Author: Gaby Vinick

Eric Cates kneels and pets a cow outside at Cates Family Farm.

New ‘Brix Project’ highlights the importance of a local food ecosystem

Brix Cider’s three-year initiative will produce 12 original short films, as well as host screening events to showcase custom ciders, featured farmers and guest chefs.

Almost all of the food we eat — 80% of common grocery items, according to a recent report by The Guardian — is produced by a handful of conglomerates, and only 15 cents of every dollar we spend at the grocery store goes to the farmer. That’s not the case at Brix Cider in Mount Horeb, where owners Matt and Marie Raboin are working to disrupt the food ecosystem entirely. 

Restoration Soap & Bodycare displays soaps, bath and body products, plants and two signs that say 'refresh' and 'turn a bad day into a bath day.'

New Restoration Soap & Bodycare shop opens Friday

Founder Ruth Collins is determined to bring chemical-free bath and body products to the Madison community.

Restoration Soap & Bodycare's first brick-and-mortar location will open on January 14, bringing a host of cruelty-free and chemical-free products to market.

Two red, green and white gingerbread houses sit next to each other.

3 quick tips from Clasen’s on constructing a gingerbread house

The expert herself, Michelle Clasen of Clasen’s European Bakery, shares some of her own gingerbread house-making tips.

Just because Christmas has passed doesn't mean you can't still put together a festive gingerbread house. The family-owned and Middleton-based Clasen’s European Bakery is offering a Gingerbread House Kit with instructions to put together your own masterpiece.

The De-Stress gift set at The Soap Opera comes with lotion, scented bubble bath and shower gel and more.

It’s not too late to buy these 14 Wisconsin gift boxes

Everyone has different interests and shopping styles, but these local holiday gift boxes will suit anyone’s taste.

We’ve all been there with the last-minute shopping, but it’s not too late to buy these Wisconsin gift boxes, all of which are aimed to please any gift receiver.

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New clothing and home store Unfolded opens in Prairie du Sac

Tatum Schroeder and Melissa Hartwig are introducing some opportunities for shoppers old and young in Sauk County.

On December 3, Tatum Schroeder and Melissa Hartwig announced their grand opening of “Unfolded Clothing and Home,” 422 Water Street, another locally-owned shop ready for business.

inside of tornado room steak house

Your late-night dining guide to Madison

These 17 spots demonstrate that Madison is still a dining destination after dark.

These 17 spots demonstrate that Madison is still a dining destination after dark.

A&E Guide: Events to do in December

Stay busy this December with these fun events

This month, artists, authors, business owners and locals are ushering in a new winter wonderland, full of events and activities for a night out.

This month, artists, authors, business owners and locals are ushering in a new winter wonderland, full of events and activities for a night out.

eight cookbooks

8 cookbooks from Madison area authors to gift this holiday season

These cookbooks from restaurateurs, bloggers, food writers and other local culinarians feature recipes that feel like odes to Madison’s history, tastes and traditions.

These cookbooks from restaurateurs, bloggers, food writers and other local culinarians feature recipes that feel like odes to Madison’s history, tastes and traditions.

exterior of Goathaus

Embrace Wisconsin winters with a cabin getaway

Disconnect from your phone, explore a new area, try a new outdoor activity or curl up next to a fireplace during a winter getaway.

Disconnect from your phone, explore a new area, try a new outdoor activity or curl up next to a fireplace during a winter getaway.

red caboose on a track

Ferryville home looks like an old train caboose, but has a log cabin interior

John Runte already owned the place next door, but when he saw the Red Rail Caboose on the market, he jumped at the chance to keep its engine running (figuratively speaking).

John Runte already owned the place next door, but when he saw the Red Rail Caboose on the market, he jumped at the chance to keep its engine running (figuratively speaking).

exterior of Big Bear Hideaway

8 places to rest and rejuvenate

If vacationing at a remote cabin isn’t for you, opt to stay at a place with multiple units, a rustic hotel or a big enough spot to bring the whole crew.

If vacationing at a remote cabin isn’t for you, opt to stay at a place with multiple units, a rustic hotel or a big enough spot to bring the whole crew.

Celebrate Pi Day with 7 local pie places

We’ve done all your Thanksgiving meal research so you don’t have to

Instead of being stuck in your kitchen for hours, here are 18 options for Thanksgiving dinner that are already cooked and prepared so you don’t have to do the work.

Cooking for Thanksgiving can be stressful — nobody wants dry meat or bland stuffing — and we get it. Instead of being stuck in your kitchen for hours, here are 18 options for Thanksgiving dinner that are already cooked and prepared so you don’t have to do the work.

Arcade games fill the room inside of Aftershock Classic Arcade, set to open on December 1.

Two gamers aim to keep arcade games alive with soon-to-open arcade bar

Brad Van and Chris Welch are opening Aftershock Classic Arcade, an arcade bar and family entertainment center, on Dec. 1.

Brad Van and Chris Welch are taking their gaming expertise to Aftershock Classic Arcade, a vintage arcade bar and family entertainment center, set to open on Dec. 1.

Majestic Theatre

25 events to keep you busy in November

As the cold sets in, Madison is full of events to keep you busy (and warm) this November.

As the cold sets in, Madison is full of events to keep you busy (and warm) this November. Take advantage of all the fun events in Madison, and you won’t be bored.

Interior of Haunting on King Street

Some un-boo-lievable events to finish the month

Pick your potion — or activity — to make the most of October as it nears its end.

It’s spooky season, full of Halloween-themed events, pumpkin patch visits, fall hikes and festive celebrations, galore.

8 former covers of Madison Magazine

The Best of Madison Legacy Awards

In honor of the list’s 40th year, we’re delighted to look back on the poll’s history and introduce The Best of Madison Legacy Awards.

In honor of the list’s 40th year, we’re delighted to look back on the poll’s history and introduce The Best of Madison Legacy Awards.

Cup of coffee in yellow cup on a brown table

Your list of not-so-basic fall drinks

In honor of "pumpkin spice" season, we've put together a local guide to 32 fall specials available at local coffee shops and cafes.

In honor of "pumpkin spice" season, we've put together a local guide to 32 fall specials available at local coffee shops and cafes.

Bucky holds the Wisconsin flag at Camp Randall Stadium in front of the marching band and crowd.

A food, drink and celebration guide to Madison Game Days

Game Day is finally back, so here are some ideas of where to go to get in the spirit.

One year ago, we could only imagine to hear the echoes of fans decked in cardinal red and white cheering on the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium, but now the game day experience is back.

Sailboats surround Lake Mendota as the sun sets.

23 events to keep you busy all September

A new month means new event listings, and there is no shortage of fun activities to try in September.

A new month means new event listings, and there is no shortage of fun activities to try in September.

Brandon Wilkerson, 32, stands before Lake Monona, where he holds fond memories of fishing with his grandmother close to his heart.

‘My escape’: Why fishermen frequent Lake Monona

There is something about Lake Monona that reels in Wilkerson and a whole line of fishers from all over Wisconsin.

There is something about Lake Monona that reels in Wilkerson and a whole line of fishers from all over Wisconsin.

Tenney Park, featuring a pond, lily pads and a bridge overlooking the lagoon in Madison, Wisconsin.

11 places to enjoy the weather and picnic in Madison

This time may mark the final stretch of summer, but the sun is still shining and the city has a number of family-friendly parks to visit.

This time may mark the final stretch of summer, but the sun is still shining and the city has a number of family-friendly parks to visit.

Wild Phlox blooming in the Spring by Ho-nee-um Pond in the University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum.

13 events to enjoy in the final days of August

Don’t let August slip away — check out these performances, dance parties, concerts and more.

August is wrapping up, but there is still time this weekend to enjoy a whole host of fun events around Madison. Relax, listen to music, dine out, learn from an expert or dance around — the opportunities to relish the summer are endless.

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Booze-inspired treats to try around Madison

Madison restaurants, bakeries and ice cream shops get creative with some booze-inspired treats.

While there are plenty of bars and restaurants offering great drinks in Madison, some local spots are creating interesting desserts and treats using alcohol and classic cocktail combinations.

Swordfish with summer vegetable succotash.

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.

Graft Executive Chef Travis Vaughn experimented with recipes during the restaurant’s closure and is bringing a new menu to the table.

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