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MAY 17

Perillo's Pizzeria: Enjoy A Taste of Italy In This Small Town West Of Indy

By Carrie Steinweg
Are you craving a taste of Italy without the passport stamp? Perillo’s Pizzeria got you covered. On a recent visit to Indianapolis, I spent a day in Hendricks County and as we made our way home I decided to squeeze... Read more
JAN 18

Explore the Hoosier Pie Trail From Pie Day-to-Pi Day to Win Prizes

By Visit Indiana
Be a Pie-oneer! Blaze the Hoosier Pie Trail™ from ‘Pie Day-to-Pi Day’ with the Indiana Culinary Trails Passport! Visit Indiana and the Indiana Foodways Alliance are teaming up to tempt your tastebuds with the Indiana Culinary Trails Passport. From Jan. 23... Read more
OCT 18

You'll Be Wowed by This Fine Dining Eatery in South Bend's East Bank

By Carrie Steinweg
On a short getaway recently to the South Bend area, we were getting ready to head home and decided to have one last meal before leaving town. It was storming on and off that day, and we figured rather than... Read more
AUG 27

5 Reasons Why Schnitzelbank is a Foodie Destination

By Visit Indiana
Did you know you can experience Germany in southern Indiana? The Schnitzelbank, an authentic German restaurant in Jasper, is the destination for food, drink, and good cheer. Get wrapped in Deutschland with incredible food, history, beer, and more. Below, you’ll... Read more
JUL 23

Enjoy Worldly Flavors & a Huge Wine Selection at This Granger Eatery

By Carrie Steinweg
We recently discovered a new(er) restaurant near South Bend that bursts with worldly flavors and charm. From a large wine selection to delicious food, you need to add a stop to this eatery in Granger to your next trip to... Read more
JUL 13

Holy Cannoli! This Italian Bakery in South Bend is Simply Incredible

By Carrie Steinweg
Whenever I make a road trip, I seek out a place for some sweet treats to bring something home for the family members who didn’t travel with us and for a little indulgence for the ride home. We’ve worked in... Read more
NOV 24

These 9 Places Offer Amazing Pizza in Northwest Indiana

By Carrie Steinweg
It’s hard to find a person who doesn’t like pizza. What’s not to love? You’ve got a layer of fresh dough dripping with zesty sauce, topped with a pool of gooey cheese and dressed with meats and veggies or whatever... Read more
OCT 9

Get a Taste of New Orleans in Northern Indiana at this Festive Cafe

By Carrie Steinweg
Years ago, I stumbled across this lovely little cafe in South Bend, where you feel like you’re stepping into a celebration in N’Awlins. The smell of cajun spices and beignets greet you as you walk into the brightly and eclectically-decorated... Read more
APR 24

Breaded Pork Tenderloin Recipe: Fry The Famous Indiana Sandwich In Your Own Kitchen

By Visit Indiana
Indiana’s most famous contribution to American cuisine is arguably the breaded pork tenderloin. The COVID-19 pandemic has given many of us a chance to put our cooking skills to use. Visitors from all around the world love and appreciate Indiana’s breaded... Read more
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