K County Quick Bites – Fat and Skinny!

If you’re in the Warsaw/Winona Lake community, chances are you’ll see an invasion of bikes. That’s because the 15th annual Fat & Skinny Tire Fest is happening this weekend! Friday night activities will be happening in downtown Warsaw with the Saturday and Sunday events pretty much in Winona Lake. They usually have food trucks around so check ‘em out if you’re feeling hungry!

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The new Butcher’s Block from One Ten Craft Meatery.

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Warsaw/Winona Lake
Light Rail Café & Roaster – Nothing to report but check them out if you’re in the area for Fat and Skinny this weekend!
The Boathouse – New specials start today! Highlights include a Burrito Bowl for $13, Wild Mushroom Chilean Sea Bass for $29 and a Gyros Sandwich for $10. Check out their Facebook page for the full list.
Cerulean – Stop by and say “hi” for Fat and Skinny!
The Garden at Winona – They opened for the season!
Rua – They’re using a new higher proof bourbon in their Bounty Hunter which means more value for you! New to the lunch menu is a Lemongrass Marinated Pork Tenderloin Stir-Fry. The pic on Instagram makes me hungry!
One Ten Craft Meatery – Tried the new Butcher’s Block this weekend. For those of you looking to expand your palette, I highly recommend it.
Mad Anthony’s – Come hang out with them Friday night for Fat and Skinny!
Oak & Alley – They’re hiring!
Downtown – Check out this article.
Farmers and Artisans Market – Ivory West will be performing live starting at 10 am.
Rex’s Rendezvous – Nothing to report.

Northeast Lakes Region (Syracuse/North Webster area)
The Sleepy Owl Supper Club – ½ off Pizza Wednesdays and Thursdays are homemade lasagna.
Pie Eyed Petey’s – Stoned Blues Band will be performing Saturday, May 19th.
Barbee Hotel – They’re hiring for a waitress.
Barbee Landing – New menu is out!
Danny’s Sports Bar – Danny’s Bday Bash & a Half is happening Saturday, May 19th at 8 pm. Drink specials with free burgers, hot dogs, brisket and smoked pork loin on the deck. Live music from The Illegals will occur from 10 pm – 2 am.
The Frog – Nothing to report.
The Pier & Back Porch – They’re now open seven days a week.
The Channel Marker – New apparel available. Come get you some.
Down Under – Boneless wings tonight!

Milford/Leesburg
Maple Leaf – The DuckMobile will be at Fat and Skinny this weekend.
HopLore Brewing – Geoff Haas will be performing live Saturday, May 19th at 8 pm. Bourbon chicken tacos return as the weekend feature.
Tippy Creek Winery – The 2nd annual “Motorboats and Merlot” takes place Saturday, May 19th from 12-5 pm. Pro Wake Watersports and Bart’s Watersports will be on hand. If that wasn’t enough, there’s also a Jeep cruise-in from 4-7 pm.
Stacy’s – Nothing to report.

Southern Region (Etna Green, Mentone, Silver Lake, Pierceton, etc)
The Silver Inn – Nothing to report.
The Old Train Depot – Open mic nights continue Thursdays at 8 pm.
Teels – Nothing to report.
Bull Dog Saloon – Golden Tee is back so that’s a plus.
Igloo Ice Cream Shop – Nothing to report.
George’s Highlander – Nothing to report.

Surrounding Counties
Common Spirits (Goshen) – The monthly sushi night is scheduled for Thursday, May 24th starting at 5:30 pm. Menu to be announced!
Dillys (Akron) – Nothing to report.
Uncorked (Rochester) – The patio is now open. Burn ‘Em Brewfest occurs tonight from 6-9 pm. Tickets are $50 plus Uncle Sam’s take at the door. Unlimited tastings, live music from The Scally Waggers, informative talks, brewery-exclusive beers available for carry out purchase and souvenir tasting glasses all on tap!
Goshen Brewing – Dos Hermanos will be performing June 2nd from 8-10 pm.

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