Relish trays, brandy old fashioneds, fish fries, and prime rib, heavy doses of Midwest nostalgia are served up every night at the Badger State's diverse and beloved supper clubs. A supper club is a brandy old-fashioned at the bar, a relish tray to welcome you, an ice cream drink to finish your meal and a doggie bag to take home the delicious leftovers. Loyalty to a favorite ...

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Chicago Tribune: Prime rib, a relish tray β€” it must be a supper club Prime rib, a relish tray β€” it must be a supper club One of my favorite Southern entertaining traditions is the relish tray. Never heard of it? It’s an assortment of raw and pickled vegetables typically served before a meal to perk up your appetite ... Menu items to include prime rib, grilled cheese, a relish tray and "The Bobber" cocktail.

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Once upon a time, before baby carrots and hummus and even before spinach dip, we had the relish tray. This bright harbinger of good times was a feature at every really good social event, on a ... This article originally ran in 2022. It was updated in October of 2025. What makes a supper club a supper club?

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Killer steaks? Relish trays? Impeccable service? The ability to mix a mean Brandy Old ...