The Blog

 

Our blog is a digital compass that guides you through the experiences, stories, and insights that make Milwaukee truly special. With every post, we invite you to explore the hidden gems that await your discovery, immerse yourself in the local culture, and embark on virtual journeys that spark your wanderlust. Whether you're planning your next adventure, seeking insider tips, or simply indulging in armchair exploration, let us inspire, inform, and ignite your curiosity. Start exploring now and dive into a world of endless possibilities. 

Fair Fare: A Bite Around the Wisconsin State Fair

Good times are in the air at the Wisconsin State Fair! Next week, the summer celebration of agriculture, entertainment, and family fun returns to the Wisconsin State Fair grounds, featuring the iconic giant slide, pig races, and menu items loaded with a day’s worth of calories in a single bite. With…

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A Taste of Germany in Milwaukee

Old-world flavors meet first-class hospitality at these restaurants, the standard-bearers for Milwaukee's German heritage. Kegel’s Inn Born in Austria in 1892, John T. Kegel immigrated to the United States in 1911. After working as a trimmer and milkman, John was convinced by a long-time…

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One-Stop Shopping in Milwaukee

Shopping centers aren't just for finding the latest deals in fashion or gadgets. They are one-stop places where you can shop, dine, relax and be entertained for hours on end. Here are just a few of the area's shopping havens. From the ashes of tragedy, a flourishing marketplace and food hall in…

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Milwaukee Food Hall of Fame

Milwaukee’s food scene is a rich cultural melting pot, blending diverse cuisines with locally inspired flavors. This unique culinary crossroads has hungry visitors coming back time and again to explore even more. Bloody Mary No longer just a brunchtime drink, in Milwaukee, bloody marys have…

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15 Milwaukee “Top Chef” Locations Revisited

Before Reading, please note: This blog contains Bravo’s “Top Chef: Wisconsin” spoilers. If you’d like to preserve the culinary suspense until you’re caught up, we’ll be right here when you’re ready! It all came down to one last chance at glory in the season finale of Bravo’s “Top Chef: Wisconsin,”…

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4 Fun Ways to Celebrate Father’s Day in Milwaukee 2024

No two dads are alike, and neither should your Father’s Day celebrations. This year, ditch the ties, tools and miscellaneous golf clubs and give Dad the gift of a special day with the family tailored to him. To help you plan your Father’s Day celebration in Milwaukee, we’ve created four different…

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New in MKE: Sportsbook Potawatomi Casino | Hotel

The Midwest’s largest retail sports betting venue is now open, and it’s right here in Milwaukee! Potawatomi Casino | Hotel’s latest 6,500 sq. ft. two-story addition in the former Northern Lights Theater redesigns the ultimate sports fans’ viewing experience with a massive video display, on-site…

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NFL Draft 2025: Milwaukee to Green Bay in a Day

The pick is in. With the first pick…in the 2025 NFL Draft…You select…Milwaukee, Wisconsin! That’s right, the torch has been passed, and Green Bay is on the clock for next year’s draft. Less than 365 days from now, elite college stars will take to the stage and achieve their lifelong dreams, becoming…

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Q&A with Chef and Bravo's "Top Chef" Guest Judge Dane Baldwin

Dane Baldwin is the chef and owner of The Diplomat in Milwaukee's Lower East Side neighborhood, and the 2022 James Beard Foundation's Best Chef in the Midwest. Bringing approachable American fare with flare, Baldwin shares his thoughts on what makes the city's culinary landscape so unique…

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Baird Center Expansion

Now that the expansion is complete, the Baird Center will offer 52 state-of-the-art breakout rooms, 300,000 contiguous square feet of exhibition space, the stunning rooftop Baird Ballroom with city views, inclusive amenities and more!

Women's College Volleyball Showcase

Tickets for the Women’s College Volleyball Showcase, running from September 1-2 at Fiserv Forum, are on sale now. Get your single match tickets and two-day match packages today!