For many Indianapolis residents, summer means fresh produce at the height of flavor, available directly to consumers through Indy farmers’ markets. Although you won’t find corn or tomatoes at stands during the winter months, the Broad Ripple Winter Farmers Market offers plenty of opportunities for…
Read MoreEveryone loves chocolate, especially during the holidays. But unfortunately, not everyone can enjoy this sweet treat due to food allergies. This new chocolate tasting room in Indy has chocolates for even the most stringent of dietary restrictions. When Matt Rubin’s wife was diagnosed with a milk…
Read MoreIndiana’s natural beauty has a richness recorded by painters, photographers, poets and songwriters. Wind into the hills of Brown County and you’ll find a true national treasure – the T.C. Steele State Historic Site. Paintings on giant easels along the road announce you’re getting close. The…
Read MoreSculpture Trails Outdoor Museum is nestled in the woods south of Spencer in Greene County. Easy, well-marked trails guide visitors through over 150 sculptures strategically placed to compliment both the artwork and the setting. Visitors to the trails will discover sculptures nestled into hillsides…
Read MoreMy family has a lot of holiday traditions, like enjoying at least one holiday concert or show together. If you’re looking to make some memories and enjoy some holiday fun, here are the Top 10 Holiday Experiences Just South of Indy. They can all be found on the Festival Country Indiana website. 1…
Read MoreThe nice weather that's lasts well into autumn means that I've been outside enjoying long walks and bike rides. But soon my family and I will be checking out some of the craft fairs and other local, unique holiday shopping experiences in advance of the holiday season. Here are my five can't-miss…
Read MoreAntique Alley A cultural renaissance is underway in Richmond and Wayne County. Artists and artisans, chefs and confectioners, antique dealers and historians all work together to make Wayne County a destination for those interested in spending a weekend with the arts, history, and proper Hoosier…
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Inside the Tap Room For a while now, I've wanted to visit Great Crescent Brewery in Aurora. Not just for the artisan crafted beer but to try their food - all housemade including the Canadian bacon & corned beef! I called my trusty sidekick, Martha. Even though she's a diehard wine lover, she…
Read MoreValentine’s Day is right around the corner and candy and/or chocolate shops around the state are gearing up for the big day, and they produce amazing chocolates and treats all year round. The Indiana Office of Tourism Development has 10 sweet spots to make that special someone know how much you…
Read MoreEven though cooking, baking and eating are some of my favorite pastimes, I have to admit (reluctantly) there are some things I'm too lazy to make and someone else makes better. Here are four of my favorite food products that are made in Madison and better than mine. Madison Historic District Thomas…
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