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 […]
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The Mooring to host beer dinner with Tilted Barn Brewery during Newport Winter Festival
The Mooring will celebrate the 37th Annual Newport Winter Festival with a four-course beer dinner featuring Tilted Barn Brewery, on Tuesday, February 18. The evening will kick off with a reception featuring a choice of Tilted Barn’s The Chosen One Double IPA or a Mimosa, along with select stationary hors d’oeuvres including Crab Rangoon with […]
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The Burger Bender: A culinary adventure returns to Newport February 14-23
Are you ready to embark on a gastronomic adventure like no other? The Newport Burger Bender, running from February 14-23, is an annual celebration that brings together the finest local chefs and restaurants, serving burger enthusiasts far and wide. Sponsored by Discover Newport, the competition at area restaurants is a destination event for many locals […]
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Newport Restaurant Group names Mick Lamond its next President and CEO
Newport Restaurant Group (NRG) is making waves with a big change at the top. The company has promoted Executive Vice President Mick Lamond to president and CEO, taking over from Paul O’Reilly. O’Reilly isn’t leaving the company entirely. He’s stepping into a special advisor role, where he’ll focus on helping NRG grow strategically. This shift […]
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Providence Restaurant Weeks returns to 60+ eateries
It’s the perfect time of year to get out of the house and enjoy the award-winning restaurants in and around Providence! Providence Restaurant Weeks is back January 26 – February 8, featuring over 60 dining options from Providence, Warwick, South Kingstown and beyond. Brought to you by the Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau (PWCVB), […]
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Triple Espresso Order: Grafik Coffee has three plans to expand this spring
Grafik Coffee used to be a Subway, and before that, an ice cream shop. The building on East Main Road that has seen the rise and fall of other businesses has become the prime location for a hip coffee joint in Portsmouth. After just over one year of being in business, the community support Grafik […]
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Sly Fox Den Too forced to close Charlestown location
The award-winning Sly Fox Den Too restaurant in Charlestown is set to close its doors this Sunday due to an ongoing dispute with the property’s landlord. Chef Sherry Pocknett, a member of the Mashpee Wampanoag tribe and recipient of the 2023 James Beard Award for Best Chef: Northeast, announced the closure in a Facebook post […]
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‘Six Picks’ Special: Dark beers for the dark season at local craft breweries
Although the forecast is calling for snow and bitterly cold weather next week, the days are actually getting longer. We’re halfway through meteorological winter, and dreams of spring fever are not far off. Meanwhile, beer drinkers and fans of craft brewing know that winter is a special season for dark beers that continue to evolve […]
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Foodlove Market to close, Newport Restaurant Group plans new concept
Newport Restaurant Group announced the permanent closure of Foodlove Market, set for January 25. The market, which opened in August 2021, will cease operations despite growing year-over-year sales and strong community support. In a statement posted on social media and the company’s website, Newport Restaurant Group explains the decision stems from “unsustainable losses” despite the […]
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Plan for stricter lobster fishing rules scrapped amid strong opposition from lobstermen
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Fishing regulators on Friday scrapped a plan for stricter fishing rules amid concerns about a decline in baby lobsters in the warming waters off New England. The regulators were looking to institute a new rule that fishermen need to abide by a larger minimum size for the lobsters they trap. The change is […]