Ellie here. Yesterday we talked about ice cream, and I wanted to hear about your favorite flavors.

In the poll we shared, the majority of our audience chose “other.” Here are some favorite flavors that you sent in:

“Cedar Crest Key Lime Pie is the best!!” — Sam V.

“Coconut Explosion is my go-to Cedar Crest flavor.  On days that I’m feeling a bit risqué, I’ll add some hot fudge to a scoop.  Now I’ll have to make a drive to Mtwc!” — Diane B.

Today, we’re talking cheese curds. I asked to hear your favorite places to get some from around our state, and you delivered.

Now let me ask you a very important question. Do you prefer fried or squeaky? 

Our state saw a lot of rain in the beginning this week, but that rain wasn’t enough to reverse the drought many Wisconsin communities are facing.

Readers Mike and Carolyn P. sent in this photo of some of those conditions.

“A view of the Jump River in Ogema Township after a very dry month of July.”

Thanks for sharing Your Wisconsin View! Send in yours to have it featured.

Click the map to find the perfect curds near you! (Stock image)

This week, I asked for your favorite places to get cheese curds from around your community. Here’s what you had to say:

📍Pine River Dairy Inc., Manitowoc

“The squeakiest curds in Wisconsin are from Pine River Dairy in Manitowoc.” — Margaret H.

📍Ellsworth Creamery

“My favorite place to get squeaky, fresh cheese curds is the Ellsworth Creamery!” — Maggie M.

📍Union Star Cheese Factory, Fremont

“Cheese curds, string cheese, curds in a cloud slice, slicable cheese, cheese tours, and more! I have fond memories from childhood, and have continued to create new ones while also introducing others to this cheese paradise keeping tradition alive.” — Amy K.

“Everytime we are on our way up to Stevens Point we stop for cheese and their ‘must have’ curds.” — Lynne M.

📍P & E Steak House, Medford

“The best is our local supper club: Phil and Eleanor’s (P&E’s) in Medford when we can splurge!” — Brenda P.

📍Reilly’s Pub, Markesan

“Favorite cheese curds are from O’Reilleys pub on Green Lake, yum.” — Debra S.

📍Vern’s Cheese, Inc., Chilton

“Vern’s Cheese House in Chilton WI has the absolute best cheese curds! Fresh daily and squeaky.” — Jim M.

Next week, I want to hear about your favorite pizza place. Hit reply to have your pick featured.

The Wisconsin Primary Election is August 11. (Stock image)

Bartender Sam Miller pours a Coconut Curry Painkiller cocktail at The Mothership, 2301 S. Logan Ave., on Feb. 10, 2026. The cocktail is made with coconut curry fat-washed shoulder Scotch and Kasama small-batch rum, turmeric-spiced coconut cream, acid-adjusted orange papaya, ginger bitters, and nutmeg. (USA Today via Reuters Connect)

Thanks for reading. This newsletter was written by Ellie Bourdo with stories from Abigail Deatrick and USA Today Network via Reuters Connect. It was edited by Crystal Niforos.

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