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This Month 18 Our Men in Washington

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How RI’s elected officials are preparing for the new administration

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February is for Lovers… And Sweets If you’ve checked Instagram lately, you’ve probably seen doughnuts. Lots of doughnuts, covered in everything from candy to fried chicken. (Yes, really, fried chicken on a doughnut.) With the opening of two new gourmet doughnut shops, the city is officially having a moment with the sugary morning confections. If it’s true that the way to the heart is through the stomach, then there’s no better time than February, the month of love, to delve into the city’s collective sweet tooth. We combed bakeries all over Providence for sweets: everything from new

(and maybe a little weird) flavors to international desserts and presidential favorites. This Valentine’s Day, ditch the drugstore chocolates. A white box tied with string is the true sign of love.

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Kim has been a member of the Providence Monthly family for years. New Jersey born and Rhode Island raised, her last meal, she tells us, “would probably involve stuffies and a cheesesteak.” Kim lives in Newport, which satisfies her love for “historic homes that tilt to one side, cobblestones and pineapples.” This month, she joins the PM staff as our new Marketing Coordinator. Since February brings Valentine’s Day with it, Kim would like to mention that the best gift she’s ever received was a cheese of the month membership from Dean & Deluca. “It was a delicious four months!” Take note, folks: your partners will thank you.

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WELCOME TO THE DOG HOUSE Things are looking shiny and new over at Providence Animal Rescue League (PARL). PARL recently expanded its dog adoption area, replacing their old ‘70s era kennels with 370 square feet of double-sided kennels with acoustic panels to lessen barking noise. The new kennels feature private spaces for shy dogs, bigger spaces for larger dogs and kennels that two or more bonded animals can spend time in together.

Your future best friend is currently living a cozy life at PARL’s new spacious kennel

PARL has made their new kennels all about the dogs’ comfort while they’re waiting to go to their forever homes. And, it’s not all for our furry canine friends. This new space has the dogs moved away from the cat area, so that the dogs’ feline counterparts can get some rest without their noisy neighbors. The new space is something for everyone to wag their tails about. 34 Elbow Street, 421-1399. PARL.org

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If I could have

an autograph from Bryan Adams, my favorite Canadian master of romantic rock ballads, I’d hang it next to my microwave because that’s where I spend most of my time. If I could wear a bracelet made out of his actual guitar strings, I’d wear it until the Summer of 2069, and then some. It turns out that not only can I don a bracelet made out of his strings, profits from the sales would go to the charity of his choice. This is all thanks to Wear Your Music, a Providence-based women-run company. Wear Your Music founder Hannah Garrison began designing jewelry made from recycled materials back in 2004. Her studio doubled as a gathering place for artists, mainly musicians. Whereas most hosts would be annoyed by guests constantly leaving items behind, Hannah redesigned their refuse into wearable art and, voila, guitar string

bracelets were born. Former Allman Brothers guitar player Warren Haynes was the first famous musician to donate his strings, and chose to give profits from the sales to Headcount, a non-profit using music to promote participation in democracy and voter registry. More than 100 charities, 150 artists, and over half a million dollars in donations later, Wear Your Music now features the strings of acclaimed artists such as Eric Clapton, John Mayer and Bonnie Raitt, just to name a few. Prices vary per artist and their famous strings can be customized into bracelets or pendants. They carry strings from a wide range of musical genres from classic rock, to country, to reggae. It’s only rock and roll, sustainability, fashion and charity but I like it, like it, yes I do. WearYourMusic. com –Kim Tingle

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Co-Working, Without the Co-Workers I’ve always imagined paradise to be a library, with big comfortable chairs, peace and quiet for days, and all of the time in the world to think, read, and write. Then Red DWG Library opened up in Pawtucket, and after one afternoon in the chic co-working space, I’m ready to ditch my actual office and set up shop there for good. Co-working – the idea of sharing office space – is popular in bigger cities, but it’s just catching on in Rhode Island. So is the trend of New Yorkers moving to Providence for quality of life, and bringing trends with them that push PVD to the next level. Enter David and Kathy Gomez, who recently moved from the city with the idea of opening co-working offices around the state. “It’s definitely not an office. It’s an art-filled lounge that is inspiring and focused,” Kathy says. “We wanted to raise the standard of co-working to a more focused, motivating and engaging atmosphere.” Their first office is in the American Wire Lofts in Pawtucket, and uses the historic architecture to its advantage, offering

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Wear Your Music’s bracelets oﬀer rock star cred with none of the brooding or heavy gear

Trade your cubicle for a cozy fireplace at Red DWG Library

different rooms for the level of quiet and privacy you want. As I was sitting in the lounge by the bio-fuel fire on a cozy couch with a laptop table in front of me, enjoying their daily afternoon tea service, I was finishing a whole day’s worth of work in one afternoon. I might keep co-working, and never see my co-workers again. 413 Central Avenue, Suite 300, Pawtucket. 229-9526, RedDWGLibrary.com –Julie Tremaine

PVD’s Literary Star Map Pop quiz: What do

H.P. Lovecraft, Edgar Allan Poe and Cormac McCarthy have in common? If you answered Providence, you’re right. The city is known for having a deeply rich and fascinating literary history but it’s never been put together in one easyto-use place. That is, until now. Literary Providence: A Map and Guide to Writers and Writing, the brainchild of Chris Witt via Hidden Streets, features 32 different spots throughout the city where literary greats have walked. The idea behind the map is that you tour Providence yourself, going from point to point and reading on the map what exactly the significance is with that particular literary spot. The map itself is broken down in case you don’t have time to do all of it. Only up for the East Side? It has a section dedicated solely to writers there, as well as other sections for downtown, College Hill and “elsewhere.” The map also features notable bookstores and libraries throughout the city. The Literary Providence map is available through many local bookstores around town, as well as the

Providence-Warwick Visitor’s Bureau, but is most easily obtained through the Hidden Streets website. HiddenStreetsPVD.com –Caitlin Howle

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The Burning of the Gaspee (in the style of The Black List Table Reads)

Marc Maron interviews James Woods on WTF Like any episode of WTF, this is really just an excuse for host Marc Maron to work on some of his personal baggage. Woods’ appearance would seemingly delve into topics such as playing Lester Diamond in Casino or his side hustle as an antiques dealer, but really it’s just an excuse for Maron to have Woods, as an esteemed representative of the Ocean State, answer for that time in the early ‘90s when his car got stolen while in town on a gig. In the end they’ll work it all out. We good?

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The burning of the HMS Gaspee is often overlooked for the more family-friendly Boston Tea Party. The Black List Table Reads takes the best screenplays Hollywood hasn’t or won’t produce and recruits celebrities and comedians to read them for the audience they deserve. In this historic podcast, Nick Offerman would be perfect as Abraham Whipple, leader of the Gaspee Affair and later the commander of the Continental Navy frigate the USS Providence.

The Longest Baseball Game Ever Played (Hosted by Bill Simmons) If a single baseball game can go 33 innings, then we can make a ten episode serialized podcast about a single baseball game: the Pawtucket Red Sox’s legendary match against the Rochester Red Wings. This would be great for Bill Simmons and his podcast network, The Ringer. Notable figures from that fateful game, played over the course of two consecutive April days in 1981 and concluded two months later, included Wade Boggs and Cal Ripkin Jr.

Rock for Rudy

Celebrate the Music of a Local Legend The Met will host a benefit for The Young Adults’ Rudy Cheeks on February 19

Rudy Cheeks is a

legend in the music scene. He’s a founding member of The Young Adults and was a regular at the original Lupo’s in the late ‘70s. Rudy and his band, who are music royalty in the Rhode Island Music Hall of Fame, were also featured in the locally shot indie cult classic (It’s a) Complex World. He is one half of Phillipe & Jorge’s Cool, Cool World, the long-running column that found sanctuary in Motif after the late, great Providence Phoenix folded. Unfortunately Rudy’s facing some health issues, so the scene he’s championed for decades is giving a little back. The Met will host Shake Your Booty for Rudy on February 19, featuring performances from Mark Cutler and the Men of Great Courage, Mark and Sam Taber, and even Rudy’s own The Young Adults. Proceeds will go to help the man himself, because without him it wouldn’t be such a cool, cool world. TheMetRI.com –TP

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PVD Missed Connections The city's lingering problems are looking for love

Love is in the

air this month, what with Valentine's Day, Mardi Gras on the 28 and National Drink Wine Day (February 18) in between. In the spirit of romance, we're helping a few lovelorn souls turn their luck around by writing the Missed Connections listings they've been too embarrassed to post.

YOU SEEM SO INNOVATIVE 195 Land looking for sexy developers You’re that sexy knowledge economy all my friends want to get a piece of. When I finally caught a glimpse of you I could see what all the fuss was about. I would love to have you explore my parcels. Check out my website, 195District.com, if you wanna see some pics that will get you excited.

STOP TEASING ME Pension System looking for serious commitment Don’t think I haven’t noticed how you keep flirting with me but never go all the way. You can’t just keep funding me at 25% and act like you’re gonna get 8% back on your investment. My unfunded liabilities yearn for you to fill me up. Don’t keep me waiting too long or you might just ruin everything.

TO THE ONE FLASHING NEW MONEY g4p, Governor for PayPal We had a brief flirtation last year. You were supposedly “looking favorably” at me. You didn’t make your move, but I’ve been on a hot streak since then: Virgin Pulse, Johnson & Johnson, Wexford. You need to get in line while you still can. So I know it’s you, tell me what state I’m the governor of.

ARE YOU MY SUPERMAN?

LET ME TROLL MY WAY INTO YOUR HEART IRL Troll looking for bipartisan romance You: the foxy East Side liberal who posted those passionate and well-researched arguments against the Achievement First expansion on Facebook. Me: the guy from Warwick who keeps trolling your comments in “Dan McGowan’s Scoop on Providence Politics.” Maybe you recognize my profile pic: the muscle bound human body with an eagle head

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wearing a “Make America Great Again” hat. You make me wanna type it in all caps: I’LL SWIPE YOUR PROFILE THE WAY I VOTE – ALL THE WAY RIGHT.

420 FRIENDLY? Legal Weed looking for fun in RI I seen you around the doctor’s office for years now, but I wanna get to know you recreationally. Yeah, I been kicking it with your next door neighbor for the past few months, but she can’t figure out what she really wants from me. Meanwhile, I’ve had my eyes on you. She’s too uptight and bougie for me. I like the artsy type. Is this

the year we finally make it happen? Jah willing.

HAVEN’T SEEN YOU AROUND LATELY Basement apt. looking for primary resident You used to come around the way all the time acting like you wanted to be with me, but now I know it was just for show. You met that high maintenance chick in Johnston and took off to the suburbs. Now you act like you don’t know me. You know it’s not right. You even tried to hide your face when they saw you with her. Come see me sometime. Maybe you forgot the address? 150 Barbara Street. –John Taraborelli

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Skyscraper looking for a sugar daddy My friends all tell me I’m dreaming, but I keep waiting for you to be real. One major corporate tenant looking for downtown office space in a vibrant mid-sized city. A huge state-funded incentive package full of subsidies and tax breaks. A luxury condo redevelopment that brings yuppies down from Boston. I know my perfect deal is out there somewhere. Come dock your zeppelin in my gondola room.

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On January 11, we joined the change makers profiled in our annual 10 to Watch issue to raise a glass to their exciting ideas for Providence. Hosted by Aurora, a sold out crowd joined in the celebration while sampling some of the city’s best new food, including Bucktown, Knead Donuts, Tom’s BaoBao, Massimo, Milk Money, Laughing Gorilla and Tavolo. DJ Ty Jesso kept the spirit lively while Bright Future Aura Photography showed us all our inner lights. Proceeds from the evening went to Food4Good, a mobile soup kitchen serving those in need around the city. Photography by Mike Braca

Sheyla Medina, Stephanie Chang and Matt Perry

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2017’s 10 to Watch and Mayor Jorge Elorza

Darrel Perkins and Tracy Finn

Cassandra and Jacob Rochefort Molly Lederer, Connie Brum and Julie Tremaine

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the ri resistance How Rhode Island's Democratic senators and reps are preparing to reckon with Trump and the Republican majority by John Taraborelli

o call Donald Trump unpredictable or inscrutable would be an understatement. Adding more of a challenge to politicians from a predominantly liberal state are the Republican controlled House and Senate. It all begs the question: how will the members of Rhode Island’s all-Democratic congressional delegation – Senators Reed and Whitehouse, and Representatives Cicilline and Langevin – prepare to reckon with a conservative DC and a president who continues to defy every prediction and expectation? We caught up with each of them in the weeks leading up to the inauguration to find out their biggest concerns, their thoughts on the president’s appointments, and how will they work with or against the new administration. One thing’s for sure: our men in Washington have their work cut out for them.

Senator Jack Reed

Senator Reed on repealing the Affordable Care Act: “That could have devastating effects on not only health care, but on the economy – particularly in Rhode Island.”

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The senior senator’s foremost concern is the battle over the Affordable Care Act, which began almost as soon as the 115th congress convened in January. “That could have devastating effects on not only health care, but the economy – particularly in Rhode Island, where our biggest employer is the health care system,” he says. “It’s one thing to say, ‘Repeal and replace.’ When they start translating campaign slogans into legislation, that’s where reality sets in.” Several of the president’s cabinet picks also give Reed pause. “Many of them have either a lack of experience or records that indicate they’re not particularly supportive of basic norms established over many administrations. You have a Labor nominee opposed to basic protections for workers. An Education nominee who has a particular animus towards public education.” He does, however, approve of General James Mattis for Defense Secretary. Reed does identify some potential areas of common ground between Democrats and the new president, including infrastructure spending and paid family leave, but ultimately he expects they will need to leverage the tools at their disposal, including the filibuster, to stop legislation that they find objectionable. He also sees the bully pulpit as the most important check on the president. “We have been in minority before. We have used our institutional powers along with the ability to speak out. We’re going to have to do it again with renewed energy. Ultimately our strength as a nation is when people stand up, take a position and take it loudly.”

Representative James Langevin Of the four members of Rhode Island’s delegation, Langevin seems the most optimistic. While he has been critical of Trump – he signed on to a letter urging him to rescind the White House appointment of Steve Bannon and sent another to House Speaker Paul Ryan urging him to appoint a select committee on Russian hacking – he also sees opportunity in what will undoubtedly be an unconventional Republican administration. He points to partisan gridlock in the House as one example. “This is one of the areas where I’m hopeful because Trump is not beholden to the Republican establishment. Perhaps he has the flexibility to do things that are bipartisan, chart his own course, and break through logjam.” However, Langevin’s cautious optimism on particular issues should not be interpreted as a sunny outlook overall. He has grave concerns about attempts to repeal Obamacare and gut the social safety net, as well as several cabinet appointments. While he calls Mattis and Homeland Security nominee General John Kelly “quality individuals,” he notes that Trump’s choice of “climate change deniers at both the Department of Energy and the EPA is not a good way to start out.” Despite his reservations, Langevin says he’s focused on finding a way to make bipartisanship work. “The reality is the election is over and it’s not the outcome we were hoping for. Now we have to find a way to govern. Whenever possible, we’ll find common ground, but we’re not going to compromise on values or principles.”

Representative Langevin on working across the aisle: “The reality is the election is over... Whenever possible, we’ll find common ground, but we’re not going to compromise on values or principles.”

Representative David Cicilline

Representative Cicilline on Trump’s unpredictability: “Ultimately the president will have to make a decision, but until that moment we won’t really know where he is on an issue.”

As the newly minted co-chair of the House Democratic Policy and Communications Committee, Cicilline will be taking an active role in articulating his caucus’ response to the Republican agenda. He acknowledges that this job is hampered by Trump’s unpredictability. “It will be difficult because he doesn’t really have positions. Ultimately the president will have to make a decision, but until that moment we won’t really know where he is on an issue.” Like his colleagues, Cicilline is willing to give Trump the benefit of the doubt, but has been discouraged by the first test of his decision-making: presidential appointments. He wrote the letter that Langevin and 167 other Democrats signed, objecting to Bannon’s appointment. He also finds conflicting signals in some of the cabinet choices. “Trump said, ‘We’re not going to touch Medicare,’ then appoints someone to Health and Human Services who supports privatizing Social Security.” While the power of the minority party in the House is limited, Cicilline expects that the more parliamentary nature of the Senate will be an important safeguard against a conservative agenda run amok. “It just won’t work if they pass a bill that only Republicans like.” Meanwhile, he believes that House Democrats need to speak out forcefully and communicate the true impact of Trump’s policies to the American people. Cicilline remains a true believer in the power of government to improve lives and anticipates that Republican overreach will provide an opportunity to show the American people a better way. “In the end, people vote for someone they think is going to change their lives for the better. They ultimately decided Trump was going to do that, but to the extent that it doesn’t happen, people are going to be looking for an alternative.”

Senator Sheldon Whitehouse To say that Sheldon Whitehouse is suspicious of Trump’s cabinet appointments would be putting it mildly. “A man who ran for president on a promise to drain the swamp and disrupt the power structure in Washington appears to be filling his civilian agencies with people who represent the most pernicious special interest in that area,” he says. “Far from draining the swamp, he’s put the chief alligators in charge of it.” He is equally blunt in his assessment of individual appointees. “Jeff Pruitt has probably the worst conflicts of interest of any cabinet nominee in modern history. Jeff Sessions has a history of saying and doing things that may sell in Alabama, but scare an awful lot of people in Rhode Island.” And so on. The EPA nomination touches a particular nerve for Whitehouse, who has been one of the foremost voices on climate change in the senate. He points out that in 2009, a full-page letter ran in The New York Times demanding urgent action on climate change from President Obama and congress; it was signed by dozens of business leaders, including Donald Trump and his three adult children. “At one point he seemed to understand this issue. We have to do what we can to revert him to that understanding.” Whitehouse sees Senate Democrats as “the last emergency brake on the train,” and believes that if they can force their Republican colleagues to simply adhere to the norms and traditions that govern the upper house, they can operate as an effective check on the executive branch. He also sees an important role for citizens in demanding accountability from the Trump administration, and urges people to fight on the issues that matter to them. “The hard work of being a citizen just got harder, but there’s no way to assert your values in a democracy if you’re just on the couch as a consumer of other people’s political output.”

Senator Whitehouse on the role of citizens: “The hard work of being a citizen just got harder, but there’s no way to assert your values in a democracy if you’re just on the couch as a consumer of other people’s political output.”

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PVDonuts created a huge sensation last year when they started selling their gourmet, brioche-style doughnuts out of Sin Desserts. Now, their Ives Street location has lines out the door every weekend, and their buzzworthy dessert innovations – like the Thanksgiving Day, that had Bucktown fried chicken, stuffing and cranberry on top – is making national news at places like Thrillist and Refinery 29. 79 Ives Street. PVDonuts.com

The Cafe at Easy Entertaining only makes doughnuts on Fridays, but they’re worth the wait. Connoisseurs of confections place their orders early in the week for flavors like Bourbon Caramel, or the Brown Butter Coconut, Cinnamon Sugar and Vanilla Glazed pictured here. 166 Valley Street. 437-6090, EasyEntertainingRI.com

Knead Doughnuts is the newest game in town, but with some history. The doughnut shop is on the first floor of the recently renovated 32 Custom House development. They offer perfectly decorated treats in flavors like Brown Butter Toffee, PB & J and Pumpkin Cake, that will make it impossible for you to leave with just one. Good thing they offer doughnut subscriptions for pickup, or downtown delivery. 32 Custom House Street. 865-6622, KneadDoughnuts.com

Dave’s Coffee serves up a variety of gluten-free doughnuts every day, in gourmet flavors like Lavender Honey, Turtle, Raspberry Matcha and Horchata, pictured here. Before you dismiss these treats as wheat-free imitators, give them a taste – they’re so delicious that you would never know they’re GF. 341 South Main Street. 521-1973, DavesCoffee.com

DeLuise Bakery has been baking doughnuts the old fashioned way for over 70 years. The flavors are classics – plain, jelly, chocolate frosted – but the classics have stood the test of time for a reason. A bite of these is pure nostalgia, but the kind of nostalgia that’s baked fresh every day. 1251 Chalkstone Avenue. 351-5826, DeLuiseBakery.com

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T he Ultimate Sweet A sneak peek of what’s about to be the city’s most Instagrammable bakery treat Come face to face with Gluttony, one of the signature Seven Deadly Sins desserts that will be on the menu at Sin Desserts’ new cafe, opening next month. This chocolate charcuterie plate for two has a deconstructed lemon tart on anise cornmeal crust, pate choux filled with apple compote and caramelized

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Baklava, made of phyllo, honey and nuts, is so beloved in Middle Eastern cultures that East Side Pockets gives customers a little, complimentary piece with their order. 278 Thayer Street. 4351100, EastSidePocket.com

The umami flavor in North Bakery’s Miso Brown Butter Cookies comes from the Japanese seasoning. The bakery is known for their unusual flavor combinations, and draws a lot of inspiration from Asian food, like with their DenDen hand pie. 70 Battey Street. 421-4062, NorthBakery.com

There’s more to Indian dessert than just that that little bowl of sweet seeds (called mukwahs) your waiter leaves on the table after dinner. Try the Jalebi, which is deep fried dough dipped in sweet syrup, at Not Just Snacks. 833 Hope Street. 8311150, NotJustSnacks.com

A French Bouchon is a tiny, rich chocolate cake bite; a Cannelé is a sweet dense bread that’s chewy on the outisde and soft on the inside. Ellie’s Bakery serves both confections every day, along with other French treats like macarons. 61 Washington Street. 228-8118, ElliesBakery.com

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A Portuguese celebration isn’t complete without Pasteis De Nata, a traditional sweet custard tart, on the dessert table. They’re hard to find in the city, but the pasteis from Silver Star Bakery doesn’t disappoint. 150 Ives Street. 421-8013, SilverStarBakery.com

Japan isn’t known for their sweets, but red bean cakes are a reliably delicious, not-too-sugary choice for after your sushi. Haruki Express carries several imported varieties, like these Daifuku Mochi Sweet Red Bean Cakes. 112 Waterman Street. 4210754, HarukiSushi.com

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RISD Museum – became available a little over a year ago, Luminous was born. “We saw it as an opportunity to evolve our own company,” Ryan says. Today Luminous is a custom content studio that offers cohesive storytelling for local businesses. “Having grown up in Rhode Island, we are both committed to helping the local community shine,” Ryan says. “We believe that a strong brand coupled with compelling content tells the most powerful stories.” Luminous offers a suite of creative services such as branding, web and video production designed to be distributed across a variety of platforms. “We developed our pricing and project-based services with small businesses in mind,” Bryan says. Their client list ranges from independently-owned businesses to national companies, and includes RISD, Gillette Stadium, Amber Rose Foundation, RI Lottery and Providence Media. They’ve also recently worked with a handful of non-profit organizations, such

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Appreciating the Classics

Trends are exciting, but some things never change… and that’s sweet We say chocolate cake, and you say… Gregg’s Death by Chocolate, right? The indulgent six-layer cake (pictured above) is so iconic in Rhode Island that when President Obama visited, Governor Raimondo brought him through the restaurant’s attached bakery to have a slice. 1303 North Main Street (and other locations throughout the state). 831-5700, GreggsUSA.com The first last name in Italian desserts is Scialo. Scialo Brothers Bakery has been baking up confections in their brick oven on Atwells for 101 years, so they must be doing something right. Their classic Italian pastries, like cannoli and sfogliatelle, are the bakery’s must tastes (though they make a killer cheesecake, and, well, everything else) too. 257 Atwells Avenue. 421-0986, ScialoBrosBakery.com If you’re only having zeppole on St. Joseph’s Day, you’re doing it wrong. LaSalle Bakery makes them by the hundreds from February 1 through Easter, in three flavors: traditional Italian, chocolate mousse and Bailey’s Irish Cream. This is one instance where you don’t need to be a purist – all

three are equally as delicious. Locations on Smith and Admiral. LaSalleBakery.net A brownie is not always just a brownie, especially from Seven Stars Bakery. Their version is bigger than your palm, and is the perfect blend of cakey on the outside and fudgey on the inside, so it’s your best bet, no matter your brownie preference. Locations on Hope and Broadway (and in Rumford). SevenStarsBakery.com When The Duck & Bunny opened seven years ago, cupcakes were a huge craze in PVD (much like doughnuts are right now). But unlike other cupcake bakeries around the city, The Duck has stood the test of time. They make inventive seasonal flavors – including some that are so good you won’t know they’re vegan – but their originals have become modern classics, like the Chocolate Peanut Butter and Red Velvet. 312 Wickenden Street. 2703300, TheDuckAndBunny.com Scones don’t often get a fair shake. When they’re bad, they’re the dense, unloved afterthoughts that

are all that’s left at the bakery counter at 2pm. But when they’re good, they’re from Olga’s Cup and Saucer. The bread wizards over there bake up a rotating selection of sweet and savory scones every day, and they’re almost always a sell-out. 103 Point Street. 8316666, OlgasCupAndSaucer.BlogSpot.com Pastiche Fine Desserts on Federal Hill is a reliably delicious source of a sugar rush, and a great choice for dessert on date night. Everything at the cafe is delicious, but their Fruit Tart is a bite of summer in any season. 92 Spruce Street. 8615190, PasticheFineDesserts.com When Maximillian’s Ice Cream Parlor closed, its devoted fans feared that some of the city’s best ice cream would be lost to history – then came Three Sisters, which picked up where Maximillian’s left off. They’ve made the ice cream tradition their own, adding inventive flavors like Kulfi (cardamom, cinnamon and pistachios) and Dirty Garden Mint (fresh mint ice cream with chopped chocolate chips). 1074 Hope Street. 273-7230, ThreeSistersRI.com

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“I bought the house about four years ago and recently finished a renovation,” she says. “In addition to redoing the kitchen, we took down the wall behind the couch exposing the chimney, which has really opened up and brightened the space.”

Ali’s green sensibility extends from reusing vintage items to filling her home with green plants. “Collecting plants is one of my favorite hobbies,” she says. “Byron teases every time I bring one home, asking me where I’m going to find room for this one. He recently made the mistake of telling me that he really likes aloe plants. I promptly brought one home. There’s always room for one more.”

“In the past year or so I’ve gotten in the habit of buying flowers,” Ali says. “There’s nothing like coming home from a long day of work to fresh flowers. The arrangement behind the couch is by local florist and friend, Flowers By Semia. Her work is amazing.”

The vintage brass lamp behind the couch is one of Ali’s favorite things in the room. “The ornate detailing on it is really stunning,” she says. “It along with the antique lawyer’s bookcase were both gifts from my dad.”

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demonstrates other pieces of it. It looks similar to what Bram refers to as “park tai chi,” all flowing arms, sweeping motions, and slow, deliberate steps and lunges, but this is not simply some form of standing yoga or meditation to relax the body. In fact, all of these moves have practical applications, usually unbeknownst even to those practicing them. Take for example, one of tai chi’s more recognizable flourishes, in which a person slowly lunges forward, sweeping one hand downward while pushing forward with the other. Its practical application is to block an incoming kick and strike the solar plexus of the attacker. That may seem contrary to the peaceful serenity we associate with the folks doing tai chi in the park, but relaxation is in fact a major part of the practice – it’s just that the state of relaxation is intended to keep you grounded in the now so that you can deftly parry an incoming attack and deliver a devastating counter blow without breaking a sweat.

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shut down Facing Thayer to focus just on Breathing Space, so it’s a new beginning for her in more ways than one. After the mask were extractions, and a therapeutic face massage using a serum containing phytoactives from camellia and tamanu oils to restore the skin’s barrier, plus orchid flower and chia seed to smooth and moisturize. The massage included lymphatic drainage, lifting and toning maneuvers, relaxation techniques and focused reiki at the throat and third eye chakras. After that, a multivitamin mask with vitamins A, C, E and F to boost the skin’s recovery and give it a defense against harsh winter elements. After, a neck and shoulder massage with reiki at the heart chakra. As Abby concluded the facial, she cleared the negative energy from all of my chakras, and sent me on my way. I’ve had a lot of facials, and they’re all an hour of bliss, but the takeaway from this one was different. I felt lighter, more clear-headed, and ready to take on all of the new beginnings the new year had to offer.

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If you’re looking for a fun place to get the perfect gift, look no further than Hope Street. Tucked into a corner is a shop that appears tiny, but it’s bursting with charm and handmade pieces, primarily from local artists. Kim Clark started Rhody Craft back in 2009 as a Saturday morning pop-up in her studio at Hope Artiste Village (HAV). She sold her jewelry along with the work of a handful of other local artists during the Farm Fresh Winter Farmer’s Market. “Two years ago, I relocated from HAV to Hope Street and a full time-brick and mortar,” explains Kim. “Initially, I only sold locally handmade art and crafts, but since then I’ve filled in the edges with a few fun, colorful, yet not handmade items. Rhody Craft still primarily showcases the work of over 40 artisans.” The emphasis on all things local is probably the biggest draw of Rhody Craft. The first thing you notice is a ton of cool Rhody gear – t-shirts, mugs, glasses, baby onesies with the state flag, outlines of the Providence skyline and other cute ways to

sport your home state pride fill the walls. And you can get more neat stuff, even if you don’t see it in the store. “We’ve curated the biggest, best collection of locally designed and printed, RI-themed t-shirts found anywhere. A good deal of our work is proprietary, meaning it’s designed by either me or a locally commissioned artist, printed locally and only available at the store,” explains Kim. “So for instance, when we get enough requests for a Rhode Island tea towel, and can’t source one we like or one at a good price, we design and print it ourselves and everyone wins.” Kim has also lived three blocks away from the store for two decades and sits on the board of the local neighborhood association. There are a lot of eye-catching pieces that are unique and unexpected, like repurposed vintage crafts, beer can candles, colorful jewelry and tons of stuff with bright colors and interesting patterns. “It’s

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We started with a few drinks. A couple of years ago, the only Italian beer on American menus was Peroni. In the last year though, Italian craft beers are starting to trend. Avvio’s list has a few picks. My mom had a Baladin Isaac, an adorable pear-shaped bottle of wheat beer with a hint of spice and fruit. Baladin has been a pioneer in this growing movement and is known for its creativity with styles and ingredients. My husband had the Reale Extra from Birra Del Borgo, a draft IPA. My dad went with the classic Peroni, a simple, massproduced lager. The odd one out, I just had to try a Slovenian Rosé from the Slavcek vineyard, in the Vipava valley not far from the Italian border. I appreciated that the by-the-glass wines are also available in half-glass pours. Speaking of starts, an appetizer and a pizza is a good start for four. I thought including shrimp in classic calamari would be an odd twist, but the Calamari and Shrimp Fritti was very similar to other versions of our official state appetizer. Though we were tempted by the Black Fig pizza, we ended up choosing

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The Buzz on Craft Coffee Bolt Coffee Company’s Mark Hundley on creating community around a cup of joe Recently opening an outpost at the RISD Museum’s Café Pearl, Bolt Coffee aims to make craft coffee for the masses. We caught up with General Manager Mark Hundley, who is also the Vice Chair of the Events Committee for the Barista Guild of America, to discuss Bolt’s new space, what’s trending in coffee and more.

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You ended up in the coffee business by accident. How did that happen? My neighbors owned Hava Java in Woonsocket and offered me a job in 2001. I thought it was going to be temporary, but it was the first job where I didn’t mind going to work. Five years later, I ended up buying the business and owned it for five years. Along the way, I started getting more into the fancier side of coffee – the specialty coffee scene. At that point, I was kind of overwhelmed at Hava Java. I wanted to focus more on learning about coffee and that next level of execution, so I started looking for something else. That’s when I stumbled upon Seven Stars Bakery. Everyone told me they had this really awesome training program. When I went to apply for the job, they thought I was overqualified because it was an afternoon barista job and I had just owned a coffee shop. I explained that I wanted to learn as much as I could, and they hired me. I quickly climbed the ranks there and started managing one of their locations. Then, an opportunity opened up to fill a coffee director position. I applied and got it. For the last four years I was there, I was running the coffee program. I was training people, implementing recipes, and got to go to Guatemala to pick out the coffee we were using in-house. How is the Café Pearl space different from the one at The Dean Hotel? Bolt Coffee has always been about being part of a community, and that’s our main focus. Working with RISD has been another step in that direction. We’ve extended our food program and are getting more into seated service. A lot of our customers are sitting down, eating lunch and having coffee. We’re really mindful of asking ourselves, “How can we make the experience more meaningful?” Of all the places to open a second

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location, why the RISD Museum? Bolt had been approached by RISD about opening up a big space, and that’s when I came in. With my experience from Seven Stars, I was able to help make that transition of opening the RISD space really smooth. What can guests snack on at the RISD outpost? From the food standpoint, our avocado toast is probably the most ordered item. Popular drinks we have on the menu include the Woodsman, which is a latte with maple syrup in it, and the Espresso Tonic, which is a play on a gin and tonic. How do you decide which beans to roast? We’re bringing coffees to Providence that a lot of people have never had an opportunity to try. We have a cool partnership program that features different roasters. We’re starting to create more overall buzz in specialty coffee, so we have a lot of roasters sending us samples, and we reach out to roasters we

like all the time. We have our team taste all of these coffees blindly and decide which ones have a place at Bolt. Things will come up like “Wow, this could be an awesome espresso or this coffee would be really good as iced coffee.” We usually work with roasters for four to six months and feature two at a time. What coffee trends are you seeing in the craft coffee scene right now? More thoughtful ingredients in specialty coffee drinks – not a ton of corn syrup and fake sugar. On the flip side, there are coffee shops now incorporating food menus into their coffee service. So it’s not just an awesome cafe with your standard baked goods. They’re places where foodies can get a full meal as well as a great cup of coffee. What does the future hold for Bolt Coffee? We have exciting plans for a flagship location. I’m trying to get all the parts moving to make something like that happen.

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A Culinary Dream Come True Three friends join forces to open Broadway’s Vino Veritas restaurant CHEERS TO BREAKFAST The recently opened Athens Diner in North Providence is an all-day breakfast eatery that also serves up lunch and dinner. As opposed to other traditional breakfast places, this one offers beer, wine and liquor. Athens Diner has a Greek flair, but also includes Italian and American dishes. There’s Get all day breakfast and booze everything from eggs, homefries at Athens Diner in North Providence and toast to Pastitio – a Greekstyle lasagna – and Veal Parmigiana. 1449 Mineral Spring Avenue, North Providence. 228-6677.

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There’s French music in the air, sparkling lights on the wall and the smell of flatbread crisping up in the kitchen. It’s the most recent restaurant addition to Broadway: Vino Veritas. It’s practically across the street from Spirito’s Restaurant and roughly a block from Nick’s on Broadway. Various eateries have occupied this corner location. Hopefully, Vino Veritas is the right restaurant for this spot. Vino Veritas is the dream child of three men. They’ve known each other for years, and have independently worked in the restaurant industry at different times. Chef Mynor Orellana has spent time at Caffe Dolce Vita and the now closed Blue Grotto. Rob Caron also spent time at the Blue Grotto, which is where he and Mynor met, and at Capriccio. Then there’s Brian Crookes, who cooked while teaching high school in Central Falls. It was years in the making, but they finally came together. 48

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There are touches of each of their personalities throughout the cozy locale: handmade cherry tables from Rob and a final menu created by putting all of their heads together. The direction of the menu leans European with strong Mediterranean influences. There are also a few New Orleans inspired creations like the Oysters Bienville – which are broiled in the shell with a light bechamel cream sauce – and brunch beignets. They also have French onion soup, a hand-formed burger, hand-cut pasta and plenty of seafood and vegetarian options. There are lots of dessert choices as well as coffees and after dinner drinks. Then there’s the name, which is a play on the Latin phrase in vino veritas, which translates to, “in wine, there is truth.” Vino Veritas is an honest passion project for Mynor, Rob and Brian. Lucky for us, it’s a delicious truth, too. 486 Broadway. 3832001, VinoVeritasRI.com

A TASTE OF THAILAND Opened this past fall on Federal Hill, Thailand Modern Eatery offers up a taste of Thai street food. It’s got classic dishes like Spring Rolls, Scallion Pancakes, Pad Thai and Drunken Noodles, and more adventurous offerings like the Dry Spicy Chicken Noodle and Pan-seared Pork with Sticky Rice. Because owner Leo Sangadej is trying to showcase authentic Thai flavors, you’ll find that dishes are full of spice and heat. “This is my style of Thai food, and these are the flavors that I grew up with,” he says. It’s easy to tell which dishes run on the hotter side by looking to see how many peppers are next to the description on the menu. They’ve even got a super secret secondary menu with the most traditional dishes available. Currently the space lacks a liquor license, but guests are welcome to BYOB. Thailand Modern Eatery is a refreshing addition to the historically Italian neighborhood, which is continuing to expand its global palate one Middle Eastern, Mexican and Thai restaurant at a time. 292 Atwells Avenue. 272-0882.

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program that even Ernest Hemingway wouldn’t take a red pen to. “We believe in a relaxation of rules,” Lauren tells me, explaining that she bucks the notion of a fussy drink list after decades in the business. “You should be able to have what you want. In fact, you’ve probably already decided what you want to drink when you walk into a place.” Lauren shared their Ginger Cosmo as a winter favorite that couldn’t be easier to replicate. When made well, it’s really quite clean and bordering on elegant. As Lauren says, “the cosmo didn’t die with Sex and the City.” They’re still serving it more than ten years after Chef Susan created it, and they don’t plan on stopping.

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and one philosophy: exceptional cuisine and distinctive spirits, to create the most memorable dining experience. With locations in East Greenwich, Cranston, Warwick and West Warwick, they serve fresh, locally sourced Italian cuisine to Rhode Islanders. The restaurant has a long history of serving classic dishes and elevated Italian favorites in East Greenwich. Last year, they opened a location in Cranston to wide acclaim, and are doing the same with their brand new West Warwick location. But even though you’ve probably heard good things from someone who’s been there and loved it, don’t take their word for it. It’s time to try it for yourself.

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PROVIDENCE COUNTY 10 Prime Steak & Sushi Gourmet steaks and sushi. 55 Pine St, Providence, 4532333. LD $$$ Cafe di Panni Italian American dining with an available banquet facility. 187 Pocasset Ave, Providence, 944-0840. LD $-$$ Capri Swedish-influenced Mediterranean cuisine. 58 De Pasquale Ave, Providence, 274-2107. LD $$-$$$ Catering Gourmet Premiere catering company providing food made from scratch. 333 Strawberry Field Rd, Warwick, 773-7925. $-$$$ CAV Eclectic cuisine and art in an historic setting. 14 Imperial Pl, Providence, 751-9164. BrLD $$-$$$ Centro Restaurant & Lounge Contemporary cuisine and cocktails. 1 W Exchange St, Providence, 228-6802. BLD $$$ Chapel Grille Gourmet food overlooking the Providence skyline. 3000 Chapel View Blvd, Cranston, 9444900. BrLD $$$

Character’s Cafe & Theatre 82 Hybrid art space with all day breakfast, coffee and theatre-inspired entrees. 82 Rolfe Sq, Cranston, 490-9475. BL $ Cucina Rustica Rustic, Italian-style dining combining comfort food and sophistication. 555 Atwood Ave, Cranston, 944-2500. LD $-$$ Flatbread Company Artisanal pizza, local ingredients. 161 Cushing St, Providence, 273-2737. LD $-$$ Fresco Italian American comfort food with international inspirations. 301 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-0027; 140 Comstock Pkwy, Cranston, 228-3901. D $-$$ Harry’s Bar & Burger Handcrafted sliders, brews and pub games. 121 N Main St. Providence, 228-7437; 301 Atwells Ave, 228-3336 LD $-$$

Italian home cooking and more are on the menu at Fresco and DiVine

Jefferson Blvd, Warwick, 739-5111. LD $-$$$ Jacky’s Galaxie Local Pan-Asian chain offering sushi and classic entrees in a modern atmosphere. Locations in Providence, North Providence, Bristol and Cumberland, JackysGalaxie.com. LD $-$$$ Julian’s A must-taste Providence staple celebrating more than 20 years. 318 Broadway, Providence, 861-1770. BBrLD $$ Luxe Burger Bar Build your own creative burger. 5 Memorial Blvd, Providence, 621-5893. LD $ McBride’s Pub Traditional Irish pub fare in Wayland Square. 161 Wayland Ave, Providence, 751-3000. LD $$

Haruki Japanese cuisine and a la carte selections with casual ambiance. Locations in Cranston and Providence. HarukiSushi.com LD $-$$

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

Iron Works Tavern A wide variety of signature American dishes in the historic Thomas Jefferson Hill Mill. 697

Meeting Street Cafe BYOB eatery with large menu of breakfast, lunch and dinner served all day. 220 Meeting St,

Providence, 273-1066. BLD $-$$ Mill’s Tavern Historic setting for New American gourmet. 101 N Main St, Providence, 272-3331. D $$$ Momo Dessert restaurant with crepes, home-made stir fry ice cream and bubble tea. 100 Washington St, Providence, 521-6666. BLD $ Mosaic Restaurant Syrian cuisine served in an intimate setting. 91 Rolfe Sq, Cranston, 808-6512. BLD $-$$$ Napolitano’s Brooklyn Pizza Classic Italian fare and traditional New York-style pizzas. 100 East St, Cranston, 383-7722; 380 Atwells Ave, Providence, 273-2400. LD $-$$ Ocean State Sandwich Company Craft sandwiches and hearty sides. 1345 Hartford Ave, Johnston. 155 Westminster St, Providence, 282-6772. BL $-$$ Opa the Phoenician Authentic Lebanese food served in a fun atmosphere with hookahs. 230 Atwells Ave, Providence, 351-8282. D $-$$$ Parkside Rotisserie & Bar American

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DINING GUIDE bistro specializing in rotisserie meats. 76 South Main St, Providence, 3310003. LD $-$$ Pat’s Italian Fine Italian favorites, natural steaks and handcrafted cocktails. 1200 Hartford Ave, Johnston, 273-1444. LD $-$$$

Pizza J A fun, upbeat atmosphere with thin crust pizza, pub fare and gluten-free options. 967 Westminster St, Providence, 632-0555. LD $-$$ Public Kitchen & Bar American food with changing daily specials. 120 Francis St, Providence, 919-5050. BrLD $-$$

Red Ginger Traditional Chinese restaurant and bar with a relaxed environment. 560 Killingly St, Johnston, 861-7878; 1852 Smith St, North Providence, 353-6688. LD $-$$ Red Stripe Casual French-American bistro. 465 Angell St, Providence, 4376950; 455 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-2900. BrLD $$ Rick’s Roadhouse House-smoked barbecue with a wide selection of whiskey. 370 Richmond St, Providence, 272-7675. LD $-$$

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Siena Impeccable Italian cuisine. Locations in Providence, East Greenwich and Smithfield, 521-3311. D $$-$$$ Spirito’s Restaurant & Catering Classic Italian fare served in a stately Victorian home. 477 Broadway, Providence, 4344435. LD $-$$$ Starbucks Coffee, tea, bakery items and lunch options. Multiple locations. Starbucks.com BL$-$$ T’s Restaurant Plentiful breakfast and lunch. Locations in Cranston, East Greenwich and Narragansett, TsRestaurantRI.com. BL $ Tavolo Wine Bar and Tuscan Grille Classic Italian cuisine with an extensive wine and beer list. 970 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, 349-4979. LD $-$$ The Crossings New American favorites in a chic, urban setting. 801 Greenwich Ave, Warwick, 732-6000. BLD $-$$$ The Dorrance Fine dining with exquisite cocktails. 60 Dorrance St, Providence, 521-6000. D $$$ The Grange Vegetarian restaurant serving seasonal dishes with a juice bar, vegan bakery and cocktail bar. 166 Broadway, Providence, 831-0600. BrLD $-$$

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Dartmouth, 508-999-6975. LD $$ Bluewater Bar and Grill Casual restaurant with modern seafood dishes, patio seating and live music. 32 Barton Ave, Barrington, 247-0017. LD $$-$$$

The Rosendale Bar and grill with welcoming atomposphere and creative menu. 55 Union St, Providence, 421-3253. LD $-$$

DeWolf Tavern Gourmet American/ Indian fusion. 259 Thames St, Bristol, 254-2005. BLD $$-$$$

The Salted Slate An agri-driven American restaurant with global influences. 186 Wayland Ave, Providence, 270-3737. BrLD $$-$$$

Ichigo Ichie Traditional Japanese cuisine, creative sushi and hibachi. 5 Catamore Blvd, East Providence, 4355511. LD $-$$$

The Villa Restaurant & Banquet Facility Family Italian restaurant with live music and entertainment. 272 Cowesett Ave, West Warwick, 8210060. D $-$$

Jacky’s Galaxie Local Pan-Asian chain offering sushi and classic entrees in a modern atmosphere. Locations in Providence, North Providence, Bristol and Cumberland, JackysGalaxie.com. LD $-$$$

The Village Lively bar and grill with comfort fare, bar bites and beer. 373 Richmond St, Providence, 228-7222. BrLD $-$$

Starbucks Coffee, tea, bakery items and lunch options. Multiple locations. Starbucks.com BL$-$$

Tortilla Flats Fresh Mexican, Cajun and Southwestern fare, cocktails and over 70 tequilas. 355 Hope St, Providence, 751-6777. LD $-$$

The Old Grist Mill Tavern Fine dining located over the Runnins River. 390 Fall River Ave, Seekonk, 508-3368460. LD $-$$$

Trinity Brewhouse Rhode Island’s original brewpub. 186 Fountain St, Providence, 453-2337. LD $-$$

The Wharf Tavern Serves fresh seafood and steak with bay views from almost every table. 215 Water St, Warren, 289-2524. BrLD $-$$$

Tony’s Colonial Specialty store offering the finest imported and domestic Italian foods. 311 Atwells Ave, Providence, 621-8675. $-$$$ Twin Oaks Family restaurant serving an extensive selection of Italian and American staples. 100 Sabra St, Cranston, 781-9693. LD $-$$$ The Vig Contemporary sports bar with craft tavern fare. 21 Atwells Ave, Providence, 709-0347. LD $-$$ Vinya Test Kitchen Vegan cuisine accompanied by creative mocktails (BYOB). 225A Westminster St, Providence, 500-5189. D $-$$ XO Cafe Creative cocktails and New American fare. 125 N Main St, Providence, 273-9090. BrD $$

EAST BAY / NEWPORT Black Bass Grille Classic seafood, historic waterfront setting. 3 Water St, South

SOUTHERN RI Besos Kitchen & Cocktails Tapas and eclectic cuisine and cocktails. 378 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-8855. BrLD $$$ Blu On The Water Home to Rhode Island’s largest waterfront deck and three outdoor bars, with a wide menu and full raw bar. 20 Water St, East Greenwich, 885-3700. LD $-$$$ Breachway Grill Classic New England fare, plus NY-style pizza. 1 Charlestown Beach Rd, Charlestown, 2136615. LD $$ Chair 5 Locally sourced and seasonally inspired menus with a main restaurant and rooftop lounge. 1208 Ocean Rd, Narragansett, 363-9820. BrLD $-$$$ Champlin’s Seafood Dockside fresh

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DINING GUIDE seafood serving easy breezy cocktails. 256 Great Island Rd, Narragansett, 783-3152. LD $-$$ Dante’s Kitchen American food with Southern flair. 315 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-7798. BL $-$$ Dragon Palace Chinese cuisine, sushi and bar. 577 Tiogue Ave, Coventry, 828-0100; 733 Kingstown Rd, Wakefield, 789-2300; 1210 Main St, Wyoming, 539-1102. LD $-$$ Eleven Forty Nine City sophistication in the suburbs. 1149 Division St, Warwick, 884-1149. LD $$$ Frankie’s Italian Bistro Fine dining with imported wines from around the world. 1051 Ten Rod Rd, North Kingstown, 295-2500. D $-$$$ Fresco Italian American comfort food with international inspirations. 301 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-0027; 140 Comstock Pkwy, Cranston, 2283901. D $-$$

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ANCIENT ACROBATICS Five thousand years of legends, heroics and performance leap and bound across the PPAC stage this month when Shen Yun returns to Providence on February 4. Shen Yun is a labor of love, created by performers who came together outside of their home country to preserve ancient

Shen Yun captures millennia of Chinese history.

traditions that have been banned by Communist policies that see traditional culture as a threat. Dancers defy gravity as they cover thousands of years of Chinese culture, modern adventure and dare to touch the heavenly realms. PPACRI.org

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Calendar

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February

February 2-12: Get ready for the affair of a lifetime, literally. Check out the Wilbury Theatre’s version of Betrayal by Harold Pinter. This award winning play will have you on the edge of your seat. TheWilburyGroup.org February 2-12: The short days of winter have you feeling cooped up inside. Well, get out and see a hilarious performance about politics and the power of female persuasion. Join Ocean State Theatre as they present Born Yesterday by Garson Kanin. OceanStateTheatre.org February 3: Get ready to dance on your toes when FirstWorks presents the Paul Taylor Dance Company at The Vets. See new dances from arguably the best choreographer of the 20th and 21st centuries. TheVetsRI.com February 3: You’re going to laugh until your sides hurt. Lewis Black will be back in Rhode Island on his The Rant, White & Blue tour. With President Trump in office, you’re sure to hear some hard-hitting, hilarious, political humor. PPACRI.org February 4: Did you know that Valentine’s Day was also a bloody mess of a massacre? Celebrate a different way this year at Fete Music Hall with The Valentine’s Day Massacre! featuring A Killer’s Confession, Kissing Candice, Dead By Wednesday and On Your Deathbed. FeteMusic.com February 7-12: When a boy with a brilliant mind and the inability to navigate the nuances of day-to-day life is accused of killing his neighbor’s dog, he sets out

on a whodunit that reveals facts that will change his life forever. Catch The Curious Incident of the Dog in the NightTime at PPAC to see what Broadway’s been raving about. PPACRI.org February 9-28: Get ready to dance with fairies and romp through the forest with the comedic tale of A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Trinity Rep. Watch the magic and misadventures of Shakespeare’s classic characters. TrinityRep.com February 10: Join ArtProv Gallery’s latest show to honor work by former students of Enrico “Henry” Pinardi, who taught at Rhode Island College. The show Henry’s Kids will feature an opening reception on February 10, the show will be open through March. ArtProvidence.com February 10: Most of us are familiar with the big feature films nominated for the Oscars each year, but the short films? Not so much. See this year’s Oscar nominated live action and animated short films at The Cable Car Cinema and discover cinema’s unsung heroes. CableCarCinema.com February 10-12: Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo? Romeo’s dancing across the stage this month to find his Juliet with Festival Ballet’s Romeo & Juliet. See the famous love story come to life through music and dance. Overbearing parents included. TheVetsRI.com February 10-11: Cross the bridge and head into East Providence to see comedian Tony Hinchcliffe whose comedy special was just released on Netflix. You’ll crack up at his material, and be able to see the man who has written for the past five Comedy Central Roasts. RIComedyConnection.com February 11: Learn just how powerful

WBRU darlings Young the Giant return to Lupos on February 24

February 24: After breaking onto the scene with their hit songs “Cough Syrup” and “My Body,” West Coast rockers Young the Giant have been keeping busy. Catch them at Lupo’s Heartbreak Hotel this month on the local stop of their Home of the Strange tour. Lupos.com

the heart can be this Valentine’s Day. At the Providence Children’s Museum there will be heart healthy activities with kids to learn how to test their heart rate, learn about the anatomy of a heart and more. Recommended for ages 5 and up. ChildrenMuseum.org

February 17-26: Join in as Providence welcomes the 8th Annual Providence Children’s Film Festival with screenings, workshops and plenty of free activities all dedicated to the world of children’s cinema. ProvidenceChildrensFilmFestival.org

February 12, 26: Can’t wait for warmer weather to get your vintage and DIY craft fix? Join the Providence Flea as they host their Winter Market at Hope High School. See your favorite vintage sellers and makers without having to freeze outside. ProvidenceFlea.com

February 17: The Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra will present Beethoven’s Eroica. The concert will feature Symphony No. 3 in E-flat major, op. 55, which is to say they’ll be playing Beethoven’s symphony dedicated to Napoleon. RI-Philharmonic.org

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February 2: Grab your boots and cowboy hats: it’s time to see Miranda Lambert at the Dunk. Performing her Highway Vagabond tour, you’ll get to see Miranda and all of her biggest hits, plus special guests Old Dominion and Aubrie Sellers. DunkinDonutsCenter.com

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February 25: These magicians have nothing up their sleeves. In fact, they don’t even have sleeves. Come and embrace your inner nudist/magic enthusiast with The Naked Magicians at The Vets. TheVetsRI.com

February 21: Looking to discuss books? Maybe nerd out a bit with your favorite author? Join in at the piano bar to be a part of the Point Street Reading Series. ReadingWithRobin.com

February 25-26: Who’s ready to scream? Join some other fear loving, monster-movie-making fans at Terror Con. The only thing to really be scared of is missing all the horrifying action. TheTerrorCon.com

February 25: Here ye, here ye! It’s time for the Providence Preservation Society’s Winter Bash, whose theme is “Kings & Queens.” With food, drinks and DJ JR, you surely don’t want to miss out on this royal affair. PPSRI.org

February 28: Nants ingonyama bagithi baba! You know, the beginning to the amazing Disney’s The Lion King that roars back to life at the Providence Performing Arts Center. Join lions, warthogs and plenty of other animals as they come to life on stage. PPACRI.org

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of The Deadly Desert’s new album Poor Me and the Pity Party would sound like this: few musical creations reveal the full scope of work and vision behind them in the way that the new record from Chris Stern and his band does. It’s a piece of analog art that explores the process of creating an album more than it celebrates the release of it. But, there was something different about this album. I was intrigued by the Sisyphean work put into it, and I was equally intrigued by the relative obscurity it was released into. So, I’ll let that story frame the album like this: Chris Stern, like all great musicians, comes from Woonsocket. He found his way through a smattering of ska bands interconnected in ways I can only imagine ska bands to be until he was, as I believe all ska bands aspire to be, on tour with The Mighty Mighty Bosstones in the band Westbound Train. It was in this band that he met Alex Stern. “We hit it off almost immediately.” Chris says, “We wrote our first song together on that tour.” It was with their Brit-pop band, The

Sterns, that Chris and Alex found late 2000’s success – becoming a critic’s band, getting signed and eventually taking off on tours opening for the likes of Apples in Stereo and the Meat Puppets. But, in true Brit-pop fashion, a triangle between The Sterns and their label led to what Chris calls the “lamest fist fight that you’ve ever seen” and a breakup in 2008. As life continued on, Chris returned to music as a response to what was happening in his life. Chris says, “As I wrote tunes, some were very heavy emotionally but there was something almost lighthearted about writing something so gut-wrenching. So I was sort of laughing at my own misery as a way of coping.” Chris recorded Poor Me and the Pity Party with long-time collaborator Richard Marr at Galaxy Park Studios, and The Deadly Desert is composed of Ryan Tremblay, Jarod Cournoyer and Kathleen Dona-Zavalia of local acts The Stilts and The Lexies.

The mythos surrounding an album has the power to bring it into the relief of the real world in a way that doesn’t happen with other pieces of music. Some artists have an album fully realized but they remain disconnected from the real world outside of it. What the band accomplishes so well on Poor Me and the Pity Party is they let the real world swirl around in the album. They’ve painstakingly tracked every sound to analog tape and worked to make every moment of each track something planned in an unplanned existence. Chris Stern has put together an album solely focused on being just what it is. In his words, “it can just exist.” After years of sitting on his songs, the re-working, rehearsing and methodical recording led up to a quiet release on Bandcamp on election night. As the votes came in for Trump, Chris Stern released an album for the world to hear, turned off his computer and let it be.

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Dance Revolutions

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This month, dance takes center stage at The Vets with concerts from two of today’s most revered choreographers, Paul Taylor and Rennie Harris. The two performances are brought to the city by FirstWorks and The American Dance Legacy Initiative (ADLI). Kathleen Pletcher, the executive artistic director of FirstWorks, says that the events are a part of their Artistic Icons Series and represent a culmination of their goal to connect art and audiences. The performances are also the fruit of collaborations with ADLI. “Partnership is something that’s really true to what we do,” Kathleen explains. “We work with local artists as well as world class artists.” Julie Strandberg, the co-founder of ADLI and founding director of Dance at Brown University, also emphasizes the importance of collaboration and community. Through partnering with FirstWorks, ADLI provides master classes that are open to the public and help audiences understand dance from the inside. “We want to make dance accessible to everyone,” says Julie. “We’re also trying to develop an ongoing partnership where the community is as welcome on Brown’s campus as we are to go out and do things.”

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These partnerships will peak on February 3 with the world premiere of the Paul Taylor Dance Company’s new piece, The Open Door. According to Julie, Paul Taylor is considered one of the greatest choreographers of modern dance, and both women are excited to bring this performance to Providence before its New York debut. “It’s really quite a coup to be getting the premiere,” Julie says. The concert will also include performances of classic pieces like Esplanade, which will be played live by the Brown University Orchestra. On February 24, ADLI and FirstWorks will collaborate again when they bring Rennie Harris’ Puremovement to The Vets. “He’s known for taking dance from the streets onto the concert stage, but also has a deep commitment to educational programs,” says Kathleen. The performance, titled Nuttin’ But A Word, will include both classic and contemporary tracks and dynamic hip-hop choreography. In

keeping with FirstWorks and ADLI’s goals of forging connections and building an inclusive audience, Rennie will conduct workshops for students across Rhode Island. There will also be a matinee performance for students to experience his work firsthand. While these performances are exciting in themselves, Julie and Kathleen are also committed to providing a backstage experience for audiences. “They’re never just observers,” Julie emphasizes. Through offering lectures, classes, workshops and film screenings before the concerts, Julie and Kathleen offer an avenue for engagement as well as education, to amplify the audience’s understanding of dance. “There’s a sense that the performance is like energy; it’s not a transaction, it’s not a passive experience and it can be very interactive,” says Kathleen. “The performance is important but the pathways to the work and people seeing and thinking about the work is something that continues.”

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Street Art is Fine Art OverSpray Studios brings a new element to RI's contemporary art scene

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Last year, local artists Mark Maher and James Rachels opened a gallery unlike any that downtown has been home to before. Located in a below-street-level space at 47 Weybosset Street, OverSpray Studios embodies the ethos of cutting-edge, contemporary street art scenes like those found in Los Angeles, Miami and New York City – which many visitors have already compared the modern-feeling underground space to. “Overspray” is a term frequently used among graffiti artists when working with spray paint, and the gallery’s first show, Organic Illusions, features paintings by both artists as well as colorful geometric woodworking sculptures by James, who works construction on Block Island. Mark also has a full-time job at Hasbro as senior model artist for their Transformers line. OverSpray Studios’ mural and chalkboard art can be found on the outsides and insides of buildings all over town: at Aurora, the Rosendale, G-Pub, an electrical meter near PVDonuts and at the Brass Monkey, just to name a few. Both artists are from Rhode Island and come from street art backgrounds: a subculture that has been the source of immense

OverSpray Studios co-owner Mark Maher working on a public piece during 2016’s PVDFest

controversy in the state for decades. Despite worldwide regard for artists like Banksy, the words “street art” or “graffiti” often evoke negative connotations for the general public; many associate it with vandalism or flagrant destruction of property. Mark wants OverSpray Studios to become the area’s central destination for mural art, to push the limits of the

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subculture and to demonstrate that street and graffiti art are also fine art. “There’s a huge street art and graffiti subculture here in Rhode Island that almost everyone ignores,” says Mark. “We want to bring it out of a negative and into a positive view. Although some of it is vandalism, I personally understand what’s at the root of most of it: a desire for self-expression and creating public art.” Mark points to cities around the world like London, Prague, San Francisco, Berlin and Toronto as leaders in commissioning large, stunning exterior murals that speak to viewers in compelling and unique ways. Although Providence has embraced some public installations like Mary Beth Meehan’s massive portrait series, most have been temporary rather than permanent. Mark believes that murals enhance the aesthetic environment of a city and deter vandalism by creating art instead. He thinks that Providence possesses the artistic talent and resources to create its own art event equivalent to Miami’s Art Basel. In the meantime, OverSpray Studios plans to participate in Gallery Night and to keep up with strong demand from local businesses and organizations for their side work crafting murals and other artwork.

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at RISD, the Nature Lab is a portal into forests and ocean depths well outside of our state’s humble borders. Taxidermy and specimens line the walls of the Edna W. Lawrence Room, where students work off of the stuffed and skeletal forms on everything from life drawing to industrial design. The space is generally only accessible to students, but the Nature Lab’s coordinator, Betsy Ruppa, recently gave us a tour after introducing us to the lab’s well-loved mascot – a gentle, eight year old corn snake named Netop.

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Of the lab’s “namesake and spiritual guide,” Betsy says that Edna Lawrence, a RISD instructor who founded the Nature Lab in 1937, travelled the world collecting specimens “back in the days when women didn’t do that too often and when customs weren’t so tight.” The collection has only grown over the decades, incorporating live saltwater marine life and a powerful electron microscope whose ability to magnify specimens up to 45,000 times allow students to experience even the tiniest of

organisms. In the Nature Lab, science and art inform one another in tandem. “The application of natural materials and the specimens themselves inspire students in ways we can’t even predict,” says lab director Neal Overstrom. “We’re facilitators in that regard.” A passerby might be lucky to catch a glimpse of a specimen through the Waterman Street window but for the students, the lab is a chance to experience whole new worlds of wildlife. 13 Waterman Street, NatureLab.RISD.edu

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