An A-Z visitors guide to Milwaukee Wisconsin. Sponsored by Key Magazine Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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KEY SHOPPING CONTINUED FROM PAGE 33 flight of stairs to go from the winery to the main part of the settlement to reach CEDAR CREEK POTTERY. The vast array of handmade pottery and fine craft will amaze you. "An elegant blend of art and function" rules here. Brides will want to take advantage of the registry to add unique items to their "wish list." On the second floor at LA DIVA, find casual yet trendy t-shirts to hand-beaded blouses for party wear. Accessories include designer handbags, silk scarves, hair ornaments and hand-crafted jewelry, and more. Directly across Washington Avenue from the Cedar Creek Settlement is OLIVE 'N VINNIE'S MARKET. Discover 60 gleaming stainless steel tanks filled with the freshest and finest extra virgin olive oils along with an array of flavored Balsamic vinegars from around the world and much more. Sampling is encouraged here! PORT WASHINGTON About 30 minutes from downtown Milwaukee, Port Washington enjoys a setting on Lake Michigan, with a marina that is the departure point for many charter fishing boats. Stop in at the Port Washington Tourism Council office,126 E. Grand Ave. VisitPortWashington.com for info and suggestions. Look for the orange tile roof of Port's 1929 fire station to find BLUE HERON ARTISAN'S GALLERY. Located at 102 E. Pier St., the gallery features more than 25 artists. For information on exhibits, see KEY Arts & Entertainment. THE CHOCOLATE CHISEL, located at 125 W. Grand Ave., is a perfect spot to visit for ice cream, handmade chocolates or a concoction from the espresso bar. GRAFTON North of Cedarburg, Grafton boasts a revitalized downtown that highlights its Paramount Records blues legacy. There's a one-of-a-kind Walk of Fame tribute to blues artists who recorded at the Grafton studio in the late 1920s, unique foun- tain and stage area, distinctive restaurants and shops. 34 Yellow Cab Co-Op Milwaukee's Original Taxicab Service Fast, dependable service since 1979 414-271-1800 Major credit cards accepted with $10 minimum Time Orders & Travel Connections Our Specialty yellowcabmilwaukee.com DELAFIELD West of Milwaukee just off I-94, this spot merits a special stop. Charm reigns here, with Delafield's signature look making it the perfect spot for holiday shopping and dining. You'll be tempted to make a weekend of it at the elegant Delafield Hotel. For more info, VisitDelafield.org or 888-294-1082. BROOKFIELD Brookfield, just minutes west of downtown Milwaukee, is home to a broad array of retailers and restaurants.Shopping and dining opportunities are available along Bluemound Road, to the north along Capitol Drive and in other areas of Brookfield and Elm Grove, just to the east. Brookfield's Convention and Visitors Bureau is at 800-388-1835 or visitbrookfield.com. Brookfield Towne Centre Located at the corner of Capitol Drive and Brookfield Rd., 18905 W. Capitol Dr., don't miss this shopping area with a vil- lage atmosphere. GOO GOO GAA GAA offers a vast range of distinctive items for babies, toddlers and youngsters. Find apparel, home décor, gifts, toys and books. This is the place for something unique and timeless. Special occasion items are a specialty here, and brides can find the perfect ensem- bles for the junior members of their wedding parties. You'll find an array of flower girl and ring bearer attire options. SHOPPING CENTERS Downtown: Enter the SHOPS OF GRAND AVENUE complex at Old World 3rd Street and Wisconsin Avenue. Don't miss BREW CITY GEAR off the second-floor walkway for a souvenir. North of Milwaukee: BAYSHORE TOWN CENTER, 5800 N. Bayshore Dr., Glendale. Explore 100+ stores in an outdoor setting. West of Milwaukee: BROOKFIELD SQUARE, 95 N. Moorland Rd., Brookfield. 262-797-7245, shopbrookfieldsquaremall.com. MAYFAIR, 2500 N. Mayfair Rd., Wauwatosa. 180 stores+, enclosed mall, restaurants and movie theater complex. South of Milwaukee: SOUTHRIDGE MALL, 5300 S. 76th St., Greendale. 130 stores offer something for everybody.