The Howard is a historic and elegant event space located in the heart of Oshkosh. The building, built in 1927, hosts private and community events. On Thursday and Friday evenings, the basement of the venue opens up to the public for bowling, craft beverages, and...
As a baker myself, I make a point to try all the local bakeries. I heard from several people that a new bakery was opening in Kaukauna, and as soon as they posted their menu, I couldn’t wait to try it. Right in the heart of downtown Kaukauna, Sticky Fingers opened in...
Tuesday. What is there to do on a Tuesday? Hardly anything, ever, really. Tuesday falls too early in the week and yet is so far removed from the weekend. Sometimes it is just another Monday masquerading as a Tuesday. 313 Dodge might just be what you are looking for....
As I’m getting used to living in Wisconsin, I’m discovering some of the Wisconsin staples when it comes to food and spirits. I knew about Spotted Cow and cheese curds before I moved to Wisconsin, but that was about it. Fortunately, Gabe’s Wisconsin Kitchen and Tavern...
As soon as the leaves begin to change, even ever so slightly, so does my weekly menu. When the shades of green turn to red and orange, my refrigerator, once full of peaches, quickly becomes home to all things apple. Taking a trip to a local apple orchard is my...
When I previously lived in Illinois, I became familiar with the popcorn chain “Garrett Popcorn.” One of my favorites mixes was their Garrett Mix, their world famous cheddar and caramel corn mix. When I moved to Wisconsin, I wasn’t sure if I would find a popcorn...
I’ve lived in Oshkosh for almost a year now. I moved in the middle of a summer filled with quarantines, masks, and...
My husband and I ventured out to dinner at Manila Resto on a Friday evening. We were seated right next to the window...
About Pho PapaLocated off of Maes Ave in Kimberly, Pho Papa breathes new life to the former Hong Kong Buffet. Having...
I’ve lived in Oshkosh for almost a year now. I moved in the middle of a summer filled with quarantines, masks, and take-out. While the summer of 2020 was technically my first summer in Oshkosh, I don’t feel like I got the true experience. I used to live in an...
My husband and I ventured out to dinner at Manila Resto on a Friday evening. We were seated right next to the window on Algoma Street. On my left was the warm colorful atmosphere of the restaurant. On my right, the architecture and characters of Oshkosh.To start the...
About Pho PapaLocated off of Maes Ave in Kimberly, Pho Papa breathes new life to the former Hong Kong Buffet. Having opened in June 2020 during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Pho Papa was open for To-Go orders only. They recently opened their dining room (with...
As I’m getting used to living in Wisconsin, I’m discovering some of the Wisconsin staples when it comes to food and spirits. I knew about Spotted Cow and cheese curds before I moved to Wisconsin, but that was about it. Fortunately, Gabe’s Wisconsin Kitchen and Tavern...
Quarantine & Staff Cause Delays for Thai Ginger BistroLocated on busy College Avenue in Appleton is Thai Ginger Bistro. The sign was up for months. I remember seeing it, and getting really excited about this new restaurant. I waited and waited, and finally in June...
Half Restaurant, Fully Delicious“Hurt” by Nine Inch Nails (or Johnny Cash, if you prefer) runs through my head as I sit down to write this blog post. The line “I hurt myself today” sticks out in particular. Because, I did in fact, hurt myself when I realized how long...
Like many in the Oshkosh community, I was affected by the pandemic. It’s the reason why my finance and I moved to Oshkosh in the first place. I know that others affected by the pandemic have not been as lucky, and I’m proud to help out however I can. This month,...
Fusing Food and CommunityIf you’re a regular on any Fox Valley restaurants or take out social media groups, you’ve likely heard of Osorio’s Latin Fusion. I finally got the chance to check them out recently, and I wasn’t disappointed! Kim and her staff made me feel...
Nosh Fox Valley Explores Valentines Day 2021 Whenever a reader comes to me and requests something of course, I kindly oblige. Thank you to our reader Emily who asked us to make this post. Here are my picks for Valentine's Day. I have tried to include take out options...