I spent 5 years working in downtown Neenah, so I've been to plenty of restaurants in Menasha, Neenah, and the Appleton area. And I was there when I would say the revitalization of Mensha's downtown
I spent 5 years working in downtown Neenah, so I've been to plenty of restaurants in Menasha, Neenah, and the Appleton area. And I was there when I would say the revitalization of Mensha's downtown
This past Tuesday my wife & I shared a date night while we had a babysitter. My birthday landed last week and so we used a gift card we had received for Rivers Bend to go enjoy a lovely evening
Have you been to Wilders Cutting Edge Bistro in the Valley? No, well you should go! Yes, well then let's go again together!As their website describes, they are a modern American bistro, but later on
I'll be honest folks, it's been years since I've been to this spot in Oshkosh. Not since my days as a student at UW-Oshkosh and then working as an Internal Auditor for Bemis Company. But when I was
Haha, no; the car keys are not lost, just a funny title. Lost Key Tap is a spot that opened up a couple years ago in Wrightstown. It's across the street from the Fox River and a great location if
Who doesn't love a good bowl of pasta or a really good hand crafted pizza? The answer is everyone loves those things, they are comfort foods, fill you up, and make you happy!And if you are looking
Yep, here is an example of don't judge a book by it's cover. Ellinor is located in a neighborhood in Appleton, in a block/brick style building and you would never guess that one of the best meals
I had forgotten about this spot, which is why it's on my Hidden Gems page!!! Go check out a'Bravo in Bellevue folks!!!
Alright, let me tell you about this spot that my friend Joel recently took me to as a way to connect over a meal,
Annual Update 2025There isn't much to share about Pages & Pours that I didn't share when I first posted about it back in May 2025. But I wanted to get a few more photos out here and have an
Annual Update - 2025Cycling Brews is a fun spot to check out now and then as they "cycle" through great Wisconsin and national beers, and for a while they were trying to not repeat beers. I'm not
I remember when this spot first opened, I was working in downtown Neenah many years ago before I got into real estate. We would go here for happy hours now & then, and we always had a good time
Yes, I live in Green Bay, and yes I get to see Lambeau Field every day, and guess what, I firmly believe that the Packers are America's team (sorry Dallas), and we are Title Town as we have more
Welcome to Noble Roots Brewing, located on the Northeast side of Green Bay. Sadly I don't have much to say on the subject of Noble Roots as I've never been but I can say they have good beer. And I
Welcome to Stillmank Brewing folks; a family owned and operated brewery right here in Green Bay. Obviously, this desribes all of the breweries in the area, but this one has a cool story. The
Photos Courtesy of Mud Creek's FacebookA couple years ago for her birthday, which is in February, my wife wanted to go
Located just down the road from the Fox Cities PAC, and near several great restaurants, is Appleton Beer Factory. Living in Green Bay, I don't get here as often as places like Copper State, Station
The Green Bay Packers & Lambeau Field, the iconic nature of living in Green Bay, WI and getting to see the stadium every day is fairly surreal.
I'll be honest, this is a spot I forget about a lot (which is sad), because they have amazing food and every time I look at photos on Facebook of what they are serving at Cafe Con Crema, I get.
A Sunday Chicken Dinner, a wedding on a Saturday night, a Friday Fish Fry..... mmhhhmmmm three great reasons to go to Van Abel's. But the main reason is the atmosphere, the nostalgia, the service,
Now, I don't have a prime rib list in my blog and I don't have a "supper club" category, and this one would absolutely be in both of those. Black Otter is known for it's king & queen cuts of
For me, this may be the most nostalgic restaurant I've included a blog post for to date, and it will be tough to top. And that's because I have been going all my life along with my family,
Ahh a good supper club dinner; it's just what the doctor orders now and then for me. And weekly for others!! This is something you only get in the State of Wisconsin and it's quite nostalgic for.
2025 was a good year in the Northeast WI real estate market and it followed multiple good years in a row. Now I
Ahh this place will always hold a special memory in my heart because I had one of my last dates with my wife before the birth of our son in December 2025. We checked out The Taqueria in Bellevue and
A note about Tucson's in Bellevue, for some reason I find myself here only for random happy hours with my wife or for dinners with my in-laws. The food and drinks are great and I'm definitely a fan,
Lunch Date - January 23, 2026Just under 7 weeks ago my wife & I welcomed our son into the world, and it's been a wild ride. It hasn't been easy, and he comes with plenty of challenges, each of
Chicago Street Pub is a spot that was and continues to be very popular in East De Pere. For years it operated on Chicago St in De Pere, but sadly a fire destroyed the building. But the good news,
This spot is one of my favorites in the Valley. Located in the great area of downtown Neenah, with the amazing food & drink options, and the open air vibe make this an ideal spot to go check;
A new spot in took over for a Mr. Brews Taphouse in early 2025, but it's a similar restaurant and the food is amazing. This spot is called Bellevue Taphouse and I went there this past Fall (maybe
Wow, what a year; so much has happened at work and in my life, I simply couldn't be more grateful for the life I get to live. First and foremost thank you to my wife for
As with some of the other restaurants on my blog, Cowboy Mac's is one I have not been too but for completeness purposes I wanted to have it included since the BBQ list is not extensive. Green Bay is
I'll be honest, I've only been once and it was years ago, but I recall Parker John's having great barbeque. My wife & I checked this out after a day of skiing at Granite Peak; we were starving
Koi Poke for Lunch - January 21, 2025Headed out for lunch today with a friend who I haven't seen in about two months. He started a new job late last year and I had a baby so we had lots to catch up
Haha, no this is not sushi made from a bird. It's sushi on Cardinal Ln in Howard and it's known as Hot Sake Sushi Bar & Kitchen. Now I can honestly say I don't think I've been here in my life,
Ahhh, Umi Sushi, I do recall eating here a time or two but it's been years so I can't really note a review since it's been so long. But I want to share that I recall it was good and when I get there
Well I'll be honest, I always knew this place as Nakashima's and I've been there numerous times under that name. And I have not gotten a blog post created yet (as you've realized updating these fell
France is one country in Europe that I have not been to, though it is on my list. Mainly for the history & architecture, but
Today is September 29, 2025 as I write this, and that means it’s been almost two months since the 2025 Global Leadership Summit. My wife coordinates this amazing event at Green Bay Community
That's a fairly depressing title to this post, but I felt it was necessary when I started drafting it near the end of June on a cool day; one that involved seeing people in pants and long sleeves.
Annual Update - 2025Spork is a Hidden Gem of brunch in my opinion; given it's a bit outside of the typical radius for most people in the greater Green Bay area to go for a meal, and it's a quaint
May 2026 VisitThe day started out with fishing on the Fox River, and we did catch some fish. The weather was also beautiful so yes it was a good day, but the hit rate was quite low and sometimes you
Ice Cream Dates aka Treats in Post-PartumMy wife has informed me that the way to get through the post-partum period of pregnancy is "treats." Who agrees?I'm not saying I disagree but I know my wife
Well now if you are not familiar with Crumbl cookies, you are missing out. Back in the day, and probably still there was a famous marketing tagline that was used by Tiffany's but I like to think'
Do you find yourself wishing you had more space? Does your home feel too small for you, your family, and all your stuff? Obviously if that's the case and you want to make a move I'd happily help you
Do you take me to be this super amazing DIY expert who knows all of the trends and looks that make homes pop and look amazing? No, I know you don't and I don't consider myself to be an expert.
Well if you found this article, I'm guessing you have read a few of my other blog posts, whether Northeast WI restaurant related, or real estate related. Today's topic is a great topic as we
Annual Update - 2025Copper Rock in downtown Appleton seems to always be the coffee shop I go to when doing a staycation in Appleton, which happens a few times a year. It usually coincides with a
Wow, time has flown by this past 3 years, and it's crazy to think where I was to where I am now. I have changed a lot as a person in that time, and in many ways I also haven't changed at all. I am
Do you know the difference between a seller credit and a seller concession? Or have you always just lumped them together in the same statement? Actually they are very similar, a seller credit
Hmmmm, do you believe the title of this that it would be easier to buy a home in winter? I mean after all everyone always talks about the "spring market." Yeah the spring market is great for selling
Annual Update - 2025For those that read the original post for Leaps & Bounds Cafe, you know this place holds a special place in my heart because of the conversation I got to have just over a
Annual Update - 2025Ahh, a good spot and one of the few restaurants in the De Pere area West of Hwy 41 so always a good option if you are in that area. No, not because you have no other options '
#FridayFeature April 2026Have you been to Uncle Mike's Food Emporium? If not, you have to go check it out in Appleton! Wow do I wish we had one in Green Bay!! This is my #FridayFeature this
Annual Update - 2025I set out on a journey at the end of 2025 to make sure I had some notes in all of the restaurants on my page and make sure I didn't want to add any new ones. And as I go through
Annual Update - 2025I've only been to one location of this spot, and that only occurred one time, but the food was quite tasty. And so they made my list of Mexican restaurants in Brown County to
As I have said every year since 2013, I am grateful this Thanksgiving for Kathryn. She is an amazing woman and I am so glad I get to be married to her, spend my
May 2026 UpdateHa, so I was planning on writing up a post for this because I didn't think I had written one but turns out I had, so here is a photo with images I pulled from their Facebook page.,
Who out there knows someone, or personally bought a home pre-2022? Yeah, there are a lot of people out there in that camp, myself included! And guess what the house I was in had a 3% interest rate
Imagine this, you've toured more than 15 homes, and written offers on 4 of them, all rejected, and then your agent calls you and you are over the moon with excitement because it was the 5th home you
Do you know someone who recently moved, or is in the process of moving, or plans to move in the near future? Welllllll, then this post is for them (or you if it's you)!!!When you move there are some
Annual Update - 2025Well folks, this is a spot that was already well known in our area, but during a recent NFL match-up it got a bit more famous when Jason Kelce, formerly of the Philadelphia
Annual Update - 2025Honestly, haven't been to Cheesesteak Rebellion in quite some time, but it doesn't mean I don't like it or believe it should be recommended. In fact, quite the opposite, I enjoy
It's brand new that's obviously the difference!! Wow, I can't believe Ross wrote even one sentence to try and address this question, it's pretty straightforward!Or is it??I have done a few new
Annual Update - 2025Well folks it's quite simple why I love this coffee shop...... or do I call it an ice cream shop?? HHMMMMMHave you figured out why I like Java Cream, regardless of if you are in
Annual Update - 2025I said Vintage Cantina is my favorite spot for tacos in Green Bay, well this is my favorite spot for tacos in Appleton. It's a very similar style restaurant and they also have an
Hmmmm, why didn't the seller accept my offer, we offered $40,000 over asking for the home?Yes, I've gotten this question before from buyers, different dollar amounts at
Tomorrow is October 1st, and that means when you read this it will be the final quarter of 2024, and what a year it has been!!! And the past 3 months has been pretty crazy, both in real estate and
Two Visits in Two Weeks - March 2026Well, after not going for a couple years I found myself at Acoca twice in less than a two weeks span. First my wife & I went the morning affter seeing
Birthday Celebration - February 2026Well, if you know my wife, then you know that her birthday is her favorite day of the year. Yes she loves our anniversary, and every day with her son, as well as
Appleton Staycation Updates - January 2025Well well well, the first time I've ever actually eatn inside this restaurant just recently happened. Prior to this I have only ever ordered room service
Annual Update 2025Antojitos is the best Mexican food in the Fox Valley; hands down no exception. And honestly, probably my favorite Mexican food in Northeast WI. I have never had a bad meal or a bad
2025 Annual UpdateEasily my favorite Chinese takeout restaurant in Northeast WI, and I challenge you to point to a better one. Why would I challenge you? Because Chinese takeout has a place on every
Have you watched the news over the past 6-12 months and seen a topic about real estate? I know I know most people hate the news because it's negative and all about politics and bad stuff happening
And just like that it is July, wow does time fly!!!The second quarter of 2024 has been a good one both personally & professionally for me, and I'm very grateful for everything that I've had
April 2026 Thoughts on Iron DuckI was recently talking with some friends about great restaurants in Northeast WI and obviously Iron Duck came up, and this conversation happened over burritos. Yes
Congratulations, you sold your house!! That's what everyone who owns a home will one day hear from their agent, but how do you get to that point? Not the paperwork, marketing, showings, and
Annual Update - 2025Ahh the Daily Buzz, it's a spot you just need to sometimes have in your life. It's small, but full of life with amazing coffee & other drinks. I have enjoyed working from
July 2026, Visit from JuneHappy Fathers Day!! My wife & I went here to celebrate Fathers Day this year with our 6 month old son and had a great evening. The place was quite busy so give our
Let me tell you a story.... a story involving a picturesque home in a quiet neighborhood, nestled among other beautiful homes.This is the story of 802 Lawton Pl in De Pere, WI and it's a story to
Guess what..... It's true, there are numerous buyers in the market actively
Can you believe we are already into mid-April 2024? I mean it doesn't even feel like winter was ever here (maybe because it wasn't). Well it was a very mild winter and we didn't see nearly enough
Annual Update - 2025Tempest Coffee, another good spot in the valley with an amazing location & atmosphere that I simply don't get to enough living in Green Bay. But for my friends in the
Annual Update - 2025B's Brews is a spot I've only been a handful of times. The location is great when meeting someone between Appleton & Green Bay, or if the individual lives/works near Freedom,
Annual Update 2025McGeorge's has changed around how they do some of their food items, but that's totally okay because it's still a great meal. I used to say it was the best wings in town, and now
Annual Update - 2025Honestly, there are so many people that seem to think this is the only coffee shop or place to meet outside of a workplace in the Green Bay area. "Should we get coffee?" "Sure,
Annual Update - 2025Well Well Well, you've found your way to Cocoon Brewing and my blog about what it's got going on. I've shared in the past about what's going on with it and what I like about it.
Ever Had Shakshuka? - June 2026I can honestly say I have never had this dish, so I decided to give it a whirl and I'm glad I did. This was amazing and I'd highly recommend you also trying it. I have
Annual Update - 2025I will probably making multiple year-end updates to Draft's blog depending on the section of my blog I'm focused on that day. Today's update relates to Friday Fish Fry's and
Annual Update - 2025Coffee Wizardz to me is a hidden gem of a coffee shop in Brown County. It's not the largest establishment, and it's tucked away in Allouez. Most people think of spots in De Pere,
Annual Update - December 2025This restaurant is "temporarily closed" and has been for at least a month. Indications online are that it will be reopening but no word on when, at least that I can.
Annual Update - December 2025Well this is a sad update that I should have been more timely about posting, but Island Sushi in De Pere is no longer in business. Fear not though, the location still
First Date Night - March 2026This past Friday night my wife & I left our little man with Nana & Papa for a couple hours so we could go out on a date. Dating is important, even when married,
May 2026 - So Many VisitsOkay so this is one of my favorite spots in Northeast WI for so many reasons and for that reason I have been here countless times over the past two years since my last post.
July 2026 LunchToday I got to enjoy lunch with a good friend who recently retired and has moved to Milwaukee County. Well he retired, and then got a job within one month of moving because he's
August 2025It's been over a year since I posted on the subject of relationship building and how I use that on a day to day basis in my profession. This is how I find people to work with as new
Annual Update 2025Alright, well Mexico Lindo is a great spot to go, as I've mentioned before and I love the location on Cardinal in Howard because it's down the road from my wife's work so it's easy
Alright, so fun fact I have had three pets in my life, all dogs (no I don't consider goldfish) won at fairs to be pets in this case). In my early years I had a dog named Molly, and she was an
With the recent news that has been hitting the headlines about the National Association of Realtors and what this means for the market and home buyers & sellers, I thought it would be a good
Annual Update - 2025Well, it's one of, if not, my favorite golf course in Northeast WI and they also have great food. From the awesome fish fry that you get on Friday's (perfect spot if you're
Annual Update - 2025Ahhh, one of my favorite spots in the greater Green Bay area because of the good food, but more so because of the unique atmosphere you get with Pasquale's. Have you been??And
What Have I Learned in Real Estate?That is the focus of this month's discipline
How can you not simply laugh at the title of this blog if you are another Realtor?? I mean, we all know we definitely have "one" job.................NOT!!!!
February's Discipline for 2024 is....... Education!This month I will be working through my ABR Certification, which stands for Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR). How is this a discipline? Or
Happy New Year to you and your family! And guess what, the results are in for the housing market in Northeast WI for 2023. Yes, it was a crazy year again, though not as crazy as 2022 as we started
#FoodMemories2025This past June (yes I know delayed update with this being March 2026), my wife & I created one of our best Food Memories to date. We were pregnant and wanted to do a gender
Sadly Anchor coffee has closed their doors and is no longer in business at this location in downtown Green Bay. Sad to see you go, and hopefully you can reopen down the road.
2024 Folks!! It's a new year and guess what that means it's time to assess the real estate market and our personal goals for home ownership. Do you know someone that wants to buy or sell a house
March 2026 VisitI had a fun time yesterday at River Coffee & Cream; good conversation with some good people. I decided to treat myself to something fun and got a Mocha as my drink. It was quite
Annual Update - 2025The Attic one of those coffee spots that I just don't make it to that often, and I'll be honest about why...... I forget about it, which is not the greatest thing to say but it's
Back on November 17th I had a client close on his first home and he was an excited first-time homebuyer. It's been a couple weeks since that day and he's busy working on moving in and doing the
Annual Update - 2025Okay, so Zambaldi, what's new to share about this great brewery since I provided my Original Post and was descriptive about what I like. Well first I can say that this spot is in
December 2025 NewsHot off the press, guess who loves Eat30 Cafe?!?! Well I guess I can't guarantee he "loves" it but did you see that Jordan Love and his wife recently enjoyed a meal at Eat30 Cafe?
Just shy of 11 years ago I took Kathryn Kroll for sushi at Nakashimas in Appleton. It was her first time ever having sushi, and one of the early dates in our relationship. Fast forward to today and
January 24, 2026Yo, takeout from India Bhavan was amazing. The food showed up still very hot and the quanities were absolutely legit. My wife & I enjoyed as much as we could and still had plenty
Year End Update - December 2025Pho Coma will always hold a special place in my heart because of a few of the memories I have from some visits in 2025. One of those visits was actually a takeout meal
Annual Update - 2025I have a memory that makes me check in feeling Sad about Toast. I recommended this spot to someone and instead of going here and checking out a new place they went to a different
Annual Update - December 2025Well, it's been 2 years since I've been here and that just won't do!!! The food is too amazing and service top notch, so I simply can't believe that as I cycle through
Okay, so I'll be honest, I'm starting this post as someone who has lived in his house for about 8.5 years and I believe I do a fairly good job at preventative maintenance. My wife & I regularly
As I've written in other posts, 2021 was a year of growth and a long journey for me. I learned two lessons that year, patience & perseverance. I didn't know it at the time, but I needed to
Annual Update - 2025Seth's; wow what a good spot. Similar to other spots in the Fox Valley I don't get here frequently enough given where I live, but if I lived a bit closer I would for sure be here
Annual Update - 2025Luna Cafe in De Pere is one of those coffee shops that always seems busy, which is awesome for them but at times can be a hinderance for you as the customer. But they will still
Annual Update 2025Sometimes you just need a good night of Mexican food and we have some good spots to choose from in the Green Bay area. One of those spots is Magarita's just West of Lambeau Field.
Annual Update 2025Vintage Cantina is only one thing to say about this spot. It's the best spot for tacos in Green Bay, hands down, no question. We have other good spots but this is my favorite taco
As I sit down to start typing this post, it's October 10, 2023 and that means we are just over a week past NextHome Select Realty's 1st Anniversary!! Wooo that means it's time to celebrate and wow
Annual Update - 2025Replay is a good spot for a "dive" bar meal, especially with some of the deals they run. Truthfully though I find myself there more in summer than winter for their outdoor tiki
Annual Update - 2025This is easily my favorite spot to grab Indian food for lunch because the portions are perfectly sized in the sampler platter to enjoy the right amount of quality food. The
As part of The Home Buying Process, I shared what it's like to buy a home in the Northeast WI market, and hopefully this helped you or someone you know understand the process more. And maybe even
Annual Update - 2025Just another spot like so many in my blog that I've gone to many times since my first trip and post but I've failed to keep the blog updated. The Creamery is a great spot in
March Madness with Kroll'sI recently planned to meet a friend, a new friend, at Kroll's so he could experience a local classic and nostalgic place. We plan to check out other spots too over the
Good morning, I hope this message finds you well and enjoying a cup of coffee or maybe something a bit stronger if you’re not reading this until later in the day.Thanks to HGTV and many other
2026 Update - Have You Been?Do you like Greek food? If so, you know there are not a lot of quality and authentic Greek restaurants in Northeast WI. Why? I have no idea, not what this is for haha.
Welcome to the 2nd half of my August Real Estate message regarding Buying a Home by Fall, so you can start building equity and stop paying rent. But Ross, what is equity and why do I want it?An easy
Annual Update - 2025Asiago Pesto Loaded Fries - Need I say more?? Okay Okay, I will, but it's pretty much covered below. The food and drink here is amazing and the vibe is great. Go check it out and
April 2025: Well the NFL Draft is upon us this month and I've partnered up with a friend of mine to advertise local restaurants for people to know about when they come to town. If you want to
Alright, time for some August wisdom. As I sit here it’s July 26, which in Green Bay means one thing to a lot of people. It’s the start of Packers training camp, and guess what it&rsquo
Annual Update - 2025Downtown Neenah is an area that holds nostalgia and good memories for me from my first gig out of college. The area has changed a lot since I worked there many years ago, and
Alright, Alright, Alright, let’s talk about listing your home with me and what that looks like. Yes, I stole that from one of my favorite actors, Mr. Matthew McConaughey, but I credit him as
Annual Update - 2025Kavarna, one of the two busiest coffee shops in downtown Green Bay. And the reason for that is simple; they have great coffee, great food, a good atmosphere, and plenty of space.
Annual Update - 2025Tazza, a great coffee shop, that I'm a fan of and I think my wife is an even bigger fan haha. They have closed their location in Bellevue and are back to just one location; which
Annual Update - 2025It's been a while since I've posted about Black Honey Hashery, though I've been several times since my first post back in November 2023. The food is always amazing here and the
Annual Update - 2025Wow I've probably been 50 times since my first post. I love The Exchange for a good networking meeting over a cup of tea or coffee. It's a wonderfully comfortable atmosphere to
Who else is shocked that it’s already July?! I can promise you I am because I have no clue where the year has gone. Part of the reason for that blur is definitely due to the busyness that is
Happy New Year (#FridayFeature) - 2026It didn't take me long to figure out what restaurant would be my #FridayFeature for January 2026. My wife & I have been to several restaurants (check out
Annual Update 2025Hinterland Brewing doesn't just have amazing beer, and an amazing atmosphere (along with great location), they have some of the best food in Northeast WI. They use high quality and
Annual Update - 2025Badger State Brewing; where to begin about a great local brewery?!?! The location is amazing, the beer spectacular, and they have a great event space if you are looking to host a
We've all bought things before; gifts, a vehicle, food, plane tickets, etc. so buying a home is the same right? I find the one I want and I make a payment to buy it, seems simple......I have news
January 14, 2025Today I checked out Mission BBQ with a friend to catch up and enjoy a good meal. And to my surprise this former cop had never been to Mission BBQ. I was shocked, he lives and works
Monthly Planning for April 2026With my wife going back to work part time and me choosing to stay home that 10 hours with our son, we need to be disciplined and organized. As part of that we have
January 2026 UpdateStation 1 Brewing & Company Coffee are located in the same building in Vickery Village in Suamico, and they are spots I've frequented a decent amount since having a son in
Annual Update - January 2026Well it is finally time to split Ledgestone Winery & Gnarly Cedar Brewing into two blog posts, because they opened the new brewery last Fall, and thus it's time to
There are many different clients in the world of real estate, and I've worked with several; first time homebuyers, people needing more space or less, people getting married, but potentially the type
Annual Update - 2025This spot is one of my wife's favorites in Northeast WI when it comes to Mexican food. Caliente is quite tasty and always a good meal in my opinion, and it makes the list as one
For as long as I can remember, I’ve enjoyed traveling. Whether that’s to Sao Paulo, Brazil; Joplin, MO; Door County, WI, or simply down the road in De Pere, WI. For me travel is more
From my own career journey, I've gained some valuable insights that has helped me become a better agent and serve my clients more effectively. Here are a few lessons that stand out:1) Build Trust!
Hold onto your seats, folks - the first quarter of 2023 in real estate has been a wild ride, just like the entire year of 2022! In Brown County, WI, we've seen a dramatic decrease in the number of
In June 2023 I wrote the below blog post about Why I Chose NextHome Select Realty, and honestly my blog post is still accurate in February 2024 with this new posting to social media. Last year I
Welcome to the inaugural installment of my real estate blog! Using this blog, I aim to keep you informed about the latest developments in the NE Wisconsin real estate market, while also sharing