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Pro tip: Sassafras Tea Room is a great place to host a bridal or baby shower. | Photo by @andrewdoench
National Tea Day is today, April 21. To celebrate the beau-tea-ful beverage, here are a few places around town you can enjoy an elevated afternoon tea time.
The Cake Bake Shop | Settle in for custom-blended Dammann Frères tea, seasonal scones, finger sandwiches, macarons, truffles, and more. Pro tip: Reservations must be made in advance, and same day bookings are not accepted.
The Tea Room of Rustic Root | Customize your afternoon tea experience at this Beech Grove cafe, with options ranging from a simple tea + scones for $13 to a full service including sandwiches and sweet treats for $30.
Enjoy special seasonal treats like Christmas tree cookies during the winter holidays at Serliana’s tea service.
Serliana | Every Saturday afternoon, this restaurant in the InterContinental Indianapolis offers a refined, serene afternoon tea experience — with optional add-on wine + cocktails.
Sassafras Tea Room | Indulge in “Duchess Tea” for adults, or “Princess Tea” for kids under 10 years old — both including tea, scones, finger sandwiches, and treat towers.
$6.3 million. That’s how much Aliyah Boston’s new three-year contract extension with the Fever is worth — the highest total salary in league history. Brush up on her stats. (IBJ)
Legacy
Bob Kevoian, co-founder of The Bob & Tom Show, died on Friday after a battle with gastric cancer. Memorial service details for the National Radio Hall of Fame legend will be shared at a later date.
Announced
If you have tickets to the sold-out Billy Strings shows this weekend, you’re gonna have to wait a little longer. The musician broke his leg and has to reschedule his Fishers run. See the new dates, which tickets will still be valid for.
Transit
IndyGo announced major schedule changes affecting eight routes. Review the updates before they go into effect on Sunday, June 14. (WTHR)
Closing
We’re painting sad little trees. After two years in business, Griffy’s Art Supply announced it’s closing its doors. Check out updated hours and sale details leading up to its final day on Saturday, May 23.
Weather
We know what you’re thinking: I can start my garden now, right?Here are the odds of Indy experiencing another freeze before May. (WTHR)
Try This
If you’re the funniest person in your friend group, this news note is for you. Helium Comedy is launching its first “Funniest Person in the Midwest” contest, inviting comedians from 11 states to prove their punchlines are the best in the (Mid)west. Register through Friday, May 1.
Asked
Answered
Last week, we asked you what local restaurants should get MICHELIN stars. Here are a few of your nominations:
Borage opened in Speedway in June 2024. | Photo by INDYtoday team
“Borage in Speedway is MICHELIN-worthy.” — Amanda B.
“Oakleys Bistro should get a MICHELIN star. The chef, formerly of Something Different, creates superb, phenomenal fare.” — Janice C., also nominated by Carol H. and Sharon S.
“Anthony’s Chophouse in Carmel is a great MICHELIN star pick!” — Jennifer B., also nominated by Mel M.
Three can’t-live-without products we wish we knew about sooner:
🧼 Designed with pet owners in mind, these washing machine cleaning tablets remove built up odor and hair.
🍖 Perfect for grilling season, this silicone basting brush makes it easy to add oil, butter, or your favorite sauce to items while they’re cooking.
👚 Coined as an iron in a bottle, Downy’s wrinkle release spray is the easiest way to ensure you never leave the house looking less than polished.
Who says haunted houses are only for Halloween? On Saturday, April 25, Thirteenth Hour will resurrect as Spring Screams, a one-night-only laser tag maze and flag football-style survival experience. The scariest part: Tickets are guaranteed to sell out, so you better get yours now.
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