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January 2017

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16 Tiverton Rolls the Dice

30 Home Style 32 Shopping 33 Whole Body

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19 East Bay Bloggers Meet the local bloggers who keep Rhode Island #trending

23 A Grownups Night Out Live music, comedy, dancing… get a sitter and hit the town

Every Month 5 Editor’s Note

11 The Buzz Put some bounce in your nightlife at SkyZone 12 On the Bay 15 Bay Views

Resolve to hula hoop more… you know, for fitness 34 Style Connoisseur

37 Taste Portuguese treats in East Providence 38 Review 40 News Bites 41 Taste Connoisseur 42 Rhody Bites

47 Gallery Find out what’s happening in the Bay this month

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You’re probably a little bummed out this month. With such a whirlwind of eating, drinking, gifting and merrymaking behind you, you can’t help but feel a little bit of a letdown when the calendar turns to January and all you’re left with is too-tight pants and a credit card statement you don’t want to look at. You get exactly one weekend to recover (and, let’s face it, wallow). Then, it’s time to shake it off – by which I mean, that blanket over your lap as you’re reading this – and get to the fun stuff.

It might be the quietest time of the year, but there’s still a lot of entertaining things to do, and now you finally have the time to do them. So find something with an elastic waistband and get out of the house. And, Happy New Year. May your resolutions make it past January 3.

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LIGHT UP THE NIGHT Trampolines aren’t just for backyards – or just for kids – especially when there’s blacklight involved. On Friday nights, Sky Zone Trampoline Park in Rumford hosts Glow Night, which is way more dance party than it is plain old bouncing. Think sick beats from a DJ, lasers, an LED show and everyone wearing blacklight sensitive shirts. One week a month, the event is 16 plus, and the rest of the month it’s all ages. If you’d prefer a slightly less intense sensory experience, SkyZone also offers Glowga classes, which is exactly what it sounds like – glow in the dark yoga – and GlowFit, a low impact exercise class that can burn up to 1,000 calories. Now you’re beginning to see the (black) light. 70 Pawtucket Avenue, Rumford. 401-383-6000, SkyZone.com

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Building a Better Game in Barrington If you can say any one thing about 18 year old Barrington high schooler Jacob Mosby, it’s that he’s a proactive problem solver. Case in point: he loves carpetball, a game played with billiard balls on, well, a table with some carpet on it. He became addicted to the game while playing it at camp as a kid, but when he looked to buy his own table he found his options to be less that satisfying. “I was quite disappointed to find that all options were very overpriced and made of cheaper plastics,” he says. So he did what most kids don’t. He built his own. Inspired by his grandfather’s love of woodworking, Jacob designed a strong carpetball table that took advantage of cheap materials. The results are Wood You Like To Play, a DIY business where games, carpetball in particular, are his specialty. Jacob’s tables are built to order, each taking roughly seven hours to build, and can be finished with an outdoor stain for leaving them out on the lawn during the summer months. But since this isn’t the time of year to be thinking about lawn games, let’s just talk about how your man cave, rumpus room or partially finished basement could use some more entertainment options. Though he’s personally passionate about carpetball, Jacob can build other games like corn hole or toss across. When he isn’t building a small empire in the local lawn game racket, he works as an enrichment teacher for the Bristol-Warren school district and teaches at Vitality Obstacle Fitness, a ninja warrior gym in Fall River single handedly, dis-

Carpetball is the game of choice for woodworker Jacob Mosby of Wood You Like To Play

proving all the worst stereotypes about young people these days. The end goal? “To raise money for college and to establish woodworking experience so I can continue through college and beyond,” he says. Game on, Jacob. Game on. Etsy. com/Shop/WoodYouLikeToPlay –Tony Pacitti

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belongs to everyone.” Governor Raimondo says of Tina’s appointment: “I am thrilled to have Tina serve as our new state poet laureate. She is a people’s poet. Throughout her career, she has worked tirelessly to make the arts more accessible, bringing poetry and a spirit of creative selfexpression to Rhode Island schools. Tina truly embodies the powerful role art will play in Rhode Island’s future, and I can’t wait to see what she will achieve.” –Caitlin Howle

the ball drops on New Year’s Eve, there’s a good chance there’s a polar plunge close by. Here in New England, where the ocean only ever gets “warm enough,” a New Year’s Day dip can be an arctic nightmare or a mildly unseasonable folly depending on how Mother Nature decides to play it (last year’s plunge was on a balmy, low-40s kind of day). Never taken the dive yourself? Here are a few things to know: the worst part is actually standing in freezing cold sand while barefoot, the actual plunge is way more fun than it sounds and the icy water will shock that New Year’s Eve hangover right out of you. The First Day Walk and Polar Plunge (PrudenceBayIslandsTransport.com) is the perfect – and perfectly chilly – excuse to visit idyllic Prudence Island. Down in Newport, the New Year’s Day Polar Bear Plunge (AWish.org) is making frigid waves to benefit A Wish Come True Inc., a local organization that’s been serving sick children and their families for more than 30 years. Then there’s the enigmatic Annawamscutt Seal Society. No website, no social media presence, but they’ve been taking that icy dip at Annawamscutt Beach in Barrington annually since 1984, so we can’t image they’re quitting now. –Tony Pacitti

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Rhode Island has a new poet laureate. Appointed by Gina Raimondo after our last state poet, Rick Benjamin, resigned to take a position in California, Tina Cane of Rumford is the new state poet laureate. Established by law in 1989, the Rhode Island poet laureate serves as an advocate for poetry and the arts in Rhode Island. Tina will be the sixth poet laureate since its initial inception. Tina holds a Bachelor of Arts in French and English from the University of Vermont and the University of Paris, and a Master’s Degree in French Literature from Middlebury College. She has had her work featured in many publications including Barrow Street and The Literary Review. Her book-length poem, The Fifth Thought, was published in 2008. She is also the founder and director of Writers-in-theSchools RI, a program that brings professional writers into schools to help students write, revise and even perform their own imaginative writing. Tina says of her new position, “During my tenure, I hope every Rhode Islander gets a chance to develop a love of literature, to explore self-expression and to understand that poetry, because it is such a flexible form, truly

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Ten Years of Folk

Celebrating a decade of a vibrant musical tradition For Roger Dubord of Bristol, the folk music of his youth ignited a lifelong appreciation for the acoustic sound. Ten years ago, he and his wife Donna, who are members of Bristol’s First Congregational Church UCC, discovered some fellow parishioners who also love folk music. An idea took shape that led the church to create Bristol’s Stone Church Coffeehouse, which is now celebrating its tenth season of showcasing folk, country, bluegrass, Celtic and traditional music. Serving as co-directors since the beginning, Roger and Donna divide their responsibilities from bookings and contracts to overseeing the accounts and welcoming patrons on performance nights with the support of a group of dedicated officers and volunteers. A schedule of eight shows are produced September through May with a break in December. Performances are held in the DeWolf Room at the First Congregational Church UCC. Married for 47 years, the Bristol couple began volunteering in youth sports when their two children were young. Among his many involvements, Roger is a past General Chairman of the Bristol Fourth of July Committee and still oversees the Fourth of July Committee’s Foot Races, an all ages event he began 30 years ago this year. Donna was one of the founders of the Rockwell School Parents Group and serves on the Trustees and Fundraising Committees for the First Congregational Church UCC. January 28 will feature popular bluegrass band Twisted Pine, a winner of the 2014 Freshgrass band competition. To purchase tickets, call the Dubords at 401-2534813 or visit StoneChurchCoffeehouse.Weebly.com.

ovations, two encores, zero empty seats, made for one happy trio.” Donna: We offer a night out for people who don’t want to leave town. We have regulars, including groups who take tables, and we also get people who travel in to see their favorite group. It’s BYOB. People can bring a picnic supper or buy refreshments. We can fit 92 people comfortably around the tables. We like to make it a friendly, intimate experience.

Roger: Growing up in Bristol there are certain traditions you love and the only way for those traditions to continue is when it’s your turn you get involved or else the traditions are going to die. When our kids were playing little league, Donna was a team mother, and I was the league treasurer. When they aged out [of little league] I got involved with the Fourth of July Committee. We now want to put a structure in place so the Stone Church Coffeehouse continues. If you don’t get involved in the traditions you love, they won’t continue. –Nina Murphy

Roger and Donna Dubord have been keeping Bristol’s folk tradition alive at the Stone Church Coffeehouse

Roger: What has always attracted me to folk music are the stories in the songs. The demographic of our audience is age 50 and up with some young people and even families attending. It’s ironic that most of our musicians are very young people who write and perform this style of music.

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Donna: The musicians don’t just play song after song after song. They are storytellers and between the songs they will ask questions of the audience and share with them the meaning behind a song. At intermission the musicians mingle with the audience and people get to talk with them about their music and their instruments. Roger: When I do the booking I don’t just think about the performer. I think about the show – how is my audience going to react to two hours of this music? When I do a split bill, how are the two sets of musicians going to interact? Four years ago we solved the reverberation and noise [problems] and outfitted the room with acoustic baffles. It has made a huge difference. In September, the day after the group Gathering Time played, I was looking at their Facebook page. They had posted, “Three standing

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Buzz Bay Views After spending Thanksgiving indulging on turkey and fixings, runners came out for the 17th Annual Trot Off Your Turkey 5K and 1.5 mile race at St. Luke’s School in Barrington. Hundreds of runners laced up their sneakers on November 26 to show that not even extra helpings of grandma’s pumpkin pie could slow them down… too much. StLukesRI.org/TrotOffYourTurkey Photography by Judith Gardner

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Tiv erton Rol ls t he D i c e on Twin River Casino With both state and local support, the casino is a go By Chip Young

he residents of Tiverton rolled the dice on their future on Election Day. What they came up with on their local ballot question was a winning seven for the Twin River Management Group, and its soon-to-be realized Twin River-Tiverton Casino and Hotel, when they approved its location to their small community. The result was accomplished despite a political party trick any good, longtime Rhode Islander would appreciate: Twin River’s new gambling establishment required dual approval on November 8 of voters both statewide and locally. The statewide go-ahead to make Tiverton the next Little Rhody Vegas seemed a lock. The ship of accepting full-blown betting parlors in the state has long since sailed, due in large part to Twin River’s visible success with their casino in Lincoln. Count in the ongoing proliferation of Rhode Island Lottery’s scratch card games and the omnipotent Powerball, and no one is going feel like The Biggest Little’s gambling virginity has been lost by Tiverton welcoming a casino into its arms. But the local angle was the wild card, especially with the history of the necessary twofer vote. Down the road from Tiverton, Newporters have fallen out of love with the Newport Grand betting palace. The site had opened in 1976 to tooting horns, huge murals on the walls painted by Rhode Island School of Design students, and the flamboyant introduction of players as a jai alai

fronton where you could bet on the matches of the then-obscure sport, and which allowed Rhode Island to dip its toe in the rising gambling waters. But as jai alai’s popularity plummeted in the 1990s, the slots took over. Newporters had twice, in 2012 and 2014, vetoed a local ballot referendum to allow Newport Grand to open up to more than just slots and horse racing action into big-time table games – this despite getting a green light from voters statewide to do what you please, folks. The local battle was fierce, and gambling opponents won out. “The opposition was vociferous in Newport,” says state Senator Louis DiPalma, whose district includes part of Tiverton, and who did not support the Twin River-Tiverton proposal. “I didn’t see it in the same degree in Tiverton.” In a wonderful way of things working out for everyone, the sanctioning of Twin River-Tiverton will solve Newport’s fear of gambling because after the legal niceties, the Twin River Management Group will be taking Newport Grand’s gambling license across Aquidneck Island and over the Sakonnet River Bridge to the Tiverton site. To some, okaying Twin River-Tiverton was a shock, but in a different way to those closest to the action Senator DiPalma says, based on his door-to-door campaigning for his own re-election. “I was surprised,” he says, “I thought it would pass by even more,” he commented on the less than 400-vote approval.

He was joined in that take by casino proponents. “We thought it would pass by an even larger margin,” says Patti Doyle, spokeswoman for Twin River Management Group. Doyle spearheaded the $1 million-plus statewide ad campaign under the aegis of the “Citizens to Create Jobs and Protect Revenue” coalition, which included high profile locals and the political sway of endorsements by the AFL-CIO and the brotherhoods of police and firefighters. But obviously some of their spinmeister effort (didn’t see any mention of gambling or a casino in their name, didja?) rubbed off on town residents. One nearby resident who opposed the casino told media that it was a David versus Goliath situation, given the power of the well-organized statewide coalition. The claims of jobs and revenue appear valid, however, according the Twin River Management’s projections. The projected revenue from Twin River-Tiverton for the local community will be $4 million annually, $3 million of that in gaming revenue and $1 million in property taxes and fees. Nothing to sneeze at in the current Rhode Island economy, and a windfall that many local proponents have said should be invested in Tiverton’s education system. Statewide, the yearly take is estimated to be $50 million annually. (Doyle explained that this is a conservative number, based on the assumption that a casino will be built in the future in nearby Massachusetts. If not, that projection goes up to $70 million for Rhode Island.)

A rendering of the Twin River-Tiverton Casino and Hotel. The plans also include the construction of a roundabout to improve traffic flow.

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Newport Grand Casino’s gambling license will transfer to the Twin River-Tiverton Casino and Hotel

As for jobs, Twin River Management says there will be 550-600 licensed employees at the casino, 350-400 of which will be full-time workers, and create 330 construction jobs during the building stage, which has an up-and-running goal of July 2018. The 38,000 square foot gaming area will house 1,000 slot machines and 32 table games, such as blackjack, roulette and craps. The affiliated hotel will be a three-story structure, and the grounds will also include up to four restaurants and accommodate parking for 1,300 vehicles. Doyle says the Twin River facility in Lincoln has 75-80% Rhode Island resident employees, and “We will try to replicate that in Tiverton. We will give opportunities to current Newport Grand employees, and give Tiverton residents a first chance” at filling the positions. The design and project team includes regional firms JCJ

Architecture, Cherenzia and Associates for civil engineering, and Bryant Associates for traffic issues. But why Tiverton? The Tiverton location seemed a bit off the beaten track for an industry that thrives on an image of sparkle and glamor, instead making its home in an area known for land conservation efforts, a splendid river running through it and fishand-chip shacks. But for a “convenience casino,” where the destination is an in-and-out proposition, the town fit the bill. Especially in the face of what appears to be inevitable future competition arising in Massachusetts. The site of the new Twin RiverTiverton casino will be within spitting distance of Fall River (provided you can spit 450 feet). Given the competition sure to arise in Massachusetts, Doyle says, “We knew we couldn’t go back to the Newport Grand, so we were a bit handicapped with the choice of location. The

question is ‘when,’ not ‘if,’ in that corridor. So we wanted to be closer to the customer base, and on- and off-ramps from the highway.” The cost to Twin River Management for building the casino and ancillary work will be an estimated $75 million. That will include a new roundabout to handle the increased traffic flow, as well as addressing environmental concerns. With wetlands and a brook on the property, the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management will get involved, needing Twin River-Tiverton to submit alteration plans and to address issues of stormwater runoff control. Some mitigating efforts have been included in the plans already, such as a wetlands buffer and a bridge to allow for wildlife migration across the swampland. But more work will be needed to obtain final permits, and Doyle says that further refinements will be made, always contingent upon the town’s input and approval. On the societal side, the battle is still ongoing wherever casinos pop up about the potentially destructive impacts on the lives of individuals and their families, and the threat of increased crime in the area, concepts that led one local business owner to say of the casino plan, “I’m very disgusted. This town is not the place for it.” The first bit of opposition is difficult to monitor or control, no matter what your take is on conceivably gambling away your life savings. The latter can be judged somewhat by the Twin River experience in Lincoln, and the support of the police union. “If history has any bearing on the future, how Twin River has interacted with Lincoln, it has been very positive,” says Senator DiPalma. The Lincoln casino is four times bigger than what is proposed for Tiverton, and Twin River officials say there has been no increase in crime since their 2007 expansion. The casino has its own security force, supplemented by local police and firefighters, but Twin River says there has been no increase in the number of officers in the town since the build-up, a small associated savings to the locals. Senator DiPalma also offers up a concise and pragmatic view of the future of the Twin River-Tiverton Casino and Hotel: “The voters have spoken. The state needs to support it. It’s gonna be what it’s gonna be. Time will tell.” You can bet on that.

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The Power of Play Name: Playing All The Way • Creator: Nicole Estrella About: Affordable and fun family adventures • Based In: Rehoboth Nicole, the creator

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adventure blog Playing All The Way, firmly believes that families that play together stay together. For the mother of three, play is central to how she and her husband raise their family. Growing up for her was chaotic. She felt unsafe, which meant that play was out of the question. She yearned for a family that made memories together through shared experiences. Nicole promised herself that when she had her own family, she would provide them with what she did not have. However, she didn’t expect to be raising a family on very little money. Regardless of having to run an extremely tight financial ship, she set out to accomplish her goals. Nicole started by researching local attractions – like parks, zoos and museums – that had grant funding. Eventually, she found a way to access almost everything at no cost. “Before I created the website I was just sharing what I loved to do on Facebook,” Nicole says. “I was making memories with my kids and sharing it. I guess it inspired people.” In 2013 she created Playing All The Way as a way to share the many resources available throughout the community that she discovered. “I have a passion to foster happy and healthy families,” says Nicole. “I posted how to play for free. I wanted a

Playing All The Way, by Nicole Estrella, shares how to have good old fashioned family fun almost anywhere at little to no cost site where people could possibly change their lives and their families.” At this point she’s done almost everything locally at little to no cost: Battleship Cove, Herreshoff Seamanship Program, Audubon Society of RI Environmental Education Center, Blithewold Mansion, Coggeshall Farm, Newport Skating Center and Newport International Polo. As her kids

have gotten older, their adventures are more extreme and have moved beyond the East Bay. They’ve found deals and worked with agencies to go to Six Flags, Disney World, Boston Harbor Cruises and Ramblewild. In addition to sharing resources with families, she’s also been able to start a small non-profit called Play It Forward. Play It Forward sends one

low income family per month to play at one of the fun attractions that she has promoted. “I’ve had people say ‘because of your blog I was able to take my family to this zoo.’ That makes me happy,” she says. “If the blog creates one happy memory for one child I have succeeded. Every kid deserves a childhood.” PlayingAllTheWay.com January 2017 | THE BAY

From One Mom to Another Name: Mom Generations • Creators: Jane Govednik, Audrey McClelland and Sharon Couto About: Motherhood across generations • Based In: Bristol The mommy blogosphere

Sisters Audrey McClelland and Jane Govednik joined forces with their mom Sharon Couto to create Mom Generations, a blog covering anything and everything moms would want to know

is saturated. There are blogs written by stay-at-home moms, working moms, single moms, twomommy households. What is rare, however, is a mom blog that crosses generations. Mom Generations does just that with two sisters, Jane Govednik and Audrey McClelland, and their mother, Sharon Couto. By the time Audrey was pregnant with her third child in early 2007, she had started following mom blogs. Audrey, Jane and Sharon thought it would be a great time to start a blog together – Pink & Blues – with Sharon being the grandmother voice, Audrey the newish mom voice, and Jane the dog mom/aunt voice. “I've always loved the camaraderie in the mom world,” Jane says. “Many moms just want to share the highs and lows of motherhood with each other. They want to ask questions, vent, laugh and cry together on this journey no one can really prepare you for.” In 2008 they shifted the focus of their blog and renamed it Mom Generations. It’s evolved to include conversations about food, fashion, recipes, husbands, housekeeping and work outside the home. It continues to evolve as well. For example, Audrey, has gone on to become a go-to mom for major companies who want to connect with moms through

fashion and household products. Also, Sharon’s discovered a cache of other blogging grandmothers and has made lifelong friends. In 2008 she started running, something she had never done before, and shared her experiences. She dubbed it “a senior citizen’s leap of faith into this new arena.” Since the start of that journey, she’s run dozens of races. Another piece of the blog that Sharon never anticipated is writing about caregiving for her 91-year-old mom (who now lives nearby at an assisted living facility in Bristol). The blog has allowed them to connect with other moms locally, some of whom blog themselves, and others who just like to follow and share with other local moms. That allowed them to form an extension of the blog, Rhody Mamas, which is a Facebook group where they share local events, deals, discounts and promos. “Readers have experienced weddings, babies, pets coming into families, and the sadness of people and pets passing. Readers have come to know our personalities,” explains Sharon. “Audrey is Audrey, Jane is Jane and I am me: Three women with the extraordinary tie of love, but each with distinct personalities and a great well of respect and love for each other, too.” MomGenerations.com

A Wicked Funny Account of RI Name: RIprobz • Creators: Erin Meehan and Russell Chiulli About: All the beloved quirks of Little Rhody • Based In: Barrington Is there really

another state more proud of its quirks than RI? We get our hot wieners all the way and our iced coffee year round. Our mouths water at the sight of coffee milk and Del’s on a hot day. It was only a matter of time until someone used the right platform to share all that is right in RI with the world. Enter Twitter account RIprobz, started by Erin Meehan and Russell Chiulli. In just over five years they’ve amassed a following of over 88,000 people – a number that continues to grow. When Erin was away at college in Williamsport, PA in 2011, she was the only Rhode Islander on campus. She had to constantly explain words like “wicked,” why she called a shopping cart a carriage (because that’s what it’s called) or why she had a bottle of coffee syrup in her room. Her response? The Twitter account called RIprobz that she started with her boyfriend Russell. It calls out, highlights and pokes fun at all things Little Rhody. Things like, “Is it possible to have a construction project in RI that doesn’t fall behind schedule and go over budget???? #No #RIprobz” or “Rhode Islanders stop at the sign of the lemon instead of at actual stop signs. #RIprobz” and “Damn it’s cold! *orders

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iced coffee anyway* #RIprobz.” RIprobz captures the essence of what it is to be a Rhode Islander. She thinks their Twitter feed has done so well because of that authenticity. “We thought that it would be a great idea to share our thoughts about Rhode Island with not only Rhode Islanders but with whoever wanted to learn more about our little state,” she says. “We hope to show people that even if you come from small towns, you can create something that will influence the masses and hopefully make them laugh. It’s okay to poke fun at your own state.” She never thought it would catch on like it has, and is surprised at the success. The account has helped them connect with their community. Their followers share ideas with them, and let her know about events in the area that make sense for them to get involved in. The account has also connected them far beyond the East Bay because models, professional athletes and local and national celebrities who understand what it’s like to grow up in Rhode Island follow and interact with them. She understands that you can take the person out of Rhode Island, but you can’t ever take the Rhode Island out of the person. Twitter: @RIprobz

Based in Barrington, Erin Meehan and Russell Chiulli spill the beans all over Twitter on what it’s like to live in the quirkiest state in the union

If the Stylish Shoe Fits Name: Newport Stylephile • Creator: Andrea McHugh About: Living your best Newport life • Based In: Newport Like many folks

who visit Newport, Andrea felt and immediate connection with the City by the Sea. Back in 2001 she was visiting from Washington DC with her then boyfriend, now husband, for his grandmother’s 80th birthday. Unexpectedly they made Newport their home six months later, and she fell in love with everything that embodied the Newport lifestyle: swimming for hours at Second Beach, sipping a sunset cocktail, riding a scooter along Ocean Drive, supporting community programs and nonprofits, sailing on a 12-meter yacht that won the America’s Cup and, of course, dressing in the Newport style. Andrea was so enamored with the style that she launched Newport Stylephile in 2009. It’s a lifestyle blog covering everything from where to shop and what’s on trend to where to sip on that sunset cocktail (or how to make

that cocktail at home). It’s her way of connecting with the many people who can’t get enough of that Newport vibe. She’s also regularly contributed to this very magazine, its sister publications and The Rhode Show since starting her blog. On air she showcases many of her finds from local shops like current looks and trends. Andrea makes attaining the Newport look easy breezy. “It’s crisp white pants paired with a French boat neck top boasting navy nautical stripes,” she says. “It’s sipping a Dark n’ Stormy on a hot summer day overlooking the sea… It’s embracing the salt water spray that dots your ensemble from an afternoon sail spent perched on the bow of a boat and asking, ‘Is there anywhere else in the world I’d rather be?’ (The answer, of course, is no.)” NewportStylephile.com

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esist the urge to hiberante this month. Instead head out for karaoke, live music, paint nights, laser tag (yes, for adults), brewery tours, art classes, murder

mystery dinners, comedy nights and so much more. Do whatever it takes to get off the couch: you can thank us later for all the fun you’ll be having this snowy season.

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Twisted Pine plays this month at Stone Church Coﬀeehouse in Bristol

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Judge Roy Bean hosts live acoustic acts every Tuesday

Street, Bristol. 401-253-4813, StoneChurchCoffeeHouse.com If Tiverton’s Sandywoods Center for the Arts isn’t yet your go-to for live music, it should be. The venue is super low key – it’s BYOB – but has reliably awesome musical acts, ranging from Americana folk to blues to rock and everything in between. Every Tuesday night, Sandywoods hosts an open mic, and has local up and coming acts stop by on other nights. The ﬁrst Saturday night of the month is Magnolia Cajun Dance, with the Magnolia Cajun Band, New England’s best recreation of Louisiana’s most danceable musical tradition. 43 Muse Way, Tiverton. 401-816-5600, SandywoodsMusic.com A wine tasting is always a fun time, but a wine tasting with live music is even better. Greenvale Vineyards in Portsmouth hosts Live Jazz at the Vineyards every Saturday afternoon, where you can

Dinner and a Show DeWolf Tavern in Bristol hosts Salsa and Sangria nights, with live music and dancing. 259 Thames Street, Bristol. 401-254-2005, DeWolfTavern.com Simone’s Restaurant in Warren hosts live jazz musicians on Thursday nights. 275 Child Street, Warren. 401-247 1200, SimonesRI.com Billy’s Restaurant in Barrington often hosts live musicians during dinner service. 286 Maple Avenue, Barrington. 401-289-2888, BillysLLC.com

pack a picnic basket and enjoy a glass (or a bottle) of their wine. 582 Wapping Road, Portsmouth. 401847-3777, Greenvale.com The Zeiterion Theatre in New Bedford always has something fun happening. On January 12, Get the Led Out, a Led Zeppelin tribute, performs, followed by Carrie Rodriguez on January 26 at Stage Door Live and NPR darling The Moth Mainstage on February 2. 684 Purchase Street, New Bedford. 508-9942900, Zeiterion.org Get a dose of culture at the Narrows Center for the Arts in Fall River. Part art gallery and part performance venue, the Narrows has live music, comedy, ﬁlm and lectures happening all the time. Among this month’s offerings: guitar legend Albert Lee performs on January 5, and Susan Werner (whom NPR called “Empress of the Unexpected”) performs on January 19. Friday and Saturday, January 13 and 14, sees the return of the annual Narrows Winter Blues Festival, featuring national names in blues and rock. 16 Anawan St #1, Fall River. 508-324-1926, NarrowsCenter.org

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or a fun night out, Judge Roy Bean Saloon in Bristol is the place to be. They have two bars, delicious food and cocktails, plus open mic night on Mondays, live acoustic music on Tuesdays, DJs on Thursdays and live bands on Fridays and Saturdays. They also have fun events like paint nights throughout the month. 1 State Street, Bristol. 401-253-7400, JudgeRoyBeanSaloon.com Newport Blues Cafe is pretty much guaranteed to be a good time, no matter when you visit. The legendary music venue has great bands on the weekends, and often hosts big names, especially during the summer festival season. Nineties alt-rockers Belly played there recently. 286 Thames Street, Newport. 401-841-5510, NewportBlues.com The 133 Club in East Providence is exactly the kind of casual, low-key bar that makes for the best nights out with friends. It doesn’t hurt that there’s something fun happening practically every night of the week, either. Wednesday nights are Karaoke with Big Bill, Thursday nights feature the Mac Odom Band, Fridays bring Stoneleaf, and Sundays have rotating entertainment including Brother 2 Brother. 29 Warren Avenue, East Providence. 401-438-1330, 133Club.net Every weekend is a party at McBlarney’s County Tap in Warren. The Irish restaurant has entertainment every Friday and Saturday, both with dance parties by DJs and live bands. They also host a pretty great Sunday Funday, with the bar’s TVs playing pro hockey and football, and college sports, plus a solid craft beer selection. 632 Metacom Avenue, Warren. 401-289-0887, McBlarneys.com Bristol’s Stone Church Coffeehouse brings in bluegrass, folk, and roots musicians. Feel free to bring a picnic basket (and your kids, though we won’t judge you if you decide to get a sitter anyway) for the monthly performance. January 28 brings Twisted Pine, a Boston-based modern string band touring the East Coast this winter, and February 25 has the world music of Occidental Gypsy. 300 High

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he best nights involve wine and laughter. Newport Vineyards in Middletown has ﬁgured out the perfect formula with their Barrel of Laughs Winter Comedy Series. Once a month, the Middletown vineyard brings in a nationally touring comic, with the option of dinner at Brix before or after the show. 909 East Main Road, Middletown. 401-848-5161, NewportVineyards.com In addition to hosting live music every Friday and Saturday night, Bar 31 in Bristol hosts a weekly pub trivia game. Every Thursday night, grab your friends and test your pop culture knowledge. The tapas restaurant posts hints for the week’s game on its website, so if you do your research beforehand you’ll have an advantage over the competition. 29 State Street, Bristol. 401-2970531, Bar31RI.com There’s murder afoot at the Newport Art Museum, and it’s up to you to solve the crime. Every Saturday night, they host Mystery at the Museum, an interactive murder mystery performance where you must interrogate the players, uncover the clues and identify the villain in the room… or else. The event is family-friendly and every crime is solved in 90 minutes. 76 Bellevue Avenue, Newport. 401-848-8200, NewportArtMuseum.org For world-class laughs, head to the Comedy Connection in East Providence. The club bolsters its weekly lineup of hilarious local comedians with superstar names in the

comedy world. Saturday Night Live alum Chris Kattan plays on January 8, and Nick DiPaolo (who has had three Comedy Central standup shows) headlines for the weekend of January 13-14. 39 Warren Avenue, East Providence. 401-438-8383, RIComedyConnection.com Test your music knowledge at Music Bingo, a new kind of pub game that has less thinking and more singing along. Simply get a bingo card with song names on it, and listen for them coming from the DJ booth as you dance, sip and have fun with your friends. Music Bingo happens on Wednesday nights at the Tipsy Toboggan in Fall River, and Thursday nights at Dublin Rose in East Providence. Tipsy Toboggan: 75 Ferry Street, Fall River. 508-567-0550, TheTipsyToboggan.com Dublin Rose: 940 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk. 508-3369222, DublinRose.com The Galactic Theatre in Warren shows vintage movies on the weekends: Thursdays are for classic ‘40s ﬁlm noir and ‘50s B-movies. Fridays are for old school horror movies. Saturdays are Cult Movie Nights, and Sunday afternoons are for Cartoon Matinees, showing old cartoons and Three Stooges shorts. The theatre recently expanded to host live music and comedy performances, too. 508 Main Street, Warren. 401-310-0569, GalacticTheatre.com Legendary local funnyman John Perotta brings his traveling Comedy Factory back to the Grand Rose Ballroom at the Clarion Inn in

Seekonk on January 17. He’s bringing a DJ and more comedians with him, including: Rockin’ Joe, Bill Simas, Steve Donovan, Grandma Martha and Eric Monroe & The Prince of Mystery. 401-639-7726, ComedyFactoryRI.com The Bit Players perform their hilarious improv comedy show on Friday and Saturday evenings in Newport, and have a late show on Saturday called Late Night Bits. All of their shows are BYOB, which you’re deﬁnitely going to want to do, because they may well call you up on stage. They even provide cups, ice and mixers. 4 Equality Park Place, Newport. 401-849-3473, BitPlayers.net Eighty eight beers on tap? Sounds like a challenge. In addition to their killer beer selection, Aidan’s Pub in Bristol hosts pub trivia on Tuesday nights, and an after 10pm dance party every night. 5 John Street, Bristol. 401-254-1940, AidansPub.coma

More Brainbusters Play team trivia at Federal Hill Pizza in Warren on Monday nights, at Chelo’s in East Providence on Tuesday nights, the Galley Grille in Westport on Wednesdays, the St. James Irish Pub in Fall River on Thursdays and Roger’s in Somerset on Saturdays. PlayTeamTrivia.com

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Have a glass of wine, forget your inhibitions and paint like a pro with The Paint Ladies

Color: 216 Willett Avenue, Riverside. SplashOfColorArt.com. Paint Ladies: ThePaintLadies.com You don’t need to be an Egyptian goddess to master the art of belly dance. That’s what The Dancing Spirit in Tiverton wants everyone to know. They offer belly dance lessons, as well as private personal training sessions that mix dance with yoga and weights, for women of all shapes and sizes. It’s just about confidence, a love of music and the ability to channel your inner Beyoncé. 219 Nanaquaket Road, Tiverton. 401-338-9905, TheDancingSpirit.com If your only impression of ceramics is that scene in Ghost, it’s time to get to WeirdGirl Creations. The paint-your-own-pottery studio offers drop-in

hours where you can stop by and create something fun. To create a piece of art that’s completely yours, try out a private wheel throwing class. WeirdGirl also hosts Mug Nights for ladies night out, where you bring friends and coffee and you paint your own mug. 33 Kent Street, Barrington. 401-247-1397, WeirdGirlCreations.com Amp up the romance by twirling your significant other around on the dance floor. Dance Nelia offers dance classes in Barrington, in ballroom dancing, salsa, swing and more. Grab somebody you want to cozy up to – or don’t, because there’s no partner required – and hit the dance floor. Her Friday Night Dance Parties, on the second and fourth Fridays of the month, include a short lesson and dinner, then dancing the night away. 186 Roffee Street, Barrington. 401-245-1119, DanceNelia.com

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When you’re doing a tour of the state’s most spirited spots, there’s always one problem: a person has to volunteer to be your designated driver. Not with the Rhode Island Brew Bus, which has four weekly routes through some of Rhody’s best spots for tippling. Friday evening, the route is through brewpubs and breweries in Westerly/Pawcatuck. Saturday mornings, the BEEReakfast of Champions stops all over Providence and Pawtucket. Saturday evenings go through South Kingstown and stop at a distillery and two breweries. Sunday afternoons go through Newport (for Newport Storm beer and Thomas Tew rum) and Portsmouth, to Greenvale Vineyards. TheRhodeIslandBrewBus.com

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tay warm this season by staying active. Winter Rock ‘n Bowl at East Providence’s Bowling Academy happens every Friday and Saturday night. Warren’s Dudek Lanes has duckpin bowling, rock ‘n bowl and Saturday night extreme bowling – plus a lounge for when you need an adult beverage break. Bowling Academy: 354 Taunton Avenue, East Providence. 401-434-5839, BowlingAcademyInc.com. Dudek: 409 Child Street, Warren. 401-245-9471, DudekBowlingLanes.com If the cold weather has you in the mood to spend more time in the kitchen, maybe it’s time to sharpen your skills. Middletown’s Newport Cooks brings in guest chefs from some of the East Bay’s best restaurants for one-night classes. On January 12, bring your friends for Soups On! with Sharyn Singer, or Cozy Thai Comfort Foods with Chef Deja Hart on January 19. 796 Aquidneck Avenue, Middletown. 401-293-0740, NewportCooks.com Who knew shooting lasers could be so fun? United Skates of America in Rumford offers intergalactic laser tag, in addition to roller skating, an arcade and a rock climbing wall. The best part of all? You don’t actually need to bring your kids to act like a kid. 75 New Road, Rumford. 401-4389898, UnitedSkatesRI.com Channel your inner Van Gogh at a paint and drink class. Splash of Color in Riverside offers painting instruction nearly every night of the week. The Swansea-based Paint Ladies bring the party to you, to host your own event or participate in any of their pop-ups throughout the East Bay and South Coast. It’s a fun night out and you get a piece of art to take home. Pro tip: how much you like your painting that night vs. how much you like it in the morning is directly related to how much wine you drink during the class. Splash of

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Miguel made their real estate wish list. “My husband and I always wanted an open floor plan. I love the fresh, open and bright feel,” explains Leah. “We wanted a house we could entertain in and also a house that our kids could feel good in... and have space in!” The couple set their sights on Touisset, a coastal community quietly embedded on a peninsula in Warren, an 18th century whaling port. Like many of Rhode Island’s cozy waterfront enclaves, Touisset was once populated primarily by summer homes that today, have been modernized to accommodate year-round living. “We bought the house two and a half years ago from a couple in New York that

was using the house as a vacation home. They came every season, actually,” tells Leah. While the location, just steps from the bucolic 66-acre Touisset Marsh Wildlife Refuge and just a few minutes drive to Warren’s charming downtown was perfect, it was the coveted views that sealed the deal. “The thing that convinced us was the water view from the neighborhood and the house. We can walk to the beach because it’s literally in our backyard. We can launch kayaks or just go and sit on the beach whenever we want,” says Leah. For Miguel, who grew up in Falmouth on Cape Cod, the neighborhood reminded him of home. The sentimental overtones combined with coastal ambiance was

the ideal situation for the couple, and with four bedrooms, two baths and 2,105 square feet of living space, they blissfully signed on the dotted line. “We fell in love with it at first sight – for real,” she says. As two busy professionals – and parents to young Liam in addition to Miguel’s two teenage children – an added benefit to the home was that it was move-in ready. Leah owns La La Luxe in Providence, one of the city’s preeminent salons, which keeps her on her toes and has given her experience with making something her own. “I absolutely channel my creativity in my home through my love for music and hair!” she says. “I believe every

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book in our house, if it’s not a children’s book, has something to do with music and/or art along with vintage beauty magazines from the ‘60s and ‘80s.” Both she and Miguel are musicians, so one bedroom doubles as a studio space stocked with a couple of Roland electric pianos and recording equipment. It fits seamlessly into the home’s modern/ vintage vibe. “I guess to us, it’s a little old-Hollywood-glam-meets-modernday-comfort,” says Leah. “Comfort” being a key factor. All of their furnishings are intentionally soft, comfortable and uncomplicated so that all who enter feel welcomed. “We wanted a house that was open to everyone... where everyone could sit and relax... maybe sink

into some fluffy pillows or pick up an acoustic guitar and pluck away or just enjoy the view,” Leah explains. And it’s not just the adults who get their jam on in the cozy coastal home. Little Liam’s instruments, including drums, reside in the large living space so the family and their friends can all make music together. (Disclaimer: Liam’s many trucks are “parked” in the space too.) “It’s cozy in there while Liam plays, and that’s where you can really see the water view, curl up, have a glass of wine and melt into the couch,” says Leah. Many of the furnishings are from antique stores in Providence and Warren amassed over the past 20 years. “My absolute favorite for decor, music stuff

and wall art is Nostalgia in Providence on Wickenden. I could spend 12 hours in there and have to go back for more – love that place,” reveals Leah. “I also love Podsnappery in Warren for little extra conversation starters.” Just like the home’s unique nature, most visitors walk away with a unique impression. “I once had someone say it felt like a house in the Hamptons and then I also had someone say it felt like a ‘Vermont cottage in the ‘60s if a celebrity owned it,’” she says, laughing. And though it may appear as though every detail is simply placed in a haphazard way, most pieces have been placed with careful intention. “I don’t ever want people to feel like they can’t

touch anything when they come over. I want them to ask, ‘what’s with The Beatles books?’ or ‘who’s the Bowie fan?’ because that is what all of the little pieces and decor are meant to do: spark conversation and make people smile,” she says. “I mean, that’s pretty much what I do at my salon every day, and that’s what my husband and I do every day, all day. We love people and love to talk to people. For the most part, I want guests to come in, enjoy the little things and feel at home.”

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jars and an array of nautical and mermaid themed goodies. “We’re known for our mermaids here,” says Sharon. One thing you definitely won’t find anywhere else is their own product line, Sakonnet Memories – silver and gold jewelry cast from Rhode Island seashells that are sure to make a statement. If the holiday stress took a toll, Courtyards also has a collection of bath and body goods, self-help, inspirational and spiritual books as well as stress-busting products like “Worry Eater” dolls and beautiful sand art. As a hypnotherapist, Sharon makes sure there are plenty of

self-care items in stock and keeps the energy of the store happy, relaxed and welcoming. Courtyards feels more like a home than a shop, and that’s just how Sharon likes it – as do her customers. 1. Rattan, grapevine and seagrass baskets, made in the USA, $25-50 2. Marble coasters, glass cutting boards, clocks and jewelry made in Rhode Island, $29-$58 3. Mythical Mermaid sealife wall sculpture, plus other marine-inspired gifts 4. Cast stone garden ornaments created by Courtyards and other artisans, $20-$80 5. Uno de Fifty jewelry, crafted in Spain

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While looking around for new inventory for the new year, I’ve seen a lot of trends coming up that are leaning towards clean, neutral tones with natural, earth elements. Soft, warm tones of sands, browns and woods are very prominent and also lend themselves to keeping a clean look for your home that you can utilize in a variety of ways. How do you make nautical decor work for winter? The best way to showcase your nautical decor all year round is to keep the colors neutral. I like to think of it more as a coastal feel than nautical. Nautical often leans towards bold colors whereas a coastal vibe can be achieved with

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was strong with this one. My wife and I went for a full meal, splitting the Eggplant Dip ($9) from the tavern snack section to begin. This was served in a skillet next to a stack of ﬂatbread atop a cutting board, true to the tavern feel. The ﬂatbread was fresh, baked in house, well oiled and salted. The mini skillet was a bit ironic since the dip was chilled, which muted the taste somewhat. The sharp, crisp scallion salsa verde served with it was a great way of cutting through the eggplant, and is something I’ll steal next time I’m grilling. Next, we tried the Clams and Mussels ($14). It was a generous portion of clean clams and mussels, alongside diagonal cuts of toasted crusty baguette in a perfectly balanced garlicky broth. The touch of miso turned out to be a careful coloring you thankfully wouldn’t pick out, rather than some aggressive note. We didn’t let one drop of the broth go back to the kitchen. Finally, I went with the Butter Poached Monkfish ($26) and my wife tried the Roasted Chicken Breast ($24). Monkfish is one of my

favorites: a sustainable and local fish whose gruesome appearance belies its fabulous taste. I’m not ashamed to admit I don’t love cleaning these beasts, but I adore eating them. Mine was on a cold celeriac applesauce with wilted chard. Accompanying was a garnish of sliced cucumber and radish that gave some bite. The celeriac applesauce was light and fresh, clearly articulating both ﬂavors. The chard was remarkable: slightly sweet, even rich. This pattern was repeated with my wife’s chicken. Advertised as a breast, this was happily a half chicken over farro, with wilted spinach paired with a cranberry sauce. Once again, a solid chicken preparation came alive in a well-executed combination. The accompanying spinach and the cranberry mostarda were integral. Cranberry sauce, especially this time of year conveys something very familiar. However this was an unexpected and delicious take, with the tartness of the cranberries still present, but far more interesting with really deep flavor.

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arrived at the Statesman Tavern just as business was picking up, and minutes later, we were lucky to have a table. With Persimmon moving up to Providence and the Statesman moving in with their take on a modern American tavern, it was the perfect opportunity to see the newly imagined space. It’s not a huge room, but the Statesman’s renovations have really paid off. The room feels bigger and there’s a much larger ten-person bar. A low rail neatly makes room for waiters without closing things off, and there’s a warmer, woody feel. The bar had the cocktails ﬂowing and there was a nice rumble of conversation over some jazz. The aesthetic was Americana – that look where you don’t know whether a musician is wearing a hat because he is Southern or a hipster. Here it means copper mirrors, a 48star ﬂag and the compulsory incandescent vintage bulbs. I ordered a Saison from Overshores Brewing Company ($7) but wished I had tested out the bartender after watching him craft cocktails. The drink menu had great focus: a sharp wine list, three beers on draught, plenty of bottles including cider and a full range of interesting, but not out-there cocktails. I appreciated that RI-based

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A Hope & Main delivery service brings chef-made meals to your door A SCOTTISH CELEBRATION Every year, DeWolf Tavern honors the work, life and spirit of Scottish poet Robbie Burns with the Robbie Burns Dinner. These dinners are held worldwide, as close to Burns’ birthday as possible (January 25). DeWolf is hosting the occasion on January 21, and is celebrating with all things Scottish, like Scotch whisky, bagpipes, a traditional Scottish meal and some readings from the works of Robbie Burns, who is well regarded as the national poet of Scotland. You may have heard the song “Auld Lang Syne;” you may have even sung it on New Year’s. Well, the famous song is actually one of his poems. 259 Thames Street, Bristol. 401-254-2005, DeWolfTavern.com

STIR THE POT It’s not enough to just eat at Simone’s. With dining that good it’s only natural to be curious about how Chef Joe Simone whips up his dishes. He’s hosting a cooking class this month on January 23 called From Stocks to Soups. Part of the reason his dishes are so tasty is because he makes all of his stocks and soups from scratch. He’ll be sharing all of his tips and tricks so that you too can make lobster stock and lobster bisque, vegetable stock and vegan passato di verdura, chicken stock and Simone’s take on chicken soup and stew. $60. 6:30pm. 275 Child Street, Warren. 401-247-1200, SimonesRI.com

Imagine coming home from a long day at work and having miso teriyaki salmon ready and waiting for you, served with a side of roasted Brussels sprouts with a balsamic reduction. It’s wholesome, nutritious, made from scratch – and best of all, you don’t have to lift a finger to prepare it. In fact, someone else prepared it. Someone with rigorous culinary and nutrition training from Johnson and Wales. That someone is Maggie Mulvena, and she created Feast and Fettle, a new meal delivery service based out of Hope and Main. Maggie has a passion for cooking nutritionally-sound meals for others. “I launched Feast and Fettle because so many people are too busy to prep and cook during the week, yet want healthy, wholesome meals to eat with loved ones or friends,” she explains. “I’m excited to bring a professional meal delivery service to Rhode Islanders so they can come home after a long day and relax knowing that dinner is taken care of.” Unlike other meal delivery services, Maggie packages her meals family40

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style to encourage folks to serve themselves on a plate as opposed to eating a TV-dinner-looking meal. She offers couples plans with two servings per package or a family plan with four servings. She also sources as locally as possible, receiving products from Four Town Farm, Sid Wainer, Farm Fresh Rhode Island and Narragansett Creamery. The meals are totally customizable, meaning that entrees and sides can be chosen independently of one another, ensuring that no one is unhappy with what’s on their plate. Her goal with Feast and Fettle is to give diners their precious time back. She takes on the task of preparing meals during the week so they can spend their time on more important things, and that makes her happy. “We think people should consider having us cook for them if they desire healthy, scratch-made meals for themselves and [their] families,” she says. “We like [people] to think of us as their personal chef.” 691 Main Street, Warren. 401-4357008, FeastAndFettle.com

SEAS THE WHISKEY Rhode Island now has two distilleries making whiskey. First, of course, is Sons of Liberty in South County. Now, Newport Distilling is throwing their hat in the ring with their Sea Fog AmeRIcan Whiskey. It has peat-smoked malt that’s been aged in a 53-gallon bourbon cask for seven years. The ﬂavor emerges as smooth, with notes of egg nog, cream soda and caramelized orange peel. Get it while you can because there are only 150 cases of the stuff. 293 JT Connell Highway, Newport. 401-849-5232, ThomasTewRums.com

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Maggie Soares returns continental confections to Taunton Avenue The bakery on Taunton Avenue isn’t a new feature on the culinary landscape of East Providence – the location’s history stretches back some 35 years. However, it is experiencing a renaissance under the stewardship of Maggie Soares and her team. Maggie and her husband re-opened it last year after the original location was devastated by a fire. Much to the delight of the Portuguese and East Providence communities, they’ve reopened in a new location to offer traditional Portuguese sweet and savory treats as well as custom decorated cakes.

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What made you want to bring Portuguese treats to East Providence by opening a bakery? I was born in Lisbon, Portugal and my husband was born on one of the islands in the Azores, Terceira. As teenagers, we moved to East Providence since Rhode Island has a big Portuguese community. It’s where my family has lived their whole lives. By bringing the Portuguese culture here through foods such as bread and pastries, it reminds everyone a little bit of Portugal. As for why I chose to open a bakery, I really believe in the importance of local bakeries. This is where the best breads and pastries are made. You need to have a passion for baking and understand the process of every single recipe – that’s what makes a great bakery. If someone has never had a traditional Portuguese pastry before, what should they try first? And what is your favorite item on the menu? Anyone who’s new to Portuguese patisserie should try a traditional pastel de nata – custard tarts; they are to die for! As for my favorite thing on the menu, it would have to be the espresso with a papo seco – Portuguese buttered roll – and Portuguese St. Jorge cheese – or the chocolate croissant. It’s so difficult to choose a favorite item because we have so many options. We offer hot sandwiches to go, chourico and peppers, cacoila pulled

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pork and pork loin, plus our ham, cheese, prosciutto, and spinach and feta pastries. You also offer specialty and wedding cakes. What should someone consider when designing his or her own special cake? Every cake is unique. You can bring in a picture and ask me to make a cake just like it, but every baker has their own way to decorate a cake and their own signature. I’m always ready to give my ideas and sketch something for my client that they will love. Being a baker is a lot of work. Tell me about what it takes to bake everything up? I have a really great team working for me. I have a head pastry chef and assistant chef who start at 5am. There’s also a baker who’s here by 4:30am for

the special hot bread during the day. Then we have bakers that start working on the bread at 8pm every night because we still make bread the old fashioned way: we mix the dough and let it rise in its own time. It’s a huge part of our authentic approach to baking. Do you ever find time to take a break and unwind? My friend Dave owns a few Brewed Awakenings coffee shops. That’s a place I love to stop by to have a coffee and a treat.

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Bluewater Bar and Grill Bluewater Bar + Grill joined the exciting East Bay dining scene in 2011 with a fresh take on contemporary dining. Chefowner Brian Thimme, a culinary professional with more than 20 years of experience, envisioned a restaurant that combined his passion for locally sourced foods with his love of family. “Our focus is seasonally-inspired, simply prepared cuisine,” says Brian, who co-owns the restaurant along with his wife Elizabeth. “It’s an everyday neighborhood restaurant where everyone is welcome, yet we offer upscale food and service at affordable prices.” The expansive restaurant, which is nestled near the Barrington Yacht Club on the Tyler Point Peninsula, offers gorgeous waterfront views. Open year-round for dinner seven nights a week and seasonally for lunch Thursday through Sunday, Bluewater features New England and American farm-to-table classics.

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EAST BAY / NEWPORT Black Bass Grille Classic seafood, historic waterfront setting. 3 Water St, South Dartmouth, 508-999-6975. LD $$ Bluewater Bar and Grill Casual restaurant with modern seafood dishes, patio seating and live music. 32 Barton Ave, Barrington, 247-0017. LD $$-$$$ DeWolf Tavern Gourmet American/ Indian fusion. 259 Thames St, Bristol, 254-2005. BLD $$-$$$ Ichigo Ichie Traditional Japanese cuisine, creative sushi and hibachi. 5 Catamore Blvd, East Providence, 435-5511. LD $-$$$ Jacky’s Galaxie Local Pan-Asian chain offering sushi and classic entrees in a modern atmosphere. Locations in Providence, North Providence, Bristol and Cumberland, JackysGalaxie.com. LD $-$$$ Starbucks Coffee, tea, bakery items and lunch options. Multiple locations. Starbucks.com BL$-$$ The Old Grist Mill Tavern Fine dining located over the Runnins River. 390 Fall River Ave, Seekonk,

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508-336-8460. LD $-$$$ The Wharf Tavern Serves fresh seafood and steak with bay views from almost every table. 215 Water St, Warren, 2892524. BrLD $-$$$

SOUTHERN RI Besos Kitchen & Cocktails Tapas and eclectic cuisine and cocktails. 378 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-8855. BrLD $$$ Blu On The Water Home to Rhode Island’s largest waterfront deck and three outdoor bars, with a wide menu and full raw bar. 20 Water St, East Greenwich, 885-3700. LD $-$$$ Breachway Grill Classic New England fare, plus NY-style pizza. 1 Charlestown Beach Rd, Charlestown, 213-6615. LD $$ Chair 5 Locally sourced and seasonally inspired menus with a main restaurant and rooftop lounge. 1208 Ocean Rd, Narragansett, 363-9820. BrLD $-$$$ Champlin’s Seafood Dockside fresh seafood serving easy breezy cocktails. 256 Great Island Rd, Narragansett, 783-3152. LD $-$$

Dante’s Kitchen American food with Southern ﬂair. 315 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-7798. BL $-$$ Dragon Palace Chinese cuisine, sushi and bar. 577 Tiogue Ave, Coventry, 828-0100; 733 Kingstown Rd, Wakefield, 789-2300; 1210 Main St, Wyoming, 539-1102. LD $-$$ Eleven Forty Nine City sophistication in the suburbs. 1149 Division St, Warwick, 884-1149. LD $$$ Frankie’s Italian Bistro Fine dining with imported wines from around the world. 1051 Ten Rod Rd, North Kingstown, 295-2500. D $-$$$ Fresco Italian American comfort food with international inspirations. 301 Main St, East Greenwich, 3980027; 140 Comstock Pkwy, Cranston, 228-3901. D $-$$ George’s of Galilee Fresh caught seafood in an upscale pub atmosphere. 250 Sand Hill Cove Rd, Narragansett, 783-2306. LD $-$$ Jigger’s Diner Classic ‘50s diner serving breakfast all day. 145 Main St, East Greenwich, 884-6060. BL $-$$ La Masseria Upscale Italian cuisine served in a chic setting with a rustic,

countryside vibe. 223 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-0693. LD $$-$$$ Maharaja Indian Restaurant Indian cuisine and traditional curries in a warm setting. 1 Beach St, Narragansett, 363-9988. LD $-$$ Matunuck Oyster Bar Destination dining enhanced by a raw bar sourced onsite and a water view. 629 Succotash Rd, South Kingstown, 783-4202. LD $-$$$ Ocean House/Weekapaug Inn Multiple dining room options offer comfortably elegant dishes that highlight the best in seasonal, local produce. 1 Bluff Ave, Watch Hill, 584-7000; 25 Spray Rock Rd, Westerly, 637-7600. BLD $-$$$ Pasquale’s Pizzeria Napoletana Authentic Neapolitan wood fired pizza with exclusive ingredients imported from Naples. 60 S County Commons Way, South Kingstown, 783-2900. LD $-$$ Phil’s Main Street Grille Classic comfort food with a great rooftop patio. 323 Main St, Wakefield, 7834073. BBrLD $ Red Stripe Casual French-American bistro. 465 Angell St, Providence, 437-6950; 455 Main St, East

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DINING GUIDE Greenwich, 398-2900. BrLD $$ Sa-Tang Fine Thai and Asian fusion cuisine with gluten-free selections. 402 Main St, Wakefield, 284-4220. LD $-$$ Siena Impeccable Italian cuisine. Locations in Providence, East Greenwich and Smithfield, 521-3311. D $$-$$$

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Twin Willows Fresh seafood and water views in a family-friendly atmosphere. 865 Boston Neck Rd, Narragansett, 789-8153. LD $-$$

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Tong-D Fine Thai cuisine in a casual setting. 156 County Rd, Barrington, 289-2998; 50 South County Common Way, South Kingstown, 7834445. LD $-$$ TwoTen Oyster Bar and Grill Local oysters and upmarket seafood dishes with a full bar menu. 210 Salt Pond Rd, South Kingstown, 7820100. BrLD $-$$$

PROVIDENCE COUNTY 10 Prime Steak & Sushi Gourmet steaks and sushi. 55 Pine St, Providence, 453-2333. LD $$$ Cafe di Panni Italian American dining with an available banquet facility. 187 Pocasset Ave, Providence, 944-0840. LD $-$$

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Mill’s Tavern Historic setting for New American gourmet. 101 N Main St, Providence, 272-3331. D $$$

Fresco Italian American comfort food with international inspirations. 301 Main St, East Greenwich, 3980027; 140 Comstock Pkwy, Cranston, 228-3901. D $-$$

Momo Dessert restaurant with crepes, home-made stir fry ice cream and bubble tea. 100 Washington St, Providence, 521-6666. BLD $

Harry’s Bar & Burger Handcrafted sliders, brews and pub games. 121 N Main St. Providence, 228-7437; 301 Atwells Ave, 228-3336 LD $-$$ Haruki Japanese cuisine and a la carte selections with casual ambiance. Locations in Cranston and Providence. HarukiSushi.com LD $-$$ Iron Works Tavern A wide variety of signature American dishes in the historic Thomas Jefferson Hill Mill. 697 Jefferson Blvd, Warwick, 739-5111. LD $-$$$ Jacky’s Galaxie Local Pan-Asian chain offering sushi and classic entrees in a modern atmosphere. Locations in Providence, North Providence, Bristol and Cumberland, JackysGalaxie.com. LD $-$$$ Julian’s A must-taste Providence staple celebrating more than 20 years. 318 Broadway, Providence, 861-1770. BBrLD $$ Luxe Burger Bar Build your own creative burger. 5 Memorial Blvd, Providence, 621-5893. LD $ McBride’s Pub Traditional Irish pub fare in Wayland Square. 161 Wayland Ave, Providence, 751-3000. LD $$

Mosaic Restaurant Syrian cuisine served in an intimate setting. 91 Rolfe Sq, Cranston, 808-6512. BLD $-$$$ Napolitano’s Brooklyn Pizza Classic Italian fare and traditional New York-style pizzas. 100 East St, Cranston, 383-7722; 380 Atwells Ave, Providence, 273-2400. LD $-$$ Ocean State Sandwich Company Craft sandwiches and hearty sides. 1345 Hartford Ave, Johnston. 155 Westminster St, Providence, 2826772. BL $-$$ Opa the Phoenician Authentic Lebanese food served in a fun atmosphere with hookahs. 230 Atwells Ave, Providence, 351-8282. D $-$$$ Parkside Rotisserie & Bar American bistro specializing in rotisserie meats. 76 South Main St, Providence, 331-0003. LD $-$$ Pat’s Italian Fine Italian favorites, natural steaks and handcrafted cocktails. 1200 Hartford Ave, Johnston, 273-1444. LD $-$$$ Pizza J A fun, upbeat atmosphere with thin crust pizza, pub fare and gluten-free options. 967 Westminster St, Providence, 632-0555. LD $-$$

McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood & Steak Mixed grill selections and signature fish dishes sourced locally and seasonally. 11 Dorrance St, Providence, 351-4500. BLD $$-$$$

Red Ginger Traditional Chinese restaurant and bar with a relaxed environment. 560 Killingly St, Johnston, 861-7878; 1852 Smith St, North Providence, 353-6688. LD $-$$

Meeting Street Cafe BYOB eatery with large menu of breakfast, lunch and dinner served all day. 220 Meeting St, Providence, 273-1066. BLD $-$$

Red Stripe Casual French-American bistro. 465 Angell St, Providence, 437-6950; 455 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-2900. BrLD $$

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Rick’s Roadhouse House-smoked barbecue. 370 Richmond St, Providence, 272-7675. LD $-$$ Rocco’s Pub & Grub Five-star menu in an intimate, pub-like atmosphere. 55 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, 3492250. LD $-$$ Rosmarin at Hotel Providence Bar and restaurant serving Swiss-inspired small plates, craft cocktails and an eclectic wine list. 311 Westminster Street, Providence, 5213333. BLD $$$ Siena Impeccable Italian cuisine. Locations in Providence, East Greenwich and Smithfield, 521-3311. D $$-$$$ Spirito’s Restaurant & Catering Classic Italian fare served in a stately Victorian home. 477 Broadway, Providence, 434-4435. LD $-$$$ Starbucks Coffee, tea, bakery items and lunch options. Multiple locations. Starbucks.com BL$-$$ T’s Restaurant Plentiful breakfast and lunch. Locations in Cranston, East Greenwich and Narragansett, TsRestaurantRI.com. BL $ Tavolo Wine Bar and Tuscan Grille Classic Italian cuisine with an extensive wine and beer list. 970 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, 349-4979. LD $-$$ The Crossings New American favorites in a chic, urban setting. 801 Greenwich Ave, Warwick, 732-6000. BLD $-$$$ The Dorrance Fine dining with exquisite cocktails. 60 Dorrance St, Providence, 521-6000. D $$$ The Grange Vegetarian restaurant serving seasonal dishes with a juice bar, vegan bakery and cocktail bar. 166 Broadway, Providence, 831-0600. BrLD $-$$ The Pizza Gourmet/ The Catering Gourmet From scratch woodgrilled pizzas and Italian American favorites. 357 Hope St, Providence, 751-0355. LD $-$$$

The Rosendale Bar and grill with welcoming atomposphere and creative menu. 55 Union St, Providence, 4213253. LD $-$$ The Salted Slate An agri-driven American restaurant with global influences. 186 Wayland Ave, Providence, 270-3737. BrLD $$-$$$ The Villa Restaurant & Banquet Facility Family Italian restaurant with live music and entertainment. 272 Cowesett Ave, West Warwick, 8210060. D $-$$

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SIT DOWN FOR STORY TIME Spend your morning on January 12 at the Children’s Story Hour at Barrington Books. Bring the little ones to hear several theme-related story and picture books geared toward the pre-school set. It’s followed by craft time, allowing the children to express their creativity based on fun facts and stories they just heard… assuming you can get them to sit still after all of that post-holiday excitement. 184 County Road, Barrington. 401-245-7925, BarringtonBooks.com

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January 7: Come dance with Magnolia Cajun Band. Their dance lessons and music have helped build a strong sense of community at festivals and fairs dodos all over the Northeast. Their monthly Saturday night dance has been New England's hottest ticket for more than 20 years. 43 Muse Way, Tiverton. 401816-5600, SandywoodsMusic.com January 7: Venture into the past for the retrospective exhibition Inner Light: The World of William Bradford located at the New Bedford Whaling Museum. Inner Light includes works from the Museum’s Bradford collections along with works by his friends and fellow artists Bierstadt, Eldred, Gifford and others. 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford. WhalingMuseum.org January 7 and 14: Lock and load for Nerf Wars at Teamworks. Kids with their own Nerf blasters (and safety goggles) can drop in for all out foam mayhem. Take aim and run wild. 732 Lee’s River Avenue, Somerset. 508676-3956, TeamworksSomerset.com January 8: See in different colors for Nature’s Kaleidoscope: Leaf Rotation Photography by Brian Woods at the Audubon Society of Rhode Island Environmental Education Center. This solo show explores and exhibits the distinctive shapes, earthly textures, fine details and vibrant colors of native leaves. 1401 Hope Street, Bristol. 401245-7500, ASRI.org January 8: Take part in the 10th

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anniversary celebration of the Grand Wedding Expo at Venus de Milo. Visit a vast array of displays with the latest in bridal fashion and formalwear, entertainment, invitations, cakes and desserts, beauty products and services, photography, video and so much more. 75 Grand Army Highway (Route 6), Swansea. 508-678-3901, VenusDeMilo.com

at a time. 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol. 401203-7473, RISF.net

January 12: Let your inner ‘70s rocker out when Get The Led Out plays The Zeiterion Performing Arts Center. “The American Led Zeppelin,” is a homage to the legendary British group and focuses on cuts from Zeppelin’s lengthy discography that were seldom, if ever, heard live. 684 Purchase Street, New Bedford. 508-994-2900, Zeiterion.org

January 22: Dance your way to the Jane Pickens theatre for Sleeping Beauty. Experience what happens when a curse is placed upon Princess Aurora that causes her to fall into a deep sleep. No naps for the audience allowed. 49 Touro Street, Newport.

January 21: Sweeten up your day with the Sugar Band at Newport Blues Cafe. It’s a party: disco, funk, hip-hop, soul, R&B all rolled into one band. No sitting down, you must get up and dance. 286 Thames Street, Newport. 401-841-5510, NewportBlues.com

401-846-5474. JanePickens.com January 23: Want to lose yourself in the words woven by local poets? Fort Foreclosure’s monthly poetry open mic Words at the Fort is the place for you. Storytellers and wordsmiths get ten minutes – or three poems – at the mic during this BYOB story session. 164 Water Street, Warren. Facebook.com/ WordsAtTheFort January 26: The Newport Historical Society is pleased to host author Sarah Schumann for a discussion of Rhode Island’s Shellfish Heritage: An Ecological History. Schumann’s book

January 13: Sing your lungs out at Karaoke in Tiverton. The Knights of Columbus will host karaoke on Fridays at their hall. The kitchen will be offering food for purchase beginning at 6pm, with karaoke and dancing from 7-11pm. Music by Mario, free admission, cash bar and raffles hosted by Jesse James. 28 Fish Road, Tiverton, 401-624-4924. January 13-31: 2nd Story Theatre presents the Pulitzer Prize-winning play Seascape. When two humanoid fish-people start to ponder over making the evolutionary move onto land, they’re faced with a couple of landlubbers who have grown tired of life above sea level. Various dates and times. 28 Market Street, Warren. 401247-4200, 2ndStoryTheatre.com January 14: It’s a robot invasion! Students are putting their STEM knowledge to the test at the annual First LEGO League State Championship at Roger Williams University. Applying robotics know-how to a series of challenges, these young thinkers are solving tomorrow’s problems one robot

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A Beer and a Blast January 15: Experience an historic and civic treasure at the 2nd Annual RI Winter Beer Blast located at the Historic Warren Armory. There will be 24 breweries on hand. This year, two sessions will be offered: the first one from 12-2pm and the second one from 2:30-4:30pm. 11 Jefferson Street, Warren. 401-245-5037, HistoricWarrenArmory.org

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January 1-8: Stop by Blink Gallery and celebrate their annual Mini Art Show. Staying true to the first Mini Show, this year’s curates work from an all-inclusive pool of artists. Each artist has a connection to Newport, however they all have varying styles and approaches to their work. 478 Thames Street, Newport. 401-619-3717, BlinkGalleryUSA.com

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covers the history of Rhode Island’s iconic oysters, quahogs and the wellknown and lesser-known species in between. Hungry yet? 82 Touro Street, Newport. 401-841-8770, NewportRI.com January 28: Get twisted for Twisted Pine at Bristol’s Stone Church Coffeehouse. Full of energy, surprise, wit and subtlety, the quartet Twisted Pine brings the enveloping sound and pop hooks of indie music to an acoustic, instrumental setting. 30 High Street, Bristol.

StoneChurchCoffeehouse.weebly.com January 28: Stop by culinary incubator Hope & Main for their 5th annual Taste of the East Bay. While sampling delicious food and wine from local purveyors, know that all of the night’s proceeds benefit the East Bay Coalition for the Homeless. That’s something worth raising a glass to. 691 Main Street, Warren. 401-245-7400, MakeFoodYourBusiness.org

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by Grace Lentini

Soup’s On As the temps go down it only makes sense to find ways to warm up, like eating piping hot soup. We’ve sampled soups from around the East Bay that warmed us from the inside out, and had us drinking up every last drop.

Piquant Poultry

Hearty soups don’t always have to be meat forward. In the minestrone from Venus de Milo, mushrooms provided the bold and savory background in the beef broth while the perfectly cooked veggies and orzo added pleasing textures. 75 Slade’s Ferry Boulevard, Swansea. 508-678-3901, VenusDeMilo.com

We savored every piece of tender chicken we could spoon out of the grilled chicken corn chowder from Bagels Etc. Each bite was hearty and moist, and was complemented nicely by the savory and thick broth. 259 County Road, Barrington. 401-247-1213, BagelsEtcBarrington.com

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Meatball Medley

The shrimp and corn soup from Blount Market was brimming with fresh shrimp and sweet corn. The thick base made for a filling dish, and satisfied our seafood craving at the same time. 406 Water Street, Warren. 401-245-1800, BlountRetail.com

The Italian wedding soup from Tom’s Market was a hit. The small meatballs literally melted in our mouths, bite after bite. The accompanying carrots, escarole and celery provided a nice counterbalance to the savory and well seasoned broth. Locations in Warren and Tiverton. TomsMarket.com

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