Author: Jamie Coelho
Bayberry Garden Restaurant and Patio Set to Grow with Providence
The restaurant is the literal interpretation of an indoor garden with lush greenery, an elevated New England coastal menu, a raw bar and an extensive beverage program.
At Aquapalooza, Boat Life is Pure Revelry
Half of the fun of owning a boat is naming it. The other half is Aquapalooza in Potter's Cove.
(Not) At Your Service
How public-facing restaurant staff are faring in the high-stress, ever-evolving world of pandemic dining.
Brown University Has a New Anesthesiology Residency Program
The program is graduating its first cohort of residents.
Everything you Need to Know About Indoor and Outdoor Seating at Rhode Island Breweries
Get all the details on hours and reservations for Rhode Island's breweries, and learn which breweries are offering indoor and outdoor seating.
Kevin O’Connor’s Art Captures Hospitality Workers Amid the Pandemic
Kevin O’Connor shares the plight of the hospitality industry through illustrated portraits of people working in local restaurants and bars.
Make Nicks on Broadway’s Carrot Ginger Soup at Home
Chef Derek Wagner shares the secret for making the restaurant's lovely seasonal soups.
Welcome Waterfront Dining at the Reef in Newport Just in Time for Al Fresco Dining
The Reef has a whole new look that channels the sevens seas and the menu will take you on a sailing voyage all over the world.
StyleWeek is Back in June with a Micro Fashion Event
The intimate affair involves three runway shows, including the SEED Student Design Challenge as well as presentations by two local veteran designers lalla bee and Jess Abernethy.
Giving Home Decor a New Life at WarehousePVD
The Find RI and PreppyGangstas have teamed up to create a unique shopping experience in a warehouse showroom filled with unusual, funky and timeless furniture, lighting and home accessories.
Providence is Open for Business with Outdoor Dining, Street Closures and Events
Local businesses and guests can also take advantage of some amenities that might make generating more business a little easier.
Elin Hilderbrand to Do Book Signing in Narragansett in June
The Queen of Summer will be in town to promote her new book Golden Girl.
Restaurants Can Apply for Financial Help Through the Restaurant Revitalization Fund
Rhode Island-based restaurants that experienced financial hardship during the pandemic can apply for help through the $28.6 billion program.
The Dish: Bootblack Brand Syrups Make Mixing Cocktails Easy
The complex simple syrups can be mixed with spirits and soda to create drinks with delicious flavor profiles.
Meet Up at Downtown Providence’s Newest Speakeasy Needle and Thread
The former tailor shop and haberdashery is now home to simple and smoky cocktails and a street food and classic comfort-themed small and large plates menu.
Have a Yes Day at R1 Indoor Karting’s TimeZone Experience, Go-Kart Racetrack and Arcade
Both kids and adults can have tons of fun taking on the real-life, interactive time machine gaming experience and indoor go-karting racetrack.
Butterbang Serves Swoon-Worthy Croissants in Providence
Pastry chef Brian Leosz sells his French baked goods from a croissant window in Olneyville.
Bywater Bakeshop is Warren’s Newest Corner Bakery
Bywater restaurant turned its Bakeshop side hustle into a permeant fixture.
Hit Up the Burgundian for International Street Food, Liege Waffles and Sweets
The new Burgundian shop in Attleboro, Massachusetts, serves street food dishes and sweet and savory waffles for takeout on Thursdays through Saturdays.
Satisfy Your Munchies with Harry’s Burgers Baked Shake
The Baked Shake is loaded with vanilla ice cream blended with Kahlúa and Frangelico, and topped with chocolate and caramel, Mississippi mud pie, a chocolate chunk cookie, toasted marshmallow and a salty pretzel rod.
Kow Kow Goes from Food Truck to Storefront In Fox Point
The new storefront sells freshly made bubble waffle cones filled with locally made Warwick ice cream and fun treat toppings.
The Rhode Island Black Film Festival is Back This Month
The fourth event amplifies voices and visions of people of color in the film industry.
Animal Talk Magazine Stars Adoptable Dogs and Cats in Rhode Island
The 100 percent volunteer-run publication features adoptable pets in feature stories and fashion photo shoots with information on how to give the animals furever homes.
Warren is Hosting a Spring Art Stroll This Weekend
Seven electrical boxes will be painted live by local and regional artists in partnership with the Avenue Concept, the Town of Warren and the Warren Arts and Cultural Commission (WACC).
The Fate of the Rhode Island Calamari Festival
Calamari comeback? Hopefully.
How to Prep Squid For Cooking at Home
Check out the step-by-step details and photos for cleaning calamari at home.
An Inside Look at Squid Harvesting
Captain Jason Sawyer has been squid fishing for more than thirty years, but the effects of the coronavirus pandemic forced him to change the species he’s targeting.
The Best Squid Dishes in Rhode Island
Here are some of our favorite squid dishes, not just Rhode Island-style calamari, but served in many creative ways.
Book Cheaper Hotel Stays for Rhode Island Hotel Week 2021
The promotion gives guests an opportunity to experience all Rhode Island has to offer through staycation deals.
Art on Tap: Sip Drinks at Troop-Top Deck at the WaterFire Arts Center on Thursdays
The WaterFire Arts Center is hosting a roofdeck bar with beer and wine from Troop restaurant for patrons to enjoy while experiencing art exhibits.
Petez Pop of Pawtucket Ships Mystery Boxes of Exotic Snacks and Sodas
The storefront sells goods both in stock for local purchase and on the web to be shipped all over the United States.
Help Foster Parrots Bird Sanctuary After Fire by Donating Needed Supplies
A four-alarm fire ripped through a building at the sanctuary this morning, and supplies are needed to help.
Cardkits Offer Unplugged Fun for Kids
Anther Kiley’s interactive build-it-yourself paper toys encourage imaginative play.
Order Cocktails and Book Events with RI Cruisin’ Cocktails Mobile Trailer
Sarah Gwizdowski's mobile cocktail bar serves fancy drinks out of a retro, renovated 1961 Shasta trailer affectionately named Marigold.
Buy Local RI T-Shirt Helps Support Rhode Island Hospitality Employee Relief Fund
Twenty-five percent of all sales from the shirt through Frog and Toad gift store will be donated to this relief fund.
Providence Food Hall Investment Is in the Works
Marsella Development Corporation will redevelop the One Union Station space previously occupied by the Capital Grille and Bar Louie.
Little Sister is a New East Side Cafe with Latin Flair in Providence
The Hope Street spot from the same owners of Rebelle Artisan Bagels serves takeout pastries, coffee and breakfast and lunch options.
Rhode Island-based Leigh SilverWear Makes Antimicrobial Face Masks
The Rhode Island-based, woman-owned business is producing reusable, washable and antimicrobial face masks that are made with Ionic silver yarn technology.
Go On a Poutine Bender with the Museum of Work and Culture’s Competition
The museum is hosting the Poutine Indulgence and Competition with poutine tastings from seven restaurants and mobile vendors.
Make Chinese Scallion Pancakes
Forge to Table knives started in a JWU dorm room by Noah Rosen, and local chef Sam Burgess came up with this recipe using the knife.
Moniker Brewery is Buzzing as Providence’s Newest Beer Garden
The West Side brewery has an outdoor beer garden with heaters and local craft brews for all types of beer lovers.
In Conversation with Bill Bartholomew, Renegade Reporter
The "Bartholomewtown" political podcaster also contributes arts coverage to "Rhode Island PBS Weekly."
Takeout Treat Heat Map
Where to get the latest hot and cool, sweet and savory takeout treats in Rhode Island.
Shake it Off with the Ocean House’s Cozy Fondue Village and Gondolas
The winter dining experience includes a choice of a three-course breakfast, afternoon crepes, lunch or dinner served in a cozy gondola.
Where to Buy Cocktail Kits for Home Bartending
These two Rhode Island bartenders create curated boxes for making craft cocktails at home.
Check Out These New Books with Rhode Island Connections
Get cozy with reads by local authors or about Rhode Island topics.
Experience the White Winter Alba Truffle Menu at La Masseria
The East Greenwich restaurant is embracing the special season in Italy with an entire menu dedicated to shaved truffles from Piedmont.
Where to Get the Best Takeout from Food Trucks and Mobile Food Businesses
These mobile food vendors and food trucks serve hearty takeout at different locations.
Where to Get the Best Restaurant Takeout in Rhode Island
Skip the cooking at home and support Rhode Island restaurants this winter. It’s a win-win with these diverse options, many of which offer contactless pickup, curbside takeout and delivery.
Savory Fare Delivers Chef-Level, Locally Sourced Meals Straight to Your Doorstep
Their menus feature a mix of year-round favorites and rotating specials, from comfort food classics to seasonal exclusives.
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