Eye on Travel

Peter Greenberg Worldwide—The Edgewater in Madison, Wisconsin—October 10, 2015

Locations in this article:  Madison, WI

edgewaterThis week’s broadcast of Peter Greenberg Worldwide Radio Show comes from iconic hotel The Edgewater in Madison, Wisconsin. This historic hotel originally opened its doors in 1948, right on Lake Mendota, and major renovation and rebuilding project was completer in 2014. Joining us on the show this week is Madison Mayor Paul Soglin, now in his eighth term. Soglin reports on the history of Madison and its reputation as one of America’s most livable cities. Jordan Ellenberg, author of How Not to Be Wrong: The Power of Mathematical Thinking, talks about what some folks think is the best method for boarding an airplane. Since we’re in Wisconsin, we chat with cheese expert Jeanne Carpenter, who dishes about America’s dairyland—and the more than 200 varieties of cheese made in the state—and it goes way beyond cheddar. Not to mention the legendary Madison farmer’s market—talk about real farm to table experiences. Edgewater Executive Chef Joe Heppe talks about his new—and innovative—menu design and how Madison has turned into a huge foodie capital. And Mary Bergin gives us the history of a true Wisconsin institution—the supper club. There’s all of this and more on this week’s broadcast of the Peter Greenberg Worldwide Radio Show from The Edgewater in Madison, Wisconsin.