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World Championship Cheese Contest Gold Medalist 2022
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News Bites: Narragansett Creamery Wins at World Championship Cheese Contest / RI Breweries Easter 2022 Schedule / Blackstone Valley Culinary News

by David Dadekian April 11, 2022
written by David Dadekian

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



Narragansett Creamery wins Gold and Bronze Medals at the World Championship Cheese Contest

Narragansett Creamery was awarded a First Place Gold Medal for its Low-Fat Coffee Yogurt at the World Championship Cheese Contest on March 3–5 in Wisconsin. Our low-fat coffee yogurt contains milk and probiotic cultures, contains no stabilizers or preservatives, and is lactose free.

Narragansett Creamery was also awarded a 3rd  Place Bronze Medal for its Burrata Cheese. Each Narragansett Creamery Burrata is made by hand. Mozzarella is stretched to form a pocket where it is then hand-filled with Stracciatella, a mixture of “torn” mozzarella (Stracciare – to tear apart) cream, and a trace of salt.

This year’s World Competition was highly competitive with 2,978 entries from 29 countries. The contest initiated in 1957, is organized by the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association.

“We are honored to win these awards in the Yogurt and Burrata categories and to be included with such an outstanding group of dedicated and creative cheesemakers,” said Mark Federico, owner and co-founder of Narragansett Creamery.

Narragansett Creamery is a family-owned creamery based in Providence, RI that uses milk from nearby New England farms to make its artisanal cheeses and yogurts.

“We thank our local farmers who supply us with excellent quality milk which enables us to create award-willing cheeses,” Federico said. 


RI Breweries Easter 2022 Schedule

Rhode Island Brewers Guild

Wondering if your favorite RI Brewers Guild facility will be open on Easter? Here’s a list of open and closed breweries for Sunday, April 17th.  See you there!

Fool Proof Brewing                          Normal hours, 12 noon – 6
Linesider                                            Normal hours, 12 noon – 6
Long Live Beerworks                       Normal hours 12 noon – 5
Lops Brewing                                    10 am to 6 pm
Moniker Brewery                              Normal hours
Narragansett Beer                           Normal hours
Newport Craft Brewing                    Normal hours
Pivotal Brewing                                Normal hours 12 noon to 5
Proclamation Ale                              12 noon to 6
Providence Brewing Co                  Normal hours
Ravenous Brewing                          Normal hours 
Rejects Beer Co                               Normal hours
Shaidzon Beer Co                           12 noon to 5 
Six Pack Brewing                             12 noon to 5
Taproots Brewing Co                      11 am to 4 pm (bar service only, no food)
The General’s Crossing                  Normal hours
Twelve Guns Brewing                     Normal hours
Union Station Brewery                    11:30 am to 1:00 am
West Passage Brewpub                 Normal hours

Apponaug Brewing Co                    Closed                        Revival (LVP&B)                              Closed            
Beer on Earth                                   Closed                        Smug Brewing                                  Closed
Bravo Brewing                                  Closed                        The Guild Pawtucket                       Closed
Buttonwoods                                     Closed                        The Guild Warren                            Closed
Chair 2                                               Closed                        Tilted Barn Brewery                         Closed
Coddington Brewpub                       Closed                        Trinity Brewhouse                            Closed
Crooked Current                              Closed                        Whalers Brewing                              Closed
Grey Sail Brewing of RI                  Closed                        Ragged Island Farm Brewery
Hive Beer                                          Closed                                    (Closed temporarily under construction)


Blackstone Valley Culinary News – April 6, 2022

Davenport’s Family Restaurant
1070 Mendon Road, Cumberland  02864
401-334-1017
Davenport’s Bar and Grille
1925 Pawtucket Avenue, East Providence  02914
401-438-3381
davenportsri.com

Davenport’s has new spring specials.  And they are also now offering gluten-free pizza which has been very popular.  

Kountry Kitchen/Kountry Clam Shack
10 Smith Avenue, Greenville 0282
401-949-0840
Kountryfoodgroup.com

Sadly, our friends at Kountry Kitchen will be closing the restaurant on April 10.  The Kountry Clam Shack did a Culinaria Live episode with us which was great!  We’re happy that the Delos family will be retiring and relaxing.  The restaurant has been purchased and will be undergoing renovations for about six months before it reopens under new ownership.  So stop by before April 10 to enjoy Kountry Kitchen one more time and to wish the Delos family well!   Here is more information in a Valley Breeze article

Angelos Palace Pizza
133 Mendon Road, Cumberland  02864
401-728-3340
Angelospalacepizza.com

Angelo’s is having an Easter brunch on Sunday, April 17.  Seatings are at 10:30 am and 1 pm – reservations are required.  Adults are $30; Children are $20; and children under 5 are $15.  Check out the buffet menu HERE

Spumoni’s
1537 Newport Avenue, Pawtucket  02861
401-726-4449
spumonisrestaurant.com/

Spumoni’s is offering their famous Easter brunch again and I hear it’s spectacular!  It will be on Sunday, April 17 between 10 am and 3 pm and the cost is $28.99.  Reservations are accepted for parties of 5 or more, but don’t wait to call for reservations (at the above number).  Check out the Easter Brunch Menu

Ye Olde English Fish & Chips
25 South Main Street, Woonsocket  02895
401-762-3637
Yeoldeenglishfishandchips.com

Congratulations to the Robinson Family at Ye Olde English Fish and Chips on their 100th Anniversary!  There was a great story by WPRI about the Robinson Family and the history of the iconic Woonsocket restaurant.  Read it HERE

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

Rhode Island Spirits has a very busy event schedule.  Hope you can join them for some of these events:  

·  Friday April 8 Distillery Bingo 6-8, free, no reservation required; Cookie Chow will also be onsite with sweet treats! 

·  Saturday April 9, Uncorked! (to benefit RI PBS). We’ll be at the Pawtucket Armory for this event with samples of Rhodium products. 

·  Sunday April 10 Gin School (sold out, but there are tickets available for June/July/August) 

·  Friday April 15 Distillery Trivia with Jordan 6-8, free, no reservation required, PRIZES 

·  CLOSED Easter Sunday April 17 

·  Sunday May 8 Mothers Day We’ll be featuring Donuts, Spiked Coffee, Bloody Marys and Mimosas

Mimi & Pop’s Ice Cream Shop
1306 Broad Street, Central Falls, RI  02863
401-474-8185

Mimi & Pop’s opened on April 1.  Stop by for some sweet treats – soft serve and hard serve ice cream, banana splits, milkshakes and more!

Poke Brothers
622 George Washington Highway, Lincoln  02865
401-642-8708
Facebook.com/pokebroslincoln

New restaurant alert!   This new restaurant, specializing in Hawaiian-style Poke bowls, has opened a Lincoln Commons location – the first franchise to open in New England!  Read all about them in this Valley Breeze article.  Here’s a picture of their MENU or you can design your own bowl.

Notes Coffee Co.
508 Armistice Blvd., Pawtucket 02861
401-335-5181
notescoffeeco.com

Save the Date!  Notes Coffee Co. will be holding their first Maker’s Market event on Friday, April 22 from 6 to 9 pm.  More info to follow regarding the artisans who will be there.  

Smug Brewing
100 Carver Street, Pawtucket  02860
401-642-5701
Smugbrewing.com

 PICK UP and TAPROOM HOURS FOR THIS WEEK:

April 6th, Wednesday 1pm – 6pm (Pick-up only) 

April 7th, Thursday 3pm-9pm (Taproom and Pick-up)  Trivia with Reb begins at 6:30 and 7:30; Nanu Burmese Fusion onsite

April 8th, Friday 3pm-9pm (Taproom / Pick-up) 

April 9th, Saturday 1pm-10pm (Taproom / Pick-up)  

Bonsai Bar event and Sarcastic Sweets

April 10th, Sunday 12pm – 5pm (Taproom / Pick-up) 

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Chair 2 Light Lager
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News Bites: New Beer from Sons of Liberty / Harvest Kitchen Cafe Reopens / RI Brewers Guild Releases Opening Hours for all Craft Breweries

by David Dadekian June 1, 2021
written by David Dadekian

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


Sons of Liberty Launches Summer 2021 with Chair 2 Light Lager
Chair 2 Light Lager is a Rhode Island made beer with 95 calories and 2.5g carbs per can

Chair 2 Light Lager
Chair 2 Light Lager

Sons of Liberty Beer & Spirits Co. has announced the launch of Chair 2 Light Lager ahead of Memorial Day Weekend. Available in 12oz 6packs, the 4.3% light lager boasts just 95 calories and 2.5g carbs per can.

Named after the Chair 2 lifeguard chair on Narragansett Beach (the surfers hit the water nearby), the beer’s branding showcases a retro, surf vibe. The packaging coupled with the style of beer tells us this year-round offering will make sure summer never seems to end. “We’re really excited about this style and flavor,” said Bryan Ricard, Chair 2 Marketing Director. “There are a lot of Rhode Islanders taking advantage of all the beautiful outdoors this state has to offer – whether it’s surfing, hiking, kayaking, cycling, paddleboarding, snowboarding, you name it. Chair 2 is a clean, refreshing beer for those who just want to be out there.” 

A clean and easy-drinking beer might be a refreshing change of pace for an industry that’s been inundated with options. “This beer is definitely for anyone who’s tired of the heavy double IPAs, the hazy New England IPAs or the super fruity sours,” President and Founder, Mike Reppucci, explained. “Don’t get me wrong, those beer styles can be truly amazing, but sometimes you just want to kick back with a traditional, light and crushable beer.” Chair 2 Light Lager is consistent with other light beers in regards to alcohol by volume, calories and carbs, but the team at Chair 2 made sure the flavor was on point. “It has character, for sure,” Reppucci proclaimed with said beer in hand.

The beer is brewed and packaged at Isle Brewers Guild (IBG) in Pawtucket, RI. “It’s not something we currently have the capacity to brew and package in-house ourselves,” Mike explained, “but it was important for us to keep this in Rhode Island and Isle has been an excellent partner.” IBG works with many well-established brands such as Narragansett and Night Shift.

Distribution of Chair 2 Light Lager has started and will be in Rhode Island liquor stores for Memorial Day weekend; SRP of $8.99 per 6-pack. The beer will also be available on tap in Rhode Island bars and restaurants starting in June. Participating locations can be found at  https://www.chair2.com/chair-2-beer-finder


Cafe Serving Local Food to Benefit Underserved Teens Reopens June 1

Farm Fresh Rhode Island is excited to announce the reopening of its Harvest Kitchen Cafe in downtown Pawtucket after nearly a year of closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Beginning June 1, the cafe will be open for take-out or in-cafe dining weekdays 10am-3pm, with a new menu packed with options for a variety of dietary needs including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free. The fare includes sandwiches made on house-baked breads, salads featuring freshly made Narragansett Creamery cheeses, New Harvest Coffee Roasters cold brew, from-scratch falafel, house-made vegan carrot bacon, plus house-made soups and sweets that rotate daily. 

More than simply a cafe, Harvest Kitchen supports the local community by providing a welcoming environment with a nutritious menu in an urban neighborhood with limited options for fresh, locally sourced foods. Behind the scenes at the cafe is the Harvest Kitchen processing kitchen and culinary job training program for underserved teens — providing processing for local farms (think apples to applesauce) and hands-on learning in kitchen and life skills as well as internship/job placement assistance upon graduation for teens involved with the RI Department of Children, Youth, and Families.

“The past year has allowed our team to focus more fully on the youth in our culinary training program and the production of our retail items,” explained Sean Kontos, Harvest Kitchen Program Director. “Though our youth work on our retail line year-round for sale via the Market Mobile local food delivery service and at local farmers markets, they can’t wait to learn about the restaurant aspect of Harvest Kitchen by assisting in the cafe.” 

Harvest Kitchen is also available to cater events: lunch, dinner, passed appetizers, and more. Choosing Harvest Kitchen—whether for catering, at the cafe, or at a farmers market—means supporting local farmers and food producers, as well as youth empowerment and involvement in the local food system. 

The crew at Harvest Kitchen is excited to welcome new and returning customers starting June 1. For the protection of its youth program and staff, Harvest Kitchen will continue to require masks for all patrons when not seated at a table.


RIBG Breweries Craft Beer Hours and Procedures as of May 21, 2021

Note: This list is subject to change. Please consult social media accounts, websites, or contact the individual breweries to confirm their procedures, & hours. Indoor/Outdoor seating available at designated breweries and  brewpubs.

Apponaug Brewing Co, 334 Knight St., Warwick 401-681-4321 www.ApponaugBrewing.com   

Indoor/Outdoor seating available (brewpub) Large Outdoor Beer Garden, new Outdoor patio, both overlooking the Pawtuxet River. Can and Growler sales (available for pre-order on line, through the website) Food available for on site consumption or take out, as well.  NO RESERVATIONS. All seating is first come, first served.

Hours:
Monday – Tuesday:  Closed
Wednesday & Thursday 4-10 p.m.
Friday: 4-11 p.m.
Saturday: Noon-11 p.m.
Sunday noon-8 p.m.
Dog and Kid Friendly

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Beer on Earth, 425 West Fountain St. #104, Providence, beeronearth.com (http://beeronearth.com)   (Outdoor seating available Wednesday to Sunday)

Online ordering for curbside pickup is preferred via our website. Also offering streamlined taproom sales for the in-person ordering of cans, merchandise and gift cards to go. Outdoor seating now open Wed-Sun, RESERVATIONS NOT REQUIRED See the website for more info.

Hours:

Wednesday 3-6 p.m.   Outdoor seating, or to go orders
Thursday 3-7 p.m.       Outdoor seating, or to go orders
Friday 3-8 p.m.            Outdoor seating, or to go orders
Saturday noon-8 p.m.  Outdoor seating, or to go orders
Sunday noon-5 p.m.     Outdoor seating, or to go orders
CLOSED:  Monday and Tuesday
Dog and kid friendly

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Bravo Brewing, 75 Pascoag Main St., Pascoag, 401-710-4242, http://www.bravobrewingcompany.com/

 (Indoor/Outdoor seating now available) Reservations Not Required

Hours:
Thursday     5-9 p.m.
Friday          2-9 p.m. 
Saturday     12-9 p.m.
Sunday        12-4 p.m.

Bravo Brewing Company is open for indoor and outdoor seating featuring draft pours as well as howlers to go. Also offering non-alcoholic craft sodas and pretzels.

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Buttonwoods Brewery, 530 Wellington Ave., Cranston, (http://www.buttonwoodsbrewery.com)  Indoor/outdoor seating now available.

Buttonwoods has a new (indoor) Tasting room, as well as outdoor Patio seating and Pick-up hours for beer to go.  The Brewery will be updating their hours as of June 1st to what is listed below:

Hours are as follows, beginning June 1st: 

Monday:   CLOSED
Tuesday – Friday: Tasting Room and Pick-ups 3 pm to 9 pm
Saturday:   Tasting Room, Patio and Pick-ups – 1 pm to 9 pm
Sunday:      Tasting Room,, Patio and Pick-ups – 1 pm to 6 pm

Reservations are not required, but they are recommended.
http://www.buttonwoodsbrewery.com/#reservations

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Coddington Brewing Co., 210 Coddington Hwy., Middletown (http://www.coddbrew.com)  Indoor seating available (brewpub) Outdoor seating is now open.  Reservations are not required, but they do accept them.

HOURS:  Open at 11:00 a.m. Sunday to Saturday
Sunday to Thursday, close at 10 p.m. (Kitchen closes at 9 p.m.)
Friday – Saturday, close at 11 p.m. (Kitchen closes at 10 p.m.)
Lunch and Dinner served 7 days a week!
See website for beer list, or call (401) 847-6690 

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Crooked Current,  560 Mineral Spring Ave., Pawtucket, 401-473-8312, (http://www.crookedcurrentbrewery.com) Indoor/outdoor seating is now available.

 Crooked Current is pleased to announce they have beer on tap (pours) again as well as beer to go.  Please call ahead at 401-473-8312 to request curbside delivery. RESERVATIONS ARE NOT REQUIRED

Hours:

Thursday 5-8 p.m.

Friday 5-8 p.m.

Saturday 1-5 p.m.

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Foolproof Brewing Co.,  241 Grotto Ave., Pawtucket, 

401-721-5970, (http://www.foolproofbrewing.com) 

Newly expanded indoor/outdoor seating returns Friday, May 28th

Starting Friday, May 28th, the Taproom will be open for tours, tastings, beer to go, flights and full pours.  Monday-Tuesday 12 – 4 pm (cans to go only); Wednesday through Saturday, 12 to 9 pm; Sunday, 12 – 6 pm.  The newly expanded taproom includes 20 different beers on tap, indoor seating for 45 patrons and an additional 20 outside seats around space heaters. NO RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.  Dog and kid friendly

Curbside and newly added beer fridge provides beer to go 7 days a week.  Online sales are available at www.foolproofbrewng.com Stay tuned for weekly new releases, kickoff parties and a new Mug Club.

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Generals Crossing,  34 Narragansett Ave., Jamestown, 401-524-9359 (http://www.generalscrossing.com) Indoor/outdoor seating now available. RESERVATIONS NOT REQUIRED

HOURS:

Mon, Wed, Thurs& Fri  4 pm – 8pm
Sat & Sun                         2 pm – 8pm
CLOSED TUESDAYS
Kid friendly, and dog friendly.  It’s okay to bring food with you, as well.  There are several good choices for food in walking distance from the brewery.

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Grey Sail Brewing of RI, 63 Canal St., Westerly, 401-315-2533, (http://www.greysailbrewing.com)  Indoor and outdoor (Beer Garden) seating available Wednesday – Sunday.

Hours of Outside Operation                    

Monday:     Beer to go only     12-6 pm
Tuesday:     Beer to go only     12-6 pm
Wednesday Tap Room and Beer to go        3-8 pm
Thursday    Tap Room and Beer to go        12-8 pm
Friday         Tap Room and Beer to go        12-8 pm
Saturday     Tap Room and Beer to go        12-8 pm
Sunday       Tap Room and Beer to go        12-6 pm

RESERVATIONS NOT REQUIRED
Customers are welcome to order ahead for quick pickup

https://grey-sail-brewing-company-llc.square.site/

Tap room and Beer Garden: Reservations for large groups accepted. To make a reservation, call 401-596-4151

Dog friendly and Kid friendly

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Linesider Brewing Co.,  1485 South County Trail, Suite #201, East Greenwich, 401-398-7700 (http://linesiderbrewing.com)   See Instagram for info on seating.

Open for cans, howlers and growlers, as well as pours and tastings. As of May 21st, RI’s guidelines allow us to seat 100% of our capacity both indoors and outdoors.  Social distancing reduced to 3 ft (from 6 ft).  RESERVATIONS NOT REQUIRED.

Hours:       Thursday 4 – 9 p.m.
Friday 12 – 9 p.m.
Saturday 2 – 9 p.m.
Sunday 12 – 6 p.m.

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Long Live Beerworks, 40R Sprague St, Providence 02907  (401) 213-9830 info@longlivebeerworks.com    Indoor and outdoor seating now available

Reservations Encouraged:

https://www.exploretock.com/longlivebeerworks/

We’re offering three taproom experiences:

Outdoor Patio
Indoor Taproom – Ground Level
Indoor Taproom – Mezzanine level (up one flight of stairs)
Be sure to select your preference when booking with us!

For day-of reservations: if you do not see an opening, we recommend joining the wait list and noting your time preference, and we’ll do our best to contact you if something opens up. You may also call in during open hours to see if we have an extra spot: (401) 213-9830.

Interested in food? Check our social media pages for updates! You are welcome to bring your own snacks, as well.

Long Live Beerworks is also open for beer-to-go

Kid friendly – Yes     Dog friendly – Outdoor patio only

Hours (subject to change):
Mon, Wed, Thurs: 3–8 pm
Fri: 3-9 pm 
Sat: 12-9 pm
Sun: 12-5 pm  (Closed Tuesday)

Preorder beer to go:

https://long-live-beerworks.square.site/

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Lost Valley Pizza, 50 Sims Ave, Providence, www.lostvalleypizza.com
Revival Foodworks & Brewery dba Lost Valley Pizza and Brewery
NO RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

HOURS:  Friday 5 pm – 10 pm
Sat & Sun 12 pm – 5 pm
Please continue to follow us on social media for expanded hours and days as business allows.  We are kids/family friendly and dog friendly

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Lops Brewing, 122 North Main St., Woonsocket Indoor and Outdoor seating available

Open seven days a week for both indoor and outdoor seating, NO RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.  A selection of 32 oz crowlers and 12/16 oz 4-packs are available to go in the tasting room or through online order at www.lopsbrewing.com/shop

Follow us @lopsbrewing for up to date event listings.

Hours:

Monday – Thursday:    4 – 8 p.m.

Friday & Saturday      Noon – 9 p.m.

Sunday                        Noon – 6 p.m

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Moniker Brewery, 432 West Fountain St, Providence 02903 (401) 648-0150
Indoor and Outdoor seating available.  Reservations required – see website. 

HOURS:    Wednesday – Thursday        5:00 – 9:00 pm
Friday                                   4:00 – 10:00pm
Saturday                               12:00 – 10:00 pm
Sunday                                 12:00 – 6:00 pm

On the website, you may order beer for pick up at the brewery and make a reservation.
Or call ahead at (401) 648-0150   https://www.monikerbrewery.com/

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Newport Craft Brewing and Distilling, 293 JT Connell Hwy., Newport  401-849-5232  https://newportcraft.com/    

Indoor (Taproom) and Outdoor (Pavilion) available 7 days per week beginning June.  May hours are below:

NOTE: The Outdoor Pavilion opened Saturday, May 1st  
Scheduled for weekends in May as well as warm & sunny weekdays. 

Taproom Hours – Sun– Thu, 12 – 7 pm; Fri – Sat 12 – 8 pm

Beginning in June, Pavilion and Taproom will open Sun – Thu 12-8 pm & Fri – Sat from 12 – 10 pm

Food and music vendors will be listed on the Newport Craft website on the event calendar.  Kids are allowed in both Taproom and Pavilion.  Leashed and well behaved dogs are allowed in the Pavilion only.

Reservations for parties of 8-24 can be made by emailing events@newportcraft.com beginning May 15th.  All other parties will be on a first come, first served basis.

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Origin Beer Project, 530 Wellington Ave., Cranston, 02910 www.originbeerproject.com

Origin Beer Project is new since last summer, in space shared with Buttonwoods Brewery.  Outdoor seating is available on weekends, and there is plenty of parking to the rear of the building.  Online pre ordering or walkup ordering for Fri – Sat – Sun pickup.  RESERVATIONS ENCOURAGED BUT NOT REQUIRED.

HOURS:

Friday:       3 pm – 6 pm (To-go beer only on Fridays)
Saturday:   1 pm – 6 pm  (Outdoor seating and to-go-beer)
Sunday:      1 pm – 6 pm  (Outdoor seating and to-go-beer)

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Proclamation Ale Co.,  298 Kilvert St., Warwick, proclamationaleco.com

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY!  Indoor/outdoor seating is now available.

We have re-opened for on-premise pours! We offer a number of both indoor and outdoor seating options. Our taproom is large and spacious with high ceilings. Come by and enjoy a beer! Follow us on social media to see what food trucks we have scheduled. You’re also welcome to bring your own snacks.

OUR HOURS:  (Closed Mondays)

Tuesday – Wednesday   3:00 – 8:00 pm  (To Go only – no seating/pours)

Thursday                         3:00 – 8:00 pm      (To Go and Pours)

Friday – Saturday             Noon – 10:00 pm  (To Go and Pours)

Sunday                            11 am – 6 pm   (To Go and Pours)

Reservations are available online for 2-weeks at a time beginning every Monday at approx. 9am.They are for 90 minutes at a time, with the 8:45 pm reservations for just 75 minutes (in order to close by 10:00 pm)  Click on the link below to request your reservation date and time.

https://www.exploretock.com/proclamationalecompany

Half of the seats are available through Reservations, and half are for walk-ins.  There are a total of 20 + areas to sit indoors (including high tops, tables, couches, barrels and drink rails) accommodating up to 8 people at large tables.  Picnic tables and barrels with stools are set up outdoors, as well, when weather permits. 

Online pre-orders are still available and Walk-in To Go purchases are welcome

Dog Friendly?  Outdoors only                   Kid Friendly?  Yes

Plenty of free parking.  Note:  The building faces Jefferson Blvd (across from the airport parking garage, but the Proclamation entrance is around the corner at 298 Kilvert Street, Warwick, RI

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Providence Brewing Company, 10 Sims Ave, Providence, 401-424-1817, http://pvdbc.com      PVDBC is moving to a new location in Providence, and expects to open later this summer.  Watch their website and social media for the Opening!

They will be in the Farm Fresh RI building, home to the Providence Flea and numerous other companies.  

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Ragged Island Brewing,  54 Bristol Ferry Rd, Portsmouth, raggedislandbrewing.com  Outdoor seating available at the Farm. 

Reservations are not required. Outdoor hours at the Farm Brewery may change after Memorial Day.

https://brewery-108864.square.site/ for pre-orders.  To go only from the 200 High Point Ave Taproom.

Check social media accounts for updates, Facebook in particular.

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Ravenous Brewing Company, 10 Industrial Rd., Cumberland, 401-216-5331, ravenousbrewing.com      Indoor and Outdoor seating available 

Ravenous will be opening the outdoor patio area by Memorial Day 2021.  Reservations will no longer be required, but they are strongly recommended.  Children and pets are not allowed indoors.  Order online through their website, where you will also find a beer list and other helpful information!  Our new Cumberland location is much larger, and you’re sure to enjoy your visit.

Curbside purchases:        Available during regular business hours.          

Taproom Visit Hours: (Reservation recommended)
Wednesday-Thursday: 4-9 p.m.
Friday-Saturday: Noon – 10 pm
Sunday: Noon – 6 pm

                                   Reservations:         https://www.ravenousbrewing.com/reservations

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Rejects Beer Company, 124 Aquidneck Ave., Middletown, RI (401) 619-8200
www.Rejectsbeerco.com  Indoor and outdoor seating available

HOURS:    Closed Monday
Tue, Wed & Thurs       4 – 8 pm
Friday                          3 – 9 pm
Saturday                      12 – 9 pm
Sunday                        12 – 7 pm

Curbside pickup available  – Buy Online

Rejects is Dog and Kid Friendly, Reservations not required.

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Shaidzon Beer Company, 141 Fairgrounds Rd., West Kingston, shaidzonbeer.com

 Online Ordering: Active 24/7 via https://www.shaidzonbeer.com/online-marketplace

Hours:
Monday & Tuesday – Closed
Wed – Pickups 4 – 8 pm
Thu  – Pickups 4-8 pm; Beer Garden 4-8 pm
Fri – Pickups 3-9 pm; Beer Garden 3-9 pm
Sat – Pickups 12-8 pm; Beer Garden 12-8 pm
Sun – Pickups 12-5 pm; Beer Garden 12-5 pm
Weather permitting for Shaidzon Beer Garden – follow social media for day-of updates.

Tables: First come, first served. RESERVATIONS NOT REQUIRED We have over 20 tables spread out over 6,000 square feet of outdoor space. 

Mask Wearing: Until RI state rules say otherwise for restaurants/breweries, masks must be worn when away from your table. 

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Six Pack Brewing, 87 Gooding Ave, Bristol, RI 401-200-8592, www.6packbrewing.com

One of the newest breweries in the RI Brewers Guild, 6 pack has a dog theme (the 6 pack is the dogs, not the beers!) with both indoor and outdoor seating available  

Hours: (These take effect June 1st.)
Wed  4 – 8 pm                            (Closed on Wed from now til June 1st)
Thurs & Fri  4 – 8 pm                     (5 – 8 pm now til June 1st)
Saturday   2 – 9 pm                        (Same hours now and in June)
Sunday      1 – 6 pm                         (1 – 5 pm now til June 1st)

Reservations are not required                 Both Dog and Kid friendly

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Smug Brewing, 100 Carver St., Pawtucket, 401-642-5701, smugbrewing.com


Indoor seating now available. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

HOURS:    Monday-Tuesday CLOSED
Wednesday          1 – 6 pm      Pickup beer only, to-go
Thurs – Friday      3 – 9 pm     Both Pickup and Tasting (Tap Room)
Saturday              1 – 10 pm   Both Pickup and Tasting (Tap Room)

See the website for info on pre-ordering and pre-paying for beer to pick up.  Also, request a reservation, find out about events, see a list of beers, meet the Smug staff, and more.

Reservations required.  Flights, pours and to-go beer are available at the brewery.
https://www.exploretock.com/smugbrewing

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Taproot Brewing Co., 909 East Main Rd., Middletown, 401-848-5161, taprootbeer.com

Newport Vineyards and Taproot Brewing Co. are open for indoor & outdoor seating for pints, flights, wine, and a full dining menu all day. Reservations in advance are strongly encouraged, walk-ins accepted upon availability. Please visit website for reservation details. The Marketplace is also open for retail purchases daily – stop in or pre-order on website.

HOURS:  
Monday through Thursday       11am – 6 pm
Friday & Saturday                    11am – 8 pm
Sunday:                                  11am – 6 pm

Last reservation is one hour prior to close.
www.taprootbeer.com
To pre-order beers to pickup: www.newportvineyards.com/pre-order/

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Tilted Barn Brewery, 1 Helmsley Pl., Exeter, 401-500-6765, tiltedbarnbrewery.com

Indoor/outdoor seating available

Beginning May 21st weekend, Tilted Barn will end the Reservation requirements for indoor and outdoor seating.  RI Dept of Health and DBR are relaxing the guidelines for breweries and restaurants, and seating will once again be first come, first served.

Tilted Barn’s takeout window is open for cans to-go via walkup or online preorders at tiltedbarn.square.site

Hours:       Thursday, Friday & Saturday  –  Noon to 8 pm
Sunday  –  Noon to 5 pm 

Tilted Barn is kid friendly but does not allow dogs or other pets on the premises.  Food trucks will be on site most weekends, but please check Tilted Barn’s social media to view the Food truck schedule.  Guests are welcome to bring their own food.  Please carry out what is carried in.

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Trinity Brewhouse, 186 Fountain St., Providence, 401-453-2337, trinitybrewhouse.com

Hours of Operation          Indoor and Outdoor seating available    RESERVATIONS ARE NOT REQUIRED.

Sunday to Thursday       12:00 noon to 10:00 pm  (kitchen closes at 9:00 pm)
Friday & Saturday          12:00 noon to 12:00 am  (kitchen closes at 11:00 pm)

We offer indoor seating in the dining room area, in the pub, at the bar and we have a new outdoor deck expansion with awnings and vinyl separating sections.  (Dogs are welcome on the outdoor deck, only)  We also have a BeerGarden down the street by the skating rink with weekly comedy nights and other events.  Check www.trinitybeergarden.com or follow on FB or Instagram.  Check out the Brewpub menu and beers at www.trinitybrewhouse.com

(Note:  Trinity is a licensed brewpub, so they sell food and beer as well as wine and spirits)
Cans to go are available during RI State liquor store hours.

This summer, Trinity will be working all of the @pvdfoodtruck events, find that information on Face Book and Instagram, as well..

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Twelve Guns Brewing,  549 Metacom Ave., Bristol, twelvegunsbrewing.com

Indoor/outdoor seating now available.

HOURS:
Wed – Thurs       4 – 8 pm
Friday                  2 -10 pm
Saturday             12 – 10 pm
Sunday                12 -8 pm
Closed Monday and Tuesday

Reservations not required. You can still pre-order on line here:   https://app.upserve.com/s/twelve-guns-brewing-north-providence

We are first come, first served with indoor and outdoor patio seating.  Seating will be adjusted to capacity as the State allows over the next few weeks.

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Union Station Brewery, 36 Exchange Terrace, Providence,

 Website  unionstationpvd.com  or (401) 274-2739
Reservations:  https://www.unionstationpvd.com/reservations

Indoor/outdoor seating available. USB is a brewpub,, see website for menu.
Reservations available but not required   Reserve a table here

HOURS:     Monday to Thursday, 11:30 am to 11:00 pm (kitchen closes at 9 pm)
Friday & Saturday 11:30 to 12 am (midnight) (kitchen closes at 10 pm)
Sunday, 11:30 am to 11 pm   (kitchen closes at 10 pm)

Kid Friendly, and Dog Friendly in the outdoor Patio only (weather permitting)

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West Passage Brewing, 7835 Post Road, North Kingstown, RI  02852,  https://westpassagebrewing.com/

West Passage brewpub is soon to open in Wickford, just south of Quonset and just north of the Wickford State Police Barracks. They are planning a Wednesday, June 9th opening. Watch social media (website, Instagram and Face Book) for the announcement.  

Hours:
Wed – Thurs 3:00 – 10:30 pm (Full Kitchen menu until 10:00 pm)
Fri – 3:00 – 12 midnight (Full kitchen menu to 9:30 pm/Late night menu to 11:30 pm)
Saturday – 11 – 12 am (Lunch menu to 3 pm/Full menu to 9:30 pm/Late night menu 10 pm)
Sunday – 11:00 am to 10:30 pm (Lunch to 3 pm/Full menu to 9:30 pm/Late night 10 pm)

RESERVATIONS NOT REQUIRED, but there will be an onsite/online waitlist.

Kid Friendly, pets not allowed.

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Whalers Brewing Co., 1174 Kingstown Rd., Wakefield, 401-552-0002, whalers.com

Open regular hours for retail can sales and new howler fills. Taproom open for indoor seating (see guidelines below). 

Hours:
Monday – CLOSED
Tuesday 4-10 p.m.
Wednesday 4-10 p.m.
Thursday 4-10 p.m.
Friday 1-10 p.m.
Saturday 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.
Sunday 11:30 a.m.-7 p.m.

Reservations not required, but recommended for groups larger than 8 – follow the prompt on the website to request a reservation.  https://whalers.com/party
Please make reservations at least a week in advance.  Very limited space for larger groups, so first come, first served.  Children not allowed for reservations.

Dog friendly and kid friendly (except for reservations)

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Norey’s Star, 156 Broadway, Newport 02840, 401-847-4971. www.noreys.com
info@noreys.com   Call 847-4971 for takeout.

HOURS:
Tuesday to Saturday, 4:00 pm to closing; Sunday, 10:30 am Brunch to closing
Closed Mondays

Norey’s is an award winning restaurant and brewpub with outstanding beers to choose from.

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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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News Bites: Red Stripe Names GM of Providence / Rhode Island Restaurateur Named to Executive Committee of NRA / Narragansett Creamery Awarded Silver Medal

by David Dadekian May 9, 2019
written by David Dadekian

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Red Stripe Restaurants Names Kari Carreiro General Manager

Attleboro Resident brings over 20 Years of Leadership Experience to Providence Location

Kari Carreiro
Kari Carreiro

Red Stripe restaurants, located at 465 Angell Street in Providence and 455 Main Street in East Greenwich, are pleased to announce that Kari Carreiro has joined its Providence location as general manager. In her new role, Carreiro will oversee the day-to-day operations and work alongside AGM Mike Merluzzo, Chef de Cuisine Mike Lindenlauf, and the rest of the service and culinary teams of the restaurant.  

Carreiro brings 23 years of hospitality and retail experience to her new position.  Most recently, Kari served as a general manager for the creative scratch kitchen concept, Not Your Average Joes, where she was responsible for the day-to-day operations of the restaurant, including hiring and training of staff and guest relations. Additionally, she has served as manager for Back Bay Restaurants and The Stockyard Restaurant in Boston. Kari also holds numerous nationally-recognized service industry certifications. 

“We are thrilled to welcome Kari to our team,” said Jim Brosseau, Director of Restaurant Operations, Encore Hospitality Group. “She has earned great experience from some top-tier establishments, and this knowledge is a true asset to our organization. We look forward to working with Kari to further elevate the guest experience in Providence.”

A graduate of the Massachusetts College of Art, Carreiro currently resides in Attleboro, MA.


First Rhode Island Restaurateur Named to Executive Committee of National Restaurant Association

Brian Casey of Oak Hill Tavern & Company Picnic Company to become Chairman in 2021

Brian Casey
Brian Casey

Brian Casey, president and owner of the Oak Hill Tavern and the Company Picnic Company, both located in North Kingstown, Rhode Island, has been named the 2019 treasurer of the National Restaurant Association (NRA), and is set to become chairman of the NRA in 2021. The North Kingstown resident is the first Rhode Islander to be appointed to the NRA Executive Committee in its 100-year history.

The lifelong Rhode Island resident and Rhode Island College graduate has served as a two-term chairman of the Rhode Island Hospitality Association’s (RIHA) board of directors in 2006 and 2007. In 2008, he was named “Caterer of the Year” by RIHA at its annual meeting and “Stars of the Industry” awards ceremony. In 2013, he was also named RIHA’s “Restaurateur of the Year.” 

“We could not be prouder of Brian regarding his appointment to the NRA Executive Committee,” said Dale J. Venturini, President/CEO, RIHA. “To have a local restaurant owner, steadfast industry advocate and entrepreneur on the NRA Executive Committee is truly indicative of the excellence of the hospitality industry in Rhode Island.  We may be the smallest state in the Union, but thanks to the leadership of Brian and others like him, our voice is one of the strongest.”

The National Restaurant Association aims to lead America’s restaurant industry towards prosperity, prominence, and participation to enhance the quality of life for all that they serve. The NRA plans to build influences, build workforces, train and certify, and set goals to achieve – goals which Brian Casey is sure to tackle head-on. 

“I am extremely honored to represent the hospitality industry in Rhode Island as the newly-appointed treasurer of the NRA Executive Committee,” said Brian Casey. “As a lifelong resident of the state, I recognize how fortunate I am to be given this amazing opportunity, and I very much look forward to the challenge ahead.”


Narragansett Creamery Awarded a Silver Medal for its Burrata Cheese at the United States Championship Cheese

2016 Eat Drink RI Festival Grand Tasting, in foreground Narragansett Creamery table with co-owner Mark Federico. Photo by Stacey Doyle Photography
2016 Eat Drink RI Festival Grand Tasting, in foreground Narragansett Creamery table with co-owner Mark Federico. Photo by Stacey Doyle Photography

Narragansett Creamery was awarded a Silver Medal for its Burrata  Cheese at the United States Championship Cheese Contest held March 5-7, 2019.

Each Narragansett Creamery Burrata is made by hand. Mozzarella is stretched to form a pocket where it is then hand-filled with Stracciatella, a mixture of “torn” mozzarella (Stracciare – to tear apart) cream, and a trace of salt.

This year, the U S Wisconsin Cheese Contest received 2,555 entries in 116 different categories from 35 states.

“We are honored to win this award in the Burrata category and to be included with such an outstanding group of dedicated and creative cheese makers,” said Mark Federico, owner and co-founder of Narragansett Creamery.

Launched in 2007 by Federico, his wife Pattie, son Mark Jr., and local food advocate Louella Hill, Narragansett Creamery is a family owned creamery based in Providence that uses milk from nearby New England farms to make its artisanal cheeses and yogurts.

“We thank our local farmers who supply us with excellent quality milk which enables us to create award-willing cheeses,” Federico said.

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