A new design studio and shop from a pedigreed tastemaker
Matthew Buccilla designed spaces for Herman Miller and founded beloved indy shop Cowboys & Astronauts in Andersonville in Chicago before moving to Beverly Shores. Now he’s opening a design studio and occasional shop in the Indiana Dunes town.
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A new bookstore for design lovers
This New Buffalo shop is full of gorgeous, big, beautiful books meant to be displayed and provide inspiration. Looking for tomes meant to be read? I’ve got you.
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A party-ready barn filled with antiques, art and vintage treasures
Blue Moon Barn + Vintage in Westville is just a few miles from Michigan City, Chesterton, LaPorte and two major highways, but arriving here feels like you’ve discovered a hidden gem in the middle of nowhere.
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Flagship to reopen under new owner
The popular seafood market in Lakeside has a new owner with culinary experience who was born and raised in New Buffalo. It reopens April 22.
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A new holistic wellness center in Beverly Shores
The Tonatiuh Mitotli Awakening Center will have a grand opening on Saturday, April 11, with tarot readings, guided meditations, nutritional advice, and more.
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Consignment stores leaving New Buffalo
Posh is moving to downtown St. Joseph. Peace Consignment is looking for a new space. Never fear: I’ve got other consignment options for you.
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A new spot for easy-drinking beers
Mangata is a sister operation to Transient Brewing in Bridgman. It’s serving up easy-drinking pilsners, lagers and Belgian ales.
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A new gift shop in Michigan City
At Wren on Wabash, housed in a cute cottage across from the outlet mall, a native daughter stocks something for everyone.
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Rio’s opening expanded restaurant in New Buffalo
The long-time favorite’s new spot will have indoor seating. Plus, I round up a selection of other Mexican options in the area.
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A new Indian grocery, the only one for miles around
The owners of India House in Michigan City have expanded what was a few shelves of staples into a full-fledged market. You’d have to drive to South Bend or Merrillville to find anything like it.
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