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Issue #143 January 14, 2010

The News in Food

conferences join forces to grow local food knowledge

I’m surely not the only Foodie geeking out about the line-up for the Midwest Value Added Agriculture Conference and Wisconsin Local Food Summit.

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words by Katie Venit

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Issue #143 January 14, 2010

Azul Tequila

new Mexican restaurant finds home in Eau Claire

With temperatures lowering in Eau Claire, the heat is certainly rising at the new restaurant Azul Tequila, which opened its doors on Dec. 22.

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words by Claudia Lozano

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Issue #142 December 24, 2009

Local Shop Features Wine Dispensing Robot

The fancy new Enomatic Elite machine at Coffee Grounds takes old-fashioned wine tastings into the future.

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words by V1 Staff

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Issue #142 December 24, 2009

Easier Seating at Pad Thai

As if you haven’t noticed yet (because they’ve been closed for a month), beloved Eau Claire restaurant Pad Thai is renovating its interior.

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words by Trevor Kupfer

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Issue #142 December 24, 2009

Children's Theatre Offers Tour of Local Cuisine

Would you like to experience the best food and drinks the Chippewa Valley has to offer, while raising money for a good cause at the same time?

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words by Mitchell See

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Issue #141 December 10, 2009

Over-Caffeinated Menomonie

a mini tour of the city’s many quality coffeehouses

Menomonie's person-to-café ratio must be one of the highest in the country. And I’m not talking about Starbucks, here.

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words by Adam Rockwell

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Issue #140 November 26, 2009

Porter's Goes to India

local restaurant answers your call for Indian cuisine

Ever since Flavor of India closed its operation a few years ago, Chippewa Vallians have been aching for Indian cuisine.

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words by Jenna Campbell

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Issue #138 October 29, 2009

It's Getting Chili Out

three upcoming events show how much we love our chili

You know what Wisconsinites love about this time of year? One word. Chili. You know what else we like? Eating a crapload of chili for charity.

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words by Bailey Berg

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Issue #136 October 1, 2009

Asia Palace

the Valley’s newest Asian buffet adds a sushi chef to the mix

Step inside, and behold the tremendous fountain just inside the door, venture around the corner and see the full-service bar, made of jade stone ...

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words by Bailey Berg

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Issue #136 October 1, 2009

It's Prime (Rib) Time

new Menomonie eatery tackles the meaty issues

The new Sparx Restaurant in Menomonie would be best described as supper club meets sports bar ...

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words by Adam Rockwell

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Issue #136 October 1, 2009

Eating Your Yard

a local Food Not Lawns chapter sprouts in Eau Claire

“If you till up your ground and plant something there, you’d be surprised how much you like it. And you won’t need to mow.”

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words by Katie Venit

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Issue #133 August 20, 2009

Copps Closes, Another Gordy's to Appear

Gordy’s County Market, a family-owned and operated grocery store chain in the Chippewa Valley since 1966, has purchased Copps grocery store.

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words by Heather Mawhiney

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Issue #133 August 20, 2009

Outback is Out

Australian-themed restaurant chain Outback Steakhouse closed its doors to the meat-loving patrons of Eau Claire for the final time on Aug. 9.

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words by Heather Mawhiney

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Issue #133 August 20, 2009

Revealing the Secret

Asian eatery Secret Garden focuses on Korean fare

Diners sipping wine under pergolas surrounded by lighted trees and soft Korean music can be excused if they forget they’re sitting feet away from Hastings Avenue.

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words by Katie Venit

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Issue #132 August 6, 2009

The Scoop: A Tour of Local Ice Cream Shops

everything you need to know about the places with ice cream in the Valley

Summer’s blistering heat can only be countered by a luxurious, cool breather of ice cream.

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words by Brittany Landorf

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Issue #131 July 23, 2009

The Bar Out Back

Moke’s Bar and Grill in Hallie offers outdoor fun

“It’s not a college bar; not an old person bar; it’s an everyone bar. It’s a place everyone can feel welcome.” – Nate Moquin

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words by Bailey Berg

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Issue #131 July 23, 2009

Wine Tasting Helps Fund Community Table Relocation

The Community Table, an organization that serves over 100 hot meals every day to Chippewa Valley residents in need, will host a wine tasting event.

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words by Emily Kuhn

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Issue #131 July 23, 2009

School Garden Teaches Sustainability, Eating Local

Designed by Mike Goettl of Sustainable Landscaping, the student garden at Eau Claire’s DeLong Middle School demonstrates the integration of current green culture and education.

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words by Brittany Landorf

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Issue #129 June 25, 2009

Godfather of Game Day

Draganetti’s Owners Open Sports Bar & (Italian) Grill

“We’re all Italian in my family. It’s been an inside joke that maybe we’re part of the mafia.”

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words by Lisa de Felice

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Issue #129 June 25, 2009

Walter's Beer is Back!

An old favorite has made a triumphant return to Eau Claire area watering holes. Walter’s beer, an Eau Claire based brew dating back to the 1890s, has been ...

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words by Nick Gourdoux

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Issue #128 June 11, 2009

The Beer Here

Gordy’s Valley Spirits stages first ever beer festival

Not much goes better than a cold beer and a hot day, but Gordy’s Valley Spirits and the Chippewa Youth Hockey Association are up there.

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words by Heather Mawhiney

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Issue #127 May 28, 2009

Taste of Eau Claire

serving up tons of tasty food for a good cause

On June 7, the Taste of Eau Claire is returning to Phoenix Park, with 24 (and counting) local vendors ready to tease the community with all sorts of appetizers, entrees, and desserts.

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words by Eric Rasmussen

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Issue #127 May 28, 2009

Nothin’ to Wine About

River Bend Vineyard & Winery open in Chippewa

The husband-and-wife-run vineyard has been growing for four years now, but the winery, newly built, is still in its infancy ...

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words by Heather Mawhiney

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Issue #126 May 14, 2009

Mexican Deli-Style Restaurant Opens

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words by V1 Staff

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Issue #126 May 14, 2009

Stella Goes Outside

Spring has finally won out over winter, and the iron gate to the Stella Blues outdoor dining patio has swung open.

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words by Betty Rae Matthews

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Issue #126 May 14, 2009

Galloway Goes Outside

Steel and aluminum bistro sets are sprouting like tulips on restaurant patios at the moment

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words by Betty Rae Matthews

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Issue #126 May 14, 2009

New Eatery: The Livery

new downtown eatery focuses on unexpected fare

On the second floor, rough beams rise diagonally from a restored wooden floor. The space has the presence of a hayloft. This was, after all, where the horses were kept.

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words by Kinzy Janssen

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Issue #125 April 30, 2009

The Big Brew

Congress demands annual public beer brewing celebration

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words by Gene Power

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Issue #121 March 5, 2009

EAT SCENE: Dine Local

several restauranteurs look to local producers for ingredients

“It takes more time than opening a catalog and going, ‘OK, we’ll take a case of this ...'"

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words by Carrie Weiss

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Issue #121 March 5, 2009

EAT SCENE: One More Beer and I Gotta Go...

tour some of the best places in the Valley for tasty brews

Now when I get a hankering for polka music, wiener schnitzel, brats, or good beer, I just ...

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words by Heather Brunner

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Issue #121 March 5, 2009

EAT SCENE: Off the Menu

advice for out-of-the-ordinary ordering and cool combinations

Restaurants throughout the Valley have employees inventing the next great culinary creation.

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words by Trevor Kupfer & Kinzy Janssen

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Issue #120 February 19, 2009

More Than a Meal

The Creamery touts the entire dining experience

... the occasion felt like a worldly experience, a cultural awakening that challenged me.

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words by Tina Rosentrater

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Issue #120 February 19, 2009

The Livery Restaurant to Open in Early March

The Livery, aka Cowtown Saloon, will open in early March.

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words by Kinzy Janssen

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Issue #120 February 19, 2009

Pioneer Grill Expands for Dining and Entertainment

The Pioneer Saloon and Grill just outside of Menomonie will have plenty of room for ...

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words by Kinzy Janssen

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Issue #119 February 5, 2009

Taste the Leinie’s Amber First

Leinie’s offers new brew exclusively in the area before it flows to the rest of Wisconsin.

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words by Mike Paulus

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Issue #119 February 5, 2009

New Winery Plants Its Vines in Chippewa Falls

Live music, chocolate, wine, cheese, pottery, and diversity will emerge this June ...

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words by Trevor Kupfer

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Issue #118 January 22, 2009

Lunch at Camille’s

hot sandwiches and flatbread pizza anchor café menu

“We want you to know who we are, and we want to know who you are.”

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words by Claire Jeffries

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Issue #118 January 22, 2009

Middle Eastern Deli Coming
to Water Street

A Chippewa Valley doctor is renovating a Water Street eyesore into a deli.

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words by Mark Koenig

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Issue #116 December 18, 2008

Hit Up the New, Family Style Buffet Restaurant

Freshly opened on Dec. 15, the Ciao Line Family Buffet features an impressive spread.

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words by Carrie Weiss

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Issue #116 December 18, 2008

Wisconsin Has No Need to Be Surly

They’ve finally done it – Minnesota’s Surly Beer has invaded Wisconsin.

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words by Mark Koenig

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Issue #116 December 18, 2008

Captains of Cork

new shop allows you to brew homemade wine, beer

Shawn and Julie-Ann Kluge have turned their hobby of making wine into their business.

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words by Megan Ault

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Issue #115 December 4, 2008

New Dawg Eatery Opens

Located on campus, Yo Dawg is the Stout’s newest late-night noshery.

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words by Emily Thierfelder

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Issue #114 November 20, 2008

Rustlin' Up Some Pizza

If you were thinking there's a severe lack of ranches in the Valley, well, you’d be right ...

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words by Caitlin Heidbrink

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Issue #114 November 20, 2008

Bringin' the Burgers

new burger joint comes to Eau Claire’s east side

“Our burgers are better. We bake our own buns, buy fresh Angus, hand make our patties ..."

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words by Brent Widmark

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Issue #112 October 23, 2008

Book Features Dishes by Local Hmong Cooks

Hmong Cookbook includes 15 step-by-step recipes such as curry noodles, egg rolls, and beef salad

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words by Trevor Kupfer

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Issue #112 October 23, 2008

Hospital Gets a Living Room

The Living Room has joined forces with Eau Claire’s Luther Midelfort ...

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words by Caitlin Heidbrink

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Issue #110 September 25, 2008

Mealin’ for the Healin’

When it comes to hospital dining, St. Joseph’s and Sacred Heart have banished the mystery meal.

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words by Caitlin Heidbrink

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Issue #110 September 25, 2008

Steep Increase

downtown gets a tea infusion with opening of Infinitea Teahouse

“The thing that we’ve found is that it’s such a conversation piece ... ”

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words by Karline Koehler

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Issue #109 September 11, 2008

Local Publishes Healthy Cookbook

New cookbook Simple Choices for Healthier Eating by local woman Dorie Fink.

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words by Trevor Kupfer

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Issue #109 September 11, 2008

Eat Local: I Triple Dog Dare You!

Eau Claire’s A Second Opinion magazine is once again challenging Chippewavallians to eat local.

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words by Trevor Kupfer

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Issue #106 July 31, 2008

New Family Cafe In Perfect Harmony

Mom in the kitchen concocting homemade recipes ...

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words by Trevor Kupfer

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Issue #106 July 31, 2008

The Economics of Eating

professor studies effect of buying local food

éNow is the time to study the impact of local foods," says Jamelske, explaining that ...

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words by Emily Thierfelder

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Issue #105 July 17, 2008

Just Like Home

Living Room Coffee House hosts young musicians, locally named sandwiches

Ron Lovelien wants you to feel at home.

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words by Hannah Vick