What’s Cooking Around Madison
Six new drinking and dining spots to check out.
Six new drinking and dining spots to check out.
Exploring 2023’s colors of the year.
Frances Huntley-Cooper, the state’s first Black mayor, has had a storied, service-oriented career.
In 2013, Schuler opened Z Boutique, the area’s only plus-size boutique. The comfortable, upbeat space has been a haven for women seeking non fast-fashion items for all occasions from casual to dressy.
Dr. Derek Clevidence, UnityPoint Health – Meriter Family Medicine provider, gives tips to stay healthy and happy this time of year.
Thought-provoking visual arts, Broadway productions and musical adventures await.
Our 12 Women to Watch represent individuals who are community changemakers, leaders and creative thinkers with ideas that can shape entire industries.
Mercury Stardust calls herself a virtual maintenance technician and something of a self-help guide. It may seem like an unusual combination, but it’s a space she thrives in.
Since Yimmuaj Yang joined Groundswell Conservancy in 2020, she’s closed the gap between non-white farmers and available farmland.
As a self-professed “artist academic,” arts educator, author and podcast host Erica Halverson says two tenets guide her work.
“I have lived in Mexico, L.A. and Green Bay … Madison is so unique because of its ability to bring people together and work collaboratively. I have a lot of support, and there are large and influential Black and Latino communities here. That’s why we are able to get so many things done,” says Areli Estrada, executive director of Affordable Dental Care.
Alyson Schaefer barely took a breath between retiring as a physical education and health teacher from the Waunakee School District to founding her own nonprofit, Mental Fitness 4 Teens, and launching a podcast and YouTube channel.
Karen Laing didn’t set out to become a midwife, lactation consultant or tech CEO when she enrolled in the School of the Art Institute of Chicago in 1989.
Service has always been a priority for Michelle McGrath, an active member of the Rotary Club since 2007.
As director of LIFT Wisconsin, Marsha Mansfield wants to make legal services accessible to everyone, regardless of socioeconomic status.
Everything Diane Hanson does is guided by her Christian faith. “I was born a peacemaker. I always knew that about myself,” says the former chaplain.
To say Rosa Thompson has impacted the lives of young Black girls in the Madison area is an understatement.
While millions of people who are mothers don’t found an organization based off of diaper need, that’s exactly what Megan Sollenberger did — starting The Village Diaper Bank in 2018, a nonprofit that provides free diapers and wipes to families in need.
Ann Catlett started Solace Friends in 2018 to provide end-of-life care for people who are housing insecure, impoverished or don’t have a place or people to turn to at the end of life.
Our most-read articles in 2022.
It’s not the most delightful topic to talk about, but keeping your assets organized if something happens to you is crucial.
Natural elements mixed with graphic pops make for an interesting space.
It’s common for moms to feel depleted, overwhelmed and on the verge of burnout. But it doesn’t need to be this way.
A polished and timely renovation can raise the value of your home.
A career coach can take your work goals to the next level.
Wisconsin crafts 600-plus different varieties of cheese, and picking one can be mind-boggling. Here’s your cheat sheet.
Keep your fitness a priority with these simple tips from Princeton Club’s Trainers!
Katelyn Harms, UnityPoint – Meriter’s Infection Prevention Program manager, explains the difference between a cold, the flu and COVID-19.
How “radical authenticity” can benefit you at work.
While you’re shopping for friends and family, don’t forget to add a local nonprofit to your list if you’re able this holiday season.
Gift someone you love (or yourself!) with these mostly Wisconsin-made food and beverage finds.
The city’s international dining scene brings a wealth of tastes from all over the world.
Check out our roundup of Madison-area shops to #shoplocal and #shopsmall this holiday season.
The holidays mean more overnight visitors, so stock these local finds to make their stay cozy.
Check out this special leather handbag and tote shop in New Glarus.
How to make your favorite foods a little better for you.
The Madison Makers Market offers an enjoyable alternative at its Black Friday Holiday Market and Pub Crawl on Nov. 25 (noon to 5 p.m.), which features cocktails, community and one-of-a-kind gifts from more than 120 local artists and crafts-people.
During the Christmas season, Madison turns magical with its twinkling light displays, festivals and shopping destinations galore.
While you’re checking off your gift list for family, friends and colleagues, consider donating to a local nonprofit, too. The Madison Reading Project’s Community Book Drive is one excellent way to do that.
From light displays to shopping events to holiday eats, these Wisconsin small towns offer delightful family fun and plenty to do.
When the holidays approach, it’s time to take a trip to Janesville, which offers a wealth of ways to celebrate the season.
Kick-start your holiday season in Stoughton, where you’ll find a wealth of diverse gifts and plenty of festive experiences.
It’s easy to embrace winter in the Fox Cities, which is home to gems such as The Plaza at Gateway Park, Neenah’s impressive, one-year-old attraction.
Impress your sweetie with a getaway to Beloit, whose romantic downtown features charming, century-old buildings highlighted by the scenic Rock River.
Fort Atkinson offers memorable events and rich cultural experiences for the whole family during the holiday season.
Excellent ways to experience the arts scene now.
How Dane County women are navigating reproductive health after another landmark decision.
The city is a haven for writers and readers alike.
These titles have changed Madison authors’ lives.
While Ann Garvin admits that she can write (and find inspiration) literally anywhere, she says, “Madison is home. It’s where I recharge, find my center and get back to my routines. Plus, my dog is happiest here.”
Since moving here in 1999, Quan Barry has taken full advantage of the city’s bustling theater, opera, symphony, dance, museum and food scenes.
Madison novelists share their favorite reading spots.
Christina Clancy talks to BRAVA about what it was like to publish two novels since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020.
How (and where) our city pops up in literature.
BRAVA contributor Laura Anne Bird has written professionally her entire career, but her longtime dream has been to write a children’s novel.
After 12 years in Madison, Chloe Benjamin knows how to seek comfort when the weather is bleak.
These organizations and people promote a love of reading, and they’re based right in our backyard.
The area caters to library-users of all kinds.
Your most pressing questions are answered.
Creativity is a trait that must be employed when cultivating truly successful remodeling projects. Just ask the experts at Waunakee Remodeling, which offers an array of remodeling and home design services.