Food & Drink
Linda Falkenstein
Amid growing need, The River Food Pantry expands
Dane County’s busiest food pantry will soon triple in size. The River will move into its new custom-designed facility in January.
Courtesy Goodman Community Center
With FoodShare benefits delayed, Madison food pantries seeking donations of money, food, time
Now that FoodShare benefits are delayed due to the federal government shutdown, many pantries have launched a second food drive, or are just trying to get the word out about the ongoing need for more donations.
Nov 4, 2025
Bloom Bake Shop owner plans new eatery for 1923 Monroe St.
Owner Annemarie Maitri bought the building at 1923 Monroe St., most recently One & Only, and has plans for a new restaurant.
Oct 30, 2025
Courtesy Ben Altschul
Madison restaurateur Jane Capito dies at 80
Capito was instrumental in establishing a string of restaurants downtown and on the near west and east sides that reflected the area’s love of upscale comfort food, local ingredients, and a down-to-earth vibe.
Oct 17, 2025
Kyle Nabilcy
Sern Sapp is something new in Madison's Lao scene
Sern Sapp is its own thing. You will see phrases like “street favorite,” “comforting,” and “very much like home” on this menu, and the operation stays true to those guiding lights.
Oct 10, 2025
Tommy Washbush
One Dish: Pineapple sage at Imaginary Factory
“Sure, sage foam. Sounds disgusting,” I said to myself, and promptly ordered one.
Oct 6, 2025
Robin Shepard
Oktoberfests and more
Oktoberfests, prize winners at Flix, and an historical porter from Kirby Nelson.
Oct 4, 2025
Linda Falkenstein
A new restaurant from the team behind Sardine is in the works
Partners John Gadau and Philip Hurley are just beginning work on a concept
Oct 2, 2025
12:00 PM
Linda Falkenstein
Daily dose of dosa
Dine in — Kutty Leaf’s best dishes are those you don’t want getting soggy or cold via takeout.
Sep 12, 2025
8:00 AM
Robin Shepard
Yes, more IPAs are on tap
Local beers to look for this September, from G5, Third Space, Lake Louie and Young Blood.
Sep 11, 2025
12:00 PM
Courtesy Badger Prairie Needs Network
Farm to Pantry aims to fund fresh farm food at area food pantry
Badger Prairie Needs Network’s Farm to Pantry initiative attempts to keep fresh food on the table for vulnerable populations in the Madison area. A fundraiser dinner will take place on Sept. 13.
Sep 10, 2025
2:00 PM
Willow Rueckert-Gardner
Baked Wings is more than a takeout wings operation
Baked Wings & Things is a late night spot (weekend hours extend as late as 3 a.m.) poised to liven up the heart of downtown.
Sep 7, 2025
8:00 AM
The Herbiery reopens
Herbiery owner Nia Ryan has teamed up with Lauren Virnoche, owner of Ecotone Herbs.
Aug 25, 2025
2:00 PM
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Amid growing need, The River Food Pantry expands
Dane County’s busiest food pantry will soon triple in size. The River will move into its new custom-designed facility in January.
With FoodShare benefits delayed, Madison food pantries seeking donations of money, food, time
Now that FoodShare benefits are delayed due to the federal government shutdown, many pantries have launched a second food drive, or are just trying to get the word out about the ongoing need for more donations.
Bloom Bake Shop owner plans new eatery for 1923 Monroe St.
Owner Annemarie Maitri bought the building at 1923 Monroe St., most recently One & Only, and has plans for a new restaurant.
Madison restaurateur Jane Capito dies at 80
Capito was instrumental in establishing a string of restaurants downtown and on the near west and east sides that reflected the area’s love of upscale comfort food, local ingredients, and a down-to-earth vibe.
Sern Sapp is something new in Madison's Lao scene
Sern Sapp is its own thing. You will see phrases like “street favorite,” “comforting,” and “very much like home” on this menu, and the operation stays true to those guiding lights.
