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Crafted
We finally tried the hottest new spot - Crafted! One of us ordered an iced coffee with sugar-free cookie dough/almond milk and the other...
Mar 7, 2021
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Twin City Trivia at DR McKay's
We were invited to join a few friends to play trivia at DR McKay's this past week. Although neither of us were confident in our trivia...
Feb 26, 2021
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Fiesta Ranchera
If you're searching for a quick and tasty Mexican option, Fiesta Ranchera has you covered all over town. With three locations, this is a...
Feb 22, 2021
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Lil Beaver
If there's one thing we love it's the fact that Lil Beaver decided to improve their entire building, including adding a kitchen. Before...
Jan 30, 2021
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Great Harvest Bread Co.
If you are looking for a small gift for a teacher, secretary, nurse, nail tech, mail person, or anyone else you want to spread joy to, we...
Dec 18, 2020
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Las Margaritas
It's hard to explain my excitement when I saw that Las Margaritas was opening in the spot right of the Links golf course. I had to try it...
Aug 10, 2020
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Pizza Payaa
It's hard to say what the best pizza in the 309 is, but Pizza Payaa is definitely a top contender. We had the opportunity to test this...
Aug 5, 2020
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Pop Up Chicken Shop
Pop Up Chicken Shop has a reputation of serving up the best chicken in town... and it ain't no lie. Since it was our first time visiting,...
Aug 3, 2020
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Ancho and Agave
Ancho and Agave is, in our opinion, the most beautiful taco joint in town. We love weird flavor combinations and this place allows you to...
Aug 1, 2020
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JP's Wheel and Ale House
We've said it before and we'll say it again - we love trying out new restaurants. I was honestly never a fan of Hooter's so I was glad to...
Jul 11, 2020
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Bloom's Coffee Bar
I want to give a huge shout out to a new business in town - Bloom's Coffee Bar. They are located in the old post office parking lot in...
Jul 10, 2020
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Destihl Normal at Home
The truth is that I did used to work at Destihl for a short time, but I worked at the Brew Hall. They have two completely different menus...
Jun 30, 2020
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Blono Pizza Co. Delivered
Growing up outside city limits, both of us were not accustomed to ordering any food for delivery. We grew up having to go into town to...
Jun 29, 2020
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Fusion Brew
Fusion Brew is a place that holds a special place in my heart. I've been going to this place since it was basically located in a parking...
Jun 29, 2020
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Carl's Ice Cream
An absolute staple for summer is ice cream and there are few places up to the high standards of Carl's! The Normal location is the go-to...
Jun 25, 2020
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Hacienda Leon at Home
The interior of Hacienda Leon is gorgeous, but during the pandemic, we had to support our favorite place in to-go form. I was majorly...
Jun 1, 2020
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Coffee Hound
One of the absolute highlights of Bloomington-Normal is the fact that we have three Coffee Hound locations. Serving locally roasted craft...
May 7, 2020
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Fort Jesse Cafe
If you've never been to Fort Jesse Cafe, you may not believe the hype. This is one of the most beloved spots in the 309 and for good...
Apr 4, 2019
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Clinton's Apple 'N Pork Festival
Although this festival is beyond the scope of the 309, we had to give a shout out to the Apple 'N Pork Festival because it is well known...
Sep 23, 2017
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Mackinaw Winery
Some of our favorite summer memories over the years have taken place at Mackinaw Winery. If you get the chance to see Brushville, we bet...
Aug 26, 2017
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