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Capitol Square’s artisan cheese temple: a cut‑to‑order shop spotlighted by major travel editors. Build a picnic, book a cheese class, or ask for a guided tasting that pairs Wisconsin’s best with smart accompaniments.
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Artisan cheese shop with Wisconsin's best, sandwiches, classes
12 S Carroll St, Madison, WI 53703 Get directions
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