Surrounded by miles of cornfields, soybeans and vegetable farms, the small city of Frankfort, the county seat of Clinton County, offers locals and visitors alike a tasty stop full of agriculture, changing demographics, a tiny bit of Hollywood history and a variety of...
Dining diversity abounds in Bloomington
Bloomington, located in the southern part of the state, sits on rolling, verdant hills that burst with color in the fall, showing off its year-round scenic setting. It is home to Indiana University's flagship campus, which has an enrollment of almost 49,000 and...
History, comedy and culinary discoveries abound in Vincennes
Along the eastern banks of the lower Wabash River, a natural border between the states of Indiana and Illinois, sits the historic town of Vincennes. With a population just under 17,000, the community offers a cultural wallop as the birthplace to entertainer Red...
Enjoy ice cream, onion rings, history and more in Shelbyville
Shelbyville, known more for pristine farmland than as a food destination, offers delicious surprises while providing a healthy dose of Hoosier history. Situated where the Big Blue and Little Blue rivers converged, the town has the distinction of being the one-time...
Greencastle offers regional charm and diverse dining
Greencastle, a quaint town in Putnam County with a population of just under 10,000 and home to DePauw University, is a hidden gem for food enthusiasts. Its dining scene is a delightful blend of regional charm and diverse culinary experiences. While students might opt...
Whimsy and history coincide in walkable New Albany
Culinary Crossroads is heading back to the New Albany area for our third On the Road dinner in Southern Indiana. The May 21 collaborative chef dinner takes place at Huber Winery’s Plantation Hall and features three of Southern Indiana’s top chefs: Logan Hostettler of...
Find small-town charm and an array of dining options in Zionsville
The charming and walkable Zionsville, located a hop over the Boone County line from Indianapolis, offers a small-town appeal that extends to its growing and diverse food scene. With a brick-paved Main Street cutting through the village and a population of just over...
Columbus satisfies a taste for design and dining
Known for masterworks of modern architecture and public art, Columbus, Ind., offers a food scene that reflects its evolving history. From a century-old ice cream parlor to bars and upscale dining establishments, there's something for everyone in the Bartholomew County...
Diverse flavors and a taste of nostalgia in Lafayette and West Lafayette
Founded in 1825, Lafayette, Ind., and the neighboring community of West Lafayette, situated across the Wabash River and home to Purdue University and Cook Biotech, stand as an educational and pharmaceutical hub. In other words, it’s an area where various cultures and...
Discovering food history and delicious dining in Terre Haute
When it comes to culinary destinations, Terre Haute might not come to mind. But when considering great food locations, this city of more than 60,0000 has a surprising history. Once known as Sin City for its bordellos, casinos and a "red-light district" catering...
Find plenty of food, music and outdoor fun in Plainfield
Situated about 15 minutes west of the Indianapolis International Airport, the Hendricks County town of Plainfield is sure to see more visitors than usual this year as a newly expanded water park makes a splash and a 600-seat entertainment center opens its doors. And...
Find handmade artisan chocolates and pastries in Union City
Though it may seem an unlikely location, one of the nation's premier award-winning chocolatiers can be found in Union City, a community of about 3,500 that sits on the Indiana and Ohio state line. It's a strange pairing, a high-end candy shop in a rural community with...
Anderson offers history, art and famous “onionburgers”
Located approximately 40 minutes northeast of Indianapolis, Anderson, Ind., the county seat of Madison County, offers a unique blend of Midwest history, cultural experiences and, of course, tasty eats.The city, which has a population of 55,800, offers several historic...
Explore the food and nightlife of Indy’s Fountain Square neighborhood
Fountain Square, the neighborhood situated just south of downtown Indy, began as one of the city's first commercial districts during the late 19th century. Its name comes from the point where three roads converge at two 150-year-old-plus water features. Today, while...
Sample award-winning rye whiskey at Indiana’s Hard Truth Distilling
Updated For its 2023 Spirits Awards, Men’s Journal magazine recently ranked an Indiana craft distillery among its top picks. Spirits writer Jonah Flicker listed his top 16 rye whiskeys for the magazine, and Indiana’s Hard Truth Distilling made the cut. The Hard Truth...