22 Bowen’s Wine Bar & Grille will host a special four-course wine dinner on Thursday, March 27, featuring wines from Staglin Family Vineyard and Continuum. Update – On March 24, we were notified by a spokesperson for Newport Restaurant Group that this event has been canceled. The event starts at 5:30 p.m. and will pair […]
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Queen Anne’s Social: New public dining experience in downtown Newport
Queen Anne’s Loft, a boutique event venue in Newport, is branching out. The venue is now opening its doors to the public as Queen Anne’s Social. The announcement came via social media on Thursday. They’re introducing a DJ brunch on weekends and transforming into a cocktail lounge with live entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights. […]
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Fishermen want to go green but say DOGE cuts prevent that
BREMEN, Maine (AP) — Commercial fishermen and seafood processors and distributors looking to switch to new, lower-carbon emission systems say the federal funding they relied on for this work is either frozen or unavailable due to significant budget cuts promoted by President Donald Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency. The changes are designed to replace old diesel-burning […]
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Winning dish from Rhode Island High School Culinary Arts, Foodservice & Hotel Management Competition being served at The Boat House
The RI Hospitality Education Foundation (RIHEF) and Newport Restaurant Group (NRG) today announced that Boat House in Tiverton will feature a special dish that won the culinary arts portion of the 13th Annual Rhode Island ProStart High School Culinary, Foodservice & Hotel Management Competition. The winning dish, Rosemary Lemon Pan-Roasted Lamb Chops, served with fondant potato, beets and asparagus medley, and a lemon thyme cream sauce, […]
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Yagi Noodles sets up shop at Wayfinder Newport during renovations
Yagi Noodles is moving to Wayfinder Newport for March while sprucing up its Long Wharf location. The noodle spot will dish out its fan favorites and boba drinks at Wayfinder Newport from March 4 to 29. Dan Balceniuk, general manager of Wayfinder Newport, says, “”We’re excited to team up with Chef Basil Yu and Yagi […]
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RI Craft Brewery Week bringing exciting programming to local breweries March 7-16
As warmer weather approaches, thoughts turn to all things spring – green grass, fresh outdoor air, long walks on the beach, and relaxing at local craft breweries. Just in time, Rhode Island Craft Beer Week returns March 7-16 with exciting events, special releases, new merchandise, and, most importantly, great brews at over 35 RI-based craft […]
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US lobster catch drops as crustaceans migrate to colder Canadian waters
SCARBOROUGH, Maine (AP) — The U.S. lobster industry’s catch keeps sliding as fishermen contend with the northward migration of the valuable crustaceans. The industry is based mostly in Maine, where lobsters are both a cultural signifier and the backbone of the coastal economy. The state’s haul of lobsters has declined every year from 2021, when it was […]
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Heritage Restaurant Group acquires iconic Olneyville New York System
Newport-based Heritage Restaurant Group is expanding its Rhode Island dining portfolio with the acquisition of the James Beard award-winning Olneyville New York System Restaurant. The deal covers both the Providence and Cranston locations of this iconic hot wiener spot, a Rhode Island fixture for nearly 80 years. Greg Stevens and Stephanie Stevens Turini, the fourth-generation […]
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Monarca Authentic Mexican Cuisine debuts in Newport
Newport’s food scene recently got a tasty upgrade with the arrival of Monarca Authentic Mexican Cuisine at 104 Broadway. This new spot brings the genuine flavors of Puebla, Mexico, to local diners. Opening its doors on January 13, Monarca serves classic Mexican dishes like tacos, burritos, and enchiladas. But the real stars are specialties such […]
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“We Are What Our Ancestors Ate”: Touro Synagogue program to explore culinary heritage
Touro Synagogue Foundation has announced the first event of its 2025 Judah Touro Program Series, to be presented via Zoom on Thursday, February 27, at 6:30 p.m. Guest speaker Amy Wachs will present a talk titled “Our Eastern European Roots: We Are What our Ancestors Ate.” Family recipes can reveal much about our Eastern European […]
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Newport’s Annual Burger Bender crowns 2025 Champions
The results are in for Newport’s 8th Annual Burger Bender, and the competition was fiercer than ever. A record-breaking 56 restaurants from Newport and Bristol Counties threw their hats into the ring for this 10-day burger bonanza. Brick Alley Pub snagged the top spot in the beef category with their mouthwatering Au Poivre Burger. Meanwhile, […]
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Say cheese! Mac-N-Cheese Smackdown winners announced
The Newport Marriott was immediately bustling and busy as the doors opened for the seventh annual Mac & Cheese Smackdown during the Newport Winter Festival. Tickets were the key to entry as well as the way to cast a vote for Best Mac & Cheese. Tasters were faced with choosing one out of twelve local […]
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Mission Group unveils Audette, revamping former Chanterelle space
The Mission Group recently announced the launch of Audette, a new French restaurant concept opening on Tuesday, February 25 in the former Chanterelle/Bouchard space, promising to blend traditional fine dining elegance with modern approachability. The restaurant group, led by Anna Burnley, Tyler Burnley, Chad Hoffer, and Carmen Ratoi, acquired Chanterelle last year from the Bouchard […]
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The Chanler at Cliff Walk unveils new dining concept: Remy’s Loose
The Chanler at Cliff Walk is introducing a new dining experience called Remy’s Loose. The restaurant, replacing The Cafe at The Chanler, opens its doors for dinner on March 5. Executive Chef Jacob Jasinski leads the culinary team in creating what The Chanler describes as “intrinsically French cuisine elevated by the bold flavors of coastal […]
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Chilly Cocktails and Harbor Views: Polar Pineapples Ice Bar returns
Get ready to chill out at Newport Harbor Island Resort as the Polar Pineapples ice bar returns for another frosty weekend. This cool winter attraction runs from Wednesday, Feb. 19 to Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, marking its ninth year as part of Newport’s Winter Festival. You can swing by daily from 3 p.m. to 11 […]
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Mac & Cheese Smackdown returns to Newport Winter Festival
Twelve local restaurants are preparing for a cheesy face-off at the Newport Winter Festival’s Mac & Cheese Smackdown on Feb. 22. Set to take place at the Newport Marriott from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., the event is shaping up to be a comfort food paradise as chefs vie for the title of Best Mac […]
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Culinary arts students in Newport get real-world ramen experience
Rogers High School culinary arts students recently got a taste of authentic ramen-making with Chef Basil Yu of Yagi Noodles. Five students and their teacher, Chef Matthew Reilly, spent four hours at Yagi Noodles, diving into the world of nontraditional ramen. “Chef Basil gave our students a masterclass in ramen cuisine,” says Reilly. “From the […]
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Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians to host Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner
The Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians in Newport is gearing up for its annual Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner on March 1, 2025. This event kicks off the Irish Heritage Month celebrations. St. Augustin’s Hall on Eastnor Road will host the festivities. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., with dinner served at 5 p.m. Adult tickets […]
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Annual Chili Cook-Off kicks off Newport Winter Festival in spicy style
The chilly weather didn’t keep hundreds from getting out to enjoy the Chili Cook-Off at the Newport Marriot Saturday afternoon, February 15. Large crowds gathered to sample deliciuous chili from over a dozen local establishments. With snowflakes in the forecast, tasters were in great spirits as Newporters and visitors alike began to emerge from their […]
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Newport Burger Bender is back and bigger than ever
Newport and Bristol Counties are gearing up for the biggest burger contest in the region, with the return of the 8th Annual Newport Burger Bender, taking place February 14 – 23, 2025. This year marks the most participating restaurants, at 56 restaurants, including seven new ones. The ten-day battle of the burgers showcases the wildest, most […]
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Stricter lobster fishing rules scrapped after complaints from fishermen about harm to industry
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Fishing industry regulators have decided to scrap stricter new lobster fishing standards off New England in the wake of months of protest from lobster fishermen that the rules were unnecessary and would bankrupt harvesters. The regulators were planning to institute new rules this summer that increased the minimum legal harvest size for lobsters […]
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The Tasting Room at Newport Wine Cellar & Gourmet will debut with an art and wine celebration
Newport Wine Cellar & Gourmet and Gallery Sitka are teaming up to launch a new monthly event series called “2nd Fridays/All You Need is Art & Wine.” The kickoff event, a Valentine’s Day celebration, is set for Feb. 14 from 4:30-6 p.m. This event also marks the grand opening of The Tasting Room, a new […]
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Chili Cook-Off set to spice up Newport Winter Festival
Newport’s Winter Festival is heating up with the 28th Annual Chili Cook-Off, set for Feb. 15 at the Newport Marriott from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Local restaurants and caterers are gearing up to compete for the title of best chili in town. Attendees get to taste and vote for their favorites, making it a […]
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What’s Up Interview: David Rosenberg shares 2025 Newport Winter Festival highlights
Start making your plans now! The 37th annual Newport Winter Festival returns on Friday, February 14, running through Sunday, February 23. Festival organizers are excited about the 2025 version of the popular festival, which includes over 100 events at locations around the city. “I’m getting such great feedback from the hotels and restaurants. A lot […]
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Lineup for inaugural Providence Culinary Collective announced
Today, the Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau (PWCVB) announced that ticket sales are live for its inaugural Providence Culinary Collective, which will be held from March 27-30, 2025, in locations throughout Providence. The Providence Culinary Collective, alongside the inaugural Rhode Island Wine Experience (Wine X) produced in partnership with RMO PR, is also shared […]