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Join Andres and Kristi for a dining experience you won’t forget!

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RIC'S PICKS WINE + CHEESE

From peanut butter and jelly, to spaghetti and meatballs, or cookies and milk – some duos are so iconic that you can’t imagine one without the other. And so it goes with wine and cheese. Both so delicious on their own but behold the magic when they meet up on the palate. It is generally accepted that stronger wines go with stronger tasting cheeses – like Port with Bleu for example. But pairings are subjective– just take your time and make your own rules. To get started, check out Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board’s “Cheese Cupid” online tool and pairing app – available at cheesecupid.com. We also asked Ric Joranlien of Hawk’s Mill Winery near Browntown to share some ideas on pairing his wine with some of Green County’s favorite types of cheese. Grand Cru Surchoix + Doodle White A lightly oaked Chardonnay with a clean style finish - the perfect contrast for a nutty, tangy cheese. Grand Cru Surchoix, crafted at Emmi Roth USA in Monroe, was named best cheese on the planet at the 2016 World Championship Cheese Competition. Muenster + Peachy Keen Fruity notes of fresh peaches – complimented by a creamy and mild, yet savory cheese called Muenster. From Silver Lewis Cooperative – one of Wisconsin’s oldest cheese factories, near Monticello. Emmentaler + Purple Martin A sweet red bursting with flavors of Concord grapes – paired up with an Old World Swiss classic that is nutty and buttery with a touch of sweetness. Emmentaler is produced by Edelweiss Creamery, Monticello, in giant wheels weighing in at around 180 pounds.

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Another good reason to celebrate New Glarus… the best fine dining restaurant with a Mexican flair you are going to find in the area… - Samara Kalk Derby (Wisconsin State Journal)

119 5th Ave., New Glarus 608.527.2012 kristisrestaurant.com

For Reservations: (608) 527-2138 Email: info@swissaire.com www.swissaire.com • Located on the Sugar River Bike Trail connecting to the Badger State Trail • All rooms ground floor, non-smoking, in-room coffee, cable TV • New Glarus shops, dining and attractions within walking distance • Free wifi, hi-speed internet • Continental breakfast weekends • Pets welcome Your Hosts, the Gobeli Family. 1200 Highway 69, New Glarus, WI 53574

Butterkase + Plum Crazy A slightly sweet wine – a crazy good pairing for Butterkase, a cheese known to be mellow and buttery, creamy and decadent. Crafted at Decatur Dairy near Brodhead. Gouda + Raptor Red Bold and robust, a dry Malbec blend – matched up with buttery and nutty Gouda. Find it at Maple Leaf Cheese Store in Juda.

Glarner Bier Haus Liquor Store • Offering a large selection of beer, wine, liquor • 400 Sq. Ft. Beer Cave featuring 150 craft beers, including New Glarus Brewing Co. beers •We special order kegs for your parties and events • Cheese, Hoesly’s meats and party snacks • Follow us on Facbook for specials Open 7 Days/Week (608) 636-2121 Located next to the Swiss Aire Motel 1201 Highway 69, New Glarus,WI 53574 Like us on Facebook

Feta + Goody Two Shoes A sweet white with floral notes, made from Brianna grapes (a cold climate variety) – offset by salty and tangy Feta in brine. Several varieties of Feta are produced under the Odyssey label at Klondike Cheese Factory – including peppercorn, tomato and basil, and Mediterranean herb.

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