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Specialty & Regional Food in Eau Claire
A trip to Wisconsin isn't complete without cheese curds, but that's not all we have.
19947 CTY HWY J
Chippewa Falls, WI - 54729
PHONE: (715) 720-1663

For over 80 years, the John McIlquham family has been growing quality apples at their orchard eight miles east of Chippewa Falls. John & Marykay McIlquham and their two children have continued the tradition by adding something new to the traditional orchard experience - wine and hard apple cider!</p> <p>Established in 2004, Autumn Harvest Winery produces 14 wines. All wines are produced and bottled by the McIlquhams, fermented in small batches from their orchard-grown apples, as well as from Wisconsin grapes and other fruits from around the region. This local winery has gained a great deal of attention with their award-winning wines, ranging from dry to semi-sweet selections. The tasting room and orchard store are open seasonally, May through October. Visitors can enjoy a glass of wine on their patio. Kids can run the FREE corn maze (September & October). Enjoy live music on Wine Down Saturdays and mark your calendars for the annual Fall Festival, held in September. Pick your own apples and ready picked apples, and wagon rides are also available. Wines can also be found at select local retailers in the Chippewa Valley.</p> <p>Summer Hours: Wednesday-Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, Sunday from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. Closed Monday & Tuesday.</p> <p>Fall Hours: Beginning mid-August open daily from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.</p>

5256 Friedeck RD
Eau Claire, WI - 54701
PHONE: (715) 514-4110


S13240 Young RD
Osseo, WI - 54758
PHONE: (715) 597-0085


309 E Grand AVE
Eau Claire, WI - 54701
PHONE: (715) 832-8550


513 University AVE
Colfax, WI - 54730
PHONE: (715) 225-6983

Your one stop and easiest shop for planning your wedding. A completely customizable menu and networks with limo, dress and entertainment companies. They specialize in charcoal chicken on their large grills but also offer fruit trays, meat and cheese trays and hand carved culinary art center pieces. They want to cater to your tastes and your budget. Let them delight your guests at your wedding, graduation, business meeting, family reunion or any other kind of party - you name it, they'll be there! Check out their web site to see how they can make your next event delicious.

2526 Golf RD
Eau Claire, WI - 54701
PHONE: (715) 833-8989

From the Vine is a great place to relax as well as taste and learn about wines. With our knowledgeable staff, a great selection of savory wines and a warm atmosphere, this experience is sure to please. The mission and vision of From the Vine is simple, to provide an opportunity for the non-wine connoisseur to sample a variety of wines in a casual atmosphere so they can comfortably select wines that they want to purchase that satisfy their own unique tastes.</p> <p>Hours: <br />Sunday- Available for private gatherings <br />Monday- Closed <br />Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 1:00pm - 9:00pm<br /> Friday & Saturday 1:00pm - Midnight</p>

12756 132nd St.
Chippewa Falls, WI - 54729
PHONE: (715) 288-6348

Come and enjoy homegrown fresh fruits and vegetables year round. Start your gardens off right with spring bedding plants and perennials. Fall pumpkins and decorations during harvest time. Christmas gift boxes and trees are available in the winter season. They are open Summer 9:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. and Winter 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

809 W. Clairemont AVE
Eau Claire, WI - 54701
PHONE: (715) 855-9055

Behind every great event is great food! With this in mind, KP Katering provides customized catering services for all occasions such as a five-course formal dinner, weddings, corporate functions, anniversaries, birthdays, picnics, and more! They are familiar with all of the "ingredients" and details to make your event a day to remember! KP Katering was voted #1 in the Volume One's Best of the Best in 2011.

2434 London RD
Eau Claire, WI - 54701
PHONE: (715) 834-2341


15369 82nd ST
Bloomer, WI - 54701
PHONE: (715) 568-2341

O'Neil Creek Winery was built in the heart of the Chippewa Valley by Joe and Dorinda Wynimko. They developed an assortment of fruit and specialty wines that are crisp and refreshing. Come and enjoy the scenery along with the relaxing atmosphere on the patio while you have a glass of wine. The grounds are open to the public to enjoy, be sure to check out the gardens that highlight their wide range of produce. This is the perfect rural winery where you can embrace the beauty that comes with country living. There is also a gift shop, so that you can take home some of the treasures that you experience at the winery!</p> <p>Check out O'Neil Creek Winery's website for more information and a calendar of upcoming special events!</p> <p>For a listing of their Specialty Wines and Prices, click <a href="http://www.visiteauclaire.com/graphics/wine%20tasting%20document%202010.doc%202%20-%20copy.pdf" target="_blank">here</a>.</p> <p><strong>HOURS:</strong><br /> Mon - Thurs: Please Call Ahead<br /> Fri - Sat: 11a - 6p<br /> Sun: 11a - 5p<br /> <strong>OFF-SEASON HOURS: <br /> (January - April) Please Call Ahead</strong></p> <p>The O'Neil Creek Winery is located just south of Bloomer, Wisconsin. Nestled in the undulating hills, the winery's rolling acres allow for visitors to enjoy the peace and solitude of nature while sampling delicious wines.</p>

10439 33rd AVE
Chippewa Falls, WI - 54729
PHONE: (715) 720-9463

Experience the best of Wisconsin Wine Country at River Bend Vineyard and Winery in Chippewa Falls. Specializing in well-balanced wines with exceptional local flavor, River Bend offers their guests the complete wine experience, right here in western Wisconsin. Complimentary wine tasting is provided for groups under 20. There is a fee for groups over 20, call for more information. Guests may enjoy wine by the glass or bottle from the patio overlooking the vineyard. Gourmet foods and gifts for the wine enthusiast are also available. Summer brings concerts on the lawn, and fall brings the local grape harvest.</p> <p>Check out www.riverbendvineyard.com for event details, and plan your excursion to Wisconsin Wine Country today!</p> <p>April Hours: Saturday and Sunday 12 - 5 <br />May - December Hours: Wednesday - Saturday 11 - 7 and Sunday 12 - 5.</p>

913 St. Hastings Way
Eau Claire, WI - 54703
PHONE: (715) 514-4549

Simply Cakes offers simply the best hand-made cakes featuring the best local ingredients available. Think of them for a broad selection of cakes for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, showers, retirements, baptisms, corporate parties and holiday selections. They are also famous for their creative cupcake selections for birthdays and weddings. Their store also features a balloonery, birthday cupcake design shop, cake truffles, and wonderful homemade cookies. They now also offer fresh fruit dipped in chocolate due to your demand! Simply Cakes is the only small bakery to do so in the area, please call for pricing! Stop in and enjoy coffee, fresh baked breakfast items, and free wireless internet. Open Monday-Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and closed on Sunday.

2749 London RD
Eau Claire, WI - 54701
PHONE: (715) 833-8009

Are fancy labels and colorful boxes costing your family too much? Don't pay for packaging, pay for product! At The Twisted Pantry, they provide specialty and everyday food items in quantities - large & small - at bulk food rates. They help you make your dollar go farther so that you can make those special moments even better...from your treasured celebrations (bridal showers, weddings, anniversaries, baby showers and birthdays) to your most favorite moments (dinner with the family, "me" time, or girls night in).

2209 S Prairie View RD
Chippewa Falls, WI - 54729
PHONE: (715) 720-7176