Red or white? Cabernet or Chardonnay? What pairs well with fish, or chocolate, or beef tartare? In a world where billions of bottles are sold each year, we’re in desperate need of experts to guide us to the best fermented grapes out there. Luckily, help is just a click away. Meet Jan Bugher, sommelier and READ MORE
2021
Inspired Living – Indy Maven’s hidden gem patio hangouts
The desire to get out and get a drink with a group of friends is likely never stronger than it is these days. There are likely plenty of hangout spots in and around Indianapolis you may not know about. READ MORE
The 36 Essential Indianapolis Restaurants
Where to find gooey melt sandwiches, fluffy chapati, handmade pasta, and chili-cheese etouffee in Indy, the Midwest’s culinary crossroads READ MORE
2020
Love Handle, Patachou, Bluebeard and Beholder are in the running for James Beard Awards
Indianapolis’ reputation as one of the best places for chain restaurant experiences may be firmly over. The James Beard Awards, the Oscars of the food world, has not only recognized Bluebeard, Love Handle and the Patachou restaurant group READ MORE
Indy Representatives Named James Beard Semifinalists
Four Hoosier foodies have landed a spot as semifinalists for the 2020 Restaurant and Chef Awards from the James Beard Foundation in New York. Martha Hoover of Patachou Inc. and Abbi Merriss of Bluebeard are each receiving recognition alongside restaurants Beholder and Love Handle, which have been honored in their respective categories. READ MORE
2019
36 Hours in Indianapolis
Even with a new and improved Kurt Vonnegut museum and a slew of recently opened restaurants, bars and galleries, this Midwestern city is still true to its roots: short on pretension and very affordable. READ MORE
Indy’s Top 25 Local Restaurants
“Indy’s food scene is flourishing, and the nation is starting to take notice. One of “America’s best places to go and eat in 2019″ according to Food & Wine Magazine, there are a lot of delicious dining options in Indy. But we want you to try the best of the best, so we asked locals READ MORE
Best Food City in Every US State
“Pawnee might have waffles on lock, but Indianapolis’ resume is simply too stacked for any competition, fictional or not.” READ MORE
2018
Best of Indy 2018: Food + Drink
This year, it was Abbi Merriss who captured the largest number of votes as Best Local Chef for her work at Bluebeard—with the restaurant named Best Local Restaurant and honorable mentions in Best Upscale Dining, Romantic Dining, and Service. READ MORE