in Champaign-Urbana, The Canopy Club is always one of the first places to check.

The Urbana venue has become historic since opening its doors in 1998, running three show spaces in one venue (the Void Room, the Small Hall, the Theater).

The Canopy Club has hosted a wide variety of

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acts, from Snoop Dogg to Eric Church to Neutral Milk Hotel to Skrillex. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Over the years, we have never shied away from any particular genre or style of musicâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;or non-music events for that matter,â&#x20AC;? said Michael Armintrout, talent buyer and director of marketing for the Canopy Club.

The Canopy Club is also an integral part of the

local music scene, allowing local bands a venue to play at with a bigger feel to it, hosting events like Monday Night House Party which features local bills along with mixed local events like the annual Pygmalion Music Festival. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We try our best to keep up with national and regional music trends and keep the talent weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re promoting at the Canopy relevant to the campus

and community audience,â&#x20AC;? Armintrout said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For a market the size of Urbana-Champaign, I feel that weâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the whole Urbana-Champaign music communityâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;have historically been ahead of national trends and on par with larger markets like Chicago. The ever-evolving and progressivethinking campus audience definitely helps the market maintain that place.â&#x20AC;?

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be smart and have a good time,â&#x20AC;? says Austin McCann, the general manager of The Art Theater Co-op. With a lighthearted chuckle yet a serious intent, McCann intends for audiences of the Art to genuinely enjoy their time at the theater. From the eclectic selection of films offered, monthly menu of events and the incomparable atmosphere, the theater proves as a gem amongst the nooks and crannies of Champaign-Urbana. From films like The

Grand Budapest Hotel to Ida to Particle Fever, there is always something to take a gander at.

With yearly events to look forward to, like Octoberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s month-long horror flick fest Shocktober, Late Night screenings, broad-based and intersectional film festivals, and even Q&A panels after some films, one must be a large grump to not enjoy something at the Art. Not only does the Artâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s selective programming make it a needle in a haystack, but so does its com-

munity-based atmosphere. Folks who have flocked to the theater should already be well-aware of the appeal of the Art, but anyone who worries about the atmosphere being too hip or too dry, fear not. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gotta keep it weird. Canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be boring. Never be boring,â&#x20AC;? McCann said, making it one of the Artâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s missions to offer a selection of films that assure someone will find something they like or want to learn more about.

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no surprise Elsinore was chosen as the best band in Champaign-Urbana yet again this year.

The indie-pop band has held a stronghold over the title in a constantly changing, constantly productive CU music scene. Elsinore is growing stronger as time goes on too, having released two full-length albums and two EPs within the last four years. The Champaign band lives and breathes CU, signed to Parasol Records (Urbana) and still

playing house shows in the area, despite earning the right to step out of the basement scene through select commercial success.

Elsinoreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s focus on remaining local while branching out in a marketing sense has gained attention from other artists in the area as well. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think the key to keeping that â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;local sweetheartâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; status for so long is making sure that you are being involved in the community as much as possible,â&#x20AC;? said Vivian McConnell, singer and guitarist of

Grandkids. â&#x20AC;&#x153;From what Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen over the last five years, Elsinore has been super active all over town playing benefit concerts, Ryan (Groff) playing solo, encouraging a very supportive music scene, etc.

Their dedication really pays off.â&#x20AC;?

A lot can be said about Elsinore and a lot has already been said over the years, but according to McConnell, it just takes one show to understand the effect the band has on its audience. â&#x20AC;&#x153;At the last show I saw them play at Cowboy Mon-

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He was punching the air and holding his hands over his heart and feeling every word to every song. At first, I found myself laughing at this kid but then I realized how cool it was to see someone having such a physical, emotional reaction to Elsinoreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s music.â&#x20AC;?

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year, another win for â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;90s Daughter as ChampaignUrbanaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best cover band. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;90s Daughter is a fourpiece cover band that mainly plays songs from the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;90s in its set but also dips into hits from modern artists like Katy Perry and Lady Gaga.

Having just celebrated their fifth anniversary, the band feels itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in full stride. Whether theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re tossing beads into the crowd or directing those in the audience to take shots, the band said they aim to bring energy to the stage every night. Frontman Tom Grassman said the band is also tireless in its

efforts to promote itself. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got to bang the drum loud and often,â&#x20AC;?

Grassman said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You could be the best band on your block, but if no one knows, it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t matter.â&#x20AC;?

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a college town, things are always changing.

Exile on Main Street has been a mark of consistency as a part of the local music scene for over a decade, most known for its location on Main Street in downtown Champaign.

But recently, the record store moved to a new location a few blocks away on Chestnut

Street near downtown Champaign. The store sells everything from local music to national and international records. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also a hefty selection of used vinyl, tapes, CDs and video games. Exile has often hosted shows or in-store performances, most notably during the annual Pygmalion Music Festival where bands have

performed outside of the store.

Local musician and former Exile employee Isaac Arms said the storeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s central downtown location and the storeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s decade-long existence is the reason the store is often regarded as the best in Champaign-Urbana. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The new location is amazing,â&#x20AC;? Arms said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m

very excited to see it bloom.â&#x20AC;?

With the new locationâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;which features a gigantic art replica of the Rolling Stonesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 1972 album of the same nameâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;the record storeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s decade-plus run continues in Champaign and remains the top place to buy music in the minds of many in CU.

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remember the first time walking into The Upper Bout.I broke the strings on my guitar just after losing a capo and a strap. My mood had sunk pretty low.

Looking to get in-and-out, I stopped by the music store to get what I needed. But when you enter The Upper Bout, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard to just walk right out.

The brick walls, the lined up guitars, the wood floors blanketed in throwaway rugs, the new couches, the neatly placed gear. Entering, it feels more like someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home than someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s business. It seems almost rude to just leave. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our goal is to offer an environment where people want to participate in music or simply

observe it,â&#x20AC;? store owner Ricky Bright says on the storeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website. And a music shop in one of the Midwestâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most active music scene does just that â&#x20AC;&#x201C; especially one with an atmosphere as welcoming as The Upper Bout.

Surrounding the counter, a group of guys were joking about an odd colored guitar they had seen.

They seemed like old friends, but one was just a customer talking with Bright.

Bright said he looks to make a connection with the Champaign community, and in just one instance of walking through the store, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard not to notice him making it with each person that walks in.

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EDITORS' PICKS

BEST PLACE TO WATCH TV WHILE EATING A MEAL: MY BED Esther Hwang, Copy Chief In the 11 (plus or minus four) minutes that it takes me to scoop up an entire plate's worth of food into my mouth, some episode of a worthy TV show is fired up and watched in its entirety. Usually, all of this also happens in the comfort of my bed, which is topped with two and a half inches of memory foam. Yah. To the Gentlemen of Urbana: I'm equipped with Netflix, Amazon Prime and even a free trial of Hulu Plus that will last until approximately midnight on Monday, Nov. 17. I won't share any of my food with you, probably, but I'm all for sharing a screen. Bonus points if you have Fandor.

BEST ENTERTAINMENT: PEOPLEWATCHING AT MERRY ANN’S Kaitlin Penn, Managing Editor “Isn’t nature amazing?” If you’ve ever seen that clip of Parks & Recreation in which Ron takes the time to watch some of the varied granola hippies and alternative young adults at a co-op, you’ll know this is what he conveys. After seeing a group of boy roommates openly watch porn—and talk to others and myself about it—I can say I’ve seen a lot there. Other times, I’ve witnessed juicy gossip between servers about their peers and those served. Sometimes dramas have been conveyed. A golden quote once received from the best waitress there, Maggie: "Yesterday, at about four in the mornin’, I was makin’ a shake and then went outside for a cigarette and said, 'Please God, don’t let me fuckin’ die here with the scoop in my hand.'"

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BEST BAND WITH WHOSE MEMBERS I AM FRIENDS: SINGLE PLAYER Tyler Durgan, Editor-in-Chief Sean is going to be pissed I am writing about him anyway, but he would really start fuming if I failed to disclose that he is our Music Editor here at buzz. I understand he is worried that the magazine promoting one of its own could be construed as a conflict of interest. But after such a big year for the little guy, we would not be living up to our duty to fully cover the happenings of Champaign-Urbana if we ignored the rising star. The dude put out a killer 21-song tape this spring, played a shit ton of shows (including performances opening for Sky Ferreira and Speedy Ortiz) and has generally been a really great friend. He’s been hard at work at this publication, too, covering Pygmalion, Skeletal Lightning, Mariposa, Illiac (did I miss any other festivals, Seth?) and starting a sweet podcast called BuzzTalks (listen to the hilarious Sharon Van Etten episode). Sean deserves all the Penn Station and Papa John’s money can buy. Now you know that I have three words inside of my mouth.

I cried the other day listening to a techno song. My tweets have been extremely literal.

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one walks through the doors of Bouffant Hair Salon, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re greeted with a comforting, yet professional atmosphere.

Stylists cordially welcome you as they skillfully perform their craft. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even think of you as clientele. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a guest in our home,â&#x20AC;? co-owner Ashlee Bialeschki said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We take time out of the appointment to get to know and connect with you.â&#x20AC;?

Instilling this sense of belonging in every customer has been a cornerstone at Bouffant Hair Salon since the beginning and persists even still.

Stylists get to know their clients before cutting their hair in order to build a strong relationship between the two, and to develop an original hairstyle that fits each unique personality.

Through the building of these relationships, Bouffant has been able to set itself apart from the competition, offering a salon-quality haircut with a camaraderie seldom seen in establishments of similar reputation. This may explain their recent success and why many consider the establishment the best of its kind in the CU area.

Although open for only a year and a half, Bouffant has already doubled their staff to meet the needs of the greater Champaign-Urbana community. But even as the salon continues its expansion, ideas of home and family are never far behind. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be where we are today without our stylists and clientele,â&#x20AC;? said co-owner Hillary Warner. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want to grow together and do our thing.â&#x20AC;?

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quality service, attentive customer care and an all-around amazing establishment, Modern Nails Salon has earned its spot at the top, providing a memorable experience that has kept customers coming back since 2007.

Owner Michael Nguyen explained his plan for success that distinguishes Modern Nails from other nail salons in the area. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our strength, I believe, is in our team of nails technicians (who) focus on their specialized skillsâ&#x20AC;Ś they perform better when in their own comfort zone,â&#x20AC;? Nguyen said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;By striving to make each and every client happy when they leave our doors, we are set apart from other salons. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always a manager on duty at the salon, so if thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something a client is not particularly thrilled about, we

assist them in any way we can. We know we canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t make everyone happy, but we are open to suggestions and critique from our clients.â&#x20AC;?

Simply put, Nguyen and his staff care for the customer and their opinions. On top of the quality of service that is offered, students in the surrounding area also receive a place where they can be understood. Surprisingly, Modern Nails provides an environment where the day-to-day transitions from being an adolescent to an adult can be comprehended and acknowledged. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Being a graduate from Northern Illinois University myself only 10 years ago, I can connect with the students and understand the process by which they are establishing their independence,â&#x20AC;? Nguyen said. â&#x20AC;&#x153; Continue reading online at readbuzz.com

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lot has changed for Dandelion since the store won â&#x20AC;&#x153;Best Vintage Clothing Storeâ&#x20AC;? in 2013.

Dandelion left behind its location of 20 years on Taylor Street and relocated to Chestnut Street, partnering with Exile on Main Street to open a store that is twice as big as the previous one.

Although the new store looks vastly different from the old one, some things just had to stay the same. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We still have a huge menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s section that the guys say theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re grateful for because we do try to keep it half menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and half womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s... so the Dandelion mix is still here, definitely, and the customer service,â&#x20AC;? owner Sara Hudson said.

When customers walk into the store, they are faced by a mix of menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clothing in front of the counter. To the left, there is a dressing

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room and a separate room dedicated to womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clothing. The menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clothes are to the right of the entrance and blend smoothly with Exileâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s side of the store.

It is impossible not to notice the many details of the store. The building used to be a train station, and the frame of the ticket booth still stands in the back right of Exileâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s space. There is colorful artwork on the ceiling and a stage in the center of the store that looks like a giant Rolling Stones record. The many windows on the front and the back of the building illuminate the store nicely. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everyone says it feels like home when they walk in, and I feel really relaxed when I come here,â&#x20AC;?

Hudson said.

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the past 20 years, entrepreneur Danelle Jameson has continuously curated unique and contemporary garments that capture the individuality of her Champaign-Urbana customers. While Circles Boutique may be a little over 150 miles away from the popular Wicker Park boutiques in Chicago, the downtown Champaign store emulates the charm of big city boutiques without the air of pretentiousness.

Fast fashion retailers, such as Forever 21 and Urban Outfitters, are within close proximity and cater to the same customers. Yet, while theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re all attempting to appeal to the same crowd, Circles Boutiqueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s customer-centered mission is what allows Jameson to help customers develop their own individual style. Jameson elaborates on a metaphor

that she believes explains the role Circles Boutique has in the creation of customersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; individual styles: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our customers come into Circles Boutique with their own blank canvas, and the clothing pieces in the store are certain paints we give them and that allows them to paint their own style.â&#x20AC;?

In an era where nothing is immune to the digital revenue, independent fashion retailers continue to brainstorm methods that encourage consumers to shop locally and not seek out garments from online outlets such as H&M and Tobi. As for Jameson, the long-term is more important in her clothingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quality. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I try to focus on items that you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t find online and tend to come from independent labels,â&#x20AC;?

Jameson said.

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on campus opens doors to new experiences, whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to a frat party for the first time, facing your fear of heights and rock climbing or getting a tattoo. Located on West Church St. in downtown Champaign, No Regrets Tattoos is the place to visit if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re interested in stepping outside of your comfort zone and getting a personalized tattoo. Owner and artist, Matt Sines, opened up his business in 2006 and this year itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been rated the best tattoo place in the Champaign-Urbana area.

When asked about his interest in the tattoo business, Sines stated, â&#x20AC;&#x153;By the time I was fifteen, I knew that I wanted to be a tattoo artist.

My parents put me through some private art classes and a couple seminars in high school.

I would see these tattoo magazines, see some of the things that they were doing, and realize that the local scene was far from it. I wanted to achieve that level of tattooing that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d never seen before.â&#x20AC;?

Sinesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; incredible tattoo art includes intricate

designs, colorful animals and specialized portraits. He also works with a team of seven other people, other talented artists who were recruited after one to two years of training and share a passion for this art. During the interview with Sines, I asked him what makes his tattoo business unique from the rest. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We try to create a very friendly environment,â&#x20AC;? Sines responded. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very public friendly. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard to build a relationship at a lot of shops, if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve never been there before.â&#x20AC;?

No Regrets promises a great experience for those interested in getting a tattoo, even if itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something out of the ordinary. When asked about one of the strangest requests from a customer, Sines said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;A guy came in who had been with his mistress and was getting ready to come home to his wife and he had two big hickeys on his chest.

So he came in and got them covered up with a tattoo, which I thought was ingenious. It was a big Panther.â&#x20AC;? Clearly, no request is too crazy for Sines and his team at No Regrets.

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of The Smoke Shack are never disappointed upon entering the quaint little shop located on Green Street. With a range of hookah flavors from strawberry to blue dream, illuminated glittering smoke and water pipes secured behind glass and decorating the shelves that line the walls, as well as a small side shop connected to the main area which has incense, hippie-wear, body jewelry and tapestries to deck out your space, the shack offers many options for smokers.

Smoke Shack employees add to the appeal of the establishment. They are extremely friendly, knowledgeable in pipe care and always willing to give a recommendation, welcoming newcomers and answering any questions they may have. Along with the warm atmosphere, smokers are even welcome

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to light up while they browse the hundreds of pieces and the many hookahs that surround them.

At times, this small shop can be overwhelming (despite its discreetness) because of the number of options they have. What sets the shop apart, however, are the snacks and individual beers that canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be found in any other smoke shop on campus. Not only can patrons quickly pick up anything they may need, but they can also satisfy whatever cravings they have with a quick and convenient snack.

The Smoke Shackâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s selection of tobacco, pipes, hookahs and many other goods are not only durable but are also well pricedâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;so if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re ever in need of anything, you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to break the bank. The Smoke Shack, with its warm atmosphere and incredible selection for such a small shop, is an excellent place to visit for your smoking needs.

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co-founder Tim Chao first established Neutral Cycle in 2012, he aimed to provide more to the community than just bikes.

Neutral Cycle began as a small workshop in Urbana but according to Chao, he and his collaborators have worked over the years to take Neutral Cycle to the â&#x20AC;&#x153;next levelâ&#x20AC;? and bring bicycle innovation to the community.

In April 2014, Neutral Cycle opened its second shop on Fifth and Green, a location thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s close and convenient for students. According to Kevin Stillwater, one of the creative minds behind the shopâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s innovations, this new location aims to offer repairs and bring new, affordable bicycles to students.

Chao and his partners also aim to incorporate â&#x20AC;&#x153;bicycle innovationâ&#x20AC;? into Neutral Cycleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s foundation,

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and work with the community to expand beyond the shopâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s business aspect. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In terms of the shop, there are three major things that we provide: sales, repairs and rentals. But the idea of Neutral Cycle tries to go much beyond that,â&#x20AC;?

Stillwater said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We really try to integrate ourselves into the community as a business that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just try to sell things but tries to find things that the community needs.â&#x20AC;?

According to Chao, Neutral Cycle has a team of about 15 people from multiple disciplines, such as industrial design, business and journalism, working to bring these innovations to the community. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We really want to give a chance for younger people to work together, bring the best out of us and bring the innovation here,â&#x20AC;? Chao said.

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of the competition for book buying is dominated by large corporations like Barnes & Noble, online shops, or e-books. That is why it is so refreshing to come across a locally owned, independent bookstore that is still thriving after many decades of business. Jane Addams bookstore has been around since 1985, and it is no wonder that it still remains in business, despite the difficulties of being a small business in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s world.

A walk through Jane Addams bookstore is paradise for all book lovers. There is a certain charm in the three stories and fifteen different rooms packed with rows upon rows of books. The shop offers more than 70,000 titles, so it is without a doubt stocked with any type of book readers are searching for, even those who have broad reading interests.

Some digging around is needed when exploring the shelves for the book that is desired, but the treasures that could be stumbled upon are worth it. There is an organized clutter to it though, with more than 100 categories of books and 18 sections.

The store also offers a selection of rare and out of print books that is impressive in part to being located near a large college campus. Another unique characteristic of this bookstore is its collection of ephemera, which are items such as postcards, tickets and old photographs.

Besides selling books, Jane Addams hosts many events such as book signings, book readings, art instillations and activities for children. It also encourages the community use the store for things like workshops, book clubs and receptions.

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doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take much poking and prodding around Common Ground Food co-opâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inviting storefront to discover what makes the shop a unique one.

Known for their large selection of local, organic and natural foods and products, it is the (always noticeable) passion and excitement for healthy and ecofriendly food that separates the co-op from other grocery stores in town.

When first exploring Common Ground, there appears to be no limit to the various products it carries. There are, of course, the food items one would

expect of a natural food store: fresh produce, organic milk and yogurts, natural snack foods and cereals, bulk bins of granola and locally-raised eggs and meat. However, there is also a bakery, coffee bar and a deli that regularly cranks out organic meals and side dishes. Common Ground also boasts a large selection of natural cleaning and beauty products, and a portion of its back wall is always devoted to a display of craft beer.

Although the quality of its products alone sets Common Ground apart from other local competi-

tors, it is the holistic approach toward health, as well as the emphasis placed on health education, that solidifies the store as a truly important part of the local community. Common Ground Food Co-op is, first and foremost, a co-operative; it is partially owned by community members who receive discounts and the opportunity to vote on decisions affecting the store. It isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just a place where individuals shop, but one where they can voice their opinions and create change.

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Orchard and Pumpkin Patch is located at 3902 S. Duncan Road, in Champaign, and is said to be the best place to visit on a fall afternoon. Curtis Orchard is open from July 20-December 20, and has activities that can take up an entire day for everyone in the family.

Depending on the time of the year, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s apple picking, a Munchkin Land toddler area, a petting zoo, a giant slide, a Putt â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;n Play, an obstacle course, a Wicked Orchard Shoot-Out, wagon rides, a corn maze, pony rides, Wayneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kettle Corn, and even face painting. For lunch, families can enjoy a meal at the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Flying Monkey CafĂŠâ&#x20AC;? thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s themed after the Wizard of Oz movie, while they enjoy some free, live entertainment.

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pastries that are in season. During the Halloween and Thanksgiving seasons, families can pick their own pumpkins in the pumpkin patch. To end off the Curtis Orchard season, families can register to have breakfast with Santa beginning in early December.

One of the Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very own students, Rachel Curtis, has a family member on her fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s side, who actually owns Curtis Orchard.

Paul Curtis started Curtis orchard with his wife Joyce when his parents passed it down to them. Before Curtis Orchard turned into an orchard and pumpkin patch, it was a farm with hogs and corn. When Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parents passed on the farm to him, he and his wife decided to make something of it.

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sculptures, and tall, lush grass prairie. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not a surprise that Meadowbrook Park was recognized as the best park to spend a spring afternoon and best park. Located in south Urbana, Meadowbrook is the largest park in the district, featuring a farmstead, herb garden, 80 acres of recreated Illinois Tall grass prairie, the Timpone Ornamental Tree Grove, organic garden plots, a sensory garden, a shade garden, the Districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest play structure and the Wandell Sculpture Garden. Visitors are able to explore and enjoy a part of Illinoisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; natural history.

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breathtaking. It has a very welcoming atmosphere and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a very beautiful place to relax after a busy week. Also, I enjoy being so close to the deer that roam freely,â&#x20AC;? said sophomore Jehan Schemmel.

The park has many amenities, which include: drinking fountains, electricity, gardens, open fields, playgrounds, sculptures and water features.

Dana Mancuso, Vice Chair Public Information Manager of Urbana Park District, said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m in charge of Meadowbrookâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s social media, marketing and advertising. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m responsible on posting statuses and images on Meadowbrookâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Facebook page and website. Meadowbrook used to be farm property and now it was recreated into an atmosphere where anyone is able to visit and admire its beauty.â&#x20AC;?

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you looking to fill a hole in your life? More specifically, a doughnut hole?

If you are, look no further than Pandamonium Doughnuts, a food truck offering hand-made gourmet doughnuts in an ever-growing range of inventive flavors.

Owner James Kyung said the business grew out of his own kitchen in 2012, when he began baking doughnuts for family and friends as a hobby. He’s now created over 40 flavors of doughnuts, including peanut butter and jelly, strawberry basil and maple bacon apple, to give just a small taste of the wide variety Pandamonium offers.

Kyung, who graduated from the University in 2009 with a degree in animal science, said he started the business slowly by first selling his creations and testing customers’ response at Urbana’s Market at the Square and other local events, such as Made Fest and Taste of CU. Then, on November 4, Pandamonium broke onto the CU food truck scene.

The Pandamonium Doughnuts truck can be found from Tuesday through Friday parked on Goodwin Avenue next to the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts starting at 7:30 a.m. until the doughnuts are sold out – which, so far, has been 1 p.m. at the latest, Kyung said. On Saturdays through the rest of this year, the truck will be parked starting at 8 a.m. in the Lincoln Square Mall parking lot in conjunction with Urbana’s Holiday Market. In this way, Kyung said, he hopes to use the food truck’s mobility to reach as much of the community as possible, from University students to long-time CU residents. Eventually, he said he hopes to open a brick-and-mortar storefront for Pandamonium.

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Kyung said he attributes Pandamonium’s success as CU’s best new business in part to taking a slower approach to growing his business.

“Starting a business is very daunting, definitely, especially because you don’t really know how the public will respond,” Kyung said. “But luckily I had the market to test flavors and the public’s response.

I had a slower approach and kind of took baby steps along the way.”

But, he said, the most important thing for starting a new business is to feel the love.

“When you’re starting a new business or starting anything, it has to be something you have a passion or love for and something you have a desire to grow and be constantly trying to improve,” he said.

“You need to have a love for what you’re doing to motivate you.”

This passion for doughnuts may just be what makes Pandamonium Champaign-Urbana’s best spot to declare your love.

“I think it’s because doughnuts make people happy,” Kyung said. “When you’re eating a good doughnut, you just can’t help but feel the love and you start sharing it. We like to present ourselves as very happy people, and we’re just trying to serve doughnuts that we love making.

It’s just contagious.”

As for what doughnut you should serve that special someone, Kyung has a couple of recommendations.

“I would probably go for a s’mores or chocolate peanut butter doughnut,” Kyung said. “I think those would be good ‘share the love’ doughnuts. If someone gave me one of those, I’d think, ‘Oh, this person’s trying to send me a sign.’”

-Urbana is a community full of characters, ranging from boisterous coffee shop employees to charming local musicians and, of course, to a smiling man with a photoshopped wolf head.

The local Internet sensation that is Wolfbear began quite simply a few years ago. “It really started as a joking nickname between me and my friend Kitty,” said Matt Harsh, the creator (and face) of Wolfbear.

“I would wear wolf shirts a lot and I was also in this DJ crew called Wolfpack based out of Chicago. So wolf was kind of a thing that was associated with me a lot – it was mainly the wolf shirts though, because that was usually what I was wearing for a good year and a half of my life.”

Harsh’s fondness for wolf apparel, combined with his bearded appearance and proclivity for online goofiness, naturally led to the creation of a character bearing the name often given to him: Wolfbear.

“I like to do a lot of stupid stuff on the Internet, like photoshopping things,” Harsh said. “So I initially made this meme with my face and a furry wolf head… I took that head and put it on a bear, and that’s what started the Wolfbear meme. It was like my excited face on this wolfbear body. Then I started photoshopping him into different scenes: in a school, at dinner, him at the grocery store, but he looks ridiculous so it’s usually really funny.”

The Wolfbear meme quickly proved to be a popular one, gaining fans within Harsh’s friend group and throughout the surrounding community. Other people began having fun with the character as well, creating their own images of Wolfbear in various

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situations that were similarly well-received. The character of Wolfbear became such a loved one on Facebook that Harsh gets recognized as Wolfbear while out and about in Champaign—even by unlikely fans.

“I’ve gotten to know (Mayor Don Gerard) over the past few years, but when we first met, I’d see him at the Schnucks in Champaign and he’d yell from across the grocery store “Wolfbear!” Harsh said.

“He only knew me as Wolfbear for a while.”

The widespread popularity of the online figure inspired Harsh to consider expanding upon the character of Wolfbear and giving him a backstory.

Harsh’s creativity and work in the film industry led him to the preliminary developments of a short TV series that would provide an explanation for how the mysterious Wolfbear came to be.

“When he was a kid, Wolfbear was in a circus family that trained bears,” Harsh said. “They were on a train and (classically) the train crashes, so Wolfbear escapes into the woods with the bear family. “ The ensuing tale involves Wolfbear being raised by a harmonious group of wolves and bears, venturing into the human world to rediscover his humanity, living behind a truck stop, moving to a trailer park and attending community college. As bizarre as the tale is, it is embedded with themes that are almost universally relatable.

“He’s struggling with his humanity and the whole idea of nature versus nurture, and [attempting to reconcile] what he’s becoming and what he has come from,” said Harsh.

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BEST GAS STATIONS: GREEN ST. & LINCOLN AVE Kaitlin Penn, Managing Editor Not only are they conveniently located near my residence, but they’re also open 24 hours. There’s a reason they call ‘em convenience stores, folks. What proves not merely convenient, but special, about these particular gas stations is just what they offer. While I’m able to buy most of the little necessities I hanker for, the one thing I can’t buy are the moments that occur at them. With experiences that vary in preparing for a night of drinking Red Stripe, filling the void within me with candy, or just as excuse to get out of bed at 2 a.m. and take a walk, each experience resonates deeply with me. The cashiers have seen me at both some of my finest and my worst moments. At one of the gas stations, I got cat-called at in the parking lot so uncomfortably that I had to leave – and just cross the street to the next one. Shout out to the cashier that wears the R-E-S-P-E-C-T pin and listened to me after that threatening experience. Shout out to the cashier that sees me looking bleak in my pajamas. Shout out to the cashier who always plays her music while checking people out. I already have an odd affinity for gas stations, and these are two at the top of my humdrum little list.

BEST GAMING STORE: LIVE ACTION GAMES Ashish Valentine, Movies & TV Editor For all the escapists out there nostalgic for the blocky polygonal models and trippy environments of video games past, look no further than Live Action Games in downtown Champaign. From the very moment you open the door, you’re greeted with the magical chime from Legend of Zelda, and step into a true hidden gem of Champaign. Live Action stocks practically any video-game related product a visitor can think of, such as a diverse selection of games new and old, consoles like Super Nintendos, Game Boys and Dreamcasts, video game figurines, art books and much more.

Beyond just serving as a store, however, Live Action regularly hosts tournaments for games like Street Fighter II and Super Smash Brothers, and the owners are happy to take trade-ins and fix up old consoles, and the staff are incredibly friendly (shout out to the owner, Adrian, for being an especially chill gentleman).

BEST SUNDAY NIGHTLIFE: C-STREET Melisa Puthenmadom, Asst. Arts & Entertainment Editor Sunday night drag shows at C-Street are a guaranteed good time, every time. With brilliant performers, a fun-loving crowd, and a great set-up on the high stage, C-Street gives its Kings and Queens a place to really shine. $4 cover is a solid investment if you’re looking for great music and fun little surprises like the last act turning out to be someone’s marriage proposal to their significant other. C-Street is a wonderful community that knows how to make Sunday nights special!

BEST BARISTA: DUNKIN DONUTS Bryce Dorn, Online Editor

BEST BATHROOM TO CRY IN: ENGLISH BUILDING Melisa Puthenmadom, Asst. Arts & Entertainment Editor Whether you just turned in the worst term paper imaginable or are having your biweekly existential crisis, the bathrooms in the English Building are there for you with a stall wall to cry on. Only accompanied by artistically vulgar Sharpie art, these campus bathrooms are among the best to think, meditate, and hyperventilate when the phrase "work force" pops into your head.

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The guy at Dunkin Donuts on Green St. The one-and-only champion of caffeine. A true diamond in the rough. My reasoning can be summarized by the three C’s: Caliber. I can order anything on the menu fully knowing it will be of better quality than any other in the greater Champaign-Urbana area. Consistency. I walk into Dunkin and am met with a friendly and familiar face, and I already know that my beverage will be at least as delicious as the last. (un)Canny. I don’t know how he does it, but there’s something special about those iced coffees that makes them truly remarkable. He’s a genuine hero, and does a great service to students and townies alike daily. If anyone deserves the next key to the city, it’s him.

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You raise shimmering vessels of a deep crimson, and the glasses make a satisfying clink off each other before rebounding, their contents trickling into cherry lips. The meticulously-chosen wine slips down your throat, and you resist the almost overpowering temptation to take ravenous gulps of the eveningâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s libations, instead relishing the aftertaste on your tongue as a plate of seared steak accompanied by red kale, homemade romesco sauce and confit potatoes is set before you. You and your date gaze at each other, a deep, carnal hunger visible in both of your faces as you take the first bite.

Bacaro has been selected yet again by the community as the best place to take a date in ChampaignUrbanaâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and for good reason.

The restaurant and wine barâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s menu varies depending on new dishes that chef Drew Starkey and owner Thad Morrow are constantly innovating with novel combinations of hand-picked, locally-grown ingredients from sources like Blue Moon farm. The dishes range in inspiration from the mountains and plains of Italy to the various American regions, and Bacaro offers either a Market Monday menu of a fixed-price set of dishes, or seperate sets of courses meticulously chosen to complement wines, all prepared with seasonal ingredients.

Looking around the establishment, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to see a design philosophy of elegant minimalism prevail-

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comes as no surprise that the â&#x20AC;&#x153;clubâ&#x20AC;? on campus is considered to be the best place to find a one-night stand. At Red Lion, the pre-gamed alcohol, sweaty environment and loud music gets students going more than anything.

And who said thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a bad thing? â&#x20AC;&#x153;For most people, any time at Lion is a good time.

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a reason why the line is almost always down the block, even when the cover charge is increased,â&#x20AC;? said bartender Bill Hilger. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everyone on campus wants to go to Lion.â&#x20AC;?

Being considered one of the most popular bars on campus will come flirting, dancing and other various sexual interactions. There is usually innocent dancing throughout the bar, but most of the more serious dancing occurs on the dance floor

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Main Quad on campus is good for many things, including playing frisbee, studying, soaking up some sun, and hanging out with friends, as well as many other things. This year, the Main Quad has been voted for (drum roll, please) the best place to people watch, have your first kiss and, something a bit more interesting, having sex in public. I can understand the first kiss one because the Quad is a beautiful place to be on campus. It makes for a good memory when you think back and say, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Oh, this is where I had our first kiss.â&#x20AC;? Most people walk through the campus at least once a day, if not more, so that memory will come up and make you happy all the time.

Or, you know, sad, if the relationship went sour.

I can also agree with the main quad being the best

place to people watch because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a central part of campus, and there are so many interesting people at the University it makes for some â&#x20AC;&#x153;aweâ&#x20AC;? moments, like when you see a couple kissing (unless you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like that type of thing, then itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an â&#x20AC;&#x153;ughâ&#x20AC;? moment), or when you see a cute dog. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll also have some awkward moments, like when you see people dressed up in full zombie gear and makeup AFTER or way BEFORE halloween. I think itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s safe to say that people watching on the Main Quad is never a fail.

BUT, this whole being the best place to have sex in public is a bit interesting to me. I would stray away from it because of the fact that so ma-ny people go there to just people watch.(Perhaps that is WHY people go there to people watch?). However, it could the wrong person, like a professor or a future em-

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Of course, as most students know, the flirting, dancing and other various sexual interactions can intentionally (or even unintentionally) lead to more.

This can entail being â&#x20AC;&#x153;posted against a wall somewhere, or getting a little too touchy feely at a table.â&#x20AC;?

If it gets too far out of hand, a doorman will usually be asked to break the interacting pair apart. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t break it up, they will usually be asked to leave the bar and take it somewhere private,â&#x20AC;? said Hilger. â&#x20AC;&#x153;To no ones surprise, they usually listen.â&#x20AC;?

Although hook-up culture is a huge component of Red Lion, the bar is unique in other ways as well.

Managers are constantly creating new ways to attract business, including adding events like â&#x20AC;&#x153;Senior Nightâ&#x20AC;? or â&#x20AC;&#x153;Frattle of the Bands.â&#x20AC;?

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is the best time to experiment, explore, and feel comfortable in your own skinâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and the staff at the Illini Arcade is happy to help with all of the above.

Described as a â&#x20AC;&#x153;store for everyone,â&#x20AC;? the Illini Arcade is especially friendly to first-time buyers, which comprise of 50-60% of visiting customers.

Arcade employees are frank, honest and there to help you get the most out of your shopping experience. All you need to do is ask.

Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d be surprised how many people stop by.

The Arcade is open till 3 a.m. most weekdays, but is also available 24 hours for the weekends. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People come in after the bars close, saying they need something now, or you get the 5 a.m. crowd,â&#x20AC;? one employee explained. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You can always come

in for any urge. You need something? Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re here.â&#x20AC;?

With a range of selection accommodating to first time buyers as well as experts, the store clerks are well-versed in everything they sell. They arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t afraid to have genuine conversations about what youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for, and you can be sure that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll walk away with the right fit.

The storeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most popular items include fleshlights and vibrators, like We Vibe and the Sensuelle Point or Pearl, but those may not fit everyone. The Arcade makes it a point to keep its selection fresh and up-to-date with the latest trends. Most employees will advise you to come in once every six months to a year: why not keep things exciting and check out products that may be a better fit?

WORST OF CU

WORST LINE: PANDA EXPRESS Maya Trilling, Web Slinger

EDITOR'S PICKS

When you first see this, you might think I’m completely wrong because it’s campus-wide knowledge that the Chipotle on Green St. is notorious for it’s line length, but the difference lies in the fact that Chipotle is worth waiting for. Panda Express on the other end is commonly mistaken as “real” and “tasty” Chinese food, and it takes the cake for worst line in CU because there are so many more authentic/unique Asian cuisines native to CU. Whenever I see a line out the door at Panda I grimace just knowing that right around the corner is Cravings, and right down the street is Bangkok Thai who are both more deserving of business than this frequent food court fixture. So next time you think about waiting in line between those sliding glass doors at Panda, consider going the extra block and trying something outside of this fast food chain.

WORST BATHROOM: SCARRED FOR LIFE WORST TREND: DOUCHEBAG HALLOWEEN COSTUMES ON CAMPUS

Carly Gubbins, Community Editor Blind Pig. Small bathroom. Two stalls. “Couple” having sex in the one next to me. Not discreet. Traumatized forever.

Ashish Valentine, Movies & TV Editor No, it is not OK for white people to dress up as Native Americans for Halloween. I happen to be the other kind of Indian (the kind actually from India), but that doesn’t mean I can’t point out casual appropriating of other cultures when I see it (Especially since white folks apparently couldn’t tell us apart anyway LOL). “It’s just a costume,” you say? It’s not like you stole the land out from under them, put them on forced marches across the country as a result of aforementioned land-robbery, or stuck them in re-education camps or anything like that. “You’re not drunk enough,” you reply in between Natty Lights. Why, are you gonna try and offer me booze in exchange for Manhattan island?

WORST LACK OF NEIGHBORHOOD THIRD PLACES: EVERYWHERE Tyler Durgan, Editor-in-Chief This semester, I have been enrolled in a truly fascinating course called "Neighborhoods & Politics." In it, we basically examine what makes a neighborhood a successful community. For a data-gathering assignment, I sat in Huber's for an hour and recorded the activity I observed. Although Huber's is pretty quiet on Wednesdays around 1 P.M., the utility of a nearby space where neighbors can gather to hang. Holy shit, that's such a cool idea. We need more places like Huber's and Ice House. Why not something in or near Carle Park? Just saying.

WORST NOISE: CONSTRUCTION Ben Minard, Designer I'd just like to take a short minute to politely complain about the construction happening on campus. This morning I was inconvienienced when i was forced to take a detour because a brand new sidewalk installed only months earlier was being mercilessly obliterated. #literallyicant

WORST TREND THAT NEVER GOES AWAY, AND PROBABLY NEVER WILL: BASIC WHITE GIRL Katie Geary, Art Director Ihope you're all thinkin what I'm thinkin. The timeless look that will never cease to exist as long as middle-class, white females roam this planet. Ahh the image is firmly implanted into my mind. Yes you guessed it—North Face, black leggings, Uggs, and don't forget! Pumpkin Spice Latte Starbucks drink in hand. I mean, I have no problem with it..I guess I just like being a little more original. You do you, girls, you do you.

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The Canopy Club 708 S Goodwin Ave (217)367-3140

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A Armored Gopher Games 1508 N Cunningham Ave (217)344-4263 The Art Theater Co-op 126 W Church St (217)355-0068

B Bacaro 113 N Walnut St (217)398-6982

Champaign Public Library 200 W Green St (217)403-2000 Circles Boutique 114 N Neil St (217)359-2195 Common Ground Food Co-op 300 S Broadway Ave #166 (217)352-3347 Cowboy Monkey 6 Taylor St (217)398-2688 Curtis Orchard & Pumpkin Patch 3902 S Duncan Rd (217)359-5565

D Dandelion 9 E Taylor St (217)355-9333 Destihl Restaurant & Brew Works 301 N Neil St (217)356-0301

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Original Pancake House 1909 W Springfield Ave (217)352-8866

P Jane Addams Book Shop 208 N Neil St (217)356-2555

Papa Del’s 206 E Green St (217)359-7700

Jimmy John’s 43 E Green St (217)344-6200

Pekara Bakery & Bistro 116 N Neil St (217)359-4500

K Kamakura Japanese Restaurant 715 S Neil St (217)351-9898

M Maize 60 E Green St (217)355-6400 Meadowbrook Park 2808 S Race St (217)384-4062

R Red Herring 1209 W Oregon St (217)367-2340 The Red Lion 211 E Green St (217)722-9000 The Ribeye 1701 S Neil St (217)351-9115

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Memphis On Main 55 E Main St (217)398-1097

Siam Terrace 212 W Main St (217)367-8424

Exile On Main Street 116 N Chestnut St Suite 120 (217)398-6246

Merry Ann’s Diner 1510 S Neil St (217)352-5399

Sitara 114 S Race St (217)344-6440

Binny’s Beverage Depot 802 W Town Center Blvd (217)355-0625

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Modern Nails Salon 1711 W Kirby Ave (217)954-0500

Smoke Shack 208 E Green St (217)359-0850

Black Dog Smoke & Ale House 201 N Broadway Ave (217)344-9334

Farren’s Pub & Eatery 308 N Randolph St (217)359-6977

Murphy’s Pub 604 E Green St (217)344-4372

Spoon House 616 E Green St (217)344-3483

Big Grove Tavern 1 Main St (217)239-3505

The Blind Pig Brewery 120 N Neil St (217)298-5133 Bouffant Salon 2860 S Philo Rd (217)693-7481

C Cafe Kopi 109 N Walnut St (217)359-4266

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G Golden Harbor Authentic Chinese Cuisine 505 S Neil St (217)398-8988

I Illini Arcade 33 E Springfield Ave (217)359-8529

N Neutral Cycle 624 S 5th St (217)979-2471 No Regrets Tattoos & Body Piercing 117 W Church St (217)351-9902

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Station Theatre 223 N Broadway Ave (217)384-4000

U&W The Upper Bout 723 S Neil St (217)607-8132 White Horse Inn 501 E John St (217)328-2865

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1007 W. Main, U.

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Gillespie Properties

1008 W. Main, U.

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1BR/2BR with Hi Speed Int, near Engr, DW, W/D, sec bldg

709 W. Green, U.

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Cable and Internet included

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302 S. Busey, U.

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1004 W. Main, U.

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302 S. Busey, U.

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1010 W. Main, U.

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Hunsinger Apartments

808 W. Clark, U.

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306 N. Harvey, U

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1003 W. Main, U.

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105 E. Green, C.

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2, 3, & 4 bedroom houses fully furnished near Engr

308 N. Orchard, U.

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B

Near Engineering Dept

203 N. Gregory, U.

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1BR/2BR Hi Speed Int, near Engr, DW, W/D in-unit, sec bdg

315 N. Orchard, U.

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204 N. Harvey, U.

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301 W. Park, U.

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Crystal Lake Park across the street

906 W. Clark, U.

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305 W. Park, U.

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Near bus stop, water included

1005 W. Stoughton, U.

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401 W. Park, U.

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403 & 405 W. Park, U.

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Near Computer Science Building

407 W. Park, U.

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911 S. Oak, C.

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Armory House Properties 2nd and Armory

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Bailey Apartments

www.armoryhouse.com

217-384-4499

F Individual leases, leather furniture, balcony & dishwasher www.baileyapartments.com

217-344-3008

Castle on Locust

217-840-1070

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217-384-9444

www.gillespieapts.com

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Joe Allan Properties

217-337-1565

www.hunsingerapts.com

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www.joeallanproperties.com

217-359-3527

1004 W. Springfield, U.

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911 W. Springfield, U.

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404 W. High, U.

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111 S. Lincoln, U.

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901 W. Springfield, U.

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Large units

204 E. Clark, C.

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1010 W. Springfield, U.

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505 W. Springfield, C.

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409 W. Elm, C.

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Bankier Apartments

www.bankierapts.com

217-328-3770

217-367-6626

www.klattproperties.com

202 E. Green, C.

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712 W. California, U.

5+

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7-10 BR house, tenants pay all utilities.

1107 S. Second, C.

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F

Large 4 bedrooms in a great location

705 W. California, U.

5+

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7 BR house, tenants pay all utilities.

410 E. Green, C.

Studio,1,2,3

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Great location & newly remodeled

710 W. California, U.

5+

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6 BR house, tenants pay all utilities.

519 E. Green, C.

2

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New Construction. Finished Fall 2014.

408 W. Illinois, U.

5+

B

5 BR house, tenants pay all utilities.

603 W. High, U.

5+

B

5 BR house, tenants pay all utilities.

407 W. Elm, U.

5+

B

5 BR house, tenants pay all utilities.

Burnham 310 310 E. Springfield, C.

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217-239-2310

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310 S. State St, C.

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$835, includes one parking

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314 E. Clark, C.

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New! Now open

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2

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$925, includes one parking

606 E. White, C.

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New! Ultra-luxury

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2

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$835, includes one parking

303 S. Fifth, C.

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610 W. Stoughton, U.

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$540, includes water & one parking

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201 E. Armory, C.

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$1365, parking $70

511 W. Church, C.

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$550-$560, includes water and one parking

1106 S. Second, C.

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507 W. Church, C.

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$510-$550, includes water and one parking

1004 S. Locust, C.

2

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511 W. Church, C.

2

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$725-$785, includes water and one parking

Roland Realty 112 E. Green, C.

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Shlens Apartment

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U Fireplaces, garages, lofts www.shlensapts.com

217-344-2901

904 W. Stoughton, U.

2,3

F

Covered parking, W/D some units, flat screen TVs

58 E. Armory, C.

2

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$930, includes one parking

1004 W. Stoughton, U.

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201 E Armory, C.

2

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$990, parking $70

1009 W. Main, U.

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Flat screen TVs, leather seating, 1 block from Beckman

53 E Chalmers, C.

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1102 W. Stoughton, U.

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1012 W. Clark, U.

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$635, includes one parking

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Tri County Management Group

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906 S. Locust, C.

1,4

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Efficiencies available. Sewer/Trash incl. Parking only $40/mo.

908 S. Locust, C.

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705 S. First, C.

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1.5 bath or full bath with W/D in unit

705 S. First, C.

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217-367-2009

217-384-8001

410 W. California, U.

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404 E. White, C.

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403 W. Illinois, U.

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