Author: abakken3

  • BOLD BREWS

    Wisconsin company blends art with nonalcoholic brews By Isabella Ruder & Sara Stanislawski Wisconsin has one of the highest percentages of adults who currently drink alcohol in the country. But there’s growing interest in ways to enjoy the taste of beer without the alcohol. In the U.S., young adults are less likely to be regular…

  • CULTURAL CORNUCOPIA

    A celebration of diversity at Allen Centennial Garden’s Harvest Folk Fest By Natalie Pricer & Claire Biegalski

  • MORE THAN FOOD

    Curb staffer Maria Brunetta cooks recipes inspired by food doula, Qwantese Winters By Maria Brunetta Chickpea stew Recipe: Directions: To a large pot add enough olive oil to coat the bottom with a tablespoon of butter. Add in the diced onion and sauté. Add in the garlic clove. Add the spices, chickpeas, kale, potato and…

  • FROM MILK TO MAGIC

    A glimpse into the age-old tradition of Wisconsin cheese making By Katherine Reed As a Wisconsin staple, cheese is more than just a food item; it’s a symbol of tradition, community, and innovation that defines the essence of our state. Cheese-making plays a pivotal role in this cultural narrative, merging the past and present to…

  • MELODIES OF COMPASSION

    Threshold Singers of Madison strive to ease the transition of passing on through song By Rachel Hale & Rachel Schultz Passing The Threshold Choir is a network of more than 200 a cappella singing chapters worldwide sending small teams, when invited, to sing soothing songs at the bedsides of those at life’s thresholds. All of…

  • CREATIVITY AND COMMUNITY MELT TOGETHER

    Hot Shop Glass rekindles Wisconsin’s rich glass art legacy in Racine By Sophia Vento & Alison Stecker

  • SEASONAL COMBOS

    Curb staffer Isabel Fernandez revamps Wisconsin classics as vegan dishes By Isabella Fernandez Winter – Plant-based broccoli cheddar soup Recipe: Spring – Vegan bacon ranch potato salad Recipe: Summer – Vegan deep fried oreo cookie Recipe: Fall – Barbecue brats & peppers Recipe:

  • BRILLIANT BLENDS

    Try this smoothie formula to make a variety of delicious blends at home By Alexis Bakken & Abigail Leavins

  • THE WISCONSIN MOVIE MAP

    Some movies are closer to home than one might expect By Eric Herbst

  • CURB FUSION

    Anthems that give a sound to Curb stories By Emma Goshin & Nicole Cederberg Curb: Fusion is all about the way people in Wisconsin simultaneously collaborate and collide. The songs on this playlist each explore the diverse emotions we feel when considering unity. Sometimes unity can feel triumphant in songs like “Lean On Me” or…