New State Fair food | Lume analysis | July eats to try

Pickle Pizza from Swain's Concessions.
Pickle Pizza from Swain's Concessions.

New State Fair food to try

In a few weeks, we'll be able to bask in the creativity of the Indiana State Fair cooks with about two dozen new dishes. The Caramel Corn Beer, pickle pizza (with ranch sauce, of course), deep-fried brownies and, if you're really feeling fancy, fair-themed charcuterie are among the options. Oh, and be sure to toast it all with a State Fair Mary.

Newfields' Lume has new artists

Remember last summer, when we were having conversations about the museum's first multisensory, cinema-like exhibit with van Gogh? Almost a year later, we know some things: It became the most-attended exhibit in the museum's history, but not everyone liked it. Now, Monet and his Impressionist compatriots are in town, and you can enjoy, ignore or leverage the Lume. (For subscribers.)

With images from "Monet and Friends Alive" floating beneath your feet and around you, expect to look 19th-century dancers, musicians, shoppers and children in the eye as they appear right by your shoulder. Here's what to know, how to buy tickets and more.

New restaurants to try in July

One coming Vietnamese spot will bring out fresh ingredients that you can grill tableside. A new location for coffee and spirits will open on the banks of the White River, and new menus in town include salmon curry and creations by well-known chef Alan Sternberg. Here's everything you need to try this month. (For subscribers.)

New dishes at Broad Ripple spot

Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson and Diana Ross impersonators already helped Vegas Lounge & Bar hold an opening to remember. But the owner always had her eye on something even fancier. Cue the lunch and dinner menus with steaks and lamb chops — and an atmosphere that brings Vegas extravagance to Indy. (For subscribers.)

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