Dining - May 30, 2009
Al fresco: An outdoor dining guide
It's easier than ever to find an outdoor culinary experience in Milwaukee. Whether on the Riverwalk, Brady Street, the Third Ward or Downtown, fresh-air feasting in Milwaukee is easy, fun and full of adventure.
Tags: dining, al fresco, milwaukee restaurants, knick, osteria, rock bottom, outdoor seating, Riverwalk, outside dining, mimmas

Milwaukee Buzz - May 20, 2009
New bowling ball bling and jewelry adorn Riverwalk
Decorative jewelry began to pop up along Milwaukee's Riverwalk last night. Individual earring-like pieces on harp lights, huge steel rings, necklaces on the bridge houses and a series of brooches for selected buildings and balconies are all in the works.
Tags: Riverwalk, public art, fonz, jewelry, Marsha Sehler, John Ready, bowling ball, recycled art, jewels, art exhibit, Riverwalk District

Bars & Clubs - May 11, 2009
Summer in Milwaukee means a party on the patio
These days, outdoor patios come a dime a dozen. That's not a bad thing, but it would be futile to try to list them all here in a comprehensive guide. Instead, we're picking a few of our favorites and adding a few more that make Milwaukee famous in the summer months.
Tags: outdoor drinking, patio, riverwalk

Living - April 3, 2009
Downtown housing blog: Point on the River
I've toured many of Downtown Milwaukee's housing developments, and am going to start regularly blogging about my visits. I'll handle each in a similar manner: a general overview, photos and six key observations. First up? Point on the River.
Tags: Point on the River, Mandel, First Place, Garrison Partners, condos, Downtown living, lofts, Riverwalk, Third Ward, condominium, Fifth Ward

Dining - March 20, 2009
Kincaid's believes in Milwaukee, but it's closing
Kincaid's corporate parent says the timing just wasn't right, and that the restaurant, 1110 N. Old World 3rd St., will close on March 29.
Tags: Kincaid's, Restaurants Unlimited, closings, Downtown, dining, Riverwalk, fish, chops, steakhouse, third street pier

Dining - July 6, 2009
Happy Birthday Rustico Pizzeria!
There are advantages to getting older; you become wiser, more comfortable in your own skin, more confident in your abilities and develop loyal friends. Zartletti’s Rustico Pizzeria has done just that. Since my first visit last summer when it had just opened, it seems as though Rustico has r...
Tags: Rustico, pizza, riverwalk

Dining - Aug. 28, 2008
Yummy lunch at Yaffa
I urge everyone to get out of the office for an hour to grab some lunch and take a stroll on Milwaukee's beautful Rverwalk while the weather is still nice. The rejuvenating effects are innumerable. I'll just save you some time and tell you the best place  to eat - Yaffa. Lu...
Tags: Yaffa, Riverwalk, John Chitko, Downtown lunch, falafel