Just in time for Valentine's Day: The 'blind date cookie' and its Milwaukee connection
From Bubbler Talk by WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR
February 13, 2026 · 5 min
About this episode
The episode explores the origins of the blind date cookie and its connection to Milwaukee.
The blind date cookie has been around for centuries. A Bubbler Talk listener wanted to learn how the sweet's origins are connected to Milwaukee.
Topics covered
- Valentine's Day
- cookies
- Milwaukee
Keywords
- blind date cookie
- history
- Milwaukee connection
Mentioned in this episode
Products: blind date cookie
Places: Milwaukee
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