We’ve probably all been to a place where the food was terrific, but the atmosphere may have been lacking - or to a place where the surroundings were stunning, but the food left something to be desired. It’s a treat to see a site that checks off both boxes. Tippecanoe Place in South Bend would be one…
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I’ve been to a handful of beautiful, historic theatres around the Midwest, but I’d never been in one like this. The Paramount Theatre in Anderson dates back to the late 1920s - an era of silent movies and vaudeville shows. Like many theatres of its time, it was very decorative and had a massive pipe…
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I just love spending time in a small town and discovering a gem that I want to tell everyone about. That happened when we paid a visit to the Old Colonial Inn in downtown Kentland, just across the street from the Newton County Courthouse. We had plans to visit to celebrate my husband's birthday and…
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Located between Indianapolis and Fort Wayne, along with I-69 in Grant County with a population of around 70,000. It’s a great area for a little weekend getaway with lots to see and do. Here’s a sampling of ten things to enjoy when spending time in Grant County. Bad Dad Brewing Located in Fairmount…
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Dating back to the early 1900s, the Hostess House is one of the most opulent homes in Marion. The mansion was designed by Samuel Plato, one of the first African-American architectural designers and building contractors. He was commissioned by J. Wood Wilson to build a stunning mansion for his…
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There are many trails throughout the state - food trails, history trails, art trails, beer trails, and trails dedicated to significant figures, groups, or events. But one trail that you surely won’t see anywhere else in the county is a trail dedicated to a beloved character created by an Indiana…
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In May, a new restaurant opened at the Pavilion at the Indiana Dunes State Park in Chesterton. The building has a unique design and was constructed in 1929 and 1930. It once contained a fine dining restaurant, but over the years it had been less used and became in need of significant repairs. A…
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The infamous fish and chips from Payne's. I'm a little obsessed with all things British including Fish and Chips. I have ancestors that came to the U.S. from the United Kingdom many decades ago, so that connection has inspired my interest. And I love following the royals. I remember rising from my…
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If you have ever been to a Hard Rock Casino, you know that it’s about much more than slot machines and poker tables. The brand brings with it a history of celebrating music and artists and the Hard Rock Casino that opened in Gary last year is definitely no exception. The casino sits not far from…
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In January, my son made his way down to Indianapolis for a historical re-enactment at Fort Harrison State Park. My husband and I went down to watch some of the action. For the past couple of years my son has been participating in World War II re-enactments and they’ve been really interesting to…
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