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A New Chapter for a Providence Landmark: The Patio on Broadway Team to Acquire Trinity Brewhouse
Trinity Brewhouse, Rhode Island’s original brewpub, will be acquired this summer by the team behind The Patio on Broadway, along with their family partners. All Rhode Island natives and longtime fans of Trinity, the new ownership team is excited to carry on the legacy of the iconic downtown institution.
This transition comes at a significant personal milestone for Trinity Brewhouse’s founder/owner, Josh Miller. “This year marks 50 years since I first obtained a liquor license in downtown Providence at age 21, with the purchase of the Met Café. At that time, I was the youngest person to obtain a liquor license in the city, and I am extremely proud to have continued my journey in the restaurant and hospitality industry and for Trinity to have played a role in Rhode Island’s food, drink, and cultural scene over the past thirty years. I am grateful to see the Trinity Brewhouse legacy live on in the hands of fellow Rhode Islanders who plan to preserve both the name and the spirit of the brewpub,” said Miller. Trinity Brewhouse opened its doors in 1994, becoming one of the first two brewpubs in Rhode Island following the legalization of brewpubs in the state. The name was chosen in collaboration with Trinity Repertory Theatre, a meaningful nod to the past, as Miller’s parents both worked there in the 1960s.
Angel Winpenny, owner of The Patio on Broadway, shared her excitement about the future: “We’re thrilled to welcome Trinity Brewhouse into our growing family. It’s a privilege to be part of such a well-loved Rhode Island establishment, and our team looks forward to honoring its history and preserving the welcoming spirit and neighborhood vibe of the Brewhouse, while updating the space and continuing to grow the business. We’re committed to keeping the Trinity name and continuing to serve the high-quality craft beer that Trinity has been known for since 1994.”
Trinity Brewhouse will host a series of special events and fundraisers supporting local nonprofits through the end of July, before closing for scheduled renovations in August. The refreshed space is expected to reopen in time to welcome Brown University Health to the neighborhood and to gear up for a busy fall season in the heart of downtown Providence. Trinity’s current team will remain actively involved throughout the transition, and the new owners plan to retain many longtime staff members, several of whom have been part of the Trinity family for decades.
2025 Rhode Worthy Cup Award Winners
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Wise Mouth USA Unveils Brand New Line Of 100 Percent Natural Functional Ready To Drink Vegetable Teas
Grand Opening Of New Manufacturing Facility Allows Customers To Order Online and Pick UP at New Falls River Location
Wise Mouth USA, an 100 percent natural functional ready to drink tea company fusing ancient Eastern herbal traditions and with Western food science innovation, expands its products to include a new line of vegetable-based tea. The product launch coincides with the grand opening of Wise Mouth’s new manufacturing facility in Fall River, Massachusetts on Thursday, July 17 from 10 am to 12 p.m. at 1 Ace Street, Room 227, Fall River, MA 02720.
“Our teas are more than just beverages — they are rooted in a deep tradition of holistic wellness and clean living,” says Lei Nichols, chief executive officer and founder, Wise Mouth USA. “As a woman-owned company, we are proud to bring something truly nourishing and transparent to the market, made right here in our Massachusetts community.”
Wise Mouth’s New Vegetable Tea Line
In celebration of this next chapter, Wise Mouth is introducing four new vegetable ready-to-drink tea blends that bring together Eastern health wisdom and refreshing, modern flavors:
- Mixed Green Vegetables Matcha features fresh lettuce, fresh spinach, fresh bok choy, green apples, crystalized sugarcane, fresh lemon juice, matcha powder and filtered water.
- Sweet Potato Ginger Black Pur-erh Tea has fresh sweet potato, fresh ginger, dried black Pur-erh tea leaves, dried red date, brown sugar, cinnamon powder and filtered water.
- Beet and Cucumber Flower Tea includes fresh cucumber, fresh beet, fresh lemon, dried rose flowers, pure honey, dried cassia seeds, crystallized sugarcane, and filtered water.
- Tomato and Carrot Dandelion Tea features fresh tomato, fresh carrots, lemon juice, dried dandelion, pure honey, crystalized sugar and filtered water.
These nutrient-rich functional ready to drink tea beverages expands the brand’s lineup of handcrafted blends made with premium tea leaves, herbs, fresh fruits, flowers, and roots — all brewed and bottled using a proprietary process that ensures purity, safety, and shelf stability for up to 18 months. Every variety can be enjoyed hot or iced, making them as versatile as they are nourishing. There are NO preservatives, concentrates, additives, powder or any artificial ingredients in the functional ready to drink teas.
Wise Mouth USA’s teas offer functional benefits, including immune support, energy, relaxation, and digestive wellness — thanks to ingredients such as ginger, pu-erh black tea, rose petals, goji berries, jujube, monk fruit, and chrysanthemums. Each blend represents a gift from nature, thoughtfully crafted for both body and mind.
New Manufacturing Facility
Wise Mouth USA celebrates the grand opening of its new 100 percent natural manufacturing facility. Guests will enjoy complimentary tastings of the new vegetable teas and new natural pickled vegetables, refreshments, and a behind-the-scenes tour of the clean-label brewing and bottling process.
With this new facility, customers can now place orders online and conveniently pick them up on-site, further streamlining access to the brand’s nourishing functional ready to drink teas.
New Website
Wise Mouth USA has also unveiled a brand new user friendly website for consumers to purchase the organic functional ready to drink teas.
“Wise Mouth connects the best for Eastern culture and Western cultures, both, I mean the thousand-year Eastern heritage wisdom and the American model science with food. I have a dream to use Wise Mouth to be a bridge to connect people from different cultures and backgrounds, making the world a better place,” says Lei Nichols, founder, Wise Mouth USA.
For more information about Wise Mouth USA 100 percent natural functional ready-to- drink teas, please email wisemouthlei@gmail.com or visit https://wisemouthusa.com/
Track 15 Launches Non-Profit Night Series to Celebrate the Work of Local Charities
Groups can enjoy complimentary space, small bites & beverages
Track 15, located at 1 Union Station in downtown Providence, has launched a new non-profit night series, offering local non-profit organizations the opportunity to celebrate the extraordinary work they do, free of charge.
Each Tuesday, Track 15 will donate its semi-private event space to a different non-profit for two hours, as well as one drink ticket for beer or wine and small bites from its vendors for up to 50 attendees. Dates are first come, first served. To inquire about availability, submit a request at track15ri.com/contact-us/.
“It’s no secret that the non-profit sector is facing a challenging period right now, ” said Christpher Marsella, Owner, Track 15. “Whether a morale-boosting party for staff, a thank you for donors, or a small fundraiser, we are happy to offer a space for groups to celebrate – and thank them for – the incredible work they do in our communities.”
