Finding good food experiences Up North
Anyone who knows the Minerva Chain of Lakes, knows about the famous sand bar on the lake where everyone goes to unwind, meet up with friends and have fun. Now there’s another bar on the lake where you can do just that, and you don’t have to get wet! Archie and Arthur’s Icehouse is reviving …
The act of “dining out” has become a thing of the past for many people these days. Most people I’ve asked haven’t eaten in a restaurant since March. The statistics showing jobs lost in the food and beverage industry reflect that: one in four jobs lost has been in that sector, according to an article …
There’s a new energy brewing in Frederic, WI. The town already has its perennial favorites like the Frederic Bakery, Daeffler’s Meats and the Ace Hardware Store. It also has a nice St. Croix Regional Medical clinic. But there are some new and cool things happening with businesses there that create a reason for you to …
There’s something new blossoming in Webster on Cedar Street. It’s named after the state flower of Wisconsin and is called Violet on Cedar. “Violet” is a wine bar that serves small plates, soups and dessert. It’s the creation of mother and daughter duo, Virginia Harstad and Ginna Lauré. They both spent their formative years in …
This year, the Fourth of July is a “season”, because with two weekends flanking the actual date, it’s hard to know just when to celebrate. So, I believe the answer to the question has become “for 10 days straight”. (You have to count Fridays and Mondays as weekend days for the folks who come Up …
The list of fabulous things to do Up North on Cinco de Mayo weekend is growing! Gather your friends and family to plan your weekend and then plan a siesta after it’s all over! Here are “cinco” events to choose from: 36th Annual Second Alarm Fish and Smelt Fry – Gather at the Jackson Town …
You can hardly have a conversation about food these days, without encountering someone who’s affected by gluten in the food they eat. I have a friend who was diagnosed with MS and has been prescribed a gluten free diet as a result. I recently met a woman with a child who is ADHD and their …
Fresh Start Coffee Roasters has made a great name for themselves in the hometown coffee café business. Zac Benson and his wife Lisa built the business from the (coffee) grounds up and it’s become a favorite stop on Main Street in Webster, WI for locals and second home owners alike. One thing a lot of …
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The 6th Annual “Taste of Siren” will be held at the Lakeview Event Center, just North of Siren on Hwy 35 on Thursday, September 24th from 5-8pm. Proceeds support the Domestic Animal Wellness Center and Wildlife Rescue. Tickets are just $20 per person or $35 per couple for “Tastes” from local dining establishments and select …
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If you like food, make an effort to spend some time in Northwestern Wisconsin this Fall. We have some fun events in the Siren and Webster, WI areas for you! One event worth your investigation is the first annual “Taste of the Trail” on Saturday, September 26th from 2-5pm. It’s a benefit for Northwest Passage, …
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