Venture Wisconsin

07/30/2021

📍313 Dodge Kaukauna, WI

Old-fashioned flights?! 🥃

If you haven't ventured to 313 Dodge yet, when you get there you'll find
- Wisconsin based craft beers on rotation.🍻
- Small plates 😋
- A Dog friendly patio 🐶
- To-go cocktails in Mason jars
- An indoor local market
- Amazing charcuterie options that change every few weeks 😍

313 Dodge hosts live music often (jazz every Thursday in the summer) and they host Pura Vida Street Kitchen every Tuesday for "Walk Up Tuesdays" where they serve to go cocktails out of their walk up window! 😁

Have you ventured here?

07/29/2021

Wilder's Brings Southern Flare To Fox Cities | Venture Wisconsin

An inside look at Wilder's Bistro in Menasha/Appleton. An early mover in bringing smoked meats and Southern flavors to the Fox Valley.😋
https://www.venturewisconsin.com/blog/wilders-brings-southern-flare-to-fox-cities/

Wilder's Bistro has brought Southern Fusion and smoked meats to the Fox Valley since 2017. Here's a look inside on the Wilder's side.

07/27/2021

Have you ventured here?!
📍Il Bar Coffeehouse & Bistro, Kimberly ☕️

If you are looking for the perfect way to enjoy some brunch with friends, try new types of coffee drinks, or even a glass of wine and charcuterie on the weekends - you have got to check out the new bistro on the block, il Bar. Known to “awaken your international senses”, il Bar provides dishes and drinks that are both familiar but also that keep things exciting and new. They also feature tasty homemade pastries and dishes with fresh ingredients. 🥐

One of their newest additions to their menu is their coffee flights! You can taste and try four different coffees that are selected by their baristas, to get a little taste of it all. Pair with some sunny side up eggs, and your day is sure to be bright. Have you visited il Bar yet?! 😋

07/21/2021

Wine Down, Wisconsin! 🥂
Today we're visiting a unique and local wine bar that you'll find yourself wanting to visit periodically in Neenah - Xe 54: a Wine & Cocktail Lounge.

A funky and fresh lounge that features around 15 reds and 15 whites, sparkling wines, port wines, cocktails, beer, and more. They even offer eight of their wines on tap for that perfect and crisp first sip. Whether you choose to enjoy your wine indoors while sitting on one of the groovy purple couches, or outdoors on their quaint patio or dog-friendly terrace - you are sure to be impressed by the vibes Xe54 gives off.

Accompany your wine with a BYO cheese board or ask some questions from their wine guru, Candice, while you're there to get the full experience. They offer flights and samples if you're the indecisive type, and their menu is organized to help you find the perfect wine you're looking for. If you haven't yet made a trip out to check out Xe, summer is a great time to do so! They offer live music most weekends, and throughout the week on their patio as well. 🧀🍎🍯

What's your favorite thing about Xe54? Cheers! 🍷

07/20/2021

Have you ventured here?!
📍The Wharf, Manitowoc 🌊

Newly expanded and open year-round, The Wharf Manitowoc is a waterfront bar that offers plenty to do including live music, a food-truck styled kitchen, bag boards, and more. Featuring a retractable roof that allows for everyone to enjoy the beautiful summer weather while listening to live bands. 🎶🥂

Whether you’re grabbing drinks with friends or getting lunch with family, The Wharf is perfect for any occasion - especially enjoying Wisconsin summers. They host watch parties for big sporting events (including the Milwaukee Bucks tonight!) with 7 TV screens, DJ’s, prizes, and of course - drinks galore. 🦌☀️

If you haven’t yet made a trip out to The Wharf, mark it down on your list of things to do this summer. Have you ever been to The Wharf in Manitowoc?! 🍻

07/19/2021

In the spirit of summer, we’re featuring a food almost no one can deny… ice cream. More specifically, ice cream from Scoops Ice Cream House in Chilton. 🍦

Scoops Ice Cream House features high quality, premium hard ice cream handcrafted in small batches. Featuring 24 unique flavors with their “Sweet 16” that stays at Scoops year round, with the rest of their flavors being seasonal delights. Scoops also features homemade ice cream cakes, homemade bubble waffle cones, grilled cheese sandwiches, varying soups, ice cream pints and half gallons of ice cream! The perfect place to take a visit on a hot summer day, or on a chilly winter afternoon - after all, ice cream really never gets old. 😉

Featured below is their large and beautiful banana split. The classic banana split recipe made with chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry ice cream tucked in between a split ( ) banana. Topped with caramel, strawberry, chocolate, and pineapple topping with nuts and a maraschino cherry on top. Don’t forget the dollop of whipped cream!

Have you visited Scoops before? What’s your ice cream go-to?

07/16/2021

The lineup tonight at the Venture Wisconsin Stage at Paperfest:

6pm: Salmon Run
8pm: 7000apart
9:15: Christopher Gold & The New Old Things

Thank you Heart of the Valley FIRE Fitness & 91.1 The Avenue for your support in this project!

Thank you to all who came out to the Craft Music Showcase/Venture Wisconsin Stage last night! So much fun! 🎸 See you tonight 😁🍻

07/15/2021

The Story of the Craft Music Showcase at Paperfest 2021

This truly took a village. This Local Showcase episode goes through the history of Paperfest, you get to know the Downtown Appleton breweries, and it really tells the story of the Venture Wisconsin stage at Paperfest this weekend.

We've had such a blast creating the Paperfest Craft Music Showcase, it took over 10 groups of people as sponsors and donors to make it happen. 12 Local music acts, 4-5 comedians, and more to make it possible!

Today marks the start of Paperfest 2021 - Combined Locks Centennial Celebration and the festival goes through Sunday. A great place for kids, live music, food trucks, and fun. Our stage has entertainment Thursday through Saturday. There's a parade on Sunday to celebrate Combined Locks Centennial.

Who would you bring down to Memorial Park in Combined Locks to enjoy Paperfest with?

07/13/2021

Have you ventured here?!
📍 Bubblelicious, Appleton 🧋

Bubblelicious is a boba, milk, and fruit tea business. This location is in the Fox River Mall in Appleton, but they have other locations throughout Wisconsin as well! With many different options to choose from, Bubblelicious provides a delicious new choice every single time. 🤩

Started by two girls in Milwaukee who shared the same passion for Boba tea, but couldn’t find anything close to the authentic and tasty boba they had in Asia. After one of their dinner dates back in 2016, they had decided to start their journey to Bubblelicious for all the others in the area who were constantly craving boba as much as they were. Eventually things grew, more locations were added, and now they’ve found their way to the Northeast Wisconsin area. Bubblelicious Milk Tea & Fruit Tea has got something great going on - and you’ve gotta try it the next time you see them!

What’s the best thing you’ve tried from Bubblelicious?! 💛

07/13/2021

Two days until the fun begins on the Venture Wisconsin stage!
Here's the music lineup and the craft beer line up. Thank you to everyone who made this possible. See you Thursday at Memorial Park in Combined Locks 😁

07/12/2021

This Monday we’re craving something sweet… but also something salty! So today we’re talking about The Sweet and Salty Pig in Fond du Lac for Monday Munchies! 😋

The restaurant was created out of the owners love for the two flavor profiles of both sweet and salty. They “enjoy experimenting with the savory flavor of bacon in dishes where you may not expect them.” With many of their dishes and baked goods being made from scratch, their menu is filled with items for you to indulge in both smell and flavor wise. With an environment that feels warm and welcoming, and a staff that feels like friends, you’ll always feel comfortable while dining at Sweet and Salty Pig. 🥓

Featured below is their brisket grilled cheese sandwich made with slow roasted beef brisket, smoked gouda, bourbon bacon jam, and sautéed mushrooms on toasted brioche bread. Served with a side of their crispy tots - to make the perfect meal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! 🧀🥪

What’s your favorite item to order off of the menu at Sweet and Salty Pig?! 😊

07/08/2021

💥🍻We're proud to announce Cory Chisel & Friends will be joining The Venture Wisconsin Stage on Saturday July 17th🍻💥

Thank you to U.S. Venture, Inc for making this possible, and to the front line healthcare workers around the region that Cory will be honoring next Saturday.

8pm at Paperfest 2021 - Combined Locks Centennial Celebration at Memorial Park in Combined Locks.

💥🍻We're proud to announce Cory Chisel & Friends will be joining The Venture Wisconsin Stage on Saturday July 17th🍻💥

Thank you to U.S. Venture, Inc for making this possible, and to the front line healthcare workers around the region that Cory will be honoring next Saturday.

8pm at Paperfest 2021 - Combined Locks Centennial Celebration at Memorial Park in Combined Locks.

07/06/2021

Have you ventured here?!
📍Wildwood Wildlife Park & Safari, Minocqua🦒

If you’re looking for a hands on, immersive, and exciting summer activity - Wildwood Zoo is calling your name! Filled with fun activities both children and adults love, including a petting zoo section, a parakeet encounter, giraffe feeding, and more. They also have a safari train ride that brings you on a narrated journey on a plethora of different animals that roam freely through their fields.🦥🐃

You could spend all the way from an hour and a half to an entire day discovering new things at Wildwood, including a Dino Dig section for future paleontologists! 😉🦕

When’s the last time you visited Wildwood Zoo and Safari?! 🐾

07/05/2021

🔥Saturday's original music lineup is legit🔥

July 17th on the Venture Wisconsin stage at Paperfest 2021 - Combined Locks Centennial Celebration we have:

Noon - Jeremiah Jams Band
1:30pm - Chris Jourdan (Brought to you by 91.1 The Avenue)
3pm - Dustin Lee Entertainment
Comedy Break 4pm-5:30pm
6pm - Disconapse
8pm - ??? Announcement Wednesday (Brought to you by US Venture)
10pm - Ifdakar (Brought to you by Arthur Schinke & Family)

Saturday July 17th at Memorial Park in Combined Locks. So pumped! 😁

🔥Saturday's original music lineup is legit🔥

July 17th on the Venture Wisconsin stage at Paperfest 2021 - Combined Locks Centennial Celebration we have:

Noon - Jeremiah Jams Band
1:30pm - Chris Jourdan (Brought to you by 91.1 The Avenue)
3pm - Dustin Lee Entertainment
Comedy Break 4pm-5:30pm
6pm - Disconapse
8pm - ??? Announcement Wednesday (Brought to you by US Venture)
10pm - Ifdakar (Brought to you by Arthur Schinke & Family)

Saturday July 17th at Memorial Park in Combined Locks. So pumped! 😁

07/05/2021

Happy Monday, Wisconsin! Today for Monday Munchies we have an Oshkosh fan-favorite supper club - The Roxy Supper Club. 🥃

Every city needs a staple supper club, and in Oshkosh it's the Roxy. Whether you're a regular or enjoying The Roxy for the first time, the staff will always treat you as though you're part of the family. Owned by the Wolf family since 1988, their menu is designed to have something for everyone. All the way from chicken to steaks to pastas - you name it, you can probably find it on their menu! 😁

Pictured below is their Chef Salad: fresh garden salad topped with ham, turkey, swiss and cheddar cheeses and garnishes, served with your choice of dressing. Not only is this a fantastic mixture of flavors and also a low-calorie option, but it's also a gluten free option (of many) throughout their menu! 😋🥗

If you love to visit places that make you feel like family, while also treating yourself to a delicious night out - The Roxy is THE place to go! What's your favorite thing to order from The Roxy? ❤️

07/03/2021

🧐Discover 28 of Northeast Wisconsin's best wine spots🧐

We hope you're enjoying some delicious local wine spots this 4th of July Weekend. 🇺🇸 To give you a reason to enjoy great wine all summer we're running an Independence Day promotion! Check it out.🥂

2021-2022 Wine Tags are a tool with deals to 23 local wineries and 5 wine bars. It's a $250 value. Buy one get one glasses of wine and bottle deals.

Grab a tin of Wine Tags before the end of the day on Monday 7/5, and you'll get $4 off plus you'll get a free wine bottle bag. Use code "4OFF" https://bit.ly/3gpbwni

1. Great tool to explore the Green Bay area (8 wine spots) or Door County (8 wineries).🧀🍷
2. Great for weekly dates & day trips.❤️

How do they work?
You take the tin to the winery/wine bar you choose to visit. Then you sample the wine, maybe do a tasting, and when you're ready to pay, you hand them the tag with their logo on it, they will cut the tag and apply the promotion to your bill. You get to learn about and explore the wide variety of epic local wine spots in the region with your friends and family, and if you're dedicated, roll solo!

Only $25 until Monday when you use the code: 4OFF at https://bit.ly/3gpbwni
Free Shipping.😁

07/02/2021

Cucumber Kolsch by the 920 Brew Project | Behind the Beer

Have you had the Cucumber Kolsch from 920 Brew Project yet?! A collaboration by TEN Fox Valley area breweries and a winery. 🤯

07/01/2021

Friday's Music Lineup on The Venture Wisconsin stage at Paperfest 2021 - Combined Locks Centennial Celebration:

6:00pm - Salmon Run (Brought to you by 91.1 The Avenue)
8:00pm - 7000apart (Brought to you by 91.1 The Avenue)
9:15pm - Christopher Gold & The New Old Things (Brought to you by Heart of The Valley FIRE Fitness Camp)

Get pumped! 😁🎇 Fireworks from 10pm to 10:30pm then Christopher Gold's final set to close the night!

Friday's Music Lineup on The Venture Wisconsin stage at Paperfest 2021 - Combined Locks Centennial Celebration:

6:00pm - Salmon Run (Brought to you by 91.1 The Avenue)
8:00pm - 7000apart (Brought to you by 91.1 The Avenue)
9:15pm - Christopher Gold & The New Old Things (Brought to you by Heart of The Valley FIRE Fitness Camp)

Get pumped! 😁🎇 Fireworks from 10pm to 10:30pm then Christopher Gold's final set to close the night!

07/01/2021

Gabe’s Brings Family Recipes To Life | Venture Wisconsin

Truly a family business, Gabe's Wisconsin Kitchen and Tavern leans into tradition for their delicious recipes.😁
https://www.venturewisconsin.com/blog/gabes-brings-family-recipes-to-life/

OSHKOSH, WI – Gabe’s Wisconsin Kitchen and Tavern is a new restaurant specializing in scratch kitchen recipes ranging from salads to sandwiches to steaks. The Wisconsin-based establishment is owned by Steve Gabelbauer, who’s been an Oshkosh restaurant veteran for years. Nearly all of Gabe’s ...

07/01/2021

🥂 Wine Down, Wisconsin!🥂

Welcome to our new mini-series here on Venture Wisconsin, where we showcase some amazing wineries and wine bars in the area stretching all throughout Northeast Wisconsin.

First up we are featuring Door 44 Winery in Sturgeon Bay. With their sister winery, Parallel 44 in Kewaunee - Door 44 has flavors and varietals for taste buds all over the valley! Door 44 is a must see winery when you head to the Door County area, featuring a huge vineyard that you can overlook and walk through right outside of the winery. There are also fire pits outside to enjoy while sipping your wine, and a mini-grocery section inside to pick out snacks and nibbles. They offer wine flights, wine by the glass, or by the bottle!

Beautiful views, tasty wines, and so much more to discover at Door 44 in Sturgeon Bay. Have you tried Door 44 or Parallel 44's wines before? If so, which is your favorite?

06/30/2021

Why are there goats at 1000 Islands?

There's goats at 1000 Islands Environmental Center in Kaukauna! They're there for a good reason. Check it out.

1. They are controlling an invasive species called buckthorn.
2. They're opening sunlight for local plants on the forest floor.
3. Their waste is contributing to regenerating healthier soils.

Have you visited the goats yet?