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The Rhode to Recovery: Rhode Island Food and Drink S01E03
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The Rhode to Recovery: RI Food and Drink, Part 3 of 4

by David Dadekian November 23, 2020
written by David Dadekian

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It’s been more than half a year since the Coronavirus put a fork into the concept of business as usual, but it’s been particularly tough on folks working in the food and beverage industry. After months of navigating a changing, uncertain landscape, industry professionals are taking a realistic look at what the future holds in a series of virtual panel discussions sponsored by YurView and hosted by Eat Drink RI President David Dadekian.

In this episode:

  • Kristen Adamo, President & CEO, Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau
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Please check out all The Rhode to Recovery episodes and subscribe to the entire Eat Drink RI You Tube channel.

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Eat Drink RI The Show with guest Matt Simmons

by David Dadekian June 2, 2020
written by David Dadekian

Season 1, Episode 5 of Eat Drink RI The Show, an interview series with guests from our local food & beverage community. In this episode, Eat Drink RI’s David Dadekian interviews Matt Simmons, cocktail consultant, product representative, bartender and more.

Please check out the entire series page or view the playlist on YouTube.

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News Bites: Wintertime Farmers Market March Madness / Providence Animal Rescue League’s Looking for Culinary Competitors / ProvidenceG Director of Operations

by David Dadekian February 23, 2016
written by David Dadekian

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March Madness at the Pawtucket Wintertime Farmers Market

A Month of Specials, Events, Family Fun and Prizes!

Farm Fresh RI Wintertime Farmers' Market 2016

Farm Fresh RI Wintertime Farmers’ Market 2016

March can be a challenging month for local farmers. It signals the start of a long thaw after winter and the beginning of planning for next season’s harvest. Shopping at farmers markets is a great way to support local farms year-round. But March is a time of year when local farmers need your business and support most of all.

To celebrate these local heroes, Farm Fresh Rhode Island is hosting a month of special events at the Pawtucket Wintertime Farmers Market, called March Madness. Shop at the market every Saturday in March to enjoy fun events like cooking demos and pie eating contest, take advantage of seasonal sales, and participate in a one-of-a-kind scavenger hunt for a chance to win prizes valued at over $300!

Participating in March Madness is a great way to support local agriculture, empower small businesses and build vibrant community with local food at the center of every table.

March Madness Events

  • Every Saturday in March – Scavenger Hunt through the Market!
  • March 5 – Cooking Demo by Harvest Kitchen
  • March 12 – Pie Eating Contest by Humble Pie
  • March 19 – Beer and Food Pairing by Hope & Main and Bucket Brewery
  • March 26 – Cooking Demo by the African Alliance of Rhode Island

What to Expect (Just like that other “Final Four”)

  • Baskets… of delicious produce to feature on your dinner table!
  • Dunks… of fresh baked-goods into steamy, locally roasted coffee!
  • Hoops… used to support greenhouses that make winter harvests possible!
  • Nets… that harvest fresh-caught seafood from our region’s waters!

The Pawtucket Wintertime Farmers Market is open every Saturday, 9a–1p, until May 14. Located in two spacious hallways of the Hope Artiste Village in Pawtucket, RI, it is easily accessed via the R-Line bus and parking is provided. farmfreshri.org/winter


Providence Animal Rescue League Is Looking for Culinary Competitors

PARL's The Rescue

Who wants to be “Top Dog” . . .

The Providence Animal Rescue League is looking for a few more Culinary Competitors for their 5th annual Top Dog Culinary Competition at The Rescue!

All proceeds to help our community’s pets in need! Think you’ve got what it takes? Contact Connie Kile at ckile@parl.org for your application to compete!

 

 


The ProvidenceG Announces Director of Operations

Seasoned hospitality industry professional Jeffrey Mancinho to lead Garde, Rooftop at the ProvidenceG, GPub, GCafé and The Ballroom at the ProvidenceG

ProvidenceG Director of Operations Jeffrey Mancinho

ProvidenceG Director of Operations Jeffrey Mancinho

The ProvidenceG, a new development of one of the City’s most iconic historic buildings and home to several unique dining and entertainment venues, has named 19-year industry expert Jeffrey Mancinho as its director of operations. In this role, Mancinho will use his extensive industry expertise to help drive the performance of Garde, a contemporary restaurant featuring innovative new American cuisine with a French inspiration; Rooftop at the ProvidenceG, the City’s only rooftop restaurant and bar and GPub, a modern gastropub with a speakeasy feel, a scratch kitchen and entertainment amenities. He will also oversee the operations and staff of The Ballroom at the ProvidenceG and GCafé, and play a key role in the overall growth of the company.

As director of operations, Mancinho will work closely with the ProvidenceG leadership team and corporate executive chef, as well as with leaders of GHospitality, a growing hospitality and multi-brand group that operates the ProvidenceG. He will collaborate with these groups on individual restaurant and venue performance, as well as all aspects of group operations and hospitality strategy. Additionally, Mancinho will focus on talent development and training to provide progressive career opportunities for each team member. To execute these responsibilities, Mancinho will partner closely with business unit and group leadership including restaurant managers, the events and sales team, and all operational groups.

“Jeffrey’s extensive background in the hospitality industry and his commitment to building cohesive teams to enhance the overall guest experience is a tremendous asset to our team,” said Colin Geoffroy, president of GHospitality. “He is a skilled leader and adept problem solver who possesses an innate ability to connect with and inspire people. We are thrilled to have him on board to contribute to the success of our hospitality venues.”

A resident of Lincoln, Mancinho joins the ProvidenceG after holding general manager positions at Ruth’s Chris Steak House in Providence and Shrine Asian Kitchen, Nightclub and Lounge and The Scorpion Bar in Mashantucket, Connecticut. He also spent many years on Block Island as beverage manager for The Spring House Hotel.

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News Bites: Fit2cook4Kids Cooking Camps and news from Johnson & Wales University

by David Dadekian March 7, 2015
written by David Dadekian

Diego Rico of East Greenwich, RI

Diego Rico of East Greenwich, RI

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Kids Camp Provides Life Changing Experience

Diego Rico is a triplet with two sisters who is very shy and enjoys cooking. Last summer, his father enrolled just him in Fit2cook4Kids for an individualized camp experience apart from his sisters. The rest is history. Diego blossomed at camp, showing a focus and skill level well above his 14 years. “Diego was a star camper who impressed everyone with his can do, get the meal prepped, cooked and plated attitude” commented Sharyn Singer, camp Chef. “While most campers make progress with each day, Diego soared like an eagle through the kitchen and it was a beautiful thing to watch” she added.

For many kids, summer camp can be a life altering experience. Fit2cook will host cooking camps in Providence plus North and South Kingstown this summer. Parents of kids in grades 3 – 8 will learn to prepare delicious family meals, stay fit and communicate for success. Providence camps will be held in a commercial kitchen located at Temple Beth-El on the East Side. Chef and author Normand Leclair will be the lead chef at the North and South Kingstown camps.

Kids who have attended two or more camps can apply for the Fit2cook leadership program for the position of souschef to mentor younger campers and practice leadership skills. Information and registration can be found at Fit2cook4Kids.org or by calling 401-294-6800.

 


Johnson & Wales University Student International Pastry Team Turns Chocolate to Gold

First Place and Gold Medal at Decadence National Student Pastry Competition

Johnson & Wales University (JWU) Baking and Pastry students Frank Carrieri (Lindenhurst, N.Y.), Kristina Browning (Pawtucket, R.I.), and Emily Donlon (Clifton, Va.) turned chocolate into gold, eh? Members of the university’s Student International Pastry Team; they earned a first place gold medal at Niagara College’s Canadian Food and Wine Institute’s prestigious international student pastry competition called Decadence.

Students from Canada and the United States competed in the competition that showcases just two ingredients: chocolate and icewine. JWU’s faculty coaches were Chefs Tim Brown (Cumberland, R.I.) and Stacy Mirabello (Boston, Mass.). Other participating colleges were: Fleming College (Ontario), Niagara College (Ontario), and The Pennsylvania School of Culinary Arts (Pennsylvania).

The JWU team impressed the judges with a chocolate showpiece, chocolate entremets, molded and enrobed bon bons, and three individual desserts that were created and completed over the course of the two-day competition.

THE TEAM

  • Frank Carreiri: a senior majoring in Baking & Pastry Arts and Foodservice Management, Frank will earn a Bachelor of Science degree in May 2015. He is a 2012 graduate of Lindenhurst Senior High School, Lindenhurst, N.Y.
  • Kristina Browning: a senior majoring in Baking & Pastry Arts, Kristina will earn her Bachelor of Science degree in May 2015. A 2012 graduate of William E. Tolman High School, she is the daughter of Stuart and Cindy Browning of Pawtucket, R.I.
  • Emily Donlon (alternate): a senior majoring in Baking & Pastry Arts, Emily will earn her Bachelor of Science degree in February 2016. A 2011 graduate of Centreville High School, she is the daughter of Jim and Sandy Donlon of Clifton, Va.

THE UNIVERSITY
Founded in 1914, Johnson & Wales University is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution with more than 16,000 graduate, undergraduate and online students at its four campuses in Providence, R.I.; North Miami, Fla.; Denver, Colo.; and Charlotte, N.C. An innovative educational leader, the university offers degree programs in arts and sciences, business, culinary arts, education, nutrition, hospitality, physician assistant studies, engineering and design. Its unique model integrates arts and sciences and industry-focused education with work experience and leadership opportunities, inspiring students to achieve professional success and lifelong personal growth. The university’s impact is global, with alumni from 119 countries pursuing careers worldwide. For more information, visit www.jwu.edu.

 


Nightclub & Bar Media Group Partners with Johnson & Wales University for Student Fellowship Award

Unique Award Recognizes and Supports Students Interested in a Career in the Hospitality Industry

Nightclub & Bar Media Group is partnering with Johnson & Wales University for a second time to host the Student Fellowship Award. Dedicated to fostering growth of aspiring hospitality industry professionals, the Award seeks to honor individuals who have a strong educational background and hands-on experience in the food and beverage industry, as well as a desire to gain further knowledge and insight into their future careers.

At the completion of the selection process, two students will be named Nightclub & Bar Student Fellows. The Fellows will be provided admission to the Nightclub & Bar Convention and Trade Show in Las Vegas, Nevada with three nights lodging and a $400.00 stipend to defray the costs of travel and expenses. The selected Student Fellows will also be featured on Nightclub.com and will be celebrated during an awards ceremony at the upcoming 2015 Nightclub & Bar Convention and Trade Show, March 30 – April 1.

“The first recipients of the Fellowship have described it as the opportunity of a lifetime. We are grateful to Nightclub & Bar for their continued commitment in providing this opportunity for our students,” said Brian J. Warrener, Associate Professor.

Last year Tommy Seto, a 2014 Johnson & Wales graduate, ended his college career by winning the Fellowship and traveling to Las Vegas for the 2014 Nightclub & Bar Show. “To get so many talented industry professionals with such creative ideas to continuously attempt to improve our industry was a defining memory for me,” Seto tells Nightclub & Bar. “Everything I learned at the Nightclub & Bar Show is being utilized in some way in my career. I continue to go on the website and read new articles once a week to help me improve in my profession and to try and stay up to date with the latest news. This opportunity to go to the Nightclub & Bar Show is a privilege that all students should apply for if they have the passion.”

Nightclub & Bar is also embracing new and upcoming hospitality professionals with their Entrepreneurs Awards Program and annual Top 100 List. The mission of the Entrepreneurs Awards program is to seek and reward emerging small businesses producing innovative products for the nightlife industry, and the top 3 companies will also receive a booth at the 2015 Nightclub & Bar Show with a chance to personally show Jon Taffer their industry-changing innovation. Additionally, the Top 100 List serves as the most definitive national list that recognizes America’s highest-performing nightlife venues. It celebrates the top venues with perks such as being published in Nightclub & Bar’s widely-distributed e-newsletters and on Nightclub.com in addition to being honored during the 2015 Nightclub & Bar Convention and Trade Show.

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