Published April 12, 2012
Do you dream of tender, slow-cooked pork? Does your heart melt at the thought of biting into a slice of delectably crispy smoked belly? If you do, you'll want to give some serious thought to attending SloPig Milwaukee, a celebration of fine swine and robust spirits.
Published March 11, 2012
Since the John Ernst Cafe opened in 1878, Milwaukee has scoffed at "big city" food bent on fussiness and ostentation. In time, this style gave way to a new crop of chefs and food, showing us that fine dining is possible in the city known for brats and cheese. While these new dining experiences are well documented, there is little known among the public about how that food becomes reality. "The Engine Room" looks into the kitchens of some of Milwaukee's coolest restaurants, led by some of its most relevant chefs.
Published Feb. 21, 2012
The list of restaurant and chef semifinalists were announced today for the 2012 James Beard Foundation Awards, the nation's most prestigious recognition program honoring professionals in the North American food and beverage industries. Semifinalists for this year's awards were chosen from 28,000 online nominations, and Wisconsin-area restaurants and chefs were nominated in three categories including Best Chef in the Midwest, Outstanding Bar Program and Outstanding Wine Program.
Published Jan. 5, 2012
Everyone has a restaurant they intend to check out, but never do. Or they went once and meant to go again, but for some reason, haven't.
Published Nov. 10, 2011
When was the last time you giggled with delight at the thought of head cheese? Or possessed a craving for beef liver frying in a bath of fried onions? Have you ever tried tripe sausage? Tongue? Or brains?
I don't know if I would call myself a foodie. I love food, I love to go out to new restaurants and talk about the food, and I know what my pallet likes and doesn't like. But I'll leave the reading of Gourmet, Food and Wine, and others to my husband. He's the cook in the family anyways. I just eat...
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