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Don’t sleep on our mall’s food court! Curry Xpress (in the old Panda) NEVER disappoints. Every dish I’ve ever had has been fantastic. Customizable spice levels. I get mild korma (both chicken and vegetable) and my dad gets extra spicy. These little spinach/onion/potato fritters are delicious. Find their facebook HERE.1085 Hickory Point Mall, Forsyth IL…

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If you grew up visiting The Higher Shelf on Edward behind Solar Tan, or picking up incense at the skateboard shop that was where Oakwood Tattoo is now, or sorting through jewelry and gems and altar goodies at The Shop (now Metatron’s Cube), then don’t skip out on visiting Magickal Candles & Goodies By Ashley.…

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Crafters, quilters, sewers, embroiderers… We lost Joann Fabrics, and the inventory at Hobby Lobby seems to be dwindling down fast. But did you know that right here in our area, we have something even better? Over the course of 13 years in business, Scarlett of The Fabric Cobbler has accumulated more fabric options than I have ever…

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Right down the road in Mt. Zion, you can visit a small business that feels like walking into a slow-living coastal town home-spa boutique. You know, the kind you might stumble into with sandy feet when you had your head down beachcombing too long during your vacation. ●Feminine, neutral, and masculine scented artisan bar soaps…

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Opened in by local beloved vet Larry Baker & his wife Angie, Millie & Bo’s started with homemade dog treats and grew into a full pet boutique for both dogs and dog lovers alike. Stock up on treats for the week for Fido and pick yourself up a new purse with a Fido look-alike on…

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Take a little small business shopping journey with me across town!We often start our holiday shopping at Novel Ideas Books and Gifts for stocking stuffers but we leave with way cooler things than expected (as always). I gift a lot of puzzles, and we found something really cool to switch it up this year…. a…

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Anna Thai Cuisine has been a favorite in my family since the month they opened. Their curry and their pad thai is unparalleled, and I can never get enough tom kha chicken soup. Anna Thai offers adjustable spice levels, so you can choose your favorite dish at different levels of heat. This is a great…

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We have a very cool record store in town. Speakeasy Records & Oddities has been around for years! Brian Abbott opened this cool shop in April of 2017 and has curated a fantastic selection of tunes and funky gifts and, well, odd stuff! Scoot on in there for all the vintage vibes. Record players, records…

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Need a gift for the crunchy people in your life? Looking for some goodies to add to your cabinet? Wanna spice up your salads and baked goodies? Mari-Mann Herb Co Inc is more than just herbs and supplements. Herbs & spices, pickled veggies & fruits, dressings & marinades, flavor extracts, local honey, teas, coffee, soaps……

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Sick of holiday food already? Feeling a little icky but also exhausted and don’t want to cook? Namken Nutrition is here for you to grab some really delicious and nutritious meals with next to no prep time. We stopped by just for some lunch (they’ll heat em up for you!). I had honey garlic chicken…

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Before I was a metalsmith, I collected jewelry like it was my job. My grandma and my mom made sure I had good taste, and when I was old enough to afford more than a bubble gum trinket, I started saving up to buy silver jewelry from Metatron’s Cube, LLC – Decatur, IL. Haven’t heard…

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We were out delivering my handmade jewelry on Monday and stopped by one of our faves – University Dogs! I love Chicago style hot dogs, and my mom wanted to try their chili dog. Both fantastic, and as always they have the best sweet potato fries. Truly my favorite. We usually get them to go…

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