Article: Beyond the brew: Milwaukee-area merchandisers are targeting their varied shopper bases with traditional and cutting-edge meat and deli offerings.

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There is much more to Milwaukee's food scene than the popular beer and brats. With a population of more than 1.5 million, the Milwaukee metropolitan area is home to a diverse range of demographic and ethnic groups--who have a mix of meat and deli preferences.

Situated about 90 miles north of Chicago on the shores of Lake Michigan, Milwaukee's population consists of approximately 1.2 million whites, 252,628 blacks, 126,862 Hispanic/Latinos, and 40,428 Asians.

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The metro area in 2007 had a median household income of $51,999.

Approximately 88 percent of residents age 25 and over are ...

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