Serving up a new culinary focus at Union South
By Emily Connor For many, Union restaurants have only served as a place to grab a quick bite before heading to work or between classes. But a vision for something more inspired Union chefs and restaurant managers to imagine bigger dining possibilities for Union South. This fall, the transforming of Wisconsin Union’s usual eating spots into unique culinary destinations will continue with the opening of Harvest Grains and Ginger...
Summer nights are still hot on the Memorial Union Terrace
For some, summer may be ending as August begins. But the Memorial Union Terrace plans to be open until temperatures drop and the first snowflake falls, giving members plenty of time to enjoy the Lake Mendota scenery. Several unsuspecting Union members and UW Madison students gave their opinions on the best Babcock ice cream flavor, their favorite Terrace activity and much more. Even more members answered on our Facebook page...
The scoop on Babcock ice cream
Think back to childhood and the thrill of hearing the ice cream truck drive through the neighborhood. Every kid goes frantic, rushing to get spare change from their parents and then chase after an old van slowly making its way down the street, blasting circus music through tiny speakers. Nothing was better than the rush of reaching the truck and indulging in a cool ice cream treat. Wisconsinites and UW Madison students experience a...
Making time for personal connections
Summer has been a long time in coming this year. The extended cool and wet spring has certainly put many of us in a “can’t wait for summer to arrive” frame of mind – and I’m no exception. Although, in addition to wanting to see all of you at the Memorial Union Terrace and the new Union South Plaza, I must admit that my desire to have summer arrive has had some personal motivation behind it as well. Our oldest son, Quinton, just...
The return of seasonal Terrace beer
As the days get longer and sleeves and hemlines begin to get shorter, it is a favorite Wisconsin tradition to enjoy a refreshing beer on the Terrace after a long day at work or playing in the sun. While it often catches out-of-state visitors off guard, the Memorial Union Terrace has a long history of serving up cold ones, and always features a wide variety of tastes. From rich dark lagers to refreshing pale ales, the Terrace has a...
Five years in the making, Union South: an icon for a lifetime
Ever since the first issue of Terrace Views in the fall of 2006, we have been sharing the news about rebuilding Union South. With the grand opening just a few days away, we thought we’d take a moment to remember the long journey and explore all that members have to look forward to. It all started with a vision The story begins in 2006 with the student referendum to build a brand new Union South and renovate Memorial Union–which...