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South Bend Tribune
Sampling and live shows planned at Indiana Mac and Cheese Fest
SOUTH BEND — A festival celebrating macaroni and cheese will come to South Bend this summer. The Indiana Mac and Cheese Festival is scheduled from 5 to 10 p.m. May 23 at Four Winds Field , according to a press release. The event is organized by Outlier Events . This marks the festival’s first appearance in South Bend. Attendees can sample mac and cheese The festival will feature a variety of gourmet macaroni and cheese dishes from vendors across the state. Attendees can also enjoy craft beers, ciders, seltzers and non-alcoholic beverages. “We are thrilled to finally bring the Mac & Cheese Festival to South Bend,” said Madison Kihm of Outlier Events, according to the release. “This city has an incredible food scene and a community that knows how to have a good time. Four Winds Field is the perfect setting for what we expect to be a historic first year”. Live music, kids' activities planned The event will include live music from Whiskey Friends, a Morgan Wallen tribute band. Micro Mania wrestling, yard games, a DJ and a Kids Zone with inflatables. All tickets include food and drink sampling tokens, a branded lanyard and a souvenir sampling cup. Platinum
Times-Union Newspaper
Request For Alcohol License In Mentone Tabled For ‘Further Investigation’
Not only was it unclear if the location where Robert T. Carter wants to establish a bar in Mentone even qualifies, but his past history with escrowing permits and remonstrating against others seeking alcohol licenses in the town led the Kosciusko County Alcohol Tobacco Commission to table his application Thursday until their April 2 meeting for “further investigation.”
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Movies and TV shows casting in South Bend
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures attention starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey.
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Popular New Buffalo burger restaurant opens for the season
NEW BUFFALO, MI (WSBT) — A local tradition is back for another season as Redamak's in New Buffalo held its 51st opening day on Thursday. Dozens of hungry customers some from as far as Grand Rapids, waited in damp weather for the doors to open at noon with most planning to get a famous Redamak burger.
everafterinthewoods.com
This Indiana Amish Buffet Is A Comfort Food Paradise Worth Traveling For
Forget everything you thought you knew about buffets. In Indiana, I stumbled into a wonderland of Amish cooking that didn’t just fill your plate. It hugged your soul. Golden cornbread straight from the oven, mashed potatoes whipped to cloud-level fluffiness, and gravy that could probably convince a skeptic to rethink life choices. Each dish felt like it had been simmering with intention, patience, and a quiet sort of magic that only happens when someone truly loves food.
WNDU
Sweet G’s Ice Cream in Nappanee adding donuts to the menu
NAPPANEE, Ind. (WNDU) - Sweet G’s, known for its ice cream, is expanding its menu with fresh donuts beginning Saturday. The donuts will be available from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the shop located at 110 S. Main Street in Nappanee. Customers can build their own donut by...
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Full metal concert coming to Four Winds Field
SOUTH BEND, IN (WSBT) — Metal heads be ready! June 7th will thrash your world at Four Winds Field. Killswitch Engage will headline a full metal concert at Four Winds Field. Joining Killswitch Engage will be Machine head, Iron Reagan, and Havok. The doors will open at 5 p.m....
Tallahassee Democrat
Barnaby's frozen pizza returns to Tallahassee doorsteps
MLive
Demolition begins on historic downtown Kalamazoo bar
KALAMAZOO, MI –– Harvey’s on the Mall was halved on Wednesday, March 4, as the demolition process began. The demolition is set to take two to three weeks, according to Miller Davis Company VP Jack Abate. “We’re going to flatten it and put some sand back in...
WNDU
Hooters restaurant in Mishawaka abruptly closes
MISHAWAKA, Ind. (WNDU) - The Hooters restaurant on Day Road in Mishawaka abruptly closed its doors on Tuesday. Customers arriving for lunch found a note posted on the door announcing the closure, effective at the end of the day. The note states the decision was made as part of “efforts...
South Bend Tribune
Hop Station brings unique craft beers to Mishawaka bar scene
MISHAWAKA — Casey Stuber and his brother DJ once found themselves deep into the craft beer scene in the U.S. and spent their free time visiting different breweries to try unique beers with different hops, fruits and fermenting. “The atmosphere they had, everybody was always chill and relaxed [and they] had great food. It was just more of us,” Stuber says. “We just liked the vibe over a normal corner bar.” Growing up in Edwardsburg, Stuber and his family visited Mishawaka often, so it felt natural that when he and his brother decided to open a bar with a focus on craft beer, it would exist in Mishawaka. Hop Station came to fruition after the opportunity to acquire their current building at 318 Union St. arose. Since opening in 2019, the “punk rock”-adjacent bar has introduced over 200 beers to customers while still selling well-loved domestic options as well, Stuber says. Neon signs of local and nationwide breweries light up the bar that is filled with "Star Wars" memorabilia from Stuber and his brother’s childhood. Whether a customer walks in as a beer enjoyer or beer hater, Stuber says he is confident Hop Station has something for everyone. “I will
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Bendix Woods’ annual Sugar Camp Days festival returns this weekend
Bendix Woods County Park in New Carlisle is hosting its annual Sugar Camp Days festival March 14 and 15, celebrating maple syrup season. Guests can tour the Sugar Bush to see sap harvested and visit the Sugar House to learn how it becomes syrup. The New Carlisle Lions Club will...
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Mishawaka Hooters restaurant to close
MISHAWAKA, IN (WSBT) — A well-known Mishawaka restaurant is closing its doors. Hooters posted a sign stating they will close at the end of business on March 3rd. The restaurant is located on Day Road between Main Street and Grape Road. Hooters originally opened in 2003. They closed in...
WNDU
Notre Dame & Saint Mary Observer
Snite plans fall reopening after art exodus
Students at the University of Notre Dame entering O’Shaughnessy Hall might wonder what is occurring in the building next door — formerly the Snite Museum of Art. The building has been closed to the public since spring 2023, when it transitioned to a new role and name as the Snite Research Center in the Visual Arts.
WNDU
Frankie’s BBQ in South Bend
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - When a restaurant survives nearly six decades in a changing neighborhood, it’s more than just good food keeping customers coming back. It’s community, resilience, and a secret sauce that no one can replicate. Frankie’s BBQ, located on West Washington Street near Circle Avenue,...
indianainsider.org
Northwest's Best Bakery [Updated 2026]
Join our Indiana Insider newsletter and get our 48-hour insider itinerary to the top hidden spots in Indianapolis. With a sweet tooth that’s practically an Olympic sport and countless afternoons spent hopping from one delightful bakery to another, I’ve tasted my way through 12 of the top spots in Northwest Indiana. Each bite tells a story, whether it's the first warm croissant of the day or a slice of cake that transports you back to childhood celebrations.