Restaurants

Public Market In Works for Downtown Madison

Submitted by Scott Beedy, Channel 3000 Community Editor

Tuesday, July 27th, 2010, 8:16pm

Downtown Madison could soon be home to a public market similar to the famous Pike Place Market in Seattle.

The preliminary plan being considered by city officials calls for the market to replace the Government East parking ramp. A new ramp would be built underground in the same location, officials said.

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Las Cazuelas Serves Up Sophisticated Mexican

Submitted by Jessica Arp

Tuesday, July 27th, 2010, 11:17am

If you haven't yet hit up an area eatery for Madison Magazine's Restaurant week, you should give Las Cazuelas on Butler Street a shot. The charming outdoor patio was the perfect spot for a Sunday evening dinner, and the food was a fresh and inspiring take on Mexican dishes.

We started with the Ceviche (fresh lime-marinated tilapia as a dip for crispy corn chips) and the Chilpachole de Jaiba (Crab Stew). Both were excellent-- the Ceviche quite flavorful and the stew really more like a rich and creamy bisque.

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Francesca's al Lago Open For Business

Submitted by Pamela St. Amant on Wednesday, July 21st, 4:37 pm

It's not just the food that makes you smile at Francesca's al Lago. The vibe in the newest member of the Francesca family of restaurants just of the Capitol Square is friendly and energized.

On a recent visit for lunch, the dining areas were full and the service was very attentive.

The Insalata Caprese was fresh and the aroma of basil is almost a comfort food in itself.

Francesca's Linguine al Sugo di Gamberi, with sauteed shrimp, scallops, garlic and olive oil in a spicy cherry tomato sauce was delightful. The scallops were that wonderful rich, creamy seafood that makes you close your eyes to enjoy it.

The signature Torta di Crema e Banana with carmelized bananas was lightly sweet with a wonderful short crust and is made in house by their pastry chef.

Check it out, 111 Martin Luther King Blvd. 608-255-6000

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Osteria Papavero Prepares for Restaurant Week

Submitted by Anonymous on Tuesday, July 20th, 6:44 am

In conjunction with Madison Magazine's annual Summer Restaurant Week, Osteria Papavero of 128 East Wilson Street will be offering the following the following menus for lunch and dinner at a reduced rate.

Dinner options:

FIRST COURSE

PARMIGIANA DI ZUCCHINE (Zucchine parmesan)
ANTIPASTO DI PESCE (Seafood & shellfish sampler)
MAGATELLO RUCOLA E GRANA (Chilled smoked roast-beef, served with baby arugula and grana cheese)

SECOND COURSE

RISOTTO AL POMODORO (Heirloom tomato and basil risotto, topped with smoked scamorza cheese)
RAVIOLI DI MAGRO (Fresh ricotta-filled ravioli, served with wild mushrooms and prosciutto)
IPPOGLOSSO CON RATATUGLIA ( Roasted halibut with Genovese-style ratatouille)

THIRD COURSE

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Las Cazuelas Participates in Restaurant Week

Submitted by Catherine Martin on Sunday, July 25th, 4:00 pm

Madison Magazine and area restaurants are teaming up to bring residents the Summer Restaurant Week.

From July 25 to July 30, participating restaurants will offer $25 dinners and $15 lunches from special, pre-determined menus.

Las Cazuelas Mexican Restaurant on North Butler Street will serve:

FIRST COURSE

Ceviche
Fresh tilapia marinate in lime juice with tomatoes, onions, jalapeños and cilantro.

Chilpachole de Jaiba
Crab stew. A rich, lightly spicy soup made with Dungeness crab.

Ensalada de Espinacas
Fresh baby spinach salad with goat cheese, toasted sesame seeds, oranges, cherry tomatoes in a chipotle-honey dressing.