Author: Jamie Coelho
Diner’s Update
The latest Rhode Island food, drink, restaurant and dining news and events.
Making Music with Fuzzy’s Fine Guitars
A music community reverberates inside a Warwick guitar shop.
Castle Hill Inn in Newport Reopens After Fire
Guests are invited to book reservations for The Lawn Terrace and Aurelia at Castle Hill, some accommodations, and the mansion’s spa.
How to See the Trolls in South County and the East Bay
Easy directions on visiting the first portion of recycle artist Thomas Dambo's "Troll Trail" at Ninigret Park, then travel to East Providence for a third troll sighting.
Marcelino’s in Providence Earns a Pinnacle Award
The Providence location was recently recognized by The Pinnacle Guide, spotlighting the world's best cocktail bars.
Cafe Alma to Expand to PUMA’s “House of Portugal” at Waterplace Pavilion
The successful East Providence Portuguese cafe will serve bakery items and coffee drinks in downtown Providence in time for the World Cup festivities.
Ocean House Author Series Features Belle Burden of ‘Strangers’ and Other Renowned Writers
The book events include wine, light bites and a signed copy of each book. Read on for a Q-and-A with Burden featured at her live book talk with Deborah Goodrich Royce.
Pat’s Italian Family-owned Restaurant Expands with Fourth Location
Owner Greg Stevens reflects on how the business started and why he's been able to sustain generous portions at reasonable prices for families.
Trendsetter: Meet Anthony Raimondo
The founder of Metro Valet explains how hospitality begins the moment the door opens.
Taste Test Six New Flavors of Ice Cream at Scoop Fest 2026
Wright's Farm Creamery's ice cream extravaganza features ice cream samples, live music and entertainment in Providence.
Mother’s Day Takeout or Dine-In Brunch and Dinner Ideas in Rhode Island
Treat mom to a special meal at one of these top Rhode Island spots.
Where to Celebrate Cinco De Mayo in Rhode Island
Commemorate the Mexican Army's victory over the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla with authentic cuisine, and maybe some tequila, too.
The Hotel Viking Unveils Four New Food and Beverage Concepts
The team behind Littleneck Hospitality will open Skoal Room, Pescadou, Tuck Shop and Cap Club before Memorial Day weekend.
Three New Cocktails to Try in Rhode Island
Local bartenders share the genius behind some of their best concoctions.
5 New Cocktail Spots in Rhode Island
From Warren to Providence to East Greenwich, these spots are raising the bar.
The Team Behind Cocktail Culture at Courtland Club
Laura Ganci and Kayla Campbell shake up the cocktail experience at the Providence bar.
A Night at The Beatrice is Pure Magic
Put your worries aside, and check into the hotel for dinner, a show and an overnight to fully experience Providence as the Creative Capital.
Q-and-A: A Trip Down Craft Cocktail Memory Lane with Vito Lantz
The former Dorrance bartender helped shape Providence's craft cocktail scene, and now co-owns two bars of his own, Lucky Enough and High Motor Bar & Grille.
The Providence Culinary Collective and Wine X Returns This Weekend
The second annual multi-day event invites local food and wine connoisseurs to bespoke culinary experiences citywide.
Seven Nations Dinner Pairs Student Chefs with Acclaimed Chefs
The seven featured nations in the multi-course meal are Haiti, Scotland, Norway, Morocco, England, Ghana and France, with two guest chefs visiting from Ireland, to benefit the David DePetrillo Memorial Scholarship Fund.
Changes Coming Soon to Track 15 Food Hall in Providence
Two vendors are leaving and will be replaced with one newer and one already established concept.
The Eddy Roundtable: Pouring it Forward
How The Eddy helped shape Providence’s future craft cocktail scene.
Where to Get Your Zeppole Fix in Rhode Island
Bite into St. Joseph’s Day with an Italian favorite.
Q&A with Dr. Daryl Appleton
The local former therapist-turned-executive strategist launched the podcast 'Feelings & Other F Words' to help high performers make better sense of their lives.
Paula’s is a Secret Greek Restaurant Inside a Cocktail Bar and Part-time Jazz Club
Courtland Club's restaurant residency highlights chef Panagiota “Paula” Agganis and her family recipes and Mediterranean interpretations.
Q-and-A: Mike Lester of the Newly Opened French Bistro Mémère’s
Neptune (formerly the Dean) opened its ground level restaurant with the legendary Providence proprietor at the helm.
The Dishtectives is Like a Book Club But for Food Lovers
A group of up to twelve friends visits a new restaurant each week to "dishcover" new places.
Get Out of Town: Embrace Winter and Take a Digital Vacation at Huttopia
The White Mountains of New Hampshire offer an opportunity to get out in nature to ski and snowboard, visit breweries, and disconnect from digital technology.
Rhode Island Hospitality Education Foundation’s ProStart Culinary Competition
Area high school students competed in live cooking challenges and presented "Shark Tank"-inspired plans for food businesses, restaurants and hotel concepts.
Matunuck Atelier Opens Restaurant While Awaiting Market
The second location offers many Matunuck Oyster Bar menu favorites as well as a greater emphasis on ceviche, crudo and sushi and fresh, made-on-site pasta.
How to Construct the Perfect Grazing Board
Learn where to get your fill locally and find helpful arrangement tips.
Q-and-A: Rhode Island Food Fights Celebrates Fifteen Years
Discover new places to dine and determine the best pizza, tacos, burgers, sandwiches, iced coffee and more.
Providence Restaurant Weeks Returns with 90+ Dining Deals — Here are Our Top Staff Picks
Rhode Island Monthly staffers name their picks for the foodie favorite promotion, which runs January 25 through February 7.
Rhode Island Earns 8 James Beard Award Semifinalist Nominations for 2026
Several first-timers are on the list, including Jasmine Watson of Audette, Claudine, Loma, Jayd Bun and more.
5 Spots in Rhode Island to Dine in an Outdoor Igloo
Bring your own blanket and cozy on up while dining outside in an igloo during the winter months.
Meet the Mahjong Mavens of Rhode Island
The Gilded Birds host mahjong lessons, events and retreats around the state to bring back a pastime from a bygone era.
Agave Social Curates an Authentic Mexican Dining (and Drinking) Experience in Narragansett
The sophisticated little sister of Condesa restaurant group focuses on regional Mexican cooking and quality tequila and mezcal brands, with monthly educational tastings to teach guests about spirits.
New Year’s Eve Dinners and Parties in Rhode Island
We’ve rounded up some local ways to ring in 2026, including dining in, desserts, dance parties and more.
5 Last-Minute Ways to Get in the Holiday Spirit
How you can scrounge up some holiday spirit while supporting local businesses and arts organizations.
Impress Everyone at the Holiday Gathering with These 7 Cookie Recipes
Local bakers share their favorite recipes.
In The Wake of Saturday’s Shooting, Local Businesses Need Our Help
Small businesses count on the holiday season to make ends meet, but recent tragedy means sales are taking a hit. We've compiled a list of some shops on the East Side to spend your dollar at.
An Annual Pawtuxet Village Cookie Swap Runs Forty Years Strong
Twenty participants each bake twenty dozen holiday cookies and exchange with each other for the annual Vitali Gallo Cookie Swap.
In Times of Tragedy, Look for the Helpers
Following the Brown University shooting this past weekend, we're taking a look at who has helped, how we can help, and where you can find help in our amazing Rhode Island community.
Rhode Island Holiday Takeout and Dinner Options
Leave the holiday cooking to your local restaurants, popups and caterers this year.
Pizza Marvin Is Hosting Fifth Annual Twelve Pies of Christmas Collaboration
The Fox Point pizza spot is working with twelve Rhode Island restaurants who will each cook a special pizza for one night only, with all of the proceeds benefiting the Rhode Island Community Food Bank.
Breaking Bread Launches New Mentorship Program
Virtual mentorship meetings take place over six weeks, in addition to hosting leadership workshops, monthly events and a podcast series.
Rebecca Zilenziger’s “Inter:Intra Personal” Exhibit Arrives at AS220
The photographer's first solo photography exhibition is a visual and conceptual meditation on the dynamics of empathy, resilience and the human condition.
Hope & Main Breaks Ground on West End Kitchens
The Warren-based culinary incubator program just launched its Providence counterpart with shared-use commercial kitchen space coming soon.
Providence’s 23 Best Secret Bars, Hidden Gems and Speakeasies
Providence's best secret bars and speakeasies for indoor, outdoor and takeout cocktails, beer and wine.
Resilience, Service, and Adaptive Sports; A Conversation with Justin Laferrier, Ph.D.
JWU Magazine editor Judy Hill sits down with Laferrier to to talk about his singular journey to JWU.
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