The Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center has announced a collaboration with Jason Kindness of The Kind Spirits LLC. The objective of this relationship is to develop a more sociable lobby environment in the lobby at The JPT and to create a unique craft cocktail experience as a part of that special JPT film and event […]
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35th Annual Chowder Cook-Off Winners
The Great Chowder Cook-Off, the original and longest-running chowder championship in the country, took place at Fort Adams State Park on Saturday. The 35th Annual edition of the Great Chowder Cook-Off was the largest in its history with 21 recipes chowder recipes award-winning chefs representing restaurants, catering companies, clam shacks, distributors, culinary schools and institutional dining […]
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5 Craft Beers Worth Trying This Weekend in Newport
Sarah Fimple is the Beverage Manager at The Wharf Pub on Bowen’s Wharf in Newport, RI. Fimp’s Fave Five is back, Fimp’s Fave Five is here to tip you off on five new and/or great craft beers that are worth picking up at the liquor store, searching for or stopping into The Wharf Pub and […]
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20+ Competitors Will Face-Off at 35th Annual Great Chowder Cook-Off on Saturday
Get ready Chowderheads to enjoy endless samples of traditional and exotic “chowda” prepared by 21 competitors hailing from Rhode Island and as far away as Florida, Maine and even Ireland at the 35th Annual Great Chowder Cook-Off, scheduled for Saturday, June 18th, 2016 from noon – 6:00 p.m. on the North Lawn at Fort Adams […]
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The Vineyard Café Opens at Newport Vineyards
Newport Vineyards has announced the opening of the Vineyard Café, as part of the final phase of their multi-million dollar expansion. Under the direction of Trisha Greene, Food & Beverage Director, and Andy Teixeria, Executive Chef, the new café offers a locally sourced menu as well as a wine and craft beer bar. Back on April […]
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5 Craft Beers Worth Trying Right Now in Newport
Sarah Fimple is the Beverage Manager at The Wharf Pub on Bowen’s Wharf in Newport, RI. Fimp’s Fave Five is back, Fimp’s Fave Five is here to tip you off on five new and/or great craft beers that are worth picking up at the liquor store, searching for or stopping into The Wharf Pub and […]
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Poll: Who Serves Up The Best Pizza in Newport, RI?
It seems like almost everyday that we are approached and asked “Who has the best _____ in Newport?” or “Where is the best place for _____ in Newport?”, often times you can most fill in the blank with seafood, lobster roll, chowder and oysters. One of the most common requests and asks is for pizza, locals […]
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Fort Adams State Park Adds Food Truck, Available Daily Through October
If you were visiting Fort Adams State Park in the past and got hungry, you would of either have had to bring a picnic, drive back downtown or swing on through the Fort Adams Visitors Center and see what they had to snack on. Earlier this year, Fort Adams State Park/Fort Adams Trust put out a […]
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Deer Runs Wild Through Bowen’s Wharf and Into Lobster Bar on Thursday
A deer was spotted wandering around Bowen’s Wharf just after 2 p.m. on Thursday. Frank Silvia, Musical Director and Bar Manager for Landing and The Lobster Bar, tells What’sUpNewp that a deer came from the direction of Bowen’s Wharf and ran into the Lobster Bar just after 2 p.m. on Thursday. The deer, which he […]
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Diego’s Bodega in Middletown is Now Open
Diego’s Bodega Catering and Takeout is now open at 124 Aquidneck Avenue in Middletown. Diego’s Bodega offers some of Diego’s Newport’s most popular items at their Middletown location for takeout, such as burritos, tortas, fresh guacamole, salsas, soups and salads. In typical “bodega” fashion, Diego’s Bodega also features a Mexican Market that offers anything and everything you will need for […]
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Smoke House Announces Return of Newport Storm Beer Dinner Series
Executive Chef Kyle Stamps of Smoke House and President and Head Distiller Brent Ryan of Newport Storm Brewery are bringing back the annual downtown dinner series celebrating the close ties between friends, microbrews and three original once-a-year dinner menus. Executive Chef Stamps has created three distinct beer dinners showcasing three unique courses, along with a […]
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Update on Bill That Would Raise Meals, Beverage Tax to 9 percent in Newport and Middletown
As What’sUpNewp first reported, dining in Newport and Middletown may soon cost more than anywhere else in Rhode Island and now NBC 10 reports that the proposed rate increase would be higher than New York, Los Angeles and Las Vegas. Senate Bill S2987 which would increase the meals & beverage tax by 1% (to a total […]
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Boat House Restaurant Lands on OpenTable’s List of ‘100 Best Al Fresco Dining Restaurants in America’
OpenTable has released their 100 Best Al Fresco Dining list for 2016, the annual lists highlights restaurants that offer stunning views, regional cuisine and, above all, fabulous outdoor dining experiences. The list of honorees is determined after analyzing more than five million reviews of more than 20,000 restaurants across the nation – all submitted by […]
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What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub: May 19 – May 26
What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub is a sponsored weekly column written by Sarah Fimple, Beverage Manager of The Wharf Pub. It’s meant to keep you in the know of what their serving up for beverages, food and entertainment. The Wharf Pub is currently featuring 20 draft lines (mostly New England based beer companies) and 63 bottles (local, […]
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Bowen’s Wharf Will Launch ‘Rhode Island Oyster Trail’
Coinciding with the First Annual Newport Oyster Festival, Bowen’s Wharf Co. has announced the launch of the Rhode Island Oyster Trail (R.I.O.T). The official launch of the R.I.O.T will take place at the Opening Night Party of the Newport Oyster Festival on May 20th at 6 p.m. The Trail will celebrate Rhode Island’s aquaculture and […]
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Stoneacre Pantry Owners Join Lorusso’s Newport to Offer Dinner Menu
BYOB restaurant to offer on-line ordering & delivery service from neighboring Wellington Liquors Beginning Saturday, May 28, Thames Street’s Stoneacre Pantry owners, Christopher Bender and David Crowell, will join with owner Tony Lorusso of Lorusso’s Newport, to add a Puglia-influenced Italian dinner menu to Lorusso’s current breakfast and lunch selections. Tony Lorusso and Christopher Bender […]
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What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub: May 12 – May 19
What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub is a sponsored weekly column written by Sarah Fimple, Beverage Manager of The Wharf Pub. It’s meant to keep you in the know of what their serving up for beverages, food and entertainment. The Wharf Pub is currently featuring 20 draft lines (mostly New England based beer companies) and 63 bottles (local, […]
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What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub: May 6 – May 12
What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub is a sponsored weekly column written by Sarah Fimple, Beverage Manager of The Wharf Pub. It’s meant to keep you in the know of what their serving up for beverages, food and entertainment. The Wharf Pub is currently featuring 20 draft lines (mostly New England based beer companies) and 63 bottles (local, […]
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What to Do With Mom on Mother’s Day in Newport
Mother’s Day is here and chances are that you’re scrambling around at the last minute looking to make those plans to celebrate your beautiful and amazing Mom! Here’s a look at where to dine and what to do; 1 – Hotel Viking Brunch, Spa Treatment, Overnight Stay… Treat your mother to a fantastic Mother’s Day […]
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Great Places to Celebrate 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! We hope you are as excited […]
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Rhode Island Red Food Tours Launches Season With New Newport Neighborhood Food Tour
The start of the Newport season brings an exciting buzz around all that is new and happening ahead. Along with this is the Rhode Island Red Food Tours new neighborhood and tasting locations to explore. The Newport Neighborhood Food Tour season is now open. RIRFT’s new food tasting locations take visitors to “off-the-beaten-path” eateries that will round […]
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POLL: Where Is The Best Place For Brunch In Newport?
This poll was originally posted on August 16, 2015. The story has been updated. Brunch, the delicious combination of breakfast, lunch and alcohol consumed usually during the late morning, can be found in many of the most popular restaurants across Newport. As we’ve written about in the past, there are at least 18 places to get […]
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Smoke House Opens For The Season Today
Fried pickles, hog wings, brisket, chicken, pulled pork, baby back ribs and your favorite cocktail served in a mason jar are back! Smoke House, Newport’s place to enjoy bbq straight from the smoker, opens on Sunday, May 1st at 11:00 a.m. for the season. Smoke House will be open daily through mid-October. Smoke House is located on America’s Cup […]
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What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub: April 28 – May 1
What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub is a sponsored weekly column written by Sarah Fimple, Beverage Manager of The Wharf Pub. It’s meant to keep you in the know of what their serving up for beverages, food and entertainment. The Wharf Pub is currently featuring 20 draft lines (mostly New England based beer companies) and 63 bottles (local, […]
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What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub: April 21 – 27
What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub is a sponsored weekly column written by Sarah Fimple, Beverage Manager of The Wharf Pub. It’s meant to keep you in the know of what their serving up for beverages, food and entertainment. The Wharf Pub is currently featuring 20 draft lines (mostly New England based beer companies) and 63 bottles (local, […]