We’re celebrating what makes Indy delicious.
Thank you for joining us for the 2025 Festival in Fletcher Place!
Upcoming Events
March 2
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Epicurean is excited to present a meet-and-greet with community leaders at 8th Day Distillery. Join us for great bites , great sips, & greater conversations.
Jaime Lee Lamping, 8th Day Distillery
Samantha (Sammi) Martinez, Bluebeard
Haley Hilts, Skosh
Heather Storms, RYE
Katie Slonim, Mixo Indy
Cashlin Frye, Parlor Public House
Jalen Roseberry, 8th Day Distillery
Lora Popov, Yazsh
Abbi Merriss, Consultant
Erin Kem, Corridor
Lete Zewoldai, Lete’s Injera & Cafe
Imoleayo Akinbolawa, Kabarna
Morgan Snyder, Visit Indy
Carol Howard, Rev
Sarah Myer, Indiana Sports Corp
Kavita Mahoney, Indy Arts Council
Tanya Searcy, INHP
📅 March 2
⏰ Doors at 6 PM
💵 $80
📍 8th Day Distillery1125 E Brookside Ave
Suite D06
Indianapolis, IN 46202
March 23
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One night only: Monday, March 23rd
Join us for a special dinner celebrating women in the hospitality industry.
Arrive between 6:00-6:15 for a multi-course dining experience, seated at one long table. Optional Wine pairings, plus beverages available à la carte. Capacity is limited to 40 guests.
Dietary restrictions may not be able to be accommodated. Please contact rachel@9thstbistro.com to inquire directly.
Luz Gonza - Macizo
Ingrid Pickett - 9th Street Bistro
Jenni Babcock Shoup & Angel Bartholomy
Ivy Tech CulinaryJenna Unrue - 4 Birds Bakery
Clarissa Morley - Pots & Pans Pie Co. & The Clubhouse
FRONT OF HOUSE
Sarah Wicker - Tinker Street
Sarah Dilick, Sommelier - 9th Street Bistro
Lisa Wampler & Chamron Baird - Bar Ellis
with Floral Arrangements by:
Carmella Thatcher - Westfield Flower Box
And Honored Guests:
Julia Spalding - Indianapolis Monthly
Genesis McKiernan-Allen - Full Hand Farm
Emma Brown - Forage & Cultivate
📅 March 23
⏰ Doors at 6 PM
💵 $125
📍 9th Street Bistro
April 3
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Join Epicurean for a multi-course chocolate and coffee experience and enjoy the first look at MOKAO’s chocolate coffee exhibition.
Line-up:
Omar Ramirez, Macizo
Nick Detrich, Magdalena
Aji Wisanggeni, Wisanggeni Pawon
Tyler Shortt, Tinker Street
Amanda Gibson, Indy Dough
Charlie McIntosh, Amelia’s
Corey Fuller
Gabriel Sañudo, Julieta
Jonathan Brooks, Beholder
Featured Beverage Pairings available from Amanda McLaurin (Solely Wine), and Nicole & Ryan Oesch (Kismetic Beer), Jason Faust (Bacardi).
Friday April 3, 2026.
Stutz Vault (formerly Car Museum)
Doors 6pm
Dinner 6:45pm
What We’re About:
Indianapolis is home to a diverse population of talented international chefs, artisans, and entrepreneurs in the food and beverage world. These culinary professionals are crafting innovative menus, award-winning restaurants. and immersive event experiences that push the industry and the city forward.
Inspired by international markets and open-air food festivals abroad, J’adore presents Epicurean Indy, a celebration of Indianapolis’ international food, beverages, art, and music.
Feedback from festival attendees:
“So great to see our neighbors in such a fun setting. We will definitely attend again.”
“Loved having this in Fletcher Place!”
“Thank you for organizing such a wonderful event for the Indianapolis community!”
2025 Epicurean Festival
Recap coming soon…
Our Partners
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James Beard Foundation
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Polished Strategic Communications
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Paramount Schools
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Eagleson Communications
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Saratoga
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Mirror Indy
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Rev Indy
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Fountain Fletcher District Association
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Fletcher Place Neighborhood Association
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J'adore
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Kelly Wensing Community Fund
