Doughnuts & Drafts (& Coffee)

Newburgh – Myriad’s Newburgh taproom hosts this event featuring Parlor Doughnuts, a house-brewed coffee stout on tap and regular draft menu; Myriad Coffee House will be open as well.

Latte Making Challenge

South Bend – Particiants will work in professionally guided teams to customize their own latte creation. Winning latte to be featured on the South Bend Chicory Cafe menu for a limited time.

Chilly Cookoff

Bloomington – Kick off Freezefest and fight off the chilly winter weather with a chili cook-off featuring chefs from the community; sample and vote for the People's Choice Award or enter your own. ​

Winter Wine Tasting

Fort Wayne – Arbor, the restaurant at The Bradley hotel in downtown Fort Wayne, hosts this tasting, featuring a variety of wines; light snacks included. 21+

Savor the Garage

Indianapolis – The Garage food hall in downtown Indy hosts this tasting event celebrating its third anniversary with vendors offering small plates for $5 each; regular menus available as well.

Shipshewana Ice Festival & Chili Cookoff

Shipshewana -- Ice carvers will be drilling and shaving blocks of ice all over town; wing sauce competition 4-7pm Friday and Chili Cookoff 11am Saturday.

South Bend Brewfest

South Bend – The Brewfest returns with 85 varieties of beers to sample; VIP, general admission and designated driver tickets available.

Brewery Tour

Crown Point – Take a tour behind the scenes at Off Square Brewing led by one of the brewers. Tour includes a collector’s glass, a flight of three 9-ounce pours and Q & A session.

Cooking for a Cause

Franklin – Experience delicious dishes prepared by chef teams; tips and donations determine Top Chef Team. Hosted by the Give Back Gals, event supports Habitat for Humanity and other local causes.

Plant-Based Cooking Class

Carmel – A Cut Above Catering hosts this hands-on class where attendees will cook alongside chef Amy von Eiff to create a three-course meal; take-home recipe packet included.

Wine Tasting Train

French Lick – Enjoy wine and food pairings on this French Lick Scenic Railway excursion through the rolling hills of Southern Indiana. 21+

Books and Beer

Evansville – Books and Beer is back. Haynie's Corner Brewing Company hosts the first meeting of 2024 with the Book Eaters by Sunyi Dean; grab a copy and enjoy a beer and conversation.