Co -owner Alban Selimi (left) talks about renovations at Maple & Yolk in Urbana.
The Urbana Garden Family Restaurant has been a local match for over 30 years.
The business was opened by Alit Selimi and is now owned by his sons, Alban and Agron. Alban Selimi said they have worked there since they were children, and their father is still coming every day.
However, while the restaurant is just as a family business like never before, it is getting a new name, along with a variety of other changes.
“Customers have changed,” Selimi said. “And we want to change to call on customers … so we can be here 30 years or 50 years or however long we can stay.”
The Urban Garden closed for renovations in January. Business hopes to reopen as “Maple & Yolk” in late February, though this may be postponed in early March, he said.
The last major restaurant remodeling was in 2011. His latest reconstruction involves a change of change – such as a remodel dining room, an updated kitchen, new furniture, new lighting, exterior renewal and a range New colors.
In short, they have changed “literally everything from the floor to the ceiling,” Selimi said.
“We were trying to create a warm and welcoming feeling,” he said. “A light, airy (see) to get some kind of morning, Vibe Brunch.”
While renovations are almost completed, there are still inspections that should be completed and staff, old and new, to be trained before they can be reopening, Selimi said.
Maple & Yolk has also created an updated menu. While the restaurant is eliminating dinner service, Selimi said they are adding a variety of new items, including coffee drinks and other drinks, more breakfast options, paninis and wrapping.
They also plan to keep many of their old articles, while also updating them with new toppings and tastes are pancakes or French cranberries.
“Itemdo article, even things that are carried, simply use high quality ingredients, a little more extra in detail just to make the whole dish raised from what it was before,” he said.
Moreover, while the space that previously accommodated the restaurant salad bar is now home to a coffee and drink bar, Selimi said they are adding more salads and will surely continue to grow that part of their menu.
New Monticello Bar and Grill to open Monday
Legends Corner Bar & Grill, located in space at 219 W. Washington St. That was once Fielldhouse 219, has finally announced its opening day.
“We hope you come and control the newest creation of Monticello and the establishment of Fine Spirits Opening February 17!” Business shared on Facebook.
The restaurant menu will include burgers, barbecue, daily special, cocktails and souls.
Aundie Owens in front of the ex -brown house of the Steeple Gallery in Monticello.
UI alum expands family business with new café
Also coming to Monticello: Aundie Owens, an university of Illinois Grad and co-owner of online business Adegacha Premium Cafe, has announced plans to reopen the former House of Gallery Steeple to 102 E. Lafayette St. like “Kaybee Community Cafe”.
“As the owner of Adegacha Cafe, my family and I are excited to finally have our own brick and mortar space to share specialty coffee with our community between some wonderful foods and ripe goods,” Owens wrote on the page of Facebook of café.
Owens and her mother, Rhea Moralos, started their online coffee shop in March 2024.
Owens told News-Gazette that she would like to open the cafe in May. However, she added that this is still “high in the air” and can be affected by factors such as obtaining approval from the Department of Health and the advancement of construction.
“We’re renewing the whole basement to be a trade -in -country country and staff space,” she said. “We are really excited and appreciate the patience of all as we give this building with many stories some very necessary TLC.”
The building was once the home of the St. Philomena Catholic Church. Before Kaybee, it was previously set up the Steeple group and, before that, the house of the Steeple Gallery.
Kelli Davis, owner of strictly wicks, puts the final touches on a candle she made in her shop at Lincoln Square in Urbana on Wednesday, May 31, 2023.
Candlemaker to close the location of the Shopping Center in the spring and keep the store online
StrICTly Wicks Candle Company has announced that its store in the suite 151 in Lincoln Square will close in late April “due to extreme traffic shortages” in the mall.
“I’ll make candles again from my home studios and they will be available online – transportation, receiving and submission available!” Wrote owner Kelli Davis.
She added that she will also sell her products to the Urbana market in the square, starting May 4.
More business information is available in strictwits.com.
Burrito King’s location in North Champaign is planned to open this spring. The new restaurant, set at 907 W. MarketView Drive, Unit 8, is the latest supplement to Burrito King, which also operates a green road location and food trucks.
Local Mexican Restaurant to open the second location
Burrito King plans to open a new location in North Champaign this spring.
“We are beyond excited to announce that our second location Burrito King at the MarketView Drive will officially open on April 23,” the business of the news-Gazette told the business. “This new place will allow even more people to enjoy our delicious food, now with the added ease of parking!”
The new restaurant, set at 907 W. MarketView Drive, Unit 8, is the latest supplement to Burrito King, which also operates a green road location and food trucks.
“We are also presenting a new concept with exciting surprises in the menu that we hope everyone will love,” the business said.
Sister’s company Clarlindsey buys the circle of friends
Friends Circle Adult Day Center, located at 609 W. Washington St. In Champaign, it is now officially owned by Lindsey Adult Day Services.
Clarlindsey earlier announced in September that her sister planned to buy the old center, as founder Kathy Rhoads was looking to retire. Company officials said at the time the management would change in October, but the sale itself was delayed and would happen later.
“The circle of friends has been a reliable resource in our community,” said Deba Reardanz, President and CEO of parent company Lindsey Community. “We are honored to keep Kathy Rhoads look, providing high quality continuous care while presenting new opportunities for commitment and support.”
Lindsey Adult Day Services said in a notice about the purchase that plans to support the circle of friends, while also enhancing its resources and improves programming.
They added that they have facilitated a smooth transition for participants “with renowned staff, existing partnerships with veterans’ affairs and Medicaid programs, and a commitment to individualized support.”
“I am excited for the center to continue with Lindsey for adult day services, as they share the expected values from the circle of friends,” Rhoads said. “I’ll miss the daily interaction, but I hope to stay involved with the elderly and their families. Thank you to clients, families and community for their support – it has been a joy and a privilege.”