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.
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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.
LBC Winter Warmer
Lafayette – Join Lafayette Brewing Company for its 29th Annual Winter Warmer with big beers from some of Indiana’s finest small brewers; commemorative glass and chicken BBQ bar included.
Brunch Boards & Mimosas
Spencer – For a limited time, Owen Valley Winery is opening at 11am on Sundays to offer a tantalizing Brunch Board featuring an array of breakfast items, perfect for sharing over mimosas or coffee.