The Swiss Historical Village in New Glarus, WI offers a great way to see what life was like in Wisconsin history. While the New Glarus museum specializes in the history of the New Glarus Swiss settlement, it also covers a good portion of Wisconsin history too. New Glarus was started in the mid 1800's. The Swiss Historical Village has exhibits from the 1850's to the print shop … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Celebrate St. Valentine’s Day in Wisconsin
5 Ways to treat your Valentine in 2012 Guys, your better half deserves a treat. Let's face it, she didn't mind your Super Bowl party. She probably even did most of the cleaning up afterwards. We can complain about St. Valentine's Day being created by the greeting cards companies but in truth, she deserves every week instead of once a year. Yet there is always … [Read more...]
Esther’s European Imports New Glarus Wisconsin
Robert's European Imports has changed to Esther's European Imports and moved down the street. One of the stores that I always liked to visit in New Glarus was Robert's European Imports. I was shocked to find the store closed but relieved to find the same store down the street using the new name: Esther's European Imports. My first though is that it wouldn't be quite the same, … [Read more...]
Maple Leaf Cheese and Chocolate Haus New Glarus Wisconsin
The Maple Leaf Cheese and Chocolate House in New Glarus, WI The smell of chocolate. That intoxicating, sweet aroma that you smell if you sniff a fresh chocolate bar up close. That is what thinking about the Maple Leaf Cheese and Chocolate Haus brings to my mind. That wonderful smell of chocolate sugar is the first thing that I became aware of when I stepped inside. That smell … [Read more...]
Start A Bakery Tradition With The New Glarus Bakery In Wisconsin
Traditional Swiss bakery is what the New Glarus Bakery is all about. Consider making a visit to the New Glarus Bakery a tradition anytime you are near New Glarus, WI. The New Glarus Bakery has a history dating back to 1910. While ownership changed in 2004, they are still using their Old World recipes to create traditional Swiss pastries, cookies, deserts, and breads. Their … [Read more...]