Top 10 Food War Winners

Looking for a really great locally owned place to eat? We have 10+ suggestion.  Indiana's Cool North has hosted food wars over the years, so you know these winners are some of the best in the region!  The competition was fierce as locals voted for their favorite  burgers, tacos, breakfast, and pizza.  We've compiled a list of the top restaurants from all the various food wars to help you find some great food! See all the food wars here.

Pierogi Fest - Celebrating the Stuffed Dumpling

The Pierogi Fest - Celebrating the Stuffed
July 26-28, 2024

A multitude of  live music performances will entertain on multiple stages, while numerous food vendors will tantalize taste buds with a diverse array of treats.

There’s also the one of a kind parade featuring women dressed in housecoats and babushkas like grandmothers (or bushas) and the lawnmower brigade in sandals and socks.

Taking place in the heart of Downtown Whiting, Pierogi Fest offers an annual occasion for individuals to reconnect with their origins, honor their heritage, and poke a little fun at themselves.

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  • 36 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
  • 51 Minutes to Michigan City
  • 88 Minutes to Elkhart County

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