COULEE REGION COOKS

Mike talks with Shelley from Time out Tavern in La Crescent, MN. Shelley tells us about the new items coming soon to the menu. She also tells us what the most popular menu item is.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Mike is joined by Wayne Oliver. Wayne shares is some great food with us, starting with a goat cheese, cheddar, and herb egg bake. He tells us about amazing sea food such as deep fried clams which pair great with onion rings. Then Wayne talks about making kielbasa and grilled pineapple kabobs and having key lime cake.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Mike is joined by Mary Cody of Mary Cody's Restaurant in Onalaska. Mary introduces us to a couple new items on the menu: mozzarella dogs, Mexican street corn, and shrimp boil. Mary also talks about catering for special events. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Mike is joined by Cathy Cooper, Coordinator of Dietary and Services for the Holy Cross Diocesan Center. Cathy takes us on a picnic and shares the recipes with us. She teaches us to make Peach Punch Sweet Tea, Hot Honey Salad, Fire and Ice salad, and Veal Lasagna.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Mike is joined by Mitch Weber of Sagra. They talk about preservation techniques, planning a menu, and Mitch gives a shout out to a couple of his suppliers.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Mike is Joined by Pat and Chelsea from Fat Pat's Barbeque & Brewery in Spring Grove, MN. Chelsea, the Queen of Pizza, shares a little about her process for making amazing pizza crust, and how she comes up with OMG pizza ideas. Pat tells us how he makes the best barbeque in Minnesota, and shares the news of the new location.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Mike talks with Chris and Ben from Paulin's Provisions. They talk a little about the business, what makes a good ingredient, what music makes a good product, and their hopes for the future.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Mike went through the halls of the Mid-West Family building to find his guests. Proving his point that you don't have to be an expert to have fun in the kitchen. Ben Ross from the sales department tells us how he makes carnitas with a little kick. Tony Schultz from the KQ98 morning show gives us a perfect summer recipe for beer can chicken with a special cocktail pairing. Scott Robert Sh...

This week on Coulee Region Cooks Mike is joined by Spencer Schaller, co-owner of Pizzeria Dolorosa , Spencer tells us how he and his partner, Tyler Krueger, started their business and the journey they took to get there. He shares how they make their incredible wheat flour crust and tomato sauce for their pizzas. Pizzeria Dolorosa has big city flavors made with the best quality ingredients.  See om...

This week on Coulee Region Cooks, Mike welcomes back Greg Saliaras from Soula's Cuisina. Greg teaches us how to make lunch, dinner, and dessert. You'll want to write down the recipes he shares for pastitsio, béchamel sauce, kormos, and kokkinisto. Mike and Greg also discuss plans for Trips to Greece in the future.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Coulee Region Cooks, Mike is joined by Bill Feehan. Bill shares family recipes. Yes, even some secret recipes. Bill gets us ready for summer with Hot Corn Dip, Smoked Ribs with a to die for dry rub, coleslaw and barbequed beans. We also learn how to make his mom's famous Fettuccini Alfredo and TOP SECRET Italian Cream Cake. Have a notepad ready because you'll want to remember these re...

This week Mike is joined by the 75th Alice in Dairyland, Taylor Schaefer. She shares facts about Wisconsin farms and some lesser know facts.  Did you know there are 600 varieties, types, and styles of cheese made in Wisconsin? This Alice in Dairyland knows a lot about dairy farms and cheese. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike is joined with Nick the owner of The Chili Revolution food truck. Nick tells us about all the great offerings such as the Liberty Chili and hand pies. The Chili Revolution has offerings from Dunecat Hot Sauce, Baklar's Sausage, and The Baker's Table. Long live this revolution! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're Dining with Dragons on this weeks episode with John from The Monarch Public House in Fountain City. Amazing Irish fare that is worth the wait and the price. John shares how they prepare their corned beef and tells us about their wonderful sides. We find out that the cheesecake so amazing that is sells out fast. Cheesecake not your thing, try an Irish Kiss cocktail for dessert.   See omnystud...

Jen Barney from  Meringue Bakery in downtown La Crosse joins Mike on this episode. Listen to them discuss how to make the perfect cannoli filling, the difference between French Macarons and Macaroons, and the amazing Meringue Bakery staff. Enjoy Mike and Jen talking about other amazing, creative places in the area that you just got to try! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike talks with Shelley from Time Out Tavern about all the great options available on their menu. Discover how they make their AMAZING pickle wraps, and listen closely for a secret about their honey barbecue sauce. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike talks with Greg form Soula's Cuisina this week about some great things coming up at the restaurant. Greg also shares some amazing Greek recipes that are sure to have you saying OPA! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Coulee Region Cooks Mike interviews Mitch Weber from Sagra. They discuss what makes Sagra special, from Meatball Mondays to orange wine.  https://sagrafoodandwine.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mustard and Marmalade are their first products. They are excellent and won't be the last tasty provisions they bring to the table.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southern fair at it's finest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So much home made....even the beer...... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Easy to make soup, appetizer, dip. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greek nights, Greek trips, Greek food. It's all there. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Fall so, worms and blood moons and delish fun.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Open weekends, and Sunday soon.....catering too with candied bacon on a stick. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.