With the advent of Big Data, it’s now easier than ever to quantify what people like around the globe. When it comes to food, Americans have particularly specific opinions. American dining brands have a long and storied history, and whether it’s fast food, fast-casual, high-end, or super cheap, U.S. restaurants offer something for almost everyone. […]
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Rhode Island Red Food Tours return to Providence and Newport for the 2022 Season
Rhode Island Red Food Tours is excited to announce the return of their wildly popular (and delicious!) food tours this April. The Newport Neighborhood Food Tour makes its 2022 season debut on Friday, April 22nd and the Downcity Providence Food Tour on Saturday, April 23rd. “We’re over the moon to embark on our seventh season!” says Paula Silva, Founder & Chief […]
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Providence Pizza Week serves up great pies and more April 17-30
Good news pizza lovers – your time has come! “Providence Pizza Weeks,” a new restaurant industry initiative, arrives this week running from April 17-30. During “Pizza Weeks,” you’ll find specials at restaurants all over the Providence area. Dozens of restaurants are participating from small pizzerias to larger establishments. There’s a pizza for everyone on this […]
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Tiny Kitchen Magic: Root Vegetable Hash
Well, hello there! Sorry, I’m a little late this month, good old changing of the weather cruddies got me. Anyway, as I had discussed last month, I’m doing a two-part recipe this month and next. This month will be the side dish. Next month will be the main protein. This is a fantastic dish to […]
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PVD Food Trucks Opens 2022 Season
In the wake of a tumultuous off-season, PVD Food Trucks opened their 2022 season Thursday, April 14 with a highly successful “Food Trucks Roll into Richmond” event. It took place on the small, triangular lot that is home to Richmond Town Hall, and featured 13 trucks offering everything from RI favorites to BBQ, to “south […]
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Grocery items with the greatest price change in March
The cost of groceries increased nearly 10% year-over-year and 1% since February, driven largely by a rise in prices of meat, poultry, fish, and eggs, according to Consumer Price Index data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics released Tuesday, April 12. The report was released amid the highest documented inflation in more than four decades. Economists […]
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Grey Sail Brewing releases ‘Canal Street Ale’
Grey Sail Brewing of Rhode Island (Grey Sail) has unveiled a new beer in their core lineup today, Canal Street Ale. The Kolsch-inspired ale (3.9% ABV, 110 calories) is a lighter offering made with high-quality German ingredients lending to “a clean, crisp, and absolutely crushable beer,” according to Grey Sail. “It is an ideal option […]
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Here’s which Rhode Island breweries will be open on Easter
Interested in visiting one of Rhode Island’s craft breweries on Easter Sunday? Here’s a list of which Rhode Island breweries will be open and closed on Sunday, April 17, courtesy of the Rhode Island Brewers Guild. Rhode Island Breweries Open on Easter FoolProof Brewing – Normal hours, 12 noon – 6 Linesider – Normal hours, […]
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Flat Waves Food Shack moving to the corner of East Main Road and Aquidneck Avenue
Flat Waves Food Shack announced on Friday that they are moving to the corner of East Main Road and Aquidneck Avenue. “Coming soon to the corner of East Main and Aquidneck Ave…THE FOOD SHACK! We are excited to finally announce that WE ARE MOVING!In the upcoming months we will be heading up the street to […]
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Photo Gallery: Narragansett Brewery celebrates first anniversary at new India Point location
Narragansett Brewery celebrated its first birthday at its new India Point location in Providence Saturday, April 9. The brewery has built a large following since opening last Spring, and friends packed the space to celebrate with brewers and staff. Music and high-energy fun was provided by the Providence Drum Troupe and Hollow Turle, along with […]
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Frosty Freez will open for the season on April 15
Frosty Freez announced on Friday that they will open for the 2022 season on April 15 at 11:30 am. The popular ice cream shop announced back on March 25 that it had to postpone its April 1 opening due to supply chain issues.
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Groundswell’s expanded market opens April 15th
Located in historic Tiverton Four Corners, Groundswell is a multi-building culinary + grocery + home + garden destination that opened on November 1, 2020. You might have missed the opening in the midst of the pandemic, but Groundswell needs to be on your must-visit list this spring. An expanded Table + Provisions shop is scheduled […]
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Narragansett Creamery wins Gold and Bronze Medals at the World Championship Cheese Contest
Providence-based Narragansett Creamery was awarded a First Place Gold Medal for its Low-Fat Coffee Yogurt at the World Championship Cheese Contest on March 3–5 in Wisconsin. Photo courtesy of Narragansett Creamery Their low-fat coffee yogurt contains milk and probiotic cultures, contains no stabilizers or preservatives, and is lactose-free. Narragansett Creamery was also awarded a Third […]
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The Newport Bachelorette Guide 2022
Fun nightlife, a thriving food scene, local vineyards, picturesque streets and stunning seaside sunsets all make Newport a destination that bachelorette parties flock to in droves. With travel experts predicting a major rebound this spring and summer, Newport’s hospitality industry is gearing up to welcome travelers of all kinds— including brides-to-be and their wedding parties […]
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Newport County restaurants serving up Easter brunch, lunch, and dinner on April 17
Newport County restaurants are offering a wide variety of dining options and opportunities for Easter this year, which is Sunday, April 17. All descriptions and info have been provided by restaurants or were available on their website. Please assume that reservations are required at all restaurants and that takeout meals require pre-ordering well in advance. […]
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Sardella’s celebrating its 42nd Anniversary by offering original menu prices from the 1980s
In celebration of 42 years in business, Sardella’s will be offering original menu prices from the 1980’s on select dates in April! Sardella’s Italian Restaurant was founded by a former mayor of Newport, Richard Sardella, in 1980. Newport’s oldest Italian Restaurant celebrated its 35th Anniversary in 2015 by offering its 1980 menu and pricing to […]
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A look at What’s Up at Hotel Viking this spring
The season to renew yourself is here, with fresh spring Daffodil Days officially upon us—and Hotel Viking is celebrating with timely experiences throughout the month of April. We caught up with Hotel Viking to find out about their upcoming spring events and happenings, here’s a look at what’s on tap. Easter Brunch: The Easter Bunny is […]
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Highest-rated cheap eats in Providence, according to Tripadvisor
With the advent of Big Data, it’s easier than ever to quantify what people like around the globe. And when it comes to food—particularly easy, cheap eats—Americans have very specific opinions. Dining brands in U.S. have a long and storied history, and whether they’re fast food, fast-casual, high-end, or super cheap, American restaurants offer something […]
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Where to find the best sushi in Newport
In recent years, Newport’s sushi scene has changed immensely. Sushi used to be a harder-to-find food category in the area, but thanks to new restaurant openings and lots of new culinary talent, local menus have adapted to capture the demand for this popular food. While there are plenty of new sushi options to try on […]
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Newport Restaurant Week returns, here’s a list of the 50+ restaurants participating
Newport Restaurant Week returns today (April 1) through April 10 for its Spring edition. For 10 days, restaurants across Newport and Bristol Counties will be offering an assortment of crave-worthy discounts and deals for you to choose from. Think BOGO deals, prix-fixe offerings, gift cards promotions, and more. Click here to view all Newport Restaurant Week deals and here for more info on […]
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Mykono Pub opens in Middletown
Mykono Pub opens today at 59 Aquidneck Avenue in Middletown. Mykono, which is named after the Greek island Mykonos, is hosting a soft open over the next several days and will operate from 3 pm to 9 pm Thursday, March 24 – Sunday, March 27. Beginning Monday, March 28, Mykono will be open from 11 […]
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What’s Up Interview: Jamie Buscher, co-founder of RI Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Action Committee
When the #metoo movement swept across the country in 2017, women everywhere recognized their shared experience of discrimination, harassment, and abuse in the workplace. With female actors and musicians leading the way, many women in other fields began to share their stories. In 2021, the craft beverage industry faced its moment of reflection. It was […]
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Where to find the best Mexican food in and around Newport
It’s Spring in Newport, and Cinco de Mayo celebrations will be here before we know it. You can count on WhatsUpNewp to have a full round-up of all the local Cinco de Mayo events happening in the area, but why wait until the 5th of May to enjoy fresh guacamole, margaritas, tacos and more? In […]
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Choice Wineries says an apple winery is Rhode Island’s best
When choosing Rhode Island’s best wineries, you begin, of course, with the grapes. The quality of the grapes. Unless it’s apples. The Tapped Apple in Westerly was just named Rhode Island’s top winery by Choice Wineries, an online publication that ranks the best wineries in each state. The Tapped Apple, which produces apple wines and […]
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Midtown Oyster Bar to host another game watch on Saturday for Providence College vs. Richmond
Trying to advance to their first Sweet 16 since 1997, Ed Cooley and the Providence College Friars will square off against the Richmond Spiders in the second round of the 2022 NCAA tournament. The game will take place on Saturday night and tip is slated for 6:10 pm. The Friars advanced to the second round […]