7 Restaurants to try on Madison’s Northside
Oct 02 2019
If you live on Madison’s northside, you already know that it is home to some great restaurants. Madison’s northside has changed quite a bit over the past several years and is growing as a dining…

The 11 Best Taco Places in Madison, WI
Apr 23 2019
Whether you love a classic al pastor taco, a crispy fish taco with slaw, or an overstuffed taco loaded with guacamole, salsa and sour cream, tacos hold universal appeal. Some taco fans prefer soft flour…
Steak and Egg Tacos Borrachos with Mezcal – Recipe
Dec 03 2018
Steak and Egg Tacos Borrachos (Drunken Steak and Egg Tacos) These steak and egg tacos with a delicious mezcal chipotle sauce are perfect for a boozy brunch! Makes enough for about 10 tacos Ingredients: Beef:…
10 Best Local Restaurants on Isla Mujeres Mexico
Oct 23 2018
There’s nothing better that being caressed by a warm ocean breeze while enjoying delicious, fresh food and sipping your favorite cocktail. At least I can’t think of anything! Isla Mujeres Mexico is home to some…

9 Best Things to Do in Isla Mujeres, Mexico
Sep 04 2018
Isla Mujeres, Mexico, is a beautiful island paradise just a 30 minute ferry ride off the coast of Cancun. It’s the perfect destination for a family vacation or a solo trip. There are plenty of…

Chaya & Cacao on Isla Mujeres, Mexico Redefines and Refines Island Fare
Apr 05 2018
Nestled under a palm frond canopy, just a short walk from Isla Mujeres’ North Beach is Chef Lori Dumm’s newest restaurant on Isla Mujeres, Mexico–Chaya & Cacao. Chaya & Cacao redefines and refines island fare.…

Vegan Mushroom Ceviche
Sep 18 2017
RECIPE: VEGAN MUSHROOM CEVICHE (courtesy of Restaurare in Tulum) Such a simple, delicious and flavorful way to prepare mushrooms! Courtesy of the generous and lovely staff at Restaurare Vegan Restaurant in Tulum, Mexico. Makes 1…

On the Taco Trail – Four Tasty Madison Tacos by Bike
Jul 10 2017
Who doesn’t love tacos? While there isn’t a taco truck on every corner (yet), Madison, WI has an array of notable taco options. They range from “authentic” (meat, lime, onion and cilantro only) to innovative…

Global Eats on the Streets – 4 Madison Food Carts to Try Now
May 10 2017
Street food often evokes images of taco and churro carts at a central plaza in Mexico, juicy lamb kebabs sizzling on a grill alongside a street in Mali or woks flash cooking fresh veggies and…

Fresh Fish and Fire Dancers – Four Days on Isla Mujeres
Mar 16 2017
Our journey continues…Day 5-9 of our Culinary Vacation to Mexico Isla Mujeres A 5-mile long island paradise, Isla Mujeres is only a 20 minute ferry ride from Cancun, with palm tree-lined beaches, a great local…

Palms, Pibil and Palapas – Two Days In Tulum
Mar 05 2017
Nine Days on a Culinary and Cultural Vacation in the Yucatan and Quintana Roo. The story begins here… The magic of a place can take hold slowly, building moment by moment so that in fact…

Mercado Marimar Serves Delicious Mexican Food
Nov 02 2016
Maria Garcia came to Madison when she was just 17 years old. She had been in the U.S. just 2 years, living in Laredo, Texas, working as a nanny for $17/week, never thinking she would…

El Sabor de Puebla – Great Mexican Food on Madison’s East Side
Jul 13 2015
El Sabor de Puebla recently relocated from Willy Street to Madison’s Emerson East Neighborhood. Great Mexican food (that’s locally sourced!) is exactly what has been missing from Madison’s “up and coming” east side foodie paradise. El Sabor…