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Rhode Island Food & Dining Headlines
FOOD
Here are the nominees for the 2023 James Beard awards
A Lynn restaurant competes on the national level, and Greek and Yunnan cuisines are in the spotlight.
Celebrity chef David Burke adds more whimsy to Rhody’s famed ‘Hobbit House’ property
The "Lollipop Kid" aims to bring his Seussical wow-factor to the exclusive Preserve Sporting Club & Residences in Richmond.
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How a $2 hot dog changed everything for a Michelin-star restaurateur
Will Guidara said creating memories and unique experiences are more important than the traditional marketing techniques — especially coming out of the pandemic.
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From the ‘Chowdah Pie’ to the ‘Rhode Island,’ get ready for new takes on an old favorite: the clam pizza
Pizza Marvin in Providence and Nana’s Bakery & Pizza in Westerly have introduced pizzas featuring locally sourced fresh clams.
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🍳 Learn how to make this delicious Portuguese breakfast
Get tips from a pro on how to prepare a beloved breakfast: ovos com molho de tomate e cebola.
TRAVEL
Toasting New England terroir in all seasons
We confess that we used to consider New England wines as little more than novelties. Now we don’t mind having to drink our words.
PODCAST
Connecting with Portugal through food with cookbook author Maria Lawton
On the Rhode Island Report podcast, embracing Portuguese culture and making ovos com molho de tomate e cebola with the author of “Azorean Cooking” and host of “Maria’s Portuguese Table” on Rhode Island PBS.
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Looking to buy a restaurant? There’s a ton for sale in R.I.
Some of the listings include a seafood market and the wharf it sits on in Wickford, and an Italian restaurant with housing for its owner in Warren.