Amish Handcrafted in Elkhart County

Amish Hand Crafted Amish Country. Two words that conjure up images of a community preserved in a simpler time. However, the people of Elkhart County’s Amish community are far from simple. They are a complex, fascinating part of the area’s tapestry. Yes, when you roll into town you’ll likely pass a…

Top Places for Amish Style Dining

When people come to Elkhart County, Indiana, they are often looking for a place to get a good Amish-style meal. Here are some dining tips and Amish restaurants that deliver a great family-style dining experience. First, you need to come hungry. An Amish-style meal is an all you care to eat, pass the…

Meet the Makers along the Heritage Trail

Discover Elkhart County’s local culture and people as you meet the makers along the Heritage Trail. Meet the artists, discover their fascinating history, watch them craft their products, then you can take them home. Check out a few top spots to buy where it’s made. It’s always Well Crafted in…

Why homemade in Amish Country is the best

The ingredients are simple and few in number, but the care, skill and dedication to bring it together into something delicious? Now that’s truly special. Here’s Elaine Jones of The Carriage House: Hundreds of guests joyfully make the trek to her banquet room at The Carriage House every year for…

Amish Life from an Amish Wife

Elaine Jones shares a few words on . . . Amish Life Elaine is an Amish wife, mother and business owner. She and her son Seth host traditional Amish meals in their rural Topeka home. Often these gatherings are paired with cooking or quilting demonstrations. Elaine shares a bit of her everyday life…

Amish Experience for Groups

Northern Indiana is home to nearly 20,000 Amish, a culture that remains true to centuries-old traditions even as the world around them changes at break-neck speed. Modern technology – including television and electricity – are noticeably absent from Amish homes. The Amish “connect” in a different…