The Landing continues to burst with activity with the announcement that the much-anticipated opening of Dana’s, Night Train, and Blue Bottle Shop will be March 13.

Housed at the corner of Harrison and Columbia streets in the former Columbia Street West, the businesses are latest effort from Be Better Hospitality, the group behind Penny Drip. 

On the first floor is Dana’s, which promises to be an elegant neighborhood tavern that is named after Dana Columbia, founder of Columbia Street and The Landing in the 1800s. Accompanied by a French-inspired tavern food menu for pairings, Dana’s will serve up cocktails and a special selection of beer, wine, and spirits. It will be open every day from 4 p.m.-midnight.

In the basement is Night Train. It’s a tip of the hat to the railroad lines nearby and will be more of a late-night hangout with entertainment in a fun, energized bar setting. Like Dana’s, it’s open seven days a week, stretching from 6 p.m-3 a.m. 

Blue Bottle Shop offers a carefully selected showcase of beverages that promises to be “your destination for specialty spirits, liqueurs, wines, beers, non-alcoholic and cocktail tools.” Again, its historical roots date back to the day of the original Blue Bottle store where pioneers would grab supplies like whiskey for their travels.

Chapman’s tapping into Electric Works market

We are getting our first look at the anchor of the Electric Works project. 

Chapman’s Brewing leaders will show off their new company headquarters in Building 27, just across Dynamo Alley next to Union Street Market.

The headquarters will have more than business offices since there is also a 10-barrel brewery and restaurant/taproom. 

When it was announced in 2021, they teased us with a full-service, next-level dining experience with great beer and food and 24 beers on tap, besides wine and cider. 

The brewery also has a taproom in downtown Columbia City and in the terminal at Fort Wayne International Airport. 

Sister Cities Gala coming March 23

Time is running out to get tickets for the Taste of Sisters Cities Gala on March 23 at Parkview Mirro Center, 10622 Parkview Plaza Drive. 

The event celebrates the culture and cuisine of Fort Wayne’s five sister cities: Takaoka, Japan; Gera, Germany; Plock, Poland; Taizhou, China; and Mawlamyine, Myanmar. 

The gala is a night of authentic cuisine from each of those cities, as well as music, dance, and a silent auction. 

Proceeds benefit exchange programs for building and strengthening friendships with citizens of these regions. 

For more information, go to the Fort Wayne Sister Cities website at fortwaynesistercities.net.

Chimney Cakes closing May 25

Chimney Cakes Bakery & Caffé, 1202 W. Main St., have announced their last day will be May 25. 

In a Facebook post this month, the owners said, “We are grateful for every minute we’ve got to serve you and we are hopeful that the future will open new doors for our business.”

 Until then, the store is open noon-6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday.

Plenty of good eats over St. Paddy’s weekend

Here’s a quick scouting report for some St. Patrick’s Day food coming up.

Deer Park Irish Pub’s 26th Annual Clover Classic runs from Friday, March 15, to Sunday, March 17, at 1530 Leesburg Road. Friday features an all-day fish fry from What the Fish food truck, keg tapping, and music. Saturday and Sunday includes Mo’s Tacos, Matt’s Hitchin Kitchen, and Another One Bites the Crust food trucks.

Kekionga Craft Company, 7328 Maysville Road, is serving up green cider, green slushies, and Irish stew on Saturday, March 16, as part of their party. It runs from noon-10 p.m.

 JK O’Donnell’s Irish Ale House, 121 W. Wayne St., celebrates with live music all-night Saturday and from 5-8 p.m. Sunday. There is a $5 cover charge, and their menu includes Irish favorites like bangers and mash, corned beef, fish, and chips.

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