Madison grilled cheese gets tasty marks

A seemingly endless winter calls for some comfort food.

Grilled cheese fits that bill, and for an extra tasty version head to The Old Fashioned in Madison. Thrillist named the restaurant’s version one of the 21 best grilled cheeses in America.

The website’s Jeremy Glass called the sandwich — made with Wisconsin cheddar, Swiss, bell peppers and bacon — “one of the best grilled cheeses I’ve ever laid my greasy lips on.”

Madison isn’t just a great place for grilled cheese — it’s also a great place to live, according to U.S. News & World Report.

The publication looked at the country’s 100 most populous cities to create its list of the best places to live, and the state capital came in at No. 24.

Madison received high marks for its job market and quality of life.

The publication also factored in the value of a city, the quality of life, desirability and net migration. Denver was named the country’s best place to live, while Milwaukee ranked No. 72 on the list.

With Madison being such a great place to live, it’s no surprise the city ranked high on a list of the country’s best state capitals.

WalletHub ranked state capitals based on affordability, a strong economy, quality of life and education standards.

Madison was fourth on the list and ranked first in education and health, with 55% of its residents holding at least a bachelor’s degree, the highest for a state capital.

If you’re looking for a secluded getaway, try the Meadow House in Richland Center.

Even though it’s just over an hour west of Madison, the rental house made Men’s Journal’s list of 20 insanely remote vacations.

The glass-encased home offers 360-degree views of the surrounding valley and is part of Candlewood Cabins, which includes three other properties in the area. Good luck getting a reservation, though: the picturesque properties are often booked up to a year in advance.