Sunday, March 3, 2013

With a Cherry on Top

Over this past weekend my mom and her best friend drove down from the Chicago suburbs to spend a night with me in Peoria. In the past four years my family has made many trips down to visit me away at school, but this was the first time my mom was able to come down without the whole family. With that being said, I was excited to show her all of the places in Peoria that I haven't gotten a chance to.

One of our many destinations was Cherry Berry, my favorite spot to get a sweet treat in Peoria. While frozen yogurt has become a hip trend in the Peoria area, the same cannot be said for every town in the U.S. I knew my mom had never been to a frozen yogurt bar and decided this frozen yogurt joint would be a perfect after lunch snack.


Cherry Berry is a franchise yogurt bar. It's Peoria location, on Sterling Ave. (Across from Plato's Closet) opened about six months ago and since my first taste this fall, I've been hooked. The store is a little hidden, but it's always busy. In comparison to other frozen yogurt places, I like Cherry Berry the most because of it's flavor selections and price.
Both of these cups together were only $10.

Cherry Berry has 12 flavor selections to choose from, all of which rotate. That means each time you visit, there are new flavors to choose from. I think that by having a wide selection, it makes the experience more fun.

In addition, Cherry Berry is less expensive than other yogurt bars in the area. Each ounce costs 45 cents and although I don't fill my cup, my order is typically around $3.

Not only does each ounce cost lower, but the Peoria location of Cherry Berry runs promotions almost every day. From buy one, get on half-off to 3 oz off each cup the business advertises their specials on a daily basis.

For Bradley Students, Wednesday is student night and all students get 3 oz off their cup. Not only do they have great promotions, but they also have a rewards program, once you reach 50 points ($1= 1 point) you get a cup free!

My mom really enjoyed Cherry Berry and I have a feeling it is a place we'll visit together again. I have always loved frozen yogurt so I'm excited I found a place where I can enjoy a treat without breaking the bank. If you haven't been to Cherry Berry yet, it's definitely worth the trip!

8 comments:

  1. These prices are so beautiful. I didn't even know this place existed!! I always feel like Sweet Cece's is like robbing me and because of this sentiment, I never get as much as I want because I'd rather not increase my life debt by enjoying a little bit of fro-yo. Thanks for the rec!

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  2. I had no idea this place existed! All of these promotions sound great! I'm trying it out as soon as I can!

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  3. I've seen this place and heard about it but have never been there. After reading this I really want to try it. I wasn't aware they were cheaper and have so many deals! Is one of the yogurts in the picture red velvet? I heard that's a flavor they had. I really want frozen yogurt now!

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    1. Nikki- You're right! One of the flavors in the picture is red velvet, it's awesome you have to try it!

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  4. I must say, I am from here, but had no idea this place existed! It sounds alot like Sweet CeCe's, but much better! My grandma lives out near that area, so I will for sure try it next time I am out there!

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  5. I am a loyal Sweet CeCes customer because I like the fact that their fro-yo is less yogurty tasting. I've not tried Cherry Berry, but after trying that place in Willow Knolls, I'm a skeptic. Guess I'll have to take a chance...

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    1. Heidi- I'm not sure how sensitive your taste buds are, but Cherry Berry's flavors taste nothing like yogurt to me! It's deceiving but fun when you get flavors like Red Velvet and Caramel Pretzel.

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