The Rhode Island Brewers Guild, the official association focused on promoting Rhode Island’s beer manufactures and brewpubs, today announced that it recently held elections for their Board of Directors. The board is made up of five representatives from member breweries who are voted on by the 31-member organization. The 2021 Board will retain two key […]
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Rhode Island PBS and America’s Test Kitchen go virtual with cocktails and cooking
America’s Test Kitchen hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster return to Rhode Island – virtually. On Thursday, February 11 at 6 pm, fans of the most popular cooking show on WSBE Rhode Island PBS are invited to attend Cocktails and Cooking with America’s Test Kitchen. One year ago, Rhode Island PBS hosted Davison and Lancaster in a cooking demo and book signing at the […]
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State Rep. O’Brien to introduce a resolution calling for an end to COVID-19 restaurant time closures
Representative William W. O’Brien (D-Dist. 54, North Providence) will be introducing a resolution calling for the end to COVID-19 mandated restaurant closing times, according to a press release from the State of Rhode Island General Assembly. Currently, restaurants and other social businesses are required to close by 10 p.m. during the week and 10:30 p.m. […]
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La Vecina Taqueria popping up at Bar ‘Cino Jan. 18 – 31
Legit. Authentic. Delicious. Those are just three words used to describe the Mexican street tacos, antojitos (snacks), and dulce coming to ‘Bar Cino in Newport this month. From Monday, January 18 to Sunday, January 31, Bar Cino will use their (somewhat new) additional dining room to host La Vecina Taqueria. Shawn Westhoven, General Manager for […]
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Plant City X scheduled to open in Middletown on January 18 (Updated)
The day that many have been waiting for is almost here. The long-awaited opening of Plant City X, from the creators of Plant City in Providence, is scheduled to open at 619 West Main Road in Middletown, on Friday, January 15. Update – Plant City co-founder Kim Anderson notified us on January 12 that the […]
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Tiny Kitchen Magic: Seared Tuna with Cilantro-Lime Rice
Happy 2021 everyone. As most of us do, we have resolved to eat healthier and we do our best… for as long as we can handle it. Eating healthy doesn’t have to be boring and flavorless though. Absolutely not. This recipe is not short on flavor at all. Even the rice, which is usually about […]
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Sprout and Lentil will begin offering delivery to all of Aquidneck Island on January 14
Sprout and Lentil, the Middletown-based Vegan kitchen, recently announced that they are extending their hours on Thursday to Saturday and will begin offering delivery on these evenings beginning January 14. Delivery will be available from 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm. “The number of people embracing the vegan and plant-based diet is growing rapidly,” says Chef […]
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Newport Restaurant Group opening Foodlove Market in Middletown this summer
Newport Restaurant Group (NRG) is expanding its portfolio in 2021 with the addition of a specialty market, Foodlove, at 1037 Aquidneck Avenue in Middletown. The 3,600 square foot space, designed by McGeorge Architects in East Greenwich, is scheduled to open this summer. “We have considered the idea of an upscale prepared foods market on Aquidneck […]
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Restaurant business, building at 464 Thames Street listed for sale
Interested in owning a bar/restaurant on Thames Street and/or a commercial building? Here’s your chance. 464 Thames Street, home to Harry’s Bar & Burger, has hit the market for $995,000. The building includes a two-level restaurant and a two bedroom apartment. If you’re interested in buying your next home/investment and career, the restaurant business can […]
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Future for Winner Winner is “a bit hazy”
The future of Winner Winner on Thames Street is up in the air. In mid-December, both the building at 677 Thames Street and the business was listed for sale by Kirby Properties. Anna Burnely from The Mission Group in an email to What’s Up Newp on behalf of herself and partners Steve, Chad, and Tyler, […]
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Hygge at Home In Newport – Week 5
This week, we’re helping you feel the Christmas spirit at home. Wishing you a very merry and very hygge Christmas at home. SHOPPING New England Apple Flannel Shirt from Kiel James PatrickNewport Tree Lighting Candle from Kristen CoatesAcorn Salt & Pepper Shakers from the Newport Mansions ShopCozy Cabin Mocassins (Mens) from Kiel James PatrickMaine Bicentennial […]
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Aquidneck Community Table will host a special Holiday Farmers Market on Wednesday
Aquidneck Community Table today announced that it is holding a special holiday market this Wednesday, December 23rd at their new winter location, The Gateway Center in Newport. The market will be open from noon-4PM and will offer shoppers one last chance to grab fresh, local ingredients and gifts for the holidays. There will be a […]
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Rejects Beer Company will open on Tuesday in Middletown
Aquidneck Island is getting an early holiday present as Rejects Beer Co. is scheduled to open in a limited capacity this Tuesday. The brewery, located at 124 Aquidneck Avenue, will be offering to-go beer and merchandise from 4-8 pm on Tuesday 12/22 and Wednesday 12/23. For those last-minute gift-getters (like myself), the brewery will also […]
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Looking to have someone else do the cooking on Christmas? These Newport County restaurants will be open
We’ll save all of the “this Christmas is going to be unlike any other, because of COVID-19” rambling and get right to it, here’s what restaurants are offering Christmas Dinner – either to go or dine-in. We’ll continue to update this story if we’re made aware of other options. Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving! […]
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Tiny Kitchen: Braised Beef Cheeks with Creamy polenta
Hello everyone and Happy Holidays! I hope everyone is staying safe. In my family, I am the Christmas dinner cook. Every year, I mix it up and try something different. One year I did a maple chipotle BBQ pulled pork dinner (that recipe is forthcoming in the next few months). Another year I did Indian […]
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Local entrepreneur launches Mirabelle Selects, a subscription-based wine company
When Matthew Chausse decided to turn a passion into a viable business, he had no clue what to expect or anticipate. “It’s certainly an interesting time to start a new venture,” said Chausse. A Rogers High School graduate and movie producer by trade, Chausse has always had an overwhelming affinity for wine. After years of traveling […]
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Diego’s nears completion of it’s new East Side location
In the coming weeks, Diego’s will open their much-anticipated location on the East Side of Providence. The popular Mexican staple, whose brand has expanded from its first location on Bowen’s Wharf in Newport to Middletown with its Barrio Cantina is now prepping for its third installment in Wayland Square. Located on the corner of Wayland Avenue […]
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Newport Craft takes home Gold and Silver Medals in the 2020 USA Spirits Ratings Competition
Newport Craft Spirits today announced that earlier this year they picked up Gold and Silver medals in the 2020 USA Spirits Ratings. In order to take home a medal in the competition, they must score highly in three different categories – Quality, Value and Packaging. According to a press release from Newport Craft, winning a […]
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Narragansett Café hits the market, listed at $1 million
Your chance to own the iconic ‘Ganny in Jamestown is here. Kirby Properties on Wednesday announced that the popular bar/restaurant/music venue in Jamestown was officially on the market. Listed at $1 million, the sale of 25 Narragansett Avenue includes the “building, business, and FF& E”. Property Description The iconic Narragansett Café, known by locals as […]
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Green Dragon “ghost kitchen” launches inside Midtown Oyster Bar
With a brief announcement on their Instagram account earlier this month, Chef Brian Ashness and his team launched Green Dragon, a new weekend pop-up restaurant concept based inside Midtown Oyster Bar. Ashness is currently the Executive Chef at Surf Club, Midtown Oyster Bar’s sister restaurant. Green Dragon quietly began offering Chinese food for take-out on […]
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15 reasons to shop and dine local this holiday season
Photo via Bowen’s Wharf We hear a lot about “shop local”, “support local”, “eat local” and so on. We say it, share it and preach it; this holiday season it’s really time to follow through and actually do it! There’s no secret that locally owned, independent businesses have been among those businesses hardest hit during […]
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Hygge at Home in Newport – Week 2
Hygge at Home in Newport is a weekly column celebrating comfortable, calm, and charming indoor experiences. Hygge (pronounced hue-gah) is a Danish word that translates to “the quality of coziness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment or well-being.” While the concept of hygge is immaterial and a bit subjective, we’ll be offering […]
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Giusto now serving up ‘Sunday Supper’ every night of the week
Since opening just over two months ago, Giusto has been a hit with locals and visitors alike in Newport. Chef/Owner Kevin O’Donnell’s creativity shines through his freestyle Italian cuisine, melding with a simultaneously lively yet intimate ambiance for a dining experience like no other. Now, as the days get shorter and temperatures drop, the team […]
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Restaurant community urges Rhode Islanders: ‘Follow the Rules’ during holiday season
By Rhode Island Commerce With Thanksgiving and a busy holiday season approaching, local restaurant owners are calling on Rhode Islanders to do their part to stop the spread of COVID-19 in order to save their industry. In a series of public service announcements, the state’s restaurant community is highlighting the severe impact of the pandemic […]
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Farm Fresh RI Opens New Facility in Providence
Big things are happening in the Providence Valley Arts District these days. Farm Fresh RI officially opened its long-awaited new facility in Providence last weekend. Located at 10 Sims Street, the purpose-designed 60,000 sq. ft. facility sits on a 3.2 acre parcel of land. Half of the space will house Farm Fresh RI’s programs and […]