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One of the best things about Indy in the spring and summer are the many patios that open up. Whether you prefer to enjoy a romantic meal or get together with friends for a drink, there are several great restaurant patios throughout Indianapolis. ...

 Feed the hunger at your local Indy Food Truck and sample the goodness. Food Trucks have become a regular site in Downtown Indianapolis, especially during the lunch hour. Feasting on your favorite meal or treat while enjoying the summer days ...

For the Coffee-lover: Indy’s Local Grinds For many coffee lovers, functioning properly without their morning cup of Joe is too tall an order. Brewing coffeein the morning can feel like an art for some, but for others it’s a way of life. ...

Your empty nest may come furnished with a variety of emotions: relief, sadness, joy, loneliness, excitement. This time of life can feel quiet one moment, and extremely busy and fulfilling the next. You might be selling your home or moving to a ...

Many high school girls dream of their Prom nights, which includes the perfect dress (among other details). Prom season is right around the corner. So if you're searching for your gown and other prom essentials, Indianapolis has an abundance of ...

When you think of a wedding, there are certain elements that likely pop into your mind: a white dress, a bouquet toss, and the cake. Gone are the days where a simple white sheet cake will do. These days, there are no holds barred when it comes to ...

Idyllic. Just there, on the town square, between the coffee shop and the antique shop, across from the courthouse whose high peak is heavy with time. Tucked in among many faces, like a middle sibling, sits Rosie's Place. My place. It is ...

We LOVE pastries here at Home to Indy! And don't get us started on donuts. Sweet bread, fruit pies, brownies, cakes and cookies? Yes, please. (What's not to love?) Thankfully, Indianapolis has a plethora of amazing places to satisfy our sweet tooths....

I can remember a time in my life when I loved to grocery shop. But that time was a little long while ago, during my first and second year of college, and it looked a little like this; Being single and young, with a bit of money and a bit of time, I ...

Whether you are shopping vintage for it’s laudable “up cycled” nature or because of it’s history and charm or just because you are looking to have a truly unique look for (often) a great bargain, vintage has never been more ...

Even as the weather gets cooler, I'm all too eager to indulge in one of my favorite frozen treats: ice cream! Whether it’s a trip for the entire family or just rewarding yourself by indulging your sweet tooth, there’s certainly nothing ...

In past posts, I’ve referenced my love of all things local, from local business to local art, but among the things I am most enthusiastic about is the idea of local food. This makes such good sense - if you can eat food that hasn’t ...

Here at Home to Indy, we love supporting the locals—local artists, local restaurants, and local shops. If you happen to be new to the area or haven’t done much exploring, you may not have stumbled on some of these gems. Whether you're ...

Restaurants abound here in Indianapolis, and we love to partake of them - from local joints to national chains. If you're new to the area and happen to be gluten free, then you know how difficult it can be to eat out.  One of the most ...

On crisp Fall days, we love to grill out - especially burgers. (Hopefully those of you with new homes are also enjoying this part of home ownership as well!) But there are also days that we just don't feel like cooking, so we opt to go out. With so ...

The idea of eating food made out of the back of a vehicle may sound a little shady. But food trucks are more popular than ever, especially here in Indianapolis. Whether you're new to the area or looking to move soon, you'll definitely want to check ...

What happens when the mission of a business is community over wealth, when the people who come through the doors are what matter the most to the people who own the establishment? What happens is that an unassuming little coffee shop becomes the ...

Black Friday is a strange, uniquely American sort of holiday. A celebration of ... shopping? There has been a growing backlash against Black Friday over the past few years. Some say the day is an empty idealization of consumerism and materialism, ...

I’ve said it before, talking about real estate all the time is boring. Still, the whole purpose of this platform is to educate others about Indianapolis, real estate…..and of course, provide a few random thoughts along the way. In my ...