2021 wasn’t a great time to buy a restaurant, but it was the right time for Shelly and Gabe Sterling. Since then, the owners of the Shortstop Inn in downtown Wakarusa haven’t looked back, through the ups and downs of being small business owners. Between their love of the Wakarusa community and the…
You won’t go thirsty looking for a tasty handcrafted brew and cocktails in Elkhart County. Pull up a stool at these craft breweries and eateries along the Heritage Trail. Goshen Brewing Co. The tap list never disappoints here. The kitchen turns out an amazing fusion of Southern smoked fare with a…
Jesse Shoemaker’s first cooking gig was close to home. Jesse’s mother turned to him to feed the family once a week, just as twin siblings joined the household and tested both parents. “In second grade, I was in charge of having an entrée, a vegetable, and a fruit and dessert. It was pretty much…
By Marshall V. King The Elkhart County 4-H Fair is a nine-day buffet. One of the Midwest’s premier fairs and one of the largest county fairs features an array of food vendors that is unmatched anywhere. The combination of professional food vendors who make a living serving fair food with the…
Chef Sylvia Awald began her culinary career in 2017 as a line cook at West on Warren Gallery + Grill in Middlebury. At the time, she was studying for degrees in Culinary Hospitality Management and Pastry from Ivy Tech Community College. While Sylvia spent time in the kitchens of places such as Aunt…
Here are six great places to dine outside while you're in Elkhart County! The Corner Bar 504 S. Main Street, Elkhart, IN 46514 (574) 389-7900 The Corner Bar...Where the locals go for fun! Elevated, yet comfortable, bar and dining experience. Sip, swig, or swirl your favorite cocktails and enjoy…
Chris Janowsky literally grew up in kitchens. The executive chef of Artisan in Elkhart got his culinary career started when he was 16 at Rocky River Tap and Table in Mishawaka. Naturally, Chris was following in his father’s footsteps, as Rocky River is one of several that is part of Navarre…
Elite culinary talent from Elkhart County delights crowd at first On the Road Dinner event in Bristol What happens when you bring together some of the top chefs in Elkhart County? On a recent March evening at Elcona Country Club, more than 80 diners were treated to a magical evening of culinary…
Planning a romantic date night at your favorite Elkhart County restaurant? Explore these locally owned favorites. Artisan, Elkhart Dine in style and impress your special someone at a fabulous AAA Four Diamond restaurant that gives you fine dining without being stuffy. Have a steak or seafood…
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…