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IndyStar staffers try McDonald's new apple pie, and the results are mixed

An iconic fast-food item is going through its midlife crisis. But is McDonald's new apple pie really living its best life in its new body?

      




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Zest! and Twist in SoBro close

Busy weekend traffic couldn't sustain the restaurant, co-owner says

      




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The Nashville House announces it's closing

Landmark restaurant has been in business since 1927.

      




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How to make mashed potatoes and gravy the right way

This mashed potatoes recipe and tips will ensure that you don't screw it up. Oh, and there's gravy too.

      




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Family shares Mexican tradition of tamales

The Vasquez family makes tamales to sell at the Carmel Farmer's Market

      




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10 Indianapolis restaurants with fireplaces

Stay toasty during dinner or warm up with a drink at these 10 Indy restaurants with fireplaces.

       




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9 bars and restaurants to visit on Speedway's Main Street

Tacos, smoked wings, a brewery with pizza and a kart track serving burgers are right across the street from the Indy 500.

       




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Retro Recipes: Want to make that famous Tee Pee restaurant salad dressing?

The iconic restaurant still conjures up fond memories of the food and the cruising.

       




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Sweet and savory crepes offered at new T-Swirl Crepe in Downtown Indianapolis

Take a look at a new Downtown Indianapolis restaurant with Japanese-style crepes, T-Swirl Crepe.

       




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Watch these amazing crepes being made at T-Swirl Crepe in Downtown Indianapolis

Take a look at a variety of crepes being created at T-Swirl Crepe, a new place to eat in Downtown Indianapolis.

       




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Fortville restaurant owner transforms into 'Tiger King's' Joe Exotic to help workers

The owner of FoxGardin in Fortville transformed himself into Joe Exotic to help his workers.

       




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Baking in the time of coronavirus: Bread is hot topic at home and away

Whether it's out of necessity, to pass time or to calm nerves, bread baking is a hot topic during coronavirus pandemic

       




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Indianapolis buildings that are important to Madam Walker's story on Netflix

The Netflix series "Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam C.J. Walker" was produced in Ontario, Canada. But it references Indianapolis locations.

      




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Photos: How the central Indiana restaurant industry is reacting to a pandemic

Restaurants and bars in central Indiana respond to the coronavirus, or COVID-19, health pandemic while operating under state-issued restrictions.

      




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Local musician Tim Brickley entertains socially distant neighbors with impromptu show

Tucked into his porch, musician Tim Brickley sang classics for a tiny group of neighbors and passersby as relief from home isolation.

      




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For downtown Franklin, Historic Artcraft Theater must survive pandemic

Empty seats. Silent screens. How Franklin's Artcraft Theater is weathering the pandemic.

       




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Shapiro's deli endures COVID-19 as it did Spanish flu 100 years ago

Shapiro's delicatessen, a Kosher eatery just south of Downtown Indianapolis, is adapting to a carryout model amid the coronavirus pandemic.

       




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Planning Mother's Day brunch? Here are 25-plus restaurants with takeout deals near Indianapolis

Several Indianapolis-area restaurants are offering brunch deals and takeout specials to help mom relax and stay out of the kitchen on Mother's Day.

       




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What restaurant service could look like as Indiana reopens after coronavirus restrictions

Restaurant owners are discussing what could change after coronavirus restrictions lift in Indiana. Here are some changes that could be on the way.

       




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Bar and brewery owners take wait-and-see approach to returning to normal business

After coronavirus restrictions are lifted, Indianapolis bars and breweries will face challenges in terms of short-term staffing and long-term survival

       




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Pawnee returns Thursday for special 'Parks and Rec' episode from quarantine

As a fundraiser for Feeding America, the cast of "Parks and Recreation" shot a special episode during the coronavirus pandemic. It will air April 30.

       




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Here's why you'll see colorful 'smoke' coming from an Old Northside chimney on Friday

You can see this art in person while you social distance. The Harrison Center will send colorful "smoke" from its historic chimney for the first time.

       




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Redemption Alewerks, Brugge Brasserie announce permanent closures

Two Indianapolis restaurants have announced they will permanently close.

       




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IndyFringe cancels its 2020 festival on Mass Ave. because of coronavirus concerns

IndyFringe, the popular Mass Ave. theater festival, has been canceled. Social distancing requirements will not allow the artists to prepare.

       




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What Indiana's coronavirus reopening plan says for bars, concert venues, movie theaters

New guidelines announced by Gov. Eric Holcomb include timeline for resuming social gatherings and entertainment events, including bars and nightclubs.

       




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Indianapolis food and wine scene shut out of James Beard culinary awards, again

Finalists for the James Beard Foundation's culinary awards have been announced, and Indianapolis isn't on the list.

       




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Indianapolis Symphony cancels Symphony on the Prairie and all summer concerts

Symphony on the Prairie has been canceled, along with other popular concerts this summer. Here's when the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra will be back

       




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Drive-in restaurants are an experience mostly unchanged during coronavirus pandemic

During the coronavirus pandemic, it's business as usual at Mug-N-Bun restaurant, and Historic Steer In embraces its drive-in roots.

       




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Looking for things to do? Sign up for the IndianapoLIST newsletter

Sign up for IndyStar's Things To Do newsletter. "The IndianapoList" gives you new ways to explore your city and the quirky stories behind it.

      




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Here's how to find the ultimate Indianapolis eats

Discover new restaurants, the best drinks and local food at Liz Biro's new Indylicious Facebook group.

      




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With ban on dine-in, Indianapolis drive-in restaurants rocking, rolling during pandemic

These restaurants are turning Indiana's ban on dining in restaurants to their favor by throwing back to olden days with drive-up service.

       




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Every restaurant you'll try at IndyStar Wine & Food Experience

28 of the best Indianapolis restaurants serve tastings.

       




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Stacked Pickle closing all restaurants due to impact of coronavirus restrictions

The sports bar and restaurant owned by former Colts football player and Super Bowl champion Gary Brackett is closing.

       




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These are the best Indianapolis food and drink events in July

Sample Indy's best burgers, crush a bunch of ice cream and load up on discounts at restaurants.

       




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We want to know the Best Things in Indianapolis, and we need your help

We're on the quest to find Indianapolis' best things in 150 categories. Nominate your favorites now!

       




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This deal gets you all-you-can-eat tastings from the best Indianapolis restaurants

Half-price tickets let you eat, drink wine and see Food Network's Scott Conant at the IndyStar Wine & Food Experience.

       




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Joan Jett added to lineup of local Warped Tour date

Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Joan Jett will make a special appearance at the Indiana stop of the Vans Warped Tour.

       




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Arts venues will be among the last to reopen and must overcome some of the toughest hurdles

Social distancing and people's potential discomfort sitting in auditoriums have given Indianapolis venues several problems to solve amid coronavirus.

       




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4 ways Janelle Monae lifted everyone up by getting down in Indianapolis

Janelle Monae brought a thinking-human's dance party to Indianapolis to promote standout album 'Dirty Computer.'

       




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14 places to grab a hot dog in and near Indianapolis

These Indianapolis-area spots have some delicious sandwiches.

       




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7 Indianapolis hot dogs that will shatter your mustard-only rule

Celebrate National Hot Dog Day with loaded dogs that howl with flavor.

       




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Illinois' Alan Griffin is ejected after stepping on Purdue's Sasha Stefanovic

Stefanovic was on the court after scoring when Griffin stepped on his chest

      




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Illinois' Alan Griffin gets suspension for stepping on Purdue's Sasha Stefanovic

First-half incident resulted in an ejection for Illini player as he stepped on Boilermakers guard

      




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National signing day: Where IU, Purdue rank among Big Ten recruiting classes

Boilermakers and Hoosiers try to break into the upper echelon of Big Ten football recruiting

      




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Purdue basketball's George Faerber (of Bee Window) and his statistically perfect game

George Faerber still holds 17 records from his high school career, including a game with 52 points and 32 rebounds.

       




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Despite a loss, Purdue sees positives from Big Ten tourney matchup with Maryland

Despite a loss, Purdue sees positives from Big Ten tourney matchup with Maryland

       




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Matt Haarms told Matt Painter he's leaving Purdue because 'he wanted more'

Purdue coach Matt Painter met with the media Tuesday to discuss a wide range of subjects

       




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Former Purdue center Matt Haarms transferring to Brigham Young

Matt Haarms will join the Cougars as a graduate transfer with one season of eligibility remaining.

       




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Greenwood officials have unveiled plans to redevelop 15 acres in Old Town. Here's what to expect.

The Greenwood Redevelopment Commission has given city officials the green light to seek bids for a nearly 20-acre development project. Here's what it could look like.

      




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IU football walk-on gets booming scholarship announcement from Pat McAfee

Former Center Grove High School kicker gets a big-screen announcement from the former Colts punter.