Whether you call it
yummy or delicious or comfort food,
we're talking about SOUP!
What could be better than strolling down College Avenue in Downtown Appleton on a crisp fall day enjoying the sights, sounds and smells of autumn? Well, how about adding in the chance to taste unique soups at 17 different restaurants? And the opportunity to donate canned goods to the St. Joseph Food Program and receive specials for doing so at participating retailers?
All of that awaits you at the 2nd Annual Soup Walk Event, Saturday, October 16th. Spend your afternoon in Downtown Appleton sampling delicious homemade soup created by some of the best chefs, in the area, right here on College Avenue and the Riverfront. The Downtown Cool Trolley will be running that day noon to 4 pm to be sure you get to all the locations!
For only $10 each you will be able to taste a unique soup in 17 different restaurants. The challenge is –can you choose your favorite? Here is the list of restaurants that are participating and what they will be serving:
1. Fox Banquet Rivertyme Catering at the History
Museum at the Castle—Creamy Garlic Potato
Soup***WINNER OF 2009 FAVORITE SOUP!
2. CobbleStone Market—Tomato Basil Soup
3. Olde Town Tavern--Chili
4. Bazil's Pub and Provisions – Cheesy Chicken Tortilla
Soup
5. Café on the Ave—Bacon Corn Chowder Soup
6. Black & Tan Restaurant (inside the CopperLeaf
Hotel) – Cinnamon Butternut Squash Soup
7. Jo a la Mode (inside Radisson Paper Valley Hotel) –
Chicken Dumpling Soup
8. Anduzzi's - Creole Gumbo
9. The Bar on the Avenue – Ham Corn Chowder
10. Tapas—Watermelon & Coconut Gazpacho
11. Casa Blanca—Corn Chowder
12. Senor Tequila – Sopa de Tortilla
13. Spats – Kielbasa & Sauerkraut Soup
14. Fratello's Waterfront Restaurant - White Chicken
Chili
15. Atlas Coffee Mill & Cafe - Chicken Fiesta Soup
16. Stone Cellar Brewpub-Organic Heirloom Tomato
& Basil Bisque
BONUS: CSI-Appleton - Harvest Pork with Sauerkraut
& Cranberries
Time: Noon to 4:00 p.m.
Date: Saturday, October 17th
Place to be: Downtown Appleton on College Ave.
Cost: $10 per person
Tickets contain a map or click here to download a map.
Visit at least 6 businesses, vote for your favorite soup and you'll be entered to win a $25 Downtown Appleton Gift Certificate. Vote for your favorite soup at participating retailers (look for posters & listed below).
Below is a list of participating retailers who will accept your donations and votes. Some also are offering specials* for canned goods donations Oct. 10-17:
Avenue Jewelers, 303 E. College Ave
The Bead Garden, 227 E. College Ave
Dance!, 225 E. College Ave - donate 2 cans for 20% off
one item!
Studio 213, 213 E. College Ave
Gabriel Furniture, 201 E. College Ave - Donate &
receive 50% off the original price of any accessory!
Just Act Natural, 129 E. College Ave - donate 2 cans
for 25% off reg. price of one item. (1 per visit)!
The Rug Company, 127 E. College Ave - donate 3 cans
for 5% off or 6 cans for 10% off every day priced
rug padding!
Downtown Designs, 119 E. College Ave - donate 5 non-
perishable food items for 30% off one item!
Lillian's, 115 E. College Ave - donate 2 cans & receive
a gift!
Vagabond Imports, 113 E. College Ave - donate 2 cans
for 10% off entire purchase!
BellyBeans, 103 E. College Ave - Receive 20% off
entire purchase with donation of one child's coat!
Murray Photo, 10 College Ave
Joseph's Shoes, 10 College Ave - Donate & receive
20% off non-restricted brands!
In Times Past, 10 College Ave - $5 off a $25 purchase
for each donation!
Angels Forever-Windows of Light, 310 W. College Ave -
for each food item receive 10% off one item!
Pages & Pipes, 322 W. College Ave
Corner Shoppe, 333 W. College Ave (inside Radisson)
Globally Sound, 604 W. College Ave - 10% off one
item per can of food donated!
*Some exclusions may appy, see individual store for details.