Politics - Feb. 2, 2007
Where there's smoke, there's ire
The smoking ban could be lifted for Hector's restaurant next week, but owner Rob Messinger isn't celebrating. "It's a social experiment that cost me $125,000," he says of the controversial ban enacted by Wauwatosa in July.
Tags: smoking ban, hectors, wauwatosa, doug hissom, rob messinger, tommy thompson, jim klauser, saz

Dining - June 21, 2006
Festival food guide
The City of Festivals gives most of the world’s cultures an annual opportunity to spotlight what makes them unique and special – and for us, a chance to enjoy their wonderful food and drink. Some of these tasty treats you just won’t find anywhere else.
Tags: festivals, summerfest, flaming cheese, saz, corn

Dining - June 14, 2006
Milwaukee Talks: Steve "Saz" Sazama
With summer approaching, we thought it would be a good time to catch up with "Saz," whose food is a fixture at festivals throughout the area. Enjoy this latest Milwaukee Talks.
Tags: steve sazama, saz's state house, summerfest, festivals, mozzarella marinara, cheese curds, saz