The 2024 Ocean State Brewers Fest brought over three dozen Rhode Island breweries to Farm Fresh Rhode Island in Providence on Saturday, August 10 for a celebration of local beer and the breweries that provide it. Sponsored by the Rhode Island Brewers Guild and BrewBox, a local beer delivery service, the event saw hundreds of […]
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Flora brings Mediterranean flair to Gardiner House
A new culinary destination has arrived in the heart of Newport, offering a taste of coastal Mediterranean cuisine with a local twist. Flora, located in the recently opened waterfront hotel Gardiner House, welcomes diners with its vibrant atmosphere and stunning views of Newport Harbor. The 110-seat restaurant, which opened shortly after July 4, is helmed […]
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What’s in Season: Sweet corn and tomatoes from Fales Farm are classic end-of-summer staples
Crunchy, juicy, sweet, and acidic, corn and tomatoes are must-haves for a stocked summer pantry. Barbeque might come to mind first with this combination – thick slices of tomatoes stacked on a juicy burger, corn on the cob on the side. Corn cobs might be used in Cajun-style seafood boils, or, for those who have […]
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Newport’s Drift Cafe rides wave of success into Newport Folk & Jazz Festivals
Drift Cafe, a Newport eatery, is participating in the 2024 Newport Folk & Jazz Festivals with a pop-up booth, offering festival-goers a taste of its menu options. Rob DePaula, owner of Drift Cafe, spoke with What’sUpNewp about the cafe’s involvement in the event. “We’ve known about this festival forever, obviously, because it’s one of the […]
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Recall of Boar’s Head Deli Meats expanded
Approximately 7 million pounds of deli meat and poultry products sold nationwide by Boar’s Head are now being recalled, according to a press release issued by the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) today. The products are included in the recall issued July 26, 2024, and include meat intended for slicing at retail delis and […]
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Newport Restaurant Group celebrates Farm Fresh Rhode Island’s 20th Birthday with a ‘Fruits from the Field’ Fundraiser
Newport Restaurant Group (NRG) today announced that it will celebrate Farm Fresh Rhode Island’s 20th birthday with a special ‘fruits from the field’ fundraiser. NRG is Farm Fresh’s top tomato purchaser, and it has been so every year since the organization began. From August 1st through August 31st, NRG restaurants Avvio, Bar ‘Cino (Newport), and Waterman Grille (Providence), […]
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Jacques Pépin to headline Newport MansionsWine & Food Festival; tickets on sale now
Celebrity chef, television personality, author, and educator Jacques Pépin will share insights and stories from his illustrious career during the Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival at Rosecliff in September. “A Conversation with World-Renowned French Chef Jacques Pépin and Claudine Pépin” will be a highlight of the 19th annual festival, which also features a Connoisseur’s […]
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Produce Recall in Rhode Island: Wiers Farm pulls products
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers that Wiers Farm is recalling produce products packed between July 5th and July 12th because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. These products were sold at Save-A-Lot in Rhode Island and at Walmarts in Connecticut. These products were sold in many other states, […]
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Chef Peter Carvelli reflects on culinary honor, celebrating Foglia’s second anniversary
Four of Rhode Island’s top chefs brought a taste of the state’s “Classic Coast” to New York City on Thursday, showcasing the region’s evolving culinary scene at a sold-out dinner. The “Cooking on the Classic Coast” event, presented by Discover Newport, took place at Platform at Pier 57 by the James Beard Foundation. More than […]
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Giusto Chef William Reitzel reflects on Newport’s culinary evolution
Chef William Reitzel of Giusto restaurant in Newport sees the city’s culinary scene evolving beyond its traditional seafood fare. “It’s definitely evolving,” Reitzel said. “I started in Newport about 15 years ago and to the point of where it is today is completely different. It’s not just this tourist destination for clam cakes and chowder […]
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Newport Vineyards Chef Andy Teixeira aims to revolutionize farm-to-table dining
Newport Vineyards Executive Chef Andy Teixeira is growing more than just grapes at the 120-acre farm in Middletown, Rhode Island. Teixeira, a James Beard Award semifinalist, is cultivating a sustainable culinary program that includes housing for culinary students, four kitchens, and plans to grow bananas and figs. “We’re trying to be sustainable. We’re trying to […]
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Yagi Noodles’ Chef Basil Yu: From pop-up to James Beard finalist
Chef Basil Yu of Yagi Noodles in Newport is still processing his recent James Beard Award semifinalist nomination. “It’s still kind of a shock,” Yu told What’sUpNewp at a New York City event on Thursday night featuring four of Rhode Island’s James Beard Award semifinalists. “The list was something that I have looked up to […]
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Newport chefs dazzle NYC with ‘Classic Coast’ culinary showcase
NEW YORK — Four of Rhode Island’s top chefs brought a taste of Rhode Island’s “Classic Coast” to New York City on Thursday, showcasing the region’s evolving culinary scene at a sold-out dinner. The “Cooking on the Classic Coast” event, presented by Discover Newport, took place at Platform at Pier 57 by the James Beard […]
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What’s in Season: Sweet and juicy blueberries are ready to eat at Almy-Thurston Farm in Portsmouth
Summer berries are iconic. Seen on commercials, social media posts, and countless other media forms, berries scream “summertime” with their vibrant colors and their fun, careless, pop-able eating style. They fit perfectly with coastal summer “vibes” and “aesthetics,” with buckets of berries being sauntered through fields and glass containers of fruit being placed on picnic […]
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Newport Vineyards offers ‘Cheese & Chocolate Tasting’ experience
Calling all wine lovers! Newport Vineyards is offering a special tasting menu for a limited time, featuring four of their favorite wines paired with two chef-selected cheeses and two house-made chocolates. The tasting package is included for $36, and includes a tasting flight of four featured wines, two fudgey confections from the Vineyard Bakeshop and […]
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New restaurants join Providence Restaurant Weeks July 7-20
Take a break from burgers and hot dogs – it’s Providence Restaurant Weeks! Beginning July 7 through July 20, 2024, nearly 70 restaurants throughout Providence and Rhode Island will be serving up dining specials, deals and prix fixe menus to mark the Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau’s signature dining event. “There are so many […]
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Breweries of the Month: Ravenous and Phanton Farms leading the way in Northern RI
With two brewhouses in town, Cumberland is fast becoming the beer capital of northern Rhode Island. For June’s “Brewery of the Month,” we decided to check out both Ravenous Brewing and Phantom Farms Brewing, two breweries that call Cumberland home. First stop, Ravenous Brewing Company, the first Latino-owned brewery in the state, headquartered in a […]
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What’s in Season: From bulbs to herbs to salad greens, Long Lane Farm in Warren offers a full summer bounty at their local farm stand
Traveling to farmer’s markets is an excellent way to support small, local farms while getting fresh, in-season produce. The bigger the farmer’s market, the larger the variety of fruits and vegetables available. But traveling to markets is not always feasible for everyone. Other ways to achieve the same results are signing up for CSA programs […]
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Highest-rated beer in Rhode Island
If you drink beer—any beer—you’re probably familiar with the craft beer explosion that began in the late 2010s, and you likely fall into one of two camps: IPA warrior or lager loyalist. The great thing about a beer-related revolution is that there is no wrong side. Whatever your preference, cheers to you. The brewery business […]
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Highest-rated beer in Vermont
If you drink beer—any beer—you’re probably familiar with the craft beer explosion that began in the late 2010s, and you likely fall into one of two camps: IPA warrior or lager loyalist. The great thing about a beer-related revolution is that there is no wrong side. Whatever your preference, cheers to you. The brewery business […]
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Highest-rated beer in Massachusetts
If you drink beer—any beer—you’re probably familiar with the craft beer explosion that began in the late 2010s, and you likely fall into one of two camps: IPA warrior or lager loyalist. The great thing about a beer-related revolution is that there is no wrong side. Whatever your preference, cheers to you. The brewery business […]
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Newport City Council approves expansion of Bar and Board’s outdoor dining area
The Newport City Council on Wednesday night approved the expansion of Bar and Board’s victualing and liquor licence for their location at 282 Thames St. The expansion will add a 900-square-foot second-floor deck above the existing first-floor patio, consisting of 10 tables and 37 chairs, as well as a temporary 900-square-foot seasonal area for 2024. […]
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Two new restaurants and dining opportunities debut in Newport County, bringing a taste of European affairs to Rhode Island
Newport County in the summer is dazzling and luxurious – sailing, harbor cruises, beaches, shopping at boutiques, and al fresco dining are all on the itinerary. This summer, county residents have two new dining opportunities to enjoy, one in the heart of downtown Jamestown, the other perched over the iconic Cliff Walk. Locals can experience […]
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Newport Craft Distilling acquires KEEL Vodka
In a press release today, Newport Craft Distilling announced the acquisition of Newport, Rhode Island- based KEEL Vodka. KEEL Vodka, founded in 2011 by Bill Dessel, Tom McGowan, and Matt Light in Newport, Rhode Island, is considered by the company as the first premium light spirit. “It is a product of unparalleled smoothness and drinkability […]
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Newport Polo to welcome Dominican Polo Team with a ‘Pony Parade’ on America’s Cup Avenue on June 14
Newport Polo today announced that they will welcome the arrival of the Dominican Polo Team in a Pony Parade on America’s Cup Avenue from 6-6:30 pm on Friday, June 14, 2024, on the Newport Harborfront. The column of 8 polo ponies will be led by the Dominican Polo Team, with returning captain Mauricio Bogaert and teammates Juan Thomas Diaz, Alexander […]