Food & Drink
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The Best Cheese Shop in Madison, According to UpNorthNews Readers
Madison, often hailed as a haven for cheese enthusiasts, boasts a multitude of cheese shops that cater to the discerning palates of locals and visitors alike. In a recent poll conducted by UpNorthNews as part of our Madison Food Guide, readers cast their votes to determine the top cheese shop in Madison. The resounding winner?…
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6 can’t-miss Chinese restaurants in Wisconsin
While we can argue all day about what’s real Chinese, Wisconsin restaurants offer the expected blend of authentic and American. Here are six to add to your dining bucket list!
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Milwaukee’s pie trail: Where to indulge on National Pi Day
Leave it to a physicist to make a day commemorating a decimal point delicious! Here are our favorite spots to grab a slice in southeastern Wisconsin…
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Celebrate Wisconsinbly: A guide to the state’s weird alcohol laws
Like it or not, drinking has become a big part of Badger State culture. And for that reason, we have a handful of hyper-specific, rather unusual alcohol laws on the books.
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Why do Girl Scout cookies taste different across Wisconsin?
From what’s for sale and where to buy, to why some flavors really do taste different: your guide to the 2024 Girl Scout Cookie season.
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Wisconsin’s best craft brewery tours by region
Miller Lite and Blue Moon are produced in Milwaukee, while over in Chippewa Falls, Leinenkugel’s has been in the Badger State almost as long as Molson-Coors. While all of these major plants are open to the public for tours, dozens of smaller operations are opening every year. Here are a few standouts…
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Pizza and Politics: That’s Amore!
National Pizza Day is a great opportunity to consider your favorite toppings and restaurants.
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The most romantic restaurants in Western Wisconsin
Wisconsin might be known for all things cheese, but there’s nothing cheesy about these romantic date night spots. Here are 10 restaurants from Western Wisconsin that will leave you with heart-eyes.
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The real difference between 5, 10, & 15 year Wisconsin cheddar
Hook’s Cheese Co. in Mineral Point is arguably Wisconsin’s most famous cheesemaker, known for its 5-, 10-, and 15-year aged cheddars. But, are they really that different? It depends on how good your taste buds are!
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Powered by Cheese: 15 Wisconsin running groups for every fitness level
Your guide to the best running clubs in Milwaukee, Madison, and La Crosse-Eau Claire.
