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CHECK OUT ALL THE GREAT RECIPES AND ARTICLES IN OUR 2018 ISSUE OF WHAT’S COOKIN’!

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J O N TA FFE R O F BA R R E SCU E An Interview with the Spike TV Star 2018 W H AT'S CO O K I N' BU RG E R GU I D E We have the Beef!

TA S T I N G T H E T R I -S TAT E W I T H L AU R I E M A N O R A Fun & Informative Local Food Show M I LLE N N I A L CO O K I N G T R E N DS How 20-Somethings Eat on a Budget

Po -TAY-to, Po -TAH -to A Tale of Two Salads

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DRINK & APPETIZER GUIDE The Tri-State's Best Meal Starters

ALSO INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

PIPIN' HOT PIZZ A GUIDE Local Slices of Heaven

36 RESTAURANT SPOTLIGHTS 49 MENUS 62 RECIPES 66 ResTAURANT LISTINGS

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W H AT ’ S C O O K I N ’ F E AT U R E S TO R Y

The star of Spike’s flagship reality TV show dishes on his intimidating nature, branding, bar food and more

Jonof Bar Taffer Rescue AN INTERVIEW WITH

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He's the most intimidating - and entertaining - reality TV star going these days. But most importantly,

Jon Taffer is a generous man who truly enjoys sharing his countless years of experience in the food and beverage industry with those who need it most, helping to bring failing businesses back from the brink - in four short days, mind you. Therein lies the premise of Bar Rescue, the hugely popular series that

premiered on Spike in the summer of 2011, quickly becoming the cable channel's flagship show with

an addictive mixture of high stakes and high drama. For five unforgettable seasons, Taffer and his crew

of experts (including wife Nicole and daughter "Sam") have traveled the country in search of worst case scenarios, completely overhauling mismanaged operations and renovating outdated buildings on their own dime - all while being under the gun and up against a seemingly endless parade of stubborn bar

owners and clueless employees. But as millions of viewers know, the revered industry consultant takes

no crap. In fact, Gordon Ramsay seems gentle by comparison. It all makes for one of the most gripping and often heartwarming - shows on television.

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affer recently finished shooting the 150th episode of Bar Rescue, an achievement he's rightly proud of. After a brief holiday hiatus, production will ramp back up on season six with new shows scheduled to air in 2018.

Much is made of your intimidating presence on the show. Would you be as effective without such an imposing physical stature and your frequent bursts of anger?

The answer is actually deep - because I don't do that for me, I do it for them. Let me explain what I mean. They [business owners] call Bar Rescue and I have them say this on television - they've lost houses and they're in debt hundreds of thousands of dollars. And they say right to the camera, 'I have enough money to make it a few more weeks.' Or a couple more months. So, I'm their last hope. Put the TV cameras aside for a moment - I'm the last chance they've got. And if this fails - or if they fail - they're going to lose their house or their kids or their daughter's not going to go to college. There is a serious reason why I'm there. When I look in those people's faces and say, 'I'm going to leave you in a better place,' that means a lot to me personally.

That's why I'm still doing this after 150 [episodes].

I'm not doing it for the check anymore. I'm doing it for the hug, to be honest with you. So, think about this: I'm there for four days - and I'm going to do about 60 days work; design the bar, build the bar, train the staff, create the recipes, everything. And I'll tell you what happens behind the scenes in a moment. If I fail, they fail. There's a clock ticking in my head every second, and it puts me under a huge amount of pressure. But the pressure is how do I come through for this guy in four days? How do I do this? So when he is the obstacle, I can't EVANSVILLEDINING.COM

let that happen. See what I mean? So, I will fight him, because in my mind, I'm fighting for him - not against him. That's a really important distinction. I wouldn't act that way for my interest - that would make me an asshole. I'm doing it for his interest, and that gives me a license to go pretty damn far. I don't win on this - he does. I make not a dime - I get paid either way (laughs).

Why do so many people without business experience seem to gravitate towards bar ownership?

Well, people hang out in bars and they create an assumption. They look at a glass filled with scotch and soda and they say to themselves, 'Holy sh*t this thing costs like 70 cents to make and they're selling it for six dollars. This is the most profitable thing I've ever seen.' So they jump into the bar business thinking that all you do is make money.

But they don't consider the labor costs, the utilities, the insurance, the garbage pick-up, the legal fees, taxes. At the end of the day, if a bar does reasonably well - and reasonably well to me is not what it does in sales but what it does per foot. To me, any bar that is "successful" should do about $220 per foot.

The fact of the matter is that if a 10,000 square foot bar does a million dollars and a 2,000 square foot bar does half a million, that 2,000 square foot bar is doing much better. If it's a thousand foot bar, I'm suggesting that it's got to do $222,000 in sales. That said, if it’s 5,000 square feet, it’s got to do a million bucks. And that’s just reasonable performance. I’ve owned bars personally that have done $880 per square foot in sales. A bar’s going to profit typically 8-12%. The only way it does more is if the owner is behind the bar; staff is eliminated; there’s no food.

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“An experience can be wonderful at any level and any point. I’m not one

who is very critical of things - I don’t

let myself go there when I’m out. I just try to ignore it.”

hire staff and open a kitchen, making money is far from guaranteed. The other thing I tell everyone is that if you like drinking, don’t get in the bar business. If you were into drugs, I wouldn’t tell you to be a pharmacist, either.

You will often rename a bar when you do a “rescue.” And occasionally the owner will change it right back after you leave. There’s that famous question: What’s in a name?

Brands do matter, but here’s how I make that choice: I look at baggage. When I rescue a bar, here’s where people make a mistake.

They think it’s about the people that are there. It’s not. It’s about the people that aren’t. So the customers that are there are going to come whether I change the name or not. Because they’re going to be curious to see what I did; they have a relationship with the building. The issue is who’s not there.

I’m talking about the people that have driven by the building and chosen not to come in. Those are the people that I’m focused on - and that’s where people blow it. So with that said, I have to assess the baggage on the brand. When I do my homework, if the brand has a negative connotation - not with those who are there, but with those who aren’t - then I have to change it. So when you think for a moment that I would take the new name and blast it on national television - and 77 million people watched season five, almost a third of the television universe in the United States. The show will also air on literally thousands of television channels on all five continents - it’s in Spanish and Italian, it’s a big hit in Norway right now. If I put a new sign up, 10 weeks from when I leave that show is going to air on national television and millions of people are going to watch. There’s not a marketing executive in the country that would say that changing that [name] back before the airing of the show is anything less than moronic. But I don’t get angry; I don’t take it personally. You know, sometimes I chuckle, honestly. More often than not, I know what’s going to happen when I walk out the door.

Bar food is often not the highest quality. What’s your take on the best approach to that aspect of the business?

Here’s my suggestion: link up with a local restaurant that’s really well known - a sandwich shop or great pizza place. Have them drop off food three or four times a night. For example, I’ll work with the local Domino’s guy - I’ll put a glass pizza case in the bar and he’ll drop off six pizzas an hour. We sell slices. The quality is controllable; it’s branded. And when somebody wants a slice of pizza, I’ve got a slice of pizza that’s good. Food operations also need to be really,

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really creative. I work in kitchens all the time that don’t have hoods.

So you can put in a TurboChef and cook a lot more than you can with fryers. The other thing I want to say is that there are a lot of prepared products today that are really good. I mean you can buy things in plastic bags that are frozen but are complete 5-star quality.

There are chicken wings and then there are chicken wings. Get really good sauces for it, make sure the oil is clean - I mean it takes 10 minutes to learn how to cook a chicken wing properly. If you won’t do that, then don’t sell it at all. Restaurant owners enjoy the kitchen; bar owners do not. So if you don’t enjoy it and you’re never going to go in it, then it’s going to suck.

As a food and beverage expert, do you find that you’re hypercritical when you dine out?

No, I don’t have any problem disconnecting at all unless they really screw up. I’m appreciative of the most casual of concepts. I’ve been in places that serve lobster on paper plates - but it’s a great place for what it is. You know, I’ve gone to the finest restaurants in the world - in the Eiffel Tower, for example. An experience can be wonderful at any level and any point. I’m not one who is very critical of things - I don’t let myself go there when I’m out. I just try to ignore it. Now if something is wrong that hits my table then I won’t. But I’m pretty forgiving when I go out, especially now that I’m well known.

Finally, considering all that you’ve been through on Bar Rescue, do you recommend getting in the bar business?

If somebody is going to ask me, then they shouldn’t do it. And what I mean by that is that I know what I’m talking about - I’m a great person to ask - but you’ve got to want it. It’s something you want to do whether it’s hard or easy, whether it’s expensive or not. Even if Taffer says ‘no’ to me, I’m going to do it. If you don’t feel that way about anything, you shouldn’t do it.

For more info, visit spike.com/shows/bar-rescue

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LAMASCO BAR & GRILL 1331 W Franklin St EVANSVILLE, IN

(812) 437-0171

THE LAMASCO BURGER PAIR THIS

BURGER WITH A

This monster burger features two 1/3 lb USDA fresh ground

ALE OR AN ICE

cheese, topped with lettuce, tomato, pickles and onion high

REDD'S APPLE

beef patties. Build it your own way with your choice of

COLD COORS

atop a fresh bun. Be careful when handling, takes two hands

LIGHT

to hold and one heck of an appetite to finish!

BOKEH LOUNGE 1007 PARRETT ST. EVANSVILLE, IN

(812) 909-0388

MUSHROOM & SWISS BURGER PAIR THIS

BURGER WITH A CRISPIN

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At Bokeh Lounge, treat your tastebuds to a classic favorite: the Mushroom & Swiss burger. This beef patty is piled high with

mushrooms, swiss cheese and all of your favorite dressings. Pair it

with fries and an ice cold beer and you will be coming back again and again!

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GERST HAUS 2100 W Franklin St EVANSVILLE, IN

(812) 424-1420

THE GERST BURGER

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BURGER WITH A LEINENKUGEL’S CREAMY DARK

8 oz. of USDA choice ground chuck burger, topped with swiss cheese, saurkraut and Thousand Island Dressing,

served on a fresh toasted pretzel bun, and of course you’ll

need fries to make your burger complete. Try this for a nice change of a burger choice. Good stuff!

SPORTSMAN’S GRILLE 2315 W Franklin St EVANSVILLE, IN

(812) 422-0801

SOUTHWEST JALAPEÑO BURGER PAIR THIS

BURGER WITH A LEINENKUGEL’S GRAPEFRUIT SHANDY

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8 oz. of USDA choice ground chuck topped with pepperjack

cheese, smoked applewood bacon and sauteed jalepeños. Add some caramelized onions for some extra zing, and feel the burst

of spicy sensations explode in your mouth! And don’t forget about their fresh cut fries.

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WESTERN RIBEYE 1401 N Boeke Rd EVANSVILLE, IN

(812) 476-5405

BLUES BACON BURGER PAIR THIS

BURGER WITH A FOSTER’S LAGER

An 8 oz USDA choice beef burger, topped with 1 oz of

melted blue cheese crumbles plus bacon strips, lettuce,

tomato, pickle and onion on a brioche bun, served with a

side of fries. A taste bud explosion of flavor that will satisfy your craving for a spectacular burger.

TEXAS ROADHOUSE 7900 Eagle Crest Blvd EVANSVILLE, IN

(812) 477-7427

ROADHOUSE BURGER PAIR THIS

BURGER WITH AN ICE COLD MILLER LITE

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At Texas Roadhouse you can never go wrong with one of their famous burgers! The Roadhouse burger is piled high with

a prime ground beef patty, sauteed mushrooms & onions,

bbq sauce, lettuce, tomato, and American and Jack Cheeses.

Absolutely delicious!

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O’BRIAN’S SPORTSBAR 1801 N Green River Rd EVANSVILLE, IN

(812) 401-4630

CHIPOTLE BURGER

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BURGER WITH A LEINENKUGEL'S BERRY WEISS

The Chipotle Burger is 1/2 lb of ground beef with American and Swiss cheeses and topped with onion straws and

chipotle aioli sauce. Served on Texas toast and accompanied

by O'Brian's perfectly seasoned fries. It doesn't get much better than this!

RI RA IRISH PUB 701 NW Riverside Dr EVANSVILLE, IN

(812) 426-0000

LAMASCO BURGER PAIR THIS

BURGER WITH A KILLIAN’S IRISH RED

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A 1/2 lb of USDA choice beef, topped with swiss cheese, bacon, roasted brussel sprouts with garlic mayo-served on a toasted

pretzel bun. A unique blend of flavors that will tease your taste buds!

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WALTON'S INTERNATIONAL COMFORT FOOD 956 Parrett St EVANSVILLE, IN

(812) 467-4255

WAYGU BURGER PAIR THIS

Try Walton’s Waygu Burger with bacon and Colby Jack

BURGER WITH A

cheese. A Japanese style of raising cows, commonly known

MANGO WHEAT

great flavor. This burger is accompanied by french fries and

BLUE MOON

as Kobe, leaves their burger meat with better marbling for a their house jalapeño aioli.

PISTON’S BAR & GRILL 2131 W Franklin St EVANSVILLE, IN

(812) 401-1699

FIREBALL BURGER PAIR THIS

Try this sweet n’ tangy burger with bacon and pulled pork,

A PILSNER

BBQ sauce and white cheddar on a honey kaiser bun. With a

BURGER WITH URQUELL

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roasted for 14 hours and topped with pineapple, house made side of waffle fries and an ice cold brew, you can’t go wrong with this Evansville favorite!

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ARCHIE & CLYDE'S 8309 Bell Oaks Dr NEWBURGH, IN

(812) 490-7778

THE SLEEPER BURGER PAIR THIS

BURGER WITH A SMITH & FORGE HARD CIDER

Archie & Clyde’s burger is 1/2 lb of fresh USDA choice ground beef topped with provolone cheese, thick-cut crumbled

bacon, tator tots and an egg. This burger is so filling you’ll need a nap after your meal!

J’S SPORTSBAR 1602 Vann Ave EVANSVILLE, IN

(812) 401-2266

J’S BURGER

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BURGER WITH A COORS

BANQUET

J’s Burger is hand-pattied USDA choice ground beef topped

with thick-cut bacon, hash browns, and an egg over easy, served on Texas toast. A juicy char-broiled two-fisted burger fit for a hungry lunch or dinner appetite, served with one side. Try it, you’ll love it!

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NELLIE’S RESTAURANT 8566 Ruffian Ln NEWBURGH, IN

(812) 629-2142

JALAPEÑO BURGER PAIR THIS

1/2 lb of USDA choice ground beef, seared to perfection

BURGER WITH A

then topped with pepperjack cheese, onion rings, jalapeños

SUNSET WHEAT

masterpiece that you’ll want to savor the flavor for!

LEINENKUGEL'S

and mayo. Served on a sesame seed bun. A mouth-watering

American USDA choice

KC’S TIME OUT 1121 Washington Square, EVANSVILLE, IN

(812) 437-9920

100% angus beef topped your way with lettuce,

tomato, pickle, onion and an egg cooked your way,

KC’S BURGER

served on a fresh toasted

KC’S CORNER POCKET

good ol' American burger!

sesame seed bun. Just a

1819 N Fulton Ave, EVANSVILLE, IN

(812) 428-2255

DOUBLE BACON CHEESEBURGER

1/2 lb of 100% angus

beef, cheddar cheese and PAIR EITHER OF

THESE BURGERS

WITH A MILLER HIGH LIFE OR A COORS LIGHT

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crispy bacon topped with Sweet Baby Ray's bbq

sauce, served with potato chips on a fresh toasted

sesame seed bun. A taste explosion!

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MELLOW MUSHROOM 101 W 2nd St OWENSBORO, KY

(270) 684-7800

THE RITZ BURGER PAIR THIS

8oz. of 100% choice all natural black angus beef, USDA

PERONI NASTRO

with swiss cheese, carmelized onions, lettuce, tomatoes,

BURGER WITH A AZZURRO

certified from family owned & operated Harris Ranch. Topped pickles and a garlic olay mayo and served on a brioche bun.

Definitely an extra napkin burger, sure to please any craving!

LEGENDS SPORTS BAR & GRILL 4431 Springhill Dr Suite E, Owensboro, KY

(270) 240-5360

GREEN MONSTER BURGER

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BURGER WITH A GROLSCH

A 1/2 lb of premium burger made of USDA choice ground beef, ground chuck and brisket, then they add blackened thick-cut bacon, fried green tomatoes, provolone cheese, and red onion with homemade remoulade sauce. Served with pub chips.

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BAR LOUIE 7700 EAGLE CREST BLVD EVANSVILLE, IN

(812) 476-7069

SPIKED BULLEIT® BOURBON BURGER PAIR THIS

BURGER WITH A LEINENKUGEL’S HONEY WEISS

This monstrous burger at Bar Louie is sure to impress! Come try the Spiked Bulleit® Bourbon Burger covered in spiked house-made sauce with Bulleit® Bourbon, topped with

Cheddar, cream cheese, applewood smoked bacon, and crispy onion strings. Must be 21. (Sorry kiddos!)

BRU BURGER 222 Sycamore St EVANSVILLE, IN

(812) 302-3005

BBQ PORK BURGER PAIR THIS

BURGER WITH

A BLUE MOON BELGIAN WHITE

USDA choice ground beef, chuck and brisket hand-pattied,

seasoned with chipotle honey and topped with smoked bacon, caramelized onions, white cheddar cheese, onion rings and

bbq pulled pork. Dressed with black pepper mayo, served on a fresh toasted brioche bun. A BBQ lover's dream burger!

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EDGEWATER GRILLE 1 E Water St Newburgh, IN

(812) 858-2443

THE BELT BURGER

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BURGER WITH A Leinenkugel'S

Canoe Paddler

A USDA choice 1/2 lb ground chuck patty, topped with

American cheese, swiss cheese, applewood smoked bacon,

and egg over easy, with lettuce, tomato, pickle and onion on a fresh baked bun. Served with a side of fries. Order some extra napkins, because you're going to need them!

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Delizioso!: Popular food show continues to explore and support the area’s favorite eateries

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Tasting the

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fun and informative show dedicated to documenting the area’s best restaurants, Tasting the Tri-State has built a loyal following over the last five years in its weekend time slots on CBS and Fox 44 (just try to get that jingle out of your head, btw - it’s impossible). Host Laurie Manor, owner of ICR Advertising, Inc., is seriously passionate about food, a devotion nearly on par with her husband’s love for golf. We’re talking about Joe Blair, for those of you in the dark - the beloved radio & TV personality who steers the ship on Tasting the TriState’s sister program, Golfing the Tri-State.

Perhaps you know him best for his amusing impersonation of “the most interesting man in the world” in local commercial spots; or maybe you simply recognize his iconic voice.

At any rate, he’s a natural in front of both a microphone and a camera. So it only made sense to combine Blair’s vast experience in the entertainment field with his interest in showcasing the area’s many beautiful golf courses - the fact that he’d get to play nine holes with a club professional every week was a nice perk. Premiering in 2012, Golfing the Tri-State, like most everything Blair gets involved in, was a success. And long story short, that success led to another great idea.

“It was the beginning of the eat local/buy local movement,” Manor explains, looking back on the origin of Tasting the Tri-State. “So we hopped on that to give these restaurants the kudos and accolades they deserved.

Who are the local chefs making our food?”

That’s just one of the questions that the Food Network mega fan answers each week. As host, Manor has an easy rapport with her

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"It all began with the Pie Pan, a north side tradition for nearly 40 years. I'm so glad we did that as our first restaurant."

occasionally nervous subjects, expertly probing the tri-state’s sharpest culinary minds for information about their food, their business and more. You’d never guess that she’s technically still new to all of this. “I am not an on-air trained personality,” she freely admits. “But we just didn’t have the funds to pay for a known talent - and we also didn’t have an idea of how someone like that could possibly go [to the restaurants] when we needed them to be there.” So Manor just dove right in, never mind inexperience.

Sure, there was a learning curve and a few edits are inevitably needed for each episode to shine, but her sheer exuberance always wins out - as it has right from the very start back in 2013.

It all began with the Pie Pan, a north side tradition for nearly 40 years. “I’m so glad we did that as our first restaurant,” Manor says with a big smile. Many other tri-state favorites have followed over the years, including the Log Inn, a season three highlight that she cites as a turning point

for her comfort in the kitchen. “The whole Elpers family made me feel like I belonged right there - it was a blast,” she says. It’s also a lot of work. Tasting the Tri-State films 18 episodes per year, a process that starts in October and continues through to Thanksgiving, then picks back up again in the new year after all of the holiday decorations are stored away. Filming wraps up in April and then the behind the scenes magic happens as each show is polished and perfected at ICR, ultimately airing five months later. Again, it’s a slog sometimes, but after four seasons, the crew has the format down to a science - which includes shooting things out of sequence. The finished product, however, is seamless as Manor chats amiably with the chefs in the kitchen, observes their techniques and then transitions to the tasting table for further discussion about the highlighted dishes. Additionally, separate interview snippets are interspersed throughout each episode, moments that often reveal interesting backstories about the restaurant and the staff.

As is typical, the latest season of Tasting the Tri-State has featured a wide range of restaurants, including Raffi’s Oasis Cafe (Evansville’s east side), Carriage Inn (Haubstadt, IN), Little Italy (Evansville’s north side) and Dave’s Sticky Pig (Madisonville, KY). In case you’re keeping

score, that’s a lot of different types of food Mediterranean, Homestyle, Italian and BBQ - in a lot of different places. And to top it off, just as in past seasons, the new episodes have all ended with a “Just Desserts” segment that’s filmed offsite at the Faith Bible Church kitchen where delicious baked goods are created to tempt your sweet tooth. Getting hungry?

Week in and week out, Tasting the Tri-State proves that we have some of the most amazing restaurants in the Midwest, bar none - something that Manor believes wholeheartedly and sums up in one simple sentence: “In my opinion, local food is the best food.”

Catch Tasting the Tri-state Saturday at 6:30 a.m. on CBS and Sunday at 6 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. on FOX and 10:30 a.m. on CBS.

*Attention viewers: go to tastingthetristate.com and sign up for the Tasting Club for a chance to win free food and various prize packs!

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POTATO FACTS We hear a lot about how bananas are great for you because of the potassium they boast, but guess what has even more potassium? You got it — a potato!

The name potato comes from the American Indian word “batata.”

How did potatoes first gain the spotlight? Marie Antoinette wore a crown of potato blossoms in a parade in France.

Potatoes are actually fat free and only 110 calories each. Of course, this isn’t the case if you load them up with sour cream and butter or eat them only as french fries!

The world’s largest potato weighed in at a whopping 8 pounds and 4 ounces.

“Evansvillians take their flavor of spud-centric side dish seriously.”

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Po-TAY-to, Po-TAH-to: A Tale of Two Salads

Examining the different sides of a classic side dish When thinking of classic rivalries, a few notable ones comes to mind: North vs.

South, Republican vs. Democrat, Cubs vs.

Cardinals… mayonnaise-based vs. vinegarbased potato salad? Okay, so maybe you weren’t thinking of that last one, but it exists; just visit any summertime community gathering or 4th of July party if you don’t believe me. Just like basketball, Ski, and Grippo’s, Evansvillians take their flavor of spud-centric side dish seriously. But is one objectively better than the other?

To answer that question, maybe a little history about this tuber-ular (the bad puns are starting already!) treat is in order. According to the arbiter of all that is factual and true on the internet - Wikipedia - potato salad as we know it started as “kartoffelsalat” in Germany (in case the name wasn’t a dead giveaway of the country). It’s interesting - or at least as interesting as the history of potato salad can be - to note that there were two different words for “potato” in Germany up through at least the 1800s: “kartoffel” and “erdapfel.” Digging even further down the historical rabbit hole, I found that a regional difference was responsible for the two words, with northern Germany being the origin of the former and southern Germany the latter.

Given that the accepted original name was “kartoffelsalat,” it seems safe to say it was born

of the northern portion of the country.

But just like a late-night infomercial, wait, because there’s more. Vinegar-based salad is often referred to as “German potato salad,” whereas “American potato salad” is most commonly made with mayonnaise. However, it’s said that the traditional northern German preparation revolved around mayonnaise, meaning that it would seem it and its American counterpart are likely the original recipe.

It doesn’t stop there, though, because apparently potato salad is huge in Guam thanks to the U.S. of A. Soldiers stationed on military bases there introduced it to the natives, who quickly adopted it as a new tradition of their own. No local fiesta is complete without it, and the women charged with preparing it apparently take it very seriously. They often sculpt pimentos and hard-boiled eggs into various shapes such as flowers, and then grate the yolks to serve as garnish. And since it came from American soldiers, you can bet they’re primarily making it in the American way.

Does that mean I think mayonnaise as the main ingredient is better? Nope - I’m a heathen who loves his made from mustard.

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Millennial

Cooking Trends

“I’ve noticed three major trends in my generation’s approach to food.”

Local 20-something finds out firsthand what it takes to eat on a tight budget Trends in food come and go for every generation, be it an internet fascination with bacon a few years back or the latest fad diet that’ll turn out to be horrible for one’s body in the long term.

Us millennials are no exception.

Thanks to a perfect storm of moving costs and the holiday season, I’ve come to embrace both guiding principles to the 20-something diet with a $15 per week maximum grocery budget.

In doing so I’ve noticed three major trends in my generation’s approach to food.

1. Making the old new again While it’s in vogue now to hate on “hipster aesthetics” like using Mason jars for every vaguely liquid food type imaginable, it’s worth noting these trends come from somewhere for a good reason. Sure, the concept of overnight oats has been repeated ad-nauseum by Pinterest addicts and health blogs without any real health qualifications, but the concept of putting oats and fruit in milk to soak overnight has existed since the turn of the 20th century.

In the end, I’ve found myself too fickle to commit to having oats the night before. That said, I’ve been bitten by the millennial bug of tossing chia seeds in with my microwaved oats for an extra filling protein boost. There’s a visual issue of throwing a bunch of tiny EVANSVILLEDINING.COM

black dots into a bowl of something I want to eat, but in the end, they add a fun texture and are one of those magic ingredients that I buy one bag of that somehow lasts nine months of almost daily use. This fulfils the trifecta of millennial requirements in a recipe: low-cost, high nutritional content, and fast preparation.

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2. Freezer fanatics Thanks to the TV dinner taking off in the 1950s I can capitalize on decades of research into which foods survive the freezing process with maximum tastiness when re-heated. At the beginning of my trend-focused cooking adventure, I spent two hours doing nothing but combining a pan of home fries, 18 tortillas, and a dozen scrambled eggs with salsa to create 17 (I got hungry) deliciously uniform and foil-wrapped frozen burritos.

Over two week’s worth of morning meals heated in two minutes for only $0.88 per burrito, including the cost of the aluminum foil.

3. Improvisation Like good comedy, the better you are at cooking dictates how reliant you are on a strict script. Recipes become more of a set of guidelines than something one must be slavishly dedicated to. I’m by no means an expert cook at 26, but I have had some people act shocked when hearing I wing it or go off a recipe on a whim. Case in point, in my quest to maximize on a simple six serving chili recipe I’d found online I tossed some flour in with the spices and went full Cincinnati with two cups of pasta thrown in the mix to stretch that pot of deliciousness into 10 servings of an equally delicious thick casserole perfect for brown-bag work lunches. - Gavin Gaddis WHAT’S COOKIN’! 2018 | 27

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The area's best drink s appetizers & are at your fing ertips!

DRINKand APPETIZER Delicious awaits!

An adult beverage or two certainly sounds inviting, doesn't it - just to take the edge off?

And how about a delicious appetizer to round out the occasion? Well, you're in luck.

On the following pages, you'll find a great selection of the best drinks and apps from some of the most popular bars and restaurants this area has to offer.

If you're not both thirsty and hungry by the time you reach the end, be sure to check your pulse. You may not have one.

Enjoy!

guide!

DRINK & APPETIZER GUIDE INDEX

GERST HAUS - PG 28 J'S SPORTSBAR - PG 28 OLD CHICAGO - PG 29 KC'S CORNER POCKET - PG 29 BAR LOUIE - PG 30 FRANKLIN ST. TAVERN - PG 30 LAMASCO - PG 31 THE DAPPER PIG - PG 31

PISTON'S - PG 32 BOKEH LOUNGE - PG 32 SPORTSMAN'S - PG 33 SMITTY'S - PG 33 WESTERN RIBEYE - PG 34 ARCHIE & CLYDE'S - PG 34 WALTON’S INTERNATIONAL COMFORT FOOD - PG 35

Gerst Haus

ADDRESS: 2100 W Franklin St, Evansville, IN PHONE: (812) 424-1420

J's Sportsbar ADDRESS: 1602 Vann Ave, Evansville, IN PHONE: (812) 401-2266

FOUNDERS Breakfast Stout

DRINK The featured beer is Breakfast Stout from Founders Brewery in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

The beer is a double chocolate coffee oatmeal stout that clocks in at 8.3% ABV. Rich and dark, this beer

CATFISH BITES

stands alone or pairs well with a number of foods, especially chocolate cookies, cakes and desserts.

APPETIZER Come on in to J's for our famous catfish bites! Perfect for an appetizer or as a meal on their own. They're crispy and tender and if you try them once, they will be a favorite every visit.

All I w an is a co t for Christ mas cktail Sport from J's sbar!

GERST HAUS

APPETIZER

PHENOMENAL PRETZEL

Our GIANT soft pretzel pairs well with any of our 49 beers on tap!

It's bigger than your head and served with delicious beer cheese.

If this picture isn't a good enough reason to come in and try it, we don't know what is!

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J's HOLIDAZE

DRINK

COCKTAIL

Our featured drink is the J's Holidaze Cocktail. Perfect for an after dinner drink or holiday get together with friends. Stop by and try this featured cocktail or one of our other signature drinks at our full bar!

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Old Chicago

ADDRESS: 6550 E Lloyd Expy, Evansville, IN PHONE: (812) 401-1400

DRINK

KC's Corner Pocket Bar & Grill ADDRESS: 1819 N Fulton Ave, Evansville, IN PHONE: (812) 428-2255

All o for on f this food ly in and $4.00! Com e try it today !

As the Craft Beer Authority, Old Chicago is committed to bringing you all of the best local and regional craft beers.

Exclusive brews, rotating tap handles, and over 90 craft beers on the menu, let OC help you discover your new

CRAFT BEERS

favorite craft beer.

KC'S BREAKFAST SPECIAL

BREAKFAST Our KC's Breakfast Special is the breakfast of heros! For only $4.00 you get 2 eggs, sausage, bacon, hash browns and two pieces of toast. What better way to start your day! Pair it with a delicious Bloody Mary or our Breakfast Slammer featured below.

BLOODY MARY & SICILIAN PEPPERONI ROLLS

APPETIZER One of Old Chicago’s signature menu items. Our signature dough with pepperoni, fresh green onions, and cheese. Baked and served with pizza sauce.

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DRINK

BREAKFAST SLAMMER

Try our perfect Bloody Mary loaded with olives and celery! Follow it up with our Breakfast Slammer. It's a shot of Jameson Whiskey, a shot of Baileys and a shot of Orange Juice toppoed with a hearty piece of bacon. After three shots and the piece of bacon you will think you just drank a caramel flavored waffle!

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Bar Louie

ADDRESS: 7700 Eagle Crest Blvd, Evansville, IN PHONE: (812) 476-7069

Franklin St. Tavern

ADDRESS: 2126 W Franklin St, Evansville, IN PHONE: (812) 401-1313

APPETIZER Delicious smoked Chicken thighs with celery and your choice of blue cheese or ranch!

This appetizer is big enough for a meal and comes with a side of chips. This

LOUIE'S

Bucket O' Bones will

SANGRIA

have you coming

DRINK

back for more!

A refreshing Red Sangria with just the right amount of fruit! A perfect afternoon fix for the daily grind! Enjoy a pitcher with friends.

SMOKED CHICKEN THIGHS

We have several exotic flavors available. Come on in and try one today!

our Try all of ff of ts sho o delicious menu! our shot

DRINK Franklin St. Tavern is the best place to party with friends, and what better way to start the night off than with a

VOODOO PASTA

ENTREE

round of shots! Try our Loco Nut Club shot made with Sambrosia

Our Voodoo Pasta pairs perfectly with our fresh Sangria! It is a house

and Captain Loco

favorite here at Bar Louie. A light cream sauce seasoned with just

Nut, sprinkled with

a hint of cajun and spices, fresh veggies with sausage and chicken

cinnamon and sugar!

simmered together and served over pasta. It's exceptionally good!

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LOCO NUT CLUB SHOT

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Lamasco

ADDRESS: 1331 W Franklin St, Evansville, IN PHONE: (812) 437-0171

The Dapper Pig ADDRESS: 1112 Parrett St, Evansville, IN PHONE: (812) 401-3333

APPETIZER A healthy serving of Fried Green Tomatoes is just what you need to start off a meal at The Dapper Pig! The crispy coating and delicious dipping sauces pair perfectly together. Get in here

GINGER ELF

and try it today!

DRINK With the holiidays around the corner, get in the spirit with the Ginger Elf from Lamasco! It's a sugar coated rim with Pinnacle whipped

FRIED GREEN TOMATOES

vodka, Domaine Canton Ginger Liqueur and Ginger Ale. Try this seasonal cocktail with our homemade Chili, our fantastic tenderloin or anything else on our menu.

APPETIZER When you're in the mood for some pub grub but can't decide what sounds good, try our Get Lamascoed Platter with a little something

AWAY IN THE

for everyone. Served

DRINK

with your choice of dipping sauces and

MANGER

The Away in the Manger is Corsair spiced rum, Alagna vermouth

paired perfectly with

bianco, Chocolate bitters, Orange bitters and fresh citrus. This pairs

an ice cold beer!

perfectly with Shrimp and Grits, Chicken and Waffles or a Cast Iron

Perfect for sharing.

Pork Chop!

GET LAMASCOED PLATTER

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Piston's Bar & Grill Bokeh Lounge ADDRESS: 2131 W Franklin St, Evansville, IN PHONE: (812) 401-1699

ADDRESS: 1007 Parrett St, Evansville, IN PHONE: (812) 909-0388

DRINK Try The Purple Haze at Bokeh! It's 360 Lemon and 360 Raspberry Vodka with Grenadine, Blue Curacao and

CHEESE

APPETIZER

a splash of 7-Up.

TWINKIES

Call your friends and make it a Bokeh

Try our famous Cheese Twinkies!

night! We have live

They are hand breaded real

entertainment on the

mozzarella cheese sticks, deep

weekends.

fried to a golden brown and

THE PURPLE HAZE

served with tangy marinara dipping sauce.

er f our oth Try one o zers too! peti classic ap

APPETIZER Try our classic Beer Cheese and bacon fries! A healthy portion of french fries covered with cheese and

Sweet Balls

DRINK Sweet Balls is a refreshing mixture of Fireball, Peach Schnapps, Apple Pucker and finished off with lemon-lime soda. Try one at Piston's with your friends while you're watching the big game on one of our giant TV screens.

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crispy bacon served with ranch dressing for dipping. Pairs perfectly with one of our ice cold beers on tap!

BOKEH BEER CHEESE FRIES

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Sportsman's

ADDRESS: 2315 W Franklin St, Evansville, IN PHONE: (812) 422-0801

Smitty's Italian Steakhouse

ADDRESS: 2109 W Franklin St, Evansville, IN PHONE: (812) 423-6280

ENTREES Try a delicious bowl of our sauteed broccoli in garlic butter sauce served on top of a bed of noodles with our

Broccoli Fettuccine

famous Fettuccine

Alfredo

Alfredo. Or try our

SPORTSMAN'S STEAK FRITES

22 oz. Porterhouse Steak seasoned and

APPETIZER

charbroiled, aged

A special treat for steak and fries lovers. Charbroiled strips of ribeye

to perfection and

steak on top of fresh cut fries, served with a creamy horseradish

served with a side of

sauce. Top it with an egg or two, and you have the breakfast of

Smitty's House Salad

champions!

with Italian Dressing.

22 OZ. PORTERHOUSE STEAK

DRINK Samuel Adams Oktoberfest draft. The season is here for fall

DRINK

flavored crafts. Enjoy an ice cold one litre

The Snickerdoodle

stein of our season's

Martini is the perfect way

best brew!

to brighten your day. It's so refreshing and has just the right amount of cocoa sprinkles to take away the stress of the hustle and bustle of the holidays!

OKTOBERFEST DRAFT BEER

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SNICKERDOODLE MARTINI

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Western Ribeye ADDRESS: 1401 N Boeke Rd, Evansville, IN PHONE: (812) 476-5405

Archie & Clyde's ADDRESS: 8309 Bell Oaks Dr, Newburgh, IN PHONE: (812) 490-7778

DRINK Our Holiday Margarita is made with Quervo Gold and sure to please

DRINK

your tastebuds with a little holiday cheer!

A definite winter pour over the rocks for the season or with a fresh brewed hot cup of coffee. Ask about purchasing your own bottle for the bourbon drinker on your list!

WOODFORD RESERVE Specially blended for Archie & Clyde's

HOLIDAY MARGARITA

t ou'll wan So good y p after! na to take a

APPETIZER Our Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail is an ideal lead-in to one of

ENTREE

Western Ribeye's

The name Sleeper

fantastic entrees. The

Burger says it all! If you

shrimp is always fresh

can finish this juicy,

and chock full of

dynamic, piled high

goodness. But what

burger with a side of

makes it really pop

fries, you're definitely

is the homemade

going to need a nap

cocktail sauce that

because it fills you up!

adds just the right amount of zing!

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SLEEPER BURGER Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail

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Walton’s International Comfort Food ADDRESS: 956 Parrett St, Evansville, IN PHONE: (812) 467-4255

NACHOS

APPETIZER Corn tortilla chips piled high, topped with spicy chorizo, grilled shrimp, house-made pico de gallo, shredded lettuce, salsa and sour cream, served with a side of queso blanco and picked jalapenos

DRINK Our twist on a margarita featuring Suerte Tequila ( your choice of Blanco, Reposado, or Añejo), PAMA Pomegranate Liqueur, Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur, and a spicy salt rim.

SUERTE CALIENTE

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O’BRIAN’S SPORTS BA

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O’BRIAN’S

SPORTS BAR

& GRILL O O’Brian’s has been a fixture of Evansville’s

east side for over a decade now. With their

“In keeping true to the

great drink specials, plenty of TVs airing all

name of the bar, they take

the big games, lots of live music, and, of course,

a uniquely Irish approach

their numerous pool tables, they’ve garnered a reputation as one of the best places to grab a drink with friends. But have you tried their food?

to the old standby with their Irish Potato Nachos.”

Because if you haven’t, you’re missing out.

As much as I love beer (and trust me, I do indeed love beer), I also love good bar food to go with it. And few things pair better with a few cold ones than a big, juicy burger, and the Chipotle Burger fills that role beautifully. A hefty patty with fried onion strings and - of course - chipotle sauce rest in between two thick slices of Texas toast. The chipotle sauce is just the right mix of smoky and tangy, the patty is grilled perfectly, and the onions add a nice crunch without overpowering the flavor. The fries served with it sit somewhere between steak fries and mini potato wedges, are lightly seasoned, and have a crisp consistency that underlines the freshness of the food.

Seemingly every bar has nachos, but not like O’Brian’s. In keeping true to the name of the bar, they take a uniquely Irish approach to the old standby with their Irish Potato Nachos. Rather than your standard

tortilla chips, they load up a bed of thin-cut potatoes with crumbled bacon, chicken, cilantro, and chives with a drizzling of the same chipotle sauce as the burger. They’re served with one cup of salsa and one of sour cream for either dipping or spreading on top.

While egg rolls might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of bar food, their Southwest Egg Roll will change that. Despite starting with a fairly standard shell, it’s filled with spinach, corn, cheese, and cilantro. I’d like to thank the server for suggesting that I dip it in the southwest ranch sauce - it complements it incredibly well.

Cheese fries are another staple of sports bars. But just like with the nachos, they’re not afraid to do something different, and once again, taking a chance pays off.

Dubbed Pizza Fries, they start with straight cut French fries and smother them in mozzarella, pepperoni, crumbled sausage, and pepper.

Whether it’s lunch time, dinner time, or party time, stop in and check out the great food! - Jonathan Gluff

1801 N. Green River Rd. | Evansville, IN | 812-401-4630

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THE DELI TROPICANA EVANSVILLE 421 NW RIVERSIDE DRIVE | EVANSVILLE, IN | 812-433-4000

The opening of the new land-based casino brings with it the welcome addition of new restaurants. One such eatery is downtown Evansville’s only 24-hour restaurant, The Deli. Serving a variety of both cold and hot sandwiches as well as an array of snacks, drinks, and coffee, they’re conveniently located just inside the casino. I recently had the distinct pleasure of sitting down with Chef Chuck Subra to sample some of their many offerings.

My first sampling was their Deluxe Ham & Cheese.

It seems simple enough - multiple layers of ham interspersed with white cheddar and American cheeses, but it’s cooked to just the right temperature to allow the cheeses to melt while leaving the ham juicy and tender.

The second submission

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was an age-old favorite, The Reuben. Lots of places brag about their take on this delicatessen staple, but few can back it up; The Deli falls into that elite group. All too often, these fall victim to too much sauerkraut or drowning in Thousand Island. Thankfully, both of these components are represented in perfect proportion to the corned beef and the beautiful marble rye.

Next, I was presented with their take on another traditional ‘wich: Roast Beef.

But this is anything but “traditional.”

The Paninipressed

wheat berry bread provides the canvas, while the Vidalia onion jam and smoked gouda finish the masterpiece.

In addition to the hot sandwiches - available every day from 10 a.m. until 2 a.m. - they also feature a selection of “grab 'n go” sandwiches. I tried their Tropicana Club, featuring lettuce, tomato, avocado, and applewood smoked bacon complementing perfectly cooked turkey breast. These sandwiches, along with their selection of coffee and energy drinks, are a great option for grabbing something quick before work or on a short lunch break.

They also feature Zapp’s chips, a brand from Chef Subra’s native Louisiana.

One bag of their Voodoo or Sweet Pimento Cream Cheese chips may have you blasphemously doubting whether Grippo’s really is the best chip around.

The Deli's ease of access can’t be overlooked, either.

Sitting just inside the main entrance from the casino’s parking garage, it couldn't be much easier to quickly get in and out. And being accessible from said garage means you won't even need an umbrella on a rainy day.

Whether you’re fueling up after trying your luck in the casino, need a bite before work, craving something late at night, or just looking for someplace new, swing

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GANGNAM KOREAN BB

GANGNAM

KOREAN

BBQ

O

518 MAIN STREET | EVANSVILLE, IN | 812-550-1171

“In other words, a trip to Gangnam is more than just an opportunity to enjoy a delicious, new cuisine - it’s an experience.”

After successfully opening a location in Owensboro, KY, Gangnam Korean BBQ owners Sarah and Joseph Kim decided to bring the flavors of Korea to the Main Street walkway in Evansville - a welcome addition to the burgeoning downtown area. Housed in the historic building formerly occupied by Maingate Bar & Grill, this new restaurant - much like its popular predecessor - serves a carefully crafted, authentic menu with fresh ingredients and homemade dishes. Inside, the ambiance has the feel of a larger city, and the bar boasts the option to watch the sushi chef at work while enjoying one of over 30 craft beers or an extensive line of Korean spirits such as Soju, a sweet rice vodka. Flat-screen TVs flank large booths with a private feel, plenty of tables provide seating for parties, and low, colorful lighting creates a relaxing vibe.

In other words, a trip to Gangnam is more than just an opportunity to enjoy a delicious, new cuisine - it’s an experience.

The sushi chefs are spot-on with everything from specialty rolls to the Crazy Salmon, one of the restaurant’s most requested dishes - a hefty roll stuffed with avocado and roe, wrapped in warm, tender salmon and drizzled with a variety of sauces.

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also can’t get enough of the Pork Bulgoki - a sweet and spicy traditional dish, made with marinated Berkshire cutlets, scallions, sweet peppers, and fresh garlic, cooked to order and served with rice. Highly recommended. And if possible, be sure to save room for Beef Sizzling Bibim-Bap thinly-sliced, flavorful strips of beef, seasoned vegetables and spinach, mixed with chili pepper paste, served in a sizzling rock pot of rice

and topped with an egg. In the mood for dessert? How about Korean Fried Cake tempura-battered, deep-fried cheesecake drizzled with syrup and dolloped with whipped cream and maraschino cherries. Heaven.

The flavor combinations are Stop in and give Gangnam refreshing, light, and the pieces a try at their new downtown are manageable. Other favorites Evansville location - or visit the include the Volcano, a creation original Owensboro restaurant with a taste that definitely lives if you’re in the western up to the presentation - jumbo Kentucky area. Either way, you’ll shrimp rolled into a mound, be glad you did! coated with crunchy tempura flakes, sauces, Hours: Mon-Thurs 11 a.m.-2 p.m. & 5 p.m.-10 p.m. / Fri 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. and green onions. & 5 p.m.- 11 p.m. / Sat 5 p.m.- 11 p.m. / Sun noon- 9 p.m. Kids’ Menu/ Reservations Accepted (online/ text). For more info, visit gangnamjoe.com Gangnam customers EVANSVILLEDINING.COM

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PIPIN' HOT

PIZZA GUIDE!

Find your local favorite s! on these page

PIZZA GUIDE INDEX

As many of you know, the tri-state is home to some truly amazing pizza - all types, too. Cracker crust, thin crust, thick crust, deep dish, sauces galore and endless choices of toppings...it's all out there somewhere.

So check out the rather impressive list of local restaurants that we've compiled and take a good look at their tasty pics that are sure to get you in the mood for a Pipin' Hot Pizza!

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HARMES PIZZA - PG 41

ROUNDERS PIZZA - PG 41 PIZZA KING - PG 42 KC's - PG 42 ANGELO'S - PG 43 BAR LOUIE - PG 43 FPF - PG 44 Carolyn's - PG 44 Maloney's - PG 45 Lyle's - PG 45 Old Chicago - PG 46 Turoni's - PG 46 Pangea - PG 47 Smitty's - PG 47

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HARMES UNA PIZZA Open Daily at 5pm Monday-Sunday 967 S Kentucky Ave, Evansville, IN 47714 (812) 426-2600

WHY CUSTOMERS LOVE HARMES UNA PIZZA! "It all starts with the bottom of the crust to the top of the pizza, with no skimpin' allowed!"

H A R M E S

UNA PIZZA

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Home of the Grippo's Pizza

ROUNDERS PIZZA Open Tues-Fri at 11am • Sat at 12pm Sun at 4:00pm • Closed Mon 510 West Mill Rd. Evansville, IN (812) 424-4960

Taco Pizza

Stromboli

Big Daddy 20" Meatsa Pizza

WHY CUSTOMERS LOVE ROUNDERS PIZZA! "Customers love that it's the best kept pizza secret on the north side!

Famous Nameless Pizza Pie

The Viv

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PIZZA KING

Check our website for the hours of our three locations!

East Side (Weinbach) West Side (St. Joe) Newburgh (Hwy 66) East: (812) 476-4941 • West: (812) 424-7976 Newburgh: (812) 853-3368

WHY CUSTOMERS LOVE PIZZA KING! "BECAUSE FOR 50 YEARS WE'VE BEEN SERVING OUR SO GOOD, UNIQUE GROUND PEPPERONI TOPPING FOR YOUR PIZZAS!" LIKE US ON FACEBOOK!

serving the Tri-state since 1966

Deluxe Pizza

Stromboli

Pepperoni Pizza

KC'S TIME OUT

1121 Washington Sq Evansville, Indiana, IN 47715 812) 437-9920

KC'S CORNER POCKET

KCs

CORNER P CKET

1819 N Fulton Ave Evansville, Indiana, IN 47710 (812) 428-2255

BAR&GRILL

KC's Time Out

KC'S MARINA POINTE

1801 Waterworks Road Evansville, Indiana, IN 47713 (812) 422-0400

WHY CUSTOMERS LOVE KC'S PIZZA!

"Customers love our pizzas because they are simply the best!"

KC's Corner Pocket

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Kc's Marina Pointe

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ANGELO'S

Open Mon-Thurs 11am-9pm • Fri 11am-10pm Sat 4pm-10pm • Closed Sun 305 Main St, Evansville, IN 47708 (812) 428-6666 8000 Bell Oaks Dr, Newburgh, IN 47630 (812) 853-8364

WHY CUSTOMERS LOVE ANGELO'S PIZZA! "It's simple, Fresh ingredients on top of New York Style Homemade crusts!"

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Stuffed Pie

Pepperoni

Greek Pizza

BAR LOUIE

Open Mon-Sat 11am-2am Sun 10am-11pm 7700 Eagle Crest Blvd, Evansville, IN 47715 (812) 476-7069

WHY CUSTOMERS LOVE BAR LOUIE FLATBREADS! "because our flatbreads are loaded up with fresh tasty toppings, baked perfectly for a flavor none other thAn WOW!"

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FRANKLIN STREET PIZZA FACTORY

Open Tues-Thurs 11am-10pm Fri-Sat 11am-11pm Sun 11am-8pm Closed on Monday 2033 W Franklin St, Evansville, IN 47712 (812) 602-3028

WHY CUSTOMERS LOVE FRANKLIN STREET PIZZA FACTORY! "ONE-OF-A-KIND Pizza that Freakin' ROcks" LIKE US ON FACEBOOK!

Club Supreme

Bacon Cheeseburger

CAROLYN'S COUNTRY PIZZARIA Open Wed-Thurs 4pm-9pm Fri-Sat 4pm-10pm Sunday 12pm-8pm 6800 N S RD 161, Tennyson, IN (812) 567-4444

Meat Lovers

La Dolce Vita

WHY CUSTOMERS LOVE CAROLYN'S PIZZA! "THEIR THIN HOMEMADE CRACKER STYLE CRUST MADE DAILY AND PREPARED WITH A GENEROUS AMOUNT OF FRESH INGREDIENTS THEN TOPPED WITH MOZZARELLA CHEESE AND STONE BAKED TO A GOLDEN BROWN GIVING THE CRUST ITS CRACKER LIKE STYLE." LIKE US ON FACEBOOK!

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Sunday thru Thursday 11am-11pm Friday & Saturday 11am-12am 3030 Highland Pointe Dr, Owensboro, KY 42303 (270) 684-8080

WHY CUSTOMERS LOVE MALONEY'S PIZZA! "ONLY THE FRESHEST INGREDIENTS PILED HIGH ON TOP OF MADE FROM SCRATCH CRACKER CRUST DOUGH FOR A FLAVOR LIKE NO OTHER"

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LYLE'S SPORTSZONE Sunday thru Thursday 11am-12am Friday and Saturday 11am-3am 1404 E Morgan Ave, Evansville, IN 47711 (812) 425-7729

WHY CUSTOMERS LOVE LYLE'S SPORTSZONE "THEY'VE GOT THE BEST DAMN TAVERN PIZZA IN TOWN - TAKES TWO HANDS TO EAT IT!"

Breakfast Pizza

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OLD CHICAGO

Open Monday-Saturday 11am-2am Sunday 11am-12am 6550 E Lloyd Expy, Evansville, IN 47715 (812) 401-1400 LIKE US ON FACEBOOK!

WHY CUSTOMERS LOVE OLD CHICAGO PIZZA! Guests love Old Chicago! Our OC Rewards program with the World Beer Tour rewards foodies and craft beer aficionados alike. We are the local hangout where you are welcome to “come as you are”, to catch up, celebrate, or cheer on your favorite team with family and friends, all while enjoying a specialty pizza, handcrafted burger, or the latest local brew.

Chicago 7

Meat Me

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TURONI'S PIZZA

Check our website for hours of our three locations!

Newburgh: 8011 Bell Oaks Drive • (812) 490-5555 Downtown: 408 North Main Street • (812) 424-9871 East: 4 N. Weinbach Ave. • (812) 477-7500

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WHY CUSTOMERS LOVE TURONI'S PIZZA! "For Evansville natives, Turoni’s Pizzery and Brewery transcends award winning thin-crust pizza and craft beer. To them, it represents memories of first dates, hot pepperoni pizza after a football game on Friday night, first pints, celebrating birthdays, engagements, newborns. For those that have left, a must have for homecomings, and for those that have stayed, a gathering place for family, friends and good clean fun. Simply put, for many of us, Turoni’s is home."

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Pepperoni

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PANGEA KITCHEN

Open Tuesday - Thursday 11am-9pm Friday & Saturday 11am-10pm Closed Sunday & Monday 111 S Green River Rd E, Evansville, IN 477154 (812) 401-2404

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WHY CUSTOMERS LOVE PANGEA At Pangea Kitchen old-world traditions meld with new world adaptations, creating a destination for those who have a taste for the unexpected. Our global soul food market invites you to sit down and enjoy the view as your food is being crafted to order using the finest house-made and imported ingredients

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WALTON'S

INTERNATIONAL COMFORT FOOD

Open Mon-Thurs 11am-10pm, Fri 11am-11pm Sat 9am-11pm and Sun 9am-9pm 956 Parrett Street Evansville, IN 47708 (812) 467-4255

Diavola

Apple Pie

WHY CUSTOMERS LOVE WALTON'S PIZZA! Walton's pizza is prepared in a wood-fired brick oven! The pig & fig pizza is a sweet combination of fig jam, proscuitto, and gorgonzola crumbles. The Greek is Kalamata olives, spinach, sweet red peppers, Sun-dried tomato pesto and feta cheese crumbles. and Lastly the Margherita is an italian classic with roma tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil, topped with shaved parmesan cheese.

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What about pasta?

SMITTY'S

Open Tues-Thurs 11am-10pm Fri & Sat 11am-11pm Sun 11am-9pm Closed on Monday 2109 W Franklin St, Evansville, IN 47712 (812) 423-6280

Baked Spaghetti

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WHY CUSTOMERS LOVE SMITTY'S PASTA! "FRESH INGREDIENTS, DISHES MADE FROM SCRATCH FOR A TRUE ITALIAN EXPERIENCE!"

Broccoli Chicken Alfredo

Spinach Shrimp Pasta

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IT’S PROVING TO BE A VERY TASTY YEAR INDEED! WE COMPILED A LIST OF RECIPES FROM LOCAL RESTAURANTS AND LOYAL WHAT’S COOKIN’ FANS THAT YOUR FAMILY IS SURE TO LOVE!

HAM & CHEESE SAVORY CHEESECAKE FOR CRUST:

3 cups Saltine Crackers 1 cup grated Parmesan Cheese ½ cup melted butter

FOR FILLING:

1# diced ham 2# cream cheese, softened 4 eggs, lightly beaten 8oz can pineapple tidbits in juice, drained 2 to 2 1/2 cups, Swiss cheese ¼ tsp garlic powder ¼ tsp black or white pepper ¼ tsp salt

DIRECTIONS:

In a bowl, combine the Saltine Crackers crumbs, Parmesan cheese and butter; set aside ¼ cup for the topping. Press the remaining crumb mixture onto the bottom of a greased 9-inch spring foam pan. Cover & refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

In a skillet, heat the ham until lightly browned; set aside.

In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low until just combined. Add the ham, pineapple, cheese, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Beat until just combined. Pour into crust. Sprinkle with the reserved crumb mixture.

Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 325 degrees for 70 to 90 minutes or until filling is almost set. Turn oven off. Leave cheesecake in the oven with the door ajar for 30 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around the edge of the pan to loosen. Cool the cheesecake for additional 1 hour. Remove the cheesecake from the pan. Refrigerate overnight, if serving chilled. Serve with Crackers or French Baquette.

Makes 24 servings.

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TOMATO BASIL SOUP INGREDIENTS:

1- 28oz chopped tomatoes 2 tbsp butter 2 - 11oz cans tomato purée 1 - 49oz chicken broth 1 clove garlic 2 tbsp dried basil 1 cup parmesan 1 pint half and half

DIRECTIONS:

Sauté garlic and add rest of ingredients. Heat to serve. For added flavor, fry some bacon and add the crumbles to the soup.

You can also add parmesan crisps when serving.

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Bacon-Wrapped Cheese-Stuffed Chicken INGREDIENTS:

4 oz cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded 1 lb (4 four-ounces each) boneless, skinless chicken breasts 8 slices thin cut bacon Paprika to taste 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

DIRECTIONS:

In a bowl, combine cream cheese and cheddar cheese. Form into about 2 to 3-inch length and 1/2-inch thickness (make sure they will fit the cut you make on the chicken). Wrap each cheese log in plastic film and freeze for about 10 to 15 minutes or until firm.

Trim chicken of any excess fat. Make a small slit on top of meat, but not cutting all the way through. Remove the plastic film and insert the cheese log into the slit. Wrap chicken with bacon and place in a single layer on a cast iron skillet or baking dish. Season with paprika to taste and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Bake in a 400 F oven for about 30 to 35 minutes or until thermometer inserted in center of chicken reads 165 F. Broil for about 1 to 2 minutes or until bacon crisps. Serve hot.

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Chicken & Broccoli Alfredo Stuffed Shells INGREDIENTS:

1 (12 oz.) box Jumbo Shells 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder Salt and pepper, to taste 1 (12 oz.) bag frozen broccoli florets (steamed then chopped) 1 (16 oz.) jar Alfredo sauce OR use the homemade Alfredo recipe listed 1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

ALFREDO SAUCE INGREDIENTS:

3 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup heavy cream 1 1/4 cups whole milk 2/3 cup freshly shredded Parmesan 3/4 cup freshly shredded Mozzarella cheese Salt and pepper, to taste

DIRECTIONS:

Cook pasta shells according to package instructions, just until al dente. Drain water and lay shells out on a large cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. Let shells cool completely.

FOR HOMEMADE ALFREDO SAUCE Combine butter, garlic, heavy cream and milk in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan and Mozzarella cheese. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

FOR STUFFING SHELLS: In a large bowl add chicken, garlic powder, salt and pepper and chopped broccoli. Toss to combine. Pour in 1 cup Alfredo sauce and stir together. Add a spoonful of Alfredo sauce to the bottom of a greased 9x13inch baking pan. Fill shells with a large spoonful of chicken and broccoli mixture and place in prepared pan.

Pour remaining Alfredo sauce evenly over the shells. Sprinkle tops with Mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F. for 25 minutes or until warm and bubbly. Serve and enjoy!

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MINI CHOCOLATE CHIP CHEESECAKES INGREDIENTS:

2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened ¾ cup granulated sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ¾ cup miniature chocolate chips

1 tablespoon sugar For the whipped cream: 1 cup heavy whipping cream 2 tablespoons sugar optional: ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

For the crust: 1 cup crushed graham crackers 3 tablespoons butter, melted

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Use a food processor (or Ziploc bag) to make graham cracker crumbs. Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter. Press a heaping tablespoon of crumbs into the bottom of each cavity. In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, beat cream cheese and sugar together. Add eggs, one at a time, and vanilla until well combined. Stir in miniature chocolate chips.

Pour cream cheese mixture into pan, ¾ of the way full. Bake for 13-15 minutes. Turn off oven and leave the door slightly open to allow cheesecakes to cool for 5 minutes. Remove from oven and cool completely on wire rack before removing from pan.

Whisk together sugar and whipping cream until stiff peaks form.

Top cheesecakes with whipped cream and mini chocolate chip cookies.

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Slow Cooker Sticky Bacon & Whiskey Meatballs INGREDIENTS:

For the Meatballs: 8 ounces uncooked bacon 1/2 yellow onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, chopped 1 1/2 pounds ground beef 1/2 cup breadcrumbs 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley 1 large egg

2 teaspoons smoked paprika 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon Kosher salt For the Sauce: 1 cup barbecue sauce 1/4 cup whiskey 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 teaspoons hot chili flakes Chopped chives, to top

DIRECTIONS:

In the bowl of a food processor, combine the bacon, onion, and garlic. Process the bacon until it's entirely ground and no large chunks remain. Preheat the broiler. Transfer the bacon mixture to a large bowl and mix in the ground beef, breadcrumbs, parsley, egg, and seasonings. Roll the meat mixture into golf ball-sized balls and place on a baking sheet. Broil the meatballs until browned on top, about 7 minutes. (Browning times will vary.)

Meanwhile, whisk together the sauce ingredients in the slow cooker. Add the meatballs and cook on high for 1-2 hours or low for 3-4 hours. Switch the slow cooker to warm and serve.

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Golden Buddha 3221 Taylor Ave 812-473-4855 5066 SR-261 Newburgh, IN 812-853-2680

Zaxby's 1021 N Burkhardt Rd 812-602-5515 8175 High Pointe Dr Newburgh, IN 812-490-1199 Zoup Fresh Soup Co. (East) 6240 E Virginia St 812-477-2664 (North) 4660 N First Ave 812-423-1800

CHINESE Big Bang Mongolian Grill 2013 N Green River Rd 812-602-1400 Canton Inn Restaurant 947 North Park Dr 812-428-6611 Charlie’s Mongolian BBQ 315 E Diamond Ave 812-423-9897 China King 590 E Diamond Ave 812-423-1896 China Village 8423 Bell Oaks Dr Newburgh, IN 812-858-8238 Chopstick House Restaurant 5412 E Indiana St EVANSVILLEDINING.COM

Crazy Buffet 701 N Burkhardt Rd 812-437-8833

Yen Ching Chinese Restaurant 406 S Green River Rd 812-474-0181

DESSERTS/FROZEN TREATS

Gracie’s Chinese Cuisine 12500 US-41, Ste 8 812-868-8888

Coldstone Creamery (East) 6401 E Lloyd Expy 812-437-2653 (West) 5435 Pearl Dr, Ste 5 812-461-0100

Grand Buffet Mongolian Grill 1356 N Green River Rd 812-476-6666

Emge’s Deli & Ice Cream 206 Main St 812-422-3026

Jimmy Gao's Szechwan Chinese Restaurant 669 N Green River Rd 812-479-7600

Gayla Cake 422 N Main St 812-454-9791

Lincoln Garden 2001 Lincoln Ave 812-471-8881 Mandarin House 1111 Barrett Blvd Henderson, KY 270-826-3001 MA T 888 China Bistro 5636 Vogel Rd 812-475-2888 Shing-Lee Chinese Restaurant 215 Main St 812-464-2769 Taste of China 4579 University Dr 812-422-1260 Two Brothers 3806 N First Ave 812-423-6188 Wok ‘N’ Roll 311 S Green River Rd 812-474-0181

Jeanne’s Gelato 2003 Lincoln Ave 812-479-8272 Just Rennie's Cookie Company 102 SE 4th St 812-401-8098 Lic's Deli & Ice Cream (East) 4501 Lincoln Ave 812-477-3131 (Downtown) 11 NW 5th St 812-422-2618 (North) 800 E Diamond Ave 812-424-4862 (South) 2001 Washington Ave 812-473-0569 (West) 2311 W Virginia Ave 812-423-4173 Orange Leaf Yogurt 701 N Burkhardt Rd 812-401-5215 Pie Pan

905 North Park Dr 812-425-2261 Piece of Cake 210 Main St 812-424-2253 Sweet Betty’s Bakery 5600 E Virginia St, Ste E 812-402-3889

812-473-0001 Comfort

by Cross-Eyed Cricket 230 Main St 812-909-3742 Cracker Barrel 8215 Eagle Lake Dr 812-479-8788

Sweet CeCe’s 5625 Pearl Dr 812-401-5232

Cross-Eyed Cricket 2101 W Lloyd Expy 812-422-6464

FAMILY/ HOMESTYLE

Culver’s 1734 Hirschland Rd 812-437-3333

Acropolis 501 N Green River Rd 812-475-9320 Bob Evans (East) 1125 N Green River Rd 812-473-9022 (Princeton) 2825 W Broadway St 812-386-1228 Buffalo Wild Wings (East) 715 N Green River Rd 812-471-9464 (West) 5404 Pearl Dr 812-423-9464 (Owensboro) 4736 Frederica St 270-686-7800 Burger Bank 1617 S Weinbach Ave 812-475-2265 Carousel Restaurant 5115 Monroe Ave 812-479-6388 Carriage Inn 103 E Gibson St Haubstadt, IN 812-768-6131 Cleavers Restaurant 5501 E Indiana St

Denny’s Classic Diner 5212 Weston Rd 812-424-4472 19501 Elpers Rd Newburgh, IN 812-867-7156 Denny’s Restaurant (East) 351 N Green River Rd 812-473-1063 (North) 3901 US-41 812-423-9459 Ellis Park Clubhouse 3300 US-41 Henderson, KY 812-425-1456 Five Guys Burgers 5402 E Indiana St 812-401-1773 Franklin Lanes 1801 W Franklin St 812-423-5355 Gatti Town 316 N Green River Rd 812-473-3800 Golden Corral 130 N Cross Pointe Blvd 812-473-1095 1320 N Green St WHAT’S COOKIN’! 2018 | 71

RESTAURANT LISTINGS Henderson, KY 270-869-9310 Highland Inn 6620 N First Ave 812-402-2544 Hilltop Inn 1100 Harmony Way 812-422-1757 Hornville Tavern 2607 W Baseline Rd 812-963-0967 IHOP 601 N Burkhardt Rd 812-471-0510

812-867-6786 O’Charley’s (East) 7301 E Indiana St 812-479-6632 (West) 5125 Pearl Dr 812-424-3348 Old Mill 5031 New Harmony Rd 812-963-6000 Pie Pan 905 North Park Dr 812-425-2261

920 E Riverside Dr 812-423-5961

FINE DINING Cavanaugh’s (Tropicana Evansville) 421 NW Riverside Dr 812-433-4333 CKB Commonwealth Kitchen & Bar 108 N 2nd St Henderson, KY 270-212-2133

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ITALIAN Angelo’s 305 Main St 812-428-6666 Biaggi’s 6401 E Lloyd Expy, Ste 3 812-421-0800 DiLegge’s 607 N Main St 812-428-3004

Cork ‘N Cleaver 650 S Hebron Ave 812-479-6974

Famous Bistro 102 W 2nd St Owensboro, KY 270-686-8202

Rafferty’s 1400 N Green River Rd 812-471-0024

Edgewater Grille 1 E Water St Newburgh, IN 812-858-2443

Little Angelo's 8000 Bell Oaks Dr Newburgh, IN 812-853-8364

Red Wagon 6950 Frontage Rd Poseyville, IN 812-874-2210

Madeleine’s Fusion Restaurant 423 SE 2nd St 812-491-8611

Little Italy 4430 N First Ave 812-401-0588

Rockhouse at Wolf’s 31 N Green St Henderson, KY 270-212-1400

Red Geranium (New Harmony Inn Resort) 520 N St New Harmony, IN 812-682-4431

Libby & Mom’s Café 2 Richardt Ave 812-437-3040

Rose Hill Café 8133 Rose Hill Dr Newburgh, IN 812-853-8443

GERMAN

Log Inn 12491 S 200 E Haubstadt, IN 812-867-3216

Smitty’s Italian Steakhouse 2109 W Franklin St 812-423-6280

Mary & Martha's Place 6840 Logan Dr Suite A 812-401-2660

St. Joe Inn 9515 St Wendel Rd 812-963-9310

Ivy Room (SWIRCA) 16 W Virginia St 812-464-7800 Koodie-Hoo’s 231 W 2nd St Mt. Vernon, IN 812-838-5202 Korner Inn 15 W Main St Elberfeld, IN 812-983-4200 KT’s Fire Grill 7247 Main St Wadesville, IN 812-673-4996

Merry-Go-Round Restaurant 2101 N Fares Ave 812-423-6388 New Frontier Restaurant & Bar 12945 IN-57 72 | WHAT’S COOKIN’! 2018

Popeyes 3300 N First Ave 812-423-4291

Stoll’s Country Inn 19820 Castle Creek Dr 812-867-7330 Zesto (West) 102 W Franklin St 812-424-1416 (Downtown)

Milano Italian Cuisine 500 Main St 812-484-2222

Iwataya Japanese Restaurant 8401 N Kentucky Ave, Ste J 812-868-0830 Kanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro 4593 Washington Ave 812-471-7076 Roppongi Japanese Steak & Sushi 7221 E Indiana St 812-437-5824 Tokyo Japan 3000 N Green River Rd 812-401-1020 Tokyo Teppanyaki 2222 US-41 Henderson, KY 270-869-1968 Zuki Japanese Grill 1448 N Green River Rd 812-477-9854

KOREAN

Olive Garden 1100 N Green River Rd 812-473-2903

Gangnam Korean Cuisine 518 Main St 812-550-1171 3332 Villa Pt #102 Owensboro, KY 270-240-2976

Sauced Italian Restaurant 1113 Parrett St 812- 402-2230

Jaya’s Authentic Foods 119 SE 4th St 812-422-6667

Acropolis 501 N Green River Rd 812-475-9320

Smitty’s Italian Steakhouse 2109 W Franklin St 812-423-6280

MEDITERRANEAN/ MIDDLE EASTERN

INDIAN

JAPANESE

Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine 900 Tutor Ln 812-476-5000

Fuji Yama 915 North Park Dr 812-962-4440

Gerst Haus 2100 W Franklin St 812-424-1420

GREEK

IRISH Ri Ra Irish Pub 701 NW Riverside Dr

Ginmiya Asian Diner 4827 Davis Lant Dr 812-471-8100

Arazu on Main 415 Main St. 812-401-1768 Café Arazu 17 W Jennings St Newburgh, IN 812-842-2200 House of Como 2700 S Kentucky Ave 812-422-0572

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RESTAURANT LISTINGS Manna Mediterranean Grill 2913 Lincoln Ave 812-473-7005 Raffi's Oasis Café 5702 E Virginia St 812-602-3660

MEXICAN Cancun Mexican Restaurant 341 S Green St Henderson, KY 270-826-0067 Chavas Mexican Grill 4202 N First Ave 812-401-1977 Chipotle Mexican Grill 499 N Green River Rd, Ste A 812-471-4973 El Charro Mexican Restaurant 720 N Sonntag Ave 812-421-1986

Mexican Restaurant (East) 990 S Green River Rd 812-474-1635 (North) 711 N First Ave 812-423-6355 (West) 5440 Pearl Dr 812-422-2055 Herradura 4610 Bellemeade Ave 812-402-0355 Hot Head Burritos 5625 Pearl Dr 812-437-5010 Jalisco Mexican Restaurant 4044 Professional Ln Newburgh, IN 812-490-2814 La Campirana 724 N Burkhardt Rd 812-550-1585

812-471-9481 QDOBA Mexican Eats 922 N Burkhardt Rd, Ste 101 812-401-0800 Riviera Mexican Grill 10604 SR-662 Newburgh, IN 812-490-9936 Salsarita's Fresh Mexican Grill 3910 E Morgan Ave 812-437-2572 3500 Villa Point Owensboro, KY 270-686-7505 Taco Tierra 420 S Green River Rd 812-402-8226 Tequila's Mexican Restaurant 408 Southwind Plz Mt. Vernon, IN 812-838-2392

El Patron Mexican Restaurant 943 North Park Dr 812-402-6500

Los Bravos (East) 6226 E Waterford Blvd 812-474-9078 (North) 3534 N First Ave 812-424-4101 (West) 4630 W Lloyd Expy 812-464-3163 (Boonville) 3311 Liberty Blvd 812-897-3442

El Rio Mexican Cuisine 1919 N Green River Rd 812-471-1400

Los Portales Mexican Grill 3339 N Green River Rd 812-475-0566

Archie & Clyde’s 8309 Bell Oaks Dr Newburgh, IN 812-490-7778

Fides 7799 IN-66 Newburgh, IN 812-853-9500

Los Tres Caminos 12100 US-41 812-868-8550

Azzip Pizza (East) 2121 N Green River Rd 812-401-0490 (West) 5225 Pearl Dr 812-401-3572 (Newburgh) 8680 High Pointe Dr 812-518-3810

El Maguey Grill 3250 Warrick Dr Boonville, IN 812-897-6666

Fiesta Acapulco 8480 High Pointe Dr Newburgh, IN 812-858-7777 Hacienda EVANSVILLEDINING.COM

Moe’s Southwest Grill 6401 E Lloyd Expy 812-491-6637 Nachos Grill 821-B S Green River Rd

PIZZA/ SANDWICHES Angelo's 305 Main St 812-428-6666 8000 Bell Oaks Dr Newburgh, IN 812-853-8364

Big M’s Pizzeria 1313 N First Ave 812-434-6909 Boston’s Gourmet Pizza 3911 Venetian Dr Newburgh, IN 47630 812-853-3400 Carolyn's Country Pizzaria 6800 NS Rd 161 Tennyson, IN 812-567-4444 Cicis Pizza 101-B N Green River Rd 812-477-2424 Dave’s Sports Den 701 N Weinbach Ave 812-479-8887 Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe 222 E Columbia St 812-425-2515 Deli The (Tropicana Evansville) 421 NW Riverside Dr 812-433-4000 Domino's Pizza (East) 600 N Weinbach Ave 812-473-1011 (North) 1940 N Green River Rd 812-471-8585 (South) 1300 S Green River Rd 812-477-5544 2101 S Weinbach Ave 812-473-3383 (West) 421 N St Joseph Ave 812-424-7333 Fat Boy's Pizza 10722 Hwy 662 Newburgh, IN 812-518-3061 Fetta Specialty Pizza & Spirits 118 St Ann St Owensboro, KY

270-926-0005 Firedome Pizza & Wings 2046 US-41 Henderson, KY 270-831-1977 Franklin Street Pizza Factory 2033 W Franklin St 812-602-3028 Gardo’s Italian Oven 13220 Darmstadt Rd 812-868-8071 GattiTown 316 N Green River Rd 812-473-3800 Harmes Una Pizza 967 S Kentucky Ave 812-426-2600 Heady’s Pizza 4120 N First Ave 812-437-4343 Highland Pizza Shop 6669 Kratzville Rd 812-402-8900 Kipplee’s 2350 E Division St 812-476-1936 Little Caesars Pizza (North) 2411 Stringtown Rd 812-401-8555 (South) 2007 Washington Ave 812-471-5755 (West) 130 N St Joseph Ave 812-401-9555 Lyle's Sportszone Pizza & Pub 1404 E Morgan Ave 812-425-7729 Maloney's Pizza & Wings 3030 Highland Pointe Dr Owensboro, KY

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RESTAURANT LISTINGS 270-684-8080 Mama Roma’s (East) 2008 E Morgan Ave 812-422-1212 (South) 3115 Covert Ave 812-477-6262 Marco's Pizza (North) 3100 First Ave 812-425-3333 (South) 2000 Covert Ave 812-618-2676 (Newburgh) 4011 State Rte 261 812-858-9877 Mellow Mushroom 101 W 2nd St Owensboro, KY 270-684-7800 Old Chicago 6550 E Lloyd Expy 812-401-1400 Pangea Kitchen 111 S Green River Rd, Ste E 812-401-2404 Papa John’s (East) 303 N Weinbach Ave 812-477-7700 5436 E Indiana St 812-473-5200 (North) 4204 N First Ave 812-425-2345 12414 Hwy 41 North 812-867-7272 (West) 4814 W Lloyd Expy 812-423-7272 (Newburgh) 3955 Haley Dr 812-858-7272 Parkway Pizza 3911 Broadway Ave 812-423-3339 Pizza Chef 423 W Main St 74 | WHAT’S COOKIN’! 2018

Boonville, IN 812-897-1600 4938 SR-261 Newburgh, IN 812-853-3338 Pizza Depot 2801 E BoonvilleNew Harmony Rd 812-867-9131 Pizza King (East) 1033 S Weinbach Ave 812-476-4941 (West) 220 N St Joseph Ave 812-424-7976 (Newburgh) 7777 SR-66 812-853-3368 Pizza Revolution 812-430-5945 Roca Bar North 12301 Hwy 41 N 812-868-8898 Roca Bar South 1618 S Kentucky Ave 812-422-7782 Rockhouse at Wolf’s 31 N Green St Henderson, KY 270-212-1400 Rounders Pizza 510 W Mill Rd 812-424-4960 Rounders Too 12731 N Green River Rd 812-867-7172 Sam’s Pizzeria 2011 W Delaware St 812-423-3160 Sandy’s Pizza 609 S Main St Ft Branch, IN 812-759-3972 Schaum's Pizzeria 240 S Green River Rd 812-402-4733

Slice The 2011 Lincoln Ave 812-402-8518 Spankey’s Una Pizza 4404 W Lloyd Expy 812-402-6776 Susan Bobe’s Pizza 101 W Broadway St Princeton, IN 812-385-2554 Talk of the Town Pizza 1200 Edgar St 812-402-8696 Turoni’s Forget-Me-Not Inn 4 N Weinbach Ave 812-477-7500 Turoni’s Pizzery & Brewery 408 N Main St 812-424-9871 Turoni’s Pizza 8011 Bell Oaks Dr Newburgh, IN 812-490-5555

Old Post Office 100 NW 2nd St 812-253-2102

SeaFOOD Bonefish Grill 6401 E Lloyd Expy 812-401-3474 Lure Seafood & Grille 401 W 2nd St Owensboro, KY 270-240-4556 Madeleine’s Fusion Restaurant 423 SE 2nd St 812-491-8611 Red Lobster 4605 Bellemeade Ave 812-477-9227 Tin Fish 300 W Jennings St Newburgh, IN 812-490-7000

STEAKHOUSES

Twisted Tomato Pizza Co 2333 St George Rd 812-401-2323

Cavanaugh’s (Tropicana Evansville) 421 NW Riverside Dr 812-433-4333

PRIVATE DINING

Cork ‘N Cleaver 650 S Hebron Ave 812-479-6974

Ballroom at Sauced The 1119 Parrett St 812-402-2230 Edgewater La Veranda Banquet Room 1 E Water St Newburgh, IN 812-858-2443

Double D’s 1206 E Main St Boonville, IN 812-897-8813 Haub Steakhouse 101 E Haub St Haubstadt, IN 812-768-6462

Ivy Room (SWIRCA) 16 W Virginia St 812-464-7800

Hornet’s Nest 11845 Petersburg Rd 812-867-2386

Just Rennie’s 100 SE 4th St 812-401-8098

House of Como 2700 S Kentucky Ave 812-422-0572

Logan’s Roadhouse (East) 1 N Burkhardt Rd 812-471-8403 (West) 5645 Pearl Dr 812-421-0908 Longhorn Steakhouse 320 N Green River Rd 812-473-2400 Madeleine’s Fusion Restaurant 423 SE 2nd St 812-491-8611 Outback Steakhouse 7201 E Indiana St 812-474-0005 Smitty’s Italian Steakhouse 2109 W Franklin St 812-423-6280 Texas Roadhouse 7900 Eagle Crest Blvd 812-477-7427 Western Rib-Eye & Ribs 1401 N Boeke Rd 812-476-5405

THAI Pangea Kitchen 111 S Green River Rd, Ste E 812-401-2404 Thai Papaya Cuisine 1434 Tutor Ln 812-477-8424

VIETNAMESE Vietnamese Cuisine 4602 Vogel Rd 812-479-8818

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