We had an absolutely fantastic experience at Chicago Culinary Kitchen! Everything we ordered was…read morespectacular: the half brisket, steakhouse burger, truffle fries, mac and cheese with Hot Cheetos, and tamale. The food was full of flavor, beautifully done, and reasonably priced for the quality. The atmosphere is cool and unique, too, and Operations Manager Jay made the visit even better. He was awesome--friendly, welcoming, and a real credit to the restaurant. We loved everything and can't wait to come back!

Our church recently partnered with Chicago Culinary Kitchen for a catered event, and we could not…read morebe more pleased with the experience. The food arrived fresh, well prepared, and was delicious! Jay, whose service was outstanding, was attentive, professional, organized, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. He was extremely helpful in the delivery process ensuring that our food arrived on time! The quality was exceptional, and we look forward to ordering from Chicago Culinary Kitchen for many years forward. We highly recommend catering from them if you need to feed a large group of people!

What an intoxicating combination - coffee and fiber fumes!!! Had a delightful time browsing the…read moreyarn - got a skein of local to Wisconsin dyed yarn - and then enjoyed my iced latte. I wish I had more time to sit and knit. Lovely place!!!

What a treat! We loved this spot so much that we visited twice during our couple day visit to the…read morearea. Tucked I a cozy house, the Sow's Ear is part coffee shop part knitting craft store. They offer a variety of knitting classes and community offerings under this roof. It was bustling with warm energy during both of my visits. They sell baked goods form Madison Sourdough Company, a variety of coffee and tea drinks along with a few gift items like jams, coffee beans, and earrings. We ordered the protein oatmeal topped with walnuts and pumpkin seeds (twice since it was so good- and healthy) and the toast with rhubarb jam. On one of the visits they were willing to make cinnamon toast for my sister who was sick at the hotel with the flu. A family comfort food. "They also make a delicious "fierce mocha with chocolate and cayenne. Highly recommend this charming spot in Verona!

we loooove a good tasting menu + wine pairing! delectable offers fine dining on fridays and…read moresaturday nights & cooking classes during the week! not quite as intimate of a dining experience as nook but is along the same line. we got a reservation at the bar a week before so doesn't seem overly difficult to obtain. the menu switches up about 4x a year depending on the season. the chef and sommelier here did an excellent job introducing each dish/drink, and the wine pairings were chosen well!!! I love that you can see them prepare each of the dishes on the screens by the kitchen. excellent service as well, staff did a great job at taking away dirty plates/glasses and replacing accordingly. I also thought each round was spaced out well so that I was never waiting for too long or had too little time to eat. There was a blindfold round where we had to rely on just taste & touch to figure out what we were eating which was both silly and fun (we found out what we were eating at the end and got some more as a gift to go). my personal fav of the meal was the sun meadow chilean sea bass!!! the sun meadow oil is a perfect dupe of butter and melted straight into that sea bass, paired with crunchy capers on a bed of creamy whipped goodness. All of the sauces were done extraordinarily well, especially that under the braised leeks!!! the tuna tartare was my bf's fav - crunchy toppings with fresh tuna on avocado in a spicy, asian inspired sauce. we were less impressed by the raviolo and steak entrees but still good (the chili oil on the raviolo kinda threw me off). the intermission was nice as a brief break to shop around and purchase things at a discount. overall, pricy meal but definitely a whole experience (3 hours long that is!). would highly recommend trying this out if you also enjoy fine dining experiences. I personally wanna come back to try their wednesday night burgers soon!!

I visited DelecTable in Madison for a multicourse chef's tasting experience. The restaurant leans…read moreheavily into the idea of dining as an experience, leaning into the European way of dining - that is, you have the table for the night." Think dining as the entertainment and the social experience, not shoveling it in and table turnover for tips. With creative presentations, themed courses, and a strong emphasis on sensory elements, the team puts a lot of thought and passion into crafting something unique. The multicourse meal offered a wide range of flavors and techniques--some dishes were genuinely impressive, others more about the concept than the taste. The pacing was smooth, and the staff was warm, knowledgeable, and clearly invested in making the night feel special. It's the kind of place where you sit back and let the experience unfold. That said, for me, it landed in the category of "worth doing once." The evening was fun and distinctive, but more of a special-occasion outing than a spot I'd return to regularly. If you enjoy immersive dining or want something out of the ordinary, it's definitely worth trying at least once.

The Deliciouser was a surprisingly inviting restaurant with a vibrant atmosphere and eclectic menu…read more The service was outstanding from hostess to wait staff. For starters, the non-alcoholic drink menu was greatly appreciated in "sober October." A few non-alcoholic wine options were surprisingly tasteful -- literally: 1) Serena Mode 0.0 Sauvignon Blanc '24 Central Valley, CL (Green Apple, Peach - Herbaceous); and, 2) Oddbird Sparkling Blanc de Blancs, FR (Green Apple, Lemon Peel, Honey -- Dry). My food was delectably delicious!!! Here's what I ate--and I consumed all of it--every morsel it was that good: Appetizer: Signature Mignonette Oysters: Champagne Vinegar, Herb Oil, Lake Superior Gold Caviar ($4.5 / $50 Dozen) Entree: Pan-Seared Halibut: Night Market Carrot Purée, Pea Shoots, Pickled Celery and Kimchi Consommé. I skipped the dessert though the offerings looked divine (dessert menu attached as a photo), but did enjoy the coffee! My wife and daughter absolutely raved about their dinners -- Grilled Petite Lettuces -- Happy Camper Oyster Vinaigrette, Citrus, Olive Oil Breadcrumbs topped with Parmigiano-Reggiano Night Market Thai Beef Salad -- American Wagyu Bavette Steak, Coconut, Peanuts, Chrysanthemum Greens, Fish Sauce Vinaigrette. Finally, I can't wait to come back because as you can see my family killed the Pistachio Cake (Lemon-Pistachio Relish, Labneh, Za'atar)!

What a great place. A stellar chef driven menu (using the spices that are sold by the Delicouser),…read moregreat wine and cocktail menu and great service. While the dining room doesn't lend itself to a romantic evening (bar overlooking the kitchen, a few high tops and communal long tables), the rest of the experience is top notch. I stopped In for lunch and ordered the ginger fried chicken. A savory flavor bomb, the chicken was perfectly fried and moist and the brioche bun outstanding. I loved the chili crisp mayo along with the house made pickles. I was stuffed but the housemade malt gelato and brioche ice cream sammy called my name. Yes, it was rich. True, it was decadent. Valid, tons of calories. But....so so good. A must try in the land of landscape of very non-original restaurantsrestaurants that seem to be popping up in Madison.

This is a great location for gifts, candy, and Knick-knacks. We happened to be nearby when they had…read moretheir grand opening and stopped in, and out kids had fun with the games they had set up. This is also a great place for our children to shop on their own for family and friends; we have our kids make a list of who they want to buy gifts for and let them shop by themselves (within view of us). They always find what they want to give and are excited to do it 'on their own.' The staff here have always been professional, friendly, and helpful whenever we've visited.

The grandkids love this store! Great candy and slime selection, and you can always count on finding…read moreproducts that are trending on TikTok--which is very important when you're 10 . It's a great place to stop for a quick treat that won't break the bank.

A true Madison gem! This lovely shop has the perfect blend of thoughtful gifts, useful kitchen…read moretools, and little ways to "treat yourself"! I probably visit this shop every couple of months and rarely leave empty handed! The thoughtfully curated and well organized candle department is usually my first stop. Lots of variety, a recent favorite is the "supper club" collection. Lots of classic Wisconsin themes! There are gifts for all ages, from infant toys and books to puzzles and cooking kits. The kitchenware is an impressive range, everything you need to expand your skills, store your goodies, or spice up your presentation. Basically, you have to stop in-it's totally worth it! Also, the wonderful staff have gone above and beyond to create a safe and protective shopping experience during this crisis. Please respect them, give space and keep those masks over your nose!

I love Orange Tree Imports. This is a really unique place in many aspects. First, they carry a very…read morediverse range of items ranging from kitchen electronics, cutlery, utensils, tea sets, exotic foods, bake ware, creams and moisturizers, shower gels, home decos and toys and gifts for kids. The items they carry works great and are practical to have around the house. I especially like their Japan import section where they bring in cool teapots, sake sets, handmade bowls etc straight from Japan. It helps that they have a different way in which they run the store. Each group member is assigned a specific section of the store in which they come up with the types of items to carry, how items are displayed and the associated logistics. In that way they can better cater to the needs of the customers and really know what they are looking for. Because of this, if there is something you would like, feel free to let the section manager know and there is a great chance he or she can order it in the next time an order is placed, especially if the item has the potential to be popular. In addition, they offer great cooking classes here. This is the best part. I look forward to ending work on class days and then heading over to Orange Tree Imports to learn to cook. So far I have tried sandwich bread, miniature sweet treats and truffle making classes. In all of the classes I walked away knowing how something seemingly so difficult and impossible is made easy by the instructor. And I thought: This is something that I can totally do at home! As you can see I am in love with Orange Tree Imports. As long as you stop by for a visit it is almost impossible not to fall in love with one or more of their stuff.

Visibility/Location: It's on a dark portion of Illinois 2 between Rockford and Byron. It's located…read morejust on the Ogle side of the county line when leaving Winnebago. When I went with my date we found it rather easily, there is a big sign lit, and two smaller bright advertising portable signs. Plus there was a fake emergency vehicle with it's lights running. At first I thought it was a real ambulance, but it's not. There was almost no wait when we went on a Sunday night. I was able to talk to the owner, very nice gentleman. We waited less than 5 minutes. I didn't exactly time how much time we spent inside the attraction, but it was approximately 15 minutes. Of course times will vary based on group size and how scared people are. The actors were good. The only time I saw them break character was when the person with me got so scared she was laying on the ground using me as a human shield. Each actor fit well with the scene they had set up. The flow seemed to go really well for us, until we got to the clowns. The person with me had a huge fear of clowns and it really took some coaxing by me to keep her going. Not the events fault, they did a good job. At the very end the group behind us caught up. I really enjoyed this attraction. You could hear the actors through out the mazes taunting the crowd. The final maze was painted so well that it was difficult to see the passages, you really had to concentrate to find your way. There are no dead ends, but it sure does look like it due to the tight cornering. This attraction is handicap friendly. Before the final maze there is a handicap exit. The final section is too tight and twisty for wheelchairs to maneuver. I can't remember having this much fun in a haunted house ever. Well worth the $10 admission price. From what I heard Sundays are the nights to go, there is almost no crowd there, so you can get in relatively quickly. That was my experience too. I'd recommend an older group, depending on their maturity, it can get a little intense. Children may get too scared.

It was so fun! The darkness and the scary people just made it!!!! The set up was great. We got…read morethere right before it opened and waited around 30 minutes and was inside for about 30/45 minutes. Do fun I lost my voice for a day from screaming and laughing so hard.

Drove 3.5 hours to visit thanks to the opportunity of winning free tickets on Facebook. This was…read moreworth the drive, 100%! Everything from the painted walls to the scare actors was on point. Tickets are normally $20 each my partner and I both agreed we would've paid more.

This is really phenomenal! My wife and I love going to haunted houses, and this is the best we've…read moreseen. The actors are amazing, the sets are incredible--really a spectacular experience.

Went there for opening weekend to beat the crowds. My group had a great time. The actors were…read moreright on point. Definitely got some good scares within my group. I love it is filled with actors and no animatronic scares. I visited them last year too and they made it bigger and better this year. I'm already looking forward to seeing what they do next year.

We checked out desolate acres and it was a great haunted house. It was put together very well, and…read morethe production value was great. The haunted house was very short though, so that was a bit of a bummer. If they make the haunted house a bit longer, it would have been 10/10