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Best of CU 2008
Best New Business: Howbowda Bagel
4:00 am Nov 13 - by Magdalenda Wrona – buzz Writer
Howbowda Bagel, conveniently located on Green Street between Sixth and Wright, was started by two University of Illinois alumni, Dustin Canter and Ryan McNeily, who noticed that there weren’t many breakfast places available on campus.
“It’s very exciting to win. We’re happy that people have taken notice,” said Canter.
And how could people not take notice of the shop’s vast array of creative bagel options such as the Mile-High Club, Berry Good Bagel, Hummina Hummina Hummina Hummus and Ton o’ Tuna Bagel? More traditional bagel options are also available to those who like to keep it simple.
True to its “breakfast philosophy,” the shop opens at 7 a.m. sharp every day, which is early enough even for those unfortunate students with 8 a.m. classes.
The owners have some expansion projects in place for the winter such as delivery and local catering. Plans for a dessert bagel are also in the works, as well as new drink options. Along with the existing coffees, keep a look out for new hot teas that will be available once it gets a little colder. Next time you’re yearning for a quick bite, Howbowda Bagel?
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