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Contents
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Features
20 Lofty Ambitions
25 Leading Ladies
Tourister Mill gets a second chance to thrive in Warren
Kicking off 2019 with a lineup of inspiring women
Photo courtesy of Tourister Mills
Inside the Tourister Mill (pg. 20)
Departments The Buzz
17 RHODY GEM: East Bay Food Pantry
36 HOME: A Bristol author fills her
45 IN THE KITCHEN: Kevin Ames and
9 After nearly a century,
and Thrift Shop
home with storied collections
Michelle Arsenault of Localz Kitchen & Cocktails
swimming may return to Riverside’s Sabin Point
18 CALENDAR: Events you can’t miss this month
Food & Drink
10 VOICES OF THE BAY: Director of
39 SPOTLIGHT: Aidan’s Pub brings a
Business Regulation Liz Tanner
wee bit of the Emerald Isle to Bristol
Life & Style
46 RESTAURANT GUIDE: Where to eat
Pic of the Bay
11 A symphonic performance of
33 SHOP: Live colorfully with accents
40 EXPERIENCE: A California pizza
50 An East Bay snapshot from one of
Star Wars refreshes the
from Cerulean in Warren
chain comes to New England
our readers
12 Don’t throw away your shots to
34 WHOLE BODY: Go with the Slow
42 FOOD NEWS: Sprout & Lentil
see Hamilton
Flow at Barrington’s Synergy Yoga
serves delicious dishes and educates the public about animal-free eating
14 Meet Keri Cronin, Warren’s first
35 THE INFLUENCER: Meet Kim
female Town Council President
Lamothe and Christopher Moon of
Philharmonic’s audience
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ON THE COVER: The historic Tourister Mill in Warren is now luxury living on the waterfront. Photography courtesy of Brady Sullivan Properties.
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An aerial photograph of Sabin Point shows its potential to be a great beach destination for East Bay residents
Surf ’s (Almost) Up After nearly a century, park-goers might get to swim at Sabin Point If you’ve never been to Sabin Point Park in Riverside, it’s worth the drive. The point juts into the Providence River directly across upper Narragansett Bay from Pawtuxet Neck. It’s a scenic spot with expansive views up and down the bay. On a warm day, you’re likely to find some visitors boating and fishing while others play sports, walk the park’s paths, or visit the new Reflection Garden. But one thing you won’t see is people swimming. Poor water quality has closed the beach since the early 1920s. Improving water quality at Sabin Point has been an ongoing effort, according to Patrick Hanner, principal planner with the city’s planning department. Since 2013, city officials and Save the Bay have sought ways to retrofit the park and clean the stormwater runoff it sends into the river. The city had taken some of the steps needed to do this, but multiple, expensive filtration projects still remain. The good news is that recently, the cleanup effort received a significant boost: In December, the Rhode Island Attorney General’s office
awarded the city $850,000 from the Volkswagen emissions lawsuit settlement. That money will allow the city to design, permit, and construct the remaining stormwater pretreatment projects needed for a swimmable beach. Cleaning the park’s stormwater runoff sufficiently is still a long-term project, but city officials are optimistic. Diane M. Feather, AICP, the city’s acting planning director, notes that the forfeiture funds have transformed a wish list goal to one with a solid plan. “Originally this project was intended to benefit a future generation with no definitive timeframe,” she says. “However, now with the VW funds shaving years off our timeline and eliminating the city’s need to apply for more grants, this Sabin Point Park swimmable seach project is something we see as being very probable within our generation – perhaps within 10 years.” Maybe it’s time to start training for the inaugural “Swim the Bay” race from Sabin Point to Pawtuxet. -Ed McCarthy
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Safety First
On the surface, the position of Director of Business Regulation for the State of Rhode Island sounds a bit dry, but Liz Tanner will tell you otherwise. Appointed in November 2017, her day can range from issues relating to the bomb squad to marijuana to mobile homes. Overseeing a department of 151 employees between five locations, the DBR is charged with a wide range of licensing and permitting for 10 industries across the state. Fueled by four personal principles, Liz is committed to improving the process for doing business in the state; one
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example is being implemented in July, the State Mobile Food Establishment Registration passed by the General Assembly last June. A Bristol resident since 1997, Liz received her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from University of Rhode Island and a law degree from Western New England School of Law. For 10 years, Liz hung her Tanner Law LTD shingle before joining the RI Commerce Corporation in 2015, where she most recently served as Executive Vice President of Client Services.
Regulations are almost always put in place trying to prevent someone from injury. A big part of my job is listening to complaints. One example was the permitting process for food trucks across the state. In the East Bay, if you want to operate a food truck, you had to physically go to each town and fill out different forms. We had two focus groups with people from fire, several cities, clerks’ associations, food and hospitality industry, and food truck owners. In June, the State Mobile Food Establishment Registration Act, which streamlines the process, passed. It allows food truck owners to have centralized licensing. We felt this bill took care of the administrative paperwork behind-the-scenes, but still allows the municipalities to have local control. The focus groups were key. I’m also the state’s Boxing Commissioner, overseeing boxing and mixed martial arts. We had a boxer with a medical condition not disclosed to us. We had to work with him and his doctors to find a way that would be safe for everyone. I’m also the state’s assayer, also known as state’s liquor taster. If someone felt liquor had been watered-down, I would have to evaluate it. Unfortunately, I’ve not had the opportunity to do that. I lead DBR with four guiding principles. Ethics and integrity, because it’s very important to me that we do the right thing. If we don’t do the right thing, we’re going to figure out how we can. Customer service, which I liken to calling the doctor. When the doctor doesn’t answer the phone, you want someone to call you back. Employee engagement and empowerment, so I encourage training and conversation for professional growth. Continuous improvement, because we are always trying to make things better.
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From marijuana to mobile homes, Director of Business Regulation Liz Tanner oversees it all
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Overture to a Space Opera A symphonic performance of Star Wars refreshes the Philharmonic’s audience
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Everyone remembers that opening shot of Star Wars: The title flashes onto a black screen. Stars twinkle in deep space. There is a blast of brass instruments, overlapping into triumphant crescendo. The main theme is one of the most memorable overtures in history, as familiar to Americans as the National Anthem. The Star Wars score, originally composed by John Williams in 1977, has inspired generations of fans. This month, the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra will perform the score live – while the full movie is screened behind the musicians. Conducted by Lucas Richman, the event will in introduce audiences to the wonders of an inhouse cinematic orchestra. “There are some incredible film scores out there,” says David Beauchesne, executive director of the RI Philharmonic and Music School. “Many are as complex and as moving as any symphony, and yet they rarely get performed. There’s some logic to that, because out of context they often lack the power they possess when presented with the film. Likewise, movies are not as compelling unless they possess a great score.” Synchronizing live instruments and moving pictures was once a common practice, especially during the silent era. Today, this combination is a special treat, especially for a movie as beloved as Star Wars. The performance nicely complements an accessible 2019 season; the TACO Classical series will present favorite
classics like Rossini’s William Tell Overture and Dukas’ The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, and the Amica Rush Hour is designed for music lovers with busy schedules. Last month, the Philharmonic performed for a screening of one of the Harry Potter films, showcasing another John Williams composition. No other screenings are scheduled for now, but the Star Wars event sold out so quickly that symphony added a matinee performance. Beauchesne was five years old when the film came out, and he eventually convinced his mother to let him watch it; Star Wars was the first film he ever saw in a movie theater. Decades later, Beauchesne still holds its music in high regard. And although the instrumentals must rigidly match the action on screen, the experience is thrilling to everyone involved. “The musicians in the orchestra have pointed out that one of the reasons the score is so good is because it is so hard to perform,” says Beauchesne. “John Williams knows how to write for an orchestra. He uses the full range and capacities of every instrument, which makes it challenging for each performer, as well as satisfying for both the musicians and the audience when the music is played well.” May the force be with them. Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert performs March 9 at 2pm and 7pm at the Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset Street, PPACRI.org -Robert Isenberg
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Whether you’re a theater buff or not, you’ve likely heard the buzz around Hamilton: An American Musical, the story of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton told through the eyes of rap and hip hop. It took America by storm in 2015 and 2016, when it won 11 (yes, 11) Tony Awards, including Best Musical, as well as a Grammy for Best Musical Theater Album. Nobody could get tickets to Hamilton; even Beyoncé and Jay-Z had to wait a few days to see the show. Because of all this excitement, and the fact that Hamilton has been used by teachers all over the country to explain the Revolutionary War and subsequent building of our nation, one of the musical’s biggest audience is high school children. Numerous schools in New York City participated in a program called “The Hamilton Project” (nicknamed EduHam) in which 20,000 eleventh grade students saw the play – that’s one out of every four high school juniors in NYC. Rhode Island is getting its own high school Hamilton push with the “Write Your Way to Hamilton” essay contest, sponsored by the
Newport Historical Society, in which tenth graders across the state can write an essay in response to the prompt: “What is happening now in your community, or what could be happening, that has the power to change the future in Rhode Island and potentially the world?” Entrants have the chance to win tickets to see a spring performance of Hamilton with their teachers as chaperones. Papers are due on March 15 and the winners will be announced (from each county in Rhode Island) on April 5. If you’re not in tenth grade, but still want to see the show, fear not: Hamilton is coming to PPAC. Set for a summer performance, tickets have yet to go on sale to the general public, and the date they start selling has also yet to be announced, but according to the Box Office, they expect to begin selling tickets in late spring for the July/August performances. Tickets were included as part of PPAC’s Encore Series, an extension of the Broadway Series. If you want to see Hamilton without traveling out of state, you’d better start checking PPAC’s website daily once the ice begins to thaw because tickets will sell out in a snap.
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The creator and now super-star of Hamilton, Lin-Manuel Miranda, has received international attention for the show. The awards are endless: a Pulitzer prize, a MacArthur Genius Grant, and... a scholarship at Rhode Island College? The Miranda Family recently launched a scholarship at RIC for first generation, underrepresented theater students. Applicants have the chance to win two years-worth of aid, up to $10,000. The Mirandas felt that RIC was the right choice because of the college’s long-running tradition of excellence in musical theater and affordability and accessibility. “It’s challenging to find a pathway to a career in the performing arts when you don’t see yourself represented on that stage,” says Lin-Manuel. “That’s why it’s so important to create opportunities for students who are typically underrepresented in the arts. Rhode Island College is the right place to do this because of its track record of promoting top artistic talent in its music, theater, and dance programs while making quality arts education attainable for students from all backgrounds.” All applicants must be full-time students, maintain a GPA of at least 2.5, participate in a live interview and audition, and write a letter citing what makes them the perfect candidate to receive the award and their post-grad aspirations. One of the recipients of the scholarship this year is not only a first-generation college student, but also a first-generation American, as well as being the only woman to win the scholarship. Senior theater major Andrea Vargas of Riverside was touched when she found out she’d been selected. “Lin sent us a special message and, let me tell you, I was so emotional and excited to see his face up on that screen!” she says. “My mom reminded me after the meeting that where I was sitting when I found out I got the scholarship was the same area I was sitting in when I was 5-years-old, watching The Sound of Music with her, and I turned to her and I said: ‘Mommy, someday, I’m going to do that!’ and I pointed at the actress playing Maria. It was a special moment to be there 16 years later, receiving a scholarship from the Miranda Family.” -Alyssa Anderson
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Warren Town Council President Keri Cronin joins the ranks of women running for, and winning, positions in office nationwide in recent years. She is the first woman to serve in the town’s history, succeeding former president Joseph DePasquale, and alongside her is a female town manager, school committee chairwoman, and female town treasurer. A Southern California native, Cronin moved to New England to attend Emerson College and has since made it her home. When her daughter was young, Cronin and her family moved from Boston to Barrington, where she served on the Parent Teacher Organization and later on the Board of Canvassers. She credits her early interest in politics to her Barrington neighbor and then town-councilmember June Speakman, and seeing the democratic process first-hand when she was working in the polls. In early 2003, Cronin began her involvement with Warren, starting with the boutique she ran with her mother, DISH, that specializes in eco-friendly clothing, jewelry, and accessories. From the connections she made through the store, she got to know the community. She became a founding trustee of the Warren Preservation Society, got involved with
the Bristol Warren Education Foundation, launched Discover Warren with fellow entrepreneur Katie Dickson, and helped start the Warren Heritage Foundation. Then, in 2007, she made the move to downtown. Cronin was approached to run for Town Council in 2014, but fell short by a few points. Despite the loss, she continued to stay involved in the community and grow her business, and in 2016, she was elected to Warren Town Council. “I really enjoy it. It’s been a learning experience – I’ve been an ‘arm chair’ learner of local governance thanks to the relationships I have with people in public service,” Cronin reflects. A self-proclaimed “meeting nerd”, she had gone to council, planning, and zoning meetings, “watching it all happen,” to understand how the process worked. Her advice to those who want to run for office is to do the same – get involved, see how the system works, and understand how it all fits together in the community. Even though she’s made town history as the first female council president, Cronin realizes there is still a lot of work to be done and progress to be made, particularly in representation and diversity on Town Council. Until then, like many women nationwide, she’s moving forward. -Sierra Barter
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East Bay Food Pantry and Thrift Shop We are pleased to introduce Rhody Gem, a new monthly column in The Bay Magazine. We’re always being thanked for spotlighting the “hidden gems” of the state, and in our ongoing efforts to leave no stone unturned, we’re putting the call out to our readership! Each month we’ll spotlight a Rhody Gem: a business, artisan, or place lead to us by our faithful readers. What it is: A thrift shop filled with carefully selected items from home goods to clothing to furniture with proceeds going to the food pantry.
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Where to find it: The thrift shop is located in the basement of Franklin Court Senior Housing, at the corner of Franklin and Wood Streets at 532 Wood Street. What makes it a Rhody Gem? The thrift shop prides itself on an ever-changing selection of quality clothing, shoes, and accessories for the whole family. Furniture, housewares, home décor, small appliances, linens, books, tools, antiques, and vintage treasures can also be found. All proceeds benefit the East Bay Food Pantry in creating a hunger-free community.
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March 6: Kick-off a “Murder at the Movies” themed Classic Film Lecture Series this month with Laura. Other films screened this month include Deathtrap, Gosford Park, and Murder on the Orient Express. Barrington, BarringtonLibrary.org
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March 8: Fireside Trivia Night is a chance to test your flock’s knowledge of nature-themed pop culture trivia and easy facts about the Norman Bird Sanctuary. Middletown, NormanBirdSanctuary.org March 8-9: The Barrington Community Theatre presents two winter shows, “The Greek Mythology Olympiaganza” – comedic retellings of ancient Greek stories – and “Mutually Assured Destruction: 10 Plays About Brothers and Sisters” – examining sibling conflict through the years. Barrington, BarringtonCommunityT.Wixsite.com/BarringtonTheatre
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March 16: The Audubon invites you to step back in time with their Maple Sugaring and Pancake Breakfast. Learn the history of maple sugaring and how to make it yourself, plus sample tasty breakfast treats with syrup. Seekonk, MA, ASRI.org March 23: Learn what you can do as an individual to lower your carbon footprint
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March 9: Back and better than ever is the Bodacious Bee, “Bee Your Best Self”, a fundraiser benefiting the Bristol Warren Education Foundation and its many enrichment programs. Bristol, BWEdFoundation.org
March 23: Attend RWU Dance Theatre’s Junior/Senior Showcase, featuring a selection of original solo, duet, and trio choreography produced by upperclassmen. Bristol, RWU.edu
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The famous Tourister Mill enjoys a second life as luxury living By Robert Isenberg
ot long ago, Danielle Marcello was giving a tour of the Tourister Mill, the colossal brick apartment complex on the edge of Warren. The visitors were a married couple from Massachusetts, and they seemed awestruck by the voluminous rooms, the high ceilings, and the tall windows. This reaction was nothing new; as property manager for the Tourister Mill, Marcello has seen a lot of stunned expressions. But as she talked with her guests, Marcello learned something about their past: Both husband and wife were once employees for the American Tourister Luggage company. In fact, they used to work in this very building. “They were just amazed at what we had done,” recalls Marcello. The couple remembered what the factory used to look like. They could picture the industrial cranes that once loomed over the lot. They ogled the archival photos blown up and hanging on the walls, as well as vintage suitcases on display. They could pinpoint their own workstations – where they had spent years of their lives. They told Marcello that they’d never wanted to leave the East Bay, but when American Tourister sent most of its operations overseas, the couple migrated north to work for its parent company, Samsonite. “I hear a lot of stories,” says Marcello. “When people ask me what I do for a job, anyone from the area knows what the building is, and the consensus is the same. They’re very happy that it’s been renovated. They’re happy that it’s not dilapidated anymore.” In the 1970s, American Tourister ran a series of TV commercials showing a gorilla – or at least an actor dressed like one – stomping on a suitcase and hurling it around a cage. The ad was meant to show off American Tourister’s indestructible luggage. In hindsight, it also displayed the confidence of a national brand in its heyday. Where better to manufacture such a durable, trusted product than Rhode Island? Unfortunately, all that ended in 1996. Samsonite had acquired American Tourister, and the luggage giant closed the facilities in Warren along with a second plant in Florida, terminating 137 positions. The company had employed much of Warren’s population since the Great Depression, and the factory itself dated back to 1896. There was no hiding such a closure; the site covered about 12 acres of waterfront property, just a stone’s throw from the Warren Bridge. For years, commuters would drive past that empty brick shell, the titanic ruins of a bygone age. Enter Brady Sullivan, the plucky real estate developer from New Hampshire. The company boasts a diverse portfolio of houses and commercial projects spread across New England, but its trademark is upscale apartments in former industrial buildings. Brady Sullivan purchased the Tourister
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Soaring ceilings, rustic wide-plank wood floors, and exposed brick are just some of the original mill features that make loft living such a draw
property in 2013 and embarked on a two-year renovation process. Their goal: to install 190 loft apartments of various shapes and sizes inside the original structure. They would replace 900 windows, but they would also retain and refinish the original wood floors, among countless other architectural curios. The restoration extends beyond the rental units – Brady Sullivan has also developed 65,000 square feet of commercial space on the first floor, as well as a generous outdoor patio. There is a game room, a fitness center full of brand-new exercise machines, an indoor cinema with wide-screen TVs and plush seating, and even a putting room for golfers. Meanwhile, the company is spearheading a 2,200-squarefoot boardwalk along the Palmer River, which will be available to the public. Brady Sullivan’s staff is tightlipped about details, but it suffices to say that this project is ambitious and ongoing. But all this begs the question: Who actually lives in the Tourister Mill? Many of us fantasize about openplan lofts with exposed brick and 10-foot ceilings, but such habitation doesn’t come cheap. Monthly rents start at $1,260 for a studio, all the way up to a
The trendy loft apartments, once filled with industrial workstations, are now home to young professionals and downsizers
Photos couresy of Tourister Mill
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five-bedroom apartment for $3,800. “A lot of them are young professionals,” says Alison Phillips, senior regional property manager for Brady Sullivan. “Downsizers, too. At this particular location, the water is a huge draw. People who grew up near the water, they love the view. We have a good handful of people who do commute to Providence. Some people work certain days from home.” The industrial aesthetic attracts all kinds, and it’s become in popular urban settings like Harlem and the Garment District in New York. Despite its size, Warren offers certain benefits of a bigger city, such as walkable roads. You can easily stroll on foot to Water Street, which is replete with restaurants, specialty shops, and art spaces. Residents can cross the bridge to Barrington, on foot or by car. They can even hop on the East Bay Bike Trail and pedal all the way to India Point Park. Commuters can still drive to Downcity in under a half-hour, which is about the national average. For many, Tourister is a bedroom community that is neither tracthome suburb nor gated plan. Residents get the best of a city and a small town, and they can
The Tourister Mill takes up nearly 12 acres along Warren’s waterfront, a visible reminder of an industrial age long past
three such events so far – the complex’s equivalent of a block party – and all have been well attended. “I work in real estate in Massachusetts,” says Alison Makuch, “and I always have an ear out. I’m always out here in the East Bay Area, and I really like it a lot.” In fact, Makuch and her husband liked the area so much that they sold their house and moved into the Tourister Mill
wake up to a vista of sailboats docked at the nearby marina. The most peculiar perk of living at Tourister is that leases start at six months. This is punishingly rare in the rental industry, but Brady Sullivan knows its market. Many residents, like visiting nurses or homeowners in mid-renovation, move into a loft for the short-term. There is also a population of retirees who like the low-maintenance lifestyle because there’s no lawn to care for, no security system to install, and no mortgage-level commitment. On-site storage and garaged parking make it easy to keep bigger possessions safe, if not visible. Marcello mentions one couple that signed a 16-month lease, knowing that they would spend six of those months in Florida. Even sailboat owners – and there are many in the East Bay – have a nearby place to tie up their craft. In other parts of Rhode Island, it’s hard to imagine getting such a return on, say, $2,000 a month. The commercial spaces have also attracted renters, including studio47 Pilates and a local
branch of Blue Fin Capital. The vast spaces can accommodate a wide range of businesses. Customers have plenty of parking, and some of them can just walk downstairs. “We have a lot of tenants who actually have started to use services in the building,” says Marcello. “It’s great, because there’s the convenience of being their own home. We have a dentist who recently moved in, and they offer the tenants lots of different kinds of discounts. We have a couple of financial groups, also, and they bring in a lot of clients in and out of the building.” The revived Tourister Mill is still new, but residents have made fast connections. “I feel like the tenants have created a great community together,” adds Modello. “Everybody is friendly and talks to one another. I’ve worked at many other properties, and there is a good amount of people here who want to come together. Everybody walks past each other and says hi. They’ve put together their own community functions and reserved the party room, so they can meet one another.” She says there have been
last October. She wanted to take advantage of the seller’s market. They had lived in an 18th century cottage, and they knew that such historic structures would be harder to sell when the market shifted. Their children grown, the couple had little motivation to stay anchored. “We looked at many different rentals, private homes, many other mills that were converted,” says Makuch. “But Brady Sullivan did an amazing job on the quality of the renovation.” Makuch’s husband doesn’t mind his hour-long commute to work in Massachusetts, and their only reservation about moving into Tourister was the close quarters. Makuch has always lived in single-family homes separate from other people, and she was wary of so many other units stacked all around her. But Makuch and her husband have adapted smoothly to their new digs. When an electrical plug stopped working, a maintenance worker arrived in minutes, a promptness she had never experienced before. “The staff is amazing,” she says. “It’s quiet. I don’t have any complaints.” Makuch grew up in Swansea, and her real estate office is based in Fall River. “There were some mills in Fall River, but they’re sitting on I-95,” she notes. “Warren is a funky old working town, an old blue-collar sea town, like where I grew up. We were only going to stay six months, but we thought, ‘Oh, no. We have to stay longer.’ That’s how much it’s allowing us to take a deep breath. It’s been seamless for us.” The real clincher: “The water. I grew up by the water.”
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Expertise. Persistence. Compassion. Resilient. These are just a few of the words clients use to describe attorneys Kristine S. Trocki and Monique M. Paquin of KRISTINE S. TROCKI, ATTORNEY AND COUNSELLOR AT LAW (KST Law). Kristine and Monique are not your average counselors at law. With utmost professionalism and a shared relentless focus, these leading women work together as a unified team to get the best possible outcome for their clients.
The Dynamic Team Approach Kristine opened KST Law, a full-service community law firm, in 2006. Monique joined in November 2013, and has worked alongside Kristine ever since to offer creative and proactive legal solutions for their clients. Practicing law as a team is just one way that distinguishes the leading women from their colleagues at other law firms. Both women are dedicated to providing the highest quality client care through transparency and communication. In fact, when you call KST Law, you will always speak directly with Kristine and/or Monique. Both attorneys are always fully informed of all details in every client’s matter. This close-knit team approach provides incisive, comprehensive, and customized care, and allows clients to receive the full benefits of two attorneys while essentially only paying for one. “Our team is completely in sync, and it’s powerful,” says Kristine. “It’s our secret weapon.” The dynamic women bring a high level of preparedness, expertise, and determination to each case. “Never underestimate us,” Kristine says. As a client once told Kristine she “Loved the fact that we are not only highly intelligent, but can advocate on a wide spectrumfrom thoughtful, practical and kind to full on pit bulls with lipstick, if need be.”
Stronger Together Since Kristine and Monique work with clients so closely, often during highly-emotional periods of their clients’ lives, both women are focused on their clients’ overall well-being. “It’s not just about the biggest financial settlement or winning a tough case - it’s also
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about coming out of this personal challenge stronger than you were when it began,” Kristine says. They also see clients at happier moments in their lives, be it starting a new business or crafting a will after the birth of a child. “We are grateful to be our clients ‘lawyers for life,’ and to help them navigate through the changes and challenges they may face throughout their lifetime,” Monique adds.
Community & Connections As leaders in law and as well as in their respective communities, Kristine and Monique value their clients and work diligently to establish client satisfaction and long-term relationships. Making a meaningful and lasting impact in someone’s life comes with gratitude for both attorneys. “We care deeply, and that’s why we fight with a relentless drive for our clients.” Kristine says. “We are so grateful for the genuine, trusted connections we make with our clients. This makes all the difference.” Kristine and Monique are each certified mediators and are each licensed to practice law in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Kristine completed her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees at University of Rhode Island and received her Law Degree in 1999 from Northeastern School of Law. Monique is a May 2013 graduate of Roger Williams University School of Law and also completed her Bachelor’s Degree at RWU. Kristine served as President of the Jamestown Town Council 2012-2018, and has served on the board of the Jamestown Chamber of Commerce. Monique has served as the Executive Director of the Jamestown Chamber of Commerce since June 2016.
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As United Way of Rhode Island sits uniquely at the intersection of nonprofit, business, government, and community, Nicolato is energized by the diversity of ideas presented to make our communities stronger. “No matter where people stand on a particular issue, when they come to the table to find ways to help their neighbors, that is what comes before anything else,” she adds. Nicolato is quick to highlight the important, yet evolving, role philanthropy plays in United Way’s work, embracing donors’ move to want to experience the mission firsthand – and then consider making a gift. “It’s cultivating these meaningful volunteer experiences and relationships that demonstrate the cumulative impact we can all have,” she says.
CORTNEY NICOLATO President & CEO
Rhode Islanders are so passionate about helping Rhode Islanders and I see that passion each day in our community.
In September 2018, Cortney Nicolato began her role as President and CEO of UNITED WAY OF RHODE ISLAND, succeeding longtime executive Anthony Maione following his retirement. Born and raised in Pawtucket and a University of Rhode Island graduate, Cortney was recruited to Texas in 2005 to pursue her career. Following a progression of executive leadership positions with the American Heart Association, she later led the largest social services nonprofit serving aging adults in North Texas. Humbled – and excited – to come back to the Ocean State and serve the community she’s always considered home, Nicolato hit the ground running and is approaching the six-month mark of her United Way tenure. “Rhode Islanders are so passionate about helping Rhode Islanders and I see that passion each day in our community,” she says. “If we’re going to address our most pressing social issues, it’s imperative we
work together – and Rhode Islanders work best when we collaborate.” Cultivating strategic partnerships has been a theme throughout Nicolato’s career and a guiding force as she looks to build upon the impressive work being done in many areas. It is those same areas where she also sees opportunities to address issues at their root cause. Among them are identifying why 12 percent of third graders miss more than 10 percent (over 15 days) of the school year. This chronic absenteeism plays a significant role in students’ ability to learn, particularly at an age when a child’s grade-level reading proficiency is a strong indicator of future academic success and, subsequently, their career path. “We know this issue is rooted deeply in meeting children’s basic needs. We also know it will take innovative programming and policy to solve it,” says Nicolato. “For example, every Rhode Islander should be able to find a home they can afford, but that’s not the case today.”
Two groups she points to as examples are United Way’s Young Leaders Circle and its Women United affinity group. More than 1,500 members strong, YLC raises funds to send local kids to summer learning programs, while Women United members dedicate their time and resources to improving childhood literacy. “We’ve also grown the volunteer opportunities available to families and their children. There’s incredible interest in wanting to volunteer together and pass down the importance of helping others,” she says. Throughout United Way of Rhode Island’s 92-year history, seeking innovative ideas and welcoming an outside-the-box approach to solve community challenges have been instrumental in defining the organization’s legacy. And as United Way moves forward into its next chapter, Nicolato welcomes all who wish to contribute and join “our” work. Follow her on Twitter @CortneyNic, or reach her at cortney.nicolato@uwri.org.
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THE LEADING LADIES AT PROVIDENCE PICTURE FRAME
Left to right: Miranda, Mary, Lisa Bushee, Diolinda, Dale, and Lisa Lagory, and PPF Mascots Edie and Emma
PROVIDENCE PICTURE FRAME started in 1850, and has been helping people making beautiful memories ever since. Over the decades, the store went from a tiny spot in The Arcade to the major art destination that it is now. Today, Providence Picture Frame is housed in a historic mill off North Main Street. They offer framing, and also photo and painting restoration, printing and appraisals, and sell antique maps, framed prints, and mirrors. Their Dryden Gallery, with three exhibition spaces that showcase art by local artists, has become a major art destination in the area, and can host events of up to 200 people. It all adds up to a full acre of space devoted to local art and fine craftsmanship, and a staff of people who spend their lives making spaces more beautiful. Meet the Leading Ladies Providence Picture Frame team. Donna Parsons has been Gallery Director at Providence Picture Frame & Dryden Gallery for six years, and has been with the company for over 15 years. As Gallery Director, Donna is responsible for filling the gallery’s three exhibition rooms: the Red Gallery on the first floor, the Piano Room on the second, and the Grand Gallery upstairs, which is over 3,500 square feet and is considered one of the finest galleries in New England. Miranda Harreys came to Providence Picture Frame in 2013 as part of a career change. With some experience from another shop but, more importantly, with a friendly personality and a lifetime of sewing skills, she is now an expert
in hand sewing and the archival treatment of everything from fine silk tapestries, to sports jerseys belonging, to members of major New England sports clubs.
The staff spends their lives making spaces more beautiful. Dale Ryan, sales manager, has been with Providence Picture Frame since it was a tiny shop in The Arcade. Her primary role, as she describes it, is meeting new people and improving their spaces, helping them to envision the difference that great framing can make not just to one photo or piece of art, but to a whole room. She works closely with local offices to place artwork that fits their business and their budget. Diolinda Pereira started with the company 18 years ago and quickly demonstrated her skill as a craftsperson with an eye for detail. Once all of the various tasks have been performed on a customer’s project and components produced, she is the one who brings it all together for final assembly and inspection. She’s never afraid to kick something back into production if she is not happy with it. If it’s hanging on your wall, it’s probably because Diolinda said it could.
Lisa Lagory is the head of Providence Picture Frame’s matting and archival treatment department. She is an expert in the ancient art of paper hinges for high value works on paper, and at the same time, she is also recognized as one of North America’s most knowledgeable users of CAD mat cutting machines. Combine this with her design expertise, and she is a triple threat. Lisa Bushee is half of the growing digital reproduction and printing department. With years of experience as professional photographer, photo editor and printmaker, she is able work with the most exacting professionals, but her warm personality allows her to also make the least tech-savvy customers feel right at home. In addition to her technical skills, Lisa is also works with customers to help frame anything that they have printed. Mary Lindberg is the newest member of the team, and comes with a diverse background in art and design. An artist herself, she has a broad range of skills from painting on various substrates, sculpture, set design, and light carpentry. She is a triple threat – working with customers at the design counter, in their homes as an art installer, and in the workshop as a framer.
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THE DESIGN + BUILD TEAM AT RI KITCHEN & BATH “Our entire team is committed to sharing the latest product and material trends, as well as providing tips on what homeowners need to know before tackling a remodeling project.” Tanya and Prudence – along with design team members Kingsley Catalucci, Stephanie McShane, Erika Pearson, and Billie Senzek – have long hosted design seminars and cooking demonstrations, but this year they are taking them to the next level with over 25 events planned. Highlights include their annual Home Remodeling Fair on March 23, which will include a variety of mini-seminars like 10 Steps to a Successful Remodel and Kitchen and Bathroom Trends. A new ongoing series brings acclaimed chef Walter Potenza to the showroom’s stateLeft to right: Erika Pearson, Prudence Stoddard, Tanya Donahue, Billie Senzek, Kingsley Catalucci, Stephanie McShane
of-the art kitchen for hands-on cooking workshops. Kevin O’Connor from This Old House returns to RIKB on October 26 for a not-to-bemissed seminar. The team is also looking forward to exhibiting at the RI
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Their 3,000-square-foot showroom in Warwick is full of kitchen and bath ideas. It’s also a space to educate and inspire. “I love developing and conducting design seminars,” Prudence says.
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TRACY LEROUX Advertising & Real Estate Firm Owner “Every day brings a new challenge,” says Tracy LeRoux. “I’m proud that I’ve had the resilience to evolve the company and continue to grow as a professional after all these years.” Tracy began her impressive career in New York City, where she worked on the public relations team for Ralph Lauren. After earning her Master’s from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism, she spent several pivotal years working at Leo Burnett and The Martin Agency. “My experience at these legendary advertising agencies gave me incredible access to the nation’s top advertisers and brands,” she says. Her track record in turning around troubled brands while increasing agency profits earned her vice president status at The Martin Agency before her 29th birthday. Soon thereafter, Tracy ventured out on her own and founded THE LINK AGENCY. With little more than a laptop and cell phone, Tracy started one of the nation’s leading advertising agencies by landing Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund, the world’s second-largest public charity, as her first client. Within a few months, TJX Corp., Goya Foods, Pulte Homebuilders, and Kellogg’s came aboard. A visionary
brand strategist, Tracy helps businesses turn “issues” into “ideas,” and transforms a “broken brand” into a “breakthrough business.” “I’m passionate about inspiring others, reenergizing tired brands, and leading change,” she says. Having such in-depth knowledge of her clients’ businesses, Tracy would often be involved in their real estate transactions. This prompted her to expand her firm’s capabilities into real estate marketing with LINK REAL ESTATE. The boutique real estate firm has seen a recent expansion of residential and commercial representation on the East Bay, as well as opened a storefront location in Barrington. Whether she’s teaching at Roger Williams University, handling a real estate transaction, or advising CEO’s, her mission is to help others achieve their goals. “I do it because I love it. People trust me to help them, and that is extremely rewarding to me.” 184 County Rd., Barrington. 289-2600, TheLinkAgencyUS.com The Bay • March 2019 29
BLYTHE PENNA Owner
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Blythe Penna started RUFFIN’ WRANGLERS® in 2007 and RW has done over 165,000 dog excursions since! “We provide an exclusive experience for your dog,” Blythe says. RW excursions are much more than a leash walk. “If your dog is full of energy, tends to prefer the company of canines, and loves being outside running off-leash, then this is the perfect choice!” Ruffin’ Wranglers® has a private ranch, solely for their RW dogs, located in Rehoboth. The professional “wranglers” take care of pick-up, drop-off, and the fun time your dog has at the RW Ranch. These unique adventures provide your dog the space they need to safely run free, play, and socialize with their best pals. “Our ranch is about seven acres of fenced, beautiful land,” she says. “Come rain, shine, sleet, or snow… our wranglers are always there for your dogs.” In 2014, The Rhode Island Small Business Journal recognized Blythe as one of the seven Entrepreneurial Women to Watch in RI. “I am extremely proud of the company that my Wranglers and I have built. We deliver canine nirvana on a daily basis, which in turn gives us immense joy.” Their Facebook and Instagram pages are a must follow for any dog lover, and their website has videos and a virtual tour of the expansive RW Ranch. “There is nothing like connecting with an animal’s spirit,” Blythe says. “They are pure love and they teach us lessons in love every day.” Providence 401-419-4318 RuffinWranglers.com 30
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“We are a women-run boutique law firm with a focus on trusts and estates and elder law, as well as the business law and transactional matters critical throughout the life of your business. Our unwavering goal is a successful resolution of your legal issues, along with the utmost in client satisfaction.” At MOONAN, STRATTON & WALDMAN, partners Kristen Prull Moonan and Amy Stratton take a hands-on approach… from the very first meeting to the conclusion of the legal matter. The firm’s roots date back three generations. “We are proud of our long-term relationships with clients and their families.” “We appreciate that our clients come to us for our depth of technical knowledge, but also for our sensitivity to their current circumstances, which may, at times, be challenging and overwhelming.” The firm is known for listening with compassion and consideration to clients’
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LISA SIENKIEWICZ & GAIL PARELLA Co-Owners & Sisters GIL’S APPLIANCES is a family-owned and operated appliance store with locations in Bristol and Middletown. Lisa Sienkiewicz and Gail Parella, co-owners and sisters, are proud to continue a tradition of trust, integrity, and value started by their parents, Gil and Sarah Almeida, in 1961. Family and community values have always played an important role in their business strategy and they are proud to be a multi-generational local family business that can thrive in an age of big box stores and online shopping. Lisa and Gail are careful to ensure that their focus stays on superior customer service, competitive pricing, and a strong connection to the communities they serve. Gil’s launched the hugely successful Gil’s Loves Local initiative in 2018 highlighting local foods, farms, chefs, and artisans through in-store cooking classes, events, and displays. Gil’s carries all major appliance brands, offers free delivery, free removal of old appliances, and free delivery and
assembly on all outdoor grills. Financing is available for qualified customers. Visit Gil’s for more details and follow them on Facebook and Instagram for information on upcoming promotions and Gil’s Loves Local events. You’ll see why Lisa and Gail are truly “Leading Ladies” in their field. Bristol: 397 Metacom Ave., 253-9789 Middletown: 926 Aquidneck Ave., 314-9789 GilsAppliances.com
CINDIE DEMELLO & TANYA DIMARCO Healthy Meal Delivery Service Co-Owners
Left to right: Tanya and Cindie
“We know that meal preparation is hard work, time consuming, and can be extremely stressful,” say Cindie DeMello and Tanya DiMarco, co-owners of good4u. “We take all of that off your plate…and put some healthy meals on it!” good4u is a healthy food prep and delivery service based out of the kitchens at Hope & Main in Warren. “We provide healthy, well-balanced, calorie conscious, nutrient dense meals,” Tanya says, adding that meals are catered around the customer’s goals. “Whether their goal is weight loss, portion control, restricting sodium, or just making life a little more manageable,
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we work with each customer to help meet their needs.” Cindie started her career over 25 years ago as a personal trainer. “One of the major roadblocks from keeping people from reaching their goals was time – time to plan, shop, and prepare healthy meals,” she says. With a degree in Exercise Science and Nutrition, Cindie headed back to school, this time JWU, to earn a culinary degree. “What makes good4u different is that it comes with a personal trainer’s stamp of approval,” Cindie says. Tanya adds, “It’s part of our recipe for success.” Indeed, planning, shopping, preparing, packaging, and delivering hundreds of meals is not an easy task. “The amazing feedback we get from our customers is what keeps us motivated…and that keeps them motivated!” says Cindie. “We truly value each customer, and take the time to get to know them as people and the challenges they face,” Tanya says. They are both excited about the year ahead, especially a new pick-up retail location inside Body Natural Fitness Center in Barrington. “Customers are often lined up and waiting for us when we arrive with the meals. It’s been extremely well received,” they say. “We have a few plans on how to expand our services. Knowing that we help others achieve their goals is our greatest inspiration.”
The moment Dr. Noni Thomas López was hired by THE GORDON SCHOOL, she made history: Dr. Thomas López is the first person of color to serve as the independent school’s Head of School. This is landmark, but it’s only the latest in a groundbreaking career in education. She earned her MA from Columbia University, where she was awarded a Joseph Klingenstein fellowship to study independent school leadership, and she later earned her EdD from the University of Pennsylvania. “I benefited immensely from mentorship early in my career,” says Dr. Thomas López, “and I am proud that aspiring leaders, particularly women and people of color, seek me out for guidance and mentorship. I believe my purpose is to create spaces where others can discover and enact their purpose.” She believes strongly in the Gordon School mission, which stresses justice, everyday activism, and service to others. She was also attracted to Gordon’s child-centered developmental approach, because students can enroll as toddlers and remain through eighth grade,
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encompassing their most formative years. “Perhaps the best example is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion,” she says. “Gordon started that work long before many independent schools realized its importance. I’ve been working in educational leadership for over two decades. Since my early days as an educator, Gordon has loomed large in my imagination for being a school on the cutting edge. I’m really excited for this new chapter in my career.” Dr. Thomas López most recently lived in the Bronx, where she served as Assistant Head of School at Ethical Culture Fieldston School. She personally oversaw curriculum and instruction for a school of 1,750 students and 325 faculty and staff. Given this high level of discipline and community engagement, colleagues are often surprised by her demeanor. “On a team of nine, I’m the only introvert, so they all know that I need solo time to recharge. But I think people who know me would say that I am authentic, that I put relationships first, and that I like to have fun.”
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MIKAYLA ROBERTS Owner & Cleaning Expert
Yadira Alexander, owner of SPA YADIRA, believes great skin is a family value. “My mother passed her love of preserving her skin onto me, and I am humbled to pass it on to my loyal clients. It’s been a honor for the last 19 years to give them beautiful, radiant skin.” The relaxing and serene spa also has a wide menu of skin and body services. 182 High Street, Bristol. 401-396-9444, SpaYadira.com
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Rachel Ferreira is a bright and active student at URI. She majors in Health Studies, minors in Leadership Studies, and spends her time advocating on behalf of people with disabilities – or “diffabilities” – a term she coined to illuminate that everyone offers something different. Rachel lives with Cerebral Palsy, but doesn’t define herself by the condition. She embraces it is a part of who she is and uses it as a platform to enlighten and inspire. Recently Rachel auditioned to give a TEDx talk on campus and was one of a handful selected from 100. She auditioned with an impromptu speech about her own experiences sailing with SAIL TO PREVAIL, Rhode Island’s Disabled Sailing Center that offers therapeutic sailing to over 1500 children and adults with disabilities each year. “Sail to Prevail taught me I can do anything,” she says. Founded in 1982, Sail to Prevail rebranded in 2010 to better reflect its mission. Programs promote the mind, body and spirit philosophy and encourage participation aboard their fleet of specially adapted 20foot sailboats. Measurable outcomes include increased self-confidence and leadership skills. Says the organization’s CEO Paul Callahan, “Rachel truly is a Leading Lady among so many in Rhode Island. Sail To Prevail is fortunate and honored to have been part of her journey.”
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SARAH VIVEIROS Stylist & Salon Owner
Chef-Owner, Crepelicious
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68 Maple Ave.,
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their homes. Offering professional cleaning services for commercial
and
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properties, she prides herself on her punctuality and her attention to detail. But what really makes CLEANING BY MIKAYLA a success is her customer service. “It’s important to meet all of my clients and customize a cleaning schedule tailored to their needs.”
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Owner & Hair Stylist
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Leah Carlson always
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do hair. Her love for
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she opened LALALUXE SALON. Nine years
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mom. Seeing my clients smile is what keeps
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Barrington. 337-5945, CrepeliciousRI.com
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her
139 Elmgrove Ave, Providence;
Tourister Mill, Warren. LaLaLuxeSalon.com
Life & Style Shop SHOP
Home
Whole Body
The Influencer
by Elyse Major • photography by Brandon Harmon
Live Colorfully Cerulean
If you’re a fan of Crayolas, you know that cerulean is a shade of blue, and if you live on the East Bay, hopefully you know that it’s also the name of a wonderful shop in Warren. The enterprise is the brick-and-mortar dream of creative team Kate Simpson and Althea Tower. Artisans themselves, the duo has filled the shop with their own handiwork, along with other locally made items and small brands. Wander the inviting space to find Simpson’s jewelry and Tower’s painted signs along with upcycled furniture, paper goods, seasonal items, and affordable pieces of art in most every color of the crayon box.
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Freshwater pearl necklace, $130 Watercolor notecard, $8 Painted wood block, $15 RI license plate key ring, $10 Green stretch bracelet trio, $15
Ceru lea n 30 Child Street, Warren • 508-274-7189 CeruleanRI.com
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Life & Style WHOLE BODY
by Sierra Barter
Hot Yoga, Cold Weather Go with the Slow Flow at Barrington’s Synergy Yoga that everyone was on their own journey. My class was meant for – and full of – folks at all levels. The class was challenging, but the instructor, Beth, was fantastic and helped with adjustments and encouraged everyone to go at their own pace. The Slow Flow style was the perfect way to wind down a long day.
TIPS FOR PRACTICING AT SYNERGY POWER YOGA Drink water! Make sure to bring your own water bottle (Synergy provides a water cooler in the changing area) to class to stay hydrated. I forgot my bottle and Beth kindly let me borrow one of theirs that they wash after each use. It’s important to drink water during and after a workout, but it is especially important during hot yoga. After class, make sure to guzzle another bottle. BYOM: Bring Your Own Mat! There are extras in case you forget, but make sure to bring one. Synergy also provides blankets, yoga blocks and other accessories
Stepping into Synergy Yoga on a chilly Wednesday night for their Slow Flow Vinyasa was instantly comforting and calming. The space in Barrington offers ample parking (always a plus), a bike rack, and an area for changing and storing your stuff – completely separated from where you practice. After changing, I was warmly greeted by Beth, our the teacher for the evening. She noticed I was new and asked if I had any questions or needed anything. I noticed that the check-in process was manual; guests all wrote
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their names in a notebook, as opposed to a phone or iPad. This simple task also set the tone for the session. The class was 75 minutes and heated to a warm 80+ degrees. My fellow yogis were all different ages and in true Rhode Island fashion, I ran into a friend who has been practicing at the space for years and told me how supportive and wonderful the Synergy Yoga community was. From the immediate warm welcome, I could tell this was a place of acceptance
REMEMBER IT’S YOUR PRACTICE: It’s easy to look at others and compare—remember that yoga is a journey and everyone has their own practice. Set goals for yourself and listen to your body. Book classes at Synergy Power Yoga online at their website or with ClassPass.com.
Synergy Power Yoga 32 Bay Spring Avenue, Barrington • 401-289-0966 SynergyPowerYoga.com
Photography by Michael Cevoli
GET THERE EARLY: Arrive 10-15 minutes before class to settle in, fill up your water bottle, and get a spot that works for you. The closer to the instructor you are, the warmer the room is.
Life & Style INFLUENCER
by Jackie Ignall
Kim Lamothe and Christopher Moon
Photo courtesy of Greenlion Design
Greenlion
Our own personal style can be described as natural, eclectic, free-flowing, bohemian, sustainable, and relaxed. Most of the time, we are covered in dog hair and dirt. Greenlion started as a garden design company and after doing the flowers for a dear friend’s wedding we became a flower and garden design company. Having a background in gardens helped us have an eye for unique combinations and palettes in our work. We were featured in Martha Stewart Weddings in 2015, which was great for our company. Our aesthetic is very gardenesque: flowy, natural, and a bit unruly. As gardeners, we are both inspired by how plants look in gardens together – the textures, movement, inconsistencies, and
we use so much from our gardens to create our floral pieces. Having a studio in Newport, we are inspired by the beautiful historic seaside town. The doorways alone, patina on bricks, shades of the water, historic gardens and the unique waves of people that pass through. Oh and the awesome locals! We love connecting with our clients over design and translating what’s in people’s minds through our style and abilities. Getting to create for people and interpret nature with them is so inspiring. Also talking about our dogs, their dogs, and dogs in general. Through Instagram, we showcase our work and are lucky that Kim dabbles in pho-
doggies, and lives for our feed. We also get so many wonderful images from working with so many talented photographers. Rhode Island has an amazing community of creatives. We are endlessly inspired and pushed creatively by the talent that surrounds us. There are incredible musicians, floral designers, painters, masons, landscape architects, interior designers, and photographers. The list goes on and on of the talent we are surrounded by in our very small, but amazing state.”
palettes. Our floral work evokes the garden as
tography. She often takes images of work,
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Life & Style HOME
by Elyse Major
Shelf Life
Step inside the Bristol townhouse of Loretta and Geoffrey Marion and it’s no mystery that this is a couple who values the printed page. “It’s all about the books for us. There are books in nearly every room of our home,” begins Loretta. “My husband and I are both true bibliophiles with an ever-expanding collection: Classic literature, history and biographies, commercial fiction, mysteries, I could go on.” Loretta is an author and her latest book “House of Ashes” is the first in her new Haunted Bluffs Mystery series. With a home overlooking a preserve and views of Mount Hope Bay it’s clear that this idyllic farmcoast location informs a similar setting of Loretta’s latest effort, which takes place on Cape Cod. “Being able to gaze out at nature is inspiring for my writing.” When the Marions took residence of their
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Photography by Grace Lentini
A Bristol author fills her home with books and storied collections
GET RHODY STYLE Author Loretta Marion muses about creating spaces with personalities as distinct as her characters SHOP LOCAL The Marions head to Gils for appliances, Cardi’s for furniture, and the following for most everything else: Jackie’s Loft; Kate & Co.; Grasmere; Epilogues; CR Mercantile; Ink Fish Books; Hotpoint Artist Emporium; the gift shop at Linden Place; and Paper, Packaging and Panache. DISPLAYS OF AFFECTION The Marions surround themselves with objects that provide a sense of place and family history, such as heirlooms and artwork. Says Loretta, “You can find books about Rhode Island as well
home from rural Connecticut ten years ago, the first task was making space for a library’s worth of tomes. Built-in shelving now spans entire walls of large rooms on the main floor while a second-story loft and basement fixtures keep even more books at the ready. Warm woods and neutral walls contribute to the welcoming feel. “My husband calls the sunroom my theater of creativity because that’s where I write. It’s a comfortable and brightly lit room with lots of books, family photographs, and an inspiring view out to the preserve and the Bay.” Accents in the Marion home are personal, like the cherished Underwood typewriter, an antique that belonged to her mother. “It is a reminder of her constant encouragement through all the ups and downs of my writing journey,” Loretta says. Loretta uses “eclectic, casual, and fun” to describe her decor, noting a diverse collection of art, from surreal to whimsical to
as copies of The Bay Magazine scattered about the house!” RISE AND SHINE Loretta chose a rooster motif window treatment to add whimsy to the dining room, later learning that the bird is symbolic to Portuguese culture, “which is so important to this area of Rhode Island.” TRUST YOUR GUT “I always enjoyed surreal art as found in museums, but until I met my husband, I hadn’t thought about selecting the rather bizarre paintings for the decor of my home. However, the more peculiar collections have been relegated to the basement, which is a really fun space.”
classic. “We love dogs and there are winks to our canine friends throughout the home, including a guest bedroom decorated totally in ‘dog’.” Other collections include antique yellowware bowls and Italian ceramic dishes, which also serve as reminders of Loretta’s mother. Watercolors painted by Geoffrey’s father along with a dog painting that he helped design, infuse walls with sentiment and color. Says Loretta, “I love the dramatic look of the cathedral ceilings which open to the second-floor loft, and the fact that the townhouse does not have the feeling of an attached condo. Instead it feels like a free-standing home.”
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SHINING LIGHT ON HIDDEN GEMS
What is a Rhody Gem? They are local businesses, people and places. They are unique, off the beaten path, and are community-focused. They are special to you, and we want to know why!
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Food & Drink Experience
Food News
In The Kitchen
Restaurant Guide
Grab a pint of Guinness from Aidan’s Pub to celebrate St. Patty’s Day
Celtic Cavorting Aidan’s Pub in Bristol brings a wee bit of the Emerald Isle to Rhode Island Aidan’s Pub is full of Irish knick-knacks: There are old Guinness posters, vintage photographs, and a stained-glass window of a Celtic harp. The menu includes all the Irish favorites, like Corned Beef Potato Cakes and Lamb Shepherd’s Pie. The first floor is lovely, with the oldworld decor of a Galway tavern, and the second story is dubbed “The James Joyce Room,” with tables set on wood barrels. In other words, Aidan’s is worth a visit any day of the year, but St. Patrick’s Day is the best time for a pint of ale and some “good craic.” Come early for a special breakfast, stay and sample any of the pub’s 88 beers, and get into the holiday spirit with a plate of corned beef
and cabbage. The lineup of live Irish music will include house regulars The Publicans, and the festivities should continue long into the night. Expect crowds, as Aidan’s is one of the few dedicated Irish pubs in the East Bay, and it’ll likely be too chilly to take advantage of the establishment’s ample deck. Lots of folks stay home on St. Patrick’s Day, of course, even if their blood runs green. Luckily, you can partake in Aidan’s food and brews whenever you like, music is performed each weekend, and you can stop in for karaoke and trivia every Tuesday night. Sláinte! 5 John Street, Bristol, AidansPub.com -Robert Isenberg
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Food & Drink EXPERIENCE
by Alastair Cairns
East Providence Pizza Patrons
Even after well over a century of marching from East Coast to West, it’s incredible to think that Italian food still has enough energy to double back on itself to visit one of its historic cradles. A new California-based franchise, MidiCi Neapolitan Pizza Company is opening dozens of locations nationally. With a State of Emergency in Newport due to lack of gas supply, we took the opportunity to visit ours in East Providence. In the coldest weather of the year, we entered MidiCi to find ourselves flanked on one side by a shelf of the largest Nutella jars one can buy, and on the other by two large copper wood-fired ovens – the focus of the whole room. This is my kind of warming center! At first glance from the outside, MidiCi’s modern design could be for a new poke place, ramen, American bistro, or really anything ontrend – not so in the kitchen. With a wheel of Parmigiano-Reggiano on a pedestal, and pizzas spending a hot 90 seconds in Italian-made copper ovens, there’s no mistaking the cuisine. The restaurant is very slickly designed, with Margherita Pizza, Italian Salad
curved bars echoing the pizza ovens, and faux greenery conveying some sense of a plaza in a very open room with lots of different seating options, including some curiously cozy arm chairs. While the digs might be modern, MidiCi isn’t trying to mess with tradition when it comes to the menu. They choose their battles wisely with cuisine that can be made quickly without much compromise. Take their by-the-book margherita ($11), it ticks every box: the Caputo 00 flour, the San Marzano tomatoes, the fast cook, the char on the bottom. Fine-fast Italian is sure to have some Nonnas reaching for rolling pins, but with a clever menu like this one, they can pick off some of her grandkids. We had a pair of meatballs here for a little appetizer ($7), and a burrata caprese ($9). You’d find the same meatballs for pasta, paninis, pizza, and calzones, and the burrata dots the menu as well. MidiCi has picked a good palette of ingredients, and they use it everywhere. This speeds things up without skimping on ingredients that really make or break dishes.
They buy quality and use it throughout the menu in simple, traditional ways. Our gourmet chopped salad ($12.5) would be a great quick lunch – a crisp leafy green mix, shaved parmesan, chopped ham, peppers, neatly sliced egg. MidiCi certainly isn’t fast food, but we did find it speedy – quick enough to nip in for a lunch hour, on our evidence. Like its napkins, it rests in that happy middle class, somewhere between folded paper and cloth. Dishes are plated up with real care, and, unlike a lot of Italian-American food, things are portioned for courses. At the same time, there isn’t anything rushing you along. The owner came by to warmly greet us, and later to chat and advise us about dessert. The seating certainly doesn’t rush you one bit. We had our meal at a table for two – one of the chairs in each pairing was a plush tall armchair. My wife of course took the throne. It was here, after polishing off my Pinot Grigio ($10), that we tackled the owner’s recommendation; a Nutella and berry calzone ($8).
CUISINE: Italian PRICES: Appetizers: $3.50-$18; Entrees: $10-$32; Desserts: $7-$24 ATMOSPHERE: Upscale-casual
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Photography by Mike Braca
This Californian pizza chain brings passion and warmth to the Italian Mecca of New England
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SEAFOOD • STEAKS • PASTA $15 WINTER MENU PRIVATE EVENTS • CATERING • LIVE MUSIC $10 TUESDAY • KIDS FREE SUNDAY 32 BARTON AVENUE, BARRINGTON 401.247.0017 • BLUEWATERGRILLRI.COM OPEN DAILY AT 4:30PM| SUNDAY AT 4PM TIPS: Do shove past your friend and take one of the big chairs. If it’s a date, I wouldn’t recommend this course of action, but my wife had no problem doing it. Don’t overlook greens – the salads are solid. I’ll save you a poke: the trees aren’t real. The cheese is, though, so eat up.
Looking around after the meal, everyone who had arrived before us had done likewise, and those in the big chairs were slunk back, especially satisfied and chatty. The on-brand messaging about people being the heart of a restaurant, well, I’m jaded, but I also can’t argue. MidiCi might be a Californian business, but on the basis of the folks melting into their chairs on one of the coldest days of the year, I think some in East Providence will greet it as a prodigal son.
MidiCi Neapolitan Pizza Company 75 Highland Commons, East Providence 401-434-8008 • MyMidiCi.com
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Food & Drink FOOD NEWS
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Vegan Cooking Takes Root Sprout & Lentil serves delicious dishes and educates the public about animal-free eating
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Before she opened Sprout & Lentil, a plantbased food seller based on Aquidneck Island, Carmen Foy worked for many years in society’s upper echelons. She spent 15 years as a marketing professional for Fortune 100 companies, and when she finally decided to study culinary arts, she graduated from both the esteemed Culinary Institute of America and the Cordon Bleu school in France. From there, Foy began a career as chef for upscale clients and Olympic athletes. Given this background, it’s hard to imagine Foy opening a food stall at the weekly Farmers Market at Newport Vineyards in Middletown. Stranger still is the fare: chipotle jackfruit sandwiches, curried cauliflower soup, and sweet potato burgers, among other rotating specialties. Yet, this is Foy’s new
career – the founder of Sprout & Lentil, a tiny operation specializing in cruelty-free meals. Her goal is to destigmatize vegan cooking and reveal just how varied and delicious an all-plant diet can be. Foy works with one other chef, and several local cooks make cameos. Foy leads presentations on the virtues of veganism, sells to-go soups and ready-to-eat lunches, and has traveled as far as the Vegan Market in Somerville, Massachusetts, to showcase her recipes. She says it’s too early to tell how the company will expand, but Foy still works as a private chef and a cooking coach and small-party caterer. If you’ve always wondered how to whip up eggs or yogurt without a single hen or udder, Foy is happy to explain. SproutAndLentil.com
Photo courtesy of Sprout & Lentil
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Hometown Tavern only opened last September, but the calendar is pretty packed: There’s karaoke every Thursday and live bands play every Saturday. The bar is long, the TVs are large, and the stage is set. Hometown is a bar-restaurant-music venue that’s eager to please. But nowhere is the new place more inviting than its menu. Hometown serves burgers, pizza, calzones, and wraps. They serve pasta classics like Shrimp Scampi and Chicken Pesto, and they prepare decadent pub dishes like Baked Stuffed Shrimp and Veal Parmesan. As most Warrenites know, several restaurants have opened and closed in the same building, but we’re hoping that this new venture is here to stay. With its central tower and expansive dining room, 632 Metacom Avenue has always had a lot of potential. Add some fun weekend cover bands, a well stocked liquor cabinet, and the final months of hockey season – plus some networking events – and the tavern may become a hometown favorite. Warren, HometownTavernRI.com
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Food & Drink IN THE KITCHEN
by Robert Isenberg
Putting the Zest in Localz Kevin Ames and Michelle Arsenault have thought about actually living in their newly renovated restaurant
Photography by Robert Isenberg
Michelle and Kevin have made a hangout geared towards locals, its namesake
It’s a boy meets girl story: Kevin Ames grew up in Newport, Michelle Arsenault in Portsmouth. When Ames moved a couple of towns north, he started cooking for Scampi’s restaurant, where Arsenault was general manager. They hit it off, they started a relationship – and they even bought the establishment from the former owners.
Together, they’ve turned the building into Localz Kitchen & Cocktails, a two-story hangout with spectacular views of both the bay and Island Park Cove. “Scampi’s did a great job,” says Ames. But the former restaurant was an upscale joint, and the couple wanted to establish something populist, family-friendly, and geared
toward, well, locals. “We thought, ‘Let’s just be fun.’ You can come here dressed in a tux, or you can come in here in a pair of shorts and a T-shirt. That’s what it’s all about – let’s make things affordable. And you can’t find it unless you know it’s here.” The menu appeals to a range of tastes: You can enjoy a romantic dinner with pan-seared swordfish, shrimp scampi, and a few inventive cocktails. Or you can knock back a ‘Gansett and devour a gorgonzola burger with a side of Island Park nachos and tater tots. The couple’s easygoing approach has been full of surprises; Ames reluctantly added country fried chicken to the menu, and the platters have become one of their biggest sellers. Localz also hosts Why Not Wednesday specials – a midweek treat for people who can’t wait for Friday – and children always eat free on Mondays and Tuesdays. The most significant change has been the building itself, which was fully renovated at the end of last year. The old decor had a 1970s sensibility, while the current dining room is full of reclaimed wood and chalkboards. An entire wall is coated in photographs of regular customers, and knickknacks run the gamut of attractive, oceanic, and goofy. Before summer, Localz will also have a new deck, five functional fire pits, and kites used for shade. The upstairs bar, which is used solely for Localz’s titular cocktails in the warmer months, overlooks the cove, where Portsmouth started shooting off Independence Day fireworks last July. “We sat upstairs last Sunday to watch the games,” says Arsenault, gesturing at the view. “Looking out the windows, we were like, ‘Why don’t we live here? We should just make this [second floor into] an apartment. Who doesn’t want to wake up to this?’”
Localz Kitchen & Cocktails 657 Park Avenue, Portsmouth • 401-293-5230 LocalzRI.com
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Aviary Creative, locally sourced menu featuring rotating craft beers and from-scratch cocktails. 2229 GAR Highway, Swansea, MA, 508-379-6007. BrLD $$ Black Bass Grille Classic seafood, historic waterfront setting. 3 Water St, South Dartmouth, MA, 508-999-6975. LD $$ Blount Market & Kitchen Traditional New England seafood summer favorites offered year-round for dine-in and takeout. 406 Water St, Warren, 245-1800. LD $$ Bluewater Bar and Grill Casual restaurant with modern seafood dishes, patio seating, and live music. 32 Barton Ave, Barrington, 247-0017. LD $$-$$$ Chomp Upscale comfort food featuring award-winning burgers and sandwiches. 440 Child St, Warren, 289-2324. D $$ East Bay Oyster Bar Local seafood meets innovative preparation in a rustic setting. 308 County Rd, Barrington, 247-0303. LD $$ Ichigo Ichie Traditional Japanese cuisine, creative sushi, and hibachi. 5 Catamore Blvd, East Providence, 435-5511. LD $-$$$ KC’s Burger Bar Burgers, hot dogs, and sides enjoyed in a retro carthemed diner. 1379 Fall River Ave, Seekonk, MA. 508-557-1723. BLD $$
Bourne Mill has passed into history, transformed from a historic Cotton Mill to an upscale apartment community offering a chic, contemporary lifestyle. Arched Doorways • High Ceilings • Expansive Historic Windows Original Hardwood & New Bamboo Flooring • Fine Cabinetry Tile Baths • Sleek Appliance Package • Fully Equipped Gym Community Room with Billiards Table & Reading Room Private Courtyard • Pet Park Area • Spectacular Views of Cook Pond
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Tav Vino Waterfront dining with an Italian and seafood focus. 267 Water St, Warren, 245-0231. D $$ The Old Grist Mill Tavern Fine dining located over the Runnins River. 390 Fall River Ave, Seekonk, MA, 508-336-8460. LD $-$$$
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PROVIDENCE AREA 10 Prime Steak & Sushi Fashionable prime steakhouse with award-winning sushi. 55 Pine St, Providence, 453-2333. LD $$$ Caserta Pizzeria Casual kid-friendly pizza spot offering traditional Italian crispcut pizza and calzones. 121 Spruce St, Providence, 621-3818. LD $-$$ CAV Eclectic cuisine and art in a historic setting. 14 Imperial Place, Providence, 7519164. BrLD $$-$$$ Chapel Grille Gourmet food overlooking the Providence skyline. 3000 Chapel View Blvd, Cranston, 944-4900. BrLD $$$ Character’s Cafe & Theatre Hybrid art space with all-day breakfast, coffee, and theater-inspired entrees. 82 Rolfe Sq, Cranston, 490-9475. BL $ Don Jose Tequilas Restaurant Homestyle Mexican fare plus beer, wine, and cocktails in a colorful setting. 351 Atwells Ave,Providence, 454-8951. LD $-$$ Harry’s Bar & Burger Called the “Best Burger in America” by CNN. Over 50 craft beers. 121 N Main St, Providence, 228-7437; 301 Atwells Ave, 228-3336. LD $-$$
120 Atwells Ave, Providence. 751-5544. LD $$$ Julian’s A must-taste Providence staple celebrating more than 20 years. 318 Broadway, Providence, 861-1770. BBrLD $$ Luigi’s Restaurant & Gourmet Express Handmade Italian classics and prepared foods to go. 1457 Hartford Ave, Johnston,455-0045, LD $$
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Mill’s Tavern Historic setting for New American gourmet. 101 N Main St, Providence, 272-3331. D $$$ Ocean State Sandwich Company Craft sandwiches and hearty sides. 155 Westminster St, Providence, 282-6772. BL $-$$
Haruki Japanese cuisine and a la carte selections with casual ambience. Locations in Cranston and Providence, HarukiSushi. com. LD $-$$
Parkside Rotisserie & Bar American bistro specializing in rotisserie meats. 76 South Main St, Providence, 331-0003. LD $-$$
Heng Authentic Thai street food served – including noodles and rotisserie chicken – in Providence’s College Hill neighborhood. 165 Angell St, Providence. LD $
Pat’s Italian Fine Italian favorites, natural steaks, and handcrafted cocktails. 1200 Hartford Ave, Johnston, 273-1444. LD $-$$$
Iron Works Tavern A wide variety of signature American dishes in the historic Thomas Jefferson Hill Mill. 697 Jefferson Blvd, Warwick, 739-5111. LD $-$$$
Pizza J Fun, upbeat atmosphere with thin-crust pizza, pub fare, and gluten-free options. 967 Westminster St, Providence, 632-0555. LD $-$$
Joe Marzelli’s Old Canteen Italian Restaurant High-end Italian restaurant serving up specialty dishes and drinks.
Public Kitchen & Bar American food with changing daily specials. 120 Francis St, Providence, 919-5050. BrLD $-$$
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Red Stripe Casual French-American bistro. 465 Angell St, Providence, 437-6950; 455 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-2900. BrLD $$ Siena Impeccable Italian cuisine. Locations in Providence, East Greenwich, and Smithfield, 521-3311. D $$-$$$
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COLDWELL BANKER 8 Sowams Road, Barrington, RI Water views from every room of this sun filled Palmer River Cape. 3 bedrooms, 2½ baths. Fireplaced living room. Bonus room w/ sliders leading to pergola and pool. Farmers porch for amazing sunrises! Mooring rights available. $449,900
21 Heritage Rd., Barrington, RI Four bedroom, 2 ½ bath Colonial on 2/3 acre lot. 3400 square feet of living space! Large sunny living room, dining room, cozy fireplaced family room. Gorgeous all season sun room w/ cathedral ceiling. Master w/ private bath. Finished lower level. In ground saltwater pool. $679,000
Starlit Road, Tiverton, RI Panoramic views of the Sakonnet River from your brand new Ford Farm Colonial. Gourmet custom kitchen. Living room with a bank of windows to soak in the Bay views. Gas fireplace. Great open floor plan perfect for entertaining. Private community beach. $789,900
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242 Sowams Rd., Barrington Charming 3 bedroom bungalow with 2 full baths. New kitchen remodel. Bedroom & bath on first floor. Large deck & pool. $329,000
8 Abby Rd., Barrington Four bedroom, 2 ½ bath Contemporary Colonial w/ river views. Meticulously maintained. Vaulted ceilings. Gas fireplace. Large windows, Large deck off kitchen. Spectacular first floor Master suite. Recreation room in lower level. This home has it all! $625,000
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Sydney Providence Australianinspired cafe and coffee shop featuring breakfast and light lunch options. 400 Exchange St, Providence, 648-4994. BL $-$$ Tavolo Wine Bar & Tuscan Grille Classic Italian cuisine with an extensive wine and beer list. 970 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, 349-4979. LD $-$$ The Grange Vegetarian restaurant serving seasonal dishes with a juice bar, vegan bakery, and cocktail bar. 166 Broadway, Providence, 831-0600. BrLD $-$$ The Salted Slate An agri-driven American restaurant with global influences. 186 Wayland Ave, Providence, 270-3737. BrLD $$-$$$ Tortilla Flats Fresh Mexican, Cajun, and Southwestern fare, cocktails, and over 70 tequilas. 355 Hope St, Providence, 751-6777. LD $-$$ Twin Oaks Family restaurant serving an extensive selection of Italian and American staples. 100 Sabra St, Cranston, 781-9693. LD $-$$$
SOUTHERN RI Breachway Grill Classic New England fare, plus NY-style pizza. 1 Charlestown Beach Rd, Charlestown, 213-6615. LD $$ Celestial Cafe Fresh, locally sourced
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ingredients from farms and fisheries for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. 567 S County Trail, Exeter, 295-5559. BLD $$ Champlin’s Seafood Dockside fresh seafood serving easy breezy cocktails. 256 Great Island Rd, Narragansett, 7833152. LD $-$$ Coast Guard House A new American menu with a seafood emphasis and extensive wine list, open seven days a week. 40 Ocean Rd, Narragansett, 789-0700. BrLD $$$ Colvitto’s Pizza & Bakery Pizza Calzones and baked goods made fresh daily. 91 Point Judith Rd, Narragansett, 783-8086. BrLD $ Dante’s Kitchen American food with Southern flair. 315 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-7798. BL $-$$ 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, 398-0027; 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 $-$$ Mariner Grille Seafood, steaks, and pasta in a fun setting, with live entertainment. 40 Point Judith Rd, Narragansett, 2843282. LD $$
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 $-$$
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Red Stripe Casual French-American bistro. 465 Angell St, Providence, 4376950; 455 Main St, East Greenwich, 3982900. BrLD $$ Siena Impeccable Italian cuisine. Locations in Providence, East Greenwich, and Smithfield, 521-3311. D $$-$$$ Sophie’s Brewhouse Espresso drinks and sandwiches with an emphasis on fresh, local ingredients. 699 S County Trail, Exeter, 295-4273. BL $$ T’s Restaurant Plentiful breakfast and lunch. Locations in Cranston, East Greenwich, and Narragansett, TsRestaurantRI.com. BL $ Tavern by the Sea Waterfront European/ American bistro. 16 W Main St, Wickford, 294-5771. LD $$ The Cove Traditional bar and grill serving burgers, sandwiches, and classic New England seafood favorites. 3963 Old Post Rd, Charlestown, 364-9222. LD $$
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Twin Willows Fresh seafood and water views in a family-friendly atmosphere. 865 Boston Neck Rd, Narragansett, 7898153. LD $-$$ Tong-D Fine Thai cuisine in a casual setting. 156 County Rd, Barrington, 289-2998; 50 S County Commons Way, South Kingstown, 783-4445. LD $-$$
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