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Team at Giusto to open a neighborhood pizzeria in former Panera Bread

by Ryan Belmore January 7, 2023January 7, 2023

A new restaurant is set to open this spring at 49 Long Wharf Mall (formerly Panera Bread). The restaurant, a partnership between Kevin O’Donnell, Giusto Executive Chef Kyle Stamps, and […]

Posted inFood & Drink

RI VegFest returns to WaterFire Arts Center for plant-based celebration

by What's Up Newp January 5, 2023January 5, 2023

RI VegFest, the Ocean State’s only fully vegan festival, will return to the WaterFire Arts Center in Providence on February 4th and 5th, 2023. The two-day event will feature over […]

Posted inFood & Drink

The Reef’s January Events: Something for everyone to enjoy

by Ryan Belmore January 2, 2023January 2, 2023

The Reef in Newport is offering an array of delicious events for the month of January. The 3-Course Culinary Experience, featuring a rotating 3-course menu paired with a bottle of […]

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Jay Flanders’ Tiny Kitchen Magic: A Recap of Delicious Dishes in 2022

by Ryan Belmore and Jay Flanders December 31, 2022December 31, 2022

What’sUpNewp columnist Jay Flanders cooked up a variety of delicious dishes in his Tiny Kitchen Magic series in 2022. On November 7, Flanders braised chicken in beer, creating a flavorful […]

Posted inFood & Drink

From coast to coast: The best regional fast-food chains to try

by Stacker December 27, 2022December 28, 2022

Beloved fast-food chains are scattered across the country, even stretching past international borders. McDonald’s, Burger King, and Wendy’s are three of the most common burger chains across the country, along […]

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Posted inThings To Do

What’s Up on New Year’s Eve in Newport

by Ryan Belmore December 26, 2022December 26, 2022

New Year’s Eve in Newport, Rhode Island promises to be a festive and exciting celebration filled with a variety of events for all ages. For those looking to ring in […]

Posted inFood & Drink

38 Christmas side dishes

by Stacker December 23, 2022December 23, 2022

Preparing Christmas dinner can be intimidating: expectations are high, especially when guests have long-held favorite dishes in mind. If you’re lucky, though, you’ll only be responsible for bringing a side […]

Posted inBusiness

Boat House Restaurant and Tiverton Police Department collect hundreds of toys for local children through Operation Blue Santa Toy Drive

by Ryan Belmore December 21, 2022December 21, 2022

The Boat House Restaurant and Tiverton Police Department held a successful toy drive for local children this holiday season, collecting hundreds of toys through the annual Operation Blue Santa event. […]

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Shop Local – Last minute holiday gift ideas for 2022

by Ken Abrams and Sarah McClutchy December 20, 2022December 20, 2022

As online shipping deadlines approach, your options for gift-buying for the holiday season are becoming more limited. Never fear, local businesses are here to answer the call. Here’s an updated […]

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How people ordered meals online in 2022, according to DoorDash

by Stacker December 19, 2022December 19, 2022

It seems everyone craves takeout lately—and the numbers prove it. A recent report from online food ordering company DoorDash found a 15% year-over-year growth for same-store pickup orders using their […]

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From coffee to cola: The most popular nonalcoholic beverages in the US ranked

by Stacker December 19, 2022December 19, 2022

Beverage trends come and go and sometimes come back around again, often influenced by everything from shifting cultural priorities, increased scientific research and knowledge on human health, and marketing by […]

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Tiny Kitchen Magic: Beef Stew

by Jay Flanders December 19, 2022December 19, 2022

Finally, as promised, it is time to make beef stew.  This is a variation of a recipe my mother gave me, which itself is quite delicious.  I decided to treat […]

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Dine Local, Shop Local: Newport County Dinner Club returns for its 34th year

by Ryan Belmore December 18, 2022December 18, 2022

The Newport County Dinner Club is returning for its 34th year, continuing its mission of making dining out more affordable. The Newport County Dinner Club offers two-for-one dining at more […]

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Jewish holiday recipes for everyone to try

by Stacker December 12, 2022December 12, 2022

Jewish cuisine has long been influential in the U.S. and global food culture. Diaspora brought traditional Jewish foods across the world: Over centuries and continents, Jewish foods became part of the […]

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‘Six Picks’ RI Breweries celebrate National Lager Day Saturday, Dec. 10

by Ken Abrams December 8, 2022December 11, 2022

Rhode Island breweries will be joining their national counterparts this weekend to celebrate “National Lager Day” on December 10. The cold, refreshing lager is the most popular American beer, a […]

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The best new beers in the world, according to Beer Advocate

by Stacker December 3, 2022December 3, 2022

The craft of brewing the perfect beer is booming— it seems like beer drinkers can’t get enough. Breweries in the United States grew 390% between 2010 and 2020, according to […]

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Sons of Liberty launches a new flavored whiskey line

by Ryan Belmore December 1, 2022December 1, 2022

South Kingstown-based Sons of Liberty Spirits Co. today announced that it has released a new line of flavored whiskies that are now available throughout Rhode Island and select stores in […]

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Where to dine out in Newport this Thanksgiving

by Ryan Belmore November 24, 2022November 24, 2022

It may seem like Halloween was just last week and Election Day was yesterday, but Thanksgiving is quickly approaching! Several restaurants in Newport County have confirmed that they will be […]

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The worst beers in the world, according to Beer Advocate

by Stacker November 23, 2022November 24, 2022

It’s no surprise that Americans love their beer. Despite having a relatively old legal drinking age compared to the international standard of 18, America still ranked among the drunkest countries […]

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Megs’ Aussie Milk Bar is for sale

by Ryan Belmore November 23, 2022November 23, 2022

Megs’ Aussie Milk Bar, which permanently closed on October 28 after 16 years, is now for sale. On Facebook, the cafe shared the following; Café for sale at a great […]

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Talking turkey! How the Thanksgiving bird got its name (and then lent it to film flops)

by The Conversation November 23, 2022November 23, 2022

Jack Lynch, Rutgers University – Newark “Meleagris Gallopavo Day” is a bit of a mouthful. Which may be why this Thanksgiving, most people will opt for the less ornithologically precise […]

Posted inFood & Drink

Seamen’s Church Institute offering a free takeaway meal to anyone who needs it on Thanksgiving

by Ryan Belmore November 22, 2022November 22, 2022

Seamen’s Church Institute has announced that it will host its annual free Thanksgiving Day Mel on November 24 from 11 am to 12 pm. This freshly prepared turkey dinner with […]

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Posted inFood & Drink

Why is turkey the main dish on Thanksgiving?

by The Conversation November 22, 2022November 22, 2022

Troy Bickham, Texas A&M University Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to curiouskidsus@theconversation.com. […]

Posted inArts & Culture, Food & Drink, Sports, Things To Do

‘Six Picks’ World Cup Edition – Best spots to catch all the action in Newport and beyond

by Ken Abrams November 21, 2022November 20, 2022

Soccer fans rejoice! The World Cup has finally arrived and games will be airing through the finals on December 18. You may have heard that you won’t be able to […]

Posted inFood & Drink

10 plant-based recipes for a big Thanksgiving table

by Stacker November 20, 2022November 20, 2022

Serving plant-based meals during a holiday so focused on turkey may seem far-fetched, but with the prime produce the autumn season offers—and a turkey shortage pushing prices up as much […]

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