While you can find many fun, historical train rides throughout the state of Indiana, not many of them feature delicious wines and chocolate for your enjoyment. The Spirit of Jasper offers adults (21+ of course) the chance to enjoy an evening of fine wine, food, and fun.
Departing from the Jasper Train Depot, you’ll enjoy a ride aboard a beautifully renovated train featuring three comfortable lounge cars.
The Spirit of Jasper runs multiple rides and excursions throughout the week, but you’ll find the Chocolate, Wine, and Dine on Saturdays departing around 6:30 PM.
If you've lived in Indianapolis for a while, you already know the Circle City is the most underrated food city in the country. From the beloved St. Elmo Steak House to the eclectic Milktooth, Indy has been reinventing the food game over the past five years, one restaurant at a time. However, it doesn't matter how refined our palates become - there are some foods and drinks we'll never be able to turn down, like these 10 Indy classics:
It's impossible to have grown up in Indy without trying this classic Hoosier sandwich. Both breaded and grilled, this thin pork patty is the unofficial food of the entire state, and Indy has some of the best places to grab one.
2. Milkshakes or ice cream from Traders Point Creamery.
There's nothing better than farm fresh ice cream, and everyone in Indy knows you won't find better milkshakes or ice cream anywhere except Traders Point Creamery.
We love desserts here in Indy. While there's a never ending list of options to choose from, a simple sugar cream pie will always be at the top of our list.
This beloved BBQ sandwich is huge in Indy and you'll find it at a surprising number of restaurants (though we all know you should head to Squealers for the real deal).
There's not an Indy Hoosier who doesn't love a big batch of freshly made chili. No matter how you serve it (we're talking to you, noodle and rice lovers), Indy chili is always hearty, meaty, and full of flavor.
Popcorn may be huge across the entire state, but Indy has an awesome variety of unique popcorn flavors ranging from savory BBQ and bacon to sweet caramel and turtle.
Which of these classic Indianapolis foods and drinks are your favorite? Have you tried them all before? Do you have others to add to the list? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
For more great food in the Circle City, check out this incredible mom & pop restaurant with the best home cooked food around.
If you live in Indy, you probably already know that you should never judge a book by its cover. Many of our most famous buildings and restaurants don't look like much from the outside, but are hiding many wonderful things inside. The same can be said about this iconic mom & pop restaurant in Indianapolis that serves some of Indy's best home-cooked meals.
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Kountry Kitchen, just north of downtown Indianapolis is located in a fairly bland building that may even appear to be closed down at first glance.
In fact, it's extremely easy to drive by and miss altogether. Once you step inside of this soul food cafe, you'll realize you've just entered somewhere truly special.
The Kountry Kitchen first opened in 1988 and has been serving up Southern homestyle cooking for over 30 years now.
Originally opened by Ms. Jessie, the restaurant was later run by her daughter Nell, and is now taken care of by Isaac and Cynthia Wilson, who continue on the traditions of Ms. Jessie's original concept: to serve the best home-cooked soul food in the region.
The Kountry Kitchen is Indy's premiere soul food cafe, and it serves up some of the absolute best "from scratch" homestyle cooking in the city.
Served with homemade sides like their legendary creamy mac and cheese, collard greens, pinto beans, and freshly baked cornbread, you'll enjoy a savory feast that you'll be dreaming about for weeks to come.
Their legendary fried chicken wings are one of their most popular food items, with a recipe that's entirely their own and that has remained unchanged throughout the years.
Wash it down with their homemade lemonade for a delightful treat that you won't be able to find anywhere else in Indy. Just keep in mind that most items are a la carte, so be sure to order everything you want up front!
Other popular dishes at this no-frills cafe include fried catfish, ribs, cube steak, hearty breakfasts, and their banana pudding. If you're in a hurry, you can also get your food to go (a popular option, especially on game days).
You'll find this hidden soul food cafe at 1831 N College Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46202.
Have you ever been to this legendary and historic mom & pop restaurant in Indianapolis? What was your favorite dish? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
For more amazing neighborhood restaurants around Indy, be sure to check out these 8 local eateries around the city.
