Indiana Insider Blog

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to soar majestically through the sky like a bald eagle? If so, you’re in luck! Indiana is home to many scenic zip lines that provide thrilling experiences for visitors of all... Read more

Mooresville is more than just home to the Indiana state flag. This Morgan County town is a vibrant place to stop for a meal – from Cajun to homestyle green beans to sushi! Gather with friends at one of... Read more

The real magic of New Orleans doesn’t come from Bourbon Street. That obnoxious thoroughfare is a Roman carnival of aggressive, pan-handling hucksters who cut you off mid-stride to the left and cheap novelty shops hawking junk souvenirs or lewd pornography... Read more

Bees. Most people are scared of them, but they do produce one of our most nutritious foods – honey. My daughter and I had the privilege of visiting and touring a local honey farm a few weeks ago – Hunter’s... Read more

Since 1944 Gray Brothers Cafeteria, located just eight miles south of 465, has been serving home cooked meals and dessert (I recommend the peach cobbler, but we’ll get into that later!). My husband has ranted and raved about this place... Read more

My husband is from Mooresville (just southwest of Indy) and my in-laws rave about Zydeco’s Cajun Restaurant. They go there quite frequently and while I had been there years ago, I was able to visit again just last weekend and... Read more

Day 1, Morgan County It’s Friday evening, I’m sitting in Zydeco’s Cajun restaurant in Mooresville, Indiana. I’ve got a beer on the table, and New Orleans gospel music blowing in my right ear. I’m on a Hendricks County travel writing... Read more

Whether you want to spend a few hours, a day or an entire weekend, the Rural Routes to Main Street Cultural Trail in Hendricks County can fit any itinerary.

If you’re a loyal reader of the Indiana Insider, then you’ve likely read all about the Super 46 competition for the best Hoosier sandwich. I’ve had lots of fun reading about all the great sandwiches you can get around the... Read more