Fort Wayne Insider Blog

Parents, we know that taking the family out to dinner can get pricey. Even worse, kids with “discerning palettes” may reject what they ordered, forcing you to spring for an extra meal or risk dealing with a hungry toddler for the rest of the night.

That’s why we’ve updated our Kids Eat Free list for 2017. These Fort Wayne eateries will feed your little buckaroo at no extra charge, leaving a few extra buckaroos in your travel budget.

Some of the most delicious food I've ever eaten was in Ciudad Obregon, which is a city in Mexico where my family and I lived for several months. After you've experienced authentic Mexican cuisine, there is simply no turning back. It's been almost a decade since our time there, yet I have not stopped chasing the aromas and flavors that awakened my taste buds there, all those years ago.

Jam-packed days call for nourishment. But sometimes you don't have a lot of time to devote to a meal. No worries; Fort Wayne has several lunchtime favorites sure to appeal to hungry diners on the go. Here are a few of my favorites:

Here in Ft. Wayne, we have a plethora of Asian-inspired eateries. But if you're in the mood for some good sweet-and-sour pork, you have to try out some of our Chinese food places. So, whet your appetite and get your chopsticks ready - here are three of the best in town!

First, please be assured that this is not a diet blog. I cannot stand fad diets. Another pet-peeve of mine is hipster foodie buzzwords, and while we’re on the subject I’m also not falling for well-marketed restaurant concepts that put all their soul into their logo just so they can fill my belly with a heavy dose of self-gratification.

Appetizers are intended to stimulate one's appetite ahead of a meal. The word originates in the Latin appetitus, meaning "to strive for." If you're striving for a pre-meal solution, Fort Wayne has you covered.

Eating in downtown Fort Wayne is a treat and there are plenty of options if you know where to find them. Tucked on side streets are small cafés, pizzerias, pub-style restaurants and fine dining. Here are Fort Wayne’s best downtown dining options.

Easter is a time for celebrating and gathering with family and friends. Breaking bread together is an important part of any special occasion, and Fort Wayne has you covered. Many of our restaurants roll out the red carpet on Easter Sunday and offer special brunch menus. So, before the annual egg hunt, consider fueling up and enjoying quality time at one of these restaurants.

Fort Wayne is the second-largest city in Indiana and the seat of Allen County. It’s a fun, friendly place packed with activities for your next vacation. Fort Wayne is easy to reach by car, bus, or air travel and offers ample parking (often free!)

Years of waking up to just eggs, cereal and toast on the weekends are now over. Don't get me wrong, I love breakfast. But I REALLY LOVE brunch.

Whether brunch is now part of your late-Sunday morning routine, or if you are looking for a unique meal with a twist, Fort Wayne, Indiana restaurants have caught on to the brunch craze.