The signs are up on East Main Road and scattered throughout Portsmouth: U Pick Strawberries. They seem to appear magically overnight, and for children in the public schools, it is the first sign that the school year is drawing to a close. In this way, you can literally taste summer. Leading traffic from sign to […]
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No ‘calamari comeback’? The squid chef from Democrats’ 2020 convention says he’s a Trump backer
By WILL WEISSERT Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The “calamari comeback” chef who delighted viewers of the last Democratic National Convention might not be coming back. John Bordieri was dubbed by some as the “calamari ninja” for standing wordlessly, clad head-to-toe in black, and holding a platter of lightly buttered, sautéed squid on a Rhode Island beach […]
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Grey Sail Brewing collaborates with New England Brewing Company to support Work Vessels for Veterans
Grey Sail Brewing of Rhode Island has announced the launch of a special collaboration beer, Work Vessel Double IPA, crafted in partnership with New England Brewing Company (NEBCO). “This unique Double IPA is a testament to our shared commitment to quality brewing and the community,” Grey Sail Brewing says in a press release. Grey Sail Brewing shares that […]
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Discover Newport: What’s new this summer from The Classic Coast of Newport, Rhode Island
Discover Newport announces new and seasonal happenings for the summer inviting both visitors and locals to revel in “America’s Summer Playground,” with exciting hotel renovations including the Newport Harbor Island Resort, the new home of Save The Bay’s Hamilton Family Aquarium, art galleries, culinary jaunts and more. “Summer brings about unparalleled beauty and excitement to our […]
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South County Distillers introduces two new canned cocktails just in time for summer
South County Distillers, the sister company of Grey Sail Brewing of Rhode Island, today announced the launch of two exciting new canned cocktails just in time for the summer season, a Watermelon Lime Ranch Water and Strawberry Lemonade. These refreshing libations are perfect for any occasion, whether lounging by the pool, hosting a backyard barbecue, or […]
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Trinity Church’s Annual Strawberry Festival returns on June 15
Trinity Chruch’s Strawberry Fest is back! The event is scheduled to take place outdoors at Trinity Church on Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 11 am to 5 pm. There will be homemade strawberry shortcakes, fresh-squeezed lemonade, and strawberries by the carton for sale. “Join us for fresh Strawberry shortcakes with Chantilly whipped cream, freshly squeezed […]
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Aquidneck Community Table will host its annual ‘Summer Bounty Bash’ on June 18
Aquidneck Community Table (ACT), a leading voice and actor in Newport County on local food promotion and access, will host its annual Summer Bounty Bash on Tuesday, June 18, from 6 pm to 9 pm at Stoneacre Garden. The event celebrates Aquidneck Island’s unique foodie culture and includes complimentary tastings from local makers and growers […]
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Anchor & Hope founders to assume operations at Sakonnet Vineyard
Sakonnet Vineyard today announced that James Davids and Marissa Stashenko, founders of Anchor & Hope, have assumed the management and winemaking responsibilities at the historic vineyard. According to a press release sent on behalf of Sakonnet Vineyard, James and Marissa will collaborate with owner Carolyn Rafaelian to launch new wines, revive the culinary legacy, and […]
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What’s in Season: Memorial Day at Fishermen’s Memorial Farmer’s Market offers bee-utiful bounty
Memorial Day weekend is here, and for many, the long weekend is the first opportunity to kick-off the summer block party season. Outdoor cooking, cornhole, drinks, and friends are all on the menu for a fabulous time. For quick bites that appeal to all ages and tastes, something sweet and versatile should make an appearance […]
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Mission takes top honors on ‘Best Bite In Town’
Newport was the focus of “Best Bite In Town” on the Food Network on Friday night. For the show, Executive Producer Guy Fieri called upon his pal Noah Cappe to help find the “Best Bite In Town” in this new Food Network series, which premiered on Friday, April 12. In each episode of “Best Bite […]
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Providence Brewery named a finalist for the Sam Adams “Brewing the American Dream” award
A Rhode Island brewery has been nominated for the highly prestigious “Brewing the American Dream” experience, a program sponsored by Sam Adams Brewery that provides mentorship and capital to food and beverage entrepreneurs. Providence Brewing Co., located in the Farm Fresh RI building on Sims Street in Providence, has been selected as a finalist for […]
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Newport Oyster & Chowder Festival returns to Bowen’s Wharf
The 8th annual Newport Oyster & Chowder Festival returned to Bowen’s Wharf on Saturday, May 18. Despite a little rain from time to time, large crowds gathered at the historic site in Newport Harbor for a day of delicious food and drink. With dozens of area restaurants and oyster farms participating, the menu featured the […]
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Newport to appear on Food Network’s ‘Best Bite In Town’ on May 24
Set your DVR (or whatever you record shows with these days) as Newport will be the focus of “Best Bite In Town” on the Food Network on Friday, May 24. Executive Producer Guy Fieri has called upon his pal Noah Cappe to help find the “Best Bite In Town” in this new Food Network series, […]
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Caliente Mexican Grill to open on lower Thames Street
According to a victualing license filed with the City of Newport, Caliente Mexican Grill will soon replace 12 Metre Cafe at 462 Thames Street in Newport. The victualing application will be considered by Newport City Council members during their Regular Council Meeting on Wednesday, May 22. Gary’s Handy Lunch operated at 462 Thames Street for […]
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Shellfish harvesting areas in southern Rhode Island closed due to heavy rainfall
Due to heavy rainfall, the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management announced the closure of several shellfish harvesting areas in southern Rhode Island on Thursday, May 23. The closures include Pt. Judith Pond, Potter Pond, Ninigret Pond, Quonochontaug Pond, and Winnapaug Pond. The closures are scheduled to reopen at noon on Thursday. Heavy rainfall in […]
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Newport Vineyards’ Memorial Day Weekend Bash: Live music, food, & wine and beer tastings
Newport Vineyards will host their Annual Memorial Day Weekend Celebration from May 24 – 27 to kick off the summer season. The three-day event will feature live music, food, and wine and beer tastings. Newport Vineyards shares on its website, “Celebrate the holiday weekend and the kickoff of our Tank Patio offering. “Say ‘welcome’ to […]
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What’s in season? A May Hope Street farmers market has fresh cheese and Asian flairs
With the onset of warmth and sunshine, many New Englanders are taking the opportunity to fire up that grill. Nothing says summer like outdoor eating and barbeques, and if you miss the Newport Burger Bender that took place in February, now is the perfect opportunity to consider having a household burger bonanza. In the meantime, […]
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Alliance Française de Newport to host L’Heure du Thé-Tea Hour
The Alliance Française de Newport will host L’Heure du Thé-Tea Hour on May 19, 2024, at the French Confection in Middletown. The event will take place from 3:30 pm to 5 p.m. It is open to all Alliance Française de Newport members, non-members, and children over 12. There will be a wide range of tea […]
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It’s Time to “Shellebrate”: The 8th annual Quahog Week returns to Rhode Island May 11-18
It’s every native Rhode Islander’s dream: bowls of creamy, chunky clam chowder, linguini and fresh littlenecks, deep-fried and crunchy clam cakes, chorizo and clams, and mounds of “New England Thanksgiving:” chopped clams mixed with bread, spices, roasted, and served in a large quahog shell, otherwise known as a “stuffie.” It’s a Rhode Island delicacy, iconic, […]
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Brewery of the Month: Newport Craft offers a premier experience in expansive new space
Newport’s newest tasting room houses one of its original micro-breweries. Newport Craft Brewing and Distilling has built one of the top taprooms in the region, with an expansive new indoor space and an inviting outdoor patio with views of the Pell Bridge certain to be a busy spot all summer long and beyond. The facility […]
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Newport Oyster & Chowder Festival announces BankNewport as presenting sponsor
The Newport Oyster & Chowder Festival, a beloved annual tradition at Bowen’s Wharf in the heart of downtown Newport that returns on May 18th and 19th, is thrilled to announce BankNewport as the event’s first-ever presenting sponsor. The bank will also support the annual Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival on October 19th & 20th, 2024. “We are delighted to […]
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Martha’s Vineyard Food & Wine Festival announces biggest schedule in history of popular event
The Martha’s Vineyard Food & Wine Festival is back with its biggest and best lineup yet. Expanding on last year’s success, the 2024 MV Food & Wine Festival has been elevated in every way featuring a culinary star-studded lineup, a James Beard Foundation DiningSeries collaboration, and an expansion of the lineup of events June 6 – 9 on Martha’s […]
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Recently opened restaurants in the Providence area
Many families around the country have traditions involving restaurants, whether it’s returning to the same spot year after year for birthdays, Sunday morning brunches at a favorite local diner, or Friday night pies at a neighborhood pizza place. While plenty of diners like to visit the same restaurants every year, every month, or even every […]
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Rose Jones named Executive Director of Aquidneck Community Table
Aquidneck Community Table (ACT), a leading voice and actor in Newport County on food-systems work, announced Rose Jones’s selection as its new executive director. With over a decade of experience in State government, Jones is widely regarded for her leadership on statewide food-access planning before and during the Aquidneck Island gas outage in 2019 and […]
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What’s in season: At the end of April, Farm Fresh RI’s Providence farmers market showcases a plethora of vendors and the last of the overwintered root vegetables
It’s nearly May, which means that many year-round farmers markets are preparing to move outdoors while many others are gearing up for their opening weekend. April 27 was the finale of Farm Fresh RI’s indoor Providence winter farmers market. Farm Fresh boasts that their facility hosts the largest indoor farmers market in New England with […]