Fresh off filming, and two weeks before the premiere of Top Chef, Season 21 in Wisconsin, contestant Dan Jacobs is on vacation in Michigan. But once he starts talking about Wisconsin cheese,…

Miso-infused lamb with fava beans, bulgur tabbouleh and kanzuri vinaigrette made its way onto the menu at EsterEv last May, effectively distilling the essence of spring onto a single hand-thrown ceramic plate.…

In season 21 of Top Chef, you may have cheered on James Beard nominee and Milwaukee local Dan Jacobs as he impressed judges with his creative dishes. Aside from accomplishing challenges…

When the 21st season of Top Chef premiered in March in Wisconsin, the uninitiated quickly learned that the Midwestern state is home to an amazingly standout food scene. The show has put…

On “Top Chef: Wisconsin,” Dan Jacobs has unquestionably been one of the top competitors. He’s the hometown guy, he’s a James Beard nominee, he’s won multiple challenges with some terrific-sounding food and…

Dan Jacobs, the chef-owner of two Milwaukee restaurants, started using a service charge model during the pandemic to boost pay for his nearly 60 employees, who were seeing fewer tips.…

This season of Bravo’s “Top Chef” made us look at our city with a fresh set of eyes and fall in love all over again. We also felt the pride…

As Top Chef season 21 continues to heat up, we’re reminded that beyond its sometimes-chaotic, always-delightful entertainment value, the series has also taught us infinite practical kitchen wisdom. The knowledge…