This Goose Lays Golden Eggs!

Call off the search. We’ve found it.

That’s right. Indianapolis happens to be home to the perfect sandwich(s), found within a quaint, Euro-style market. But don’t be fooled by its homey exterior, inviting smells and bright open space, overflowing with natural sunlight, Goose the Market packs a mighty punch – one aimed right at your gut.

Located at 2503 N. Delaware St. (the “slanty” buildings as we like to call the colorful block), this produce/butcher/cheese/sandwich shop stocks nothing but the best and pulls from local sources for most everything it sells.

When fellow thousandaires, Maggie and Karlie, joined me to explore Goose, we thought we’d died and gone to 30KMil heaven. Husband and wife owners, Chris and Mollie Eley proudly serve up smoked meats and cured hams, bold, stinky cheeses, fresh meats including any and all kinds of swine, chicken, fowl, lamb and beef, and local in-season produce. Salivating yet?

Goose is most famous for The Batali, which was named the best sandwich in America by bon appetite magazine last year. You heard me. B-o-n a-p-p-e-t-i-t-e. These foodies aren’t messin’ around.

Since my first visit I’ve also enjoyed The Howard (sliced lamb with fresh pesto) and The Goose (prosciutto, fresh mozzarella and basil). These stacks are simple for sure, but when the freshest, most succulent meats and cheeses are sandwiched between a warm, crusty baguette, who needs all the extra hoopla?

Goose also provides a rotating selection of gelato and gourmet ice creams, including an adventurous bleu cheese ice cream from H2O sushi that will surprise you – in a good way. Just ask for a taste – the ever-smiling, knowledgeable staff behind the counter is happy to oblige.

For anyone who’s not yet sold, take a peek downstairs (yes, you’re allowed) and browse through Goose’s selection of hearty wine and beer, which includes a rack dedicated solely to Indiana brews.

Although this boutique market has every right to exude an air of snobbery, it does anything but. Goose the Market fills a void previously felt in Hoosier foodies’ heart of hearts (or stomach of stomachs rather), offering upscale food and drink, while balancing a welcoming feeling of accessibility for all. In short: What’s good for the “Goose” is definitely good for the gander. This Indianapolis gem can do no wrong!

italia!!

So this is definitely one of my favorite fests held in Indianapolis during the summer. Every year, the Holy Rosary Church downtown (close to Mass Ave)- hosts the Italian Festival. If you know me, you know that I am 100% in love with Italy. This is the real deal. Homemade meatballs, manicotti, cannolis, italian ice, gelato and more. If the system is the same as last year- tickets are purchased and act as cash at the stands. I highly recommend the meatball sandwiches and the manicotti. Nothing beats homemade rustic Italian cuisine. The fest starts tomorrow- June 12 and ends Saturday night- June 13. I think this is definitely worth the trip. Parking can be a drag- I would definitely recommend riding bikes, or parking far away and walking so you don't have to pay an attendant. Plan on leaving completely stuffed with goodness.