Slice of Indiana’s Cool North – A Pizza Lover’s Trail

Indiana's Cool North boasts a rich pizza culture with local pizzerias that have been serving communities for decades, many for 30 years or more. Known for their dedication to quality, some of these spots specialize in woodfired pizzas, bringing unique, smoky flavors to their handmade crusts. These pizzas often feature fresh, locally sourced ingredients and toppings that cater to a range of tastes. From family-owned establishments to new, trendy spots, Indiana's Cool North Pizza Trail has something for everyone.

Taste the Tradition: Festival Eats at the Porter County Fair

 

July 17-26, 2025

Porter County Fair offers over 80 concession stands serving beloved festival and fair food—corn dogs, funnel cakes, elephant ears, and lemonade shake-ups—plus hearty eats like Italian beef, brisket, deep-fried cheeses, shish kebabs, gourmet apples, bubble tea, walleye sandwiches, and Amish pies. Fairgoers enjoy endless, crave-worthy, classic flavors all week long.

📸: Porter County Fair

For information on nearby lodging. and Dunes Deals.    Request a destination guide of the Indiana Dunes

  • 23 Minutes to South Shore
  • 17 Minutes to Michigan City
  • 63 Minutes to Elkhart County

Learn More