The Newport County Dinner Club is marking its 36th year with a holiday offer that’s a win-win for local restaurants and food lovers alike.

For just $25, members get two-for-one dining at more than 50 top-notch restaurants across Newport County. The club’s motto, “Dine local, Shop local,” encourages residents to support businesses in their community.

With over 50 chefs ready to impress, members are in for a treat. This club membership makes for a great gift that keeps giving throughout the year, perfect for those looking for holiday presents or a break from cooking at home.

Want to join? You can sign up online at NewportCountyDinnerClub.com or pick up a membership at several local spots. These include Shaw’s Supermarket in Middletown, Clements Market in Portsmouth and Bristol, A Market in Newport, Gold’s Wine & Spirits in Middletown, and Conanicut Marine Store in Jamestown.

Military members can also grab a membership at Go Tickets on the Newport Navy base.

The club’s pitch is simple: “Don’t cook tonight!” At $25, it’s hard to argue with the value.

For more details or to see the full list of participating restaurants, visit NewportCountyDinnerClub.com.

Ryan Belmore is the owner and publisher of What's Up Newp. He took over the publication in 2012 and has grown it into a three-time Rhode Island Monthly Best Local News Blog (2018, 2019, 2020). He was named LION Publishers Member of the Year in 2020 and received the Dominique Award from the Arts & Cultural Society of Newport County the same year. He has been awarded grants for investigative and community journalism, and continues to coach and mentor new local news publications nationwide. Ryan...