Drinks articles:

On the town in Milwaukee: Sipping something local


Published Aug. 7, 2009 at 4:33 p.m.


Locally, you'll find drinks, cocktails and beers screaming "Wisconsin" each time a bartender goes to make the pour. You might not find them all at the Fair, but you'll find a decent mixture and if you're really looking for one of these local cocktails, just step just down the street or into a neighbor's house where prideful locals will happily educate you on Wisconsin favorites.

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Uncorked: Peak time for backyard chillin' and grillin'


Published Aug. 7, 2009 at 11:23 a.m.


Sitting out on the patio with friends, enjoying some tasty brats, hamburgers, ribs and corn on the cob is a pastime that Wisconsinites have mastered as we have a considerably shorter time span in which to practice it. So what better libation to match up with your classic grill fair than ... wine, of course.

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OnMilwaukee.com Recommends: Aug. 6, 2009


Published Aug. 6, 2009 at 4:31 p.m.


We're preoccupied with cream puffs this week, but that doesn't mean we've forgotten to recommend some cool things. We start with a tasty Flaming Damsel brew, wander through some cool music from Baby Teeth, check out cool treats in 'Stallis and your backyard, look into some cool kids' toys and a stunning new addition to a favorite TV show.

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Uncorked: Are restaurants ripping customers off?


Published July 30, 2009 at 4:25 p.m.


How often have you walked into a restaurant, opened the wine list and stared wide-eyed at the seemingly ridiculous prices? You scan down the list, looking for one or two of your most recent favorites, find them and can't believe that the restaurant wants $125 for the bottle you paid $35 for last week. Uncorked explores the meaning of this markup, explains the rationale and talks about a world with reasonably-priced wines.

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Wisconsin's Berres Brothers Coffee Brews Gourmet Coffee On The Food Network!


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Published July 27, 2009 at 2:12 p.m.
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July 27, 2009, 8:00 CST, the Food Network will feature Wisconsin's own Berres Brothers Coffee!Yes, Wisconsin gourmet coffee -brewed, sipped, and savored, now seen TV! ... Here's Cristie's intro to Edible Antics. Find the rest at http://food-fun.wisconsinfood.com/ ...

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A bittersweet Bay View discovery


Published July 25, 2009 at 9:03 a.m.


A Saturday night out in Bay View last weekend proved to be both encouraging and a bit of a disappointment.

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Uncorked: Mobile wine apps -- Yay or nay?


Published July 23, 2009 at 12:11 p.m.


You already lean on your iPhone or Blackberry for help in all kinds of situations. What about when it comes to selecting a wine? An informative app could help you out of a jam. The major problems with these sites is that you have no way to balance the information you just looked up with what is staring you in the face on the retail shelf or in the monstrosity of a wine list open before you.

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Uncorked: A conversation with Gaia Gaja


Published July 16, 2009 at 4:22 p.m.


Many people have referred to Angelo Gaja, current owner of Gaja Vineyards, as the King of Piedmont. His eldest daughter, Gaia, is most definitely worthy of the hyperbolized title of Princess. She carries on the family name and tradition with pride and passion, while holding "court" with the perfectly blended air of confidence and grace. During a recent visit to town, she spoke to OnMilwaukee.com wine expert Nathaniel Bauer.

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Chic Lounge arrives fashionably late to Third Ward


Published July 13, 2009 at 4:31 p.m.


The big signs covering the windows of the forthcoming Chic Lounge promised patrons a new bar and restaurant on the corner of Jackson Street and Corcoran Avenue in June, but co-owners Rita Anderson and Denita Sublett knew not to rush a good thing.

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Uncorked: Exploring the Magical Kingdom of Gaja


Published July 9, 2009 at 4:16 p.m.


After five generations, this famed Italian producer has captured the hearts, souls and palates of anyone fortunate enough to experience their amazing wines. Be a part of the magic this week in the first installment of a two-part series on the family history and the wines of Gaja.

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