Bars & Clubs - Nov. 7, 2009
Milwaukee's wine bar guide
Going to a bar no longer means choosing between pilsner or stout, and it's not even a choice of Merlot vs. Cabernet anymore, either, thanks to these innovative and adventurous wine-focused bars and restaurants.
Tags: Bacchus, Balzac, Cuvee, Dream Dance steak, Potawatomi, Merenda, Libiamo, Meritage, Nessun Dorma, Pizza Man, Indulge, Vino 100

Dining - Oct. 19, 2009
Dining is a fine complement to wining at Balzac
As the name suggests, wine takes center stage at Balzac Wine Bar. The menu is unique, and the moderate prices allow guest to share a few small plates or grab a sandwich or salad without blowing the budget. Overall, the experience at Balzac is one of serenity. It's nice to have a nook to grab a bottle and know that if you do decide to eat, there are some very good options to play with.
Tags: balzac

Bars & Clubs - Sept. 11, 2009
On the town: Fall's warm and cozy hot spots
Football will reign on bar televisions and the heat lamps will pour out onto decks and patios. In anticipation of evenings spent on a cool patio or next to a blazing fire inside, here are some predictions for this fall's warm and cozy hot spots.
Tags: branded, whiskey bar, bomb shelter, balzac, stack'd, fall bars, nightlife, milwaukee bars, out on the town

Dining - May 18, 2009
A guide to restaurant and bar tapas
Largely uncertain of the overall trend, Americans are left wondering how the Spanish concept of tapas translates to the American table. But here's the secret: tapas are simply small portions meant for sharing. Red meat, seafood, vegetables, pastas, pizzas and even sweets make their way onto the tapas menu mixing traditional appetizers, main entrée concepts and dessert variations.
Tags: tapas menu, la merenda, hinterland, bosley on brady, balzac, generations five points, ginger, swig, heaven city

Dining - May 6, 2009
Reserve a spot at our finger-lickin' chicken and wine supper
That's right, we're holding our first "Finger-lickin' Chicken and Mighty Fine Wine Supper" on Tuesday, May 12 at Balzac, 1716 N. Arlington Pl.
Tags: Chicken, Balzac, finger lickin', fried chicken dinner, wine supper, wine, waffles