4 Jefferson County food stands you need to hit before summer's over
Lake Mills, Jefferson and Fort Atkinson are home to four seasonal stands boasting hot dogs, burgers, frozen treats and more.
Meatless Madison: Settle Down Tavern's Prit'Near
Quintessential tavern food doesn't always mean delectable plant-based dishes, but Settle Down Tavern prioritized the plant-based burger on the menu.
How you can get free Greenbush doughnuts this week
Reebok is celebrating the CrossFit Games by partnering with Greenbush Bakery to offer free doughnuts.
Graft restaurant reopens after closure with new menu
Graft Executive Chef Travis Vaughn experimented with recipes during the restaurant’s closure and is bringing a new menu to the table.
Hand-pulled noodles originating from Lanzhou, China, shine at Ruyi on State Street
Stepping into Ruyi Hand Pulled Noodle, diners immediately get a glimpse through the open kitchen at how the food is made.
KOSA uses family recipes in its kitchen to present food as medicine
Some people call KOSA’s signature khichdi dish “a warm hug in a bowl.” I can’t think of any better way to describe comfort food.
Fawzy Mohamed blends the best of Egypt and New York at his restaurant Kosharie
For the Egypt-born chef Fawzy Mohamed, tenacity and hard work are essential ingredients for any successful business.
22 Madison area barbecue spots to enjoy all summer long
Nothing says summertime quite like some good old-fashioned barbecue. As soon as the warm weather hits, Midwesterners are ready to turn up the heat on the grill and throw on some delicious ’cue. While
Fourth of July weekend events that don't have anything to do with fireworks
Not everyone is a fan of the the loud cracks and bangs that fireworks bring. So we put together a list of events that are pyrotechnic-free.
Vengan Pa'ka is bringing 'farm-to-cart' vegan fare to Madison
Juan David Umaña, whose past experience includes a stint at Chez Panisse, focuses on local, sustainably grown ingredients at his food truck.
Where to get your Fourth of July pie this year
There is no better time to dig into a flaky crust filled with fruit than Independence Day, so stock up on your pies.
Meet the 23-year-old Ho-Chunk farmer who inspired Olbrich Botanical Gardens’ indigenous installation
The garden is growing traditional Native American crops such as corn, squash, beans, tobacco, gourds and milkweed.
Madison menu items that celebrate Pride Month 🌈
Take a look at a few of the colorful, Pride Month-supporting menu items we've seen around town: Colectivo Coffee's Pride-themed bakery items View this post on Instagram A post shared by Colectivo Coffee (@colectivocoffee) Colectivo Coffee is doing…
Red Rock Saloon to move to State Street this fall
After seven years in Madison, Red Rock Saloon is moving from 322 W. Johnson St. to State Street in HopCat's previous location.
Venture to Mineral Point for American Wine Project’s newly opened tasting room
Erin Rasmussen aims to showcase lesser-known American grape varieties that grow well in cold climates like Wisconsin’s.
Will Green turned pain into passion in creating Mentoring Positives
Will Green started Mentoring Positives to help those in the community and to honor his late mother’s legacy.
A sneak peek at The Harvey House ahead of its July opening
The restaurant in a former train car and baggage handler's building is likely to become the pinnacle of Madison dining, our editor says.
Cool off this summer with ice cream and a view
Venture outside your typical frozen go-to spots and try one of these area ice cream shops with scenery on the side.
6 locally made summertime sweets
The freezer aisle has nothing on these thoughtfully made, local frozen treats.
Taste of Madison to return to new location after a year hiatus
After canceling Taste of Madison in 2020, Madison Festivals Inc. is bring back Taste of Madison, but moving it to Breese Stevens Field on Sept. 4 and Sept. 5.
14 hidden gem patios in the Madison area
This summer, sip and savor in the outdoor dining scene.
Sunn Cafe brightens up lunchtime in Mount Horeb
Cindy Curtes and Tasha Peterson would joke about opening a lunch spot, but it wasn’t until the right location on the corner of East and Main streets opened up that it became a reality.
After 15 years, Fresco announces its last summer in business
Instead of renewing its lease at MMoCA, the restaurant plans to close in October due to financial uncertainty.
Black Squirrel Bake Shop specializes in 100% vegan treats, cakes
Alyssa Rice started her business in Kansas, but moved it north in November 2020.
Get outside (and fed) at Camp Beef Butter
The time has come for foodies, musicians and lawn chair loungers to flock to the amped up lot in Westport.
Where to pick your own strawberries in Dane County
Strawberry season is almost here, and come June, locals will have the chance to pick their own batch at a slew of local farms.
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