Madison Magazine January 2020

From forager to chef-proprietor: how Tami Lax's background influences her today

Dan Curd,

It wasn’t Lax’s ambition to pursue a culinary career when she left the Fox Valley to study business at the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire.

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The University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Music makes Hamel Music Center its new home

Joel Patenaude,

From the second-floor rehearsal space in the new Hamel Music Center, one can gaze out upon the Chazen Museum of Art and East Campus Mall — all part of a University of Wisconsin–Madison arts corridor.

Heather Wentler on the left stands with Amy Gannon on the right

Amy Gannon’s immeasurable impact on local entrepreneurialism

Maggie Ginsberg,

Madison mourns the loss of Doyenne co-founder Amy Gannon, who had an immeasurable influence on local entrepreneurialism.

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14 vegetarian- and vegan-friendly restaurants in the Madison area

Mackenzie Krumme,

Whether you’ve been a vegetarian or a vegan your entire life or are trying to reduce the amount of meat you consume in 2020, there is a herbivore-friendly haven for you.

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Using her voice to help local businesses in their recruiting efforts

Karen Lincoln Michel,

A professional coach with a diverse background — from a career in finance to a stint as a recording artist — shares how she incorporates her experience as a person of color in helping local businesses in their recruiting efforts.

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Wendy Bucci, daughter of MAD magazine founder, calls Madison home

Doug Moe,

William M. Gaines, her father, got a kick out of his daughter's adopted home

Jacob Guyette standing in front of the kitchen at Octopi

Octopi's recent expansion brings a delicious food menu from a talented chef

Andrea Behling,

The owner of Octopi wasn’t sure he wanted to add a kitchen. Then along came Jacob Guyette.

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Wisconsin's swing state of mind in the upcoming presidential election

JR Ross,

The 2020 presidential election will be about Wisconsin.

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The Hot List: 6 things you should check out in January

Maija Inveiss,

Take a look at our editor's picks for this month.

Skylar Grey sitting in a chair with horns around her

Hit maker Skylar Grey remembers her Madison-area musical roots

Joel Patenaude,

Her big break came from co-writing “Love the Way You Lie,” the Eminem hit (featuring Rihanna). Grey can be heard singing on Dr. Dre, Nicki Minaj and Macklemore records, too.

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How far we’ve come and still need to go in Madison

Neil Heinen,

A lot of people who care about this city and region have been anticipating 2020 for what feels like a long time.

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What’s ahead in 2020 for Madison's startup community?

Maggie Ginsberg,

Local startup experts share what’s next.

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16 places to travel out of Madison in 2020

Maija Inveiss, ,

A warm getaway or a weekend adventure is now possible without a single connection in sight.

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Madison Magazine flips to MADison Magazine

Doug Moe, Joel Patenaude, John Roach,

We've gone MAD!

Tradition Market's new addition creates a shopping experience for moms and kids

Maija Inveiss,

In September, Tradition Market added a conjoining women’s apparel shop.

6 Wisconsin beers that will keep you warm

Maija Inveiss,

'Tis the season for stouts and other heavy beers.

Madison Magazine introduces brand new print design

Andrea Behling,

We have a new look and feel, plus a few new elements in the magazine.

Don't just join the gym

Maggie Ginsberg,

"Starting off the year, make sure you set small goals."

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Treat yourself (in a sustainable, ethical way)

Maggie Ginsberg,

We all love retail therapy, but we don't always consider the true price. Not just the dollars on our credit cards, but the human and environmental cost behind every purchase.

Dream big, but put in the work first like JT Roach

Maggie Ginsberg,

When millions of viewers tuned in to NBC in September to watch 32-year-old Madison native JT Roach win the season finale of NBC's "Songland," they quite possibly witnessed the best day of Roach's life. But that's not the same thing as living your best life, and Roach knows it.