Wisconsin State Fair Opens!
The 2026 Wisconsin State Fair is celebrating a historic 175 years of tradition and hope to, once again, welcome over one million Fair-goers over the course of its 11-day run. Don't forget…
Every Journey Starts with a Map
In an age when travel often feels rushed and over-planned, there is something refreshing about unfolding a map and imagining where the journey might lead. For Victory Cruise Lines Founder and CEO…
This Milwaukee-area city is rated among safest midsized cities in the U.S.
A new study listing the safest midsized cities in the United States in 2026 has been released by financial advisor website SmartAsset – and three Wisconsin cities are among the…
BBQ Trend #5: Newstalgic Flavor: Familiar Tastes, Unexpected Places
The 2026 Forecast named Newstalgia one of the year’s most influential forces: comfort flavors reimagined with modern technique. In BBQ, consumers are gravitating toward familiar flavors reimagined for the grill…
BBQ Trend #4: Sweet Heat and Global Influences Signal a New Wave of Flavor Exploration
The 2026 Flavor Forecast identified sweet-heat combinations as one of the year’s defining flavor trends, calling the movement “Swicy & Heat 2.0.” The consumer survey reinforced the trend, with cherry,…
BBQ Trend #3: Smoked BBQ Styles Continue to Lead
Smoke-forward profiles, particularly hickory and mesquite, ranked highest among respondents, followed by balanced sweet-savory combinations, garlic and herb blends, and layered umami flavors. St. Louis- and Kansas City-style BBQ account…
BBQ Trend #2: Value and Versatility Are Reshaping BBQ
Backyard pitmasters are increasingly experimenting with alternative cuts like tri-tip, pork shoulder steaks, sirloin and smoked chuck roasts to recreate premium BBQ results at a more approachable price point. The…
BBQ Trend #1: Outdoor Cooking Has Become a Year-Round Culinary Experience
Half of the survey respondents cook with BBQ flavors multiple times a week, while more than 80% do so at least monthly. Consumers are investing in fully equipped outdoor cooking…
BBQ Trends Report
The 2026 BBQ Trends Report has been released. The report reveals how outdoor cooking has evolved from a seasonal pastime into a year-round culinary experience. It highlights the trends reshaping…
Vet-backed tips to calm your dog during Fourth of July fireworks
It should be no surprise to most dog lovers that many pups don’t much care for fireworks. Cats aren’t the biggest fans either. While most people love the loud, celebratory…