Madison Magazine December 2020

Cozy up with these 12 comforting local soups

Aaron R. Conklin,

When the weather’s cold, these local offerings will warm your stomach — and your soul.

Egg Nog in a glass with a cinnamon stick

Eggnog is a seasonal favorite bringing yuletide cheer

Dan Curd,

Eggnog is a seasonal flavor as much anticipated as s’mores in summer and pumpkin spice in fall.

John Hayes sitting on state Street bench

John Hayes carries on philanthropic tradition at Goodman’s Jewelers

Doug Moe, ,

Goodman's Jewelers suffered more than $100,000 worth of damage, and $40,000 in inventory was stolen.

7 local sauces to boost your at-home meals

Maija Inveiss,

Sauces can’t stand alone, but when you add an extraordinary one, a mediocre dish completely transforms for the better.

Your mini Madison fine arts gift guide

Joel Patenaude, ,

Dane Arts has given a boost to some local visual artists whose work you can add to your own collection.

Public Market photo in front of the location it will go

What's next for the Madison Public Market?

Steven Potter,

It’s been more than 15 years since the idea for a Madison Public Market was born, and there have been many stops and starts along the way. Will this year’s developments, despite a public health crisis, finally lead to a 2022 opening?

6 Madison things we're loving this December

Andrea Behling,

A perfume that smells like Wisconsin, weathered wood art and charcuterie in a cone are among our staff's favorite items.

Red Barn Company Store transforms into Waunakee's winter wonderland

Maija Inveiss,

Owner Vicky Marsala loves Christmas, so in addition to themed decor and gifts, more than 1,000 ornaments are available at the store during the holiday season.

people huddled up up next to a fire in the snow

Roach: Winter is coming

John Roach,

For most of us, COVID-19 arrived last March. We hoped its visit would be brief. But instead it has moved in with us, taking no hint that it has long outlasted its welcome.

Jamie Hoang and Chuckie Brown Sitting next to takeout boxes

What’s next for Madison’s food scene?

Candice Wagener,

With patio season coming to a close, indoor dining and takeout are left, but what will our local restaurants do to stay alive through the winter and beyond?

To survive winter restaurants need to reinvent

Andrea Behling,

Change is on the horizon as the ‘gilded age’ of the local dining scene comes to a close and slow season approaches.

food fully spread out on a table in to-go containers

10 easy pickup dinner kits from local establishments

Maija Inveiss,

While you may not feel comfortable dining out in a restaurant, some are offering meal kits so you can enjoy your favorites in the safety of your own home.