By Lori Fredrich Senior Food Writer, Dining Editor Published Jan 07, 2025 at 1:01 PM

Enjoy the Great Milwaukee Winter with ice skating at the Christmas Carnival of Lights. Whether you’re a veteran on the ice or lacing up for the first time, ice skating under the twinkling lights is a winter delight sure to make your spirits bright!

Now open through February 1!

As we embark upon a new year, Bars & Recreation will not only be doubling down on their commitment to offering top-notch indoor entertainment, but also their commitment to supporting sober lifestyles.

In turn, all five Bars & Recreation locations are embracing Dry January with a selection of delicious and creative mocktails, featuring premium non-alcoholic spirits and refreshing mixers.

Among the options, guests will find the following three cocktails, along with a selection of refreshing Sprecher craft sodas including Cream Soda, Orange Dream, and Root Beer.

Sun Kissed TonicX

Sun-Kissed Tonic: Gin alternative, tonic water, Splash Orange Juice and fresh orange

Paradise Cran-Apple MuleX

Paradise Cran-Apple Mule: Apple Vodka alternative, fresh lime, cranberry and ginger beer 

Island Breeze PunchX

Island Breeze Punch: Spiced Rum alternative, pineapple, orange, lime, Grenadine and club soda

“We believe everyone should be able to enjoy an inclusive experience at all our venues, regardless of their beverage choices,” said Lauren Upson, Director of Food & Beverage.

“Our goal is to provide a welcoming place for everyone, and we are excited to showcase the exciting world of non-alcoholic beverages.”

Find them here

Amped
910 W. Juneau Ave., (414) 939-8592
ampedmke.com

AXE MKE
1924 E. Kenilworth Pl., (414) 939-8592
axemke.com

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The New Fashioned
1122 N. Vel R. Phillips Ave., (414) 939-8592
newfashionedmke.com

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Nine Below
1905 E. North Ave., (414) 210-4470
ninebelowmke.com

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NorthSouth Club
230 E. Pittsburgh Ave., (414) 930-4827

northsouthclub.com
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Lori Fredrich Senior Food Writer, Dining Editor

As a passionate champion of the local dining scene, Lori has reimagined the restaurant critic's role into that of a trusted dining concierge, guiding food lovers to delightful culinary discoveries and memorable experiences.

Lori is an avid cook whose accrual of condiments and spices is rivaled only by her cookbook collection. Her passion for the culinary industry was birthed while balancing A&W root beer mugs as a teenage carhop, fed by insatiable curiosity and fueled by the people whose stories entwine with every dish. Lori is the author of two books: the "Wisconsin Field to Fork" cookbook and "Milwaukee Food". Her work has garnered journalism awards from entities including the Milwaukee Press Club. In 2024, Lori was honored with a "Top 20 Women in Hospitality to Watch" award by the Wisconsin Restaurant Association.

When she’s not eating, photographing food, writing or planning for TV and radio spots, you’ll find Lori seeking out adventures with her husband Paul, traveling, cooking, reading, learning, snuggling with her cats and looking for ways to make a difference.