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The Local Palate by Lisa Kinser celebrates local food, hidden gems, and the stories behind restaurants in the Evansville, Indiana area, served with honesty, curiosity, and a deep appreciation and love for our local dining scene.

I can't tell you the countless number of times I have seen people saying that Sam's Club has good sushi...Well, if it's ...
10/12/2026

I can't tell you the countless number of times I have seen people saying that Sam's Club has good sushi...

Well, if it's on the internet, it must be true, right?

Do I dare? Hmm...

The timing of this post makes me wonder if Meta's algorithm really has a connection straight into my brain at this point...
10/10/2026

The timing of this post makes me wonder if Meta's algorithm really has a connection straight into my brain at this point...

I was just thinking during my morning run about how two of my hobbies (fitness and food) don't have a lot of crossover.

I still sometimes forget that one of the most famous chefs out there is also an incredibly accomplished triathlete and cyclist. "Kona" refers to the IRONMAN Triathlon World Championship, where the best of the best compete, and he competed in 2013. Truly, I don't know how he does it all.

Love to see it, though. Even if I likely never end up doing a full Ironman race myself, it's still inspiring.

10/10/2026

Photos from a recent visit to Cookiebitepastry .

The problem with visiting places like this is telling myself "just one thing" when one of everything sounds much better! šŸ˜†

10/09/2026

2nd Language is trying to lure me in with their Harvest Ramen, Butternut Kimchi, and pumpkin Espresso Martini... sigh..

I know everyone is still in Fall Festival mode but what are some local fall specials you've noticed and want to try?

"Burgers" (bolognese) and bottles night
10/08/2026

"Burgers" (bolognese) and bottles night

Someone hooked me up with one of these Carrot Cake Cream Pies from the West Side Nut Club Fall Festival, and let me tell...
10/08/2026

Someone hooked me up with one of these Carrot Cake Cream Pies from the West Side Nut Club Fall Festival, and let me tell ya... Iā€™m so very glad they did!

Carrot Cake Cream Pie - Armstrong Recreational Center Evansville Indiana
Booth 42, $5

This was easily one of the best sweets Iā€™ve had from the festival this year. The cookies were soft and tender, with the warm cinnamon and nutmeg flavors that come from carrot cake, plus little bits of carrot and some slight crunch and texture from the oats. The filling was creamy and soft with a cream cheese flavored frosting. It just felt like being wrapped in a warm blanket on a chilly fall day.

It basically tasted like carrot cake turned into an oatmeal cream pie (as intended), and I approve of this mission. Also, bonus points for being raisin-free!

This one is officially going on my list of Fall Festival favorites and I would get this again, especially if someone wants to bring me another one. šŸ˜‚

10/08/2026

Some highlights from the 23rd Annual International Food Festival on Sunday Oct 4th at the Islamic Society of Evansville Proceeds benefited the Tri-State Food Bank, Inc.

There have been several posts about the coffee at RAVAS Coffee Shop since they opened their doors in the Main Street Foo...
10/08/2026

There have been several posts about the coffee at RAVAS Coffee Shop since they opened their doors in the Main Street Food & Beverage hall, but I wanted to shift the focus a bit by working my way through their line of matcha drinks.

Matcha is finely ground green tea powder. Unlike brewed green tea, where the leaves are seeped and discarded, matcha is whisked into hot water so the whole leaves are consumed. It tends to have an earthy, grassy flavor that can range from smooth and mellow to fairly bitter depending on how itā€™s prepared. That also makes it a really good base for fruit, coconut, milk, and other flavors that can contrast with and mellow out the bitter grassiness.

Over several visits, I tried nearly the full matcha lineup, and there were definitely some standouts. My thoughts are under each photo, but the short version is: if you like fruit-forward drinks, the mango and strawberry are the ones Iā€™d recommend first, especially for those who are unfamiliar with matcha or not a big fan of its grassier side.

Sidenote: they also offer dairy free options such as oat milk and almond milk. For each of the drinks featured today, I chose oat milk.

I also tried one of their golfeados, a Venezuelan sweet roll topped with mild white cheese (which I almost mistook for coconut at first!)

Since Venezuela has such a strong coffee culture, I didnā€™t necessarily expect to find matcha on the menu. But once I learned it has been growing in popularity there, the crossover made a lot more sense, and I had a lot of fun working my way through their versions. I also enjoyed meeting Ana, Juan, Alexander, Emily, and Dominick. Their service has been amazing each and every time, and they did a beautiful job representing their family and culture in this cozy new space!

Are you a coffee or tea person? Have you tried matcha?

šŸ“ 900 N. Main St., Evansville, IN
ā° Mondayā€“Saturday: 7:00 a.m.ā€“7:00 p.m.
Sunday: Closed

I haven't written a Budget Bites post in awhile, but this is a lovely date night/Dinner for two idea for this upcoming T...
10/06/2026

I haven't written a Budget Bites post in awhile, but this is a lovely date night/Dinner for two idea for this upcoming Thursday. I can personally vouch for the bolognese...it's fantastic!

This deal would either be two plates of Bolognese or deluxxe burgers instead, if you'd prefer, and a bottle of w**e for $60 total.

This will likely fill up quickly so make sure to get a reservation soon!

Also love that Chef Andy works with local vendors like MoonlightHollow Homestead . Their products are amazing and they are some of the nicest people you could ever meet!

10/06/2026

I like to periodically mention a few other pages that are big supporters of local businesses, and definitely worth following:

Life in EVV focuses on smaller local businesses, and she has recently started posting weekly updates for events that are going on in Evansville and the surrounding areas. Her content is awesome!

Coffee Crawlers makes me want to drink coffee all day and try all of the places. šŸ˜† Kimi and Lexi are very passionate about supporting locally owned coffee shops, and they are constantly posting about new and seasonal items.

FOODTERNITY writes detailed reviews that include history and information about restaurants all over the Tri-State. Chad is very passionate about good food!

Dartanyan Abney has a little bit of everything! He is an excellent photographer who is also a coffee aficionado AND supports local restaurants. Follow him if you're particularly interested in upcoming events in New Harmony Indiana!

What are some other local content creators you follow and think others would like? Leave them in the comments below!

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