A 2019 study by Hotschedules, a restaurant and hospitality software, revealed that Americans eat out a lot. In fact, 56% of Americans told the company that they eat out two to three times a week, which included both in-restaurant dining and ordering takeout. Diners certainly have a wide variety of options to choose from: There […]
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Spoil Your Significant Other: Valentine’s Day happenings in Newport County
Newport is ready to make this Valentine’s Day one to remember for all lovebirds! Whether you’re looking for a romantic evening out, or an exciting adventure with your significant other, Newport County has something to offer everyone. Enjoy a romantic candlelight dinner at The Reef, where you’ll take unforgettable flavors, and an atmosphere of pure […]
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RI Hospitality Education Foundation hosts 11th Annual Rhode Island ProStart High School Culinary, Foodservice & Hotel Management Competition
The RI Hospitality Education Foundation (RIHEF) hosted the 11th Annual Rhode Island Prostart® High School Culinary Arts, Foodservice & Hotel Management Competition on Tuesday, February 7th at the Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick. This year’s event featured culinary, food service management, and hotel management competitors from CHARIHOTech, the East Providence Career & Technical Center, the Exeter Job Corps Academy, Newport Area Career and Technical Center, William M. Davies, Jr. Career […]
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New concept from Giusto team at former Panera Bread will be called ‘Mother Pizzeria’
This story was originally published on January 7. It has been updated to include the restaurant’s name. A new restaurant is set to open this spring at 49 Long Wharf Mall (formerly Panera Bread). The restaurant, Mother Pizzeria, is a partnership between Kevin O’Donnell, Giusto Executive Chef Kyle Stamps, and Giusto General Manager Lauren Schaefer, […]
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Newport Vineyards is grape stomping for Nikopol, Ukraine
Newport Vineyards today announced that they are hosting two ways to support the community of Nikopol, Ukraine. First, raffle tickets can be purchased on Newport Vineyards’ website for the chance to participate in the popular grape stomping competitions at their upcoming 27th Annual WINEterfest on February 18 & 19. This annual event welcomes guests from the […]
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Legal sizes for lobsters could change to protect population
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — The rules about the minimum and maximum sizes of lobsters that can be trapped off New England could soon become stricter, potentially bringing big changes to one of the most valuable seafood industries in the country. Fishers are required to measure lobsters from eyes to tail and must throw back the […]
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4 factors that show the environmental benefits of plant-based meat
The competition is hot among developers to bring to market the tastiest and most “believable” plant-based analogs for traditional meat. While such alternatives may not be as popular as the real thing just yet, their popularity is increasing rapidly: Sales of plant-based foods shot up 54% from 2019, reaching $7.4 billion in 2021. That same […]
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Snacks and other food items banned in the US
Few things define a culture quite like its food, and the United States is no different. From regional favorites like collard greens and cornbread to the country’s allegiance to boxed macaroni and cheese, the U.S. is a place of seemingly endless gastronomic choices. However, some foods are practically impossible to find stateside, and that’s because […]
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Newport Burger Bender returns Feb. 17. – 26
Bring your enthusiasm and inner food critic – the 6th Annual Newport Burger Bender Contest returns this month. Dozens of chefs across Newport and Bristol counties will prepare delicious burgers, such as “The Bacon Jammie Smash Burger”, “Surf and Turf Burger”, and the “Crunchy Fried Tofu Burger”, for this year’s fierce competition, which is scheduled to land […]
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15 cozy places to eat and drink in Newport
When it’s cold in Newport, sometimes you just need to go somewhere cozy. Whether you’re catching up with old friends during a holiday break, enjoying dinner out with visiting family members, or going on a date, you need a place to go with a warm ambiance, comforting food, seasonal drinks, and, preferably, a fireplace. Luckily, Newport has […]
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‘Six Picks’ Events: What’s Up in RI this weekend (Feb. 3-5)
According to forecasters, it’s gonna be a chilly weekend, but don’t fret, “the sun will come out tomorrow,” especially at the Providence Performing Arts Center where the classic musical Annie is playing all weekend. That and more, in this week’s “Six Picks Events.” All Weekend: It’s a hard knock life indeed. The uplifting story of […]
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Experience romance at Castle Hill Inn’s Valentine’s Day Dinner
Castle Hill Inn will be offering their Valentine’s Day dinner experience for couples to enjoy on February 14th. The property’s culinary team has created a special four-course menu filled with a selection of standout dishes such as “Perfect Partners” made with Native oysters and Siberian caviar, “Lovebirds” made of Squab, foie gras and wheat, Atlantic […]
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Region’s workforce shifting away from hospitality
A leading New England economist is suggesting that jobs in the region are shifting from leisure and hospitality to higher-paying industries, while job openings remain at “historic highs.” Boston Federal Reserve Bank Vice President and economist Jeffrey Thompson said he’s concerned about whether the regional workforce can fill the jobs of growing industries. He characterized […]
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2023 James Beard Award Semifinalists include New England Chefs and Restaurants
The James Beard Foundation today announced their 2023 Restaurant and Chef Awards semifinalists for the James Beard Awards. Nominees will be announced on Wednesday, March 29, and winners will be announced (and celebrated) at the James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards Ceremony on Monday, June 5, 2023, at the Lyric Opera of Chicago. The James Beard Foundation’s […]
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Stop & Shop expands Flashfood Program to all Rhode Island locations
Stop & Shop announced today that it has expanded the availability of its Flashfood program to all 21 of its Rhode Island locations. Flashfood is a digital marketplace that significantly reduces food waste at the retail level by connecting consumers with discounted food nearing its best by date. Since partnering with Stop & Shop in […]
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Del’s Lemonade franchise, a Middletown deli, a profitable sandwich shop, and other businesses that are currently for sale in Rhode Island
The latest business and commercial listings show all kinds of businesses currently for sale in Rhode Island. Reasons for selling, when provided, typically do not mention economic hardship, but more often involve the owner retiring or not having time to actively run the business. The names and locations are generally left out, but there are […]
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Bouchard Restaurant & Inn to rebrand as ‘Chanterelle Restaurant’
Bouchard Restaurant & Inn is welcoming the new year with a new name, but promising to continue to deliver the same great experience. The restaurant shared the following letter today on its website; Bouchard Restaurant & Inn Will Re-Open As Chanterelle RestaurantThe new year will bring the same great experience under a new name It […]
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Grocery items that dropped in price the most in December
Grocery prices at large are not going down. But there are some exceptions. Record inflation has severely impacted fuel costs and pricing for virtually all of our everyday necessities, including weekly groceries. Many factors have contributed to the surge in pricing, including producers’ increased cost to package goods and extreme weather conditions that destroyed crops. […]
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Hope and Main opens Downtown Makers Marketplace in Providence
A ribbon-cutting ceremony formally opened the Hope and Main Downtown Makers Marketplace at 100 Westminster Street in Providence on Wednesday. The marketplace is a combination eatery/retail outlet featuring food products launched from Hope and Main in Warren, a local food incubator. State and local officials, including Governor McKee and members of the RI Congressional delegation, […]
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Grocery items that rose in price the most in December
Ongoing food supply-chain issues kicked off by the COVID-19 pandemic are still affecting the cost of groceries today. The cost of groceries inflated about 0.2% from November to December, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Annually, the price is up about 11.8%. During the initial lockdowns, food producers struggled with a manageable system that […]
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Ring in the Year of the Rabbit with a delicious Lunar New Year Lunch at Castle Hill Inn
Castle Hill Inn is celebrating the upcoming Lunar New Year with a special three-course lunch crafted by the newly appointed Executive Chef Andy Taur. The event, which runs from January 27th through February 5th, will feature a menu inspired by Chef Andy’s Chinese heritage and is priced at $35 per person. Guests can expect a […]
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Middletown deli, a Providence hookah lounge, and other businesses that are currently for sale in Rhode Island
The latest business and commercial listings show all kinds of businesses currently for sale in Rhode Island. Reasons for selling, when provided, typically do not mention economic hardship, but more often involve the owner retiring or not having time to actively run the business. The names and locations are generally left out, but there are […]
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The Vanderbilt partners with Maison Premiere to host dining experience, ‘Upstairs/Downstairs: A Gilded Age Dinner Party’
The Vanderbilt, Auberge Resorts Collection, has partnered with New York City’s acclaimed Maison Premiere to create a first-of-its-kind, collaborative private dining experience called “Upstairs/Downstairs: A Gilded Age Dinner Party.” The bespoke dinner will feature a nine-course menu and a cocktail experience curated by William Elliott, the managing partner and bar director of the James Beard […]
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Gary’s Handy Lunch to permanently close on February 12
The end of a long run is coming for Gary’s Handy Lunch. The popular diner announced today that it will permanently close after more than 50 years on February 12, 2023. “With many thoughts and prayers, we have decided it is time for our next chapter. Gary’s Handy Lunch will officially be closing our doors […]
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Rhode Island Red Food Tours announces the PVD Valley Neighborhood Victuals Tour
By Andrea McHugh Rhode Island Red Food Tours is excited to announce the launch of the PVD Valley Neighborhood Victuals Tour, kicking off this Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023 at 11 a.m. The tour will commence each Saturday at 11 a.m. thereafter through April 1st. Focusing on foodpreneurs, makers, brewers and distillers within the inclusive Valley neighborhood in […]