Noticeably vacant from the 2019 Fort Adams schedule of events was the popular Annual Great Chowder Cook-Off, which for the past several years has taken place in June. Called by organizers the “original and longest-running chowder championship in the country”, the event won’t be returning this June but does hope to return later this year. […]
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Rhode Island’s Granny Squibb Iced Tea Company launches ready to drink cans, named ‘official iced tea’ of Newport Folk Festival
The Granny Squibb Company is launching new ready-to-drink (RTD) cans available in three flavors, just in time for National Iced Tea Month in June. Headquartered in Rhode Island, Granny Squibb’s Organic Iced Tea will now be even more accessible for iced tea lovers in a new RTD can format. The new Granny Squibb’s Organic Iced […]
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Food Truck Festivals of America will host Newport Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival at Fort Adams on Saturday
For the first time, Food Truck Festivals of America will bring their popular food truck series to Newport! Scheduled for Saturday, May 18th from 12 pm, Newport Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival will feature food and craft beer from a wide arrange of vendors from Rhode Island, New England, and beyond. ” Food Truck […]
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Outdoor Farmers’ Markets open this week in Newport and Middletown
For lovers of fresh local produce and food, it’s time to celebrate as this week will see the opening of the 25th summer season of Aquidneck Growers’ Markets in Middletown and Newport. Their Newport market will open outdoors on Wednesday afternoon, May 15, from 2 PM to 6 PM on Memorial Boulevard , and […]
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Where to dine with mom on Mother’s Day
This story was originally published at 10:55 am on May 4, 2019. Mother’s Day is on Sunday, May 12th, and chances are that you’re scrambling around at the last minute looking to make those plans to celebrate your beautiful and amazing Mom! Here’s a look at where to dine and what to do with Mom […]
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LoBro Taco announces closure
LoBro Taco, which is owned by Scratch Kitchen & Catering, announced on Wednesday that they have closed. The restaurant , which opened in December, posted the following on Facebook; “The dream is over, friends. We are sad to announce that LoBro Taco is no more. We gave it our best, but we ran out of […]
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Rhea’s Cafe closes, Italian eatery to open
Rhea’s Cafe in Middletown took to Facebook earlier this morning to announced that they have closed. According to their Facebook Post, an Italian eatery will be taking over their location at 36 Aquidneck Avenue.
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Scales & Shells will offer brunch beginning May 4th
One of the most common things Scales & Shells says that they have heard over the last 30 years is, “We wish Scales was open during the day.” Well, they’ve heard you loud and clear, and the popular Lower Thames Street restaurant has announced that starting May 4th, Scales & Shells will be offering brunch […]
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Video: Winner Winner featured on Phantom Gourmet
Newport’s popular chicken joint has appeared on a popular regional food show. “When you want some next-level fried chicken, head to Newport for the absolute Winner Winner NPT…”, Phantom Gourmet, the popular food tv show wrote on Sunday. At time of publishing this story, the below Facebook video had already racked up more than 40,000 […]
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New England Homemade Donuts opening new location on West Main Road
New England Homemade Donuts (NEHD) has announced the opening of a new location located inside the Patriot Petroleum building at 2340 West Main Rd. in Portsmouth. NEHD has been serving happy customers at their East Main Rd location for the past year and says they are excited to bring their handcrafted donuts, pastries, breakfast sandwiches, […]
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Bowen’s Wharf Oyster Festival returns May 17 – 19
Bowen’s Wharf has made the following announcement regarding the upcoming 4th Annual Bowen’s Wharf Oyster Festival. The Announcement The sun is out, flowers are blooming, and the countdown to Newport Oyster Festival begins! Join us the weekend of May 17 with fresh oysters, bubbly champagne, and great company under the festival tents. Come sail away to […]
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Sardella’s opens Imbriglio’s Pizza Napoletana
Sardella’s Ristorante Italiano has announced that they have opened a new restaurant next door to them on Memorial Boulevard. Imbriglio’s Pizzaria Resto Bar Napoletana (also referenced as Imbriglio’s Pizzeria, Imbriglio’s Pizza Napoletana, Imbriglio’s Pizzeria Napoletana and Bar ), is now open and is serving traditional Neopolitan Pizza with a custom Brooklyn style setting. In a […]
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Newport Craft Brewing & Distilling Company purchases Braven Brewing Company IP Assets
Newport Craft Brewing & Distilling Company announced in a press release today they have agreed to purchase the intellectual property assets of Braven Brewing Company, a recently shuttered brewery from Brooklyn, New York. According to the release, the news of Braven’s recent closing and availability for purchase sparked the interest of Newport Craft Brewing & […]
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Stoneacre Tapas sold
Stoneacre Brasserie has confirmed with What’sUpNewp that they have sold Stoneacre Tapas at 515 Thames Street and will not be opening for the summer season. Owners Christopher Bender and David Crowell are excited for the continued growth of Stoneacre Brasserie in Washington Square, and “are committed to the revitalization of this historic part of our […]
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Smoke House will reopen for the season on April 28th
Smoke House, Newport’s place to enjoy BBQ cookin’ and mason jar cocktails, will reopen for the 2019 season on Sunday, April 28th. Smoke House’s summer-inspired menu will once again include an array of appetizers including Corn & Crab Chowder; Smoke House Chili; Smoked Chicken Wings; Deviled Eggs; traditional Fried Pickles; Nachos; Hog Wings; Fried Pork Rinds and much more.. Traditional barbecue options will […]
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Ben & Jerry’s on Thames Street will participate in ‘Free Cone Day’ on April 9th
Ben & Jerry’s on Thames Street will celebrate Free Cone Day in the tastiest way possible….with free cups and cones of your favorite ice cream! On April 9th, between 12 pm – 8 pm, head to the Ben & Jerry’s at 359 Thames Street for your free cone or cup of ice cream, it’s Ben & Jerry’s […]
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Ragged Island Brewing gets approval from Zoning Board to build new brewery
As they enter the final stage of their permitting process with the Town of Portsmouth and State of R.I., Ragged Island Brewing Company has announced that they received unanimous approval from the Portsmouth Zoning Board regarding the approval of their new brewery. In July of 2018, Ragged Island Brewing Company confirmed with What’sUpNewp that they had […]
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Lorusso’s Café reopens as The Reclaimed Café
Lorusso’s Cafe at 580 Thames Street has reopened as The Reclaimed Café. Doors opened for their soft opening on March 30th and the re-branded and renamed restaurant has announced they are now serving breakfast, brunch, espresso bar and lunch from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm daily. Photo via The Reclaimed Café The Reclaimed Café announced […]
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Where to dine in Newport on Easter | April 21, 2019
Newport, RI – Easter this year will take place on April 21st, a full 3 weeks after the weekend it took place last year (Easter will take place on April 12th in 2020). As the day quickly approaches, it’s time to make those plans and reservations for Easter Brunch or Easter Dinner in Newport, Rhode […]
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Seaport Shines, a unique Moonshine that calls Newport its home
It ain’t your grand-pappy’s Moonshine. No backyard still, cleaned perhaps annually, hidden in the trees behind the barn. Transported in oversized boots, in cars speeding away from pursuing police. This is much more genteel – a Moonshine that’s made from that same corn meal, but is meant to be sipped, exploding in flavors that surprise […]
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Peanut Butter Jelly & Wine Pop-Up Lounge opening at The Chanler at Cliff Walk
The Chanler at Cliff Walk has announced their next seasonal venture, and it has to do with arguably the greatest sandwich ever invented – peanut butter & jelly! Starting April 1 (through May 19), the hotel will transform their outdoor terrace into a Gourmet Peanut Butter Jelly & Wine Pop-Up Lounge. The space will provide […]
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Newport Restaurant Week returns April 5-14
via Discover Newport. More than 45 restaurants throughout Newport and Bristol Counties are expected to participate in the upcoming spring edition of Newport Restaurant Week, April 5 to 14, 2019. The event will have a focus on the symbiotic relationship between local chefs and their circle of nearby farmers, growers, foragers and fishmongers. Rhode Island […]
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Ragged Island Brewing shares vision for their future home
As they enter the final stage of their permitting process with the Town of Portsmouth and State of R.I., Ragged Island Brewing Company has shared their vision for the future home of Ragged Island Brewing Company. In July of 2018, Ragged Island Brewing Company confirmed with What’sUpNewp that they had entered a purchase and sales […]
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Brick Alley Pub to host 9th Annual Post-Parade Day Clean-Up, volunteers wanted
The Annual Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade is arguably one of the busiest days of the year in Newport, and there’s no secret that our city needs a pick-me-up when the crowds go home. For the 9th year in a row, Brick Alley Pub will once again host their Annual Post-Parade Day Clean-Up! For the 5th […]
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2019 Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade: What’s up at local bars and restaurants
The 63rd Annual Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade will be held, rain, snow, or shine, on Saturday, March 16th, 201o, here’s what’s happening at bars and restaurants before, during and after the Parade.B This list is very much a “live blog” and is being updated daily as we receive more, updated or changes to the information that we […]