Cuisine

Over the last decade, the South Shore has become known for more than just its scenic lakeshore. Whether you’re a craft beer fanatic or merely along for the ride, you can’t deny that the dozens of breweries along the South Shore are destinations...

During the week, it sometimes may seem like there is little time to catch your breath, let alone spend hours cooking a family meal after a hectic day. In 2020, say “no” to time-consuming meal prep and cooking and let Strack & Van Til do the...

The holidays are here, and Downtown Valparaiso is the perfect place to find those one-of-a-kind gifts - and snacks. Under the twinkling lights lining Lincolnway await shops galore, stretching the length of the walkable streets on all sides of the...

Steak, lobster, and gourmet desserts - oh my! Anyone who knows me knows I’m sort of a food connoisseur. What can I say? I like to eat. It’s rare when a restaurant totally rocks my world and Copper Rock at Four Winds Casino South Bend did just...

It’s beginning to look a lot like the holiday party season! With so many events and preparations to organize, who has the time to constantly check on the food in the oven? That’s where Strack & Van Til’s catering department can help. No...

Since 1954, Bill and Babes Riverside Inn has been a local Pulaski County favorite. Overlooking the river, the tavern is home to many local regulars but also a sought-after attraction for travelers passing through. Known for their fresh fish and juicy...

On the busiest of days, it’s imperative to set aside a lunch time. While this may sound like a simple enough piece of advice, it’s absolutely true. Becoming bogged down in projects that distract you from the most basic of necessities, like...

Everyone was a judge at the chili cookoff at StoryPoint today. Five StoryPoint managers put together their famous chili recipes for residents and Chesterton football seniors to dive into. One by one, judges dropped their votes for the hearty recipes...

As we all adapt to busy, bustling lifestyles juggling work, family, second jobs, friends, and life in general, our favorite businesses have adapted alongside us to offer convenience. Such is the case with Strack & Van Til's Meal Solutions Made...

With the increasing regularity of relationships maintained over virtual means of communication, it’s become second nature to go about one’s day in a cocoon. While the accessibility a smartphone creates is convenient, it also makes it entirely too...