FOOD & DRINK
Karben4 to produce Ale Asylum’s flagship beers
The beers of Ale Asylum will soon be made in the brewhouse where many of them were originally created. Ryan and Zak Koga, brothers and co-owners of Karben4 Brewing, have purchased the Ale Asylum brands and their recipes from former Ale Asylum owners. Read more
Mar 16, 2023
One dish: Seared salmon at Sardine
While the specials at Sardine are tempting, don’t overlook an old favorite and menu standby: the seared salmon with accompanying braised french lentils. Read more
Mar 16, 2023
Local beers to watch for in March in Madison and beyond
Here’s what’s happening in local craft brews this month: bocks, barleywines, imperial stouts, smooth lagers and an NA debut. Read more
Mar 14, 2023
Food waste awareness is up. Food surplus is down.
Catering is back, but the high cost of food means that event planners are being much more careful about estimating how much food they need. Read more
Mar 13, 2023
The Fharmacy Public House in Lake Mills has 24 taps
What’s on tap at The Fharmacy? Look for flagship brews and rarer vintages. Read more
Mar 11, 2023
Lovely Middle Eastern interlude at Madison's Petra
Petra opened in 2021 in the Odana Road storefront where The Nile was in business for about a decade. Its spacious dining room is often underpopulated, but the food was legitimately lovely every time. Read more
Mar 10, 2023
Inspired pastries at Far Breton Bakery
Butter, love, and Breton inspiration are behind Marie Young’s new brick-and-mortar bakery, formerly a mobile operation working out of FEED Kitchens. Read more
Mar 3, 2023
2:00 PM
It’s Good For You Pizza opens on North Sherman Avenue
The former Sally K’s Salon, a beauty shop next to Lost Lakes Tattoo near the corner of North Sherman and Commercial avenues, is now remodeled and open as It’s Good For You Pizza. Read more
Feb 14, 2023
5:00 PM
One Dish: The Chicago dog at Lil’ Buddy’s Popcorn
At Lil Buddy’s Popcorn, the Chicago dogs, dragged though the garden, are the draw. Read more
Feb 9, 2023
8:00 AM
Branding switch for Wisconsin Brewing Company
Wisconsin Brewing Company will concentrate on contract brewing, while consolidating its beers under the Lake Louie brand. Read more
Feb 8, 2023
8:00 AM
February beers to watch for and a few January beers to grab before they’re gone
Dry January is over, so you have plenty to reacquaint yourself with. We look at some sweet beers for your sweetie, an outstanding West Coast IPA, and January beers to catch up on while you still can. Read more
Feb 7, 2023
12:00 PM
North Shore Pizza and Subs brings a touch of Boston to Monona
The three-way roast beef sandwich is the kind of ultra-local specialty that you should eat before it disappears. Read more
Feb 3, 2023
8:00 AM
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A niche for Cafe Domestique on North Street
The North Street location will develop its own personality separate from its sibling on Willy Street, says owner Dan Coppola. There’s also more room for hanging out. Read more
Karben4 to produce Ale Asylum’s flagship beers
The beers of Ale Asylum will soon be made in the brewhouse where many of them were originally created. Ryan and Zak Koga, brothers and co-owners of Karben4 Brewing, have purchased the Ale Asylum brands and their recipes from former Ale Asylum owners. Read more
One dish: Seared salmon at Sardine
While the specials at Sardine are tempting, don’t overlook an old favorite and menu standby: the seared salmon with accompanying braised french lentils. Read more
Local beers to watch for in March in Madison and beyond
Here’s what’s happening in local craft brews this month: bocks, barleywines, imperial stouts, smooth lagers and an NA debut. Read more
Food waste awareness is up. Food surplus is down.
Catering is back, but the high cost of food means that event planners are being much more careful about estimating how much food they need. Read more