The 2nd annual Carmel Christkindlmarkt officially opens on Saturday, Nov. 17. After a successful first year in 2017, the market is back and better than before with a variety of new vendors. I attended the Media Preview night to check out the new layout, food, drinks, vendors and ice skating. "Christkindlmarkt" is the German term... Continue Reading →
Tinker Street: Fall Menu
I recently got the chance to stop by Tinker Street to enjoy dinner and sample their fall menu. I'm a big fan of restaurants that update and change their menus every so often, especially when they incorporate seasonal ingredients. Tinker Street is located downtown at the corner of 16th and New Jersey St. Their menu... Continue Reading →
Halloweekend Recap with DrinkAde – The Hangover Cure
If there's one thing we can all agree on, it's that we can't exactly drink like we did in college anymore. This is especially true for me- I'm typically in bed by 10pm most nights, and I rarely consume more that 2 or so alcoholic beverages anymore unless it's a special occasion. Birthdays, bachelorette parties,... Continue Reading →
Apple Butter Bourbon Fizz
I'll admit that I have an obsession with finding the perfect seasonal cocktail. During the summer I'm a big Aperol Spritz fan, and Eggnog Martinis gets me through the holidays each year. Now I can proudly say I've finally found the PERFECT fall cocktail: the Apple Butter Bourbon Fizz. I typically make my Apple Cider... Continue Reading →
Classic Bloody Mary Recipe Using Amazing Hazel’s Bloody Mary Mix
I recently had the chance to try out Amazing Hazel's Zesty Bloody Mary Mix. Amazing Hazel's is a local company that began when Dave VanWye started making chili sauce using his grandmother's famous recipe. After awhile, customers started telling him how great it would be as a Bloody Mary mix. He came up with Amazing Hazel's Bloody... Continue Reading →
Apple Cider Mimosas
These apple cider mimosas are the perfect fall beverage! I've been making these for a couple of years now, and they're always one of my favorite. I actually prefer them over the classic OJ version, but that's just me. The best part is that they're really easy to make, especially in bulk for a group.... Continue Reading →
Grindstone Public House: First Impression
Grindstone Public House is a recent addition just off the square in downtown Noblesville. Like the historic building it occupies, Grindstone Public House comes from a family with a history in the restaurant business. Clancy's Inc., the company behind Grindstone Charley’s, Michaelangelo’s Italian Bistro and Clancy’s Hamburgers, opened the new spot this past summer. I had... Continue Reading →
West Fork Whiskey: Fall Menu Release
I've been a big fan of West Fork Whiskey for awhile now, so I was really excited to see that they were adding some fall-themed cocktails to their menu. They make a variety of whiskey including "2 Hr-Delay" - an un-aged whiskey made of 100% Indiana corn, "The Colonel" - their first bourbon, "B-Street Blues"... Continue Reading →
DIY Fondue With SoChatti Chocolate
Chocolate is always the answer, who cares what the question is. I'm always down for fondue, so I was really excited to try out SoChatti chocolate. SoChatti is small-batch chocolate designed to be served warm or melted, as well as for baking. The best part? It's DAIRY-FREE, which is fantastic for someone like me who... Continue Reading →
Books & Brews
If you're looking for a casual place to try some craft beer then Books & Brews is for you. With the tagline "a place for people without a place" they've achieved the perfect balance of, well, books and brews. The concept all started in 2014 when the first location, now called the "Mothership," opened on... Continue Reading →
Nada: First Impression
Take your favorite local Mexican spot and then combine it with a trendy new cocktail lounge - you get Nada. Nada is a relatively newer taco and cocktail joint downtown that opened in 2016. It is located at 11 W. Maryland St., just steps away from the Circle Centre Mall. I am never one to turn... Continue Reading →
Heineken Getaway Giveaway
I love summers in Indy, but I can always use a weekend getaway. I’ve teamed up with Heineken to give you a chance to win a trip with their #LiveItUp Summer Getaway Giveaway. Some of the destinations include a 2 night stay in Chicago w/ a helicopter tour, a cabin in Tennessee or up to $1,000 in... Continue Reading →