Diversify your taste buds 🍽️

Diversify your taste buds during Devour Indy Winterfest 2023

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The HC Tavern + Kitchen is a family-friendly, classic American grill located at the Fishers District. | Photo by @thehctavern

Indy’s biggest local dining event, Devour Indy, is back for Winterfest starting Monday, Jan. 23 and running through Sunday Feb. 5. More than 100 restaurants are participating by offering special three-course menus at a discounted price.

Not sure where to go? We’ve rounded up some of our top picks by type of cuisine to help you plan your dinner dates and get a variety of flavors.

Asian / Japanese

Ramen Ray, 5628 E. 71st St.
Winter is unofficial ramen season — and this spot specializes in traditional-style ramen from Hokkaido, Japan with a simple and homey atmosphere. Enjoy two entrees, one order of gyoza, and one dessert to serve two for $36.

Modita, 850 Mass Ave., Ste. 110
The Asian-inspired eatery in the Bottleworks District offers lots of options for $35 per person. City Editor Nicole wants to try the Chicken Pho Noodles and is excited to go back for the Yuzu Bar, which has been featured on Modita’s Devour menu before.

INDY_The Fountain Room interior_JAN2023 — The Fountain Room took a historic site and reimagined it with stylish and upscale flair.

Italian

Nesso, 339 S. Delaware St.
Enjoy a rich Italian meal at this restaurant in The Alexander Hotel for $40 per person or $75 with a wine pairing. Pro tip: While you’re there, you can end the night at the Plat 99 for a cocktail with a rooftop view.

Diavola, 1134 E. 54th St., Ste. I
Sample some of Diavola’s favorites including pizza and pasta for two for $70 or with vino included for $100.

Latin American / Mexican

Festiva, 1217 E. 16th St.
Choose between two options for $55 with two margaritas or try Sunday brunch for two (10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.) with two sparkling palomas for $45.

Livery, Indianapolis or Noblesville
Try this Latin-influenced menu for lunch or dinner at $25 per person. City Editor Nicole is eyeing the empanadas, paella, and sugar cream pie flan.

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Wednesday, Jan. 18

Retro Rewind | Wednesday, Jan. 18 | 9 a.m. | The Vogue Theatre, 6259 N. College Ave., Indianapolis | $5 | Indy’s iconic Retro Rewind weekly dance night returns with hits from the 80s, 90s, 00s, and today.
Build Your Business - Finding Mentors to Help | Wednesday, Jan. 18 | 3:30-5:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Learn how to start, grow, expand, and recover your small business.

Thursday, Jan. 19

Max Volume - Live DJ in Bouldering Area | Thursday, Jan. 19 | 7-9 p.m. | North Mass Boulder, 1411 Roosevelt Ave., Indianapolis | $10 day passes | On one Thursday a month, come enjoy a wide variety of music to climb to with a live DJ in the bouldering area.

Friday, Jan. 20

Indianapolis Home Show | Friday, Jan. 20-Sunday, Jan. 29 | Times vary | Indiana State Fairgrounds, 1202 E. 38th St., Indianapolis | $13 | Explore 400+ booths featuring displays and inspo for all Indianapolis homeowners.
Mind Tripping Show: A Comedy with a Psychological Twist | Friday, Jan. 20-Friday, April 7 | 8-9:30 p.m. | Hilton Indianapolis Hotel & Suites, 120 W. Market St., Indianapolis | $35-42 | Enjoy this show combining mind-bending surprises and fun.

Sunday, Jan. 22

Indy Fuel vs. Wheeling Nailers | Sunday, Jan. 22 | 3 p.m. | Indiana Farmers Coliseum, 1202 E. 38th St., Indianapolis | $16-$48 | Enjoy this Family Fun Day where kids 12 and under eat free and you can join a post-game skate with the team.

We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

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Weather

46º | Scattered showers | 70% chance of rain

Civic

City officials are planning to acquire the Drake apartment building (3060 N. Meridian St.) from The Children’s Museum in an effort to preserve the 95-year-old building. The Department of Metropolitan Development plans to ask for permission this week to purchase the 0.8-acre property. A purchase price and timeline have not yet been finalized. 🏢 (IBJ)
Mayor Hogsett and city officials announced an initiative that aims to combat gentrification and displacement in low-income neighborhoods. Vacant to Vibrant is a new affordable homeownership and rental housing initiative that will use $4.5 million in American Rescue Plan funds to redevelop city-owned properties into 100 homes for families. 🏘️ (IndyStar)

State

Hoosier taxpayers could see a decrease in their refunds by a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. The average tax refund last year was nearly $3,200 because of COVID-related stimulus checks and child tax credits that will not apply this year. Your refund will more closely resemble your refund in 2019 or 2020. 📉 (WRTV)

Coming Soon

Big Bear Biscuits is coming to Brownsburg. The homey biscuits and brunch spot is expanding out west with its second location’s grand opening on Friday, Feb. 3. 🐻

Listen

There’s a new local podcast to add to your queue. Conner Prairie has launched a new podcast called “This is Problematic!” — hosted by Easton Phillips and Hannah Murphy, two research associates at Conner Prairie. The podcast will explore some issues from the past and their ramifications on Hoosiers of today. Learn more. 🎧 (WISH)

Outdoors

A Valparaiso man set an Indiana fishing record during a recent outing on Lake Michigan, according to the Indiana DNR. On Dec. 30, 2022, Scott Skafar caught a 10.2-pound burbot that beat the state’s 1990 record by 2.5 pounds. See the list of Indiana’s record fish. 🎣 (WISH)

Travel

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Sports

If you’re into (or even sort of into) sports: The GIST is a must-subscribe newsletter that provides a refreshing female voice and perspective on sports four times a week. Read: If ‘do the thing and score the points’ is your baseline understanding, you might enjoy this to uplevel your knowledge. ⚽ *

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A $5 million investment in Kennedy-King

Kennedy-King Memorial site granted $5 million for improvements

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The investment aims to enhance the neighborhood and help extend the legacy of Dr. King in Indy for generations to come. | Photo by City of Indianapolis

Mayor Hogsett and Indy Parks announced a $5 million investment for improvements to the Kennedy-King Memorial Site at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park.

The park features the Landmark for Peace memorial, Still We Reach exhibit, a playground, outdoor pool, and performance shelter.

Improvements and new amenities to the site will include:

Celebration and event plaza
Eternal flame artwork with interpretative panels
New pavilion area along the walkways
Expanded parking
Connection to the new pedestrian pathway (along North Park Avenue)
New walkways and seating areas

This investment is in addition to the $80 million in grants for Indy Parks recently announced.

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Nicole.

Editor’s pick: I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again. Devour Indy is a great time to try a restaurant that you haven’t been to before. One that’s on my wishlist is Provision. The Bolognese and Triple Chocolate Tart grabbed my attention.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Reminisce about L.S. Ayres.

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