Madison: A Getaway to the Heart of Wisconsin

Madison, Wisconsin’s state capital and home to the main campus of the University of Wisconsin, has a terrific food and drink scene thanks to forward-thinking chefs and bartenders. The city’s location, smack in the middle of farmland and dairies, means that chefs have easy access to excellent ingredients, which they turn into dishes that both reflect Wisconsin cuisine and speak to them personally. This leads to a wide range of cuisines and experiences — over the same visit, you can try a fancy take on supper club fare, Laotian favorites, and great burgers. On the drink front,  you’ll find a number of bars reimagining classic Wisconsin taverns with great cocktails and fish fries, along with stellar cocktail bars and old-school dives. Join us in May as we explore Madison by becoming a subscriber to the American Weekender newsletter. All month long, paid subscribers can download a free copy of our Field Guide to Madison using the discount code found in this month’s Weekend Getaway newsletter. This mobile-optimized dining guide includes more than 25 vetted recommendations organized into a three-day itinerary. And, as usual, paid newsletter subscribers can download additional Field Guides at 50% off the regular price. We’ll see you at The Caribou.