Following the highly anticipated opening of The Chanler’s new restaurants, Cara and The Café, last summer, New England native Jacob Jasinski has joined The Chanler at Cliff Walk as Executive Chef, where he will oversee all culinary operations on property, including both restaurants, catering and in-room dining. Translating to “dear one” in Italian and “friend” […]
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What’s up in Newport this week: Things to do, live music and entertainment (August 12 – 19)
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport, Rhode Island this week and weekend! Cruise Ship Schedule – This Week Tuesday – American Constitution (Capacity: 100 passengers)Thursday – American Star (Capacity: 100 passengers) City Government Calendar – This Week Tuesday – Family Night Concert at Easton’s Beach at 6 pmTuesday – Newport […]
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Bar ‘Cino expands hours, now open for lunch and late night
Bar ‘Cino is now open for lunch and has rolled out a new late-night menu. Bar ‘Cino’s full menu will be available Monday – Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and the late-night menu will be offered Sunday – Thursday until 11:00 p.m. and Friday – Saturday until 12:00 a.m. Conveniently located in the […]
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Cochon555 announces Chefs for Heritage Fire Newport
America’s cult outdoor culinary festival, Heritage Fire by Cochon555, returns to Newport, RI at Gurney’s Newport Resort & Marina on August 24, 2019 with an all-star cast of chefs who will take guests on a journey of whole animal cookery over live-fire grills. The list of heritage and heirloom foods includes dry-aged beef, whole pigs, […]
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Petition launched asking City Council to maintain cap on Newport liquor licenses
A petition, in the form of a Google Form, is circulating on social media that asks the City of Newport to reject an ordinance expanding the number of license in Newport. The petition, titled “Support Local Businesses by Maintaining The Cap on Newport Liquor Licenses”, comes after the lawyer for Hammetts Wharf and The Brenton […]
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Rosemary & Thyme will permanently close in August
After nine years as one of Newport’s most popular cafe’s and bakeries, Rosemary & Thyme will permanently close in August. UPDATE – Rosemary & Thyme has confirmed that they will close at the end of their business day on Sunday, August 4th. The decision to close was not an easy one for Anna & Matthew […]
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Gurney’s will host Sushi On Jones for a month long pop-up Aug. 1 – Sept. 2
New York’s omakase bar, Sushi on Jones, is ready to roll into Newport to end summer on a high note. Gurney’s Newport Resort & Marina will host a month long Sushi on Jones pop-up at The Lounge & Firepit, the resort’s outdoor bar and restaurant, from August 1 through September 2. For its first ever hotel residency, Sushi […]
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POLL: Are you excited for what Carpionato Group has planned for the “Newport North End”?
In the lobby of the former Newport Grand Casino on Tuesday, Carpionato Group announced their plans to demolish the former Newport Grand Casino and create Newport North End a $100-million mixed use development to serve as the amenity anchor for the Newport Resilience Innovation District on the former casino site. When completed, Carpionato Group says […]
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A conversation with Providence-based Granny Squibb, sponsor of the 2019 Newport Folk Festival
Want to support a growing local business while enjoying the sounds of the Newport Folk Festival? Well, the newest sponsor of the Festival has deep Rhode Island roots. Granny Squibb was founded in 2009 by RI native Robin Squibb, who used her grandmother’s original recipe to bottle organic iced tea. The company increased production, marketing […]
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VIDEO: City Council Workshop on Food Truck Ordinances
In regards to creating policies governing the operation of food trucks and carts within the City, City Council hosted a workshop on food truck ordinances tonight in the Council Chambers at Newport City Hall. During the workshop, which lasted approximately ninety minutes, members of the council and several members of public discussed the proposed ordinances. […]
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What’s Up at Newport Vineyards? Here’s a mid-summer round up of events and happenings
With all that’s happening in and around Newport this summer, we’re looping back and trying to catch up with some local venues (here’s Hotel Viking and Gurney’s) to find out what’s happening, new, and to do at their busy venues. For this story, we head to Newport Vineyards for a mid-summer round up of all […]
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Poll: Do you want to see more food trucks in Newport?
Newport City Council will host a workshop tonight to discuss food truck ordinances and regulations in the City (background – http://bit.ly/2JF2G2M). While proponents say that food trucks in the city will inspire and empower entrepreneurs in the business, opponents says that food trucks will come into the City and take up parking spaces and will take […]
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City Council to host workshop on Food Truck Ordinance on July 17th
In regards to creating policies governing the operation of food trucks and carts within the City, City Council will host a workshop on food truck ordinances on Wednesday, July 17th at 5:30 pm in the Council Chambers at Newport City Hall. This workshop is open to the public. Update July 17 – VIDEO: City Council […]
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Serenading The Cows: New cookout and concert series in Portsmouth will take place among cattle
Ever wanted to picnic and enjoy live music while being surrounded by cattle? Well if it has been on your bucket list, you’re in luck! If it hasn’t been something that you’ve ever considered, here’s why it’s worth checking out. Cloverbud Ranch will launch Serenading The Cows, a cookout and concert series, at their farm […]
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Karl’s Park Ave Pub permanently closes
Karl’s Park Ave Pub in Portsmouth has permanently closed. “It is with great sadness to let you know Karl’s Pub has closed its doors last week, Lucille Cabral, Assistant Manager Entertainment for Karl’s Pub wrote to What’sUpNewp. “Thank you for advertising LIVE music at the pub and hopefully our paths will cross again in the […]
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Programming at Hotel Viking this summer includes chef-hosted BBQ, Beach Butler Service, Spirits and Stogies, Paws On The Patio, and more
Summer is in full swing and Hotel Viking is embracing the longer days of sunshine and inviting Newport neighbors and hotel guests alike to a variety of exciting summer events from Sunday BBQs to Pet Friendly Socials. See below for full list of summer activities; Mondays: Burger Bash- Head to Top of Newport every Monday for the weekly […]
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Craft Brew Races returns to Fort Adams on July 20th
Beer and running event series, the Craft Brew Races, returns to the Ocean State yet again for the Craft Brew Races Newport on July 20th, 2019. A portion of the proceeds from the Craft Brew Races Newport will be donated to the Rhode Island Brewers Guild in support of the growth of craft beer and […]
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The Reef, formerly The Pier, will soft open today at 5 pm
The Reef, formerly The Pier, will soft open today at 5 pm. The restaurant is under new ownership and management and promises delicious waterfront cuisine with a Caribbean twist! For more info, visit www.thereefnewport.com.
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What’s new in and around Newport this summer? New businesses make their summertime debut
written by Andrea McHugh, Senior Communications Manager for Discover Newport The wait is over! Summer on The Classic Coast is officially upon us and so begins the season of plenty. While Newport and its surrounding coastal communities remain proud of longtime institutions ranging from family eateries (like Evelyn’s Drive In, marking its 50th year as Rhode Island’s iconic […]
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Mission Middletown marks fourth restaurant for Mission Group, fifth will open at The Wayfinder Hotel
On a day where the group behind Mission, Winner Winner, and Thames Street Kitchen (TSK) grew by one with the addition of Mission Middletown, What’sUpNewp can report that the Mission crew already has it’s sight on opening and operating a fifth restaurant on Aquidneck Island. The team behind Mission, TSK and Winner Winner, will be […]
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Mission opens in Middletown on Monday, July 1st
The Mission family will officially become a family of four on Monday, July 1st when they open Mission Middletown at 58 Aquidneck Avenue. Mission Middletown joins sister restaurant’s Mission Newport, Thames Street Kitchen (TSK), and Winner Winner on the Island. Mission in Middletown will offer the same menu, vibes, beer and wine that customers have […]
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13 Colonies Brewers Festival will bring more than 40 craft breweries from the original 13 Colonies to Mount Hope Farm in 2020
Stand ready, Rhode Island. The inaugural 13 Colonies Brewers Festival will be premiering June 28, 2020. The craft beer festival will feature breweries exclusively from the original 13 Colonies, and will be held in Bristol, RI, home of the oldest Fourth of July celebrations in the United States at historic Mount Hope Farm.13 Colonies Brewers […]
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Summer Programming at Gurney’s Newport Resort & Marina will include wellness, music, and fashion
This summer Gurney’s Newport Resort & Marina will welcome guests with a packed lineup of programming all summer long. From fitness and wellness classes to contemporary fashion and music partnerships, Gurney’s will host multiple pop-ups and unique experiences that bring the best of fitness, fashion and entertainment right to their resorts. Live from Gurney’s Newport Resort […]
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Summer farmers market opening in Miantonomi Park on July 1st
The Miantonomi Farmers Market will open on July 1 and run every Monday afternoon from 2 to 6 PM in Miantonomi Park on Hillside Avenue through the end of August. Local vendors will sell fresh produce, prepared foods, and hot and cold beverages, complemented by family activities ranging from Save The Bay’s “Touch Tank” (hold […]
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Bar ‘Cino opens in Washington Square
Newport Restaurant Group, a 100% employee-owned hospitality corporation based in RI, has announced the opening of its newest concept, Bar ‘Cino (pronounced chee-no), at 22 Washington Square in Newport. What’sUpNewp was the first to bring you the news of the new restaurant on February 28th – Newport Restaurant Group opening new restaurant in Washington Square The 60-seat […]