The Bay July 2023

MILUKAS STUDIO

Art sessions offered for all levels, weekly classes & private lessons. Check website for events. Kelly Milukas is a multi-media painter and sculptor. 503 S Lake Rd, Tiverton • (401) 480 3536    kellymilukas.com/events • @kellymilukas

ASHLEY AINSWORTH ART & CEDIAN PAINTING

Working studios of Ashley Ainsworth & Jennifer Jones Rashleigh featuring fne art paintings, prints, pillows, tiles & notecards. 3848 Main Rd ashley-ainsworth.com & cedianpainting.com

THE CHEESE WHEEL VILLAGE MARKET

Over 200 cheeses, local meats & produce; house-made bread, sandwiches, soups & spread and meals. Custom charcuterie & cheese boards available. Call to order! Open 9-5 Tues-Sunday 3838 Main Road • (401) 816 5069      @thecheesewheelri

TIFFANY PEAY JEWELRY & HEALING ARTS

Explore the one-of-a-kind gemstone, pearl and gold jewelry handmade by Tiffany Peay. Also featuring Crystal Bed Light Therapy and the artwork of Peter Dickison. 3851 Main Road • (401) 816 0878 tiffanypeay.com • @tiffanypeayjewelry Open Daily

FOUR CORNERS GALLERY

Collections of painting, sculpture, ceramics, photography & jewelry. Stop in and discover our artists and the new work! Hours: Monday-Friday & Sunday 11am-4pm Saturday 9:30am - 5pm Open Daily 3848 Main Road fourcornersgalleryri.com • @fourcornersgalleryri

LOU LOU’S DÉCOR

Make your beach house a home with a cozy & fun addition from Lou Lou’s Décor with locations in Tiverton & Newport. Full interior design services available. 3913 Main Road • (401) 816 4362 loulousdecor.com • @loulousdecor

FOUR CORNERS GRILLE

Offering fresh, quality food along with fast, friendly service at reasonable prices.  Featuring fresh, locallycaught seafood with an extensive & eclectic menu in a quaint, casual setting with a delightful patio. 3841 Main Road • (401) 624 1510 • 4cornersgrille.com

CÉDIAN PAINTING: STUDIO-GALLERY

The working studio of Jennifer Jones Rashleigh. Nature and wildlife inspired. Now offering classes through Four Corners Art Center on Tuesdays. 3848 Main Rd • (508) 951 0696    www.cedianpainting.com • @cedianpainting

FIREFLY MANDALAS

A perfect connection between nature, art and you. Impermanent Eco-Art by Meredith Brower. Check website for summer workshops, appointments available. (401) 474-1064 • frefymandalas.com

@FirefyMandalas

TIVERTON FARMERS MARKET

A growing collection of farms, food vendors and makers. Sundays 10am-1:30pm. NEW summer season location at the Tiverton Town Farm Recreation Area, 3588 Main Rd/Rt 77 tivertonfarmersmarket.com • @TivertonFarmersMarket

In This Issue

The Bay Magazine July 2023

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Summer Fun

From the Fourth to Labor Day – your essential guide to East Bay happenings

The Buzz

9 Tours shine a light on East Providence’s nautical history

12 RHODY GEM: Fancy a treat from this bake shop along Aquidneck Avenue

14 VOICES OF THE BAY: From police academy to farmstand chef in Portsmouth

15 CALENDAR: This month’s must-do’s

16 A luxury skincare brand returns to its roots with an apothecary shed in Middletown

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Life & Style

29 HOME: A Barrington bedroom goes from princess pink to coastal cool

34 SHOP: Pieces from nearby sellers in red, white, and blue make a stylish you

36 FIELD TRIP: Fun activities across RI for Jaws fans

Food & Drink

39 Iconic Warren lemonade stand gets a facelift

40 EXPERIENCE: Tropical vacation vibes in Newport

42 IN THE KITCHEN: A sommelier’s insight on creative and sustainable wine pairings

44 FOOD NEWS: New tiki bar in Bowen’s Wharf, Native American fare in SK & PVD brunch spot expands

46 RHODY EATS: RESTAURANT GUIDE

Pic of the Bay

48 A stunning image from a local lens

THE COVER:

day at First Beach. Photo by David Hansen, courtesy of Discover Newport.

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I’m very much enjoying this new season of growth and freedom. Yes, there’s the typical turn into summer that gets us out on the water, walking among the blooming coastal foliage, and just embracing the beauty of this community.

But there’s a di erent sense this year, as well. After battling through the pandemic and the physical e ects of a di cult bout with COVID, I’ve been much more engaged with the outside world. I see the same from my community—an emergence from anxiety that has us more willing to be out and about without fear.

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This struck me during a Spring art opening for my wife, Kitty. (My wife is a fine artist.) The event was packed, and it was thrilling to have the carefree energy of so many people together. It was even more thrilling that she sold most of her paintings in just a few hours – almost the entire show was bought o the walls!

That sense of comfort among the community recalled the stories of several clients from earlier this year. All in di erent situations and phases of life, they shared a common thread of seeking a closer partnership with a financial advisor they trust. Previous experiences led them through “toxic relationships” in which they felt marginalized and dismissed, sometimes for decades.

It discourages me to hear about their experiences, yet at the same time I’m relieved I can help. As life takes dramatic turns, having a real dialogue about the future is a “must have.” Presenting situations in simple terms that can be discussed in the context of the situation is a “must have.” Simply being there when clients need me is a “must have.”

My background in psychology may make it easier for me to grasp these requirements for a strong, trusting clientadvisor relationship. It’s rewarding to feel that my specialization in di erent fields blends in a way that makes a di erence.

I’m also grateful for my team, which does outstanding work that allows me to devote the necessary time and energy to some of the more emotional work at hand. Their investment, administrative, reporting, and tax counsel is critical to maintaining that trust.

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Keeping the Light On

Grant funding helps an East Providence lighthouse museum continue illuminating history

Just 200 yards o the coast of East Providence, on a half-acre island, and atop a 42-foot tower is the Pomham Rocks Lighthouse lantern room – a literal beacon of Rhode Island’s maritime history. Along with panoramic views of the Narragansett Bay and the antique Fresnel lens, the site houses a time capsule of the early 20th century in its exhibits showcasing East Providence lighthouses in their heyday.

“Rhode Island is home to 21 lighthouses. Pomham Rocks is the only surviving of five that once protected the waters in East Providence. The lighthouse still serves as an active aid to navigation,” says Louise Paiva, board member of Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse. The other four – Bullocks Point, Sabin Point, Sassafras, and Fuller Rock – and the people who attended them are represented in rooms throughout.

Artwork courtesy of Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse

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By Abbie Lahmers

Paiva explains that the site of Pomham Rocks was chosen in 1871 to help an increasing volume of shipping tra c safely travel to and from the Port of Providence. “The northernmost lighthouse in Narragansett Bay, it was designed by Vermont architect Albert Dow in a French empire mansard style, with seven rooms and a 42-foot tower,” says Paiva. “It has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places since 1979.”

The never-ending work of preservation is buoyed by a $10,000 grant Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse recently received from The 1772 Foundation in cooperation with Preserve Rhode Island. The funds will go toward the design, fabrication, and installation of 19 sets of historically accurate shutters, along with restoring the outer appearance to its early years. “The shutter project will help protect the

lighthouse from the harmful e ects of New England storms, which have increased in frequency and intensity in recent years,” explains Paiva.

“We are so grateful to be selected to receive this prestigious award,” noted Dennis Tardiff, president of Friends of Pomham Rocks, in a press release. “It will allow us to safeguard this important landmark, so it will be a lasting symbol of the crucial role our community played in maritime safety.”

Guests wanting to embark on a voyage through time learning about Pomham Rocks’ crucial role of safely guiding mariners across the Providence River can lace up their good walking shoes and board the Lady Pomham II as self-guided tours are available all summer. “Learn about the surgery performed on the kitchen table,” says Paiva, “and a lightkeeper’s cat that gained national attention by

catching his dinner by jumping o the rocky island.” A trek upstairs to see the Fresnel lens – shaped like a beehive and constructed of 54 individual pieces of glass – is well worth it.

“Lighthouses have played an integral role in the history of our nation. By maintaining Pomham Rocks Lighthouse as a museum, we preserve for everyone a time in American history when maritime trade was essential to our economy,” says Paiva. “Historical sites, such as this lighthouse, cannot be replaced. Once they are gone, the cultural history they embody is destroyed forever.”

Find a schedule of tour dates and registration online at PomhamRocksLighthouse.org, and meet the Friends of Pomham Lighthouse (plus models of lighthouse pets Tommy the cat and Jennifer the dog) at the The Loo : East Providence Arts Festival on August 12.

Photo courtesy of Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse

All aboard the Lady Pomham II to the East Providence lighthouse museum

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June Love’s English Bakery

We’re on the hunt for Rhody Gems! Every neighborhood has that secret, hidden, cool and unusual, or hole-in-the-wall spot that locals love. Email or tag us on social media using #RhodyGem to suggest yours, and we might just feature it!

What it is:

A bakeshop known for its English cakes, pastries, cookies, and specialty desserts.

Where to find it:

Find June Love’s housed in a red-roofed commercial plaza on busy Aquidneck Avenue; a standalone sign bearing the Union Jack confirms your arrival.

What makes it a Rhody Gem?

Tea cakes, rock buns, sticky to ee pudding, and more are bakery staples across the UK, yet finding these treats in the states was di cult until now. Enter mother and son June and Nishan Lawton, who founded their business on making British favorites using locally sourced ingredients. When asked if their surname is Love, Nishan chuckles and explains, “that’s what my mom calls everyone!” Inside the small bright space, patrons will find a variety of classic baked goods along with seasonal desserts in the case. The menu is updated as the duo discovers new recipes on trips back to their village of Harpham. June Love’s is also a regular at farmers markets this summer so be sure to visit their markets page online for updates.

June Love’s English Bakery

796 Aquidneck Avenue, Middletown

JuneLovesEnglishBakery.com

401-207-7246

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By Nina Murphy

Pie Pivot

How a Portsmouth would-be cop found her true calling preparing farm-fresh eats

Though today she’s known for cooking up delicious shepherd’s pies, specialty soups, and baked goods, Kim Sherman’s career path almost turned out very di erent. After graduating from CCRI in 2006 with a degree in law enforcement, Sherman’s name was third on the list for the Smithfield Police Department. While she waited for an opening, she worked part time as a security guard at a hospital in Providence, but a discouraging experience in the role drove her away from pursuing a career in law enforcement. Having worked in the restaurant industry since her early teens, she decided to pivot to cooking. Today, Sherman is the chef at the newly created Mello’s Market, a section of prepared foods, soups, and baked goods at Mello’s Farm and Flower Center in Portsmouth. The former Hope Valley resident experienced a homecoming of sorts moving to Portsmouth, having recently discovered her relation to Phillip Sherman, the town’s founding settler. Follow @mellosfarm444 on Instagram to see what’s happening in the kitchen.

A TO Z: I’ve been cooking since I was 14. I’ve held every single job in the restaurant business. I have a lot of experience, but I prefer to be in the back of the house. I can still make customers happy but I get to do what I like to do.

SIMMERING IDEA: Owner Henry Mello had the idea for about three years to o er baked items like pies and cookies. I said, “I don’t want to just do pies but I’ll help you – I’ll train somebody, whatever you need.” Then the pandemic hit, so it really slowed the process down. We talked again, and then I said, “Okay, I’ll do it. But this is what I want to do: soups and savory stu . I’ll definitely do the pies and just kind of ‘farmstand-y’ stu .” I knew I could build something really good. I feel like it’s finally my turn. I’ve worked hard for this.

KITCHEN PREP: Henry had the kitchen going already, and I just basically came in with my stu , worked with what he had, and then we went shopping one day so I could get the rest of the stu that I needed. I am a certified food safety manager and we have several safety managers on site. We started in October with the pies and then more food when I came on full time at the end of March.

EQUAL MEASURE: I like both cooking and baking. I am good at both, which not everyone is. With savory cooking, I like the freedom of throwing in di erent things and the fusion of all the ingredients. With baking, I just like to see the finished product, a nice golden color on top. Delicious stu

SIGNATURE DISH: My mom Shirley is a good cook and I make her peanut butter cookies and my grandmother’s French pork pie recipe. My daughter’s a great guinea pig. Her

favorite is my stu ed pepper soup – it’s everything you get in a stu ed pepper except in soup form. My shepherd’s pie – can’t keep it on the shelf, same with my chowder. We also have gluten-free products. I got a request for a keto dish that I made for a customer.

KITCHEN DUTY: I will plan an eight-hour day and sometimes it ends up being 10 or 12 because I keep producing, producing, producing. I make it, cool it, pack it, and then at the end of the day, I’m like, “Oh my God, now I have to do the dishes!”

Photo courtesy of Kim Sherman

By Ken Abrams

THE MUST LIST

10 Essential Statewide Events This Month

Through July 8:

Summer stock at Theatre by the Sea is a Rhode Island institution. The 2023 series brings Broadway to the beach with the award-winning musical Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. Wakefield, TheatreByTheSea.com

July 1:

Start your Fourth of July celebrations at Ocean House’s annual Independence Day Beach Ball. Dine on passed canapes followed by a New England lobster boil and BBQ with fireworks to finish o the night. Watch Hill, OceanHouseEvents.com

July 2:

The City of Providence 4th of July Celebration at India Point Park features a concert headlined by Becky Bass and Friends, food trucks, and a fireworks show over the water. GoProvidence.com

July 3:

Erupting from Oakland Beach, Independence Day Fireworks will ring in the Fourth at dusk. The display can also be seen from City Park, which offers unobstructed views along the shoreline. VisitWarwickRI.com

July 8:

The East Greenwich Yacht Club Regatta celebrates over 110 years of local sailing in Greenwich Bay with one of the largest boating events in the area, featuring a full deck party and dinner post race. East Greenwich, EGYC.com

July 8-9:

Now in its 60th year, the ever-popular Wickford Art Festival in Wilson Park features over 200 artists, crafters, and vendors from across New England working in a variety of mediums. WickfordArt.org

July 13:

The harbor is set ablaze in floating lanterns for Wickford Harbor Lights, a breezy evening of food trucks, horse-drawn carriage rides, kids’ activities, live music, and night shopping on the waterfront. Facebook: Wickford Harbor Lights

July 16-29:

FringePVD, presented by The Wilbury Theatre Group, encourages attendees to “keep an open mind and have fun.” More than 300 artists from across the US will perform theater acts, dance, visual arts, and more. Providence, FringePVD.org

July 27-29:

The annual Blessing of the Fleet Festival is all about great seafood, a 10-mile road race, carnival rides, live music, and the blessings o cially bestowed on the fleet. NarragansettLionsClub.org

July 29-30:

The gang from RI Comic Con presents the Rhode Island Anime Com with voice actors, industry celebrities, artists, vendors, and a Maid Cafe for two days of excitement at the RI Convention Center. Providence, RIAnimecon.com

Lanterns aglow at Wickford Harbor Lights

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Home to Roost

By Elyse Major

A reclaimed shed turned apothecary brings a family business back to its bucolic beginnings

At the edge of a farm near the path to the raspberries is a small outbuilding. It’s an unassuming shack treated to coats of white paint; the diagonal braces of its two wide-open doors, left natural, form a welcoming and rustic double Z. Sitting on a raised platform, humble chairs flank each side of the entrance, and a wavy tin overhang extends from the roof; the faint scent of lavender and citrusy bergamot entices from within. This idyllic cottage is the Farmaesthetics pop-up shop at Sweet Berry Farm in Middletown, now open for its second summer, and like this former tool shed turned apothecary, there’s more to this endeavor than meets the eye.

For the uninitiated, Farmaesthetics is a line of all-natural skincare made right here in Rhode Island with organically grown herbs and flowers. It was founded by Brenda Brock, now an acclaimed leader in sustainable beauty, then an actress on the soap opera One Life to Live, who spent her down-time mixing herbal formulas into soaps and lotions to show her young daughter Lela Barclay de Tolly that products “don’t grow on shelves.”

By the summer of 1999, Brock had enough inventory to sell her mixtures. The family, which includes husband Paul Barclay de Tolly, a noted furniture maker, relocated a 1920s pie stand from Charlestown to Middletown’s Wapping Road as their first retail space. “Lela was six years old. She would help pack goodie bags,” Brock recounts. “Lela has been there every step of the way.”

Like her parents, Barclay de Tolly is artistically inclined. She graduated from RISD with a degree in furniture design and headed west where she worked in Los Angeles doing set design and props. When the pandemic hit, she suggested her mother shutter the flagship store in Newport, which had been on Bellevue Avenue for 13 years. “It was time for a fresh vision,” says Barclay de Tolly of the brand and, as it turns out, her own life. “The foothills were on fire, it was raining ash, and it was 100 degrees. Plus COVID. It was a lot and I wanted to be near family and the ocean.”

Barclay de Tolly returned to the Ocean State. Brock was thrilled and installed her daughter as the company’s first-ever art director. “It made perfect sense,” says Brock. “She knows the business inside and out.”

It was Barclay de Tolly who came up with the idea of the pop-up. “I knew immediately I wanted to do it at Sweet Berry Farm given the parallels in the two entrepreneurs’ businesses, having both started at farm stands in 1999 on Wapping Road,” she explains, referencing longtime friends and neighbors Jan and Michelle Eckhart, who own Sweet Berry, originally a hobby farm that has grown to a pick-your-own destination with a cafe and market.

The pop-up would be Barclay de Tolly’s first solo project. “Brenda has her fingerprint on everything,” says Barclay de Tolly. “She’s the formulator, designs the packaging. This was the first time she completely let go.” Brock confirms, “I didn’t even want to visit [the site] because I didn’t want to interfere with her vision.”

This vision started with taking a second look at a “really dirty” tool shed on the farm property. “I wanted to keep the pop-up sustainable and local, supporting local creators and artists.” For three months, Barclay de Tolly planned, researched, and did technical drawings. The porch was cleaned and built out, and electricity was put in; then, over the course of

Open Thursday through Saturday from 10am to 4pm

two weeks, it was painted and decorated. A sink, reclaimed from a Newport mansion that had been in the Bellevue shop, was installed, and furniture was sourced from thrift stores. Finally, shelves were lined with signature goods housed in glass bottles, jars, or wrapped in luxe paper, with simple and e ective labels, drawing on a font suite that resembles typewriting paired with cursive.

“I love the white walls with exposed beams,” Barclay de Tolly says with a sunny smile. “There’s a bright, fresh feeling with the rustic tones of the building. The dried and hanging lavender comes from my coworker’s garden, the ceramic bowls were made by a local potter, the sign was hand-painted in Providence, the tables were designed and built by my father, the paintings were my great grandmother’s. It was heartwarming being able to reimagine my mother’s original farm stand, creating a modern-day iteration of what her business has grown to be.”

And what does mom think? “It’s a new vision but the heart of the brand is the same,” says Brock. “High-end in a little shed. We’re going back to the farm.”

Photo by Elyse Major

SUMMER’S BEST BETS

From concerts to garden tours, festivals to fireworks, your essential source for planning a season of fun

BY ELYSE MAJOR

Living in New England means we’re all pretty patriotic by proxy with tangible links to the past all around. You can still eat dinner in the oldest tavern in America (the White Horse Tavern in Newport), attend the nation’s longest running Fourth of July celebration in Bristol, and swig a beer on the site where George Washington crossed Conanicut Island at The General’s Crossing in Jamestown. When it comes to making much ado about Independence Day and summer, the East Bay knows a thing or two, and activities from rowdy to reserved abound all season long across every coastal city and town. In this useful hand-held guide (no outlet required), you’ll find info gathered from myriad sources to help you plan a summer for the history books.

Photo by David Hansen, courtesy of Discover Newport

JULY 4

FIREWORKS: Newport Harbor is the setting for fireworks, and best bets for viewing the spectacle include finding a westward facing spot along the harbor, along with Perrotti Park, King Park, and Queen Anne Square – or reserve a seat on the Coastal Queen and watch from the water (CoastalQueenCruises.com) departing from Jamestown. Display is set to begin at 9:15pm, rain date July 5. DiscoverNewport.org

FOURTH OF JULY PARADE: Follow the red, white, and blue-striped roads for the ultimate patriotic display in the oldest July 4th parade in the nation. See our Field Guide to Bristol’s Fourth for more activites!

FOURTH OF JULY PICNIC: Linden Place has assembled a day of fancy fun, including bleacher parade seating, a continental breakfast, and picnic lunch. Bristol, LindenPlace.org

JULY 4-23

NEWPORT CLASSICAL MUSIC FESTIVAL: From opera to chamber music, this year’s event promises an impressive lineup of acclaimed musicians from far and wide. NewportClassical.org

JULY 7-9

NEWPORT SECRET GARDEN TOURS: Stroll through some of the city’s most prestigious –and normally private – outdoor spaces. Newport, SecretGardenTours.org

JULY 15-16 AND AUGUST 19-20

SOUTH COAST OPEN STUDIO TOUR: Get peeks at the process on self-guided tours of where artists of various mediums create, all across the East Bay and southern Massachusetts. Various locations, SouthCoastArtists.org

JULY 16-23

HALL OF FAME OPEN: Once Wimbledon wraps up, you can still get your tennis fix as ATP World Tour pros contest on the International Tennis Hall of Fame’s historic grass courts. Newport, HallOfFameOpen.com

JULY 20-21

JAWS SUMMER PARTY: This annual party typically has live music, beer tasting, merch, and swag. The fun starts at 6:30pm, followed by a movie screening at 7:30pm. Newport, JanePickens.com, Find more on page 36.

JULY 21

SUITCASE JUNKET: The Norman Bird Sanctuary hosts singer-songwriter Matt Lorenz, a one-man garage band who carries all he needs for live shows in his suitcase. Middletown, NewportLive.org

JULY 28-30

THE NEWPORT FOLK FESTIVAL: This year’s lineup of the iconic festival includes John Oates, Aimee Mann, and Jason Isbell, along with rising stars ready to make their mark in the music world. NewportFolk.org

JULY 29-30

THE NEWPORT SHOW: New England’s premier fine art and antiques event raises funds for the Newport Historical Society and Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County. Middletown, BGCNewport.org

AUGUST 4-6

NEWPORT JAZZ FESTIVAL: Dozens of jazz legends including Herbie Hancock, Diana Krall, and Thundercat grace the stages at Fort Adams State Park at this OG music event established in 1954. NewportJazz.org

AUGUST 11-13

BLACK SHIPS FESTIVAL: The Japan America Society of Rhode Island hosts the 40th annual celebration of the friendship and culture between our two nations with arts and crafts, Taiko drumming, and martial arts. Bristol and Newport, BlackShipsFestival.com

AUGUST 19

WARREN FOLKS FEST: Live music and food are front and center at The Collaborative’s popular annual fundraiser. Warren, TheCollaborative02885.org

Newport Classical Music Festival

Photo by Lisette Rooney, courtesy of Newport Classical

AUGUST 25-27

CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA: A prelim schedule for the Golden Jubilee includes a Living Boat show, cocktails, dinner, and prizes. Bristol, Herreshoff.org

AUGUST 31

NEWPORT LIVE SUMMER MUSIC SERIES: Leading folk musicians John Gorka and Antje Duvekot will perform at the Norman Bird Sanctuary. Middletown, NewportLive.org

MONDAYS

AQUIDNECK GROWERS MARKET: Start the week off fresh with produce at Miantonomi Park. All markets feature an ever-changing roster of local artisans and food businesses. July 10-August 28. Newport, AquidneckCommunityTable.org

WEDNESDAYS

OUTDOOR MARKETS: Plan dinner around fresh ingredients by stopping by the Aquidneck Growers Market on Memorial Boulevard in Newport (2-6pm), or the Hope & Main Schoolyard at 691 Main Street in Warren (4-7pm). FarmFreshRI.org

MUSIC AT SUNSET: Take in the lush gardens, bay views, and live music at the Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum for their weekly summer concert series through September. Bristol, Blithewold.org

SUNDAYS

BARRINGTON SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: Neal & the Vipers, Blue FO’s, and Brass Attack are among the lineup planned for this year’s free family series at Latham Park. Macs Screaming Corn and Tacos truck will be at some of the concerts. Barrington.RI.gov

TIVERTON FARMERS MARKET: The popular market is back outdoors, held Sundays at the Tiverton Town Farm Recreation Area on Main Road. Vendors include everything from linens to fresh fish! TivertonFarmersMarket.com

NATURE WALKS: Join a naturalist and explore the Norman Bird Sanctuary trails during a guided walk of spotting native species and identifying plants. Middletown, NormanBirdSanctuary.org

THURSDAYS

ART NIGHT BRISTOL/WARREN: Walk or ride your bike from one gallery and studio to the next. This evening event is the perfect way to explore the wealth of art the area has to offer on the last Thursdays of the month through August. Bristol and Warren, ArtNightBristolWarren.org

NEWPORTFILM OUTDOORS: Enjoy the shared experience of cinema outdoors on big screens set against the night sky at locations throughout Newport. NewportFilm.com

FRIDAYS

THE KITCHEN AT BLITHEWOLD: On Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays (11am-1pm), sit back and enjoy the scenic overlook from the northwest porch while enjoying a meal with produce grown on the estate’s vegetable garden. Bristol, Blithewold.org

SATURDAYS

FREE FAMILY FUN DAYS: The Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium is free to the public the first Saturday of every month for nature stories, animal discoveries, hikes, and more. Bristol, ASRI.org

FARMERS MARKETS: Set the alarm to shop fresh local produce and various goods in Bristol at Mount Hope Farm Farmers Market, and Aquidneck Growers Market at Embrace Home Loans in Middletown. FarmFreshRI.org/RISummer

NEWPORT POLO: One of the great Aquidneck Island traditions, Newport Polo invites spectators to watch international teams gallop to victory at Glen Farm. Attire is Newport casual chic and keep the stilettos at home. Portsmouth, NPTPolo.com

Tiverton’s Farmers Market

Photo by Meredith Brower, courtesy of Tiverton Farmers Market

FIELD GUIDE TO BRISTOL’S

Of course you know all about America’s oldest continuous town-wide party that started on Flag Day and wraps up the first week of July. However, to avoid any possible FOMO, here are dates to add to your calendar, plus a few reminders and refreshers to make this year’s celebration the best one yet. Please note that events are subject to change due to weather. Find updates at FourthOfJulyBristolRI.com

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES | Independence Park

JULY 1: Rock and roll tribute band

Back in the Day, begins 7pm

JULY 2: Liz Spencer Group, David Clark’s “All About Joel,” begins 6:30pm

CARNIVAL | Bristol Town Common

JULY 3: 5-10pm

JULY 4: 12-6pm

CHILDREN’S SHOW | Independence Park

JULY 2: Mrs. Katz and Her Hats storytime, begins one hour before concert (5:30pm)

FIREWORKS | Bristol Harbor

JULY 3: Begins 9:30pm

PATRIOTIC EXERCISES | Colt Memorial School

JULY 4: Begins 8:30am

PARADE | Hope Street (Rt. 114)

Begins at the corner of Chestnut Street and ends on High Street

JULY 4: Begins 10:30am

TIME TRAVEL

Peruse parade swag through the years at the Memorabilia Room, housed on the second floor of the Byfield School, 220 High Street. Through July 4, hours TBA

FAVE FLOATS

There are many requirements to enter a float in the parade. Judging takes place the morning of the parade at Colt State Park. Categories include Most Beautiful, Most Original, Most Patriotic, Top Military Honors, and Best in the Parade. Do your picks align with the winners?

• Hope Street (Rt. 114) will be closed beginning at 8am, including Poppasquash Road.

• If you park on a residential street, be responsible and don’t block driveways; police will ticket.

• Large lots are open to the public at the corner of Hope and Gooding streets; avoid Mt. Hope High School as it’s for parade participants.

• Bleacher seats across from the Reviewing Stand will be available to the public on a first-come, first-served basis.

• First aid from emergency medical crews will be stationed along the parade route.

Photos by Corey Favino, courtesy of Discover Newport

Fife and drum corp marching on

Bristol’s parade route

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UNDER THE RADAR BEACHES

We all have our favorite beaches, but it’s always fun to try something new. Check out this list of shores sure to satisfy with coastal views and potentially less crowds. Of course smaller beaches can mean less parking spots and amenities but often still charge fees, so plan ahead and note that you might need to leave Rover at home and pack your water shoes for pebbly terrain.

FOGLAND BEACH, Tiverton

Popular with families, this beach has something for everyone: it’s a great spot for making pebbly drip castles and a treasure trove for little sand diggers, plus conditions make it nice for kayakers, stand-up paddle boarders, and wind- and kite-surfers. TivertonRecreation.org/beaches

GRINNELL’S VS. GRIMMELL’S

Grinnell’s is located just south of the Stone Pier Bridge, easily seen from Main Road (Route 77), on the Sakonnet River. There’s swimming, restrooms, and a sun-shade pavilion. Grimmell’s, also known as Island Park Beach, is in Portsmouth, and also boasts Sakonnet vistas, but alas no restrooms. TivertonRecreation. org; DiscoverNewport.org

GOOSEBERRY BEACH, Newport

This picturesque beach nestled in a cove along famed Ocean Drive. There are minimal amenities, so bring what you need and take it with you. Daily passes are available at the gate. GooseberryBeach.com

PEBBLE BEACH, Middletown

Stunning unobstructed views and a shoreline of stones make this at-your-own-risk beach coveted by photographers and cairn stackers. At last count there were three public parking places so find a spot a few blocks away and hike over.

SANDY POINT BEACH, Portsmouth

Roll the windows down when you begin to see stone walls to let the salty breeze enter the car. Shallow water makes this nice for families with small children. Def wear water shoes and ask about their storage trunks rentals. PorstmouthRI.gov

SOUTH SHORE BEACH & GOOSEWING BEACH PRESERVE, Little

Compton

Head to LC for two beach experiences in one: busy South Shore Beach with the only public access to Goosewing. South Shore Beach is a hotspot (so get there early for parking), while Goosewing is a preserve that’s part of The Nature Conservancy. For more shoreline exploration on the other side of town, there’s Tappens Beach and Lloyd’s Beach. LittleComptonRI.org

Goosewing Beach

Photo (top) by Savannah Barkley, (bottom) by David Hansen, courtesy of Discover Newport

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Life & Style

Home Shop Field Trip

Simply Transformed

A Barrington teen’s princess-pink bedroom gets a coastal chic makeover

Childhood bedrooms hold many memories, but as kids grow and change, some of the trappings like posters, bold hues, and themed bedding can suddenly become oh-so-uncool to their inhabitants. This was the case for a Barrington teenager’s pink powder puff of a room. While some teens tackle these transformations themselves with cans of paint, this family handed the task over to a pro. Enter West Bay-based designer Lindy Lowney, who explains, “My client was interested in a blue-green, neutral color palette for a fresh, modern update – blending neutral tones with coastal hues and lots of texture.” The homeowner adds, “the assignment was tricky because the final result needed to resonate with the teenager and her parents!”

Photos by Mark Makes Media, courtesy of Lindy Lowney Design

Life & Style HOME

By Elyse Major

Even before the pandemic, teenagers have notoriously spent much time in their rooms, so Lowney was sure to create visual space and ample storage, along with a comfortable study area and accents with personality and panache. Following the “place for everything and everything in its place” adage, Lowney installed upper and lower cabinets – much like in a kitchen – featuring an e cient pull-out printer drawer, and a platform bed with deep drawers for linens and sweaters. Not typically found in a bedroom, a console table adds style and surface space, and has two-toned woven baskets that tuck beneath for odds and ends. To keep things from getting too serious, a faux

Photos by Mark Makes Media, courtesy of Lindy Lowney Design

The

countertop was custom matched to coordinate with the modern freestanding desk

Life & Style HOME

By Elyse Major

fur chair cover adds flu and levity, while playful wallpaper and hex-shaped hardware lend visual interest to the design.

Out went the pastels and in came a subdued elegant color palette drawn from the thick Persian-style rug. “Bed linens were kept simple for a clean, modern look with pops of whimsical patterns and texture,” says

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Lowney. Other mindful elements include custom black-out linen drapery to conceal the morning light. A stunning capiz shell honeycomb pendant light fixture and backdrop of watery grays with dashes of indigo imbue a coastal sense of place. Modern, appealing, and inviting all at once, this bedroom is sure to be embraced for years to come.

Layered lighting allows for light control – from the capiz honeycomb pendant to the task lighting on the desk

Photos by Mark Makes Media, courtesy of Lindy Lowney Design

Textures and patterns keep seemingly simple bed linens interesting

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FAMILY FAVES

The homeowners cite Barrington Books, Blue Kangaroo Cafe, and Sweet Lorraine’s Candy Shoppe as family go-tos around town.

LOCAL TALENT

“Rhode Island has a wonderful community of creatives and there are endless opportunities to support our many talented small businesses. Our state is small but mighty in what it has to o er,” says Lowney, who enlisted Kreatelier in Providence to create the custom drapery and pillows.

ABOUT THE DESIGNER

Lowney is a Rhode Island-based Allied ASID interior designer and owner of Lindy Lowney Design. Since establishing her own design business, she has styled and designed residential homes for over 15 years, providing a modern coastal aesthetic for her clientele. Learn more at Bio.Site/LindyLowneyDesign

By Elyse Major

Parade Ready

Between buntings, flags, and the painted stripe running through Bristol, the East Bay is festooned with red, white, and blue at most every turn – and you can be, too – with cheerful apparel and accessories sourced from around the area. Whether it’s chic jewelry, a jaunty hat, or quintessentially preppy shorts, these picks will give you star-spangled style long after July.

1. ADELAIDE 5 PAVÉ RUBY NECKLACE: Haverhill.com

2. NAVY TWILL SHORTS WITH AMERICAN FLAGS: The Narragansett, Newport

3. BUCKET HAT: Dapper Flapper at Hotpoint Emporium, Bristol

4. AQUATIC ROMPER: Cory Farms Past & Presents, Portsmouth

5. LAPIS DROP EARRINGS: Tiffany Peay Jewelry & Healing Arts, Tiverton

6. STAR SWEATER: Tyler Boë, Newport

7. RHODE ISLAND BAG: AtelierVero.com at Ink Fish Books, Warren

Life & Style FIELD TRIP

By Elyse Major & Hugh Minor

You’re Gonna Need a Bigger Boat

Jaws fans can crush it this summer with Quint’s go-to beer, screenings, feedings, and more

From the moment it hit the big screen, Jaws , directed by Steven Spielberg became one of the first summer blockbuster movies. Released in 1975, it scared beachgoers right out of the water (and some never went back in). If you’re a newbie to the film, it’s a fish-out-of-water story about a NYC police chief who moves his family of four to the sleepy New England island of Amity. All is calm until a great white shark begins chomping on swimmers and the town’s livelihood is at stake. While some of the filming took place on Martha’s Vineyard, there’s plenty for Rhode Island fans to get excited about right here. Check out these things you can do without ever getting drenched.

JAWS AT THE DRIVE-IN

Whoever programs the Misquamicut Drive-In Theater must be a fan because according to our calculations, the original not only kicked o their season opening in May but runs a few more times. Jaws: July 2, 9; August 4. Westerly: MBADriveIn.com

JAWS AT THE BEACH

Wednesday evenings at dusk Narragansett Town Beach is the place to be for movies shown on a screen at the Cabana Horseshoe. Bring a beach chair or blanket to stay put on the sand even as Mayor Vaughn encourages you to go in the water! July 12. NarragansettRI.gov

JAWS SUMMER PARTY

What better place to see a movie about the terrors of the ocean than in the City by the Sea? This annual party typically has live music, beer tasting, merch, and swag. The fun starts at 6:30pm, followed by a screening of the movie at 7:30pm. July 20 and 21. Newport, JanePickens.com

LIVING SHARKS MUSEUM

An unassuming building in downtown Westerly is home to some of the best memorabilia available for public viewing, including a replica of Ben Gardner’s head (which, if you remember the scene, becomes detached in one of film history’s greatest “jump scares”). At the

Photo (L) courtesy of Keith Cowley, Living Sharks Museum, (R) courtesy of Misquamicut Drive-In

Biomes Marine Biology Center

Living Sharks Museum, find books, posters, props, and original toys based on the award-winning film while your suggested donation helps support the museum’s mission to educate through a visual record of shark history, exploitation, and conservation. Westerly, LivingSharks.org

NARRAGANSETT BREWERY

“Crush it like Quint” – which takes its cue from the famous scene of the salty shark hunter smashing an emptied can of Narragansett Beer in his bare fist – is a popular saying for Jaws fans and beer lovers alike. Pour one out for Quint with a visit to the actual brewery – an atmospheric bar with good food and river views. The website even has its own Jaws page under the Shop tab. Providence, NarragansettBeer.com

RHODE ISLAND LICENSE PLATE

Help get the coolest plate into production: a rendering of a now-endangered mako by artist Paul McPhee. Nearly half of the proceeds of each plate purchase will go to the Wakefield research nonprofit, the Atlantic Shark Institute. The RI Department of Motor Vehicles requires that 600 plates get ordered and purchased to be put into production, so don’t be a chum and order yours now. AtlanticSharkInstitute.org/LicensePlate

FIN FACT

If you watched “Shark Week” on Discovery Channel or discovery+, you may have caught a glimpse of the impressive work of Exeter’s own Joe and Lauren Romeiro. The couple is a well-respected and accomplished film team dedicated to shark conservation and education. The mission is simple: to give voice to the animals they admire in the face of negative attention sharks receive. Learn more at 333productions.com

SHARK CAMP

For one week in July, high school sophomores and juniors interested in sharks, marine life, and biological sciences can enroll in Shark Camp at the University of Rhode Island. Students participate in classwork and conduct a trawl in Narragansett Bay where they examine sharks, fish, squid, crabs, whelk, and other marine life aboard the school’s research vessel, the Cap’n Bert. It’s a great way for young people to get their feet wet as they explore careers in marine biology. Begins July 17. Kingston & Narragansett Bay: Web.URI.edu

SHARK FEEDING AND PETTING

Interact with two species of shark – dogfish and bamboo – at Biomes Marine Biology Center, an

Nostalgia abounds in Westerly

education facility boasting the largest collection of New England marine life in the world! Demonstrations and feedings are typically held on weekend afternoons (best to contact first to confirm). You can even host a Shark Petting Birthday Party. Open daily, 12-5pm. North Kingstown, BiomesCenter.com

SHARK LOUNGE & SHARK BAR

Matt Hooper describes the movie’s namesake as an eating machine and you can be one, too. There’s Shark Lounge in Pawtucket (SharkLoungeRI.com) serving authentic Peruvian cuisine like mussels dish Choros al Tiburon (chorus to the shark) and the Shark Drink cocktail. Closer to home, check out Broadway’s Shark Bar at Cabana (read more on page 40).

Photo courtesy of Biomes Marine Biology Center

Food & Drink

Main Squeeze

More than an iconic frozen treat, new Del’s spot brings people together in Warren

Recently renovated and under new ownership, Del’s Depot not only carries on the tradition of one of Rhode Island’s most beloved summertime beverages but also pays homage to its Warren location’s roots. The former train depot is now a popular stop on the well-traversed East Bay Bike Path and mere steps from the town’s many eateries.

“We are four friends, family really, who stumbled upon the opportunity to be a part of this timeless and beloved RI frozen treat,” says co-owner Aliya Johnson. With backgrounds in interior design, the group purchased the Del’s spot from former long-time owner Marsha Matteson and gave the space a facelift, inside and out. New touches like patterned wallpaper complement classic details – like the stacks of green-andyellow cups – sure to solicit joy. “It was important for us to respect the age of the building and bring back some life to a once dreary building.”

Along with lemon, expect a full line of Del’s flavors, including watermelon, blood orange, peach mango, and blueberry, plus bottled beverages including juices and sparkling drinks. For dedicated Del’s fans, the shelves are stocked with must-have merch. Johnson also looks forward to hosting events, such as paint nights, crafting sessions for kids, live music shows, and collabs with other business owners.

“Our hope and vision are very much the same as any project we have worked on in the past – whether it was together or separately – to create a safe place for all walks of life to gather, to be a positive impact within the community, and to support other local artists, musicians, and businesses,” shares Johnson. 65 Child Street, Warren, @dels.depot |

By Abbie Lahmers

Photo courtesy of Del’s Depot

Food & Drink EXPERIENCE

By Kou Tukala Nyan

On Island Time

Infused with seaside charm no matter where you’re seated, Cabana is a slice of tropical paradise. Once we had parked in the lot behind their patio, my friend and I took to exploring. Upstairs is the Shark Bar, an event space complete with a disco ball and enormous shark suspended from the vaulted ceiling. From the first floor accented with shiny gold leaves and the brightly hued abstract paintings of the backroom to the resort-like outdoor Beach Bar boasting round white picnic tables and umbrellas, I knew we were in for a treat setting foot inside the Newport restaurant.

There are seating options for all styles of diners – whether huddling around a hightop or being social at the bar. We opted to

tropics

settle into a comfy booth by the window so we could watch passersby stroll bustling Broadway, while singing along to the popular ‘70s and ‘80s hits that played overhead.

Our server Holland’s enthusiasm was contagious as he listed a range of food and drink recommendations. We started with a couple of bevvies to sip while thinking over our dinner options – and we loved our drinks. The Passion Spritz is a bright orange, pleasingly fruity and tangy selection that tastes like summer in a glass, with a splash of Aperol to counter the sweetness of passion fruit and Prosecco. Almost any drink on the menu can be served as a mocktail, so we also tried the Painkiller sans-alcohol, which was reminiscent

Must-Try Items

Passion Spritz ($12)

Aperol, passionfruit, and Prosecco

Shrimp ‘n Grits ($28)

Kenyon’s Grist Mill corn meal, native asparagus, shallot, and lemon

Apple Bread Pudding ($12)

Bread pudding, caramel, apple slices, and ginger ice cream

of a piña colada with blended pineapple, orange, nutmeg, and coconut cream.

Enticed by all of Holland’s suggestions, and encouraged by his assurance that “You can’t go wrong!” with seafood apps, we finally decided on a round of Stu ed Clams and Sauteed Littlenecks. I thoroughly enjoyed assembling the lemon and garlic-seasoned meat of

CUISINE: New England coastal fare

ATMOSPHERE: Island vacation

You won’t have to look further than Broadway for a taste of the

Apple Bread Pudding

Spicy Guava Margarita

Photos courtesy of Cabana

the littlenecks onto buttery, crunchy grilled sourdough bread. The clams were spicy and sweet, with a squeeze of lemon adding a yummy tartness.

Appetites whetted, next came an entree of Steak Frites, a hearty and juicy bistro filet topped with melt-in-your-mouth blue cheese; sauteed greens and mushrooms on the side soaked up the juices, creating a burst of umami, nicely accompanied by a side of baby potatoes with ketchup. We also raved over the Shrimp ‘n Grits: creamy, buttery, and smooth, with well-seasoned jumbo shrimp.

One more cocktail – the Spicy Guava Margarita – with lime, guava, and jalapeño-infused tequila, sweetened by a hint of agave was pure delight. We dug into the Apple Bread Pudding, a soft yet thick base with caramel, topped with tangy apple slices, served with a scoop of ginger ice cream on the side. It was the perfect note to end an evening that felt like an island vacation.

Cabana

140 Broadway • 401-324-5167

CabanaNewport.com

Steak Frites

By Kennedy Ryan

For the Love of Wine

The sommelier at a Newport mainstay mindfully curates pairings that tell stories

Along with the lure of world-class steak over harborside views, 22 Bowen’s Wine Bar and Grille brings a sommelier’s touch to the culinary destination in the City by the Sea. Wine director Stephanie Steed curates an experience around each carefully selected pour.

Like many Rhode Islanders in the restaurant industry, Steed’s journey began at Johnson & Wales University, where she completed an Associate’s Degree in culinary arts, then a Bachelor’s Degree focusing

on restaurant management with a double concentration in wine and beverage studies, and from there her path diverged from victuals to viticulture. “I went into my program wanting to be well-rounded,” says Steed. “I kind of just fell into my love for wine. It was a happy accident.”

After graduating, Steed started her career at Ocean House in Watch Hill, first serving, then as a sommelier. What started as an opportunity to work in fine dining before returning to the kitchen turned into

over three years of experience and a slightly altered career path dedicated to furthering her skills in wine and beverage. While working at Ocean House, she completed her certification as a sommelier through the Court of Master Sommeliers.

“There’s something new to learn every day,” she says. “Tasting wine was great, but I really enjoyed learning about the history side of things.” After her time at Ocean House, Steed became the sommelier at The Wheatleigh Hotel in Lenox, Massachusetts

Photos courtesy of 22 Bowen’s Wine Bar and Grille

Wine pairings complement the many savory entrees at 22 Bowen’s Wine Bar and Grille

where she ran their beverage program for three years. When the opportunity arose for her to return to Rhode Island at 22 Bowen’s Wine Bar and Grille, she was thrilled.

As the wine director, Steed is focused on small production, sustainability, and innovation. For pairings, her goal is to offer a wide selection of offerings. Visitors will still see traditional choices, with rotating favorites from California, France, and Italy on the menu, but Steed also pours a variety of new reserve wines by the glass, each with a focus on sustainability, small production, or female winemakers.

“I want to get to the point where sustainability isn’t just a fun fact because all of our offerings are like that. Everything can be sustainable,” says Steed, explaining that environmentally sound winemaking can adhere to a variety of disciplines, from pesticide-free practices to grapevines grown on solar-powered farms.

While every wine comes with its own unique flavor and origin, all of the selections share an added touch: they each have a history. “A great glass of wine is one that makes you feel very special because of its story. Those are the ones I’ve fallen in love with. I love hearing about wine created by small family businesses or female wine producers,” says Steed. “Wine is a very personal experience.”

Whether you’re new to wine or consider yourself an oenophile, Steed shares the same advice with both guests and restaurant sta for enjoying a glass of wine: “Slow down in your everyday life and take in what’s around you. A lot of elements in wine are nature based, but you can’t discover them unless you slow down to take them in,” she says. “When you’re on the beach, take in the salty air. Take in the flavors at the farmers market and in the grocery store. Pick up those aspects in your daily life.”

22 Bowen’s Wine Bar and Grille

Bowen’s Wharf, Newport • 401-841-8884 22Bowens.com

Wine director Stephanie Steed

By Ken Abrams

The mood is bright and cheerful at the newly opened Wharf Fishhouse & Tiki Bar in Newport. Bowen’s Wharf is now home to the area’s only tiki bar, something owner Scott Kirmil felt was missing on Aquidneck Island. “My wife and I have always been into tiki bars and love going to di erent cities and checking out the best ones. We felt there was a void in Newport, which was kind of surprising given the yachty island-ness of the town,” says Kirmil.

The menu o ers Polynesian-inspired small plates like grilled prawns over island rice with papaya butter. “We’ve done some Hawaiian-style things including Coca-Cola barbeque spare ribs – super tender; they fall o the bone,” says Kirmil. “We’re also going old-school Hawaiian with Spam sliders, with a sweet southern slaw. Those have been a hit; people don’t usually see that around here.” The restaurant is open Wednesday through Sunday for dinner and drinks, with extended hours on weekends when Kirmil expects to serve late-night crowds, with the kitchen staying open until 11:30pm on Fridays and Saturdays.

41 Bowen’s Wharf, Newport, WharfFishHouseNewport.com

Culinary cultures collide in a South Kingstown eatery

Known for serving traditional Native American entrees, Willie’s Place recently reopened at a new location in Peace Dale. Owned and operated by William Johnson, a member of the Narragansett Tribe who grew up in Charlestown, the restaurant had previously only sold local favorites through a take-out window. “We now have indoor dining, a deck, and a bigger kitchen,” says Johnson.

The menu features creative comfort food. “I call it Native American fusion. That way, I can pretty much bring anything on and off the menu,” explains Johnson. “We’ll be doing a lot of traditional Native American meals, fresh lemonade, and weekly specials.” Willie’s signature dish is The Gansett, named after the tribe. “We take a traditional Native American fry bread and put taco toppings on it. Instead of a bean chili, I changed it to a three-meat chili with chorizo, beef chuck, and ground beef with beans served over fry bread with lettuce and tomato.” Top it off with house-made hot sauce and sour cream and you’re good to go! 1283 Kingstown Road, Wakefield, WilliesPlaceRI.com

Photos courtesy of Wharf Fishhouse & Tiki Bar

Popular PVD brunch destination expanding

Known for drawing eager brunchers lining the sidewalk every weekend, Julian’s on Providence’s Broadway will soon be adding more seats, a new bar, and an inside waiting area. In 2020, owner Brian Oakley secured the space adjacent to the restaurant formerly occupied by Broadway Cleaners. “The plan was to expand into that space,” says Oakley. “Then the pandemic hit. With the shutdown, there was no sta ng, no seating; we literally put in the order for the windows we just installed over two years ago.”

The expansion is expected to be completed by the fall. “When the pause happened, we started closing at 8pm and went to an all-day brunch menu. [In May], we reimplemented our dinner program. That will be a part of the expansion.” That daily brunch menu, served from 9am until 4pm, features traditional entrees along with unique dishes like the Nova Scotia Eggs Benedict, Tofu Scram, and the popular Special Oakelbowl: “poached eggs laying majestically across a bed of Homies kicking it with smoked bacon and kimchi cuddling under a blanket of sriracha hollandaise with pillows made of scallions.” 318 Broadway, Providence, JuliansProvidence.com

Discover the flavors of Rhode Island! From fresh seafood shacks to farm-to-table eateries, little Rhody o ers a diverse culinary landscape that caters to all tastes. Indulge in delicious seafood, global cuisines, and locally-inspired dishes, and experience the culinary richness of the Ocean State with a dining experience that will leave you craving for more.

Dave’s Fresh Marketplace

1000 Division Street Suite 20, East Greenwich | 401-558-0190 | davesmarketplace.com/WeeklySpecials

Made fresh daily in our kitchens - 60+ Take Out Options!

All Favorites Cafe

1678 Broad St, Cranston | 401-941-3550 allfavoritescafe.com |

A Breakfast/Lunch restaurant serving a mash up of Southern and French inspired flavors. Everything from French Toast to Cubanos.

Chelo’s Hometown Bar & Grille

8 locations across RI!

Chelos.com |

A Rhode Island staple since 1955! Fresh, homemade deliciousness in every bite.

El Paisa Restaurant Patio and Bar

598 Dexter Street, Central Falls 401-726-8864 | ElPaisa.com |

Since 1978, El Paisa Restaurant and Bar has served home-cooked, classic Colombian recipes and cocktails with great joy.

BLU On The Water

20 Water St. East Greenwich | 401-885-3700

bluonthewater.com |

Fresh seafood daily and live outdoor entertainment make BLU RI’s premier waterfront destination.

Chelo’s Waterfront

1 Masthead Dr. Warwick | 401-884-3000

Cheloswaterfrontri.com |

Fresh food, family friendly, and unparalleled views of Greenwich Bay.

Mambo Sushi

380 Atwells Ave, Providence 401-642-8439 |

mambosushiprovidence.com

Peruvian Flair to Asian Cuisine

CAV Restaurant

14 Imperial Place, Providence | 401 751-9164

CavRestaurant.com |

Bistro style Brunch and Lunch. Fine Dining Dinner.

The Coast Guard House Restaurant

40 Ocean Rd, Narragansett | 401-789-0700

thecoastguardhouse.com |

Waterfront dining - local raw bar, lobster, pasta, steak & seafood. Award-winning wine list. Dining rooms, bars, patio & deck.

Marcelino’s Boutique Bar

1 W Exchange St, Providence | 401-666-0088

marcelinosboutiquebar.com |

Craft cocktail bar serving Mid-Terranean Fusion Mezze and World-Class Craft Cocktails | #ItsMarcelinos

Slice of Heaven

32 Narragansett Ave. Jamestown

401-423-9866 | sliceofheavenri.com

| Serving breakfast, lunch and daily handcrafted pastries. Family and dog friendly with a great outdoor patio.

Stack House

99 Fortin Road, Unit 108, Kingston

401-854-7470 | Stackhouseus.com |

New England’s Premier Brunch, Fried Chicken and Southern Cuisine Restaurant with a menu boastings over 20 chicken flavors.

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Tallulah’s Taqueria

Three Locations:

West End • Fox Point • Jamestown

tallulahstaqueria.com |

Order by App, Online, or In-Store. Chicano Street Food...Rooted in Hospitality.

Twin Willows

865 Boston Neck Road, Narragansett

401-789-8153 | TwinWillowsRI.com |

Water-view dining with fresh lobsters & steamers served daily in this casual sports bar/restaurant.

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Water views of the Newport Folk Festival at Fort Adams

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