Bars & Clubs - Feb. 3, 2009
Smoke-free bars breathe easier as trends shift
Unlike Chicago, Minneapolis, St. Paul and Madison, the lack of an official smoking ban in the city of Milwaukee places the decision to allow patrons to light up on business owners. Until recently, the number of bars and restaurants willing to tamper with tradition was minimal, at best.
Tags: smoke-free, non-smoking, smoking ban, adrienne pierluissi, water buffalo, swig, joe sorge, angie sorge, sugar maple, cuvee, kris gorski, bruno johnson, palm tavern, la merenda, peter sandroni

Dining - June 16, 2008
Spectacular food, service make Swig a standout
Two recent visits to Swig revealed superb service, excellent food, and an updated atmosphere that lends itself well both to romantic relaxation and good, solid fun.
Tags: swig, third ward, sauce, joe sorge, angie sorge

Dining - Oct. 18, 2007
Best new restaurant, 2007: Water Buffalo
The Third Ward's Water Buffalo was warmly welcomed into the city's dining scene, thanks to its tempting menu and great views.
Tags: water buffalo, flux design, joe sorge, angie sorge, third ward, swig, riverwalk

Dining - June 15, 2006
Sorges, Flux collaborate on Third Ward's Water Buffalo
The Historic Third Ward is months away from its first water buffalo citing. The neighborhood will welcome Water Buffalo, a new, two-story restaurant at the corner of Water and Buffalo Street later this year, according to co-owners Joe and Angie Sorge.
Tags: Water Buffalo, Joe Sorge, Angie Sorge, Swig, Flux, Terrace Bar, Third Ward, The Corner, 1225, Luke's, night club business, dining, downtown, Water Street, design