EVANSVILLE – Get the latest on what's happening at Tri-State restaurants and the foodie news you need to know. Here is the latest one.
Venezuelan food trucks feeding Evansville
Arepasville is a new Venezuelan food truck located in Evansville. Arepas are thick, fluffy white cornmeal cakes that are divided and filled with the diner's choice of meat, fresh vegetables, grated cheese, and a creamy green herb sauce.
The menu also includes patacones, sandwiches made with meat, vegetables, cheese, and a sauce made from deep-fried large plantain slices. They also offer empanadas, tequeños (cheese sticks wrapped in dough), and desserts. For more information, visit our Facebook page or call 812-217-9510.
Bad Randy's Hot Chicken & BBQ Lounge is now open.
Chef Jeremiah Gary's new concept, Bad Randy's Hot Chicken & BBQ Lounge, on West Franklin Street opens to the public on Wednesday, May 15th. Some of Gary's favorites from Amy's on Franklin will remain on the menu, including the Brabant brisket chili. French fries and French onion soup.
The focus is on authentic Nashville-style hot chicken, served as quarters or halves, tenders or sandwiches, from “Southern” to “hot” to “call an ambulance” to “we” is offered in eight spiciness levels. The seat you die in will be named after you. ” Steaks, sandwiches and tacos will also be available.
Bad Randy's Hot Chicken & BBQ Lounge is located at 1418 W. Franklin St. 812-401-2332.
whiskey aging class
The Beverage Barn on Barrett Boulevard in Henderson will host a whiskey aging class on Saturday, May 18th from 4 to 7 p.m. Featured whiskeys are Hardin's Creek 17 Year Old, Knob Creek 12 Year Old, Knob Creek 9 Year Old, Jim Beam Black Label, and Jim. beam white label. The cost is $50 per person or $90 per couple. Call 270-827-4363 and press option 3 to pay the spot fee.
Beverage Barn is located at 510 Barrett Blvd. in Henderson, Kentucky. 270-827-4363.
Dive barge opens for season
A dive barge operates seasonally on the river next to Marina Point Restaurant and Nightclub. This year, the Floating Bar & Grill has added a kids section. Enjoy the sun and river breeze while enjoying adult drinks and casual meals like wings, burgers, and other sandwiches and tacos.
The dive barge is located at 1801 Waterworks Road.
Evansville Food Truck Festival
The 7th Annual Evansville Food Truck Festival will be held at Bosse Field on Sunday, May 26th from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM. More than 30 food trucks and vendors will be on hand, offering diners a selection of $5 sample size specials in addition to the regular full menu.
Craft beer and wine are also available for purchase. Look for games and kids activities, cornhole tournaments, free parking, and more. Advance tickets start at $8.95 and include tickets to upcoming Evansville Otters baseball games.
Bosse Field is located at 1701 N. Main St.
Owensboro Friday After 5
Owensboro's Friday After 5 brings food trucks, live music, a kid-friendly street fair and more to the downtown area starting Friday, May 17th from 5:00pm to 11:30pm and ending on August 2nd. will be held until. Various musical artists will perform. Friday After 5 will be held along the river in Owensboro, in Smathers Park, and surrounding streets.
Taste of Haiti Flag Day Celebration
The Haitian Center of Evansville will hold a Haitian Flag Day Celebration on Saturday, May 18th at the Eykamp Scout Center. This event is free and open to the entire community to celebrate and learn about Haitian culture. Sample Haitian food, listen to DJs, and browse vendor booths. For more information, call 812-437-5285.
Eyekamp Scout Center is located at 3501 E. Lloyd Express.
Myriad's Mats
Myriad Brewing Company Taproom in Newburgh will host the Warwick Humane Society for Mongrel Animals at Myriad Fundraiser on Sunday, May 19th from noon to 3 p.m. Enjoy burgers, hot dogs, dog paint, puppy cups, dog barcuterie boards, and more. paintings etc. Proceeds support the Warwick Humane Society.
Myriad Brewing Company Newburgh Taproom is located at 8245 High Pointe Drive, Newburgh, IN. 812-518-9155.
Humane Society Benefit Dinner
The Vanderburgh Humane Society's “Going, Going, Gone to the Dogs” benefit dinner and auction will be held at the Old National Event Plaza on Saturday, May 18th from 5:30 p.m. The evening will include a preview cocktail party with hot hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine, dinner and a live auction. Tickets start at $100 per person.
Old National Events Plaza is located at 715 Street. Locust Street.
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