Located at 115 S. Walnut Street in Downtown Champaign, Walnut Street Tea has been in business for over 30 years, offering over 500 specialty teas, 40 whole-bean coffees, tea brewing equipment, and more! CCP spoke with owner Hilary Porter. We understand you have a childhood connection to Walnut Street Tea. Can you tell us …
Apricot Lane Boutique is a locally-owned and operated women’s clothing store in Campustown. CCP spoke with new owner Donna Walthall (center) and her daughters who manage the store, Erin Brodbeck (left) and Lindsey Murphy (right). What got you interested in buying and running Apricot Lane? Donna: We’ve been asked that a lot. Going from …
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Bossa Nova Cafe is a new family-owned and operated coffee shop in Downtown Champaign at 1 E. Main Street Suite 108, serving coffee and acai bowls. CCP spoke with owner Mina Hanna. Tell us about opening Bossa Nova and how you decided on such a unique name. We opened in October 2018. Funny thing …
Dandelion Vintage is a Downtown Champaign fixture selling vintage and used clothing. CCP spoke with owner Charlotte Westcott. Tell us about your background and how you ended up at Dandelion Boutique. I became the owner in January. I grew up in Urbana and moved to Washington state in 2010 to study visual art and …
Live Action Games is CU’s largest vintage video game store where you can buy-sell-trade classic and modern video games and systems in downtown Champaign. CCP spoke with Owner Adrian Astorina. First off, Happy 7th Anniversary to Live Action Games! Tell us about yourself and when you opened Live Action Games. My family is originally …
Looking for some fun ways to pass the time in Downtown Champaign without touching your wallet? We’ve got you covered! Check out these 5 activities available for the whole family! 1. Where’s Waldo? at Jane Addams Book Shop #FindWaldo in an epic scavenger hunt through Downtown and Midtown to find the beloved children’s …
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The season of summer events has begun! Friday Night Live, StreetFest, Champaign Farmers Market, Chow Down in Campustown and other events add to the vibrancy of our Champaign Center districts and bring a new audience. Check out these simple tips that can help you take advantage of foot traffic and new potential customers at events …
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Kung Fu Tea is a trendy bubble tea shop in Campustown specializing in tasty, refreshing beverages including handcrafted bubble tea, coffee, and slushies. They also offer poke bowls, sushi burritos, and snacks in a colorful, energizing space on Sixth Street. CCP spoke with General Manager Joy Ruan. What is your background and how did …
Kohinoor Indian Restaurant and Lounge is a family-owned and operated restaurant located in downtown Champaign serving North Indian cuisine. Their signature dishes are prepared with fresh ingredients and spices. CCP spoke with owner Ujjwal Ghimire. When did Kohinoor open its doors? We opened here in 2016. It was my dream to open this restaurant …
Central Illinois Bakehouse is a local wholesale bakery in Midtown Champaign. They distribute fresh-baked breads and pastries to over 130 locations in the central Illinois area. CCP spoke with General Manager, Chelsea Palmer. How did the Bakehouse get started, and what’s the connection to Pekara? Central Illinois Bakehouse used to be called Pekara Bakehouse. …
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Champaign IL, 61820
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