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than $20. You’ll find varietals from all over the world, as well as liquor and craft-beer selections. The cafe serves small-plate bites featuring local meats and cheeses, along with pizzas, salads, and sandwiches. Join the shop’s monthly wine, beer, or cocktail clubs to sample curated combinations of libations. 878 Massachusetts Ave., 317-9727966, massavewine.com
Nicole-Taylor’s Pasta Market & Backroom Eatery
Shop fresh pasta and homemade sauces, in addition to mostly Italian imports, including fresh mozzarella, meats, cheeses, and olives. Pick up heat-and-eat dishes, or try to snag a rare reservation for a private dinner in the back room. The shop even offers knife sharpening to keep your personal prep tools in top condition. 1134 E. 54th St., 317257-7374, nicoletaylorspasta.com
No Label at the Table Food Company
This Carmel gluten- and dairy-free bakery operates with a mission to provide job skills and employment to people on the autism spectrum. They make such goodies as lemonblueberry muffins, snickerdoodle cupcakes, English muffins, garlic breadsticks, pan-pizza crusts, pot pies, special-occasion cakes, and many other tasty treats. When not in the shop, the No Label team can be found selling their wares at local farmers markets. 111 W. Main St., Carmel, nolabelatthetable.com
The Olive Mill
Customers can sample small-batch and artisan extra-virgin olive oils and balsamic vinegars and glazes from around the world. Oil flavors include jalapeño, roasted walnut, lemon, blood orange, bacon, white truffle, and vanilla. Complement your pick with tapenades, stuffed olives, salts, and seasonings. 10 S. Rangeline Rd., Carmel, 317-5749200, oliveoilstores.com
Peace Water Winery
Scott and Laura Burton had a vision to make the world a better place, one glass of wine at a time. The owners of three local Peace Water Winery locations donate 50 percent of net profits to charities including Indy Reads, Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital, Cathedral Soup Kitchen, and Reins of Grace, among others. 747 N. College Ave., 317-735-6618; 37 W. Main St., Carmel, 317-810-1330; 11547 Yard St., Fishers, 317-537-2190; peacewaterwinery.com
Penzeys Spices
This specialty store sells 250-plus herbs, spices, blends, seasonings, and extracts. If you’re searching for a hard-to-find ingredient, you’ll likely see it here. Best-sellers include the Penzeys Revolution rub for meats, single- and double-strength vanilla, herb mixes, and Vietnamese ground cinnamon. Don’t miss the shop’s hot-chocolate mix. 5345 E. 82nd St., 317-577-7778, penzeys.com
Popakernel
It took five years for the owners of Popakernel, a Black-owned business, to perfect their candy caramel corn. With more than 15 available flavors, you’ll want to grab one, two, or a few free, pre-packaged samples on your way out. It might be your only chance to try mac and cheese popcorn. Ever. 1630 S. Green St., Brownsburg, 317-531-3369, popakernel.org
The Real Food Shoppe
This organic market might be small, but if you have a restrictive diet, the grocer stocks more than enough grain-free pretzels, vegan cheese, and plant-based meatballs to round out your list. You’ll also find scented epsom salts, vitamins and probiotics, hemp extract, bulk herbs and spices, local meats, and kitchen tools and supplies. 211 W. Main St., Plainfield, 317-203-4097, facebook.com/realfoodshoppe
Tasteful Times
Stocked full of Indiana foods, beers, and wines, this gourmet shop offers products by local vendors, as well as accessories like wine totes, drink coasters, bottle stoppers, and corkscrews. Shelves are stocked with olive oils, sauces and spreads, and sea salts. Sign up for the Wine Library Club to have two bottles sent to you each month. 11677 Olio Rd., Fishers, 317-4368226, tastefultimesindy.com
Vine & Table
Make entertaining easy with this food-and-wine emporium. In addition to thousands of bottles of vino and craft beer, there are spirits, bitters, gourmet meats, cheeses, dips, honeys, bruschettas, salsas, crackers, and nuts. The staff can help you create gift baskets for your favorite foodies. 313 E. Carmel Dr., Carmel, 317-817-9463; The Wine Shop, 5897 N. College Ave., 317-981-4532; vineandtable.com
Vino Villa
This specialty shop is located inside a restored 1904 home. Browse hundreds of bottles of wine, choose from among 70 cheeses, and select a small plate, pizza, salad, or antipasti item from the bistro menu, and make your way to the second floor. Vino Villa has several seating areas, but the best view is from the spacious front porch. 200 N. Madison Ave., Greenwood, 317-882-9463, vinovilla.com
Wildwood Market
Independently owned, this charming specialty grocery in Fountain Square offers fresh produce and local items from Fischer Farms, 4 Birds Bakery, Broad Ripple Chip Co., Smoking Goose Meatery, Becker Farms, and The Best Chocolate in Town, among others. Don’t miss the gorgeous bouquets and floral arrangements. 1015 Virginia Ave., 317-737-2653, wildwoodmarket.com
Wine Market & Table
In its new Fountain Square location, Wine Market & Table provides a relaxing venue with its exposed-brick walls, wood floors, and teal banquettes. In this atmosphere, customers can peruse the variety of bottles available for purchase or sit back to sample a glass or flight and order small or large plates off the menu. The shop and restaurant also hosts live music performances by local acts. 1031 Virginia Ave., 317-426-5932, winemarketindy.com
Zionsville Olive Oil
If you’re a connoisseur of olive oil and balsamic vinegar, tap into more than 20 varieties of highquality, small-batch EVOOs, along with aged vinegars, hot sauces, and seasonings. Oils are stored in stainless-steel containers designed to maintain and preserve peak freshness. The tasting room offers samples so customers can explore all the different flavor profiles. 31 E. Pine St., Zionsville, 317-9735583, zionsvilleoliveoil.com
Arabella Home
Indy’s Englewood neighborhood is home to a French-inspired, neoclassical decor shop. Upholstered furniture and arrangements of appealing little chests and quirky antiques on tables and shelves fill the space. Go treasure-hunting for gracious home essentials like table linens, cloches, candlesticks, individual soup tureens, and decorative pitchers. 3002 E. Washington St., facebook.com/arabellahomeindy
Arhaus
It’s tough to browse the sophisticated-glam room vignettes here without wanting to re-create every detail in your own home. Rustic dining-room tables, shimmering chandeliers, salvaged-wood coffee tables, leather and upholstered sofas and sectionals, and tabletop accessories showcase the brand’s focus on forward-looking design and eco-friendly materials. 4130 E. 82nd St., 317-913-9141, arhaus.com
Chatham Home
Step inside this family business and you’ll instantly feel at ease, as if you’ve entered the home of a close friend with a sharp eye for pulling together a room. Chatham Home specializes in solid-wood furniture, upholstered pieces, and finishing touches, like lamps, rugs, throw pillows, and wall art. Bedroom and living-room vignettes throughout offer ideas and inspiration. 517 E. Walnut St., 317-917-8550, chathamhomeindy.com
Copper Creek Canyon Interiors and Design
This Western-inspired store is full of statement pieces like forged-iron chandeliers, cowhide floor throws, and rustic-elegant leather and solid-wood furniture. Its design studio displays fabric for bedding, drapes, and more. Custom window treatments and upholstery are also available. 3953 E. 82nd St., 317-5772990, coppercreekcanyon.com
Decor 4 Kids
Explore nursery and children’s furniture at this fun store just for tots. Take a look around the large showroom at beds, cribs, gliders and recliners, mattresses, dressers, lamps, and colorful artwork and accessories from brands like Dolce Babi and Dolce Kids & Teens, John Thomas Select, Maxtrix, Romina, Milk Street, and Stella Baby & Child. 17728 Sun Park Dr., Westfield, 317-770-7700, decor4kidsstore.com
Ethan Allen
Just about everything here has a timeless look, making it easy to outfit a room in pieces that won’t feel dated due to changing styles. Spaces can look effortlessly chic thanks to a range of sofas, diningroom and coffee tables, and accessories like lamps, artwork, vases, bedding, clocks, and mirrors. Consult the staff of design pros to transform your space. 4025 E. 82nd St., 317-842-4024, ethanallen.com
Foundry 317 Home Interiors
This Broad Ripple home-goods retailer specializes in modern and antique furniture, along with home decor, staging services, and more. Contemporary, industrial, and rustic styles fill the showroom, including plush and leather sofas, coffee tables, sleek sideboards, distressed wood doors, area rugs, bookends, and wall clocks. 819 E. Westfield Blvd., 317-688-1934, facebook.com/foundry317
Frontdoor Home Design
Situated about a half-mile east of Irvington’s main drag, this sizable furniture studio stocks not only tables and upholstered pieces, but also lighting, accessories, and gourmet goodies. The owner strives to carry mostly local and Americanmade brands, including Ferdinandbased Best Home Furnishings. 6101 E. Washington St., 812-583-5464, facebook.com/frontdoorhomedesign
Haus Love Interiors
Peruse Haus Love’s shelves of oversized throw pillows, framed artwork, graphic rugs (including sheepskin styles), side tables, ornate chandeliers, floor lamps, and tabletop accents. The overall palette is neutral, creating an air of