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News Bites: Sons of Liberty Wins American Craft Producer of the Year / RI Quahog Week Kicks Off March 20th / Jo’s American Bistro Wins Newport Burger Bender

by David Dadekian March 18, 2017
written by David Dadekian

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Sons of Liberty Named American Craft Producer of the Year at Whisky Magazine’s 2017 Icons of Whisky Awards

Rhode Island Craft Distillery Garners Top National Honors from Global Whisky Industry’s Most Prestigious Insider Awards Program

Whisky Magazine's Icons of Whisky Award

Sons of Liberty Beer & Spirits Co. was named American Craft Producer of the Year, last night, February 28th, at Whisky Magazine’s 2017 Icons of Whisky awards, presented in New York City at the Brandy Library. Sons of Liberty also took home several individual product awards with America’s Best Flavored Whiskey for its Gala Apple Seasonal Release and two Gold Medals in the American Single Malt category for its UPRISING and Battle Cry whiskies.

Judged exclusively by an editorial panel of decorated industry insiders, Whisky Magazine’s annual Icons of Whisky celebrates the finest companies and individuals in the whisky industry, with regional winners advancing to the global round.

“To say we’re ecstatic is an understatement. With more than 1,200 distilleries currently operating in the U.S. it is an incredible honor to be named an Icon of Whisky for 2017,” said Sons of Liberty Founder, Mike Reppucci. “Since day one we have strived to redefine American Spirits and the support we have received from the local community over the years has been invaluable in putting Sons of Liberty in the conversation with the world’s finest distilleries.”

No stranger to individual product recognition from Whisky Magazine in years past, Sons of Liberty has taken home World’s Best Flavored Whiskey (2014) for its Pumpkin Spice Seasonal Release, North America’s Best Flavored Whiskey (2015) for its Hop Flavored Seasonal Release and a Gold Medal (2016) for its Battle Cry Single Malt Whiskey, and now looks to capture the Global Craft Producer of the Year title won by Seattle WA’s Westland Distillery in 2016.

“It all starts with beer,” says Reppucci. “We craft our spirits from distinct styles of beer brewed on-site and those unique flavors carried through the distillation process have established our identity in redefining American craft spirits. Whiskey, specifically, is a very traditional industry, but you won’t find very much traditional with us. Now that we hold our brewer’s license, the goal is to offer the beers in our tasting room and give everyone the opportunity to taste the originating beer alongside the resulting spirit. A truly unique experience that we are very proud to have underway.”.

New England’s most awarded distillery with 75+ awards in blind tasting competitions since 2012, Sons of Liberty’s first product release was its signature, UPRISING Whiskey, born from a stout beer brewed by the team themselves. Sons of Liberty pushed the envelope one step further by introducing the first-ever, seasonal line of craft whiskies and since then has transitioned its beer-into-spirit methodology to the gin category with its True Born Gin. Recently acquiring its brewer’s license and expanding the distillery to feature a full bar and tasting room, Sons of Liberty is now serving and bottling the flavorful craft beers responsible for the distillery’s award winning whiskies.


2nd Annual Rhode Island Quahog Week Kicks Off On Monday

Quahog Week March 20-25, 2017

Governor Raimondo—along with the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) and other partners—will kick off the 2nd Annual Rhode Island Quahog Week with a special launch event at Save The Bay in Providence on Monday. Quahog Week, running March 20 – 25, highlights the importance of Rhode Island’s wild shellfish harvest to the state’s history, traditions, and economy.

WHERE: Save The Bay
100 Save The Bay Drive
Providence, Rhode Island

WHEN: Monday, March 20, 2017
12 – 2 p.m.

WHO: Governor Gina Raimondo
Janet Coit, DEM Director
Loren Spears, Tomaquag Museum
Chef Chris Kleyla, Statesman Tavern
David Ghigliotty, RI Shellfishermen’s Association

At the launch event, local shellfishermen will compete in a quahog shucking contest and educate guests on their profession. Guests will also enjoy a raw bar and creative preparations of the quahog, courtesy of RI Shellfishermen’s Association, Nicks On Broadway, The Capital Grille, Statesman Tavern, and Matunuck Oyster Bar. Beverages will be provided by Rhode Island’s own Granny Squibb’s Ice Tea.

Rhode Island is known for its food and diverse food cultures. The state’s booming local food sector supports more than 60,000 jobs and continues to attract and inspire the imagination of entrepreneurs and innovators. The local fishing industry has been, and continues to be, a vital part of the equation. Last year, more than 100 million pounds of seafood arrived to a local port – with an export value over $1 billion. And more than 28 million quahogs (off-the-boat value of $5.5 million) were harvested from Narragansett Bay and local coastal waters. Quahogging has a rich history locally, supporting the livelihoods of hundreds of fishermen as well as serving as a treasured pastime for Rhode Island families.

As part of the week, participating restaurants and markets will feature quahog-inspired menu items and deals, and Quahog Week partners will hold special events, including a quahog-themed Eating with the Ecosystem School of Fish Workshop on March 20 and the Official Beer of the Clam Wrap Party on Saturday, March 25 at the new headquarters of Narragansett Beer at The Guild in Pawtucket.

Quahog Week partners include Blackstone Valley Tourism Council, Dave’s Marketplace, Discover Newport, Eat Drink RI, Eating with the Ecosystem, Go Providence, Granny Squibb’s Ice Tea, Iggy’s Doughboys & Chowder House, Isle Brewers Guild, Johnson & Wales University, Narragansett Bay Lobsters, Narragansett Beer, RI Commerce, RI Department of Environmental Management, RI Shellfishermen’s Association, Save The Bay, Tomaquag Museum, the University of Rhode Island, and Yacht Club Soda.

For more information on Quahog Week and participating venues, visit www.seafoodri.com. Follow us on Facebook @RISeafoodRocks and join the conversation using #QuahogWeek.


Jo’s American Bistro Wins Inaugural Newport Burger Bender

The restaurant’s all-beef patty wins the hearts and palates of casual diners and critics alike

Newport Burger Bender 2017

Limited to just 25 participants, the Newport Burger Bender proved to be a savory success over its 10-day tenure with Jo’s American Bistro in Newport taking top honors. The “best burger” contest took place February 17 through February 26, 2017, in tandem with the Newport Winter Festival. Local chefs and restaurateurs were challenged to “bring the heat” by offering their best hamburger to diners who were encouraged to vote for their favorite. Burgers ranged from traditional beef patties to creative culinary delights.

“The secret is out: We have great burgers!” said Joann Carlson, owner of Jo’s American Bistro in Newport. “I especially want to thank my brilliant Chef, Brian Ruffner, for creating such a tasty and messy burger.”

A Critic’s Choice category was also presented with Gail Ciampa from the Providence Journal and providencejournal.com naming three Critic’s Choice winners: Midtown Oyster Bar, Pour Judgement and Jo’s American Bistro.

“It was a tough choice,” admits Ciampa. “The fried oysters in the Oyster Bar Burger were amazing and Pour Judgement’s burger was a perfect bargain. But the bacon onion jam burger at Jo’s—so messy to eat, just like a good burger should be, was sweet and salty with bacon onion jam and spicy with siracha sauce, and then a wave of creamy cheese, too.” Ciampa paired Jo’s burger with Rhode Island’s own Foolproof beer. “What a delicious idea for a dining promotion. The Burger Bender put the spotlight on the All-American burger. But the choices were anything but ordinary as the chefs built their burgers with fabulous flavors and sauces. Long live the burger.”

The next big culinary extravaganza gourmands should mark on the calendar is Newport Restaurant Week, which will take place March 27 through April 7, 2017. For more information, visit www.DiscoverNewportRestaurantWeek.org.

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News Bites: Newport Restaurant Week 2015, Hemenway’s 30th Anniversary, Fatulli’s Bakery & Deli Re-Opens

by David Dadekian March 12, 2015
written by David Dadekian

Newport Restaurant Week 2015Current news releases—Eat Drink RI is not the source for these items—please follow any links for more information.

Celebrate the Arrival of Spring During Newport Restaurant Week

More than 50 restaurants throughout Newport and Bristol counties will participate in the bi-annual event.

Say goodbye to southern New England’s snowiest five-week stretch on record by welcoming in the flavors of a new season. Newport Restaurant Week kicks off on the first day of spring, March 20, and continues through March 29, marking nine days of extraordinary three-course prix fixe lunch menus for $16 and three-course prix fixe dinner offerings for $35.

“After a long winter, Newport Restaurant Week is the perfect opportunity for folks to come out of hibernation and experience the amazing culinary world we have in our own backyard,” said Joe Simone whose restaurant, Simone’s, opened in Warren this past fall. “We are thrilled to participate and excited to give new friends and old a taste of our Mediterranean style of cooking with a local twist.”

Restaurants throughout Newport and Bristol counties continue to post their finely tuned menus on DiscoverNewportRestaurantWeek.org in anticipation of the event. “It’s been a challenging few months for our restaurant industry, that’s for sure,” said Evan Smith, President and CEO of Discover Newport. “Newport Restaurant Week is the perfect cure for cabin fever and a chance to see what our local talent has been cooking up for the season ahead.”

Visit DiscoverNewportRestaurantWeek.org for additional information including food and wine related events, lodging packages and more. Our social networks will continue an up-to-the-minute conversation about the event and we encourage users to include #NPTRestaurantWeek for Newport Restaurant Week-related posts, images and Tweets to engage with other diners, restaurateurs and chefs.

 


Hemenway's 30th Anniversary Bottled Moxie Manhattan

Hemenway’s 30th Anniversary Bottled Moxie Manhattan

Hemenway’s Celebrates 30th Anniversary During the Month of April

Providence’s Premier Restaurant Offers Special Moxie Cocktail in Honor of Charles Hemenway

WHO: Hemenway’s Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar, part of the Newport Restaurant Group, is offering a unique and special cocktail for two in honor of their 30th anniversary.

WHAT: From April 16 through the end of the month, Hemenway’s, a Providence classic that boasts time-honored recipes and ocean-fresh seafood, is celebrating its 30th anniversary by offering a special Moxie Manhattan. This 30th Anniversary Bottled Moxie Manhattan is in honor of Charles Hemenway’s previous tenure as President of the Moxie Beverage Company. The refreshing cocktail serves two and is comprised of 3.5 oz Sons of Liberty Whiskey (South Kingstown, RI), 1 oz. Dry Vermouth, and 1.5 oz. Housemade Moxie Vermouth.

Charles Hemenway was a pioneer in entrepreneurial spirit with only a seventh-grade education. Destined for success, he became President of the Moxie Beverage Company, the New Haven Railroad, and the Varsity-Royale Record Company. This adventure-loving fellow with a passion for fishing and a knack for hospitality inspired his grandson, Edward P. Grace III, to found Hemenway’s. Charles’ spirit and enthusiasm still motivates the dedicated team to this day.

WHERE: Hemenway’s
121 South Main Street
Providence, RI 02903
401.351.8570
www.hemenwaysrestaurant.com

WHEN: 30th Anniversary Bottled Moxie Manhattan is available April 16 – April 30 on premise only. A photo and full recipe can be found here.

 


Fatulli’s Bakery & Deli Re-Opens as Part of Newport Vineyards Expansion

Now Open in Newly Renovated Space

Newport Vineyards is pleased to announce the addition of Fatulli’s Bakery & Deli to its family, as part of a multi-million dollar expansion to the winery. Remaining under the direction of Janet Fatulli and her team, the bakery and deli is now owned and operated by Newport Vineyards, and has reopened in their new space within the winery’s building. Nearly doubling in size, the new location boasts over 3500-square feet of indoor space, as well as 2000-square feet of outdoor seasonal seating, vaulted ceilings, views of the vineyard and a state of the art kitchen.

“We are very excited to welcome Fatulli’s to the Newport Vineyards family,” stated Newport Vineyards owner John Nunes. “Janet and her team have done a tremendous job developing their brand and creating a culinary destination for the local community and beyond. The team’s expertise will only enhance the wine and food experience of Newport Vineyards.”

Fatulli’s Bakery & Deli has become a stake in the local community, offering homemade soups, specialty salads, sandwiches, pies, pastries, cookies, as well as wedding cakes, prepared items, catering and more. Janet and her team will continue to serve the local community under the Newport Vineyards umbrella. The two businesses have been neighbors for 17 years.

In their 20th anniversary year, Newport Vineyards is completing a 30,000-square foot renovation and expansion. Phase one of the expansion has been completed and includes Fatulli’s Bakery & Deli’s new location, Brix Restaurant, a new fermentation tank room and barrel room, as well as an outdoor patio and seating. Slated for completion by the 2015 summer season, phase two of the renovation includes a new tasting room, three-season porch, second patio, marketplace and event venue.

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News Bites: American Heart Association’s National Eating Healthy Day, Newport Restaurant Week 2014, Thirst Boston Showcases Providence Bartenders

by David Dadekian November 5, 2014
written by David Dadekian

American Heart Association's National Eating Healthy Day Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2014

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American Heart Association serves up fruits and veggies on National Eating Healthy Day 11/5

National Eating Healthy Day is Wednesday, Nov. 5, and the American Heart Association wants people to listen the advice of generations of mothers: Eat your vegetables (and fruit).

Americans typically consume about half their recommended daily servings of fruits and vegetables. The American Heart Association recommends eating eight or more fruit and vegetable servings every day. For an average adult consuming 2,000 calories daily, that means about 4 ½ cups of fruits and vegetables a day.

“The link between diet and heart disease has been recognized for more than 50 years. The research shows three easy diet changes that reduce cardiovascular risk: Replace saturated fat (found in whole-fat dairy foods and beef and pork fat), with polyunsaturated and mono-unsaturated fat (found in nuts, safflower, corn, olive and canola oils ), increase intake of omega-3-fats (found in fatty fish), and increase intake of dark fruits and vegetables, and whole grain,” said Dr. Karen Aspry, Cardiologist and Member of the American Heart Association’s Rhode Island Board of Directors. “Evidence suggests these diet changes can improve blood lipids, blood pressure, blood glucose, and cause favorable changes in blood vessel walls that can keep us from heart attacks and strokes.”

While heart disease and stroke are leading causes of death and disability for all Americans, more than 80 percent of risk factors for heart disease and stroke are preventable through behaviors like making better food choices, getting regular exercise, keeping a healthy weight and not smoking.

In Rhode Island and Southeastern, Massachusetts, the American Heart Association is celebrating National Eating Healthy Day by inviting companies across the region to host educational “Lunch and Learn” sessions and distribute this year’s “Holiday Healthy Eating Guide” with tips on eating healthier throughout the holiday season.

Participating local companies represent more than 5,680 employees at: BankFive, Banneker, Baycoast Bank, Beacon Mutual, Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island, Cintas, Dassault Systemes, EA Dion, G Lopes, GTECH, Neighborhood Health Plan of RI, St Anne’s Credit Union, Raytheon and Taco Inc.

The American Heart Association is offering a free fruits and vegetable resource guide to help people incorporate more fruits and vegetables in their diet. For more information on National Eating Healthy Day, to download the free resource guide, or to find recipes and other nutrition information, visit www.heart.org/NationalEatingHealthyDay.

 


Newport Restaurant Week Returns This November

More than 50 restaurants throughout Newport and Bristol Counties to participate.

Newport Restaurant Week November 7-16, 2014

Newport Restaurant Week November 7-16, 2014

Gourmands and casual diners unite this November 7-16, 2014 during the 16th celebration of Newport Restaurant Week to savor three-course prix-fixe lunches for $16 and three-course prix-fixe dinners for $35.

The popular, bi-annual tradition throughout Newport and Bristol Counties inevitably invigorates the palates of frequent restaurant goers and occasional diners alike with dishes catering to the season’s harvest. This fall, more than 50 restaurants round out the robust roster including first-time participants Sardella’s Italian Restaurant and Caleb & Broad, both located in Newport; Portsmouth Publick House in Portsmouth and the newly opened Christian’s Wood Fired Grill in Bristol.

“Newport Restaurant Week falls during our second week of service, which is a perfect opportunity for the community to experience our menu,” says Christian Ferreira of Christian’s Wood Fired Grill. “Our wood fired grill is the focal point of the menu and sets us apart from the wide variety of exquisite cuisine in area.”

To get to know some local restaurants, chefs and food purveyors better, Discover Newport has introduced four new “Restaurant Stories” videos on DiscoverNewportRestaurantWeek.org. The culinary clips highlight the techniques, sources and tools our local talent counts on to craft the dishes that grace their Restaurant Week menus.

This year, Newport Restaurant Week culminates with newly revamped Taste of Newport benefiting Child & Family, the largest and most comprehensive social service provider in Newport. Marking its 30th anniversary, the event on Nov. 16 will offer guests two mouthwatering and diverse experiences: The Taste Experience, an extended cocktail party with tasting stations presented by some of the most talented chefs, restaurants, caterers, bakeries and confectionaries from across Newport County; and The Dine Experience, an elegant seated dining adventure with eight of the area’s acclaimed chefs pairing to produce a four-course meal paired with meticulously chosen wines from around the world.

Visit DiscoverNewportRestaurantWeek.org for updated participating restaurants and menus, and DiscoverNewport.org for more information about lodging packages. Visit our social networks for up-to-the-minute conversation about the event. We encourage users to include #NPTRW for Newport Restaurant Week-related posts, images and Tweets to engage with other diners, restaurateurs and chefs.

 


Thirst Boston Showcases Providence Bartenders

Ed. note: Saturday’s State Lines Pop-Up will feature bartenders from Providence’s Cook & Brown Public House, Aurora, The Eddy and The Grange. Sunday’s New England Craft Showcase will feature Rhode Island’s own Sons of Liberty Spirits Co.

Brandy Rand, co-founder of Thirst Boston, “State Lines is a Portland/Providence popup that features who we thought were four of the top cocktail bars in each city. We’ve asked them to recreate what they do in a little day bar for us, essentially a popup of their own bar, and they’ll be making the kind of cocktails that show what they do in their respective cities, but with one specific portoflio ingredient.”

Andrew Deitz, co-founder of Thirst Boston, “The New England Craft Showcase was designed to bring together the best craft distillers in New England – we have participants from CT, RI, VT, ME, MA. New England is revered as one of the top regions for craft distilling and brewing. Everyone across the country knows that the brands that come out of this area are exemplary.”

After a wildly successful, sold-out inaugural cocktail festival last year, Thirst Boston returns once again on November 7th-10th. Hosted by industry professionals and founders Brandy Rand, Andrew Deitz, and Maureen Hautaniemi, Thirst Boston will serve up three major parties, 24 seminars, and tastings over the course of four days where guests can join some of the biggest names in mixology from across the country, experience a variety of educational and fun forums, and celebrate cocktails during one all-out weekend extravaganza.

Select stand-out events include but are not limited to:

The Thing: Kick off Thirst Boston at the now-legendary 3rd annual “The Thing” gala. Held opening night, Friday, November 7th, at The Fairmont Copley Plaza, this black tie optional party will celebrate all things grande old Boston and feature incredible craft cocktails from some of the city’s best bartenders.

Portland-Providence Pop-Up: On Saturday, November 8th, bartenders from eight leading cocktail bars will be shaking up their best concoctions, showcasing what they’ve got up their sleeves back in their home cities of Providence, RI and Portland, ME. Held at The Fairmont Copley Plaza, guests will have the opportunity to meet and interact with great talent from nearby cities.

Roadhouse: This year, Thirst Boston introduces a brand new shindig for Saturday, November 8th. A raucous throwdown of Southern-style cocktails and cut-offs, BBQ and rockabilly, and more, this is sure to become a fan favorite.

New England Craft Showcase: On Sunday, November 9th, join the region’s top distillers and brewers for a three-hour tasting event at The Fairmont Copley Plaza. With 12 confirmed brands and more to come, guests can experience what’s being made right around the corner from their own backyards.

Blender Bender: The grand finale to this year’s Thirst Boston, the 2nd annual 1980s tiki party will take place at Chau Chow City in Chinatown on Sunday, November 9th. Twelve of the city’s top bartenders will battle it out for best blended beverage as voted on by guests.

Bartender Brunch: Join friends and industry professionals for one last hurrah. On Monday, November 10th, The Hawthorne will host a sendoff brunch for Thirst Boston’s participants and attendees alike.

This year, The Fairmont Copley Plaza will host a majority of Thirst Boston events and offer accommodations at a special attendee rate.

Additional information on seminars, special guests & appearances, and more will be available in the next month.

For more information about Thirst Boston, please visit http://www.thirstboston.com/, follow @ThirstBoston on Twitter, and become a Facebook fan https://www.facebook.com/ThirstBoston.

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