Lake Michigan Pebbles with sunrise

The Best Margaritas in Pleasant Prairie, Plus Recipes and Trends!

In this blog we take a deep dive into one of the world’s most refreshing and beloved cocktails - the margarita! Learn about the possible origins of the cocktail, the best places in Pleasant Prairie for margaritas, margarita tips and recipes for your next party and places to source ingredients. History of the Margarita Some say the margarita was born in a Mexican restaurant in 1938, where it was poured for a showgirl who only enjoyed tequila. Others attribute the origin to Margaret Sames of Texas in 1948, who created the drink herself at a house party. Perhaps the most on the nose account…

Continue Reading

The Best Chips & Dips in Pleasant Prairie

The Village of Pleasant Prairie has fantastic chip and dip options that cater to different tastes and dietary preferences. For those craving the classics, we have guacamole and chips and salsa varieties sure to please even the most discerning palates. Wisconsin is a mecca for cheese lovers, so you know we’ll be featuring some choice cheese dips. Purveyors of snack foods and appetizers sometimes leave out the plant-based community, but not in Pleasant Prairie! We round out this article with a small profile on one of our hometown plant-based heroes, Good Foods Group. Guac O’clock at Pleasant…

Continue Reading

Pleasant Prairie Restaurants: Chicken Dishes That’ll Make You Dance

Pleasant Prairie locals know that our area restaurants serve some of the most delectable chicken dishes in all of Wisconsin! Our chefs and cooks are delighted to offer poultry classics like Chicken Cacciatore and Nashville Hot Chicken. Kids (and grownups) can look forward to a variety of finger food options. Visiting foodies, don’t miss the Wisconsin-born regional favorite that we discuss at the end of this article! Chicken classics in beautiful Pleasant Prairie WI Chicken Cacciatore with Linguine from Ruffolo’s Pizza On your next date night, treat your partner to the Chicken Cacciatore with…

Continue Reading

Prepare To Be Wowed - Milwaukee Burger Company

It's not often that I'm completely taken by surprise when entering an establishment - but that's right where I found myself recently after entering Milwaukee Burger Company in Pleasant Prairie. This family-run restaurant is a hidden gem in the Village - and you definitely don't want to miss it. Typically you can tell what a place is going to look and feel like from the outside - not that I'm necessarily judging, but you've been there. You look at a place from the outside and it 'feels' small - lo and behold you walk in and it is. Or you 'feel' like the lighting is going to overwhelm you just…

Continue Reading