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 […]
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Three Generations of Women in Wine: Castell d’Age
Story by Paige Comrie, Mirabelle Selects. Images by Paige Comrie and Castell d’Age Rooted in tradition, crafted with care, and focused on sustainability, Castell d’Age is serving up some incredible wines that I just have to share. The history of Castell d’Age is tied to three generations of women: grandmother, mother and daughter. Set in […]
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Best Irish pubs in Rhode Island
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Looking for a place to grab a Guinness and a corned beef sandwich? Here’s our round-up of the 17 best Irish bars around the state. Which ones are your favorites? O’Briens | Newport Located in the fifth ward district of Newport, O’Brien’s has been operated continuously since 1945. Mews Tavern | […]
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Newport Vineyards to host Interactive Culinary Job Fair Demo on March 23
Calling all culinary cru! Interested in working in farm-forward, 100% scratch kitchens? Newport Vineyards is inviting you to experience their kind of kitchen firsthand during an Interactive Culinary Job Fair Demo on Wednesday, March 23 from 5 pm to 7 pm. For invited applicants, Newport Vineyards will be holding a whole-animal breakdown demo, right in […]
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Save The Date: Spring Newport Restaurant Week will take place April 1 – 10
Save the date, and make those reservations, Newport Restaurant Week returns for its Spring edition April 1 – 10. 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. Over the coming […]
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Brewery of the Month: We visit The Guild in Warren
So the Spring-like weather has you thinking about watching the sunset on the water with a cold one? We hear you … and we’ve got you covered. There’s a new spot to add to your list for 2022… the Guild in Warren, which is poised to become one of the top destination breweries in the […]
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140 Broadway, formerly the Salvation Cafe, sells for $2.2 million
140 Broadway, formerly home to Salvation Cafe, sold on March 10, 2022, for $2.2 million, according to Rhode Island Statewide MLS records. The sale included the building, restaurant and liquor license, plus two residential apartments. According to City of Newport real estate records, Sue Lamond, the sole member of Star Nation, LLC, sold the property […]
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Tiny Kitchen Magic: Thai-inspired Peanut Chicken
Oh, you thought I was going to do something Irish-inspired? Nah, didn’t feel like doing the cliched thing here. Plus, I sort of did that already with the cottage pie. Instead, I think it’s time we take a trip to Asia. This is a quick and easy recipe to make, and it’s not short on […]
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Muralists celebrating the relationship of beer and farming at Exeter’s Tilted Barn Brewery
Bringing nature indoors and celebrating the importance of farming in the development of … BEER!! That’s the goal of two California muralists who will be at Exeter’s Tilted Barn Brewery beginning Monday March 14 through Wednesday March 16. They will be painting a 200 square foot mural that they say will capture the essence of […]
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‘Six Picks’ Newport Breweries – Celebrate RI Craft Beer Week
Aquidneck Island is home to a number of craft breweries that lead the state in style and substance. As Rhode Island Craft Beer Week concludes, check out some of our favorites around town. Taproot Brewing Taproot Brewing, located in Newport Vineyards at 909 E Main Rd. in Middletown brews beer from farm to table to […]
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Kitchen at The Newport Lobster Shack back open on weekends
The Newport Lobster Shack on Wednesday announced that their kitchen is officially back open for the season. The kitchen will be open on weekends from 11 am to 5 pm. For the time being and while they get their groove back, they will be serving up a limited menu. The Newport Lobster Shack Market is […]
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Franklin Spa reopens for the season
After taking some time off this winter, Franklin Spa will reopen this morning at 6 am for the season. They will be open from 6 am to 1 pm for breakfast only. Just in time for this weekend’s Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade, Franklin Spa will be offering some St. Patrick’s Day Specials this weekend. […]
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Winners of 2022 Newport Burger Bender announced
After a year off due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Newport Burger Bender, Discover Newport’s “best burger” contest, returned to Newport and Bristol Counties from February 18th – 27th. The competition in the 2022 edition of the Newport Burger Bender was stiff with a record-breaking 48 burgers (30 beef, 6 non-beef, and 12 plant-based) representing 36 restaurants. Discover […]
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Green Eggs & Ham Brunch, a fundraiser for the Newport St. Patrick’s Day Parade, will be held at Hibernian Hall today
The Annual Green Eggs & Ham Brunch returns to the Hibernian Hall today (Sunday, February 27) from 9 am -1 pm. Enjoy the large spread of food at this fun family event and fundraiser for the Newport St. Patrick’s Day Parade, which is scheduled to take place on Saturday, March 12. The brunch price is $10 for […]
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Stoneacre Brasserie debuts weekly Afternoon Tea
Stoneacre Brasserie debuted Afternoon Tea earlier this month, now available week Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 2-4 pm starting at $28 per person. The special weekend experience is made for the whole family to enjoy with two menus, one of which is made just for the kiddos. The menu comes with a 3-tiered display of sweet and […]
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Mirabelle Wines – A business born of the pandemic
As life continues to return to some degree of normalcy, one thing that’s become clear is that the pandemic changed the way many companies do business. With people spending more time at home, new business models were born to serve consumers. One local company that emerged during the pandemic is Mirabelle Selects, a service that […]
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Introducing Bellevue Boards, Broadway’s newest woman-owned business
Bellevue Boards, a new charcuterie board business owned by Newport resident Jackie Connor, opened its doors at 84 Broadway last weekend and is taking orders on bellevueboards.com. Each arrangement is handcrafted by Connor, who came to Newport as a college student at Salve Regina and just completed her MBA at the school in 2021. Jackie […]
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Newport Restaurant Week returns April 1 – 10
Save The Date: The Spring edition of Newport Restaurant Week will return April 1-10, 2022. This ten-day culinary experience, which is organized by Discover Newport, will once again offer a variety of deals and discounts including tastefully crafted prix-fixe menus, gift card promotions, BOGO deals, complimentary add-ons, and more from 55+ participating restaurants in Newport […]
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Tiny Kitchen Magic: Shrimp Scampi(ish)
Well, hello Newport. I missed you last month! Got the ‘Rona, all good now, and back with a simple yet very delicious recipe. This week, I’m going to show you my take on shrimp scampi. It’s got an interesting ingredient and a step that you don’t normally see. This is a pasta-less dish. I actually […]
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Chefs will be squaring off-with relish for the return of Newport Burger Bender, Feb.18-27
By Discover Newport Are you feeling like a Chuck Norris? A Pretzel Bomb? A Jive Turkey? A V-Rex? Those are just some of the names for burgers; beef, non-beef, and plant-based, that will appear on menus in local restaurants, from February 18 – 27, when Newport Burger Bender slides back into town. After having to […]
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Take-out drinks to become permanent in Rhode Island
The General Assembly yesterday approved two measures to support Rhode Island’s restaurant industry as the pandemic stretches toward the two-year mark. The bills, which now head to the governor’s desk, will permanently allow restaurants and brewpubs to sell wine, beer, and mixed drinks with takeout food orders, and extend a provision that assists restaurants in offering outdoor […]
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“Six Picks” Events: What to do this weekend – Woof You be Mine, Vegfest and Anti-Valentine’s Day comedy
A good forecast means it’s time to get out and enjoy live events around Rhode Island this weekend. Read on for a few of our favorites. Friday: What Puppy Bowl? In what could potentially be the cutest event ever held in the state, “Woof You Be Mine,” a puppy adoption event is being held Friday […]
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National Pizza Day Poll: Who serves up your favorite pizza in and around Newport?
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 […]