February
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Making Waves: The Curl Expert
We tracked down Indy’s mane magicians to get insider perspectives on trends, tricks, and tips for every type of hair.
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Editor’s Note: Curl Power
Indianapolis Monthly’s Editor-in-chief reminisces about a formative salon visit that informed a lifelong relationship with her own hair.
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February Best Bets
This month’s can’t-miss events
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Making Waves: The Color Expert
This stylist has advice that’ll color how you think about changing your hair’s hues.
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Making Waves: The Natural Hair Expert
Britteny Davidson decided to be the change she wanted to see in the hair care community by promoting self care and self love.
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Making Waves: The Fine, Straight Hair Expert
This stylist is giving life and volume to hair that has a tendency to lay flat and straight.
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Making Waves: The Extension Expert
Wanna add color without dye or add thickness to thin hair? This expert in all things extensions has you covered.
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Flavor of the Month: Spot On
The Good Spot is perfect for families, food, and neighborhood fellowship.
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Swoon: Revered Roll
Hasuno’s Cherry Blossom Roll combines the unexpected for a supremely delicious dish.
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Making Waves: Do the Twist
The resurgence of curly-girl love has brought the perm, of all things, out of the 1980s and into Indy salons for those whose hair falls too flat for their liking.
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Making Waves: Silver Lining
Consider this your primer for (intentionally) going gray.
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Recipe: Bambang Wisanggeni’s Martabak Telor
The owner of Wisanggeni Pawon shares his recipe for crispy beef omelets
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Speed Read: Back Home Again
It’s been nearly 40 years since the legendary matchup of Larry Bird and Michael Jordan at the last NBA All-Star Game held here. This month, Indy and new star Tyrese Haliburton take the global stage.
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Making Waves: Mind Your Manners
TREATING others thoughtfully is a prerequisite of human relations that extends beyond family and friends to your professional circle, as well. At least, it should. But when it comes to interactions between stylists and clients, both sides can get a bit sloppy. Tanya Foster, co-owner of Kiss Kiss Bang Bang in Carmel and Fishers, makes […]
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Unspoken Rules: Palladiscope
A manner-festo for the architectural cinema at Carmel’s Carter Green
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Gulley: Have A Heart
Cindy may still pine for me, but I’m no longer the free love hippie she once knew.
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Making Waves: A Legend’s Legacy Lives On
Madam C.J. Walker not only helped revive hair care rituals among Black Americans, but she provided women a chance at self-determination in a community rising from the ashes.
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Making Waves: Best Tressed List
These are the locals with coiffures we covet. We just had to find out who does their hair, and how.
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100 Years Young And Still Dishing Out Wisdom
This indy centenarian is still cooking up a lively life— but just don’t make a fuss over it.
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Foodie: Bambang Wisanggeni of Wisanggeni Pawon
INDONESIAN food might not be the first thing diners in Indiana look for in Asian cuisine, but Bambang Wisanggeni and his wife Putri Pratiwi are trying to change that, one aromatic, spice-rich dish at a time. Wisanggeni first came to the United States in 2016 after his plans to open a restaurant in the Netherlands […]
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Realty Check: Out Of The Past
A beloved bed-and-breakfast needs new owners to keep its historic, hospitable spirit alive.
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The DeHaan Estate: From Mega-Mansion To High End Eatery And Retail Gallery
How far one of Indy’s priciest landmarks has come from its fish hatchery origins.
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The Gatsbyesque Showrooms Featuring Furniture Luxury
The California-based store formerly known as Restoration Hardware has come a long way since its mall days. Now, the inventory at RH competes for attention with gatsbyesque showrooms like these four stunners.
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Cheers: Carmel Apples
Eastside favorite Ash & Elm brings its ciders and pint-friendly menu to Hamilton County.
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How Young Homesteaders Are Reviving The Colonial On Park
A 1940 brick home in Brazil is lovingly restored and updated to show off its historic glory.
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Shop Talk: Hey, Tootsie
A big-hearted boutique on the west side keeps things natural.
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Body + Soul: Twist And Shout
It’s no canyon ranch experience, but traditional Thai massage gets the kinks out.
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The Hoosierist: Boom, Baby
Has any disaster or sci fi film shown the Circle City circling the drain in spectacularly disastrous fashion?
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Traveler: The Romantic Getaway In The Heart Of Columbus
LOOKING FOR a place to spend a relaxing weekend with your partner—or enjoy a midweek sojourn? You need only go as far as Columbus, Ohio, to The Junto. Brand new, it has spacious standard rooms with oversized windows and comfy window seats. Or splurge on The Apartment, a suite with living and dining areas and […]
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Day Trip: Huber’s Family Farm & Restaurant
A bridge, your significant other, a padlock, and not a key in sight. What could be more romantic?
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Ask Me Anything: Ben Tapper, Diversity Officer
He just marked his one-year anniversary as Indy’s first chief diversity and equity officer. Answering to Mayor Joe Hogsett, Ben Tapper is responsible for ensuring the city lives up to its diversity, equity, and inclusion commitments. Given his wide range of experience, including as a chaplain, a community organizer, and a racial equity consultant, he was destined for the job.
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Pinch Of Wisdom: Carlos Hutchinson
“The secret to using textured vegetable protein (TVP) as a meat substitute is to soak it overnight, wash it a few times, then squeeze out all the water. Marinate with flavors you like most—such as dried chiles, sauces, or fresh garlic and onion—to bring out those flavors you are looking for.” –Carlos Hutchinson, Tlaolli owner […]
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My Look: Jennifer Magley
Do you have any go-to shops you frequent? My clothes must speak to me or have a story to tell. Local consignment shops like Amanda’s Exchange or Nuova Vita Vintage are helpful in crafting that narrative. For custom pieces, I am fortunate to work with Regard the Brand and couture-wise, I shop from Mallory Talty […]