Bars & Clubs - May 3, 2007
Black hole bars
We don't wish ill-will upon any Milwaukee watering hole, but let's face it: there are some locations around town that can't keep a bar in business. Here are some spots that have seen more turnover than a game of a bar dice at your favorite corner tap.
Tags: Brett Favre's Steak House, Nitro, Dragon Lounge, Lukas' on State, Eso, mantra, Lava Java, Aladdin, Salad Maker, Lava Java, Club Belize

Dining - April 23, 2007
Marchese's Olive Pit boasts family vibe
Family-owned restaurants have a special place our heart -- it’s warming to see the owners rubbing elbows with their housemates and siblings, working together for what, in these types of establishments, is most definitely a passion.
Tags: Olive Pit, pizza, Walker's Point, Lava Java, Marchese

Dining - Dec. 19, 2006
Marchese's Olive Pit sticks to traditional Italian pizza
Marchese's Olive Pit is shaping up to be a casual yet upscale pizza restaurant that encourages diners to sit down, take their time eating and enjoy the environment. The Marcheses hope to be open in Walker's Point shortly after the new year.
Tags: Marchese's Olive Pit, Walker's Point, pizza, Alterra coffee, Lisa Marchese, Gina Marchese, Lava Java, Vito Marchese

Milwaukee Buzz - Nov. 23, 2006
Lava Java becomes Olive Pit
The former Lava Java, 1100 S. 1st St., is transforming into Marchese’s Olive Pit.
Tags: Lava Java, Marchese’s Olive Pit, Walker's Point

Dining - May 4, 2006
Bianchini becomes co-owner of Juan's Mexicali
Marc Bianchini, owner of Osteria del Mondo and Cubanita's, has joined forces with Juan's Mexicali, 8880 S. Howell Ave. in Oak Creek.
Tags: Marc Bianchini, Osteria del Mondo, Cubanita's, Juan's Mexicali, Dertz, Lava Java