Posts with tag 'local restaurants'

Fall is in the air in Dane County, and we are always happy to welcome back one of our favorite seasons. There are many reasons to be happy about autumn's arrival in Wisconsin, but the return of Oktoberfest is at the top of the list. 

German immigrants started arriving here in the 1830s, and today Wisconsin has the highest percentage of individuals who identify as German-American in the United States. So it's no surprise that there are some fantastic Oktoberfest celebrations in the Madison area!

• 9/21 - Oktoberfest at Capital Brewery - 7734 Terrace Ave, Middleton, WI 53562
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There's plenty to see and do right here in Madison, but sometimes you just want to get away for a while. Well, you're in luck! You don't need to drive more than half an hour in any direction to see some of the best amenities the Badger State has to offer.

Let's take a look at just a few of the many day trips near Madison, WI:

• Blue Mounds – 4350 Mounds Park Road, Blue Mounds, WI 53517 (29 Miles from Madison, WI)
  Blue Mounds is a small community located west of Madison. It is home to

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Summertime is one of my favorite seasons. It's the time of year when Wisconsin really comes to life, and I try to spend as much time outdoors as I can. 

If you're looking for a bite to eat and don't want to be stuck inside this summer, food trucks are the answer. The Madison area has some great food trucks, and they're the perfect option for grabbing an amazing meal while enjoying the sunshine. 

• Curd Girl - 15 E Main St, Madison, WI 53703
  If Wisconsin is known for one thing, it's cheese. You'll find some of the best around at Curd Girl

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June 18th is International Sushi Day, and here in Dane County, we're excited to celebrate by highlighting some of our favorite local sushi restaurants. From maki to sashimi, these are some of the best places to order sushi in the Madison area!

• Tokyo Sushi - 1133 Williamson St, Madison, WI 53703
  A local favorite in Williamson-Marquette—known colloquially as the Willy Street neighborhood—Tokyo Sushi offers gre...

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How will you spend the first long weekend of summer 2024? If you're anything like me, you'll be living it up at one of these great Memorial Day weekend events around Madison.

• Brat Fest - Willow Island at Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison, WI 53713
  What's a summer weekend in Madison without some tasty brats? One of Wisconsin's iconic foods takes center stage at the World's Largest Brat Fest. This popular event pairs brats with a packed schedule of entertainment, and p...

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