Maija Inveiss
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New restaurant from owners of Lucille, Merchant to open this summer at Hilldale
Amara will be a coastal Italian restaurant featuring Italian cuisine, wines and drinks.
Let your dog run free at one of the area’s off-leash dog parks
Explore a dog park in Dane County.
Michael Velliquette takes paper to new heights with monochrome sculptures
Using glue, paper and various tools, Velliquette spends hundreds of hours putting together his fine art monochrome paper sculptures for gallery shows around the country.
May 2022
6 botanical-forward, locally made spirits
April showers bring May flowers with plant-infused spirits.
Live on King Street to return after two-year hiatus
Live on King Street is also moving to the 100 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.
Midwest gems to travel to this summer
Instead of pointing out the obvious spots, we’re uncovering 20 under-the-radar destinations that offer plenty of small-town charm.
May 2022
Hermann, Missouri is a destination for wine lovers
Hermann is nestled in the middle of Missouri’s wine country, approximately an hour and a half west of St. Louis.
May 2022
Explore the outdoors at Brown County, Indiana
Brown County is one of America’s original art colonies, with artists being drawn to the area because of the natural views.
May 2022
Appreciate art in Mineral Point
Mineral Point is one of Wisconsin’s oldest cities, and the area embraces that identity.
May 2022
Bike, hike and embrace the water in Winona
Winona is situated alongside the Mississippi River, with bluffs overlooking the mighty waterway.
May 2022
Travel along the coast of Lake Michigan
Across the water are many beautiful lake towns that could all be worthy of a trip.
May 2022
A quick detour to Middlebury, Indiana
While Das Dutchman Essenhaus is a bit out of the way, it’s worth making a stop there before crossing the Michigan border.
May 2022
48 hours in Holland, Michigan
This destination on the coast of Lake Michigan is infused with Dutch influence and history.
May 2022
Plant to bloom for first time in nearly 12 years at Olbrich
Corpse flowers bloom four to five times in their 40-year lifespan for 24 to 48 hours, and Madisionians could see this rare occurrence in the near future.
Order the May issue: Midwest Road Trips
We uncovered 20 under-the-radar destinations that offer plenty of small-town charm in the May issue.
Naf Naf to reopen on State Street this summer
After a lengthy closure, Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill is coming back to Madison.
Bite into one of these 7 craveable dessert bars
For those with a sweet tooth, dessert bars provide just the right touch of sweetness to cure that hankering.
April 2022
Jasmine Banks creates safe, chemical-free options through her business Perfect Imperfections 608
Perfect Imperfections 608 started with Jasmine Banks’ sugar scrubs and soaps, but she has since expanded the line.
April 2022
Dane County Farmers’ Market to kick off 50th outdoor season in mid-April
The Dane County Farmers' Market, the largest producers only farmers' market in the U.S., is set to start its outdoor season on April 16.
Dine at a Madison chef’s table
These four spots offer customized special menus, intimate views of the kitchen and chef interactions for small groups of people looking for a different way to appreciate cuisine.
March 2022
Madison Magazine selected as finalists for two national awards
In addition to national awards, the magazine won eight Milwaukee Press Club awards.
List: Businesses celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Madison
If you're looking for away to celebrate the holiday while supporting local, we've got a list of Madison spots that are offering specials today.
An artist’s one-of-a-kind, nature-inspired pieces brighten up homes and gardens
As someone who has always been fascinated by glass, Kristin Quackenbush knew she wanted to work with it in some capacity.
Essay: Madison Magazine editor reflects on her family’s Baltic roots in light of events in Ukraine
Madison Magazine's associate editor, Maija Inveiss, shares her connection to Latvia and how the Russian invasion of Ukraine has impacted her emotions.
The Soap Opera celebrates 50 years in the Madison community
When Chuck Bauer and Chuck Beckwith opened The Soap Opera on Lake Street in 1972, they started a store that would become a staple in the downtown area.
Madison chef, restaurant selected as James Beard Foundation Award semifinalists
There are 13 Wisconsin businesses and individuals up for James Beard Foundation's 2022 Restaurant and Chef Awards.
Jacknife, from owners of RED Madison, to open in mid-March
New concept on East Washington Avenue will focus on creating healthy food and using technology to make it more convenient for takeout and delivery.
Quarter Life Leap makes modern quilts incorporating architecture
Kaitlin Esche-Lyon's business brings quilting into a modern era through bright colors and intriguing designs.
February 2022
The 2022 big book list of Wisconsin-connected reads
This year we present our largest annual look at the literary scene, featuring author profiles, a guide to independent bookshops and more local reads than ever before.
February 2022
Kevin Henkes has published 59 books with two more on the way this year
Henkes creates picture books and novels for children ranging from infants to middle schoolers.
February 2022
Take the Great 608 Quiz
Download a PDF of our January cover story to find out what's your Madison IQ.
February 2022
Nominate your business for Best Places to Work 2022
Love your workplace? Nominate it to be considered for Best Places to Work.
Guide to Winter Restaurant Week 2022
This rendition of Madison Restaurant Week offers both takeout and dine-in opportunities.
Gauri Bansal infuses her Indian culture into functional woodburned creations
Gauri Bansal’s interest in pyrography — an art form involving a woodburning tool used to create patterns on wood or other materials — came out of nowhere.
January 2022
Dane County Farmers’ Market to start late winter market season
The Dane County Farmers' Market is returning this weekend with the Late Winter Market at Garver Feed Mill.
Best Madison Magazine photos of 2021
Over the past year, Madison Magazine has written stories about notable locals, delicious restaurants, talented artists and the day-to-day happenings impacting our community.
Announcing Best of Madison 2022 categories, voting timeline
Get ready to nominate and vote for Best of Madison 2022.
Test your Madison knowledge with ‘The Great 608 Quiz’
Madison Magazine's January cover story is an interactive quiz issue that you'll want to pick up to test your knowledge.
January 2022
