Abigail Cox

A frosty mug of root beer is the kind of old-fashioned treat that can make summer feel simpler.…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 30

Bison roaming across open prairie hardly seem like they belong on land once associated with chemical weapons production.…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 30

The sound of grain being ground inside Mansfield Roller Mill makes Indiana history feel surprisingly alive. Set in…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 30

Stone walls, delicate Victorian details, and a dramatic limestone backdrop make this unusual Illinois cottage look like something…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 29

Fresh seafood in northwest Indiana might sound like an unlikely find, but McGowan & Sons in Valparaiso gives…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 29

A table beside the water hits differently when there are only a few weeks of summer left to…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 29

Massive stone walls rising from the Illinois countryside make Fort de Chartres feel like a piece of colonial…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 29

Saturday mornings feel a little brighter when they begin with baskets of ripe produce, fresh bread, flowers, and…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 29

Movie night comes with a Rocky Mountain backdrop at Comanche Drive-In Theatre near Buena Vista. Sitting at roughly…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 29

Brick-paved streets, flower-filled storefronts, and inviting local shops give Zionsville the kind of nostalgic charm that seems borrowed…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 29

Mountain roads feel a little more worthwhile when a legendary fried chicken dinner waits at the other end.…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 28

Follow the back roads to Jacob, Illinois, and you will find a restaurant where fried chicken gets the…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 28

Picture a walkable downtown where the coffee is hot, shopkeepers know their regulars, and historic storefronts make every…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 28

Victorian storefronts framed by soaring Rocky Mountain peaks make Georgetown feel remarkably close to another era. Once a…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 28

Nothing breaks up a hot Illinois road trip quite like spotting an ice cream shop ahead. Across the…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 28

Walking into Exit 76 Antique Mall in Edinburgh feels a little like beginning a treasure hunt without knowing…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 28

Hiking trails and mountain roads have a way of turning an ordinary appetite into a serious craving. Fortunately,…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 28

A worthwhile food detour should leave you talking about the meal long after the drive home. Across Illinois,…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 28

Save room for dessert at West Union Cafe, because the lemon meringue pie may be the part of…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 28

Few college football Saturdays carry the sense of tradition that surrounds Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend. Long…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 27

Rain can transform an ordinary Illinois trail into something spectacular. Across the state, seasonal waterfalls tumble through sandstone…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 27

Five hours a week does not leave much room for spontaneous lunch plans, but Romero’s Cafe & Catering…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 27

Follow the smell of wood smoke in Indiana, and you might discover a barbecue joint you’d never notice…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 27

Route 66 has changed dramatically over the decades, but The Ariston Cafe in Litchfield remains a delicious connection…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 27

Time moves differently in Colorado’s forgotten corners. Scattered among mountain valleys, lonely plains, and former mining country are…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 27

Saddles, riding boots, bridles, show apparel, and stable essentials can make an equestrian shop feel like a treasure…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 27

The aroma of cinnamon, butter, and fresh dough is enough to make walking past Trefzger’s Bakery nearly impossible.…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 27

Waiting hours for pizza sounds unreasonable until a restaurant becomes part of the adventure. Olde Schoolhouse Cafe near…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 26

Small-town charm becomes even more appealing when the cost of living doesn’t demand a big-city budget. Across Indiana,…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 26