Food & Drink
Let’s Talk Womxn Hosting ‘More Than March’ Dinner
Plus: The Yemeni coffee trend, new Mexican restaurants and downtown boba.
Mar 2nd, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Meet Milwaukee’s Newest Wine Bar
After 16-month wait, Cork Wine Bar welcomes its first customers.
Feb 28th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
New Northwest Side Mexican Restaurant Opening Soon
From shamrocks to sugar skulls, Cinco Lokos has transformed the former Thistle & Shamrock into its new home.
Feb 27th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Owner Shares Plans For New 3rd Street Market Hall Restaurant
From Cermak to Creta, Edgar Aispuro is bringing Mediterranean cuisine to the downtown food hall.
Feb 27th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Sherman Phoenix Entrepreneur Takes on Community Health
Tana Jeter's cafe centers on Herbalife products, but that's just the beginning.
Feb 27th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
New Owners For Garfield’s 502
Bronzeville bar will be handed down to the next generation, but maintain community focus.
Feb 26th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Youth Gardening Group Buying 3 City Lots
City charges nonprofit We Got This, which teaches urban gardening to hundreds of kids, $1 per lot.
Feb 25th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Different Seafood Restaurant for East Town
Three-story restaurant has new name, will move from sushi to Louisiana cajun style.
Feb 25th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
George Webb on East Side Closed
Building owner seeks national food and beverage brand to fill the space.
Feb 25th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
A New Operator for Courthouse Cafe
Antigua owners will bring grab-and-go items and Latin-inspired specials to vacant cafe.
Feb 24th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Yemeni Coffee Shop Coming to Harbor District
Azal Coffee hopes to open its first Milwaukee location at Freshwater Plaza.
Feb 24th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Boba Shop Opens at 3rd Street Market
Plus: A new taco shop, two closures and chefs' role in climate change.
Feb 23rd, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
New Mexican Restaurant for Harbor District Wins Key Approval
Miguel Herrera plans to continue family's legacy with Jalisco's Cantina.
Feb 22nd, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Lawsuit Alleges Minocqua Brewing Owner Uses Super PAC for Personal Gain
Bangstad was previously liable for defamation in civil case and charged with criminal defamation.
Feb 22nd, 2025 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Minocqua Brewing Company Owner Courts Controversy, Donations, But Super PAC Raises Questions
Kirk Bangstad portrays himself as a fighter, but a string of failed lawsuits and unexplained super PAC spending raise questions.
Feb 21st, 2025 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Explorium Reveals Plans For Good City Taprooms, Including One Closure
Two rebrands are set to occur in the coming months.
Feb 20th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Downtown Bar and Restaurant Announces Closure
Third Street Tavern closed its doors on Tuesday, but popular menu items will live on at sister establishments.
Feb 20th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Farmers, Chefs Call For Climate Action at James Beard Foundation Event
A roundtable discussion this week on climate change's impact on local industries.
Feb 20th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Mediterranean Concept Proposed For Downtown Food Court
Creta Mediterranean Grill coming to 3rd Street Market Hall.
Feb 19th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Mr. Taco Opens Brick-And-Mortar Restaurant
Food truck-turned restaurant open for business in Clarke Square neighborhood.
Feb 18th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
