The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini

The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini

The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini

The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini

Pictured above is a Chowbus order next to the Chowbus app with the logo on the phone screen.

New food delivery app expands options to CU

By Banu Gulecyuz, Staff Writer November 5, 2019
Lillian Tate, a junior in ACES, and Elizabeth Murillo, a junior in Engineering, enjoy bubble tea at Kung Fu Tea on Friday. Bubble tea shops continue to pop up around the Champaign area.

Bubble tea craze grows on campus

By Ben Xia, Contributing Writer October 22, 2019
The new Just BEE Acaí food truck is parked on Goodwin Avenue and Oregon Street. The food truck has been soaring in popularity ever since its launch this summer.

New campus food truck wins students’ hearts

By Banu Gulecyuz, Contributing Writer October 7, 2019
Antoni Porowski and Michelle Zauner make a salad during a cooking demonstration. Porowski brought his expertise to the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts on Friday.

Antoni steps out of the kitchen, onto the stage

By Pari Apostolakos, Managing Editor for Reporting September 29, 2019
LAR dining hall offers a vegan egg substitute from JUST Eggs, which comes in both liquid and patty forms. The substitute is made out of mung beans and will help expand food options for students with special dietary needs.

Students veg out with meatless options

By Ayse Pirge, Staff Writer September 12, 2019
David Wang plays music at a table in the Green Street McDonald’s on November 10. A prominent feature in the late-night atmosphere for the past three years, Wang, recent University graduate, announced the end of his tenure as the McDonald’s DJ this summer.

‘McDJ’ serves up last performance

By Therese Pokorney, Features Editor August 26, 2019
Kimiko Gunji shows off a page in her book, “The Art of Wagashi” at the Japan House on Thursday. The book attempts to make recipes accessible to inexperienced audiences.

Professor writes Japanese cookbook

By Olivia Zhang, Staff Writer April 22, 2019
Burritos made by the chefs at Maize Mexican Grill are placed on the counter inside the restaurant on Sunday.

Por qué no los dos: Maize talks location

By Rohit Jammu, Contributing Writer March 7, 2019
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