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Hey there foodies and fun-seekers! Get ready to mark your calendars, because the ultimate culinary adventure is rolling into town – introducing Discover Brookfield’s Town Food Truck Festival at The Corners of Brookfield! Picture this: it’s a balmy summer evening, the sun is setting and the air is filled with tantalizing aromas from around the globe. That’s right, folks! Every third Wednesday from May to September, The Corners of Brookfield transforms into a foodie paradise, with more than 20 mouthwatering food trucks serving up a smorgasbord of delectable delights. From juicy burgers to sizzli ..read more

It’s no secret that Wisconsin is a hub for supper clubs, boasting more than 300 restaurants – the most of any state. In fact, many supper club enthusiasts take pride in visiting as many as possible in their lifetime to experience this dining tradition typically known for fish fries, prime rib specials and, of course, old fashioneds. To help elevate this cultural experience for others, the Wisconsin Supper Club Chasers, founded by Jim and his wife Michelle, curated the first-ever deal book – the Wisconsin Supper CLUB Dining Destinations Guide – which costs $45 and includes offers from 131 Wisco ..read more

By Kevin Revolinski | Photography by Hillary Schave Once a mainstay for folks looking for a quick, affordable meal before work, diners remain reliable, serving up delicious meals in a neighborly atmosphere. Grab a booth with friends or find an open stool for counter service and enjoy these six Madison-area favorites. Note: most of these restaurants only serve breakfast and/or lunch, and some are cash only. Check websites for hours of operation. C’S RESTAURANT & BAKERY This Middleton café has been making its own baked goods for nearly 40 years in addition to slinging breakfast daily. C’s c ..read more

By Jessica Steinhoff | Photography by Ty Helbach THEATER, DANCE AND COMEDY MADISON BALLET’S “TIMELESS” April 11-14, Overture Center Witness a world premiere by Artistic Director Ja’ Malik, who tackles the second act of “Giselle,” a touching tale of heartbreak and redemption. madisonballet.org UNIVERSITY THEATRE’S “ORLANDO” April 18-28, UW-Madison’s Vilas Hall, Mitchell Theatre A poet travels through time, hopping continents and changing genders, in a quest for true love and the perfect verse. Are these goals realistic, and do they have to be to yield great art? Ponder these questions and ..read more

By Kristine Hansen | Photography by the Downtown Fond Du Lac Partnership Most people already know about Milwaukee Irish Fest – the world’s largest celebration of Celtic music and culture – and every major town in Wisconsin boasts at least one Irish bar, if not half a dozen. Still, there are hidden gems around the state to further explore the luck of the Irish … if you know where to look. Smaller towns host Irish pub crawls on or around St. Patrick’s Day. This is a great way to explore a new area while still getting your annual Guinness or Jameson sip in. Typically, how this works is you sign u ..read more

By Kristine Hansen | Photo courtesy Destination Kohler Valentine’s Day isn’t just for lovers, of course. Galentine’s Day is an opportunity to show appreciation for your BFFs who show up consistently and simply make life fun. From an over-the-top getaway in Lake Geneva to vow renewals at a Milwaukee craft brewery, here are unique ways to celebrate the holiday, either on or around Feb. 14. Make Cards at Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel in Milwaukee Gather the girls to attend Love in Layers: A Galentine’s Workshop ($50 per person) on Saturday, Feb. 10, where Artist in Residence Anwar Floyd-Pruitt brus ..read more

By Anne Morrissy | Photography by Holly Leitner The Geneva Lake area’s ski hills may be quite petite when compared to famous ski resorts in other parts of the country, but this actually makes them an ideal place for beginners to learn this fun winter sport. Whether you’ve never stepped into ski boots before or you’re looking for a refresher course after a long hiatus from the sport, the area’s local ski hills offer the perfect environment to get into downhill skiing. Local ski schools offer plenty of options for instructor-led lessons. There are classes targeted to young children (as young as ..read more

With more than 40 years of Schnee Days experience under its belt, you could say Elkhart Lake has deep-snow experience in winter fun.  So, grab your winter gear, lace up your running shoes and gather your friends and family for a winter weekend of Schnee fun from Jan. 26-28. Schnee Days Weekend offers a variety of indoor and outdoor fun for all ages.  Elkhart Lake starts the weekend early with a Thursday evening moonlight snowshoe stroll.  Traversing Quit Qui Oc’s golf course in the winter brings a whole new appreciation to this beautiful property.  Snowshoeing continues all ..read more

By Melanie Radzicki McManus | Photo courtesy Hudson Hot Air Affair If your enthusiasm for winter begins to wane come February, check out one of these five unique festivals around Wisconsin that are well worth bundling up and bearing the cold. Knickerbocker Ice Festival Lake Mills, Feb. 2-3 Lake Mills’ signature winter event is the Knickerbocker Ice Festival, named after a company that harvested ice from Rock Lake a century ago. The festival begins Friday evening with snowshoeing and hiking at Korth Park, which sits atop a glacial drumlin and offers prime views of the lake. On Saturday, wa ..read more