A Unique Culinary Tour
byOtehlia Cassidy’s Madison Eats Food Tours offers locals and visitors the chance to explore and savor the city from a culinary perspective.
EATS + DRINKS
Inexpensive Restaurants, Delicious Food
byRising costs got you down? These restaurants offer tasty eats for good prices.
Coffee and Curation at Tati Co.
byTati Co. offers a cozy respite this time of year with coffee, camaraderie and delightful artisan-made goods.
Game Day Grub: 10 Sports Bars to Check Out
byHead out to a local sports bar for a laid-back gathering — and good eats.
Savoring their Success
bySix woman-owned food businesses that are connecting us culturally, sourcing locally and amping up our culinary scene.
Cheese Tales at Firefly Coffeehouse
byJeanne Carpenter worked in the artisan cheese industry for years, and she wove in her knowledge of high-quality cheeses in the menu at Firefly Coffeehouse, the Oregon coffeehouse she co-owns.
Wild Bearies: Preservation, Advocacy and Food
byWith a goal to provide mentorship for Indigenous chefs and food professionals, Elena Terry founded the nonprofit Wild Bearies in 2019.
“There are a lot of life skills learned in the kitchen space,” says Terry, an enrolled member of the Ho-Chunk Nation.
Brix Cider: The Fruits of Her Success
byMarie Raboin and her husband, Matt, launched Brix Cider in 2017. Two years later, their tasting room and cidery opened in Mount Horeb.
“Part of our mission and our value is supporting sustainable agriculture,” says Marie.
Sensational Sweetz: Dreamy Treats
byAfter buying cakes for her daughter’s birthday parties over the years, Linda Smith started baking her own cakes — which kicked off her passion for baking, and ultimately starting her own side business, Sensational Sweetz.
Nommli: Cuisine That Connects
byIn 2022, Chintakayala and her husband, Raj Peddapati, launched Nommli, a combination meal and cultural experience subscription box.
“What’s the best way to connect people, other than through culture and food?” muses Chintakayala.