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This Indiana Bakery Is Known For Cinnamon Rolls That Have Become A Small-Town Tradition

A family bakery closed in 2001, its old building came down in 2010, and a grandson brought it back about twenty years later. That alone made me sit up. Bakeries don’t usually get second acts like that. The trial run drew lines out the door. Pastries sold out fast.

Alexandria, IN · 1d
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Bloomington restaurants, bakeries, shops offer Thanksgiving fare

It's not yet mid-November, but Thanksgiving is fast approaching. For restaurants, bakeries, grocers and catering businesses that means it’s time to prepare items and meals for their customers. Here’s a listing of many of the options available in the Bloomington area for people looking for a special addition to their Thanksgiving meal or a whole meal. Brick House Bakery and Piccoli Dolci Brick House Bakery and Piccoli Dolci have a special collaboration for Thanksgiving this year. Combining the Brick House expertise on breads and yeasted doughs with Piccoli Dolci's experience with Italian and European foods has resulted in three dishes available for the holidays. A savory option is the French onion panade, with hand-crafted bread layered with caramelized onions and Gruyere-Emmental cheese melded with veggie stock. Focaccia rustica is a savory pie of focaccia dough filled with ricotta and spinach, Recla Speck and Italian crescenza cheese. A vegetarian option will be available. Stella is a star-shaped vanilla brioche layered with an orange-cardamon filling and finished with pearl sugar. Orders must be received by Nov. 21 at www.piccolidolci.net , info@piccolidolci.net, www.brick-house-bakery.com or brickhouse.1865@gmail.com. Orders can be picked up 2-6 p.m. Nov. 25 at 223 Pete Ellis Drive, Suite 27. Samples will

Bloomington, IN · 1d

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This Hidden Indiana Storefront Serves Up True Authentic Polish Cuisine You Outright Cannot Find Anywhere Else In The State

The best way to discover Polish food may be to stop treating it like a special occasion. This Indiana storefront makes that easy, serving pierogi, kielbasa, cabbage rolls, and comforting soups in a setting where family recipes matter more than elaborate presentation. Gosia grew up eating this food, and that...

Sheridan, IN · 2d
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Indianapolis Pizza Week returns with $11 specialty pizzas at restaurants

INDIANAPOLIS — Pizza lovers can explore creative flavors and support local restaurants as Indianapolis Pizza Week returns through Nov. 15. The annual event features $11 specialty pizzas at more than 20 participating restaurants across central Indiana, giving diners seven days to try unique combinations beyond traditional toppings. Tyler Murphy of Byrne’s Grilled Pizza discussed the […]

Indianapolis, IN · 17h

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New alcohol permits offer cheaper option in Bloomington

Downtown Bloomington businesses can apply for new three-way alcohol permits that cost $25,000 and allow restaurants to serve beer, wine and liquor. Applications are open through Nov. 30, according to a community announcement. The new permits are intended to give locally owned restaurants a less expensive option than traditional alcohol permits, which have reached $250,000 under Indiana's quota system, according to the announcement. Businesses can apply at bton.in/civic . Ordinance 2026-18, approved by the Bloomington City Council, made additional permits available through two eligible state programs: the Downtown Redevelopment District and Courthouse Square Historic District. Unlike traditional permits, the new district permits cannot be sold or transferred. A permit must be returned to the state when it is no longer being used. The $25,000 fee is set by the state. How Bloomington's alcohol permit process will work The application period runs from Nov. 6 through Nov. 30. City staff will first review applications for eligibility before a committee reviews them. Staff will then make recommendations to the Common Council, which will review applications and recommend permits to the Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission. Applicants who receive a Common Council recommendation must complete a second application process directly with the state

Bloomington, IN · 1d

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Here’s where to get your grub on during Indianapolis Pizza Week

INDIANAPOLIS — This week is for the foodies in the Indy area: Indianapolis Pizza Week is returning across central Indiana. Organizers say more than 20 restaurants are serving specialty pizzas for just $11 Monday through Nov. 15. Some of those eateries include Goodfellas, Byrne’s Grilled Pizza, Bazbeaux, and more. Pizza lovers can try a variety […]

Indianapolis, IN · 1d

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Sakura Japanese Restaurant draws final crowds, immense support before closing after 40 years

INDIANAPOLIS — Sakura Japanese Restaurant has served Indianapolis’ north side for decades. After announcing it will close Nov. 13, with its final service scheduled for Nov. 12, the restaurant is drawing an outpouring of support. About 30 minutes before the restaurant opened Sunday evening, a line of nearly 40 people stretched from the front of […]

Indianapolis, IN · 1d

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Hoosiers Have Been Driving To Bonge’s Tavern In Perkinsville For Perkinsville Pork Since The 1930s

Some dinners start with a menu. This one starts with a long country drive, a gravel parking lot, and a group of strangers setting up folding chairs like it is game day. In the farm country near Perkinsville, Indiana, a modest building has been pulling Hoosiers off the highway since the 1930s. People book tables weeks ahead, show up early on purpose, and still talk about the meal on the ride home.

Indiana · 1d

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Baggerstown brings 18 cornhole courts, bourbon bar to Noblesville

Explore local food, entertainment, lifestyle tips and the people and places that make Indiana special. A new entertainment destination is opening its doors in Noblesville just in time for holiday gatherings. Baggerstown, located off State Road 37 at Town & Country Boulevard, will launch Nov. 25, the day before Thanksgiving,...

Noblesville, IN · 16h

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The Smoking Pastor Project serves up championship barbecue with a mission to give back

INDIANAPOLIS– A passion for barbecue is helping one Central Indiana nonprofit make a difference, one meal at a time. Jordan Davis, founder and CEO of The Smoking Pastor Project, is using his love of barbecue to provide high-quality meals to people in need while bringing attention to the power of community outreach. The Central Indiana-based […]

Indianapolis, IN · 22h

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West Fork Social House in Fountain Square announces it will close Nov. 14

INDIANAPOLIS — West Fork Social House in Indianapolis’ Fountain Square neighborhood will close Nov. 14, the business said Saturday in an Instagram post. The bar said its final day will be Saturday, Nov. 14. The post described the decision as difficult and said the owners were grateful for the friendships, shared drinks and community built […]

Indianapolis, IN · 1d

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Chef Spotlight on Chef Cindy Hawkins of Circle City Sweets

Cindy Hawkins got her start in 2006, whipping up scratch-made pastries and selling them at local spots like the Carmel Farmers Market. What started as a local market stall quickly grew into one of central Indiana’s favorite sweet spots. Today, you can find Circle City Sweets inside The AMP at 16 Tech in Indy, where she serves up everything from delicate French macarons and flaky croissants to gorgeous custom desserts. Cindy’s taking her talents to the main stage this October as she steps back into the spotlight to battle top culinary pros at the 2026 World Food Championships. When Cindy isn’t competing in world food competitions or running her bustling bakery, she loves sharing her passion with aspiring bakers as a baking and pastry arts instructor at Ivy Tech Community College.

Indianapolis, IN · 1d

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Turchetti’s Meats offers locally crafted meats and holiday gifting options

INDIANAPOLIS — The holiday season is a time for gathering around the table, sharing good food and finding thoughtful gifts for friends, family and colleagues. Turchetti’s Meats is helping make the season easier with fresh Thanksgiving turkeys, handcrafted salami and customizable holiday gift boxes. Founded by chef and butcher George Turkette, Turchetti’s Meats is on […]

Indianapolis, IN · 22h

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Vino Mobile Bar prepares for holiday sip and shop benefiting Indiana Mustangs

INDIANAPOLIS— Holiday shopping, wine and community support are coming together for an upcoming Holiday Sip n Shop hosted by Vino Mobile Bar. Melissa Libs, owner of Vino Mobile Bar, and Jenn Kampmeier are highlighting the event, which will feature a variety of vendors offering items for holiday shoppers. Proceeds from the vendor market will benefit […]

Indiana · 22h

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Schimpff's Confectionery Owners Honored with State's Highest Tourism Award

Jill and Warren Schimpff, 4th-generation owners of Schimpff's Confectionery in Jeffersonville, were honored as the 2026 recipients of the Will Koch Indiana Tourism Leadership Award. “The Schimpff family’s remarkable longevity in business shows how dedication, craftsmanship, and community commitment can build something that lasts for generations,” said Gov. Braun. "Today...

Jeffersonville, IN · 1d

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The Absolute Best Chicken Sandwich in Indianapolis

With a passion for food that rivals my love for the Colts, I’ve embarked on a mouthwatering adventure through Indianapolis, sampling the city’s most talked-about chicken sandwiches. After tasting my way through 12 top locations, I can confidently say that I’ve found some true gems that will make your taste buds dance.

Indianapolis, IN · 1d

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Walmart Was the Priciest Store 10 Weeks Running in a Fort Wayne Grocery Test That Hoosiers Should See

If Walmart is your go-to because you figure it’s always the cheapest, a weekly price check in Fort Wayne might change your mind. They put the same groceries through each store’s checkout every week, and the results shifted from one year to the next. Here’s how the Fort...

Fort Wayne, IN · 1d

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This Family-Owned Indianapolis BBQ Institution Has Kept Indiana Locals Coming Back For Ribs Since 1952

Some restaurants chase trends. Others simply keep the doors open, the pits busy, and the ribs coming for more than seven decades. On the west side of Indianapolis, one modest building has been doing exactly that since 1952, long before most of today’s customers were born. Families who came here as kids now bring their own children, and folks who moved across the country make it their first stop when they land back home.

Indianapolis, IN · 10d

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Skip The Chains And Grab A Coney At These 4 Old Indiana Hot Dog Counters

Indiana has a coney dog habit, and it runs deeper than most people realize. In Fort Wayne and Kokomo, small independent counters have been ladling meat sauce over hot dogs for generations, long before drive-thru menus took over every highway exit. These spots are simple, cheap, and proudly local. Some...

Fort Wayne, IN · 3d

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This Humble Roadside Stop In Indiana Serves Up The Best Fried Fish You’ll Ever Taste

There’s a place in Newburgh, Indiana where the fried fish is so good, it makes you question every life decision that kept you from finding it sooner. Tin Fish is that place, and once you eat there, the world starts to look a little different. Now, before you scroll...

Newburgh, IN · 14d