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37 So Stylish Fabulous living in East Greenwich 38 Life/Style 41 Tastemaker 42 Whole Body 45 What’s In Store

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Looking for ways to support your loved ones? time to slow down, what better way to do it than treating yourself on a leisurely January weekend morning? Here’s hoping we all have a lot to be happy about in 2015. Happy new year.

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Dive Right In, the Water’s... Freezing Crazy people are taking polar plunges on January 1 If you’re missing the beach this time of year, well, dive right in. The water might not be fine at this time of year, but you do have a good reason to take the plunge. Polar plunges all over southern Rhode Island are raising money for good causes. Take a look at the list below and see where you’ll be taking a dip for a fresh (read: freezing) start to the new year. Charlestown Town Beach If you can roll out of bed on New Year’s Day by 11:30, head to Charlestown Town Beach for a noontime plunge with an afterparty at the Breachway Grill. Proceeds benefit RI CAN, the largest emergency food resource in southern Rhode Island. www.rhodeislandcan.org Roger Wheeler State Beach Registration begins at 9am for the noon dip at Wheeler Beach in Narragansett. A minimum $50 donation is required, but the money is going to the Special Olympics of Rhode Island, which has set up individual donor pages to make fundraising a snap. www.specialolympicsri.org East Ferry, Jamestown Jamestown’s First Day Plunge gives you two ways to get hypothermia this year: an 11:30am Penguin Paddle on stand-up paddleboards, and the 12pm plunge itself. There will be prizes for the top fundraisers, and proceeds go to the Jamestown PTO and the American Cancer Society. www.jamestown1stdayplunge.com

Easton’s Beach, Newport The biggest celebration of them all is in, you guessed it, the City by the Sea. Join hundreds of like-minded lunatics (with love, with love) as they dive into the frigid waters of the Atlantic. The plunge benefits A Wish Come True, and the afterparty is at Atlantic Beach Club – because, let’s face it, you’re going to need a drink after that. www.discovernewport.org Narragansett Town Beach Dive right in for the fifth annual Polar Plunge for Pop-Pop (Dick Buscher Memorial Plunge) at noon on Narragansett Town Beach. The plunge benefits the Meals on Wheels program of Southern Rhode Island Volunteers, and there will be hot chocolate waiting for you when you come out. www.southernrivol.org Misquamicut Beach, Westerly Costumes are encouraged for the ninth annual Penguin Plunge for the WARM Center. Gather at the Andrea at noon on January 1 for a freezing dip, and then join the afterparty (where they will be serving hot soup to thaw your frozen bones) at the restaurant. www.warmcenter.org Special Olympics of RI Plunge

Prudence Island If you want to get really rustic, head to Prudence Island for the annual First Day Walk and Polar Plunge. Meet at the Hope Brown Center on Farnham Farm at 11am for this walk of new beginnings – and new clothes,

because you’re going to need to warm up fast. www.prudencebayislandstransport.com Matunuck Beach, South Kingstown Call them crazy, but divers for the Dip

for MS have raised over $113,000 in the 15 years they’ve been diving into the ocean on New Year’s Day. Gather at Tara’s Tipperary Tavern, dive in, and enjoy the afterparty. www.dipforms. org -Julie Tremaine

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the Rhode Island border with Connecticut, and just outside the Borough of Stonington, lie the remains of arguably one of the angriest men ever buried in Stonington. Dr. John Wilkes Richmond, a native of Little Compton and once a physician in Providence and Newport, went to his grave in 1857 furious with the state of Rhode Island. The chiseled declaration on his sixand-a-half-foot-high granite monument overlooking placid Quanaduck Cove

conveys his angst: “When Rhode Island, by her legislation from 1844 to 1850, repudiated her Revolutionary debt, Dr. Richmond removed from that state to this Borough and selected this as his family burial place, unwilling that the remains of himself and family should be disgraced by being part of the common soil of a repudiating state.” Richmond’s complaint was payment – or, more to the point, the lack thereof – on notes issued by Rhode Island to cover costs relating to the

Revolutionary War. Richmond was adamant that his home state make good on its debts, and, along with his public agitating, wrote two books about that debt. The Rhode Island general assembly, however, balked, arguing that in fact it was the United States, rather than the state of Rhode Island, which fought the war against Great Britain and therefore the country, not the states, should pay. Hence, the repudiation of the debt. Richmond tried several ploys to

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Sunday brunch features a live jazz guitarist in an elegant setting with expansive buffet stations ($26.95 adult; $13.95 child). At the soup and salad table, the signature clam and corn chowder and the tomato/fresh mozzarella salad are winners. There are omelets, Benedicts and pasta dishes prepared to order; a carving station with two meats from prime rib, pork loin or turkey breast. A huge fruit salad, an unending pastry bar, plus breakfast favorites such as Belgian waffles, apple-wood smoked bacon and three-potato hash and a handful of lunch favorites drawn from the regular menu round out the cornucopia of choices that might make you linger for hours. 1149 Division Road, East Greenwich. 884-1149, www.elevenfortynine.com A casual place with incredibly tasty breakfasts is the Beach Rose Cafe, which is nestled on the edge of Wickford Harbor, with a good view of boats, ducks and water reflections even through the winter (there’s a deck for warmer months). The usual suspects show up on the blackboard menu: omelets with a choice of fillings; breakfast sandwiches with a choice of meats; from-scratch muffins; breakfast burritos; and, the most popular item: the Popeye Big Bowl, a mound of spinach with an egg on top. 85 Brown Street, North Kingstown. 295-2800, www.beachrosecafe.com Moving south and across the West Passage, Jamestown has three quite different spots for brunch: casual but distinctively gourmet; elegant and nouvelle cuisine; or “Blues, Bloodies & Brunch.” The latter is at the Narragansett Cafe, a never-acover live music and dance venue popular for their weekend breakfast pizzas and their Sunday afternoon blues bands. Brunch food is drawn from the Ganny’s regular pub and burger menu and includes stuffies, coconut shrimp, clam chowder and chili, with burgers, salads and other sandwiches. Most popular are the crab cakes, the blackened cod and the steak over greens, good stokin’ for the dance floor! 25 Narragansett Avenue, Jamestown. 4232150, www.narragansettcafe.com Slice of Heaven is a European style bakery, restaurant and cafe, serving breakfast every day, with the breakfast burrito, one of my favorites, as well as the Grand Marnier French toast (croissant, whipped cream, real maple syrup – heaven, indeed!). The weekend brunch menu adds three Benedicts, including

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May, with the exception of January, when the restaurant is closed). Those special egg preparations include two very unusual ones: “Fabio’s eggs,” the whites scrambled to a beautiful deep orange with tomatoes, garlic, hot pepper and parsley, the yolk on top, served over steamed spinach and toasted country bread; and Oeufs en Meurette, poached eggs nested in an earthy sauce of bacon, red wine, shallots and mushrooms. A brioche French toast and a frittata with artichokes also beckoned. But you could indulge in dessert as well: roasted chestnut torte with persimmon puree, anyone? 14 Narragansett Avenue, Jamestown. 423-3474, www.jamestownfishri.com Dipping into Narragansett, check out these two quite different brunch/breakfast hang-outs: the Coast Guard House, with a revamped Sunday brunch menu and those long vistas across the Bay; and Crazy Burger Cafe, a cozy retro-hippie spot with inventive breakfast dishes. The Coast Guard House offers eight brunch dishes, plus its lunch menu, with burgers, lobster rolls, prime rib, grilled swordfish, salmon, steak or chicken, soups and “odds and ends,” such as grapefruit brulee or baked potato with lobster. A half-dozen cocktails include a Bellini and a Bloody Hector (with Tequila). The two brunch dishes that stand out are the baked eggs in polenta and the noodle bowl with ramen, pork, a poached egg and veggies. 40 Ocean Road, Narragansett. 789-0700, www.thecoastguardhouse.com Crazy Burger has a breakfast menu that takes a bit of study, because there are so many options, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and full-on carnivore. House specialties include (but are not limited to): zucchini latkes; three popular tofu dishes; quesadillas with turkey or vegan sausage; and two customer favorites: crepes Marie, with scrambled eggs, goat cheese, roasted peppers, sun-dried tomatoes; and,

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to split with a companion: the Baja Beach Breakfast, eggs scrambled with turkey sausage, black beans, salsa and cheddar, in a tomato tortilla with home fries, a small juice (from the juice bar) and, wait for it... a bulging cinnamon bun! 144 Boon Street, Narragansett. 783-1810, www.crazyburger.com In two corners of Wakefield village are a cafe and a diner, and smack next to each other in Matunuck are two beach bars worth a taste! Bluebird Cafe is tucked into an L-shaped retail strip; it appeared in the mid-‘90s as a branch of a New Orleans cafe and has held onto its Cajun/Creole/Southern roots in its menu and in the historic Tipitina’s posters on the walls. The huevos rancheros, verduras rancheros (mixed grilled veggies) and pollo rancheros are huge favorites with regulars. Others mix it up with grits and biscuits next to their eggs (any style) or house-made hash, build-you-own omelets or powerhouse eggs (fortified with nutritional yeast, tamari and cheese). There are also always blackboard specials, including breakfast burritos and specialty corn muffins. 554 Kingstown Road, Wakefield. 792-8940, www.bluebirdcaferi.com Phil’s Diner, whoops, Phil’s Main Street Grille, is a Wakefield institution. In the ‘70s and ‘80s, it functioned as just a diner where the best seat in the house was at the counter, watching the speedy cook. In the past five years, they started serving dinners, opened up “The Loft” upstairs and created a rooftop dining area for warm weather months. So now, in addition to the regular diner foods offered downstairs for breakfast – eggs, terrific home fries and meats; pancakes, waffles and French toast; omelets and breakfast sandwiches, there’s a whole brunch menu upstairs. That menu adds on Benedicts, ranchero variations, and an overflowing breakfast burrito that makes two meals! 323 Main Street, Wakefield. 7834073, www.philsmainstreetgrille.com Down in Matunuck are two side-by-side music venues – Tara’s Tipperary Tavern and the Ocean Mist

– and they both serve breakfasts with a view onto pounding surf and the waters of Block Island Sound. Well, Tara’s view would be limited to warm weather on their back deck, but you can down a hefty Irish breakfast on winter weekends in the pub. The official “Irish Breakfast” includes rashers (bacon), homemade hash, baked beans, fried tomatoes, bangers (sausage), home fries and toast. And what could be better to top that off than an Irish coffee? The hash is made from brisket that is slowly house-roasted; the rashers and bangers are imported; and Tara’s lovely brogue takes any customer back to the Emerald Isle itself. 907 Matunuck Beach Road, Wakefield. 2841901, www.tarasfamilypub.com The Ocean Mist has seats at the back of the bar that look out on the beach (there’s a deck for warmer weather), and they have great breakfasts, including “something on a bagel,” your choice of veggies, meats, cheeses, surrounded by tasty sides; and large fluffy omelets stuffed with your choice of the above, plus sides. But it’s their Tex-Mex specials and their Benedict specials, along with their highly-acclaimed Bloody Marys and Mimosas that keep the locals – from URI students to their parents and grandparents – coming back for more. And there’s nothing quite like a winter storm sending surf swirling around the posts that hold up the building or lashing up against the windows for adventure with your brunch. 895 Matunuck Beach Road, Wakefield. 782-3740, www.oceanmist.net Down Westerly-way, the first brunch you come to is an old-fashioned inn and restaurant, the Shelter Harbor Inn. This former 19th Century farmhouse prides itself on being open 365 days a year, so whether you come on a holiday or a weekend or a weekday, you can dive in to banana-walnut, blueberry muffin or another variation of French toast (with bacon, sausage or Canadian bacon); crab cakes Benedict; jonnycakes with sunny-side eggs on top; hot cakes with fresh berries; corned beef hash with house-made red pepper sauce and poached eggs; eggs Florentine; or a house-made quiche with mixed greens. Sunday brunch might shake things up a bit, with “specials,” plus there is a full bar at Shelter Harbor, and a cocktail or glass of wine might be in order. 10 Wagner Road, Westerly. 322-8883, www.shelterharborinn.com Coming into “downtown Westerly,” there are many retail strips, and tucked away in the Granite Hills Shopping Center is Kelley’s Deli, featuring authentic Irish fare, with rashers and bangers in full swing as well as owner Kevin Kelley’s grandmother’s potato cakes. Kelley mashes the potatoes, but leaves a bit of texture inside. He mixes them with just enough salt, pepper and herbs to bring out the potato flavor, and he pan-fries them to a golden crispness. The omnipresent corned beef hash and bangers (steamed pork sausages Kelley gets from Brooklyn) enhance many of the breakfast items, and the Irish Benedict is spiffed up with Irish bacon. Their omelets and breakfast sandwiches go way beyond those Irish touches, with the exception of an omelet filling of bangers and whiskey-grilled onions. 116 Granite Street, Westerly. 596-9896, www.kelleysdeliri.com Not too far from Kelley’s, on the edge of one of the traditional Italian neighborhoods, is the Oak St. B & B (for burgers and breakfasts). One thing that distinguishes this diner is a serve-yourself system: dispense your own coffee, tea, cocoa or even water from two shelves set up to do so (there are ceramic mugs); study the menu or the blackboard and then go to the counter to order. Two unusual preparations are the house-made hash made from slow-roasted sirloin; and the Eggs Benedicto and the Westerly omelet that use fresh Westerly

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and tomato, and the Cooked Goose truffled eggs, with asparagus, fontina and white truffle oil. The vanilla almond French toast, the bagel platter deluxe and the homemade pastries are also swoon-worthy. Plus there are inspired specials from Andrew Nathan’s kitchen every day: house-made pastrami, onions and Swiss cheese scrambled with eggs, served over hash browns and topped with sour cream. Or bull’s eye pancakes with chicken sausage in the middle? Or sausage gravy over buttermilk biscuits? Yum. 92 Watch Hill Road, Westerly. 348-9888, www.thecookedgoose.com

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“As soon as we walked into this home we knew that even though it wasn’t perfect yet, it could be,” recalls Kim. “The living spaces were open and a wide expanse of floor to ceiling windows framed the entry to the back yard. It had one major flaw though: It was one bedroom short.” It was important to the Jenkinses that each of their three young children had their own room. But what the home lacked in bedrooms it made up for in possibility. “The thing that sealed the deal, believe it or not, was the large, unfinished attic space that stretched the length of the home. We saw an empty space that could become that fourth bedroom, and then some. We fell in love with the potential. Kim, a real estate investor and interior designer who

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they hung rich blue grasscloth wallpaper behind the bed and reclaimed 100-year-old doors. “The reclaimed doors were one of our favorite projects,” says Kim. “We found them at a salvage yard and were told they were taken from a building in downtown Providence that had been demolished,” adds Kim. The couple refinished them by hand, had them joined together and mounted the piece on a barn door track to create a visually intriguing office door for Rik. “We also chose to do all the trim in the space darker than the wall color,” says Kim. “It’s a light grey that’s a bit less expected then the typical white trim and ties in nicely with the greys in the tile of the open bathroom.”

The bathroom continues the color scheme with the large open shower boasting contemporary white and grey tile. The vanity was made from a locally milled piece of walnut that the Jenkins refinished themselves with marine grade varnish. The soothing hues are juxtaposed by a red vintage rug that adds a pop of color in an otherwise calming space. “It is something my mother brought back from a trip to Turkey 25 years ago and in using it in an unexpected way, it feels thoroughly modern,” explains Kim. Kim and Rik filled the suite, which embodies an open design plan that maintains open sight lines without compromising privacy, with both vintage and

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Fun fashion for big and little girls in South County Commons When we have a stretch of gray, lugubrious winter days here in the Ocean State, the one surefire way I can get myself out of a dreary funk is to inundate myself with sparkle and color (that and eat chocolate!). Depending on my mood, there are a few ways to make that happen, but when I want instant gratification I have the most success when I leave my home and seek out a place that can rev up my senses and make me feel upbeat and cheery. I recently found just that place when I visited a cool shop in the South County Commons: Bee Chic, a women’s jewelry and accessory store. A satellite spin-off from their popular Bead Sting located on Sandy Bottom Road in Coventry, this new store is proving to be all the buzz in the Commons. And after I spent some time enjoying their fresh, vibrant space filled with a sweet assortment of baubles, jewelry and both classic and trendy women’s accessories, my lackluster fog soon began to lift. The first collection to catch my eye was the stunning Periwinkle by Barlow pieces. One of the most popular lines carried here at Bee Chic, the Coastal bracelet and necklaces are like pieces of art. The stones are bright and colorful and the designs will add a total wow factor to anything in your winter wardrobe. Not to be overlooked is the colorful selection of JoJo’s earrings, which come in an amazing variety of glass bead,

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Très Bien Red Stripe, East Greenwich’s first brasserie, opens its doors a Saturday night on Main Street in East Greenwich is crowded with hungry diners. People converge on the strip for a night at one of the many restaurants along its path. A couple of Providence restaurants have taken note of this and opened their suburban outposts here. First Rasa tested the waters by bringing Indian food to the ‘burbs. Now Red Stripe, a Providence staple, has brought East Greenwich its first brasserie. Located in the former Caprice Restaurant and Bar, Red Stripe opened (November 15) to throngs of hungry customers. The large space accommodates 175 people, including a private dining room and a large bar area. The tables are nicely spaced and feature red (no surprise there) cushioned booths and chairs. The décor is decidedly French bistro inspired with colorful art prints adorning the walls. On the busy night I visited with a friend and my vegetarian cousin, all of the tables were occupied, and the restaurant was bustling (some would say noisy) with the sounds echoing off the walls and hardwood floors. In typical brasserie style, the atmosphere is upscale but also very comfortable. Since I made my reservation on Open Table (very convenient), our

table with a fantastic view of the action on the street was ready and waiting for us. The cocktail menu was the same as their Providence location, so I already knew what I wanted. I ordered the French 75 Martini ($10); a combination of Tanqueray Gin, lemon juice and Champagne. It could have used more lemon, but I did enjoy it. My cousin, ever the fashionista, ordered the Fall Fashion ($10); Bulliet Rye Bourbon, Tuaca (vanilla citrus liquor) and maple syrup muddled with fresh oranges. I liked this drink better than mine, which surprised me because I usually prefer gin to bourbon. With our cocktails, we nibbled on the large slices of their tasty, warm sourdough bread that was accompanied by salted butter. The dinner menu is also the same in East Greenwich as it is in Providence. If it’s not broken, why fix it? The menu is extensive and reasonably priced. There are foods from every corner of the world, including Grilled Margherita Pizza ($12), Red Stripe Paella ($22) and Sesame Crusted Tuna ($19). Being kind to my vegetarian cousin, we started with the Hummus, Tabbouleh and Babaganoush Platter ($9). The platter was piled high with freshly grilled pita bread, roasted red peppers, olives, pickled green beans

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requirement. The fried balls of cheesy goodness were crisply breaded and quickly gobbled up, though we didn’t taste the caramelized onions the menu described. Dying for some of Red Stripe’s famous frites, I ordered the Steak Frites ($21) for my main course. As luck would have it, our waiter must not have heard me correctly because I was brought the Grilled Open-Face Hanger Steak Sandwich ($14). I said luck because I absolutely adored this sandwich. I still received a large piece of medium-rare, marinated steak and an overflowing pile of frites. The steak was served on a thinly sliced piece of sourdough bread along with lettuce, tomatoes, charred red onions and huge hunks of gorgonzola cheese. I loved it. The interplay of the meat with the earthiness of the cheese and the smoky char on the onions was delicious. The frites were outstanding as well. At Red Stripe, the frites are hand-cut each morning and precooked, ready to be fried à la minute. The frites are served Belgian style with a yummy garlic aioli. My friend tried the Grilled Salmon ($20) and wasn’t disappointed. The salmon

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Jonathan Edward’s Barrels and Brushes Night Boozy painting classes are all the rage of late, and it’s easy to see why the formula of drink and painting is so sound; those who are hopeless at the latter, can almost always manage the former. On January 8, Jonathan Edward’s Winery brings you their classed up version. Your $50 gets you started on both ends, with art instruction on canvas as provided by Drunken Palatte, and a glass of wine, all in the barrel room of the winery. The same thing that elevates me to basic social competency is what will convince you that you have real talent! 74 Chester Main Road, North Stonington. 860535-0202, www.jedwardswinery.com

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Lance Richard started his culinary career like a true New Englander, scooping ice cream at a clam shack as a summer job in high school. Lance continued to return the clam shack each summer, mastering every aspect and developing a love of southern New England seafood. He never went to culinary school, but 21 years after that first summer, he’s amassed quite an education. How is it that there are two restaurants under one roof.? Kitty Murtagh’s is on the right and Wicked Fish is on the left. Kitty’s is a family friendly authentic Irish pub experience with perfect Guinness pours, traditional Irish favorites and also modern takes on bar appetizers and hand cut steaks. At Wicked Fish, you can expect sleek, avant garde dining and sexy signature cocktails and martinis. The cuisine pulls heavily from the sea, but will also offer numerous entrees of game, beef, duck and pork. Tell me a bit about your cooking style. I’ve amassed an eclectic style of cooking, from the many talented chefs I’ve been able to study with. My clean, rustic style draws inspiration from classic French and European techniques with

heavy emphasis on seasonal ingredients, vibrant colors and artistic presentation. Is there a region where you draw most of your inspiration? I’m a New England boy at heart. I love the pristine apples, cheese and grass fed beef of Vermont and New Hampshire, the succulent blueberries and exquisite lobsters of Maine, and of course the amazing seafood and shellfish of Massachusetts and Rhode Island. What’s the best way to finish off a meal at either restaurant? All of our desserts are made in house, and our dessert menus change frequently. Kitty’s features more classic desserts like Belgian Chocolate Mousse and warm Vermont Apple Crisp. Wicked Fish features more modern takes like Pumpkin Bread Pudding with salted caramel ice cream, and pistachio creme caramel with raspberry coulis.

Wicked Fish & Kitty Murtagh’s 20 South County Trail North Kingstown 415-5172

ONlINE ExClusIvE Visit www.SoRhodeIsland.com for Chef Richard’s recipe for Tuna Tartar with Avocado and Spicy Tomato Vinaigrette.

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Coast Guard House The Coast Guard House, nestled alongside Narragansett Beach, is a Rhode Island institution. The iconic restaurant has reopened its doors after being devastated by Hurricane Sandy in October 2012, and features a new lounge, kitchen and renovated dining area with double the ocean view. Sip on a Bloody Uprising (made with locally crafted Sons of Liberty whiskey) in their first floor dining room while taking in the sights of Narragansett Town Beach, the Newport Bridge and Beavertail Lighthouse. The owners and managers can often

be found greeting old friends walking along the seawall, and regulars are asking about the house-made lobster ravioli, seared scallops and organic chicken dishes that have been longtime favorites. Those dishes have returned, and the new menu items include shrimp tempura, crab mac ’n cheese, a fried oyster po boy sandwich and a double baked potato with lobster. If you’re in the mood for a romantic seaside dinner for two, or for a fun time with friends, the Coast Guard House has just what you need.

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10 Prime steak & sushi Gourmet steaks and sushi. 55 Pine St, Providence, 4532333. lD $$$ 2 Pauls’ City Grille Comfort food with a family feel. 315 Waterman Ave, East Providence, 228-7285. BrlD $-$$ Andreas Authentic Greek food since 1966. 268 Thayer St, Providence, 3317879. BrlD $-$$ Arturo Joe’s Italian food close to the beaches. 140 Point Judith Rd, Narragansett, 789-3230. lD $$ Aspire seasonal Kitchen Contemporary New England fare. 311 Westminster St, Providence, 521-3333. BBrlD $$-$$ Besos Kitchen & Cocktails Tapas and eclectic cuisine and cocktails. 378 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-8855. BrlD $$$ Black Bass Grille Classic seafood, historic waterfront setting. 3 Water St, South Dartmouth, 508-999-6975. lD $$ Bon Asian Bistro Sushi and hibachi, stylish bar scene. 1386 Atwood Ave, Johnston, 270-0777. lD $$ Breachway Grill Classic New England

fare, plus NY-style pizza. 1 Charlestown Beach Rd, Charlestown, 213-6615. lD $$ Caprice Restaurant & Bar Upscale Italian, romantic atmosphere. 455 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-2900. D $$-$$$ Casa Della luce American/Italian bistro and gourmet pizzeria. 105 Franklin St, Westerly, 637-4575. lD $$ CAv Eclectic cuisine and art in a historic setting. 14 Imperial Place, Providence, 751-9164. BrlD $$-$$$ Centro Restaurant & lounge Contemporary cuisine and cocktails. 1 W Exchange St, Providence, 228-6802. BlD $$$ Chapel Grille Gourmet food overlooking the Providence skyline. 100 Chapel View Blvd, Cranston, 944-4900. BrlD $$$ Clean Plate Delicious comfort food in a casual setting. 345 S. Water Street, Providence, 621-8888. BBrlD $$ DeWolf Tavern Gourmet American/ Indian fusion. 259 Thames St, Bristol, 254-2005. BlD $$-$$$ DiMare seafood Fresh seafood restaurant and market. 2706 South County Trail,

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East Greenwich, 885-8100. lD $$-$$$ Dragon Palace Fresh sushi and Asian cuisine. 733 Kingstown Rd, Wakefield, 789-2308. lD $-$$

Iggy’s Doughboys & Chowder House Classic clam shack fare, plus famous doughboys. 889 Oakland Beach Ave, Warwick, 737-9459; 1157 Point Judith Rd, Narragansett, 783-5608. lD $

Eleven Forty Nine City sophistication in the suburbs. 1149 Division St, Warwick, 884-1149. lD $$$

Julian’s A must taste Providence staple celebrating 20 years. 318 Broadway, Providence, 861-1770. BBrlD $$

Enn Japanese Creative sushi and Japanese food. 600 George Washington Hgwy, Lincoln, 333-0366. lD $$

Kartabar Mediterranean-style cuisine, chic setting. 284 Thayer St, Providence, 331-8111. lD $-$$

East side Creamery & Diner Neighborhood diner and ice cream shop. 170 Ives St, Providence, 865-6088. BrlD $

Kon Asian Bistro Sushi and hibachi, stylish bar scene. 553 Main St, East Greenwich, 886-9200. lD $$

Fieldstones Relaxed family setting, something for everyone. 980 E Main Rd, Portsmouth, 293-5200. lD $$

lim’s Restaurant Upscale Thai and fresh sushi. 18 South Angell St, Providence, 383-8830. lD $$

Flatbread Company Artisanal pizza, local ingredients. 161 Cushing St, Providence, 273-2737. lD $-$$

lobster Pot Serving traditional New England classics and seafood. 119 Hope St, Bristol, 253-9100 Br l D $$-$$$

Giros Hometown Grille Pub-style food, friendly service. 501 High St, Peace Dale, 887-752-0794. BrlD $-$$

luxe Burger Bar Build your own creative burger. 5 Memorial Blvd, Providence, 621-5893. lD $

Guytanno’s Cafe Inspired international cuisine. 62 Franklin St, Westerly, 3846221. lD $$

Mariner Grille Creative seafood, pub atmosphere. 140 Point Judith Rd, Narragansett, 284, 3282. lD $$

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McBlarney’s County Tap Modern, upscale pub with daily specials. 632 Metacom Ave, Warren 401-289-0887. lD $$

Pavilion steakhouse & Banquets Grand, banquet-hall style dining. 15A Frontier Rd, Hopkinton, 377-9900. BrlD $$$

siena Impeccable Italian cuisine. Locations in Providence, East Greenwich, Smithfield. sienari.com D $$-$$$

McBride’s Pub Traditional Irish pub fare in Wayland Square. 161 Wayland Ave, Providence, 751-3000. lD $$

Phil’s Main street Grille Classic comfort food; great rooftop patio. 323 Main St, Wakefield. 783-4073 BBrlD $

Meeting street Cafe Huge sandwiches and cookies. 220 Meeting St, Providence, 273-0166. BlD $

PJ’s Pub Mediterranean-influenced pub food. 135 Boone St, Narragansett. 401-789-3200. lD $-$$

Mews Tavern Family dining, with a whiskey bar. 456 Main St, Wakefield, 783-9370. lD $-$$

Portsmouth Publick House Gourmet pub food with a variety of spirit flights. 1 King Charles Dr, Portsmouth. 6822600. BrlD $-$$

T’s Restaurant Plentiful breakfast and lunch. Locations in Cranston, East Greenwich, Narragansett, 946-5900. Bl $

Mia’s Prime Time Café Upscale café cuisine by the Pawcatuck River. 1 West Broad Street, Pawcatuck, CT, 860-5993840. BlD $$

Public Kitchen & Bar American food with changing daily inspirations. 120 Francis St, Providence, 919-5050. BrlD $-$$

Tara’s Tipperary Tavern Oceanside Irish-American pub fare. 907 Matunuck Beach Rd, Matunuck, 284-1901. BlD $

uMelt Fun twists on grilled cheese. Providence and Kingston, 383-6732. lD $

Mile & a Quarter Eclectic cuisine and wine bar. 334 South Water St, Providence, 331-1500. lD $-$$

Rasa Authentic and contemporary Indian. 149 Main St, East Greenwich, 3982822. lD $$

Tavern by the sea Waterfront European/American bistro. 16 W Main St, Wickford, 294-5771. lD $$

vetrano’s Ristorante & Pizzeria Italian cooking like grandma made. 130 Granite St, Westerly, 348-5050. lD $$

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

Rasoi Vegetarian-friendly Indian cuisine. 727 East Ave, Pawtucket, 7285500. lD $$

The Coast Guard House Upscale New England fare with Bay views. 40 Ocean Rd, Narragansett. 401-789-0700. lD $$-$$$

vittoria’s NY Pizza Best pizza north of Manhattan. 224 Post Rd, Westerly, 322-1901. lD $-$$

Nonni’s Italian Restaurant Traditional Italian eatery and pasta shop. 1154 Stafford Rd, Tiverton, 624-3087. lD $$

Red stripe Casual French-American bistro. 465 Angell St, Providence, 4376950. BrlD $$

The Dorrance Fine dining with exquisite cocktails. 60 Dorrance St, Providence, 521-6000. D $$$

Waterman Grille Riverfront New American dining. 4 Richmond Sq, Providence, 521-9229. BlD $$$

Oak st. B&B Delicious, inventive burgers and breakfast. 87 Oak St, Westerly, 315-2520. BlD $

Rick’s Roadhouse House-smoked barbecue. 370 Richmond St, Providence, 272-7675. lD $-$$

The Malted Barley Gourmet pretzels and craft brews. 42 High St, Westerly, 315-2184. $

Wes’ Rib House Missouri-style BBQ, open late. 38 Dike St, Providence, 421-9090. lD $$

Oceanside at the Pier New England fare overlooking the Atlantic. 1 Beach St, Narragansett, 792-3999. BrlD $$

Rue De l’Espoir American cooking with French soul. 99 Hope St, Providence, 751-8890. BBrlD $$

The Restaurant at Weekapaug Inn Quintessential New England fare. 25 Spray Rock Rd, Westerly, 322-0301. BlD $$$

Whiskey Republic Delicious dockside pub fare. 515 South Water St, Providence, 588-5158. lD $-$$

Paragon & viva Contemporary dining and nightlife. 234 Thayer St, Providence, 331-6200. BrlD $-$$

scampi Seafood and Italian with expansive water views. 657 Park Ave, Portsmouth, 293-5844. lD $$

The sea Goose Seafood with New England and Southern flair. 265 Post Rd, Westerly, 315-0788. lD $$-$$$

xO Cafe Creative cocktails and New American fare. 125 N Main St, Providence, 273-9090. BrD $$

Parkside Rotisserie & Bar American bistro specializing in rotisserie meats. 76 South Main St, Providence, 331-0003. lD $-$$

seasons Fine dining at the Ocean House. 1 Bluff Ave, Westerly, 5847000. BlD $$$

The Twisted vine Romantic wine bar with tapas and full meals. 3 Canal St, Westerly, 596-4600. D $$

Zooma Trattoria Fresh Italian using house-made pasta. 245 Atwells Ave, Providence, 383-2002. lD $$

simone’s Gourmet brunch followed by upscale Mediterranean cuisine. 275 Child St. Warren, 247-1200. BlD $$-$$$ sweet Cakes Coffee shop and gourmet bakery. 1227 Kingstown Rd, Peace Dale, 789-5420. Bl $

The village Casual dining and live entertainment. 373 Richmond Street, Providence, 228-7222. BrlD $$ Tolento’s Ice House Grille Upscale bar featuring authentic Cajun food and more. 1460 Mineral Spring Ave, North Providence, 353-3100 . lD $-$$ Two Ten Oyster Bar & Grill Enjoy fresh seafood and sushi by the salty water. 210 Salt Pond Rd, Wakefield, 782-0100. lD $$-$$$ Trinity Brewhouse Rhode Island’s original brewpub. 186 Fountain St, Providence, 453-2337 lD $-$$

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highest quality, freshest seasonal ingredients in his ever-changing menu. Any guest interested in Chef Joe Simone’s masterful methods also has the opportunity to learn a few firsthand. Classes are held at the restaurant on Monday nights from 6:309:00 p.m

Must Try Dish: Buttermilk “Soufflé” Pancakes with Henry Emmon’s Vermont maple syrup, served with blueberries or chocolate chips Simone’s

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The 10th Annual 24-Hour Play Festival returns to The Contemporary Theater January 10

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January 10: A lot can be done in a 24-hour period. You can work for eight hours, get a good night’s sleep and watch eight episodes of Grimm. Several ambitious writers and thespians are out to prove that it’s also possible to write and perform a play in a 24-hour time span. The Contemporary Theater presents The 10th Annual 24-Hour Play Festival. Writers arrive at midnight to pen a 10-15 minute play based upon a few prompts. Actors and directors arrive at 8am to rehearse and the curtains go up at 8pm. $12. 8pm-10:30pm. 215 Columbia Street, Wakefield. 218-0282, www.thecontemporarytheater.com.

January 30: Spend a few hours with one of Audubon’s live owls at Owling at Fisherville Brook. Afterwards, head out on the trails in search of these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. Pre-registration required. Adults only. $15-$20. 7-9pm. 99 Pardon Joslin Road, Exeter. 9495454, www.asri.org.

January 10: Courthouse Center for the Arts welcomes the legendary James Montgomery Band for an unforgettable performance of blues music. James, known for his ferocious harmonica playing, has been fronting the band for over 40 years. $25. 8pm. 3481 Kingstown Road, West Kingston. 782-1018, www.courthousearts.org.

January 10: Don’t miss the Rhode Island premiere screening of the award-winning punk rock documentary FILMAGE – The Story of the Descendents/All at the Greenwich Odeum. The film follows band leader Bill Stevenson and his various band mates. $12. 8-10pm. 59 Main Street, East Greenwich. 885-4000, www.theodeum.org.

January 10-11: Join the medieval revelry at the Chorus of Westerly’s annual A Celebration of Twelfth Night. Come early for the Peasant’s Feast, prepared by Twelfth Night chefs and served right in the seating area of George Kent Performance Hall. $16 feast, $23-$70 show. 119 High Street, Westerly. 596-8663, www.chorusofwesterly.org. January 2015 | SO RHODE ISLAND

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January 1-25: Depart from Newport for the Save the Bay Seal Watch Tour. On the one or two-hour tours you’ll utilize binoculars and expert guides for an educational view of the adorable seasonal marine creatures. The Wyndham Inn on Long Wharf, 142 Long Wharf, Newport. 203-7325, www.savebay.org. January 2-4: The Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly invites you to check out Celebrate the Joy, ACGOW’s holiday show. There will be lots of works to brighten up your day, from sailboats on calm seas to bright blue summer skies. 11am-7pm Wed-Sat; 1-5pm Sun. 7 Canal Street, Westerly. 596-2221, www. westerlyarts.com. January 2-30: The Contemporary Theatre’s Micetro Improv at 327 Main Street is gaining momentum each week. With funny songs, wild scenes and audience involvement, it’s a great time. Come vote for your favorite games and players. $5. 9:30pm. 327 Main Street, Wakefield. 218-0282, www.thecontemporarytheater.com. January 2-30: Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly hosts the weekly Life Drawing Sessions each Friday evening. This class features a clothed model and is open to artists of all ages. Bring your own sketch materials. $9$15. 6-8pm Wed-Sat; 1-5pm Sun. 7 Canal Street, Westerly. 596-2221, www. westerlyarts.com. January 2-30: Stargazers and astronomy lovers rejoice: Frosty Drew Observatory’s Public Observation Nights take place every Friday night, where they open their dome, sky theatre and telescopes to the public,

weather permitting. Free. Dusk. 62 Park Lane, Charlestown. 364-9508, www.frostydrew.org. January 2-30: Newport Storm invites the public to have a beer (or three) on them. Each Friday at the brewery’s Fridays@six event visitors can sample several craft beers. Only a limited number of people are allowed in; sign-up begins at noon every Friday. Free. 293 JT Connell Road, Newport. 849-5232, www.newportstorm.com. January 2-30: Every Friday night it’s Bring Your Own Improv night at the Warwick Museum of Art. Feel free to shout out topics for the actors to tackle or just to sit back quietly and take in the hilarious show. $2-$6. 7pm family-friendly; 9pm PG-13. 3259 Post Road, Warwick. 261-7678, www.bringyourownimprov.com. January 2-31: Head to Newport’s Firehouse Theatre every Friday and Saturday night for Comedy Improv with the Bit Players featuring hilarious improvisation with games and audience involvement. Reservations suggested. $15. 8pm Friday & Saturday; 10pm Saturday. 4 Equality Park Place, Newport. 849-3473, www.bitplayers.net. January 3: Meditation calms the mind while also opening individuals to the inner peace hidden within. Try finding your inner bliss at Meditation for Spiritual Awareness with instruction, meditation, discussion and a short discussion or video. Free. 315 Main Street, Wakefield. 782-2126, www. allthatmatters.com. January 3-31: The Contemporary Theater brings some family fun to your Saturdays with its weekly Time Traveling Poppys. Every week come see the time traveling adventures of Poppy Ann and Poppy Sue. Kids can join in the fun onstage! 10:30am. 327 Main Street, Wakefield. 218-0282, www.thecontemporarytheater.com. January 3-31: Have you ever noticed

January 5-26: Did you know that Sons of Liberty Distillery is now open for SelfGuided Tours and Tastings on Friday nights? Sample single malt and seasonal whiskies as well as Loyal 9 vodka. $10 includes tasting glass. 4:30-7:30pm. 1425 Kingstown Road, South Kingstown. 284-4006, www.solspirits.com. that supermarket fruit and vegetables don’t always seem that fresh during winter months? If so, shop instead at the Coastal Growers Winter Farmers Market, which takes place every Saturday at Lafayette Mill. 10am-1pm. 650 Ten Rod Road, North Kingstown. 3124250, www.farmfresh.org. January 5-26: Make a date with the Biomes Marine Biology Center every Monday afternoon for the weekly ocean-themed Story Time. Designed for children ages 3-6, the program includes a story and a craft. Free with admission. 1pm. 6640 Post Road, North Kingstown. 885-4690, www.biomescenter.com. January 5-28: Visit Long’s Yoga Room in Newport for Candlelight Yoga, a peaceful class that’s sure to help you relax and escape from all the pressures of life. Reserve your space online in advance. 5:30 & 7pm Mondays; 5:30pm Wednesdays. 60 Spring Street, Newport. 774-451-2163, www.longsyogaroom.com. January 6-27: Beat the terrible twos by getting your little one out of the house for Toddler Storytime for Twos.

The event, held each Tuesday, features stories, finger plays, games and simple crafts designed for two year olds. 10:30-11am. 82 Peirce Street, East Greenwich. 884-9510, www.eastgreenwichlibrary.org. January 6-27: As if 69 craft beers on tap weren’t reason enough to head to the Mews Tavern, the watering hole also offers Stump! Trivia every Tuesday night. Winning teams go home with prizes so be sure to bring your smartest friends. 8pm. 456 Main Street, Wakefield. 783-9370, www.stumptrivia. com. January 6-27: Attention babies and parents: walkers to twoand-a-half year olds are invited to the Kingston Free Library every Tuesday morning for Family Storytime at 10:30am. Free. 2605 Kingstown Road, Kingston. 783-8254, www.skpl.org. January 7-28: Dance on into The Towers on a Wednesday night for Ballroom Dance Lessons. Enjoy an evening of dance while taking in breathtaking views of the ocean; lessons change regularly. No experience or partner necessary. $15-$22. 6-10:30pm. 35

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January 1-31: The art students at URI have been busy this semester. Come check out the fruits of their labor at the Fall Exhibit in the Carlotti Gallery. The show is open to the public. Free. 8-10pm. Carlotti Administration Building, Outside Room 108, 75 Lower College Road, Kingston. 788-3080, events.uri.edu.

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Ocean Road, Narragansett. 782-2597, www.thetowersri.com. January 7-28: On Wednesdays this month bundle up your little ones and bring them to the East Greenwich Library for Mother Goose Storytime. The interactive literacy program is geared for ages 3 months through 2 years. Free. 10:30-11am. 82 Peirce Street, East Greenwich. 885-1699, www. eastgreenwichlibrary.org. January 8-29: If you’ve been meaning to read more but haven’t made time, perhaps you should join the Brown Bag Book Group to ensure you’re held accountable. It meets on the first Thursday of every month at the South Kingstown Public Library. Free. 12-1pm. 1057 Kingstown Road, Peace Dale. 783-8254, www.skpl.org. January 15: South Kingstown Land Trust presents the award-winning documentary Chasing Ice. Be sure to arrive early for a potluck supper. Bring a dish to share with the crowd. Reservations required. 6pm supper; 7pm film. 227 Robinson Street, Wakefield. 789-0962, www.sklt.org.

January 17: Take an afternoon walk along Moonstone Beach without the summer crowds during the Winter Beach Walk. An Audubon naturalist will guide some leisurely beach combing and bird watching. Bring your binoculars. $5-$14. 10am12:30pm. Moonstone Beach Road, South Kingstown. 949-5454, www. asri.org. January 17: Ocean State Theatre Company welcomes John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band. The RIbased rock band found mainstream success in the ‘80s, even making music for major motion picture soundtracks. $27-$42. 8pm. 1245 Jefferson Boulevard, Warwick. 9216800, www.oceanstatetheatre.org. January 31: Calling all folk fans! Don’t miss An Evening With Tom Rush at The Greenwich Odeum. With over 50 years of stage experience under his belt, Rush promises an evening of amazing music and entertaining stories. 8-9:30pm. 59 Main Street, East Greenwich. 8854000, www.theodeum.org.

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Blaze of Glory Westerly’s Wild Sun is worth a listen Music is the most tangible connection man has to the ethereal. Napoleon said that it is proof that mankind is greater than it knows. Einstein said that if he wasn’t a scientist, he’d most likely be a musician and that he sees the world in terms of music. Tolkien wrote that the Lord of the Rings universe began as “great music” sung by the equivalent of god and the angels. Seriously. It’s the first chapter of The Silmarillion. So yeah, music’s important. I am straight up in love with music that I’m passionate about. The right notes trigger an emotional response out of me. Hearing “Stairway to Heaven” for the thousandth time on the radio still invokes that feeling. I saw a YouTube clip of a girl playing Iron Maiden’s “Afraid to Shoot Strangers” and “Fur Elise” on the piano, and one leading into the other sounded perfectly natural. Music is supposed to make you feel something. So the natural conclusion would be that seeing a live band would make a great night out, but you know that live bands are hit-or-miss, man. I’m not talking about cover bands, either. A good cover band will get you through the night, as you order another round in the tiny bar you’re frequenting while screaming directly into your date’s ear canal and they play a rock version of Lady Gaga’s Poker Face (which was actually way cooler than it sounds). I’m talking about finding good original local bands. Well, Rhode Island is home to original acts that restore faith in the local scene, one of which is Wild Sun. Wild Sun is a three-piece out of Westerly, comprised of Glenn Kendzia, Paul Fazio and Cameron Raubeson. They sound like an alternative rock band that took the psychedelic influences of bands like Phish and compacted them down to 3-5 minute songs (thank god, because even as a musician I hate 20 minute jam pieces). The psychedelic influence is appropriate given that their debut album, Little Truths, was produced by Phish producer Bryce Goggin. “Our biggest influence is ‘90s rock and psychedelic classic rock,” Glenn says. “We all grew up with the ‘90s radio shaping our tastes in hooks and sound, but where we differ from that era is coloring out of the lines with more psychedelic influence. It winds up being hooky, accessible rock with, windy turning passages and improvisation. We

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love bands with great energy that you hear in both their recordings and their live show, and that’s what we aim for as well.” That covers the instrumental aspect of music, but lyrics are often trickier to write. Glenn, the band’s songwriter, says that he doesn’t have to look far for lyrical inspiration. “I think New England is a real oasis of inspiration for writers. First there’s the rigid seasonality, which affects most people and gives you four major changes in every given year to observe and reflect on. Even more influential is the geographical size of the region and the rich historical backdrop many of the towns and communities have within the area. It creates a small town atmosphere wherever you go, which is a goldmine for writers.” The small-town influence is evident in lines like “I’ve found myself on roads I swore I’d never travel down/I’ve drawn tired fists in the alley of this town” (“Shy Hinges”) and “Still we hang our dreams from broken windows/So some days shards of light are simply not enough” (“The Vacation”). “Even Californian writers like John Steinbeck would wind up writing about very small communities where you knew everyone,” Glenn says. “Westerly and South County often feel like that, so as a writer you can really study people in a unique way.” 2014 has been good to Wild Sun. They’ve received praise for the passion of their performances from the now defunct Providence Phoenix and WBRU, and were semi-finalists in the radio station’s 2014 Rock Hunt series.

“We have built a lot of momentum in the past year that we would like to continue generating to access a larger scope,” he says. “None of us are jaded by a dream of making tons of money doing this, we just want to keep playing these songs for more and more people. We want to earn respect and our place, and the more we work and play, the more that happens and our audience grows.” WBRU particularly praised the emotion Glenn puts into his performance. He understands that emotion is just as important as talent. “There is certainly a lot of talent in the local scene. There are a number of venues and bars that have live music and pay for it too, which is great. However, I think bands simply expect people to be very supportive of local music and search out these bands at every dive and stacked venue bill. That’s not a given though, at all. You have to stand out and really do something special for people to notice and come out, regardless of the genre or anything. There’s no room to half-ass anything.”

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