If you're anything like us, you tend to plan your trips around food.

I've put in hours of research to keep from missing that "can't miss" meal while on vacation, but, sadly, right here in my own state I've been content to stumble about blindly, trying unknown restaurants at random. It's a hit-or-miss affair at best.

This week's Friday night link promises to put an end to the madness.

The Hungry Hoosier is the ultimate guide to eating out in the Hoosier state. Food writer Scott Hutcheson travels near and far to give us the lowdown on Indiana's eateries. With the copious amount of news and reviews cross-referenced by city and county, planning your next gastronomic odyssey will be a breeze.

Seeking out good food is an easy way to make even short trips special. And with gas prices as high as they are, being able to find the good stuff close to home might be the key to keeping to keeping both your wallet and your stomach full.

The Web site: The Hungry Hoosier

Originally posted to The Grub Report by Steve Gibson on June 15, 2007 11:10 PM

Comments
At June 18, 2007 3:47 PM, scott said...
Steve:
Thanks for the pointer to my site. I like the blog you guys have here. Keep up the good work!
Scott

At June 18, 2007 4:12 PM, Adam Wire said...
Another good source is a book titled "Dining Secrets of Indiana." I bought my copy at a Barnes & Noble a few years back, if I remember right, and it's updated every few years (to account for restaurants that have opened or closed since then). Grant's County's own Ivanhoe's is mentioned in my copy, as well as The Hostess House and Converse's Herschberger Essen Haus.
See you next time you're in the mood for Carnitas.

At June 18, 2007 8:08 PM, James Cramer said...
Cool site! It is always fun for me to try a new restaurant in a new place but I am always taking a chance on being disappointed. It is nice to have some sort of guide. But it looks like we need to invite him to dine with us in Grant County so we can get a few more listings.

At June 19, 2007 2:48 PM, Bill Lewis said...
I have an autographed copy of Michael Atwood's "The Best of Heartland Cooking". Atwood was at Waldenbooks (in Marion) for a book signing a few years ago. It contains some unique recipes. I don't know if I'd really recommend it or not. However, I agree with James Cramer. This is a "cool site".

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