A new chef has joined the table at Hotel Viking. Two years ago, Chef Simone Ferrara earned accolades as one of Zagat’s 2015 “30 Under 30 – San Francisco” — a prestigious group Zagat dubbed the “next generation of food-and-drink greats.” Now the accomplished young chef brings his culinary expertise to Newport, R.I. A native […]
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Letter To The Editor: Bluefin Blues
Amid all the noise and madness going on in the world right now, perhaps you missed a small but significant bit of news from three days ago. A small news story about a very big fish. A fish that is currently at risk of total economic extinction: the Pacific Bluefin Tuna. A petition by scientists […]
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Smoke House to Host ‘Oktoberfest’ Newport Storm Beer Dinner
Smoke House has announced that they will host their third and final annual Newport Storm Beer Dinner on Thursday, September 21st. The “Oktoberfest” menu includes an array of passed appetizers including House Made Pastrami Sliders with Russian dressing and grilled coleslaw; Smoked Chicken Breast with tomato-chile sauce and curry seasoning; Weisswurst, “white” sausage, pretzel crackers […]
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Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival Set to Return for 12th Year, Announces 2017 All-Star Line-Up
The Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival, one of the East Coast’s most sophisticated and anticipated events, returns for its 12th year September 21- 24, 2017. Signature events include the Burgundy Dinner at The Elms, Wine & Rosecliff Gala at Rosecliff, Grand Tastings on Saturday and Sunday at Marble House, the Vintner Dinner at Rosecliff, Newport After Dark at Forty 1˚ […]
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Ragged Island Brewing Will Be Available For First Time on Local Draught Lines Today
PORTSMOUTH, RI – Aquidneck’s Island’s newest craft brewery will be available for the first time on July 14th at bars in restaurants in Newport, Tiverton, Bristol and Warren. “We are excited to see so many of our favorite bars and restaurants carrying Ragged Island for the first time. We hope they can share the story […]
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Smoke House will Host ‘Americana’ Newport Storm Beer Dinner on August 9th
Smoke House has announced the second of its annual Newport Storm Beer Dinners, the culinary event will take place on Wednesday, August 9th. The “Americana” menu includes an array of passed appetizers, including Jerk Wings with beer BBQ sauce; Fried Green Tomato Sliders with smoked tomato aioli, arugula and slider bun; Smoked Onion Bombs with […]
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VIDEO: What’s Up at Harry’s Bar & Burger in Newport?
Tallulah on Thames is gone and Harry’s Bar & Burger has arrived on Lower Thames Street. If you haven’t had a chance to pop in over the last two weeks since the restaurant has opened at 464 Thames Street, I stopped by the restaurant and caught up with Nico, one of the managers of Harry’s […]
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Newport Storm Crew Heading out on a Road Trip to Launch ‘Rhode Trip’ on Friday
There’s road trip and then there’s Rhode Trip, the small crew at Newport Storm are participating in both “trips” on Friday, June 23rd and they are hoping that you, their fans, customers and friends, will join them in Rhode Island for a Rhode Trip during their road trip. Rhode Trip, the latest brew from the […]
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Video: Mudville Cafe Replaces Mudville Pub, Hosts Grand Opening
Although the name is (close to) the same, everything from the ownership, management, staff, chef and look is new at Mudville Cafe. I stopped by the grand opening of Mudville Cafe on Monday evening and caught up with co-owners James Black and Bobby Dyer. Although the restaurant has opened for a few random days over […]
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Newport Vineyards Brings the ‘Napa Experience’ to Newport with Summer Events, Tours & Tastings, Live Music & Seasonally Inspired Dining
Newport Vineyards has a big summer planned with tours, tastings, special events, live music and much more. Founded by brothers John & Paul Nunes in 1995, the vineyard is the largest grower of grapes in New England. The winery produces nearly 30,000 cases of estate-grown wine each year through sustainable farming methods on 75 acres […]
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Smoke House to Host ‘Three Little Pigs’ Newport Storm Beer Dinner on June 28th
Smoke House has announced the first of its annual Newport Storm Beer Dinners will be themed “Three Little Pigs” and will take place on Wednesday, June 28th. The “Three Little Pigs” menu includes an array of passed appetizers, including Pulled Pork Arancini with risotto and peas; BBQ Bruschetta with grilled onions, tomatoes, arugula and house smoked […]
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Great Chowder Cook-Off Announces Winners of 36th Annual Event
Thousands of chowder lovers savored the sumptuous soups of not only the best chefs in Rhode Island but as far away as Ireland at the 36th Annual Great Chowder Cook-Off, held this past Saturday at Fort Adams State Park in Newport, Rhode Island. But they also had a job to do — to determine who […]
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New Red Chowder Category, 11 New Competitors to Heat Up Upcoming 36th Annual Great Chowder Cook-Off
A number of firsts will be heating up the upcoming 36th Annual Great Chowder Cook-Off, taking place on Saturday, June 10th from noon to 6:00 p.m. at Fort Adams State Park in Newport, Rhode Island, with the addition of a “Best Red Chowder” category at the top of the list. Veteran competitors, including The […]
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Newport and Middletown Restaurants Ready to Compete in Great Chowder Cook Off on June 10th
Newport Waterfront Events’ 36th Annual Great Chowder Cook-Off, taking place on Saturday, June 10th from noon to 6:00 p.m. at Fort Adams State Park, will feature Newport’s The Revolving Door restaurant and Chef Joshua Berman competing in the event for the first time in the “Seafood” category while Chowder Cook-Off Hall of Famer, The Mooring […]
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Hotel Viking Readies Top Of Newport and One Bellevue For Busy Summer Season
Top of Newport and One Bellevue’s patio at Hotel Viking are now open for the season. From its perch atop Newport’s Historic Hill, Top of Newport, the hotel’s al fresco rooftop kitchen, and bar, offers unparalleled views of Newport Harbor and beyond, including spectacular sunsets. The perfect settings to kick back and watch the world […]
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Craft Beer Corner: American Craft Beer Week 2017
It’s back! And so are we. We took a little hiatus gearing up for our full liquor license (which is now fully up and running, check out the cocktail menu the next time you’re in), so now back to the beer. For the past 12 years, American Craft Beer Week is a week long celebration […]
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What’s Happening on Cinco de Mayo in Newport
Cinco de Mayo is here and everyone is searching for the best local events to celebrate the day with a party and a margarita. This year Newport is hosting some fun ways for everyone to enjoy Cinco de Mayo, with beautiful waterfront venues, high-quality restaurants, outdoor celebrations, and unique experiences! History Lesson: Cinco de Mayo (or the fifth […]
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Newport Gallery Night Walking Tours Return for the 2017 Season
Newport Gallery Organization’s popular Newport Gallery Night Walking Tours return for their 17th season. The tours, which run from May through October, showcase some of the Newport Gallery Organization’s participating galleries and cultural institutions. Along with the walking tours, many of the galleries have new exhibitions and events for the month of May. DeBlois Gallery […]
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Smoke House Reopens for the Season
Smoke House reopened for the 2017 season on Sunday, April 30th. The summer-inspired menu includes an array of appetizers including Corn & Crab Chowder; Smoke House Chili; Smoked Chicken Wings served BBQ or buffalo style with bleu cheese dressing; Shrimp Cocktail; Deviled Eggs; traditional Fried Pickles with spicy remoulade; Nachos; Hog Wings, served BBQ or buffalo […]
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Great Chowder Cook Off to Feature Host of New Competitors
Newport Waterfront Events has announces that, in addition to past winners, a host of new competitors are ready to stir things up at its 36th Annual Great Chowder Cook-Off, taking place on Saturday, June 10th from noon to 6:00 p.m. at Fort Adams State Park in Newport. For the third consecutive year, What’sUpNewp is a […]
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City Council Approves @ The Deck’s Entertainment License Expansion
Newport City Council approved @ The Deck’s application to expand their entertainment license on Wednesday evening, the approval allows the waterfront restaurant to increase their maximum decibel from 65 decibels to 75 decibels. @The Deck falls under the Waterfront Business Zoning (WB), according to the City Of Newport Zoning map. According to Newport City Ordinance 8.12.080., […]
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Tallulah On Thames Announces Closure, Shares Heartfelt Thank You
Tallulah on Thames has confirmed their permanent closure with What’sUpNewp. Jake Rojas, a partner of the once-popular Thames Street restaurant, provided What’sUpNewp with a statement on Friday – confirming the closure and thanking their former employees and customers. The announcement comes following the news earlier this week that Harry’s Bar & Burger would be replacing Tallulah […]
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Washington Square Cafe Sold, Will Close Permanently on April 16th
Washington Square Cafe & Baking Company has been sold and will permanently close on Sunday, April 16th. “The Washington Square Cafe has sold! Our last day of business will be Sunday, April 16th, 2017. We want to thank all of you for making our business a success. A true spirit of community thrived and was […]
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Diego’s Adds a Second Floor with New Bar and Water Views
If you were out enjoying the gorgeous spring weather yesterday and took a stroll down Bowen’s Wharf, you may have noticed some commotion over at Diego’s. Construction workers, a trailer, the sounds of machinery were all for good reason – the contemporary Mexican spot is adding a second level with a deck, waterfront views, an additional bar and […]
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Chow Fun Food Group is Bringing Harry’s Bar & Burger to Newport, Will Replace Tallulah on Thames
Harry’s Bar & Burger, a Chow Fun Food Group restaurant, is coming soon to downtown Newport. An application has been filed at Newport City Hall by Tallulah, LLC to transfer its Class BL alcoholic beverage license to Harry’s Newport Burger Bar, LLC for use at the same premise, 464 Thames Street. Harry’s Newport Burger LLC is […]