Saturday, September 25th saw the triumphant return of the annual Farm Aid concert, this year held in nearby Hartford, CT. The sold-out event was a major success, for the artists who played it as well as for the organization it benefits. Founded in 1985, the longest-running live concert benefit was missing one of its founders […]
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What’s Up Interview: Martin Beck of Cloverbud Ranch on sustainable beef farming, climate change
Farm Aid returns to Hartford, CT this weekend, with the annual concert scheduled for Saturday, September 25th. We’ll be there to cover the concert, and other activities during the day including events at the “Homegrown Village,” designed to support local farmers. I spoke to a local farmer who will be there earlier this week. He […]
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Ticket Giveaway – Walden playing at Narragansett Brewery Friday, Sept. 24
Walden, a rising Nashville-based modern rock band is playing the new Narragansett Brewery in Providence this Friday, September 24th at 7PM. Walden The band is on a one-of-a-kind tour “50 States on 50 dollars,” and has partnered with Narragansett on a special release IPA, the “Where’s Walden” labeled “Music Express.” This show is a great […]
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The Reef set to host inaugural Savor Newport Wine and Food Fest
The Reef has announced that it will be hosting the inaugural Savor Newport on Saturday, September 25. Savor Newport is a brand-new waterfront wine and food fest showcasing an incredible array of wine, food, and cooking demonstrations from notable area chefs alongside live musical performances from local acts. The inaugural fest will give wine enthusiasts and foodies […]
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Apple Picking Season has arrived! “Six Picks” Orchards in Newport County and beyond
Apple picking season has officially arrived and according to local growers, the crop looks strong this year. And a nice weekend ahead means time to get out there and support local businesses. Check with your favorite orchard for hours and availability. Sweet Berry Farm in Middletown is getting busy on weekends. A favorite on the […]
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Mohegan Sun announces lineup commemorating 25th Anniversary
UNCASVILLE, CT (September 9, 2021) – To properly celebrate 25 years as the Northeast’s premiere integrated entertainment resort, Mohegan Sun announces an impressive lineup of entertainment, deals, giveaways, and celebrity appearances throughout the month of October. From larger-than-life gaming promotions to headlining concerts in the award-winning Mohegan Sun Arena, the brand’s 25th anniversary is stacking up to […]
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Local chefs to pair with wine and beverage experts for Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival series
For the second year in a row, the Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival will expand into the local restaurant scene with a series of specially designed culinary experiences paired with chosen wines and cocktails. These unique dining experiences will be hosted by participating restaurants on select dates from Sept. 16-19, 2021. The Preservation Society […]
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Tiny Kitchen Magic: Cottage Pie
You’re probably asking yourself what the heck is a cottage pie? Well, cottage pie is what most people know as shepherd’s pie. However, technically speaking, when you make it with beef, you’re making cottage pie, as a shepherd’s pie is made with lamb. Understandably, beef is more commonly used here because it’s cheaper and much […]
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2021 Local Agriculture and Seafood Act grants awarded to twenty small businesses, food initiatives across the state
Governor Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) on Wednesday announced $250,000 in grant awards aimed at spurring growth in the agriculture, aquaculture, and seafood sectors of the economy. According to DEM, the grants are funded by the state through the Local Agriculture and Seafood Act (LASA), which directly benefits and […]
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The Fifth Element sells for $4.5 million
The Fifth Element has sold for $4.5 million, according to Teri Degnan Real Estate & Consulting LTD. The commercial-retail property at 105-11 Broadway is currently the location of The Fifth Element restaurant and bar and its outdoor dining space, The Outer Element, as well as the adjacent property best known as the former home of […]
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Foodlove Market will open in Middletown on Friday
Foodlove Market, an upscale specialty market from Newport Restaurant Group, has will open its doors at 1037 Aquidneck Avenue in Middletown at 7 am on Friday. Foodlove offers customers a variety of chef-driven prepared foods and grab-and-go meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner; a curated selection of groceries and provisions from local purveyors; and indoor […]
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Governor McKee ceremonially signs into law two pieces of legislation to support local restaurants
Governor Dan McKee, joined by House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi, Representative Jacquelyn Baginski, Senator Hanna Gallo, Representative Robert Craven, and Senator Frank Lombardi today ceremonially signed into law two pieces of legislation to support local restaurants. The first piece of legislation (2021-H 5105B, 2021-S 0555Aaa) continues the practice of allowing alcohol to be purchased with to-go […]
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Tiny Kitchen Magic: Stuffed Peppers
DISCLAIMER: This is not your traditional Italian stuffed peppers recipe. This is more of a Southwest spicy stuffed pepper recipe. I just wanted to make sure you know what you’re getting yourself into here. I love stuffed peppers because you can stuff them with a variety of items. I prefer to go down a smoky, […]
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Charlestown Seafood Festival returning this weekend (Aug. 6-8)
It’s that time again, one of the largest seafood festivals around (it does take place on a former auxiliary air base), the Charlestown Seafood Festival starts Friday at noon and will run all weekend long. If you’re a first-timer to the event, there is plenty of parking and it’s family-friendly with plenty of offerings for […]
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Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival returns September 17 – 19
The Preservation Society of Newport County today announced that the Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival will return for its 16th year on the weekend of September 17-19, 2021. While tickets are going fast, the Preservation Society says in a press release that seats remain available for many of the festival seminars representing world-class wines […]
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Governor McKee to sign legislation to allow restaurants to continue outdoor dining
Governor Dan McKee will host a bill signing ceremony on Monday for legislation which will allow restaurants to continue to use COVID-19 modifications, including outdoor dining. The legislation imposes a moratorium on the enforcement of any municipal ordinance or zoning requirement that penalizes owners for those modifications. The moratorium will be effective until April 1, […]
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‘Lobby Muddy Fest’ to host 2nd Annual Charity Event at Dockside this Saturday
This Saturday, Lobby Muddy Fest will host its 2nd annual charity event at Dockside here in Newport. The event highlights two of the city’s most famous sandwiches and drinks, the lobster roll and the mudslide. 100% of the proceeds will benefit the Jimmy Fund, a Boston-based non-profit that is aimed at combatting adult and pediatric […]
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Recent heavy rain extends closure of Shellfish Conditional Area A
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) today announced that Conditional Area A, previously scheduled to reopen at sunrise tomorrow morning, is extended until further notice. Conditional Area closures were enacted after the rainfall that occurred Friday, July 9. DEM says this has been a wet July, with approximately four inches more rainfall than […]
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Tiny Kitchen Magic: Spaghetti and Meatballs
Who doesn’t love spaghetti and meatballs? It’s the quintessential comfort food. Normally, it’s a no fuss, no muss dish you just make with dried pasta, jarred sauce and maybe some homemade meatballs. That’s not how I roll. We’re making not only the meatballs, but also the sauce and also the pasta. Yes, time to make the pasta! […]
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Providence Restaurant Weeks returning July 11-24
Foodie alert! “Providence Restaurant Weeks” is returning beginning Sunday, July 11th. And its not just Providence restaurants participating, many deals can be found throughout the metro area. The event takes place over a two-week period from July 11th-24th, and includes all kinds of specials on the menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Some restaurants are serving […]
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The Chanler at Cliff Walk introduces their wine garden
The Chanler at Cliff Walk is debuting a new wine garden this week. The Wine Garden, which opened on Thursday afternoon, is a partnership between The Chanler and Italian vineyard Ca’ del Bosco. Guests of the Wine Garden will enjoy a relaxing afternoon up on the Meadow Lawn with internationally renowned luxury sparkling wines and […]
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Newport Restaurant Group partners with Rhodium Distilling to create a custom Bespoke Gin
Newport Restaurant Group today announced that it has teamed up with Rhode Island Spirits in Pawtucket, to create a custom, bespoke gin perfect for the summer cocktail season. The 84-proof custom blend spirit is part of the Rhodium brand and features a corn base infused with a variety of botanicals, including juniper, sweet orange peel, […]
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General Assembly approves bill allowing restaurants to continue selling drinks with take-out
With a vote in the House today, the General Assembly approved legislation sponsored by Sen. Hanna M. Gallo and Rep. Jacquelyn Baginski to allow any Class B liquor license holders and brewpubs to sell certain amounts of beer, wine and mixed drinks with take-out food order through March 1, 2022. The bill now heads to […]
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Tiny Kitchen Magic: Veggie Pizza!
I don’t know about you, but I love pizza. I enjoy eating it, but I also enjoy making it. It’s kind of the ultimate artist’s food. Now, let’s get one thing out of the way: I do not have my own dough recipe. Find a dough recipe and use that for this. The one I […]
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What’s Up at RI Breweries: We review Proclamation Ale Co. in Warwick
A lazy summer afternoon during the dog days of …Spring … brought me and a friend to Warwick’s Proclamation Ale Co., one of the state’s leading microbreweries, located about a minute from the airport. If you haven’t been yet, “Proc” has a large tasting room, as well as an outdoor area, although those open-air tables […]