Napolese
If you have lived in Indy at all, I seriously hope you are familiar with Cafe Patachou. Known as a “student union for adults” there are five convenient locations around the city. I could go on and on about their Read more
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Roasted Red Pepper Bisque at Peppermill Cafe in Edinburgh, Indiana
You may be familiar with the ever-popular and bustling Edinburgh Outlet Mall in Edinburgh, Indiana–but did you know that just 8 minutes away lies an amazing dining option? Don’t worry! The mom and pop restaurant, Peppermill Cafe, is quaint and Read more
Homemade Root Beer, Tenderloins and an Old Style Drive In ….
Put them together and what do you get: Mug-n-Bun. A drive-in that has been in Indianapolis for over 50 years serving up great food. I can’t claim to have found this one on my own. One of my sisters (who Read more
Celebrate Pi Day at Corner Cup Cafe in Walkerton, Indiana
Could this small town diner be any more adorable? Corner Cup Cafe in Walkerton, Indiana is cute inside and out! Read more
Amish Acres
Northern Indiana is known as Amish Country and if you have ever traveled that way, you know why. From the shopping to the restaurants, and even passing horse-drawn buggies on the road, each and every experience has a touch of Read more
Richmond, Indiana — Now That’s Italian!
When I was a little girl, my family lived in Richmond, Indiana, where we belonged to St. Mary’s Church. I have a very clear memory of scores of Italian grandmothers descending on the school cafeteria to host Spaghetti Suppers. It Read more
Great Gourmet at Bonge’s Tavern
The menu may be short and sweet, but folks still line up at Bonge’s Tavern in Perkinsville, Indiana. Read more
The Beef House
Years ago my parents told us all about The Beef House. They loved it. They loved the steaks, the rolls, the salad bar … you get the picture. Now that I’m in Indy and they are in Central Illinois, it Read more
Mass Ave – Must Visit in Downtown Indy (#video)
Mass Ave is home to shopping, dining and entertainment. It makes for an excellent night on the town or an afternoon of shopping and eating. Read more
Wine is Good. Chocolate is good. Wine and Chocolate TOGETHER? (Yes, Please!)
Saying you’re not a chocolate lover is like saying you’re not a water lover, or an air lover. I mean, certain items are just necessary for survival. While Indiana is blessed with epic and creative chocolate artisans in all corners Read more
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