Thanksgiving 2023
Thanksgiving, a time for gratitude, family gatherings, and of course, feasting! But before you can dive into that delicious turkey, you need to know where to go. Fear not, hungry …
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November New Restaurant Challenge
It’s a New Month – Time to Try New Restaurants! The start of a new month is the perfect time to break out of your dining rut and try some …
Celebrating B-N Women-Owned Businesses
October is National Women’s Small Business Month, and here in Bloomington-Normal we are fortunate to have an abundance of amazing women-owned businesses to celebrate! From restaurants and bars to specialty …
Tasty Tidbits: August Anniversaries
August was a month of celebration and milestones as we toasted to the incredible local restaurants that marked another year of serving up delicious dishes and unforgettable dining experiences in …
Tasty Tidbits (August 2023): Celebrating Recent Openings, Memorable Milestones and Saying Farewell (for now)
Eat Local: Bloomington-Normal is thrilled to share the latest happenings in our vibrant food/beverage community. Supporting and promoting local eateries is at the heart of what we do, and we …
Tasty Tidbits (July 2023): Celebrating Recent Openings, Upcoming Delights and Memorable Milestones
Eat Local: Bloomington-Normal is thrilled to share the latest happenings in our vibrant food/beverage community. Supporting and promoting local eateries is at the heart of what we do, and we …
Dine & Discover: The Coffeehouse & Deli
Your vegan haven in the heart of Uptown Normal Nestled in the heart of Uptown Normal near the ISU campus, The Coffeehouse & Deli beckons with its array of tempting …
Dine & Discover: Dop’s Jerk House
Experience Authentic Jamaican Flavors at Dop’s Jerk House in Central Illinois Are you craving an explosion of bold flavors that will transport you to the sun-kissed beaches of Jamaica? Look …
Mother’s Day Brunches, Lunches & More
As Mother’s Day approaches, it’s time to show that important woman in your life just how much you appreciate her. What better way to do that than by treating her …
The Locavore Movement
We’re all familiar with the terms “carnivore” and “herbivore”, which describe an animal’s dietary preferences. But what about “locavore”? You may not have heard of this term before, but it’s …