If you were hoping to get some Caffé Espresso CCQ, one of the best gyros in town or any of their other drinks and dishes – you’re out of luck and out of time. For many of us who loved the place, it’s hard to believe. Caffé Espresso in Downtown Green Bay has closed for […]
11 Bars & Restaurants Where You Can Get a Classic Northeast Wisconsin Fish Fry
Nothing says Wisconsin like the Friday Night Fish Fry! Perch, blue gill, walleye, cod, and haddock are most common and traditionally come with rye bread, onion, coleslaw, some sort of potato, tarter sauce and a lemon wedge. The Fish Fry is another classic Wisconsin tradition deeply rooted in our state’s heritage that can be traced […]
9 Coffeehouses to Check Out in the Green Bay Area
On November 13th, 2012, Dunkin’ Donuts announced that 11 new stores will go up throughout Green Bay and Milwaukee. The first restaurant will open in 2014 and the rest will be up and running by 2019. At the end of 2011, 10,083 Dunkin’ Donuts stores saturated the planet and totaled approximately $6.4 billion in sales. […]
Coffee Shops, Baristas, and the Downtown Appleton Art Scene
Starving artists and coffee shops go together like, well, biscotti and café au laits. While “coffee shop art” doesn’t always have the best connotations (did anyone else think of this sketch from Portlandia), I’ve been surprised and delighted at the range of skill displayed in downtown Appleton coffee shops over the years. ACOCA, Aspen Coffee […]
Highlights from the First Downtown Appleton Farm Market 2013
Grab your satchel, comfortable walking shoes, and love for all things local. It’s time for the Downtown Appleton Farm Market! Though the market’s first day opened under high humidity and no sun, that didn’t stop people from flocking to the stalls. Armed with pen and paper (and not much cash, curses!) I hit the streets […]
6 Appleton Area Coffee Shops You Should Check Out Right Now
If you’re a true coffee lover, avoiding the chains and getting good local java can be an eternal struggle. And it’s about to get harder. As we said before, 11 new Dunkin’ Donuts stores will soon go up throughout Green Bay and Milwaukee. The first restaurant will open in 2014 and the rest will follow […]
Can You Eat The Largest Pizza in Wisconsin Without Puking for a $500 Prize?
If you’re competitive, have a large appetite and need some extra cash, the Polito’s Monster Pizza Challenge might be right up your alley… I’m talking you and a partner chow down the largest pizza in Wisconsin without puking, spitting or running to the bathroom, and you’ll earn a $500 reward. Believe me – if you […]