In the News

From new restaurant concepts and signature events to community partnerships and company milestones, explore the stories shaping Meraki Hospitality Group.

Whole Hog Invitational Brings Farmers and Chefs to the Table

Northwest Indiana Business Magazine
August 25, 2026

Meraki Hospitality Group and Indiana Grown are bringing the inaugural Whole Hog Invitational to Crown Point, uniting five regional chefs with Indiana agriculture for a culinary competition designed to strengthen relationships between farmers, chefs, and the communities they serve.

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Logo of Sugo Italian Kitchen with red tomatoes and green background.

Meraki to Open Italian Restaurant in Crown Point

Northwest Indiana Business Magazine
July 7, 2026

Meraki Hospitality Group announced the upcoming opening of SUGO Italian Kitchen, a new concept bringing handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza, and a fresh take on Italian dining to the heart of the Historic Crown Point Square District.

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A large white lake house with multiple levels and blue awnings, sitting by a dock on a lake. The property includes outdoor seating with umbrellas, a small gazebo, and lush greenery surrounding the house. There is a parking lot and a large shed nearby, set against a background of trees and a bright blue sky with scattered fluffy clouds.

Lighthouse Restaurant Welcomes New Ownership

Northwest Indiana Business Magazine
July 23, 2025

Meraki Hospitality Group expanded its portfolio with the acquisition of Lighthouse Restaurant, preserving one of Northwest Indiana's most recognizable dining destinations while building on its legacy of exceptional hospitality.

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