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The Weekend Ahead May 1-3, 2026

Here's a curated list of some of the major Madison, WI events happening this weekend ...
Pink Heifer

Pink Heifer BBQ Saloon

After opening in Monticello a few years ago, Pink Heifer BBQ Saloon expanded to State Street this year. However, the new location doesn't have the full menu, full bar, ample dining space and charm of a historic building as the ...
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The Weekend Ahead April 24-26, 2026

Here's a curated list of some of the major Madison, WI events happening this weekend ...
Beach Cocktails

Beach Cocktails: Pours, Drinks, Sips, and Bites

I recently vacationed in the U.S. Virgin Islands and enjoyed drinking fun, fruity cocktails throughout the week. Thus, I was happy to accept an offer to review Beach Cocktails: Pours, Drinks, Sips, and Bites ($21.99, Gibbs Smith), edited by Allyson ...

Pancheros contest

May 24th, 2013

Here’s an interesting contest from Pancheros:

Pancheros salutes Bob, whose claim-to-fame is mixing ingredients for a uniform taste in each bite, by holding a contest in which diners take the unique utensil out of the kitchen and into the wild. Participants are encouraged to get imaginative and take Bob to places it otherwise would never see, like the beach or an iconic landmark.

To enter the contest, pick up a Bob at any Pancheros. Candidates must then snap a picture of Bob somewhere outside of the tool’s original home and post it to Pancheros’ Facebook page. One fan will be chosen on May 31 and another on June 7 to win free Pancheros burritos for a year based on the creativity of their submissions.

The contest will culminate on June 14, when one lucky participant will receive the ultimate grand prize of a hot air balloon ride along with a year of free burritos! Other standout entries will receive various surprise goodies from the burrito establishment.

Memorial Day Events

May 19th, 2013

I find it amusing when I ask people if they have any plans for Memorial Day weekend, and they reply that they’ll be going to Bratfest. In other words, they have zero plans, but they don’t feel like they’re completely wasting their weekend if they at least go to Bratfest.

Granted, it’s a great event, with the live music, carnival, Friday morning drive-thru and run/walk, but there’s so much more happening in the area, especially if you prefer day trips.

For example, the annual ChocolateFest in Burlington runs Friday-Monday. You can take part in the chocolate eating contest, visit the petting zoo and check out the Nascar exhibit.

While we’re still on the subject of festivals, the New Glarus Music Fest runs Saturday-Monday. Bands include Little Vito and the Torpedoes and The Jimmys.

The Mad City Ski Team starts its season on Sunday. Will it win yet another national championship this year?

On Monday, Monona will have its 58th annual Memorial Day parade, starting at 10 a.m. on Monona Drive. And while you’re in town, Monona’s community pool will be open for the season.

Finally, if you’re looking for overnight trips, here’s my previous post on where to stay and dine.

Planning your Preakness party

May 12th, 2013

Photo from www.preakness.com

Regarding cocktails, I think most people associate the Kentucky Derby with mint juleps. But what about the Preakness, the second leg of  the Triple Crown?

If you answered the Black-Eyed Susan, pat yourself on the back. (The Preakness also is known as “The Run for the Black-Eyed Susans,” because the winning horse is draped with a blanket of daisies meant to look like Black-Eyed Susans–hence the drink.)

So many people throw Kentucky Derby-viewing parties, but no one throws one for the Preakness, which takes place this Saturday. With that in mind, here are some recommendations on what to serve:

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