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Mint condition condo in this over 55 community. Quiet setting that back up to the woods. Features first floor master suite, living room with marble fireplace, hardwood floors, upgraded stainless appliances. Second floor offers additional bedroom and bath, as well as family room. $395,000 Randall, ext. 104
NARRAGANSETT: PETTAQUAMSCUTT Terrific 3 bedroom Colonial in Narragansett’s North End. This move-in ready home features updated kitchen and baths with granite countertops and ceramic tile floors, stainless steel appliances, central air, and hardwoods. Access to Narrow River. $300,000 Kevin, ext. 115
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Charming 1936 home with 3 beds and 2 baths located on a bucolic 1.45 acre site. Stainless steel appliances, cathedral ceilings, hardwoods throughout, detached 2 car garage. Grounds are rich with mature landscaping, flowering trees, babbling brook, and stone walls. $264,000 Marnee, ext. 109
Lovely water view corner lot with approved 3 bedroom septic system. Build your dream home and enjoy sunsets over the lake. Beach and boating rights on Indian Lake. Canoe, fish, and boating just steps from your door. $159,900 Marnee, ext. 109
Water views, smell of the ocean, cool breezes, and a short walk to the beach make this your perfect summer vacation home. Two levels of living with six bedrooms also offer a great investment opportunity. Home being sold furnished. Plenty of parking with double lot. $649,900 Kathy, ext. 114
SOUTH KINGSTOWN: TEFFT HILL A beautiful yard with stone walls, blooming flowers, and privacy sets the stage for this move-in ready 4 bedroom home. Rooms are spacious, layout is versatile. Newly updated granite kitchen opens to family room with fireplace. French doors to deck, hardwoods, lots of light and space. A must see! $449,000 Kathy, ext. 114
NARRAGANSETT: BONNET SHORES The perfect beach house awaits you in this charming 3 bedroom log cabin in desirable Bonnet Shores. Lots of natural light and feeling of spaciousness with cathedral ceilings and open living. Screened in porch and patio to enjoy outdoors. Outside shower, double lot. $300,000 Kathy, ext. 114
NARRAGANSETT: WATER VIEWS Everything is better at the beach! Water views from this custom built home, just steps away from the beach. High end finishes, cathedral/beamed ceilings, gas fireplace, hardwoods, granite, stainless appliances. Balcony offers great water views. $590,000 Marnee, ext. 109
“The best kept secret in Rhode Island!” Ocean front home on Charlestown Beach. Panoramic ocean and pond views. Granite kitchen with stainless steel appliances, oceanfront decks, hardwoods, cathedral ceilings, outdoor shower. Swim, surf, boat, or beach comb! $999,000 Marnee, ext.109
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JULY 2015
Captain Don Follett prowls local waters for in-season seafood
This Month 28 A Diner’s Guide to Diners Where to find comfort food at its finest across the state
33 The Real Seafood of RI Looking at the journey our food takes from the ocean to your plate
Every Month 10 Editor’s Note/Letters 12 Online Exclusives
17 So Happening South County is going to the dogs 19 So & So 23 Social Network
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49 So Stylish Soar to new fitness heights 51 Life/Style 55 Style Tastemaker 56 Shopping 59 Whole Body
63 So Delicious Fine dining on Quonny Pond 64 Review 67 Foodie Journal 68 Food Tastemaker 70 Rhody Bites
75 So Entertaining EG High School’s Public Alley rock the big city 76 Calendar 78 Art View 79 On Stage
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seafood. If we’re spoiled about any one thing more than anything else, it’s the incredible bounty that comes out of our waters, and our ability to eat fish that comes out of the ocean the same day we’re ordering it. This month, we take a sea to table look at the local seafood industry, from the people catching it to the restaurants most committed to serving local, sustainable catch. Read on, and then go enjoy some of it yourself.
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FRIDAY August 7, 2015 5:00pm – 10:00pm Stella Tunes (DJ/Karaoke) 6:00pm – 8:00pm Living on a Bad Name (Bon Jovi Tribute Band)
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There are many ways to pamper your pooch, and sending them to the only indoor dog park in the state should be one of them. BowchikaWowTown’s 8,000 square feet gives pups plenty of space to run, play and get belly rubs. Turn the page to learn more. July 2015 | SO RHODE ISLAND
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The Dog Days Are Over Park your puppy at this pet paradise If you’re a dog-owner, you definitely know the workweek blues that accompanies leaving your pet behind for your nine to five. Worry no longer though, because a new haven for your lonely pup has recently opened its doors in Warwick. From Mastiffs to Maltese, dogs of all shapes and sizes will feel right at home when you bring them to RI’s only indoor dog park. The 8,000 square foot doggy domicile is a play space big enough to fetch dogs from across the state, and with separate areas for large and small dogs, the Pugs and Papillons won’t have to worry about going toe to toe with a mighty Boxer. After an exciting day of
chasing toys and sniffing compatriots, your weary four-legged friend can look forward to a restful stay at the adjacent Dog Hotel, with a resolute body of staff standing at attention for ondemand belly rubs and cuddling. By now you must be wondering what the name of this canine Arcadia is, and it’s certainly one to remember: BowchikaWowTown. Don’t let their playful name fool you though, as entertainment is only half of their mission. Their dedicated, award-winning staff is there around the clock to give your dog the attention he or she deserves. 450 Pavilion Ave, Warwick. 737.2900, www. bowchikawowtown.com –Jordan LaRose
Pups get plenty of love when mom and dad are at work
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Artists to the Field
Photography by (Top) Brad Smith
South Kingstown’s newest pop-up art fair Field of Artisans, a weekly popup market situated in southern Rhode Island, celebrates the work of 20 carefully selected vendors every Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 4pm this summer. Quite literally a breath of fresh air, we have South Kingstown native Katrina Meehan to thank for this innovative association that’s chock-full of exposure opportunity. A Fashion Merchandising graduate from the University of Rhode Island, Katrina sought a local market similar to those in New York City to sell her own handmade jewelry, paintings and repurposed leather. An identifiable lack of consistent, art-focused merchandising opportunities in Rhode Island inspired the collaborative concept behind Field of Artisans and, with the help of her two sisters Shannon and Natasha, its exciting fruition.
As a platform for ideas where artists and small businesses can sell, network and gain exposure, Field of Artisans creates an environment for painters, chefs, metal smiths and makers of every kind to showcase their work, and encourages patrons to support local talent. Various South Kingstown locations, including Marina Park, Saugatucket Park and Matunuck Town Beach, will host the outdoor, artist-to-artist setting that Katrina believes fosters creative reflection, new perspectives and revolutionary insights. An individual space at Field of Artisans – approximately 10’x10’ – costs $40 per day and welcomes mediums of every kind. In addition, specialized events and possible indoor opportunities promise this handcrafted hub will continue regardless of weather conditions. www.fieldofartisans.com. –Ali McGowan
Field of Artisans feature 20 carefully selected local vendors every weekend
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Something to Bark About Homeless animals aren’t ruffin’ it at Animal Rescue Rhode Island’s new shelter Don’t you ever wish you were your dog? Unconditional love from everyone, no worries besides how to make someone drop forbidden food under the table… yes, it would be great to be your dog, and Animal Rescue Rhode Island’s (ARRI) mission is to make sure every dog (and cat, rabbit, guinea pig, etc.) in Rhode Island is as lucky as yours. This summer has been a big one for this private non-profit organization as they have changed their name from The Animal Rescue League of Southern Rhode Island to Animal Rescue Rhode Island (ARRI) and broadened the scope of their care with their new state-of-the-art shelter that opened this June. This is no ordinary shelter: it has radiant
floor heating, meet-and-greet space for those looking to adopt and even cat “condos.” And the dogs, to be fair, get a canine training “academy” and lots of space to roam outdoors. In contrast, before ARRI took in many of their animals through their Bark n’ Ride program starting in 2011, the nearby Chesterfield County animal shelter was overrun and had a 98% euthanasia rate. Now it is only 5% and ARRI’s shelter, as always, is 0%. With their new shelter and farreaching programs such as humane education and a pet food bank, ARRI’s impact on Rhode Island’s furry friends will only grow from here. 506B Curtis Corner Rd, Peace Dale. 783-7606, www.animalrescueri.org. –Rebecca Bendheim
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which was a prime destination in Westerly for about half a century, is in the middle of its second season of events since it closed in the 1980s. The theatre’s new ownership, led by Executive Director Simon Holt, is leading a grand renovation that will make the theatre, well, more than just a theatre. In addition to restoring the 336seat main theater, the owners hope to add a 50-seat “storefront” theatre, a third, reconfigurable auditorium and other amenities. The renovation will take several years, Holt said, but when all is complete, he hopes it will help
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revitalize the downtown Westerly. “I do think the economic aspect is really a key element to all of this,” Holt said. This summer, the theatre will host an array of live music, stand-up comedy and its Movies in the Park series. There will be some star power too, when Tony Horton, the master behind P90X, hosts a public workout in August. “I think the really amazing thing is not only is he just a big name, but he hasn’t forgotten his roots, and he really understands what we are trying to do in the downtown here,” Holt said. 5 Canal St, Westerly. www.unitedtheatre. org –Jack Nicholson
The Bruce Harris Quartet playing at the revitalized United Theatre
Photo courtesy of the United Theatre
Westerly’s United Theater aims to recreate past successes
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History in the Vaping Taking the trendy tobacco alternative for a spin Vaping is becoming increasingly common, indoors and out. Finally, curiosity got the better of me, so I stopped by Vapesolutely in North Kingstown to try to get a sense of what it’s all about. A co-worker joined me and we sampled a variety of the 100-plus flavors on hand in Vapesolutely’s comfortable, inviting lounge. Owner Bill Pizzuti and his pleasant staff were happy to answer all of our questions, but for me the big one was, “Why?” “Most people come in to quit smoking,” Bill says, explaining that for his customers, vaping allows them to wean off of nicotine and tobacco in a way that satisfies the physical stimulation of smoking. Bill even urges customers away from the tobacco flavors. Bill doesn’t like the word e-cigarette. For him there’s a clear distinction between smoking tobacco and vaping, and he believes that the sooner people disassociate the two the better. More than anything there’s the fact that none of the products Bill carries contain any more than four ingredients. Compared to the hundred of ingredients in cigarettes that in turn produce thousands of chemicals when burned it’s easy to see why he’s so passionate about breaking the comparison. 1310 Ten Rod Rd, North Kingstown. 2950794, www.vapesolutely.com –Tony Pacitti
Vaping flavors run the gamut from the milk after a bowl of Fruity Pebbles to simulated tobacco
Photography (Top) Tony Pacitti, (Bottom) courtesy of Save the Bay
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Books and Breast Strokes
Read and swim for good this month Enjoy a summer afternoon in the company Michaela Johnson, co-host of The Rhode Show, and some New England authors. The General Federation of Women’s Clubs will host its 16th annual Book and Author Luncheon at the Dunes Club July 8. Michaela will serve as Master of Ceremonies for the event that will include authors Barbara Ross, Peter Mandel and Linda Beaulieu. Proceeds of the event will benefit the GFWC Women’s Club of South County’s Scholarship Fund and other charitable organizations. $50. July 8. 11:30am-2:30pm. 137 Boston Neck Road, Narragansett. www.eventbrite.com. 1.7 miles doesn’t seem too far
until you’re swimming it, but on July 11 swimmers and kayakers will hit the waves to save the Bay. The 39th annual Save the Bay swim for Narragansett Bay is the group’s biggest fundraiser of the year with proceeds going towards protecting and restoring the Narragansett Bay and its surrounding area. Swimmers are required to raise at least $400 for the swim by July 2, so start shaking down those co-workers! July 11. 8:45am. $50 per swimmer, plus fundraising requirement. $25 per kayaker, no fundraising requirement if supporting a swimmer. Newport Navy Base. www.savebay.org/theswim –Tony Pacitti & Jack Nicholson
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So Happening | Social Network On May 9, the East Greenwich Chamber of Commerce hosted Arts on Main. With more than 30 artists displaying and selling their work, as well as activities like a street chalk contest and face painting, there was something fun for all ages. www.eastgreenwichchamber.com Photography by Marylou Butler.
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So Happening | Social Network Our Wine Divas event was held on May 5 at 1149 in West Warwick to honor So Rhode Island’s Leading Ladies. From doctors, financial advisors and lawyers, to entreupaneurs, fitness instructors and animal trainers, these women are making difference in southern Rhode Island. Photography by Soozie Sundlun/East
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A Diner’s Guide to Diners Scouring the State in Search of the quinteSSential lunch counter experience By Grace Lentini • Photos by Terace Greene
Jigger’s Diner
The Blue Plate Diner in Middletown takes
Come to Jigger’s Diner for a slice of Americana and stay for the johnny cakes. If you’ve never had a johnny cake, get your butt down to East Greenwich, plop yourself down at the counter and order a stack. Using Kenyon’s Mill cornmeal, which has four centuries of RI culinary history, these flat cakes perfectly sop up as much real maple syrup as you can pour on them . 145 Main Street, East Greenwich. 884-6060, www.jiggersdiner.com
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The Lobster Tail and Claw Benedict at Jigger’s Diner in East Greenwich
This is your classic diner: neon lights, big comfy booths and heaping plates of comfort food, complete with murals like, “Thou shalt sit at the counter.” There’s one twist, though: adult beverages. They’ve got a full bar and even serve up spiked milkshakes, which makes dining here feel more like you’re at a real, bonafide New Jersey diner. 665 W Main Road, Middletown. 848-9500, www. blueplatedinerri.com
The Modern Diner On the US National Register of Historic Places, the Modern Diner is one of two remaining Sterling Streamliner diners (the other is in Salem, MA) and has been a fixture in Pawtucket since 1941. You know what hasn’t been around since 1941? Their wall of daily specials. Although there are plenty of stellar staples like their face-sized pancakes and hash, there’s something special about ordering off menu. And you’ll never know who you’ll rub elbows with, literally. Close quarters’ dining gives you the opportunity to get to know regulars and first time visitors alike. 364 East Avenue, Pawtucket. 726-8390
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Patriots Diner “Let’s go to Woonsocket,” is a phrase you may not hear all too often. Well, maybe that will change the next time you’re driving around at 3 in the morning and need a homemade meal. Open 24/7, a must-try at the Patriots Diner is the chicken pot pie. It’s like a deconstructed version of a traditional pot pie, with chicken, turkey gravy, potatoes, carrots and peas topped with a flaky piece of puff pastry. With this and other huge portion entrees, you’ll come hangry and leave happy. 65 Founders Drive, Woonsocket. 765-6900, www.patriotsdiner.com
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Ocean to Plate South County’s hyper-fresh seafood industry is a way of life By Eleyna “Nellie” de Goguel Photography by Michael Cevoli Illustrations by Meghan H. Follett
Slice into a succulent summer flounder or crack open a lobster claw; seafood-feasting season is upon us. With Rhode Island’s lengthy coastline and excess of thriving marine habitats, we are a seafoodie’s haven. Oysters, clams, bass, flounder, squid… the Ocean State is so lucky to have a plethora of fresh, locally harvested fish and shellfish to choose from. In recent years, demand for expertly caught and cared for “boat-to-plate” fare has only grown. Whether dining out by the shore or frying up fluke in the comfort of your own kitchen, locals and tourists alike now have so many options when it comes to the water-dwelling creatures they put in their gullets. Our suggestion? If you can, choose the ones sourced in Rhode Island, every time.
Rhode Island’s favorite, locally caught calamari, at the Coast Guard House
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is predictably a major industry. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Point Judith in Narragansett ranked 25th (55 million pounds) in the United States in commercial fish landings and 23rd in revenue from fish ($47 million) in 2013. Second-generation fisherman Donald Follett grew up amongst the waters he now scours for marketable seafood. “I started fishing with my dad when I was six and I worked on boats before I got out of high school,” he says. Follett began running his own small vessels at 16 and became captain of his first trawler at 22. He’s fished all over the East Coast, down to the Gulf of Mexico and spent 12 years on the West Coast fishing for King Crab and Cod. “It was Deadliest Catch kind of conditions,” explains Follett. In 2001, he returned to Rhode Island and now works off of Point Judith, where he harvests mass amounts of squid as well as other fishy friends. “Fishing in RI… there are so many great products that are here, all kinds of fish. We are considered a mixed species area in the business,” says Follett. “Most boats make short trips so the fish are unloaded every two or three days, where other places in the market send out boats for eight to nine day trips, so the fish are on ice for that long. The good local restaurants source from Rhode Island because [the product] is twice as fresh, and they want to have the best.”
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Step 1. Take off the claws (with arms) by bending them away from the body. Step 2. Separate the tail from the head (save it for stock!) by bending at a 90 degree angle.
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Step 1. Pull thumb away from big claw to expose joint. Wiggle back and forth to separate thumb with the cartilage attached. Step 2. Tap the back of a knife into the large part of the claw about half way down. Turn knife back and forth gently to loosen shell, then peel off. Step 3. Use same method with knife to loosen shell on elbows.
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Step 2. Grasp tail with both hands, one on either side, and gently use your thumbs to pull the shell off of the tail meat. Step 3. Devour!
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Ocean to Market to Fork “Farm to table” dining is undeniably a responsible and conscientious way of purchasing and consuming food. Unfortunately, the idea has been somewhat bastardized as a fleeting trend, or as a luxury for those living in the upper echelons of society. Luckily over the past decade, many chefs, restaurateurs and fishermen in Rhode Island have been fine tuning different systems that not only directly tap into our state’s abundance of seafood in a way that provides consumers with an “ocean to fork” product, but does so with affordability, access and transparency in mind. Captain Richard Cook, founder of The Local Catch – a fishing and processing plant based out of Galilee – is at the forefront of this movement. On any given day Cook and his wife Ann can be seen at one of the many farmer’s markets across the state, selling some of the freshest seafood available to the average consumer. After years as a commercial fisherman, Cook decided to get licensed as a seafood processor and distributor, essentially cutting out the middlemen and the inevitable extra costs that goes along with them. Cook can now catch the fish, process them and get them packaged and ready for market within hours. He can tell you how the product was handled, how it was caught, the time frame of process – everything a consumer might want to know about the fish. Rather than selling to restaurants, The Local Catch focuses on selling straight to those perusing farmer’s market stands for fresh ingredients. The company also offers a Community Supported Fishery (CSF), which acts like a debit system for loyal customers. Buy a half ($144) or full ($288) share and use the credit whenever it is convenient. In South County, find The Local Catch stand at the Coastal Grower’s Market in North Kingstown on Saturdays and at the South County Food Co-op on Fridays. Brown Family Seafood (BFS) is another pioneer when it comes to bringing fresh, quality fish to the end user. While The Local Catch deals directly with consumers, Brown Family Seafood sells their product to restaurants around the state. “We’re a family company,” explains Sam Brown, son of fisherman and founder Chris Brown. “The seafood industry is more complicated than it should be. We get the fish directly from my dad’s boat to the restaurant. There are no middlemen, and our traceability system verifies everything about our products – even tasting notes.” Even though BSF sells to businesses, they do also sell at farmer’s markets, and it’s during these distributor-to-consumer conversations where the Browns see a demand for change in the industry. “At the markets, that’s where people are showing a lot more interest in the quality and history of what they’re buying. I now see soccer moms buying Bluefish and other underutilized local species because they know that it’s fresh, they know where it came from, they can even ask about the boat,” he says. “Because we’ve cut out so many steps in the processing, it’s less expensive than the store, especially when buying something like Scup, which is a high quality protein. Tuna isn’t available all year round, and you can’t catch a Salmon in Rhode Island; we are trying to highlight the ones we catch on a daily basis,” explains Brown.
Captain Donald Follett aboard the F/V Cody
Which Fish are in Season What are some species to look out for while skimming summer restaurant menus? Squid, naturally, is a major mainstay and could arguably be found at almost every restaurant in the state. However, you may not be tuned in to local fish species. Don’t worry, we’ve done the work for you, and they’re listed below. Summer Flounder (Fluke) with its white, flaky meat makes for a delicious dish and can be eaten with the skin on. Flounder is also nutritionally rich and a good low-fat source of B vitamins and niacin.
Striped Bass (Striper, Rockfish) has a stronger flavor than its Black Bass cousin and is a little coarse in texture. Stripers are a source of low-fat protein and selenium. Bluefish (Tailor, Snapper) is a darker species when raw, but when cooked takes on a lighter color. It has a rich, distinct taste (it feeds on Menhaden, a small, oil-rich fish) and its skin is edible. Bluefish does not freeze well which is why it’s a perfect product to consume close to its home habitat. It’s a good source of selenium, niacin, vitamin B12, magnesium and potassium.
Captain Richard Cook of The Local Catch at a local farmer’s market
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Scup (Porgy), is a small white fish harvested in local waters since the Colonial period. Scup is often compared to Tilapia, and in side-by-side taste tests (one recently conducted at Johnson & Wales University) people found Scup to be a delectable alternative to the more popular white fish species. Scup is low-sodium, low-fat and high in niacin, phosphorus, vitamins B6, B12 and selenium. It’s also a good source of protein.
Photo (Bottom L) Couresty of The Local Catch
Black Bass (Sea Bass, Black Fish), although declared overfished in 2000, has successfully replenished in population thanks to strict fishing regulations and can be an excellent choice if craving seafood. Bass’ delicate, mild flavor means it needs little in the way of accoutrements, and it’s also a low-fat source of protein and magnesium.
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Step 3. Roll you fingers into your palm and use that force to press the blade into the clam.
Step 1. Place the clam into the palm of your hand with the hinge touching your palm.
Step 4. Don’t force the blade in, that’s how you will cut yourself. And you need fingers to eat the delciousness within.
Step 2. Using a rounded clam knife press the blade into the seam.
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Point Judith Calamari: The Ocean State’s Biggest Star
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In June 2014, Governor Lincoln Chafee signed legislation making calamari Rhode Island’s official state appetizer Edible parts of the squid include the arms (tentacles), the mantle (tube) and the fins (wings) Squid are an excellent source of selenium, riboflavin and vitamin B12 Rhode Island-style calamari is fried and served simply with hot peppers (banana peppers are traditional) and a little garlic
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It’s the coldest June 1st on record and I’m shivering in my navy blue Hunter boots. But all is well because while the wind whips my face, I hold a sack full of oysters, oysters that I now feel I know intimately after spending an early afternoon at the Walrus and Carpenter Oyster farm in Charlestown. Jules Opton-Himmel, founder of the farm, is my tour guide on this gloomy Monday. The farm has grown exponentially over the past years and now covers six acres of Ninigret Pond. “We’ve seen more and more that people in the state want local oysters,” says Opton-Himmel as we glide across mildly choppy waters towards his oyster processing headquarters, A.K.A. a boat currently occupying five men sorting hundreds of bivalves by size. What began as a 60,000 oyster operation has grown to a 2-3 million operation, and the farm provides their product to over 30 restaurants in Rhode Island. In South County alone, W&C oysters can be found at The Rathskeller, Breachway Bar and Grill, TwoTen Oyster Bar & Grill and the Coast Guard House. Later this summer, Walrus and Carpenter will host their third series of Oyster Farm Dinners where they invite interested parties to tour the farm and sit down for an in-the-water-raw-bar dinner provided by celebrated local chefs committed to sourcing local seafood. For more information or to purchase tickets, head to www.walrusandcarpenteroysters.com.
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The Ever-Evolving Industry
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Local. Fresh. Quality. Affordability. Transparency. These five words define the future of the seafood industry in Rhode Island, not because of trend or fashion, but because consumers are finally realizing how over processed and unnecessarily complicated the structures are behind their supermarket tuna steaks. People are demanding quality and freshness because they can, and because as Rhode Islanders, we are literally surrounded by an ocean teeming with edible treasures. Affordability comes with simplification – the more convoluted a process, the more steps added, the greater the cost; it’s simple economics. And without this somewhat recent demand for transparency for knowing everything about what one puts into their body, then major fishing companies could continue operating in the same ways they have been for years. So, the next time you see both Salmon and Scup on the menu, which will you choose?
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Seafood Appreciation Skill: Making a Clam Boil Preparation. Gather all of your ingredients and a large (around a 5 gallon or so) pot with a lid. The elements that take the longest to cook are placed at the bottom, and the seafood will steam atop them. Steam the whole pot for about 15-20 minutes, or as long as it takes for the potatoes to become tender.
Fish filets Any hearty fish filet will do. Scup and Cod are great choices. Steam them on top in a brown bag so they don’t fall apart. Lobsters If you’re a fan, throw a couple in. Clams Littlenecks or Cherrystones work best for this. They should be scrubbed clean of sand and dirt, and any open clams should be discarded. Water Level Pour in just enough water to cover the potatoes, onions and corn. Make sure the water is salted heavily, it should taste like the sea. Sweet Corn Don’t forget one of Rhode Island’s best ingredients. Local sweet corn is just the ticket to take this boil to the next level. Onions These are mostly to season the broth and the ingredients, so you can cut them in half and toss them in after you peel off the outer skin. Potatoes Medium sized potatoes go all the way at the bottom.
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be a relative one. Narragansett-based interior designer Skip Carlin had been working with a longtime client in South Kingstown to establish the look and feel of the family’s historic home when they made the decision to expand the square footage with a sizable addition. The stately home once belonged to former Rhode Island Governor Charles D. Kimball, who was a member of the state House of Representatives from 1894-99 and served as Lieutenant Governor from 1900-01. When incumbent governor William Gregory passed away while serving, Kimball assumed the role as the highest officer in the state until 1903. The grand home, as was de rigueur around the turn of the century, included formal living spaces, roomy bedrooms and multiple baths, while staff quarters, which usually included anywhere from five to ten small bedrooms, were relegated to the third, or
top floor. As it was mostly serviced by staff, the kitchen was often diminutive as well: a strictly utilitarian space with a butler’s pantry. That was certainly the case in the Gov. Kimball home, when the presentday owners bought the peaceful, private estate, perched on a little more than four acres between Route 1 and the Narrow River nearly 12 years ago. Over the past dozen years, it has served as a summer home and weekend retreat. In that time, the third floor staff quarters were transformed from several cozy bedrooms into a few larger ones plus a wide space for children to play. Custom crafted bunk beds for the little ones in the nooks and crannies of the space were designed by Eric Baxter of Baxter Design Build with Carlin’s vision and input from the owner. “I love it,” Baxter says about the synergy the trio shares. “Skip and the homeowners discussed what they want and I designed the area with my background
with CAD design and a degree in Civil Engineering. Every project there has been a huge collaboration.” More recently though, as the couple discovered the home is where they wanted to eventually retire, they decided it was best to plan ahead and build new space that would afford comfortable, one-level living and a spacious kitchen to both enjoy and to accommodate guests. “What triggered the addition was that the existing kitchen was amazingly tiny,” explains Baxter. “They needed a nice, new entertaining kitchen.” Though the new contemporary space would be unchartered territory at the address, Carlin and Baxter’s considerable experience with the homeowners prepared them well to tackle the new addendum. “We had developed a very good working relationship over that time – I understood their tastes and lifestyle pretty well. We were able to reach consensus
fairly quickly on most design decisions,” Carlin says. “The biggest challenge that the addition presented was to be consistent with the feel of the existing house while having a distinct style of its own – not just a large ‘wing’ tacked on.” Architect Nancy Leslie of South Kingstown was charged with designing a graceful and visually interesting structure that merged the home’s past with its present. With more than 350 projects under her belt ranging from diminutive 17th century historic restorations to 10,000-square foot commercial complexes, Leslie was up for the challenge. The RISD alum examined the existing house and carried over subtle details and proportions throughout the new spaces with the shared input and execution by Baxter. With abundant natural light filling the open and user-friendly floor plan, the results are a warm, inviting place where it’s almost easy to forget which July 2015 | SO RHODE ISLAND
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parts are original and which are newly constructed. “Every piece of trim in that addition was custom milled to match the existing home inside and out,” declares Baxter. “From the baseboard and the exterior crown molding; the water table molding to the window trim.” He credits Dwyer Hardwoods in Narragansett and HCW with the exquisite woodwork. “[Eric] provided a very high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail appropriate to the complexity of the project. Many key elements – windows, doors, moldings, cabinetry – had to be custom sourced and painstakingly installed,” explains Carlin.
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When it came to the interior, Carlin was excited to merge modern conveniences in the new space with the history and charm of the existing ones. “I’d say that the objective was always to create attractive and livable rooms that respected the traditional style of the existing house… For the new addition, the objective was to give the rooms a more contemporary and open feel while respecting traditional materials and details,” explains Carlin. The “open feel” was critical to the homeowners. With three grown children and six grandchildren, who are frequent visitors during summers and holidays, and four-legged
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You’ve got such a chic sense of style. I’d call your look bohemian minimalist. How would you describe it? I have never put a label on it. I like mixing feminine and masculine looks and I prefer a minimalist look, building interest with accessories. Your designer brand cred is through the roof. Tell me about your journey from Coach to Brahmin to Alex and Ani, and how your past experience influences what you do now. I love accessories, from jewelry to leather goods to hats to sunglasses. I am fortunate to have had a clear career path. My past experiences have allowed me to realize that I prefer to be in an environment where I get to utilize both sides of my brain. I love collaborative companies where I am able to be both creative and business savvy. What’s an average day like at Alex and Ani for you?
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Seasonal Elegance The Restaurant at Weekapaug Inn highlights the best of local flavors There are several dining options at the Weekapaug Inn. The main dining room is simply named The Restaurant. It offers breakfast, lunch and dinner every day, all year long. Adjacent to the restaurant, the Garden Room is a lovely lounge space which is also open year round. In addition to having great views of the pond, there is a bar and small plates menu. The second floor Sea Room is open year round for cocktails, but its menu of small plates and sandwiches and outdoor deck seating are only available during the summer months. In order to partake in the variety of the seasonal local produce, meat and seafood, the menus at the inn change frequently. Therefore, the menus when I visited in late spring will differ considerably from the menus available mid-summer. Executive Chef Jennifer Backman hails from Washington State but fell in love with Rhode Island during her college days at Johnson & Wales. Before arriving to the Weekpaug Inn, she worked at the Rhode Island Country Club in Barrington, the Inn at Castle Hill and then worked her way up to Executive Sous Chef at the Ocean House. On a gorgeous Rhode Island spring night, my family and I arrived at the Weekapaug Inn, and we were immediately blown away by the ambiance and its perfectly landscaped grounds. Photos of the property do not do it justice. The valet took our car and insisted he be allowed to lead us to the restaurant. Everyone we encountered at the inn was just as pleasant, friendly and willing to serve as the valet. Though the stately inn’s appearance was grand, the people who work there are very
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friendly and down to earth. We had initially been worried that the Restaurant would be stuffy and pretentious based on the need for a dress code (no shorts), but the worry was unfounded. We were lead to our spacious table on the enclosed veranda, took in the amazing view of Quonochontaug Pond and felt the beauty of the place relax our modern cares away. Our waitress, Leah, could not have been nicer or more helpful, and her team of bussers and servers was attentive to our every need. To start, we were provided a choice of still or sparkling water. I loved being able to choose sparkling at no extra cost. We also ordered a round of cocktails. My choice,
the Block Island Paloma ($15), was a mix of Milagro Tequila, fresh squeezed grapefruit juice, Aquidneck Honey and sumac. It was very refreshing and perfect for the warm night. My parents chose an expertly mixed Ketel One Martini ($11) and a glass of Anton Baurer Gruner Veltliner ($11). Along with our cocktails, we sampled the bread basket filled with a variety of rolls (sourdough, rosemary olive and raisin and anise). The breads were served with choices of two butters – one whipped with sea salt, the other with olive oil and honey – both were divine. Along with the bread, we were served a delectable amuse bouche – confit artichoke salad. For our starter, we all nibbled on the New England Artisan Cheese Sampler ($21). On this night, the three cheeses were all from Cato Corner Farm in Colchester, CT. The cheeses were served with grilled breads and a variety of luscious accoutrements (honey, apricot compote, quince paste and a hazelnut spread). We had a great time sampling all of the things on the plate. With four of us dining, we were able to sample a variety of the entrées. I settled on the Native Blackfish ($36). In this area, blackfish is more commonly known as tautog. It is a flaky, white fish with a mild flavor. At The Restaurant, the blackfish is simply pan seared to flaky fish perfection and sits on a purée of carrot and saffron. It was served with a mélange of seasonal vegetables – from fresh peas to
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Southern Rhode Island is steeped in history. Even before Giovanni de Verrazano visited Narragansett Bay in 1524, the Narragansett and Niantic Indian Tribes hunted, fished and farmed their land along the coasts of the ocean and the bay. Native southern Rhode Islanders (myself included) don’t always take the time to appreciate the rich history of our section of the state. With summer finally upon us, we begin, just as generations did before us, our love affair with the coastline. Our bathing suit styles may have changed, but our love of the ocean and its bounty has not. Located in Westerly, The Weekapaug Inn has been a summer destination since opening its doors in 1899. Native Rhode Islander Frederick Buffum opened the inn to give families like his own a place to boat, swim, sport and socialize. His hospitality was legendary because he treated guests as old friends rather than new acquaintances. The inn relocated from its original oceanfront location after it sustained damage during the hurricane of 1938. The new location on the shore of Quonochontaug Pond provided a safer and secluded setting for vacationers. For seven decades, the Inn thrived on its summer business. Unfortunately, in 2007, the fourth generation of Buffum innkeepers could no longer sustain the singleseason business, and the inn closed. In 2010, however, Watch Hill resident Chuck Royce helped restore the inn to its former glory and turned the property into a four season resort. Much like Watch Hill’s Ocean House, the Weekapaug Inn is a part of the exclusive Relais & Châteaux Hotel and Restaurant Group.
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ramps to parsnips. My father chose the Georges Bank Scallops ($38) and was rewarded with four large scallops, flawlessly seared with a dark golden crust. The scallops were sitting on a bed of coconut scented forbidden black rice and topped with peppery togarshi, fennel-citrus relish and a sweet blood orange emulsion. My mother ordered the Baffoni Chicken ($30). The chicken was moist and flavorful with both the dark meat of the leg and the white meat of the breast on her platter. She loved the lemon papardelle noodles served with the chicken, and she tried to soak up every bit of the green-peppercorn Madeira jus. The friend I brought along on this family night tried the Tortelloni ($36). Her bowl was literally full to the brim with eight large homemade tortelloni stuffed with sweet pea and Narragansett Creamery ricotta. They were served with preserved lemon and the most delicious house smoked bacon. Other than the tortelloni, the portions were not large, but everything tasted fresh and was prepared extremely well. The dessert menu had five different options all created by Pastry Chef Jaimie Lindberg. Since it was my father’s birthday, we let him choose dessert, and he picked Lindberg’s Flavors of S’mores creation ($10). This dessert had all of the things you love about s’mores taken to the next level. There was a chocolate covered Baviarian chocolate mousse cake, handmade
50 South County Common Way, South Kingstown (401) 783-4445 • www.tongdsk.com cinnamon graham cracker, housemade toasted marshmallows and my favorite part, dark cherries. The inn also offers a really fun dessert option – s’mores cooked over a bonfire on the shore of Quonochontaug Pond. We saw several families who were staying at the inn go down and enjoy this fun and tasty activity. Best of all, this option is free! The hospitality didn’t end until we paid the bill and Leah brought us out two bags of brownie cookies for the ride home. Though staying at the inn or enjoying a meal there is not an inexpensive activity, anyone can tour the grounds or public areas. Just as in the days of Frederick Buffum, you will be welcomed as a cherished guest and treated to hospitality one rarely finds in the service industry anymore. As you sip a cocktail, make a s’more, enjoy a lobster roll or play a lawn game, you can imagine you are back in a simpler time and let the cares of the modern world fade away. As Pitbull eloquently puts it, sometimes “to understand the future, you have to go back in time.”
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Sippin’ On Summertime Galilee’s newest restaurant comes with a side of ferry watching
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It’s summer, and what better way to spend it in South County than by grabbing a bite to eat while watching the sunset as the Block Island Ferry chugs along. This is exactly what Chris Willett and Tim and Greig Pelleccione had in mind when they opened The Sandbar in Galilee this past May. “We’re always looking for new restaurant opportunities. All three of us are very hands on,” Chris says. The three amigos currently own and operate 300 North, located in Saunderstown attached to the Holiday Inn. 300 North is an upscale Italian eatery, but with a down-to-earth atmosphere with prices to match. The Sandbar is attached to the Lighthouse Inn in Galilee, and is geared more towards high quality comfort food. “Most people that stay at the Lighthouse Inn seem to be visiting from out of town and visiting Block Island. The Rhode Thailand Calamari and the Buffalo Wings are getting rave reviews from locals and visitors alike,” Chris explains. The Rhode Thailand Calamari features fresh calamari that’s been battered and fried and then tossed in a sweet and spicy Asian sauce. The Buffalo Wings are made with The Sandbar’s super secret recipe and can be served at any heat, depending on how daring you‘re feeling that day. “We also serve an amazing breakfast,” Chris exclaims. “Our chef David Deery, aka Duke, was formerly the
owner at Dukes at Middlebridge. He is very well known for his breakfast. We serve omelettes, egg sandwiches, eggs benedicts and more. We even serve a Lobster Benedict – we get the lobster from Point Judith.” Other highlights at The Sandbar include Baked Cod with lemon butter in a white wine reduction, topped with breadcrumbs, and Sam Adams Beer Battered Fish and Chips made with fresh cod from Point Judith. To wash it all down, they have 11 beers on tap from domestics to IPA’s and are featuring frozen drinks all summer. That includes frozen mudslides and margaritas, just to name a few. You can also expect great fresh seafood, Angus beef burgers, chicken, salads and more. “In addition to our great food, we will also be featuring live entertainment on the weekends,” says Chris. “Most recently we were lucky enough to feature Hey Nineteen, an 11-piece Steely Dan tribute band and had an excellent turnout. The Sandbar is both a family-friendly restaurant as well as a destination for music and dancing. It’s a great place for a quick, good meal when traveling to Block Island.” The Sandbar is located directly across the street from the Block Island Ferry offering gorgeous views of the water, ferries and the Galilee fishing fleet. 307 Great Island Road, Narragansett. 792-7000
Kicked up breakfast sandwiches at The Sandbar
Rhode Thailand Calamari from The Sandbar
The Healthy Food Rub Since 1987, the family-run market Food for Thought has done more than provide a local alternative to the big box food chains; they provide healthy food options unavailable at big box chains such as rare gluten-free and vegan options. And considering that South County doesn’t have a Whole Foods, Food for Thought provides a niche market for health conscious locals and visitors. They also highlight area farms and products such as The Reynolds Barn’s goat cheese and goat’s milk soap, Poblano sauce and salsa, Narragansett Creamery and Pat’s Pasteured, to name a few. Another notch they’ve recently added to their belt is their new in-store Wellness Room. It features a skincare esthetician, reflexologist, reiki practitioner, massage therapist and instructor on Emotional Freedom Technique and Jin Shin Jyutsu. For a food store that’s been ahead of the health food trend for years, it looks like they can add holistic offerings to their repertoire. 577 Kingstown Road, Wakefield. 789-2445, www. myfoodforthoughtri.com
Have Olive It If you’re an olive oil and specialty vinegar fanatic, then it’s time to hop in the car and head over to Pawcatuck. Capizzano Olive Oils and Vinegars offers in-store tastings of over 30 different olive oils, balsamic vinegars and flavored oils. Owners Steve and Suzanne Capizzano originally worked in the healthcare industry, and are excited to share their knowledge of the benefits of fresh, delicious olive oil with the community. Freshly crushed olive oils have high levels of polyphenols, an antioxidant with various health benefits. The olive oils available at Capizzano will have the crush dates clearly labeled on the bottle, as opposed to many grocery store brands that have been sitting on the shelf for who knows how long. To accompany the in-store tasting, Steve and Suzanne will have bread ready for dipping, but apparently, the best way to experience high-level olive oil is by enjoying it one sip at a time. 5 Coggeswell Street, Suite 1. Pawcatuck, CT. 860-4952187, www.capizzanoco.com July 2015 | SO RHODE ISLAND
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also have a handful of horses, goats and an Irish wolfhound named Lucious. How can we buy your meats and veggies? Sunset Farm has a retail market from the middle of June until the end of October, where you can buy individually cut Angus steaks and burgers. We also have fresh pork products. As for the farm fresh vegetables, there is a wide array of options. Some of the best heirlooms include Brandywine, Cherokee Purple and our hybrid Carolina Gold. Sunset also has a wholesale market year round that provides products for local restaurants. We also supply fresh meats and produce to Luca’s farmstead market located on Block Island. Sunset Farm supplies an impressive number of excellent local restaurants. One of the restaurants we supply to is The Mews Tavern. Here we supply burger patties used for the Rhody Natural Burger and the Salt Pond Burger. At Local 121, we provide ground beef for their Sunset Farm Double Cheeseburger. At Hotel Viking’s Restaurant, OneBellevue, Sunset Farm provides our 8 oz. burger patty and beef brisket. We’re also on Block Island, at the Poor People’s Pub. Here we supply pork, beef and farm fresh vegetables. At Charlie O’s, we supply burger patties
for their Sunset Farm Burger. We supply ground beef to The Coast Guard House for their own version of a Sunset Farm Burger. Trio also has a Sunset Farm Burger, made with ground beef or a 4 oz. patty. Spain Restaurant uses a variety of farm fresh produce and beef cross cut shanks. We also supply Mariner Grille with ground beef and El Fuego with salsa tomatoes. I hear you’ve got an exciting new project you’re launching. Tell me about this new truck and where we can find it. Sunset Farm now has a mobile kitchen that will be used for baked goods such as pies, cookies, banana bread, zucchini bread and blueberry buckle. The trailer will also be used for our homemade jams, jellies, relishes and garlic dill pickles. We will also have weekend concessions that provide salads and snacks on-the-go with all products straight from the farm. The trailer will be located on the property of Sunset Farm, looking to begin being open on the weekends by mid July.
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The Coast Guard House The Coast Guard House, nestled alongside Narragansett Beach, has reopened its doors after being devastated by Hurricane Sandy in October 2012. It features a new lounge and dining area with double the ocean view. Sip on a Bloody Uprising (made with locally crafted whiskey) in their first floor dining room while taking in the sights. A new, diamond-shaped bar captures the fabulous panorama, where visitors can enjoy a selection of local craft beers, a Chardonnay created by Newport Vineyards, a Mudslide made with Dave’s Coffee Syrup or any other thirstquenching selections. The owners and managers can be found greeting old
friends walking along the seawall, and regulars ask about the house-made lobster ravioli and seared scallops dishes that have been longtime favorites. New menu items include shrimp tempura, crab mac ’n cheese and a double baked potato with lobster. Sit outside on the patio and enjoy a delicious meal while watching the surf roll in and out. That swordfish on your fork comes from local fishermen, while the produce on your plate is brought to you by Farm Fresh Rhode Island. Whether you’re in the mood for a post-swim cocktail or a romantic seaside dinner for two, the Coast Guard House has just what you need.
Can’t Miss Dish: House Made Lobster Ravioli with peas, scallions, shallots, brandy cream, lobster claw garnish. The Coast Guard House
10 Prime Steak & Sushi Gourmet steaks and sushi. 55 Pine St, Providence, 4532333. LD $$$
Bluewater Bar + Grill Contemporary seafood with farm-to-table cuisine. 32 Barton Ave, Barrington, 247-0017. LD $-$$
Dragon Palace Fresh sushi and Asian cuisine. 733 Kingstown Rd, Wakefield, 789-2308. LD $-$$
2 Pauls’ City Grille Comfort food with a family feel. 315 Waterman Ave, East Providence, 228-7285. BrLD $-$$
Breachway Grill Classic New England fare, plus NY-style pizza. 1 Charlestown Beach Rd, Charlestown, 213-6615. LD $$
Eleven Forty Nine City sophistication in the suburbs. 1149 Division St, Warwick, 884-1149. LD $$$
Andreas Authentic Greek food since 1966. 268 Thayer St, Providence, 3317879. BrLD $-$$
CAV Eclectic cuisine and art in a historic setting. 14 Imperial Place, Providence, 751-9164. BrLD $$-$$$
Enn Japanese Creative sushi and Japanese food. 600 George Washington Hwy, Lincoln, 333-0366. LD $$
Aruba Steve’s Island cuisine, handcrafted cocktails and Caribbean flare. 520 Main St, Warren, 289-2677. LD $-$$
Centro Restaurant & Lounge Contemporary cuisine and cocktails. 1 W Exchange St, Providence, 228-6802. BLD $$$
Fieldstones Relaxed family setting, something for everyone. 980 E Main Rd, Portsmouth, 293-5200. LD $$
Aspire Seasonal Kitchen Contemporary New England fare. 311 Westminster St, Providence, 521-3333. BBrLD $$-$$$
Chapel Grille Gourmet food overlooking the Providence skyline. 100 Chapel View Blvd, Cranston, 9444900. BrLD $$$
Flatbread Company Artisanal pizza, local ingredients. 161 Cushing St, Providence, 273-2737. LD $-$$
Besos Kitchen & Cocktails Tapas and eclectic cuisine and cocktails. 378 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-8855. BrLD $$$ Black Bass Grille Classic seafood, historic waterfront setting. 3 Water St, South Dartmouth, MA, 508-9996975. LD $$
Clean Plate Delicious comfort food in a casual setting. 345 S. Water St, Providence, 621-8888. BBrLD $$ DeWolf Tavern Gourmet American/ Indian fusion. 259 Thames St, Bristol, 254-2005. BLD $$-$$$
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 $ Julian’s A must-taste Providence staple celebrating 20 years. 318 Broadway,
Providence, 861-1770. BBrLD $$ Kartabar Mediterranean-style cuisine, chic setting. 284 Thayer St, Providence, 331-8111. LD $-$$ KitchenBar Contemporary comfort cuisine. 771 Hope St, Providence, 3314100. BrLD $$ Laurel Lane Country Club Upscale pub cuisine overlooking a picturesque golf course. 309 Laurel Lane, West Kingston, 783-3844. LD $-$$ Lim’s Restaurant Upscale Thai and fresh sushi. 18 South Angell St, Providence, 383-8830. LD $$ Lobster Pot Serving traditional New England classics and seafood. 119 Hope St, Bristol, 253-9100. BrLD $$-$$$ Luxe Burger Bar Build your own creative burger. 5 Memorial Blvd, Providence, 621-5893. LD $ Mariner Grille Creative seafood, pub
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atmosphere. 140 Point Judith Rd, Narragansett, 284-3282. LD $$ McBlarney’s County Tap Modern, upscale pub with daily specials. 632 Metacom Ave, Warren, 289-0887. LD $$ McBride’s Pub Traditional Irish pub fare in Wayland Square. 161 Wayland Ave, Providence, 751-3000. LD $$ Meeting Street Cafe Huge sandwiches and cookies. 220 Meeting St, Providence, 273-0166. BLD $ Mews Tavern Family dining, with a whiskey bar. 456 Main St, Wakefield, 783-9370. LD $-$$ Mia’s Prime Time Café Upscale café cuisine by the Pawcatuck River. 1 West Broad St, Pawcatuck, CT, 860-5993840. BLD $$ Mile & a Quarter Eclectic cuisine and wine bar. 334 South Water St, Providence, 331-1500. LD $-$$ Mill’s Tavern Historic setting for New American gourmet. 101 N Main St, Providence, 272-3331. D $$$ Nonni’s Italian Restaurant Traditional Italian eatery and pasta shop. 1154 Stafford Rd, Tiverton, 624-3087. LD $$ Oceanside at the Pier New England fare overlooking the Atlantic. 1 Beach St, Narragansett, 792-3999. BrLD $$ Paragon & Viva Contemporary dining and nightlife. 234 Thayer St, Providence, 331-6200. BrLD $-$$ Parkside Rotisserie & Bar American
bistro specializing in rotisserie meats. 76 South Main St, Providence, 3310003. LD $-$$ Pavilion Steakhouse & Banquets Grand, banquet-hall style dining. 15A Frontier Rd, Hopkinton, 377-9900. BrLD $$$ Phil’s Main Street Grille Classic comfort food; great rooftop patio. 323 Main St, Wakefield, 783-4073. BBrLD $ PJ’s Pub Mediterranean-influenced pub food. 135 Boone St, Narragansett, 7893200. LD $-$$ Portsmouth Publick House Gourmet pub food with a variety of spirit flights. 1 King Charles Dr, Portsmouth, 6822600. BrLD $-$$ Public Kitchen & Bar American food with changing daily inspirations. 120 Francis St, Providence, 919-5050. BrLD $-$$ Rasa Authentic and contemporary Indian. 149 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-2822. LD $$ Rasoi Vegetarian-friendly Indian cuisine. 727 East Ave, Pawtucket, 728-5500. LD $$ Red Stripe Casual French-American bistro. 465 Angell St, Providence, 4376950. BrLD $$ Rick’s Roadhouse House-smoked barbecue. 370 Richmond St, Providence, 272-7675. LD $-$$ Rue De L’Espoir American cooking with French soul. 99 Hope St, Providence, 751-8890. BBrLD $$ Scampi Seafood and Italian cuisine with
expansive water views. 657 Park Ave, Portsmouth, 293-5844. LD $$ Seasons Fine dining at the Ocean House. 1 Bluff Ave, Westerly, 5847000. BLD $$$ Siena Impeccable Italian cuisine. Locations in Providence, East Greenwich, Smithfield. D $$-$$$ Simone’s Gourmet brunch followed by upscale Mediterranean cuisine. 275 Child St, Warren, 247-1200. BBrLD $$-$$$ T’s Restaurant Plentiful breakfast and lunch. Locations in Cranston, East Greenwich, Narragansett, 946-5900. BL $ Tara’s Tipperary Tavern Oceanside Irish-American pub fare. 907 Matunuck Beach Rd, Matunuck, 284-1901. BLD $ Tavern by the Sea Waterfront European/American bistro. 16 W Main St, Wickford, 294-5771. LD $$ The Coast Guard House Modern New England fare with Bay views. 40 Ocean Rd, Narragansett, 789-0700. LD $$-$$$ The Dorrance Fine dining with exquisite cocktails. 60 Dorrance St, Providence, 521-6000. D $$$ The Malted Barley Gourmet pretzels and craft brews. 42 High St, Westerly, 315-2184. $ The Restaurant at Weekapaug Inn Quintessential New England fare. 25 Spray Rock Rd, Westerly, 322-0301. BLD $$$ The Sea Goose Seafood with New England and Southern flair. 265 Post
Rd, Westerly, 315-0788. LD $$-$$$ The Twisted Vine Romantic wine bar with tapas and full meals. 3 Canal St, Westerly, 596-4600. D $$ The Village Casual dining and live entertainment. 373 Richmond St, Providence, 228-7222. BrLD $$ Trinity Brewhouse Rhode Island’s original brewpub. 186 Fountain St, Providence, 453-2337. LD $-$$ UMelt Fun twists on grilled cheese. 129 Weybosset St, Providence, 3836732. LD $ Vetrano’s Ristorante & Pizzeria Italian cooking like grandma made. 130 Granite St, Westerly, 348-5050. LD $$ Vittoria’s NY Pizza Best pizza north of Manhattan. 224 Post Rd, Westerly, 322-1901. LD $-$$ Waterman Grille Riverfront New American dining. 4 Richmond Sq, Providence, 521-9229. BLD $$$ Wes’ Rib House Missouri-style BBQ, open late. 38 Dike St, Providence, 4219090. LD $$ Whiskey Republic Delicious dockside pub fare. 515 South Water St, Providence, 588-5158. LD $-$$ XO Cafe Creative cocktails and New American fare. 125 N Main St, Providence, 273-9090. BrD $$ Zooma Trattoria Fresh Italian cuisine using house-made pasta. 245 Atwells Ave, Providence, 383-2002. LD $$
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Chapel Grille
Inside a historic 1891 chapel, Chapel Grille boasts a cuisine with Mediterranean and Italian influences. Relax on the terrace, overlooking the cityscape and watch the sun set, or enjoy a drink in the gorgeous Cathedral Bar. It’s always special occasion at Chapel Grille. Explore classic Italian meals like the Mezzi Ragatoni alla Bolognese (pasta with pork, beef and cheese). Try a Spanish, (the CG Paella with shrimp and littlenecks), French (Bouillabaisse de
Marseilles with seafood) or Greek/Lebanese (tzatziki and hummus) dish! Taste the Rhody Clam Roast (littlenecks in garlic, basil and parsley) or New Bedford Codfish with olive oil mashed potatoes. For dessert, indulge in a Gelato Sandwich (chocolate chip-caramel cookies with popcorn gelato) or Strawberries, Rhubarb and Cream and shortbread crumbles. Chapel Grille is kid friendly and accommodating to dietary restrictions.
Can’t Miss Dish: The Spanish-style flattop grill entrees, with choices including beef tenderloin, Provimi veal chop, and Berkshire pork. Chapel Grille
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The Wickford Art Festival returns July 11-12
Stroll Through Summer 1. Photo courtesy of Bruce Luscombe
July 11-12: The Wickford Art Festival, one of New England’s longest running, outdoor, fine art festivals, will return for the 53rd year. More than 200 artists will show off and sell their works, which range from drawing to sculpture to photography, and more. Saturday: 10am-6pm, Sunday: 10am-5pm. 58 Intrepid Drive, North Kingstown. www.wickfordart.org.
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July 10: The RI Philharmonic is on the deck of the North Beach Club House for an evening commenced with a ticketed cocktail and dinner reception from 6-8pm. Rain date is Saturday, July 11. 8-10pm. North Beach Club House, 79 Boston Neck Road, Narragansett. For tickets call 782-0658; 788-2573, www.northbeachclubhouse.com.
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July 20: When you’re Kayaking the Narrow River, a tidal inlet that opens to the Atlantic Ocean, you’re bound to see ospreys, ducks and other species of wildlife. Bring a snack and sunscreen on this three-hour guided tour. $55-$65. 10am-1pm. Pollack Avenue Boat Launch, South Kingstown. 949-5454, www.asri.org.
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July 14: As part of the 2015 Tuesday Night Summer Concert Series, Abbey Rhode, Rhode Island’s very own Beatles tribute band, will perform an outdoor show at the Town Wharf. Bring your own seating. Free. Donations accepted. 7pm. 55 Brown Street, North Kingstown. www.nkartscouncil.org.
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July 19: Wakefield’s Authors on Main writing lecture series continues with Carla Panciera, who will discuss her new short story collection, Bewildered. Books will be available for sale and signing. Drinks and refreshments will be sold. 6pm. The Contemporary Theater, 327 Main Street, Wakefield. www.contemporarytheatercompany.com. July 2015 | SO RHODE ISLAND
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July 2-30: Visit Long’s Yoga Room in Newport for GLOW Yoga, an uplifting class that takes place under black lights, and is choreographed to fun, feel good tunes. Reserve your space online. The Thursday sessions are appropriate for all levels of fitness. 7-8:15pm. 60 Spring Street, Newport. 774-451-2163, www.longsyogaroom.com. July 3-25: 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, Newport. 8493473, www.bitplayers.net. July 3-31: Make a standing reservation for Friday nights at Sons of Liberty. At Friday Night Flights you’ll be able to create your own spirits sample flight. Try a few seasonal whiskeys along with some Loyal 9 Vodka. $10 includes tasting glass. 4:30-7:30pm. 1425 Kingstown Road, South Kingstown. 2844006, www.solspirits.com.
PG-13. 3259 Post Road, Warwick. 2617678, www.bringyourownimprov.com. July 3-31: Take time to appreciate the ocean this month, not outdoors, but indoors. Check out Time, Tide, Wind & Water at The Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly. The opening reception takes place on July 3 from 5-8pm. 7 Canal Street, Westerly. 596-2221, www.westerlyarts.com. July 4: Kick off the day building sandcastles with Sandtasia at the 4th of July Independence Day Beach Party at Narragansett Town Beach. The festivities continue with a performance by Brass Force from 5-7pm, followed by fireworks at dusk. 39 Boston Neck Road, Narragansett. www.narragansettri.gov. July 4-25: Have you ever noticed that supermarket fruit and vegetables don’t always taste as fresh as locally grown? If so, shop instead at the Coastal Growers Farmers Market, which takes place every Saturday at Casey Farm. 8:30am-12:30pm. 2325 Boston Neck Road, Saunderstown. 312-4250, www. farmfresh.org. July 5-26: ShelaLara Vineyards and Winery hosts Wine Tours & Tastings every Saturday and Sunday at 1pm, 3pm and 5pm. ShelaLara produces over 20 different varieties of wine each year so you never know what you’re in store for! Reservations are required. 21B Reservoir Road, Coventry. 6238606, www.shelalara.com.
July 3-31: 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.
July 6-27: Early risers who practice yoga will enjoy Honey Flow, a vinyasa flow class built on movement and breathing. You’ll practice holding poses that will leave you feeling both strong and centered. All levels of fitness are welcome. $16. 315 Main Street, Wakefield. 7822126, www.allthatmatters.com.
July 3-31: 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
July 7-28: As if 69 craft beers on tap weren’t reason enough to head to the Mews Tavern, the watering hole also offers High Stakes Trivia every Tuesday night. Winning teams go home with prizes so be sure to bring your smartest
July 23: Enjoy the weather and some great live tunes at the Main Street Stroll: Music on Main event. Music, shopping and food come together for an evening of family-friendly fun. Free. 5-8pm. Main Street, East Greenwich. www.mainstreeteg.org. friends. 8pm. 456 Main Street, Wakefield. 783-9370, www.stumptrivia.com. July 7-28: Attention babies and parents: walkers to two-and-ahalf year olds are invited to the Peace Dale Library every Tuesday morning for all ages Storytime. Free. 10:30am. 1057 Kingstown Road, Peace Dale. 7891555, www.skpl.org. July 8: Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge hosts Butterflies, Flowers and Lemonade! Children ages 8 and older will walk the trails alongside adults, looking for butterflies and flowers. Afterward, cool off with some lemonade and baked goods. $15-$20. 10am12pm. 99 Pardon Joslin Road, Exeter. 949-5454, www.asri.org. July 9: Take a one-hour Guided Walking Art Tour through Newport courtesy of The Newport Gallery Organization. Follow painter Rosemary Kavanagh up Bellevue Avenue at 5pm, Spring Street at 6pm or through the streets of downtown at 7pm. Free. 5-8pm. www.newportgalleries.org. July 9-30: Thursday nights bring the Children’s Entertainment Series with performances by
Vanessa Trien (July 9), Stacey Peasley (July 16), July 23 (Zak Morgan) and Toe Jam Puppet Band (July 30). Bring chairs. Free. 6:30pm. North Kingstown Town Beach, Beach Street, North Kingstown. www.nkartscouncil.org. July 11: Like a bridge over troubled water, legendary Grammy Award-winning singer Art Garfunkel will take you far, far away from the stresses of daily life, performing hits from his wildly successful five-decade career. $70-120. 8-9:30pm. 59 Main Street, East Greenwich. 885-4000, www.theodeum.org. July 11-25: Saturdays bring excitement of a musical kind to The Twisted Vine of Westerly. At the Twisted Vine Dance Party you’ll drink to your heart’s content and dance to your favorite tunes. The restaurant invites a different DJ to spin each week. 9:30pm. 3 Canal Street, Westerly. 5964600, www.thetwistedvineri.com. July 11-25: Saturdays bring family fun to the Contemporary Theatre. Check out The Time Traveling Poppys. Each week they sing, dance and improvise scenes about their time traveling adventures. Kids even get to join in the fun onstage. 10:30am. 327 Main
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July 1-29: 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 Ocean Road, Narragansett. 782-2597, www.thetowersri.com.
July 17-31: On Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights this month, see Peter Shaffer’s Black Comedy at The Contemporary Theater. In short, there’s a power outage at an apartment on an important evening. Hilarity ensues. 7pm. 327 Main Street, Wakefield. 218-0282, www. contemporarytheatercompany.com. July 20: Calling all green thumbs and plant lovers! At the Prudence Island Garden Tour you’ll explore local private gardens as well as the historical Farnham Farm, which is complete with an antique apple orchard. $10-$14. 9:45am-3pm. Narragansett Bay National Estuarine Research Center. 949-5454, www.asri.org.
July 22-31: World-renowned musicians will play in the company of local rising artists at The Kingston Chamber Music Festival for its 27th season. The festival is comprised of concerts in URI’s 580-seat Fine Arts Center Concert Hall, open rehearsals, an outreach program for underserved schools and question-and-answer sessions with musicians. 105 Upper College Road, Kingston. 874-2106, www.kingstonchambermusic.org July 25: Combining tradition and competition, the Blessing of the Fleet in Point Judith is a parade you don’t want to miss. Sit along the shore to watch hundreds of colorfully decorated boats parade by as they are blessed for the fishermen’s safety and judged on their decorations by local dignitaries. Free. 12pm. Port of Galilee, Narragansett. www.narragansettlionsclub.com.
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July 12: Enjoy the works of an original Ocean State Poet, Margie Flanders, and Boston-based Paul Hostovky the Symposium Books Sizzlin’ Hot Summer Poetry Series. This afternoon of poetry celebrates the talents of two highly published artists as they recite and converse to the public for free. 3-5pm. 1000 Division Plaza, East Greenwich. 886-1600, www.symposiumbooks.com
July 21: Join the RIDEM’s Brian Tefft for a Great Swamp Hike through West Kingston’s Great Swamp Wildlife Management Area, courtesy of the South Kingstown Land Trust. Registration is required. 5pm. Great Neck Road, West Kingston. 789-0962, www.sklt.org.
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Jennifer and David Clancy
Nature in Glass The creative offspring of Jennifer and David Clancy brings horticulture to life
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demonstrations: the Clancy Designs Glass Studio in Jamestown, located in a renovated 1787 early American-style post and beam barn. Jennifer and David have resided in Jamestown for 18 years and have been blowing glass together for more than 16 of them; David originally trained as a production glassblower and Jennifer studied glass casting. Their collaborative foray in nature studies started eight years ago, inspired by specimens cultivated on their own property; both husband and wife are avid gardeners, sharing three flower gardens and two vegetable gardens. Many of these plants have served as actual models for their glass creations, while other
more tropical flora do not thrive in a New England climate and must be sourced elsewhere. “We take the physical plants and study them to determine their shapes and how they are structured,” says David. “From there, the process is all trial and error; it’s like creating a sketch, except with glass. We usually use clear glass to start, so as not to waste color, and it takes about two or three days to figure out how to make the shape. Next, we figure out the color palette. Once we have both of those down, then we start constructing the actual plant.” The gallery opening for Nature Studies in Glass was held at the museum on May 29 and drew in a huge crowd. The exhibit will remain in place throughout the summer, until September 7. Those who wish to learn more about the glassmaking process or see additional work by the Clancys can witness their meticulous craftmanship firsthand at their Jamestown studio, where they make art Mondays through Fridays (and sometimes on weekends). Three other Jamestown artists are also exhibiting at the Newport Art Museum at the same time as the Clancys: printmaker Peter Marcus, photographer Roger Birn and sculptor Janet Prip. Together, the artists host occasional group studio tours in Jamestown as
part of the Jamestown Alliance for Artist Sustainability. The next tour will be happening on Saturday, August 1. Those interested in attending can email jaas02835@gmail.com for more information. Jennifer and David also participate in major craft shows along the East Coast, and much of their stunning work is available for purchase, with the goal of providing customers with “unique pieces for their homes that will transform their everyday spaces and daily rituals.” They make an array of functional pieces like colorful bowls and drinkware, while other creations are more decorative, including centerpieces and ornaments.
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At first glance, it might seem as if the Newport Art Museum has chosen to display several vibrant floral and plant arrangements as one of its summer exhibitions. Look more closely, however, and you will see that these blossoms and leaves are in fact crafted from colored glass that has been delicately shaped into exquisite tendrils and petals. Though the exhibit is titled Nature Studies in Glass, a scientific-sounding name, the hand-blown glassworks it contains are sheer artistry – the creative offspring of husband and wife glassmaking duo Jennifer and David Clancy. The Clancys have their own local studio where they cultivate their creations and also conduct public tours and
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If this year’s Rock Hunt had been a movie, critics would have called out the ending for being too obvious, but in real life it was the kind of thing you never saw coming. Picture it: a band made up of a bunch of bright-eyed high schoolers with nothing to lose. Against all odds and expectations they came out and killed it. Despite all of the years under the collective belts of the other three bands, Public Alley managed a singularly outstanding performance. When they walked away champions the only people surprised were the members of Public Alley. “We never saw ourselves in this situation,” says singer Zoë Hinman. After their eleventh hour submission to the Rock Hunt – which as they tell it was literally conceived and submitted an hour before the midnight deadline – failed to earn them a spot competing in the semi-finals, drummer Max Fertik caught wind of the wild card slot. The band, all of whom are students at East Greenwich High School, with the exception of keyboard player Szabi Kiss who is currently studying at MIT, embarked on an aggressive campaign to get into the finals. “We were really passionate about getting this spot,” adds Zoë. As passionate as they were, their expectations weren’t too high once they earned that coveted fourth spot. “We went into it thinking it was a good gig, we’d get to play with these great bands we’ve been listening to and get our name out there,” says bass player Cam Cianciolo. For them being there genuinely seemed to be enough of a reward.
“We used to talk about being in the Rock Hunt the way people talk about what they would do if they won the lottery,” says Zoë. She doesn’t just say that to be polite or faux-humble. For them, Rock Hunt is Olympus, inhabited by a pantheon of local rock gods who have won the competition before them. Noah spoke about seeing 2009 winner Fairhaven play at Lupo’s a few years back with an almost spiritual reverence. “When I listened to them then, I didn’t think of them as just a Rock Hunt winner, I thought of them as Young the Giant and OK Go. They were a famous band to me. I looked up to them.” Playing Lupo’s is one of the spoils that comes with winning the Rock Hunt – “Thinking that we’re going to be on that stage blows my mind,” says Cam – as is a headlining spot during WBRU’s free summer concert series this month at Waterplace Park in Providence, which last year saw performances by national acts like Phantogram and Kongos. For Public Alley, the Rock Hunt isn’t a stepping stone to the big break, it is the big break. As far as they’re concerned they’ve made it, and with that locked down, it’s just back to making catchy, high-energy rock and roll.
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Nana’s Gelato’s Bacio gelato was similar to a grown up Nutella. This not-toosweet base mixed with super fine hazelnut bits for a pleasing texture. Packed with notes of real cocoa, this mixture would be heavenly with a slab of Italian biscotti or sandwiched between two chocolate chip cookies. 28A Pier Market Place, Narragansett. 782-2705, www.nanasgelato.com
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