The Deli Dish

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  • Introducing Daphnis and Chloe

    An incredible sustainable herb purveyor in the heart of Athens  Daphnis and Chloe, named for the hero and heroine of the eponymous ancient Greek novel by Longusl, is an incredible … Continued

  • Introducing JK’s Farmhouse Ciders

    Michigan Organic Apples Make a Hard Cider that’s Hard to Resist Mr. BrightCider JK’s Farmhouse Ciders start with apples. But not just any apples. Organically grown, heritage apples (over 50 … Continued

  • Introducing Fra’ Mani

    Sustainable Salumi Salumi Get This Straight… Fra’ Mani makes standout salumi inspired by the flavors, techniques, and culture of Italy. Their products honor tradition and craft and they operate with … Continued

  • Introducing Ziba Foods

    Empowering Afghan Women through Good Food Afghanistan was once a leader in producing dried fruits and nuts, but due to conflict and resulting economic instability, local farmers were unable to … Continued

  • An assortment of apples and different jarred honeys on a white background.

    Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year

    Celebrating the High Holiday with Special Dishes A clean slate, a fresh start. There’s no time like the New Year for a healthy dose of optimism. Rosh Hashanah, known as … Continued

  • Introducing Nueske’s

    Five Generations of Makin’ Bacon Founder Robert Nueske’s grandparents (Wilhelm and Wilhelmina Nueske) came to the small town of Wittenberg, Wisconsin from Prussia in 1882. Shortly thereafter, Wilhelm started to … Continued

  • Rhubarb-Ade Recipe

    When the temperatures start to rise, we love a sip of something thirst-quenching. And while we wouldn’t turn down a good glass of lemonade, we’re especially partial to a refreshing … Continued

  • A photo of part of the mural inside the Next Door Cafe. A hand is coming into frame with a small paintbrush and is adding detail to a white flower with a red center.

    Behind the Scenes: The Making of a Mural

    If you’ve visited us at the Next Door Café recently, you’ve almost certainly seen our mural. Given that it appears in every single customer-facing area of the Café, it’s hard … Continued

  • A photo of Rick and Scott standing by the soda machine, filling cups with soda and smiling at the camera.

    Introducing Northwoods Soda

    And What Makes It Soda-rn Good The Soda-lightful Origins of Northwoods Prior to starting Northwoods Soda & Syrup Co., founder Bill Fosdick owned a soda syrup delivery route in the … Continued