Gluten-Free Food Fair
Saturday and Sunday, May 14, 15
Try a smorgasbord of gluten-free foods at this celiac-friendly fair. The two-day event also includes a presentation, “Is Gluten-Free for Me?” and experts will be on hand to answer questions. At Metcalfe’s Market Hilldale, 726 N. Midvale Blvd., and West Towne, 7455 Mineral Point Rd., 11 am-3 pm. More info on Metcalfe’s Facebook page.
Family Food Fest
Sunday, May 15
This all-ages festival is organized by the REAP Food Group to encourage healthy eating and active living. Over 25 exhibitors including Chef in the Classroom, Fizzeology, Monty’s Blue Plate Diner and the Dane County Beekeepers Association will be on hand at Lincoln Elementary School, 911 Sequoia Trail, noon-3 pm. Free. Info at reapfoodgroup.org.
Cheese tasting and panel discussion
Thursday, May 19
Master cheesemakers will be discussing the long-lasting influence of Swiss settlers on the Wisconsin cheese industry. A variety of Swiss cheeses will be available to sample. It’s at the Wisconsin Historical Museum, 30 N. Carroll St., 7-9 pm. Tickets ($15); register by May 18 through the Wisconsin Historical Society, 608-264-6555.
