Love it or hate it, sauerkraut has found its sweet spot
Sauerkraut has long been a standard Wisconsin condiment, but it’s trending now as a fermented health food.
Snapshots of Life
Clouds North Films creates long and short documentaries that give viewers up-close-and-personal perspectives of their fellow community members.
Cranberry Club no longer in the works; Driftless Social making progress
We featured these two anticipated supper clubs in our April cover story. One has been scrapped indefinitely, the other is on the way.
Remembering Madison’s Wild Waters
Do you recall the wild days at this south-east side water park from 1984 to 1991?
David Couper: cop, priest, provocative conversationalist
Rob Zaleski will discuss his new book about David Couper with Doug Moe at Mystery to Me on Aug. 23. "I wanted it understood I was not his friend. I was going to hold his feet to the fire," says Zaleski.
10 Madison-area biergartens (plus a beer hall coming soon)
If your favorite garden is a biergarten, it’s going to be a great summer.
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The Heights cafe to permanently close next week
After staffing shortages and pandemic restrictions, North Allen Street restaurant will close; turn into event space and grow its membership wine program.
The Amys: Call for Award Nominations
Madison Magazine partners with Mike Gannon for second year to spotlight and award local women in honor of Amy and Jocelyn Gannon
The Trail to Riley Tavern
The day a bicycle ride in pursuit of beer and pizza took a fateful turn.
A smart second life for Smart Studios
New owner turns the famous Madison recording space into a short-term rental.
One home, two families: An unbreakable bond from Ukraine to Fitchburg
A Susan Siman feature: Two families brought together by an adoption journey decades ago reunite after one of the families had to flee their war-torn home in Ukraine.
Rutabaga Paddlesports begins construction at new south-side location
Nation’s leading canoe and kayak shop joins the Novation Campus on Madison’s south side.
Hot List: 6 editors' picks for August
Check out what's on the Hot List this month, including a Madison picnic blanket, a slushie spot and artwork from an editors' favorite.
Roach: In God We Trust
"They worship a Jesus who has a three-car garage and looks more like a Norwegian than a short Jewish guy."
The wheels are turning for pottery artist Shandra Bjyrd
Her fascination with clay started at an early age, and her love for the medium has only grown over time.
Soak up the rest of summer with these 32 events in August
Check out these 32 summer events in the Madison area.
New indoor pickleball facility grand opening is Aug. 1
The Pickle Pro Courts grand opening is Aug. 1 at 5:30 p.m. and features Beef Butter BBQ and a pro fundraising exhibition match benefiting FEED Kitchens and the River Food Pantry. The five-court indoor facility is Madison's first.
The ultimate guide to local picnics
A-tisket, a-tasket, here’s your guide to packing the perfect basket. From where to go to what to bring, celebrate all things local with a summer picnic.
Funk Factory Geuzeria now has natural wines on the menu
Funk Factory is now selling natural wines in addition to sour beer selection.
Editor's Note: Spreading her wings
A plastic pink flamingo on the cover. How have we not thought of this sooner?
Silly Sensibility at American Players Theater
The Austen wave continues at APT — with an unexpected comedy.
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Sunday Reads: An author and her cat, plus a viral story gone wrong
This is last month's edition of the Sunday Reads newsletter curated by Associate Editor Maggie Ginsberg. There is still time to sign up for this month's.
'Death Casts a Shadow' will be last book in popular Door County mystery series
Patricia Skalka will discuss "Death Casts a Shadow" at Mystery to Me bookstore with Doug Moe on July 28 at 6 p.m.
Best of Madison Editors' Picks 2022
For the second year in a row, Madison Magazine’s editors selected a few winners of their own.
Off-the-beaten-path patios worth the drive
This summer, go the extra mile and spend time with friends and family at one of these outdoor spaces beyond Madison.
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Best of Madison Party 2022
We're hosting the Best of Madison Party to celebrate this year’s winners and our readers who make this list possible! On Monday, Aug. 29 at The Edgewater, guests will enjoy live music by Shekinah King, snap photos in a photobooth,…
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