April 2016

No. 15 – Of all the unexpected places Indy’s ever-expanding food scene took us this year, we never figured on Main Street Fortville as the location for a rollicking comfort-food pub with a lighthearted yet sophisticated soul.

No. 16 – Union 50 proves that when you have a menu adventurous enough to offer a smear of roasted bone marrow alongside fish and chips with powdered vinegar, you don’t have to follow the standard rules of engagement.

The house is a testament to the couple’s desire to build Indy into a better place.

Her style mantra: “Own it—use fashion to tell a story that represents you. It almost always goes wrong when you imitate a look that isn’t you.”

Want to freshen up your beauty routine this spring? Nordstrom’s in-demand makeup artist spills his tricks.

“I don’t think (women) are being specifically excluded. But I don’t think these organizations that are involved in public policy are thinking, Let’s invite women. The other thing is that women don’t have the same level of confidence to go into a place where they want to feel prepared, educated, and ready.”

“Name another sport where women brought men along,” says Chris French, a technical architect.

Pretty soon, they’ll be swooping in for French fries from the Cheesecake Factory patio.

No. 17 – Don’t save Oceanaire just for special occasions. Hot appetizers such as the generous crab cake or the rich and savory shrimp and grits make for a great weeknight meal with a salad and a glass of wine.

No. 18 – It takes some diligence to maintain a spot on this list after 17 years. Peterson’s, which has been dishing up elegant surf and turf in its clubby, dark-paneled dining room since the dawn of gourmet mac and cheese, also has a lock on consistency.

No. 19 – Young Broad Ripplians, still dewy from hot yoga refuel at this fresh-faced juice bar and brunch kitchen.

A look at Andrew Lannerd’s collection of royal items, memories, and contacts. He has parlayed his expertise into a company offering escorted tours of the U.K.

Hip shops and new restaurants revitalize the courthouse square in downtown Franklin.

No. 20 – What has been most fun about Public Greens is how Patachou, Inc.’s most conscientious, improvisational offering is always changing to follow the seasons.

My first stop was the Hotel Jones, cleverly named for its owner, Mrs. Jones.