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News Bites: Blackstone Valley Culinary News / HG80 Changes to Tacofied

by David Dadekian March 8, 2022
written by David Dadekian

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Blackstone Valley Culinary Newsletter – March 7, 2022

Rhode Island Craft Beer Week
March 5-13, 2022

Plan to visit some of the many craft breweries in the Blackstone Valley that are planning events during RI Craft Beer Week, including Bravo Brewing Company (Pascoag), Foolproof Brewing Company (Pawtucket), Smug Brewing (Pawtucket) and The Guild (Pawtucket).  You’ll find more information about specific events at RI Craft Beer Week.  Don’t forget to download your RI Brewery Passport App to earn prizes for visiting RI Craft Breweries! 

Museum of Work and Culture
42 South Main Street, Woonsocket  RI  02895
401-769-9675
rihs.org/museums/museum-of-work-and-culture/

Don’t forget to participate in the 6th Annual Poutine Indulgence from March 1-31, 2022.  There will be 7 restaurants competing for the title of Best Poutine, including Adeline’s Speakeasy Kitchen Bar in Cumberland, Ciro’s Tavern in Woonsocket, Ming’s Asian Street Food in Pawtucket.  Get your Poutine Passport and sample poutine from the participating restaurants.  You’ll have until April 1 at midnight to vote for your favorite poutine.  The winner will be announced at the Museum’s annual Salute to Spring Event on Sunday, April 4.  Poutine Passports are available for $15 each or two for $25.  To get your Passport and to find out more details, including the participating restaurants, click HERE.   

White Dog Distilling
560 Mineral Spring Avenue
Pawtucket  02860
401-475-3789
White-dog-distilling.square.site

Don’t forget to get your tickets for the Rhode Island Historical Society’s “Drink in the History” series on Thursday, March 10 from 6 pm to 7 pm, featuring White Dog Distilling in Pawtucket.  Join Alecia Catucci, co-owner and co-founder of White Dog Distilling at this in-person event.  Check out the story from the Valley Breeze HERE.  Enjoy light culinary fare while you are welcomed with a craft-made White Dog mini-cocktail and then be taken through a flight of rum and moonshine tasting selections.  Then researchers Traci and Andrew will share the story of Eliza Granger, a female distiller in Providence in the early 19th century.  Get your tickets HERE

Munroe Dairy’s Sacred Cow Ice Cream Shop and Market
187 North Brow Street, East Providence  02914
401-537-4424
sacredcowicecreamshop.com/

Bring the kids to the EP Kids Teddy Bear Breakfast on Saturday, March 12, 2022 from 8:30 am to 11:30 am at the Phillips Street Hall, 51 North Phillips Street, East Providence.  They’ll be life-sized characters and lots of fun.  Stop by the Sacred Cow for tickets.  Click here for more information.  

Rhode Island Spirits
59 Blackstone Avenue, Pawtucket  02860
401-856-4111
Rhodeislandspirits.com

There’s always something going on at RI Spirits, including the newest addition to their event line up – the Magic of AcesWild on Saturday, March 26, 2022 from 6 to 8 pm.  AcesWild, aka Clarke Braudis, will perform for you at your table in the Tasting Room.  Cocktails will be available for purchase and there will be a limited snack menu – feel free to bring your own foods or snacks with you.  For tickets and more information, click HERE.   And for information on all the events happing in March at RI Spirits, click HERE.  

A & W Root Beer
460 Putnam Pike, Smithfield, RI  02828
401-949-9892
awrestaurants.com/aw-smithfield-ri

Spring must be coming because A & W Drive-In is opening on Saturday, March 12!  Go to their Facebook page for information on opening day specials, daily specials, family packs and coupons.  

Harvest Kitchen
2 Bayley Street, Pawtucket, RI  02860
401-335-3766
farmfreshri.org/programs/harvest-kitchen/

Harvest Kitchen’s Dinner-To-Go events have been so popular!  They are planning another for St. Patrick’s Day – Dinner for 2 for $40 and you have a choice of house-made corned beef (with local potatoes, carrots, onions, parsnips and cabbage with house-made grainy mustard) OR a vegan option(with local potatoes, carrots, onions, parsnips and mushrooms in a rich Irish Stout broth), both with a choice of bread and dessert (chocolate Guinness cupcakes).  Your must order by Friday, March 11 and pick-up is on March 17 from 10 am to 6 pm.  Click HERE to order. 

Mapleville Farm
544 Victory Highway, Mapleville, RI  02839
401-568-0544
MaplevilleFarm.com

Have you heard about the Breadbox Subscription at Mapleville Farm?  Read about the history of the Breadbox HERE.  Basically, it’s a subscription service you sign up for and every week you get delicious, fresh-baked bread.  The menu for the next 8-week session is:  March 12 – Potato Loaf; March 19 – Guinness Sourdough; March 26 – Garlic Breadsticks; April 2 – Spinach Loaf; April 16 – Hot Cross Buns; April 23 – Spring Hearth Loaf; and April 30 – Earl Grey & Lavender Loaf.  You must sign up by Thursday, March 10 to ensure your spot and a steady supply of delicious bread!  Click HERE for more information and to sign up.  And Mapleville Farm Bakery also has Irish Week Specials – Guinness Sourdough and Soda Bread, Shamrock Butter Cookies, Irish Cream Brownies and Soda Bread Muffins! 

Knights of Columbus
Pawtucket Councils

The Knights of Columbus in Pawtucket is offering Clam Cakes and Chowder (red or white) on Fridays during Lent (upcoming dates are March 11, 18, 25, April 1 and 8) from 5-7 pm.  Call in your order Monday through Friday before 5 pm and leave a message with your order, including whether your order is for pick-up or dine-in.  All proceeds will benefit Knights of Columbus charities.  Click HERE for more info.


HG80 Announces Name Change to Tacofied

Tacofied Food Truck

HG80, one of Rhode Island’s highest-rated food trucks, announces that the truck will now be known as Tacofied. The company revealed a new design for the truck, logo, and tagline “World Cuisine in a Tortilla,” created by Boston-based Garfinkle Design, as well as a new website (www.TACOFIEDTRUCK.com). The ownership and concept have not changed, and the truck will continue serving fan-favorite tacofieds like Fish ‘n’ Chips, BBQ, Greek Chicken Gyro, and Spring Roll, as well as its popular housemade chips, sodas, and seltzers.

The rebranding represents the evolution of the company and its vision for the future. “We’re focused on making our guests’ experience as easy, comfortable, and accessible as possible. We’re not your run-of-the-mill taco truck, and our old name – while personally significant – didn’t tell the whole story,” said Josh Berner, owner. “I’m excited that we’ve kept a hint of whimsy, and the Tacofied name, logo, and tagline clearly communicate what we do and who we are”.

“Every detail of the truck tells our guests that they’re getting something unique and special. We don’t have tacos — we make tacofieds!”

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The Rhode to Recovery: RI Food and Drink, Part 1 of 4
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The Rhode to Recovery: RI Food and Drink, Part 1 of 4

by David Dadekian November 18, 2020
written by David Dadekian

From Yurview.com:

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:

  • Amber Jackson, The Black Leaf Tea and Culture Shop
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  • John Sgambato, Yacht Club Soda
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Please check out all The Rhode to Recovery episodes and subscribe to the entire Eat Drink RI You Tube channel.

Also available as an audio-only podcast below.

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Eat Drink RI Farmers Market at Blackbird Farm 2020

by David Dadekian May 6, 2021
written by David Dadekian

June 14, 2020 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Eat Drink RI and Blackbird Farm host a local farmers market at the Farm Stand on Sundays from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. The 2020 farmers market will take place every Sunday from June 14 through October 11 (weather permitting). Follow Eat Drink RI and Blackbird Farm on Facebook for Market updates and any possible weather cancellations.

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Sunday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., through Sunday, October 11th

Vendors:

  • every Sunday:
    • Angell Farm
    • Beautiful Day
    • Blackbird Farm
    • Blue Skys Farm with Sanctuary Herbs
    • Breakneck Hill Bee Farm
    • Pepper Junction
  • alternate Sundays – June 14, 28, July 12, 26, Aug 9, 23, Sept 6, 20, Oct 4:
    • Beans & Buns
    • In A Snap
    • IZO Arts & Crafts
    • Pure Haven by Alana
    • We Be Jammin’
  • alternate Sundays – June 21, July 5, 19, Aug 2, 16, 30, Sept 13, 27, Oct 11:
    • Maxine Baked
    • Mr C’s Old Thyme Scents

Blackbird Farm Farm Stand

660 Douglas Pike
Smithfield, RI 02917 United States
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News Bites: Eat Drink RI Blackbird Farm Farmers Market Now Open / Urban Greens Grand Opening / Bar ‘Cino Opens in Newport

by David Dadekian June 18, 2019
written by David Dadekian

Current news releases—Eat Drink RI is not the source for these items—please follow any links for more information.


Two Farmers Markets at Blackbird Farm Open for the Season

Eat Drink RI Friday Farmers Market at Blackbird Farm

Blackbird Farm, one of the most-acclaimed beef and pork farms in New England, begins their 3rd farmers marketseason produced by Eat Drink RI. The Friday and Sunday farmers markets feature an array of local vendors and will take place on Friday evenings from 4 – 7 p.m., and again on Sundays from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at 660 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, RI.

Parking is accessed via the beautiful new Blackbird Farm ranch gate on Limerock Road off of Douglas Pike (Route 7). The Friday farmers market will take place every Friday evening from June 14 through October 18 and the Sunday farmers market will take place every Sunday from June 16 through October 20, both weather permitting. Follow Eat Drink RI and Blackbird Farm on Facebook (facebook.com/eatdrinkri/and facebook.com/blackbirdfarm/) for marketupdates and any possible weather cancellations.

New to this year’s market will be a local producers table selling products curated by Eat Drink RI. Look for cheeses from Narragansett Creamery, breads from Bread Box Baking Company, spices from Ocean State Pepper Company, salsas from The Backyard Food Company, soda from Yacht Club Bottling Works along with other products as the season progresses.

Also at the farm stand location is Blackbird Farm’s all-local ice cream spot, the Moo Moo Ice Cream Trailer. A converted horse trailer, Moo Moo offers 14 flavors of ice cream produced with locally farmed milk, along with signature sundaes and ice cream floats using Yacht Club Soda. Moo Moo Ice Cream hours are posted at blackbirdfarmri.com/moo-moo-ice-cream/

Friday farmers market vendors include Angell Farm, Blackbird Farm, Breakneck Hill Apiary, Harris Farm, Moonrose Farm, Pop On The Block, Travis Family Farm with Rachyl’s Goat Milk Soap and We Be Jammin’. Sunday farmers market vendors include Angell Farm, Beautiful Day, Blackbird Farm, Breakneck Hill Apiary, Harris Farm, Lucky Clover Farm and We Be Jammin’. A variety of products will be offered, such as: beef and pork, seasonal produce and fruit, honey, candles, floral bouquets, eggs, granola, coffee beans, soaps, herbs, plants, popcorn, sauces, jams and more. More information can be found at blackbirdfarmri.com/farmers-market.

Farmers markets are for people from all walks of life and all ages who share a common belief that farmers and local producers are a vital part of our community. This market will support the local food economy, showcase a wide variety of products and tap into a region of the state that currently doesn’t offer an extensive outdoor market. The Blackbird Farm Farmers Market will support local farmers and producers, improve access to fresh fruits, vegetables and other farm products, encourage sustainability, and educate the community on the importance of local foods.


Grand Opening Urban Greens Co-Op Market June 27-29, 2019

Providence’s Only Member-Owned Grocery Store Opens in Providence

Open to all shoppers, membership not required

Urban Greens Co-Op Market

After several years of grassroots development and planning, the board of the Urban Greens Co-op Market is thrilled to announce the opening of Providence’s only member-owned co-op grocery store, June 27-29, 2019. Urban Greens is open to all shoppers, whether they are members or not.

The grand opening celebration will feature free food samples from local vendors, live music, goodie bags, and dozens of special sales throughout the store. Urban Greens’ mission is to be open to all and support the health and well-being of our customers by offering nutritious, affordable food that is sustainably sourced, culturally inclusive, and supportive of local food production. All are welcome to stop in and experience their locally-owned, beautiful new grocery store.

“We never would have gotten here without the support of a lot of people who believed in this project,” said board member Philip Trevvett. “The opening of Urban Greens increases our access to healthy and local foods, and we want to acknowledge that there is still a lot of work to expand that access. We are committed to continuing to grow access to healthy and local foods over time, both through programming within the store, and through community outreach, education and relationship-building outside of our brick and mortar building.”

Urban Greens is a full-service grocery store stocked with fresh organic produce, delicious prepared foods available to go, and a significant selection of bulk items–such as granola, spices, and flour–that can be purchased at low prices with minimal packaging. In addition, the co-op strives to meet the needs of the diverse communities in Providence, so shoppers will find a mix of cooking oils, produce, and grains common to West African, South East Asian, and Latino diets, among others. Shoppers will also enjoy Urban Greens Basics, a budget line of 100 staple items throughout the store.

A 356-square-foot community room will feature free and paid events, such as community cooking classes, workshops, and more.

Urban Greens currently has more than 1,300 members. Membership costs between $10 and $160 per year, making it truly accessible to all. Qualified low-income members qualify for a 5% discount on all items. To become a member, visit https://urbangreens.com/membership/.

The $2.2 million project is expected to generate 28 part-time and full-time jobs. The project received an investment from the Rhode Island Foundation, a Rebuild Rhode Island Tax Credit, a loan from RI Commerce, and a loan from The Cooperative Fund of New England. The project also received grants from the Rhode Island Foundation, LASA in conjunction with the RI Department of Environmental Management, and the Henry P. Kendall Foundation. All told, more than a third of the financing came from families and individuals, an indication of the community’s support for this new grocery store.


Bar ‘Cino Opens in Historic Washington Square

Italian Bar is the Latest Venture for Newport Restaurant Group

Bar ‘Cino

Newport Restaurant Group, a 100% employee-owned hospitality corporation based in RI, is pleased to announce the opening of its newest concept, Bar ‘Cino, at 22 Washington Square in Newport. 

The 60-seat full-service restaurant features a selection of little plates, bruschetta, grilled pizza, salads, paninis and entrees, as well as a complete cocktail menu. Bar ‘Cino will be open for dinner Sunday – Thursday from 4:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 4:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. The restaurant will also serve lunch beginning mid-summer. For more information or to view the menu, visit www.barcinonewport.com.   

Conveniently located in the heart of historic Washington Square, Bar ‘Cino offers patrons a casual and authentic Italian bar experience, focused on a playful beverage program of wines and inspired cocktails complemented by a menu of simple, flavor-filled foods inspired by Italian countryside cooking; highlighting fresh vegetables, seafood, cheeses and local ingredients.

“We’re thrilled to add Bar ‘Cino to our family of employee-owned restaurants,” said Paul O’Reilly, President & CEO, Newport Restaurant Group. With more than ten individual restaurant concepts in Rhode Island, we are always looking for a unique opportunity to create a new experience for our valued guests. We hope this casual eatery will become part of the fabric of the Newport community – a place where locals will enjoy eating several times a week.” 

Chef Mariana Gonzalez, formerly of the culinary team at The Mooring and Smoke House, leads the Bar ‘Cino culinary team under the direction of Karsten Hart, Director of Restaurants. Luke Devine, former restaurant manager at The Mooring and Smoke House, will take on the management of the Italian bar’s operation.

Chef Mariana’s approachable menu features a selection of light dishes including Little Plates featuring Clams baked in Pomodoro, white wine and chili flakes, served with garlic bread; Potato Chips with parmesan and parsley; warm Marinated Olives with rosemary, garlic and orange zest; and Antipastiwith prosciutto, EVOO-poached tuna and white beans, parmesan, olives and mozzarella. Salads feature an array of options including Arugula with marinated cannellini beans, chicory, and parmesan; Tuscan Kale with a sundried tomato vinaigrette, avocado, pine nuts and parmesan; Italian Farro and Grilled Vegetables with tomato, feta, pistachios and citrus vinaigrette; Romaine and Kale with parmesan, anchovies, lemon and crushed croutons; and Simple Greens with EVOO, lemon, mint and parsley. Chicken, shrimp, salmon or tuna conserva can be added to each salad.

Bruschettas feature EVOO Tuna Conserva with Castelvetrano olives and celery leaf; Prosciutto with fig and goat cheese; and EVOO-roasted Tomato, mozzarella, saba and sea salt. Grilled Pizzas offer oven-roasted Chicken with arugula, chicory and parmesan; Margherita pomodoro with fontina, parmesan, EVOO and basil; Prosciutto with fig, arugula, fontina and sea salt; and wood-grilled Mushroom with fontina, ricotta, EVOO and fresh herbs. Panini selections include oven-roasted Chicken with arugula, chicory and Parmigiano-Reggiano; wood-grilled Mushroom, fontina, ricotta with EVOO and fresh herbs; Prosciutto with fig, arugula and fontina; and Tuna Conserva with cannellini beans, kale and romaine. 

Entrees feature Roasted Salmon with broccoli rabe, EVOO-mashed potatoes and tomato sofrito; Chicken Picatta with lemon snap-pea risotto; Chicken Milanese with white beans, arugula and salsa verde; Chianti-braised Beef Short Rib with farro and roasted summer vegetables; and Italian Farro Risottowith roasted mushrooms, charred radicchio and soffritto. Pasta dishes offer Rigatoni Bolognese with parmesan and crispy gremolata; Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe with clams, pecorino and black pepper; Tagliatelle with roasted wild mushrooms, asparagus, basil pesto and bottarga; Paccheri with roasted chicken, EVOO, confit tomato, broccoli rabe and parmesan. 

Bar ‘Cino also offers A Tavola: dinner for two, which include a choice of wood-grilled Tuscan Steak with garlic and herbs, served sliced with roasted vegetables and EVOO-smashed potatoes; and whole-roasted Lemon-scented Hen with roast potatoes, asparagus and parmesan cream. 

Dolce feature Pistachio Ricotta-Cream Layer Cake, Molten Chocolate-Nutella Souffle, Limoncello-Mascarpone Cake, and a selection of gelato. 

In addition to a playful wine list of more than 45 carefully-curated labels and a beer list that includes local and regional bottles, draughts and 25 oz ‘share beers,’ Bar ‘Cino will feature an array of hand-crafted cocktails including Shadilady featuring mezcal, Aperol, and lime with a tajin rim; Pirate’s Last Dancewith 

Newport Craft Distillers’ Thomas Tew Rum, Bacardi, Gosling’s Coconut, grapefruit and honey; Arnaldo Palmer with chamomile and honey-infused grappa, house lemonade and iced tea; Ciao Bella with Tito’s vodka, Malfy Italian gin, Contratto Bianco, vermouth and fresh and toasted herbs; and Tempo Triplowith Contratto Americano, Bianco and Rosso vermouth with orange bitters, to name a few.

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