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Martinelli's Market
Wine Down
Do you really need a reason to head
out for a glass of wine to relax after
your day? We didn't think so. These
spots around the area have wine lists
that are perfect for aficionados and
accessible to those just wanting to try
something new.
All the Sweet Treats
Prioritize dessert with these sweet spots with everything from custard to
Mexican baked goods to craft chocolate.
PASTRIES
A mix of traditional Japanese confectionery and Western-style pastries, Suzu's
Bakery will delight you with their cakes, brownies, and cookies, almost too beautiful
to eat. Rick's Bakery consistently delivers delightful flavors with selections from
Princess Cake to Tres Leches. La Hacienda Cantina, a new bakery in Paxton, features
baked goods from Mexico and across the world. RegCakes will surprise you with
their delicious gluten-free baked goods made with their own homegrown produce.
Martinelli's Market and their sister restaurant, Pekara Bakery + Bistro, feature a
robust bakery counter with handmade goods produced daily.
ICE CREAM
Not just for hot summer days, you can get your fill of ice cream at Jarling's Custard
Cup year-round. Close to the University of Illinois campus, it's a long-time favorite. Find
unique flavors like spicy mango and sweetcorn at El Oasis, serving Mexican-inspired
ice cream and desserts. Head east to Sidney Dairy Barn or catch their Moo Mobile
at various events for a local favorite cool treat! In Monticello and Mahomet, The Main
Scoop will fill their homemade waffle cones with delicious flavors.
DOUGHNUTS
Whether you start your day with them or use it as a treat,
Industrial Donut in Savoy lets you make your doughnuts to order.
The oldest doughnut shop in town, Ye Olde Donut Shoppe offers
artisan doughnuts alongside classic flavors. Pandamonium
Doughnuts started as a food truck at Urbana's Market at the
Square and had so much loyalty, they opened their own space.
Industrial Donut
PIES
Sweet and savory pies are a must anytime of the year at the quaint
Lucky Moon Pies in Mahomet. Their weekly menu means you always get to try
something new. In Monticello, Pies by Inge, located inside the Brown Bag, serves up
their homemade pies with classic and decadent flavors like peanut butter chocolate
chip pie and banana cream pie.
CANDY
When your sweet tooth is craving chocolate, look no further than Flesor's Candy
Kitchen in Tuscola. This multi-generational stop will fill you up with hand-dipped
chocolate treats. New on the scene, Chikondi Craft Chocolate focuses on bean to bar
creations with single origin cocoa beans from Ecuador, Madagascar, Vietnam, Sierra
Leone, the Dominican Republic, and Tanzania. Find them at area markets or shop online,
or immerse yourself in the process at one of their many classes and events.
Alto Vineyards-This rural Champaign
tasting room for Illinois-grown wine from
Carbondale, is the perfect setting for a
chill evening with a glass of red or white.
With live music throughout the year, yoga,
comedy, and other events, there's always
something to do while you sip.
Ladro Enoteca-This downtown
Champaign wine bar is a shop and a
perfect place to start your evening. Enjoy a
glass from their impressive but affordable
menu, paired with cured meats, smoked
fish, and other small plates. Buy a bottle or
two to enjoy at home.
Analog Wine Library-This wine bar and
store in downtown Urbana lets you cozy
up in their library complete with art-filled
books. These curated bottles regularly
rotate so put this one on your " must-go
back " list.
Sun Singer Restaurant-Regularly
showcasing wine from their large inventory
in their storefront, the restaurant is a
popular meeting spot at all hours.
Sample a variety of wine with small
pours or share a bottle at the table.
Enjoy with their seafood-heavy menu
and other classic dishes.
Prairie City Wine Room-This new wine
bar on Market Street in Paxton is the
perfect girls' night out. The cozy decor
paired with the broad selection of wines,
and small plates of cheese and crackers
make this a spot a must-visit when in the
area.
Punch! Bar & Lounge-Connected to
downtown Champaign's Hyatt Place,
Punch! offers sophistication with every
pour. Their extensive wine list makes this
a perfect happy hour spot. Don't overlook
their crafted cocktails and shareable
plates which round out the experience.
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