Meander To Maiden Rock along the Great River Road!
23rd Jun 2020
Meander to Maiden Rock!
The majestic Mississippi River bluffs and scenic Lake Pepin are the backdrop for our art - food - & farm inspired sojourn here along the West Coast of Wisconsin. Explore popular attractions- and discover lesser known gems –to learn why this region is a day trip worth repeating.
Chef Shack/ Bay City
The Chef Shack co-creatives are James Beard finalists and offer a stellar Sunday brunch from 11-3. Wednesday through Saturday they serve lighter fare, outdoor eats from the food truck.
Word to the wise: Check their social media accounts for the latest offers and hours.
6379 Main St Bay City, WI 54723
facebook.com/chefshackbaycity/
Twitter: @chefshack1
Instagram: Chefshack
Phone: 715-594-3060
Rush River Produce – You Pick Blueberries & Currants July- Aug / Rural Maiden Rock (to the North)
Blueberries in biblical abundance along with red and black currants are offered for picking right off the bushes. Die-hard fruit pickers and happy families harvest sweet and juicy blueberries at the legendary Rush River Produce. The Cuddy family runs an out-of-the-way paradise at the end of a quiet road on top of a hill overlooking both the Rush River Valley and the Mississippi River.
Word to the wise: Always phone ahead to get the latest ripening update from the berry patch.
Phone: 715-594-3648
Anticipated opening of the 2020 Blueberry Season: July 9th
Located 3 miles off Highway 35 up County Rd A (Follow the signs.)
Website: www.RushRiverProduce.com
Additional: Cash or checks only; please bring a mask.
Hours: Thursday – Sunday 8 – 2.
Lake View Organic Farm Store / Rural Maiden Rock (to the North)
Lake View Organic Farm is a certified organic farm located in the pastoral hills above the Rush River Valley and Lake Pepin. (Next door to Rush River Produce.) Lake View offers a wide array of farm-fresh products including sunflower oil, small-batch salad dressings, spice blends, grass-fed beef, CBD oils, balms and butters, and lots of other goodies.
Word to the wise: new culinary surprises each weekend as their season progresses.
N1972 420th Street, Maiden Rock, WI
Thursday-Sunday 9-5 www.lakevieworganicfarm.com
Cultural Cloth / Downtown Maiden Rock
Cultural Cloth is a social enterprise that works primarily with women artisans around the world who weave, quilt, embroider, stitch, hook, bead, print and dye handmade home décor and personal accessories.
Please wear your mask, we’ll provide gloves at the door.
Word to the wise: explore their curated ‘in situ’ vignettes.
Find us on facebook and follow us on Instagram.
Hours: Thursday & Friday 10-5; Saturday 9-5; Sunday noon-4. Always open online. www.culturalcloth.com
The Nest Gallery / Downtown Maiden Rock
The Nest Gallery in Maiden Rock, located across the street from the gas station, celebrates local and regional artists and craftspeople by providing a place to perch and sell their work. By supporting local and regional artists, we strengthen our community by building relationships, creating culture and incorporating the arts into everyday life.
Classes and studio sessions will be offered during the winter months.
Email: thenestgallerymaidenrock@gmail.com
Phone: 715-225-9196
Hours: Thur & Friday 10-5; Sat & Sun 9-5
The Green Queen / Downtown Maiden Rock
The Green Queen is a unique lawn ornament and garden art store that "celebrates the nobility of nature" and offers everything from essential oils and garden jewelry to locally made birdhouses and more.
Email: enchant@wildblue.net
Hours Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m
The Smiling Pelican Bakeshop / Downtown Maiden RockThis year, due to COVID, this not-to-be-missed bakery is open Saturday morning only for a bakery pop-up on their porch beginning at 9 a.m. All the favorites are pre-packaged and customers help themselves, take what they touch, tally their own bill then drop their payment in a bucket at the end of the line. Bring your own bag, please wear a mask, keep your social distance and enjoy the beautiful gardens!
Word to the wise: Find the weekly offering at The Smiling Pelican Facebook Page
Jenny Lind Bakery / Rural Maiden Rock (to the south)
The Jenny Lind Bakery, established in 1990, is located on a picturesque farm three miles south of Maiden Rock off County Road AA. Baked goods are hand formed and include yeast breads, cardamom rolls, Icelandic Almond rolls, scones, cookies and bars. In addition to finding Jenny Lind baked goods in regional shops, customers are welcomed at the farm on the first and third Saturday every month from June to December.
Word to the wise: Refer to their website or Facebook for updated offerings.
Cell # 651 301-1095
The Secret Heart Gallery / Downtown Maiden Rock
Artist/owner B.J. Christofferson of Secret Heart Gallery has created a shimmery space full of her original artwork inspired by Spanish Colonial art and Joseph Cornell. Her one-of-a-kind wall pieces are dioramas assembled from collage and 3-dimensional ephemera. Her porch is full of unique gifts and jewelry.
Word to the wise: Don’t miss her well-priced ‘tourist art’, above.
W3553 Hwy 35 Maiden Rock, WI 54750
Hours: By chance or appointment.