Since today (February 9) is National Pizza Day, we’re celebrating locally-owned pizza spots by asking you, our readers, for your opinion on who serves up your favorite pizza in and around Newport. Whether you like traditional Margherita, Neopolitan-style, or all the toppings, you’ll find many styles of America’s favorite fast food at Newport’s pizzerias and restaurants […]
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Newport Vineyards to host 26th Annual WINEterfest February 19 – 20
Newport Vineyards will host their 26th Annual WINEterfest on February 19th & 20th! The festival will include tasting bars for Newport Vineyards wine and Taproot Beer plus fun bites by their culinary team, live music & the ice bar! They have two session times each day to choose from (and limited capacity so grab your […]
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What’s Up around town: Good times Saturday at the Rhode Island Brew Fest
The annual Rhode Island Brew Fest filled the hall of the Waterfire Arts Center in Providence Saturday, February 5. The event drew over 50 local and regional breweries and hundreds of beer-loving friends. Rhode Island breweries were well represented with larger companies like Narragansett and Newport Craft attending along with upstarts like “Rejects” in Newport […]
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La Vecina ghost kitchen returns February 7th; in-person dining planned for spring
Newport Restaurant Group’s La Vecina, which began as an authentic Mexican pop-up restaurant from Bar ‘Cino’s Executive Chef Mariana Gonzalez-Trasvina, will return as a ‘ghost kitchen’ at Bar ‘Cino on Monday, February 7th, in advance of its brick-and-mortar opening this spring. Starting Monday, takeout and delivery will be available daily from 4 pm to 9 […]
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Ladies AOH to host Grab and Go Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner on March 26
The Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians today announced that their Annual Grab and Go Corned Beef and Cabbage dinner will be held on Saturday, March 26, 2022. The dinner will be immediately following the 4 pm Mass at St. Augustin’s Church in Newport. The dinner will be a Grab and Go from St. Augustin’s Church […]
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Stoneacre Garden to host Wagyu Dinner, Stoneacre Brasserie to host Game Dinner
Stoneacre Hospitality Group announced this week that they will be hosting two special dinner events at their two Newport-based restaurants, Stoneacre Garden and Stoneacre Brasserie, this month. Stoneacre Garden will be hosting a special Wagyu Dinner on February 18th, followed by Stoneacre Brasserie’s Game Dinner on February 24th. More details on each dinner is below; Stoneacre Garden Wagyu Dinner On February […]
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What’s Up Interview: Lisa McCurdy of RI Brew Fest – Coming to Waterfire Arts Center Saturday Feb. 5
Where can you find over 50 local and regional breweries sharing their bounty this weekend? At the Rhode Island Brew Fest, of course, returning to the Waterfire Arts Center in Providence after skipping last year due to the pandemic. We learned more about the 2022 Festival from Lisa McCurdy of Gray Matter Marketing, one of […]
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Save The Date: Newport Burger Bender returns Feb. 18 – 27
After a year off due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Newport Burger Bender, Discover Newport’s “best burger” contest returns to Newport and Bristol Counties February 18th – 27th, 2022! Local restaurants will once again be throwing their buns in the ring with hopes of being crowned the Best Burger (and there is more than just beef!) in Newport. Try […]
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Poll: Where is your favorite place for brunch in Newport?
Brunch, the delicious combination of breakfast, lunch, and alcohol consumed usually in the late morning, can be found in many of the most popular restaurants across Newport. Luckily, many restaurants in Newport offer brunch throughout the week, not just on Saturdays and Sundays. Here’s a look at where to find brunch in Newport We want […]
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Where To Find Brunch in Newport
*Updated 1/27/2022. This story was originally published on January 5, 2015, it is routinely updated. * Brunch, the delicious combination of breakfast, lunch and alcohol consumed usually in the late morning, can be found in many of the most popular restaurants across Newport. Luckily, many restaurants in Newport offer brunch throughout the week, not just […]
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Inaugural Rhode Island Craft Beer Week set for March 5 – 13
Attention fans of craft beer, you’re invited to celebrate Rhode Island’s craft beer scene. The Rhode Island Brewers Guild (RI Brewers Guild) today announced plans are underway for their inaugural Rhode Island Craft Beer Week! Set for March 5th through the 13th, 2022, this celebration of RI’s beer manufacturers will feature events scheduled at bars, restaurants, package […]
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25 Things to do in Newport for Valentine’s Day
Home to awe-inspiring natural landscapes, cozy nooks and crannies, and the Most Romantic Hotel in America, the City-by-the-Sea makes an excellent destination for valentines. Whether you’re looking for a romantic candlelit dinner, a seaside stroll, or some fireside conversation, here are 25 things you can do in Newport for Valentine’s Day 2022. *Note: This list […]
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Castle Hill Inn, Stoneacre Garden to celebrate Chinese New Year with special dinner menus
In honor of the arrival of the Chinese New Year and year of the tiger, The Dining Room at Castle Hill Inn and Stoneacre Garden will be offering special dinner menus inspired by Chinese culture and featuring traditional Chinese dishes. The 2022 Chinese New Year falls on Tuesday, February 1st, and celebrations culminate on February 15th, 2022. Castle Hill Inn To mark the re-opening of the Inn’s […]
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Marina Cafe & Pub announces it’s ‘going out of business’
Goat Island’s Marina Cafe and Pub announced via social media on Saturday, January 15 that it is going out of business. Update – Marina Cafe and Pub reopening on May 25 “After 13 years of fun and celebrations the Marina Cafe and Pub is going out of business. A proposal to extend our lease has […]
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Newport Beer Festival headed to Fort Adams Saturday, April 30
Forecast got you down? Tired of the pandemic? Here’s an event to get excited about this Spring. The Newport Beer Festival is coming to Fort Adams on Saturday, April 30. Formerly the Newport Craft Beer Festival, the popular gathering returns to Newport for its 10th year, after taking 2021 off due to Covid. The announcement […]
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Brewery of the Month – We visit the Providence Brewing Company
Things are certainly brewing in Providence … The Providence Brewing Company, a welcome addition to the region’s growing line-up of micro-breweries, recently opened at the Farm Fresh RI hub on Sims Avenue in the Valley neighborhood. The state’s newest micro-brewery isn’t really brand new. The original Providence Brewing Company opened in the 1800’s and closed […]
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Providence Restaurant Weeks returning January 9-24
Foodie alert! “Providence Restaurant Weeks” is returning Sunday, January 9. The event takes place over a two-week period from January 9-24, and includes all kinds of specials on the menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Several restaurants are serving up signature cocktails, family-sized entrees, specialty products, and more. And it’s not just Providence restaurants who […]
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Providence Brewing Co. announces Grand Opening of taphouse Saturday, Jan. 8
PROVIDENCE (December 27, 2021) – Providence Brewing Co is excited to announce the much-anticipated grand opening of its taphouse in the heart of Providence’s Valley Neighborhood, scheduled for Saturday, January 8! Located in the Farm Fresh RI Food Hub building at 10 Sims Avenue, doors will open at noon at the expansive new location, bringing […]
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Mozz scheduled to open in Bellevue Gardens Shopping Center in February
If you like cheese, you’ll be happy to learn that Newport’s cheese scene is about to get a major upgrade: Mozz (pronounced “mots”) is slated to open in Bellevue Gardens Shopping Center in February 2022 and will offer fresh mozzarella di Bufala made daily, as well as other cheeses, breads, and imported Italian specialty items. […]
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Brewery of the Month – We visit Rejects in Middletown
Rejects Beer opened up exactly one year ago as the pandemic was raging … a practice that is becoming increasingly familiar for new businesses. A year and a couple of visits later, we can confirm that Rejects is here to stay, a welcome addition to the local brewery scene. Rejects is located next door to […]
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Coffee Grinder to permanently close its doors on Bannister’s Wharf at the end of the month
The Coffee Grinder today announced that it is permanently closing at the end of this month. The Announcement End of an era as the Coffee Grinder closes its doors on Bannister’s Wharf Coffee Grinder will be closing its doors at the end of December. I am sad to share that my lease is not being […]
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Aquidneck Community Table to host special holiday market
Mark the calendar for Aquidneck Community Table’s last Wednesday market of the season on December 22nd! Don’t miss this festive Holiday Market at Stoneacre Garden, the last chance to shop the freshest and local options before the market takes a winter break. Think of shopping for gifts from vendors, in addition to the great gifts […]
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Tiny Kitchen Magic: Mac and Cheese
Ok, let’s start this off with a hot take. Macaroni and chees do not belong in an oven. Ever. I believe doing this to such an amazing dish is a crime against humanity. Do you like soggy, dry bricks of pasta? No? Then do not bake your mac and cheese. There’s no reason to cook […]
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Salvation Cafe to permanently close
Salvation Cafe today announced on Facebook that they will close at the end of the year, “We can finally say without fear of being sued (I think) that Salvation Cafe has 3 weeks to live. It’s been the grooviest road and we are so grateful for the past 30 years of The greatest customers & […]
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The Reef transforms its patio into an Igloo Village, reservations are now available
The Reef, along with Erith Outings, has transformed their outdoor patios into the most amazing winter wonderland. The opportunity to dine in one of the nine professionally decorated, heated igloos, on the water, under the stars is now available to customers. In addition to offering the regular menu, The Reef is offering curated dining experiences […]