When people come to Elkhart County, Indiana and nearby, 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…
Who doesn’t love pie? Whether fruit or cream filled, here are great places for a slice, or just the whole pie. Yum! Featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives on the Food Network, SOUTH SIDE SODA SHOP is a must stop It all started with the peanut butter pie 50 years ago, now there are over 30…
Discover Elkhart County’s local culture and people as you meet the makers along the Heritage Trail. Get to know the artists, discover their fascinating history, and watch them craft their products. Now you have a wonderful souvenir for home. From yummy fresh-baked goodness to gorgeous handmade…
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…
Do you wonder about the Amish? They’re our friends, neighbors and - sometimes - our business partners. So when you visit Elkhart County, we can help you figure out what’s going on and keep you from doing (or saying) something you’ll regret. Learn more about Amish history and their way of life…
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…
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…