America’s Dairyland – Quest for the Best Cheeseburger


In the land of dairy it stands to reason that we make great cheese, but when that Wisconsin cheese tops a great burger, it’s heaven on a bun! Join Discover Wisconsin as we tour the state on a Quest for the Best Cheeseburger, from mouth watering hand patted beef to scrumptious vegetarian delights. You’ll find out where in Wisconsin the hamburger was first created and how it has blossomed to become the canvas for all the great artisan cheeses made in the state. This isn't a mission to find any old burger--it’s a Quest for the Best Cheeseburger in America’s Dairyland!  On your next Wisconsin vacation be sure and enjoy all of the different Wisconsin cheeses that we have to offer!

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Quest for the Best Cheeseburger – America’s Dairyland

Air: May 05-06, 2012;Jun 25-26, 2011
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In the land of dairy it stands to reason that we make great cheese, but when that cheese tops a great burger, it’s heaven on a bun! Join host Stephanie Klett as she tours the state on a Quest for the Best Cheeseburger! From mouth watering hand patted beef to scrumptious vegetarian delights. You’ll find out where in Wisconsin the hamburger was first created and how it has blossomed to become the canvas for all the great artisan cheeses made in the state. It’s a burger lover’s dream as Stephanie tries to find the ultimate cheese topped creation. She’s not just on a mission to find any old burger--it’s a Quest for the Best Cheeseburger in America’s Dairyland!

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