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 […]
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Pivotal Brewing Company plans to open in former Salvation Cafe
Pivotal Brewing Company, an award-winning brewery in Bristol, announced plans to open a second location in Newport this morning. According to a post on Instagram, the brewery will open at 140 Broadway, formerly Cabana and Salvation Cafe. “We’re thrilled to announce that Pivotal’s second location is coming to Broadway in Newport, RI this spring! We’ll […]
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Sakonnet Vineyard and Bar & Board team up for wine dinner
Sakonnet Vineyard and Bar & Board are teaming up to host a wine dinner on January 30 at Bar & Board in Newport. The event runs from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and features a five-course meal prepared by Bar & Board’s executive chef Thomas Hagist. Each dish is paired with a wine from Sakonnet […]
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Sardella’s celebrates 45 years with MLK Center fundraiser
Newport restaurants Sardella’s and Imbriglio’s are teaming up for a good cause this MLK holiday weekend. From January 17-20, they’re donating 20% of their sales or $10,000 (whichever is higher) to the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center in Newport. Patrick Fitzgerald, who co-owns the restaurants with Richard Sardella, says he’s excited about supporting […]
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Aurelia at Castle Hill earns coveted AAA Five Diamond rating
Aurelia at Castle Hill in Newport has earned the coveted AAA Five Diamond designation, placing it among the top restaurants known for exceptional dining. The AAA Diamond Program added Aurelia to its Five Diamond list on December 30, 2024. It’s one of just eight new restaurants to receive this honor this year. Having opened in […]
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Heritage Restaurant Group to acquire Caleb & Broad
The Heritage Restaurant Group has agreed to acquire Caleb & Broad, adding to its expanding roster of Newport establishments. The news was first reported by The Providence Journal/The Newport Daily News at 5:07 am on Saturday, December 28. Rich Willis, who founded Caleb & Broad a decade ago, will remain involved in the restaurant’s operations. […]
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20 iconic Christmas movie foods ranked according to nutrition
Traditions are a big part of what makes the holidays special, from decorating the tree to rewatching your favorite Christmas movies. But have you ever considered leveling up the holiday season by enjoying the foods featured in those iconic films? If this sounds like a fun way to spice up the season, you may be […]
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Track 15 Preview Fundraiser at Giusto raises $7,500 for MLK Community Center
Track 15, the highly-anticipated Providence food hall from the Marsella family, has donated $7,500 to the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center in Newport due to its recent preview event held at Giusto in Newport. “We had such a wonderful time enjoying the delicious food while celebrating the upcoming launch of Rhode Island’s premier […]
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Two shellfish harvesting areas in upper Narragansett Bay reopen on Dec. 20
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) today announced that the emergency closure of Upper Narragansett Bay shellfish ‘Area A’ and ‘Area B’ will end at sunrise on Friday, December 20. The emergency closure was put in place after last week’s heavy rain. Water samples collected this week demonstrated that bacteria levels in both areas have […]
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Small winter catch set for New England’s long-closed shrimp industry, a climate casualty
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — New England shrimp, long lost from the marketplace as waters have warmed, will come back to seafood counters in small amounts next year due to a research fishing program. Also called Maine shrimp or northern shrimp, the small pink crustaceans were long beloved by seafood fans in winter. But for a […]