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Barrington: Custom built shingle style home situated on Nayatt Point overlooking the 4th green of RI Country Club. Fabulous master suite, fireplaced family room, media room, gourmet kitchen with high end appliances and granite counters, high ceilings, porch. $1,395,000
Barrington: Historic waterfront home with 120’ dock. Beautifully updated throughout, spacious chef’s kitchen, master suite with balcony, downstairs study/4th bedroom, new windows, four fireplaces, inground sprinklers, professionally landscaped. $879,000
Barrington: Charming colonial Revival-style within walking distance of town, bike path & harbor. Period details enhanced with modern conveniences: central air, 2-story family room addition, gourmet kitchen, master bedroom suite. A gem amidst the town’s historic homes! $885,000
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Contents Photography: (L) Mike Cevoli, (R) Rupert Whiteley
April 2014
Designer-inspired living on Aquidneck Island
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This Month 17 Creative Collaboration A look at mixed-use spaces throughout the Bay
Rise and shine with gourmet breakfast
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21 Live Well A Middletown couple customizes their dream home 22 Homestyle 24 Whole Body 25 Connoisseur 26 Shop Around
29 Taste A fresh look at DeWolf Tavern 30 Review 32 Connoisseur 33 News Bites 35 Rhody Bites
Every Month
37 Gallery Looking under the hood of a Tiverton artist 38 Calendar 41 Artistry
5 Editor’s Note/Letters 6 TheBayMagazine.com
11 The Buzz Celebrate 250 years with Brown University 12 On the Bay 15 Bay Views
42 Taste Test Easter is sweet, but you can get this bread year round
On the cover: Hope & Main, the state’s first food incubator, is opening soon. Photographed by Mike Cevoli.
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Back to the Future How often do you find yourself driving down the road, looking at a building that was once vibrant and useful, and now is in disrepair? You probably think to yourself, “what a shame. Somebody should do something with that place.” Well, in the East Bay, “somebody” got that memo. Our corner of the woods is thinking creatively about reusing historic spaces, and creating centers for innovation, more than anywhere else in the state. Our cover story this month
looks at four mixed-use properties on the forefront of local innovation. Read all about them – and then think creatively about how you might use some of that space yourself.
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SUMMER CAMP 2014 We offer traditional day camps, dozens of specialty camps and a resident camp. All are filled with adventure, excitement and new friends. Activities for all ages range from art and music to sports and water fun. To register or for more information, visit gpymca.org. Barrington Cranston Warwick Providence South County North Kingstown Seekonk, MA
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SUMMER CAMP DISCOVER • LEARN • EXPLORE Twelve Great Camps to Choose From
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The Buzz
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People and places on the bay
Brown’s East Bay Roots Brown’s Ladd Observatory a century ago and today
This year, Brown University is celebrating its semiquincentenary anniversary. (Say that three times fast.) In layman’s terms, that’s the school’s 250th birthday. While Brown has called Providence’s College Hill home since 1770, the school was actually founded in Newport, and held classes in Warren for its first 15 years of existence. Turn the page to read about how the East Bay is celebrating the milestone.
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Buzz on the bay from page 11
250 Years Wiser At a huge milestone, Brown University celebrates its East Bay roots The population of bustling Newport dwarfed that of Providence. The First Baptist Church in America was housed in a small meetinghouse, its landmark steeple not yet built. Independence from England was more than a decade away. Much of today’s Rhode Island did not yet exist in 1764. But that was the year the colony’s leaders met to establish its very first college, the school we know today as Brown University. Brown is celebrating its 250th anniversary this year, and part of that celebration is tracing the school’s roots to Warren and Newport. Of course, the Brown of 250 years ago looked just as different from today as the rest of Rhode Island. The school opened with a single student, growing to seven by its first commencement. They attended class
in Warren, not moving to Providence’s College Hill until 1770. Not even the name was the same – Rhode Island College became Brown University in 1804, in recognition of a much-needed donation. The university’s guiding principles, however, date back to the charter and its authors, administrators say. That charter is part of the archives of the Newport Historical Society (NHS). As part of the 250th celebration, Brown has granted NHS a $10,000 grant to document and interpret the school’s founding. The results will be available to the public as an exhibit and interpretive activities in 2015. For now, there’s a yearlong party happening in Providence to celebrate Brown’s semiquincentenary. Visit www.brown. edu to learn about it. –Emily Jones
A graduation ceremony from 1920s superimposed on one from today
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“It started out as kind of an adventure. It became a way of life.” Dr. Carl Sakovits, optometrist, has organized trips overseas for more than two decades. His goal is to help those who would be unlikely to receive sufficient medical care touches many lives. For years, he has organized a trip with NEVOSH (Northeast Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity), which expanded beyond vision care. In their latest trip to Panama in mid–January of this year, the NEVOSH team saw nearly 4,000 people, offering free vision care, hearing aids, dental and medical care. Although VOSH began with eye care, Dr. Sakovits has invited other professionals to join the team. “It’s all about doing what you can do, basically, and you can’t just stop at the eyes.” Volunteers pay their own travel and living expenses while overseas. Dr. Sakovits first became involved with a VOSH chapter from Maryland as an optometry student at the State University of New York in his junior year of college. Wanting to do something fun and out of the ordinary, he and two classmates decided to travel to Honduras and put their new skills to good use. He traveled again in his senior year of college, and helped found a VOSH student chapter at the school that is still active with NEVOSH today. After graduation, Dr. Sakovits set up a private practice in Bristol, where he has worked for 23 years. He continued his involvement with Maryland VOSH over the decades,
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becoming increasingly involved in the group he now leads. Around 1994, he renamed the chapter Northeast VOSH to better reflect the area it covers. VOSH international named Dr. Sakovits Humanitarian of the Year in 2013. “The last guy who got it was from Australia. All I can say is I’m hoping I can grow into it. It was an honor, it was huge, it was humbling.” NEVOSH has traveled to several different locations over the years, including El Salvador, Guatemala and Panama. The group has sometimes dealt with a lack of basic amenities, but the ability to make a difference overcame any lack of indoor plumbing or electricity. “In some cases, kids thought to be mentally challenged came out of a fog; they can see.” He says they have worked with people who have known others who have gone blind and fear for their own vision, and a simple pair of reading glasses brings their world back into focus. NEVOSH started out with a small team of just a few individuals, and now sends out between 50 to 70 volunteers each January. Over the years, they have given out 225 brand new wheelchairs. “I’ve seen young children come in, carried in a burlap bag or wheelbarrow and come out with a wheelchair.” Dr. Sakovits says a wheelchair often opens up the opportunity for a child to attend school. Occasionally, the team has been able to help arrange more extensive care, such as surgery.
Bristol’s Dr. Carl Skaovits volunteering his expertise overseas
“You just can’t imagine the cruel conditions some are suffering with, and we do everything in our power to help.” Want to help? Donations can be made through VOSH international at www.vosh.org; specify NEVOSH at the time of donation. All donations to the group go only for supplies and equipment to bring on site. Used eyeglasses in good condition are always welcome and can be donated to Bristol County Eye Care at the Bristol Medical Center. -Cindy VanSchalkwyk
Photo: (Top) Michael Cohea/Brown University
Through Volunteerism, a Bristol Doctor sees a Better World
Buzz on the bay the great, nearby escape Now that it’s safe to put the shovel and snowmelt into storage, fill up your gas tank and hit the road for a day trip. -Jeanette St. Pierre
you’re looking for...
a romp with friends
in the great outdoors?
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family fun
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By land?
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By sea?
yes no
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are you clumsy?
wet & wild?
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animal wild
Get a taste of summer at Coco Key’s indoor waterpark. cocokeyboston.com
Grab a very cold drink at Frost Ice Bar in Boston. frosticebar.com
tour the dunes of nantucket at Coskata-Coutue Wildlife Refuge for a four-wheeling escapade. thetrustees.org
have an encounter with a Beluga whale at Mystic Aquarium. mysticaquarium.com
wild
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twirl, sip and savor your way through the wine & Cheese trail of south Boston. masswinery.com
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relax Bali style in the experience room at Boston’s G20 Spa. g20spasalon.com share a pizza, pitcher and a lane at HIgh Rollers at foxwoods. highrollersfoxwoods.com
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Buzz Bay Views Animal lovers let the good times roll at the 7th annual Friends of the Bristol Animal Shelter Mardi Gras Ball on March 1 at Linden Place. The party raised money to support the good work of the shelter: helping animals in need to find their forever homes. www.friendsofthebristolanimalshelter.org Photography by: Judith Gardner
Bonnie Nolan, Rachel Holm
Wendy Davis, Michael Emma
Robin Constancia, Judith Paltrineri, Denise Sullinger
Warren Animal Control Officer Mike Briggs with wife Tammy
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3rd Annual
April 11th – 13th Shop local and enjoy daffodil
inspired goods, services, menu items, raffles, discounts & more!
Join us for
Storefront Decorating Contest! your vote decides the winner!
EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT @ 8:30
Childrens parade Kids bring daffodil
decorated bikes, trikes, scooters, wagons, baby carriages, etc. prizes will be awarded.
Dog Parade prizes and ribbons will be
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Jazz music, Family daffodil garden walk, kids crafts
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and more at blithewold. Visit blithewold.org for more information.
Look for the daffodils in windows of participating businesses SponSored by
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Lisa Raiola at Hope & Main with some of her future foodie tenants
The East Bay’s creative take on collaborative spaces by Bethany Vaccaro
Photography: Michael Cevoli
Blazing through the shaky business climate of the past several years is the fresh trend of mixed-use spaces. Refurbished buildings, shared spaces and collaborative efforts are taking center stage as the East Bay sets the trend in entrepreneurship and business development for the rest of the state. Here’s the scoop on a few up and coming mixed-use spaces and how they are helping the area thrive.
One SchOOl tO Feed them All
An old school in Warren becomes the state’s first food incubator One of the most hotly anticipated events this year is the upcoming June opening of Hope & Main in Warren, Rhode Island’s very first culinary business incubator. Currently under construction, the incubator will be housed in a refurbished 1915 schoolhouse on Main Street. The fully renovated space will allow local start-up food businesses access to commercial kitchens, production and storage spaces
and other amenities, while providing them with a vital community of entrepreneurial support and a wealth of business resources to help them succeed in the food industry. In 2009, Hope & Main founder Lisa Raiola was looking into starting her own food business. What she encountered was the enormous hurdles that face culinary businesses. To legally sell food, a business must be cooking out of a certified, code-compliant kitchen. To gain access to this type of space, as well as all of the other aspects that go into producing and marketing a successful food product, businesses are often looking at a six-figure start-up cost. Due to this, not only is there a high bar for entry into the culinary business, but a high failure rate as well. Looking for properties, Raiola had an epiphany. “I was standing in this beautiful old schoolhouse that had been shuttered for years,” she says. “I thought, I bet there are a lot of people like me. Maybe a lot of people can start businesses in this space.” And the idea for Hope & Main was born. After several years of negotiating and securing federal funding through a USDA Community Facilities Loan, Hope & Main is nearing completion. The space will feature three code-compliant, shared-use commercial kitchen spaces fully
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Development Block Grant from the federal government. The management team is already hosting a Food Startup Workshop Series, educating members and the general public on topics like legal basic for food startups and branding and marketing. Apply to be a part of Hope & Main or find a workshop to attend at their website www.makefoodyourbusiness.org.
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outfitted with state-of-the-art equipment, suitable for the needs of most startup bakers, caterers and specialty food product makers. One kitchen will be entirely gluten-free. There will be over 6,000square-feet of production space, including cold and dry storage. The building will also hold a demonstration kitchen and classroom for education and training on food and nutrition related topics and a 2,000-square-foot community room for events and seminars. The ample parking lot will soon host a Town Market, featuring products from the member companies as well as local artisans, farmers and fishermen. “We are really creating a community space that is all about local food, public health and the food economy, for all segments of the population,” says Raiola. “We have so much potential for food and agriculture in Rhode Island that is largely untapped because we haven’t had the infrastructure to support building a food economy here. That’s what Hope & Main is about: building that food economy and giving people access to it.” Another feature of Hope & Main is the business guidance and support it will provide its member companies. The space is able to incubate up to 50 businesses at a time, and these companies will not only enjoy access to the facilities but to a host of other resources to assist each startup in navigating through the complex terrain of running a food business. “When you’re getting started,” says Raiola, “you might not know how to package, how to price your products and how to market and distribute them. You might not know what kinds of licenses you need for the products you are making. This is the other part of the equation that food startups need.” This feature is tremendously appealing to the small businesses that have already joined Hope & Main. Barbara Link of Agraria Farms in Rehoboth is a small organic farmer specializing in unusual and
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heirloom varieties of fruit. Through her partnership with Hope & Main, she will take her products to the next level with recipe formulation and nutrition testing in order to be able to sell them wholesale. “I wouldn’t even know where to begin if I were doing this on my own,” she says. “What is amazing about Hope & Main is all of the business expertise they bring, the assistance with business planning, financial planning, branding and packaging, marketing and training in Department of Health processes. They have readily available resources to assist with all facets of bringing a product to market.” Due to supports like these, it’s been shown that businesses in incubators have an 80% better chance at success than those going at it on their own. Another incubee, Zared Goldfarb, seconds this. His company, Fox Point Pickling Co., hopes to become “Rhode Island’s pickle” by creating handcrafted, hand-packed pickled vegetables using local RI produce. “Hope & Main is allowing me to follow my dream by providing crucial resources along with education and guidance to help me as an entrepreneur. This is essential for my success given I have limited experience starting my own business,” he says. “In the short time that I have been involved with the program, I have already been able to learn from professional chefs, restaurateurs and other like-minded people who I normally wouldn’t have access to.” The anticipated length of incubation at Hope & Main is approximately three years. During this time, each startup will be guided in crafting their business and exit plan, growing to the point where they have the sales and contracts to be able to launch into their own space. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. There is also funding for low to modern income entrepreneurs who want to start their own food business available through a Community
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Tupelo Cove offers affordable flex space in Bristol When Angus and Joanna Davis of Bristol purchased the site for Tupelo Cove at 75 Tupelo Street in Bristol, it was a former lumberyard zoned for general business. They wanted to offer affordable spaces for local tradesmen, who were feeling the real-estate crunch with existing flex space in the East Bay being near 100% occupancy. Today, the site holds two brandnew 15,000 square foot buildings with a total of 20 units of 1,500 square feet each and offers efficient, professionally managed commercial and industrial spaces. Each unit features a generous 14x16 roll-up door, three parking spaces, lavatory, energy efficient gas heating, skylights and three-phase electrical service. “We are zoned for manufacturing uses,” explains Joanna Davis, “allowing many types of businesses and we are located in the state ‘Enterprise Zone,’ which offers tax advantages to our tenants. Our overarching goal is to help local businesses grow to support job growth in Bristol’s economy.” The new, state-of-theart constructions have made the space very appealing to tradesmen, particularly due to the extra large garage doors. The first building is 70% leased and the second will be completed this month. Current tenants include Kinder Industries, a leading marine canvas manufacturer, Preppy Pig BBQ, a catering company, and Crystal Clear Car Detailing. www.tupelocove.com
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property was purchased for $2.6 million by New Hampshire company Brady Sullivan Properties, which specializes in mill renovation projects. They have teamed up with Starr Development Partners of Massachusetts to form Tourister Mill LLC and have unveiled the tentative vision for the property. Developers are planning a combination of residential and commercial/retail spaces. Due to flood regulations, the historic brick building cannot have living spaces on the first floor. So it will house a mixture of indoor parking spaces and commercial and retail spaces, such as coffee shops, small restaurants, office space and a gym. Upstairs will be upscale, one - to - two bedroom apartments catering to young professionals, retirees and empty nesters. There are also plans to construct a third floor on top of the main building to add additional space. There will be additional parking spaces outdoors, as well as other features such as up to three acres of green space. The architects for Tourister Mill do not plan to alter the exterior look of the building significantly, to keep with the historic character of the town. After development is complete, Tourister Mill LLC plans to remain with the mill as property managers.
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A new kind of live/work space in Tiverton Johnston developer Carpionato Properties has unveiled their plans to construct a mixed-use space in Tiverton on a 66-acre site near the intersection of Routes 24 and 138. The plan includes a 100-room hotel, up to 150 apartments, 385,000 square feet of shops and restaurants and 172,000 square feet of office space. “There’s not a lot of shopping choices in Tiverton right now,” says Kelly Coates, senior vice president of leasing at Carpionato. “Most of our retail dollars leave the community, so what we have here is a way to capture those dollars. It will keep retail goers home in Tiverton and also invites other shoppers from outside the community.” The development is in the master planning stage right now and will be going before the Planning Board this spring, with construction slated to begin in 2015. The appeal of mixed-use developments comes from the village concept, a place where you can live, work and shop. “Office users have come to really like this concept,” says Coates. “You get all the benefits of a suburban office park and are able to leave your office for lunch and walk to four or five restaurants or go shopping.” The developers project the property to be a major tax-generating parcel for the town. “This will establish a secure revenue stream for the future, establish employment in the community, and it means you will stay in Tiverton to shop,” says Coates.
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Thoughtful design elements blend seamlessly into multifunctional spaces at the Grimms’ home
A Home To Grow “We were babies – we had no idea what we were doing,” laughs Stephanie Frazier Grimm as she recalls the home building adventure she and her husband Paul embarked on in 2001. Still in college, planning a wedding and building a house all at once: for many, the idea is overwhelming. At least one of the three challenges came to Stephanie. Founder of Couture Parties, Couture Wedding Design, the Newport Party Loft and The Confetti Foundation, Stephanie launched the first of her successful event planning companies following her own walk down the aisle. Turns out, the couple can plan houses well too. “It was a three month process. We picked out everything,” she says. After the couple purchased the lot 22
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in Middletown’s cheery Kesson Farms neighborhood located in the center of Aquidneck Island, they chose an open floor plan for the first floor as they knew entertaining would be a significant part of their lifestyle. Both Rhode Island natives, the couple has family throughout Newport and Middletown as well as in Providence. Fortunately, Stephanie admits, open floor plans were de rigueur by the time they broke ground. “We also wanted an indoor/outdoor space to entertain,” adds Stephanie, so a large deck to accommodate friends and family was priority. She and Paul made a few more changes to the standard home plan including expanding the size of the master bathroom and adding a bathroom at the end of the hallway of the second floor which boasts three
spacious bedrooms. After Stephanie sold her clothing and accessories line for babies and toddlers, Mama & Bambino, the couple designed an addition to the home for supplementary space – and just in time. The couple welcomed their first child, a son named Carter. To customize his bedroom, they had commissioned a wall mural with lines from the nursery rhyme, “Hey Diddle Diddle” complete with a cat with a fiddle and a whimsical dish running away with the spoon. Years later, the family welcomed a daughter, Ellie, who fittingly came home to a room fit for a princess. The great room, an oversized space that has particularly grown with the family, serves as playroom/guest bedroom hybrid, while downstairs,
the couple walled in an area to create a home office for Stephanie. The office is a companion to her studio in downtown Newport where she meets with engaged couples to create a wedding to remember and clients looking to fashion a stress-free, memorable party. The downtown studio’s second floor is home to the Newport Party Loft, which launched last year. “It’s a place for people to get ready before their wedding or small parties,” she explains. “I did this for my own clients but it’s blossomed for other brides.” The area is ideal for hair stylists and makeup artists to work their magic on a bevy of bridesmaids complete with steamers and clothing racks so that every detail is considered.
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Email grace@providenceonline.com to learn more The Grimms describe their taste as “very classic and very nautical.” In the living room, crisp hues of blue and white dominate with accessories boasting anchors and sea creatures to remind all who enter you’re in a home not far from the sea. Stephanie leaves the heavy lifting, like painting, to the pros, but she does love a project. On the to-do list is reupholstering her grandmother’s couch. Overall, the design scheme is executed through the little things. “I’m big into changing the accessories – pillows or a rug, lamps, but the furniture stays the same; the big pieces stay the same,” explains Stephanie. Some of her favorite haunts include stores like HomeGoods and Target,
but she also likes to think outside the box for an unexpected touch. “The curtains in living room are shower curtains and no one would ever know,” she says. “There’s a little trick of the trade!” Since her profession is making things beautiful, decorating, naturally, is her domain. “[Paul and I] collaborate on big things like countertops, the kitchen, floors; but he could care less,” she says about the details. “It’s ‘whatever you want.’” Since her husband’s family grew up summering in Newport, she said a nautically-influenced interior design wasn’t a hard sell. “He’s used to the whole ‘preppy navy blue blazer’ thing,” she says with a laugh. The children have had free reign to play interior designer in their respective
rooms. Sports is Carter’s theme, while Ellie, who inherited her older brother’s room and nursery rhyme mural, embraces color. “She wants to paint it turquoise,” says Stephanie. “She is like my mom. She loves bright colors. Her room is the ‘rainbow bright’ room.” Another bright spot is Stephanie’s latest project: The Confetti Foundation. When her best friend’s son was hospitalized over his birthday a few years ago, it saddened her to learn there wasn’t a way to mark the occasion, despite the challenging circumstances. “I was like, ‘oh no, I’m changing that.’ My wheels started turning,” she explains. After navigating the complicated challenges that come along with creating a 501(c)3 and sourcing funding, The Confetti Foundation
has created 124 party kits for more than 30 hospitals and counting for children who are in the hospital during their special day. The kits typically include themed plates, napkins, cups, straws, stickers, a “happy birthday” banner and décor. “All you have to do is add the cake,” Stephanie says. No matter what new venture awaits around the corner, it seems the Grimms will be ready as their home has long been a solid foundation. “It’s definitely grown with us,” she says. “We’ve been very happy.”
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ing, just a few weeks before the official start of spring. Although it still felt like the dead of winter, I was about to get a healthy dose of spring at Bristol’s New Leaf Hair Studio. I was heading to Foxwoods later that night with my BFFs to celebrate a birthday, so I strategically booked some pre-game pampering. The gray and gloomy skies all but disappeared as soon as I walked into the bright, sprawling salon. Michelle, my massage therapist that morning, greets me and walks me down to the Hideaway. Situated on the lower level, the Hideaway is a series of colorful and impeccably designed treatment rooms. Chandeliers, chevron rugs, and hot pink and lime green hues make for a whimsical yet trendsetting atmosphere. Add in a private room just perfect for brides, pedicure stations that look like they belong on a tropical island and a couple of Zenlike skin and body treatment rooms and I felt like I hit the gal time jackpot. Michelle leads me to a serene room and steps out for a minute so I can get under the sheets on the warm
bed. I’m there for the Ridiculously Relaxing Rubdown, a 90-minute massage that is expertly named. Michelle works wonders on my achy back and leaves me in tranquil bliss. Overly relaxed, I step back up to the upper floor of the salon for a blowout. My stylist Rachel asks me a few questions to determine the best style, and after describing my evening’s outfit we agree on a straight and sleek coif. The details are not only in the décor at New Leaf. Each hair service comes with a complimentary scalp massage and makeup touch-up. Another fun extra is Therapy, a microboutique that master stylist and salon owner Amy Coccio co-owns with stylist Courtney. Located in the front of the salon, the retail space reminds me that shopping is indeed the best retail, and in between treatments I sneak into the dressing room with a few items. Later, when I meet up with Amy, she explains that the extra touches are part of her plan. “We want you to feel special, to be wowed,” she tells me. With an emphasis on offering great services at affordable prices,
Amy points out that New Leaf is not a spa. “I prefer retreat,” she says, explaining that her 13-year-old salon is all about making each client feel comfortable. I, for one, was about to get cozy yet again: this time in Amanda’s chair for makeup. The salon sees upwards of 100 brides a year, and their cosmetic application area known as the Beauty Bar is large enough to fit a few ladies at a time. Amanda goes with a strong, smoky eye and light pink gloss on the lip. From head to rubbed-down toes, I’m casino ready. It’s noon, and the salon is now humming with women of all ages. “Our motto is ‘experience the difference,’” Amy tells me with a smile. From the refreshing and inviting atmosphere, to fun treatments like the Speedicure and The Best $20 You’ll Ever Blow, I’d double down on that motto.
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Behind the Frame
The fine art of displaying fine art Steve Mascena is the owner of Bristol Picture Frame Co. This fall the shop will celebrate its 35th year in business. Housed in the former Angelo’s Market, a grocery store his family ran for many years, Steve works alongside his wife Michelle who joined him shortly after their eldest of three children was born. Steve has his Masters of Fine Arts from the Rhode Island School of Design and has the distinction of being the first Fine Arts graduate of Providence College. With his children now grown, Steve, a drummer, has more time for his music and is currently performing with three bands, Ear Candy, Dagwood, Harriet Bradford and the One Night Stand.
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What is a rule of thumb for people who have an assortment of items to frame? The criteria starts with what is the wall space, what is the intent – is it for a decorating purpose or is it for the preservation of a piece of valuable artwork, and is there an emotional or obligatory intent to frame it? You need to be somewhat selective when it comes to framing or else you could find yourself framing everything you have. We try to help our customers weed out what to frame when they ask for our opinions. For example, you don’t need to frame every piece of your child’s artwork. We are big on suggesting photo albums. Here in your shop there are numerous frames and mats. How do you start the creative process with your customers when they come in with an object to frame? I generally start with the selection of the mat first and work outward to the frame. Usually I ask the customer if they have any thoughts or ideas on how they would like it framed. I take that into account, and try to show a few examples of different ways to approach the framing. I feel the customer is coming to us for our knowledge and input. Many times they will totally rely on us, but most people have some idea of what they like or don’t like. Though we might differ on a design element, there is a mutually pleasing solution. More than once I’ve said something to the effect, “you’re paying for it, when it leaves here you’ll be living with it, so if you want the polka dot mat go for it!”
Steve Mascena framing artwork at his Bristol shop
You mention wall space. How important is that to the selection of the frame? The placement of where the customer intends to hang the piece is crucial. If a customer can provide us with the measurements of the space or take a picture with their phone to show us, that is very helpful. Is the object going to be a focal point on a wall or hung with a group of other pictures? Is it going over a mantle? These answers will impact the size of the mat. Many times I have shown a three-inch mat with a molding corner sample and invariably the customer will say they don’t want the mat to “take away” from the artwork. That is the wrong way to think about framing. The correct mat width will enhance how the finished piece looks on the wall. What is the current trend of what people are framing? I see a lot of people my age bringing in items to which they have a sentimental attachment. Some examples are recipes that were hand written by a parent that they want to frame and place in their kitchen, or artwork created by a deceased loved one. Many baby boomers have stopped building their art collections and now it is about preserving memories. I’m seeing a resurgence of textile art such as hand-made lace made by a relative that is being framed to preserve and hand down to future generations.
What are some of the most challenging things to frame? In general it’s objects as opposed to paper-borne artwork. You have to come up with creative ways to mount things that will be long lasting yet reversible and also don’t do harm to the object. In the picture frame business gravity is not always your friend. In a museum or gallery setting many times objects are displayed on a pedestal under an acrylic box and there may be climate control and UV filtering on windows. In this business people usually want to have something put in a frame to hang on a wall in their home, so there are other factors we have to concern ourselves with. As an example I had a customer who wanted to frame a collection of autographed drumsticks from various musicians. Since these were collectable and important to the customer, we ended up mounting them on a fabric-covered board, securing them with minimally visible brass wire and placing them in a shadow box. Michelle bears the brunt of much of the labor intensive work which taxes her sewing skills. Sewing is much more time consuming than most people realize. Over the years, have you noticed changes in the customer’s approach to framing? Our customers are much more knowledgeable today thanks to the popularity of programs on HGTV or Antiques
Road Show and the many decorating publications. One of the companies we carry, Larson-Juhl, advertises in many of the so-called shelter magazines. Our customers want to tap into our expertise and our knowledge of the products we deal with. We can tell them that a frame might come in with more texture or color variation than is evident in the corner sample, or that a certain detail that only appears once in a corner sample might not look so good when it’s repeated all the way around the artwork in the completed frame. Is there one item that you framed during your 35 years that stands out? I think what stands out most to me is that we have a loyal cliental who have trusted us with some of their most valuable pieces of art and family memorabilia. Over the years I feel as if we have shared their hopes and their milestones from framing their educational degrees, or a piece of art for their first home to framing their children’s accomplishments. I feel privileged that my profession has allowed Michelle and me to be a part of the lives of our customers in such a meaningful way.
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A Barrington staple celebrates its ten year anniversary If you’ve been to Barrington as often as I have, or if you are just privy to the trendy boutiques that glitter the town’s main strip, you know that you can find a great pair of chinos, tunics and jewelry anywhere. But, what about home goods? Hollies on the Avenue has been a staple for everything from barware, vintage-inspired décor, nautical serving trays and utensils – you name it. Owner Holly Smith recently moved Hollies to a larger location and says of her products, “I never put anything in
my store that I would not personally buy myself,” says Holly. Hollies, which is soon to anticipate a ten year anniversary in September, also offers more than just home goods. Children’s gifts like cuddly bunnies and charming porcelain piggy banks are ideal for Easter, and musical GurglePots are a treat for the hostess in your family. There are must-have wares for the warmer months like Kiel James Patrick bracelets, Hatley cotton dresses and tops and Gretchen Scott tunics.
“I used to work in insurance and, although that world was good to me, I’m much happier here. This is truly what I love. I get customers who tell me how much they love gifts someone bought for them years ago. I’ve found what makes me happy.” 1. Cat Studio Block Island Pillow. $149. 2. Assorted jewelry $24-$60. 3. Mariposa and Rolf Glass nautical housewares. $12-$100. 4. Assorted earrings. $12-$36. 5. Ame & Lulu bags. Approx. $100.
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what Denys Eftekhar, owner of Cory Farms in Portsmouth, wants customers to experience upon visiting. From the thoughtful arrangement of home decor and unique gift ideas around every corner, to the vintage music playing in the background, it’s easy to drift off to a “happy place” there. Forever aspiring to have her own business, Denys initially began her career as a graphic designer in New York, then California, eventually being employed by Apple Computer. After moving to Rhode Island in 2001, she finally discovered the perfect place to open up shop - a Portsmouth farmhouse dating back to 1849. After one year of serious renovation, this historic site now consists of a beautifully restored farm house filled with products sourced locally, as well as flown in from Denys’s many trips abroad. She stays inspired by her drive to find “different, unique products” keeping Cory Farms as much as a destination as it is a store. Surrounding the farm house are several barns; two of which house a collection of antiques ranging from retro-era desks to higher end furniture. This oneof-a-kind shopping experience is therefore (and aptly) named Cory Farms, Past & Presents. Charming themes are abundant throughout the store. One section in particular is adorned with nautical accents from octopus coasters to lobster and anchor patterned pillows. On the opposite side, visitors will find a curated array of seasonal fixtures, accessories
for the perfect tablescape, serving ware, and kitchen essentials that would make even Martha Stewart jealous. Updated with each holiday and change of season, this is a great place to find a hostess gift such as adorably shaped asparagus candles, hand painted Easter eggs from Austria, and cake tiers appropriate for any springtime gathering. Indicative of Denys’s support of the local artistic community, products include jewelry by Noon Design (two RISD graduates), portraits of smiling donkeys by Westport artist Nancy Whitin, as well as themed pillows created on premises. They also host many items hand-selected at gift shows and antique fairs held in Denmark, England, France and Germany. Their next phase of business will be expanding their website to enable customers to order products and create bridal registries online. Upcoming events at Cory Farms include an “Easter & Welcome Spring” Open House on April 12, where attendees get the opportunity to browse the latest spring products on display, just in time before the Easter Holiday. Their annual “Antique Car Show” is taking place over Memorial Day Weekend. Visitors can admire the vintage wheels parked along the property, while enjoying open air shopping of items, both old and new. Whether searching for a thoughtful gift or simply stopping by on an afternoon drive, a pleasant experience awaits at Cory Farms.
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Eric Whipple, formerly of WhippleTree LLC, is now Lead Arborist for T.F. Morra Tree Care’s East Bay division. Eric is an ISA Certified Arborist, as well as a CTSP (Certified Treecare Safety Professional), and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to their team. East Bay and South Coast residents will continue to have one of New England’s most talented and dedicated arborists available to be on-site to care for their trees. The care and preservation of trees on your property should be a vital part of your home maintenance program. Tom Morra, owner of T.F. Morra Tree Care, has the expertise to make sure everything is healthy and thriving. “It’s a wise investment to have a certified arborist visit periodically to consult on your trees,” Tom explains. “Having us there regularly on the property may seem like an expense, but in the long run you’re increasing your property value as you are managing tree issues.” An assessment of your trees may lead to targeted services such as corrective pruning or weight reduction of heavy limbs, structural cabling of poorly attached limbs, or removal of invasive species. The result will be a vibrant garden for your enjoyment and improved aesthetics and value of of your property. Ignoring tree maintenance can often result in disease setting in, or poor structure developing that can become ‘beyond repair’ if gone unnoticed. Some homeowners also may not realize the value of certain trees in their yard. Some species, based on lifespan and characteristics can be valuable assets to retain, and Tom can help identify these for you. Late winter and early spring are excellent times to have T.F. Morra pay a visit: “The buds are starting to swell and we can really see what’s going on before things start to bloom,” Tom says. Winter moth and other insects continue to create damaging problems for trees. Tom offers a comprehensive Integrated Pest Management program that will ensure that everything remains healthy. Early April is an ideal time to set this up to be most effective. T.F. Morra Tree Care can handle any sized project, from large tree transplanting/removal to cabling/bracing to pruning and pest management. Tom and his team’s experience and knowledge will help you rest easy and enjoy your trees for years to come. Call Tom today and let T.F. Morra Tree Care be your arborists!
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Rise and Shine Smoked Salmon Naan Pizza
DeWolf Tavern’s reputation as a dinner destination speaks for itself – but did you know the restaurant also serves gourmet breakfast every day? Turn the page to read our review.
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Taste Eat
by Keith Andrade
Morning Glory A taste of DeWolf Tavern’s early offerings
Steak and Egg Naan Sandwich
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preparation for this article I noticed something I hadn’t noticed before – breakfast. Not Sunday brunch – breakfast. As in 7am to 12pm every day. First-class dining at 7am without having to wait for Mother’s Day? This chef understands accessibility. I visited on a Friday morning and immediately saw a sign directing patrons upstairs for continental breakfast. Continental breakfast? I didn’t wake up early and drive here for a muffin. A hostess appeared and explained that the continental breakfast was for guests of the next-door Bristol Harbor Inn. Aha! I was seated and presented with a menu. A small asterisk for the breakfast experience. Upon opening the menu, you’ll see that the left-hand page has fairly standard breakfast fare – eggs, home fries, buttermilk pancakes, sweet bread French toast. Of course, it’s DeWolf Tavern, so “standard” is a bit unfair – you can have your omelet stuffed with lobster, caviar, shrimp or sopressata. The right-hand page is where things get really mouthwatering. These are the “House Specialties” and include Paprika-smoked Chicken Benedict, Smoked Salmon Naan Pizza ($10), Roasted Cauliflower and Spinach Baked Eggs and Lobster Baked Eggs ($14), among others. The asterisk is that the left-hand menu is available every day, but the House Specialties are only available on
Paprika-smoked Chicken Benedict with hollandaise and poblano corn bread
Saturday and Sunday. It was Friday – curses! However, the dining gods, obviously trying to win back my good graces, waved their magic wand. My server informed me that the kitchen had just made a batch of hollandaise sauce, so most of the weekend menu would be available. Taking advantage of this good fortune, I ordered the Smoked Salmon Benedict ($9) - two poached eggs and smoked salmon on an English muffin, topped with grated coconut and horseradish hollandaise. The dish is accompanied by a vegetable fougath – chopped snow peas and coconut sautéed in hash butter – and I ordered a side of home fries, which are made with peppers, onions, garlic, chili, ginger, curry leaf and a coating of ginger ketchup. The Benedict was excellent, with the crunchy snow peas and soft eggs making for an interesting textural experience. Also, the freshness of the food and “just-right” portion size energized me to start my day, without the bogged-down feeling that larger, greasier breakfasts can sometimes induce. Since I was dining alone and didn’t have enough “material,” I had no choice but to return on Sunday. On this go-around, I went with the Steak and Egg Naan Sandwich – fried eggs, shaved steak, Swiss cheese,
caramelized onion and horseradish sauce wrapped in fresh naan (leavened, oven-baked flat bread). The sandwich was good; however, if you’re Portuguese and/or have eaten your fair share of Bife a Casa like me, you can’t bite into a steak and egg sandwich without expecting a tsunami of garlic and red pepper. Of course, this sandwich didn’t have that – it wasn’t supposed to – but for me, it was distracting to have my taste buds waiting for a flavor pop that never came. The sandwich was accompanied by house made chips, a common side to DeWolf dishes that are perfect every time. For those in search of a lighter, or quicker, breakfast, DeWolf also makes their own pastries. I haven’t sampled any yet, but it’s on my radar the next time I’m downtown and need something to go. It’s not often that such a fine restaurant caters to all the day parts. Now if they would only deliver, I might just forget New York City altogether…
DeWolf Tavern 259 Thames Street Bristol 401-254-2005 www.DeWolfTavern.com
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I love living in Bristol, but this town really got to me one night. I was driving home from work on a Tuesday at around 9pm, absolutely starving for dinner. It was cold, I was tired and I needed comfort food and an adult beverage. I didn’t have a particular place in mind, but I detoured to downtown where the dining options are plentiful. Or so I thought. Three times I walked into restaurants and three times I was sadly informed that the kitchen had just closed. Dejected, frustrated and stomach grumbling, I reluctantly headed to Metacom Avenue where I knew I could get a fix of fast food. Along the way, I wistfully recalled leaving my life in New York City. My parents thought I was crazy – why would I quit a job and move back home to the state with the highest unemployment in the country? They were right – I was crazy. Why would I leave a city where I could eat anything, anytime and move to a place where dinner service stops at nine? Fortunately, my pessimism was short-lived thanks to DeWolf Tavern. It’s one of the East Bay’s true dining gems with accolades from the James Beard Foundation, Boston magazine and my girlfriend – a strict vegetarian who has it near the top of her very short “approved” list. I’ve had several memorable meals at DeWolf, and as I skimmed the online menu in
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Specialty Treats Bakery options for the allergy-restricted diner Eva Ruth Flynn owns and bakes for her food allergy–friendly bakery, Eva Ruth’s Specialty Bakery. As someone who has Celiac disease and is very aware of other people’s food allergies, she has created a space where even the most sensitive individuals can find many options, both savory and sweet. Is everything gluten- and wheat-free in your bakery? We are a dedicated wheat-free and gluten-free bakery. We also have other items for those that are allergic to soy, casein, milk, dairy and eggs as well. We try to cater to all allergy sensitivities.
even know it’s gluten-free – it’s amazing. It’s big for Thanksgiving, but people forget that stuffing is great year round. We also have a pizza crust that is unbelievable. We have dinner rolls, hamburger rolls and even piecrust shells. And we have plenty of pies as well. Easter is coming up. Are you planning on making anything special? We have an Easter menu that will be available. We will have Easter cakes, Coconut Cream Pie, Lemon Meringue Pie, Chocolate Mousse Pie, LemonRaspberry Coconut Cake and specialized cupcakes for the holiday.
I love chocolate chip cookies. What ingredients do you substitute to maintain the integrity of the flavor? We have two different chocolate chip cookies, a vegan and a gluten-free chocolate chip cookie. To make it dairy-free, we substitute a different butter or oil in place of butter, and sometimes we substitute coconut milk for milk. We use a combination of rice, potato and tapioca flour as a substitution for regular flour.
Tell me about your juice bar. I juice all the time, for the customers and for myself. Everything is organic; we have veggie juices and fruit juices. Those who are not used to juicing, I recommend a fruit juice like OAR (orange, apple, raspberry) versus a veggie juice because some people are not used to a beet in their juice, which is actually very sweet.
As someone with Celiac disease, what are some ready-made items you make that folks can bring home? We always have breadcrumbs and croutons available. There is also a stovetop stuffing mix that you can use for a pork or ham roast. You won’t
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Heavenly bites of tradition are around the corner
When we think Easter, we think chocolate bunnies, and far be it from me to deny you the satisfaction of lopping one of their ears off with your incisors, as I’ll be at it too. Instead, I’m arguing for a more complete observance. Easter has more to offer than just bunnies, and Rhode Island knows how to bake it. Touring the Portuguese-American, Italian-American and full melted American bakeries of the East Bay for Easter is to travel across the old world in an hour, fat and happy. We begin this tour in Italy, at Vienna Bakery (110 Maple Avenue, Barrington. 401-245-2355, www.viennabakeryri.com) and Scialo’s Bakery (202 Willett Avenue, Riverside. 401-437-1555). While both offer all the more standard pastels you would expect of Easter, in the form of bunnies, eggs, checkerboard cake and cupcakes, traditional Italian fare is where you’ll find something more unique. Around Easter unsurprisingly, we find Easter pie, a rice and ricotta pie, with or without pineapple. This is the sort of dish that everyone swears their nonna makes best, and can vary from savory to quite sweet. Our local takes tend toward the sweeter side. We leave Italy for Portugal, by way of East Providence. Rhode Island’s Portuguese-speaking (including Azorean and mainland Portugal) heritage is writ large on its bakeries. There are more than can be named in one article, but Taunton Avenue Bakery (208 Taunton Avenue, East Providence. 401-401-434-3450, www. tauntonavenuebakery.com) and Morning Star Bakery (1106 South Broadway, East Providence. 401-434-1970) are great representatives, with many local regulars, portugueses e brasileiros. For these Portuguese bakeries, Easter can be the busiest week of the year. The reason is folar de pascoa, their Easter sweet bread. Sweet Bread is a Portuguese mainstay, but for Easter, as with its Italian equivalent, hard-boiled eggs are braided into its crown. Custom orders start pouring in leading up to the Easter season, as the tradition is to order
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bread with an egg for each member of the family. While not for specifically for Easter, you’d be foolish to miss out on the range of different pasteis on offer. These beautiful, and very affordable little pastries range from egg custards to bean-based and almond-based cakes; if you can point at it in a glass case, you’ll be glad to eat it. Lastly, we have those free agents, the melted part of the melting pot, making a nod to other Easter traditions from the old world. Just once a year before Easter, Olga’s Cup & Saucer (103 Point Street, Providence. 401831-6666, www.olgascupandsaucer. blogspot.com), who sell at the Aquidneck and Coastal Growers Market make columba de pasqua, or “Easter Dove,” a dove-shaped traditional Italian Easter bread that’s somewhere on the way from Panettone to cake, with candied orange and topped with almonds. Seven Stars on the other hand is the only place I could find on the Bay that represents my Easter tradition: the hot cross bun. No, it’s not just a song: it’s a lightly glazed English sweet bun made for Good Friday, with raisins, peel and a striking white cross on top, which Seven Stars does with icing. Regardless of preference, there’s something for everyone in these traditional Easter favorites as well
as everything else you’ll encounter at these local bakeries. Even if you aren’t observant, you might find a bit of heaven in a bite of pastry. All are welcome; the only heretics are the gluten-free. Live Music at Bluewater Bar & Grille Bluewater Bar & Grille is featuring live music on Saturday nights starting at 9pm. A special $7 bar menu accompanies this music as well as their regular menu and raw bar. A variety of different musicians perform, including some local favorites like Colby James. Visit them online for the lineup and more details. 32 Barton Avenue, Barrington. 401-247-0017, www.bluewatergrillri.com.
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2 Pauls’ City Grille At 2 Pauls’ City Grille, Chef Paul Shire is focused on providing a comfortable atmosphere where you can enjoy hearty comfort food at a fair price. It’s honest and unpretentious food in a place where everyone can feel welcome. The menu is all your favorites, done better than most. It’s classic American comfort food, with a little bit of local flare for good measure. Standout dishes include the 2 Pauls’ Calamari, Shrimp Mozambique, Franks
and Beans with saugys and Chef Shire’s signature Meat Loaf. The Sunday brunch menu is just as rich with down-home favorites: buttermilk pancakes, Portuguese sweet bread French toast, 2 Pauls’ Benedict and a selection of omelets. If you’re looking for a casual place to enjoy a hearty meal with friends or family, a place that feels familiar even if it’s your first time, head to 2 Pauls’ City Grille.
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10 Prime Steak & Sushi Gourmet steaks and sushi. 55 Pine St., Providence, 4532333. LD $$$
Bon Asian Bistro Sushi and hibachi, stylish bar scene. 1386 Atwood Ave., Johnston, 270-0777. LD $$
Chapel Grille Gourmet food overlooking the Providence skyline. 100 Chapel View Blvd., Cranston, 944-4900. BrLD $$$
Flatbread Company Artisanal pizza, local ingredients. 161 Cushing St., Providence, 273-2737. LD $-$$
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Breachway Grill Classic New England fare, plus NY-style pizza. 1 Charlestown Beach Rd., Charlestown, 213-6615. LD $$
DeWolf Tavern Gourmet American/ Indian fusion. 259 Thames St., Bristol, 254-2005. BLD $$-$$$
Giros Hometown Grille Pub-style food, friendly service. 501 High St., Peace Dale, 887-752-0794. BrLD $-$$
Arturo Joe’s Italian food close to the beaches. 140 Point Judith Rd., Narragansett, 789-3230. LD $$
Caprice Restaurant & Bar Upscale Italian, romantic atmosphere. 455 Main St., East Greenwich, 398-2900. D $$-$$$
Dragon Palace Fresh sushi and Asian cuisine. 733 Kingstown Rd., Wakefield, 789-2308. LD $-$$
Gourmet Heaven Deli, salad bar and prepared foods. 173 Weybosset St., Providence, 536-9000. BLD $
Aspire Seasonal Kitchen Contemporary New England fare. 311 Westminster St., Providence, 521-3333. BBrLD $$-$$
Casa Della Luce American/Italian bistro and gourmet pizzeria. 105 Franklin St., Westerly, 637-4575. LD $$
Eleven Forty Nine City sophistication in the suburbs. 1149 Division St., Warwick, 884-1149. LD $$$
Guytanno’s Cafe Inspired international cuisine. 62 Franklin St., Westerly, 3846221. LD $$
Besos Kitchen & Cocktails Tapas and eclectic cuisine and cocktails. 378 Main St., East Greenwich, 398-8855. BrLD $$$
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 Highway, Lincoln, 333-0366. LD $$
Hanley’s Ale House Full service pub, great fun. 52 Pine St., Providence, 8610001. LD $-$$
Black Bass Grille Classic seafood, historic waterfront setting. 3 Water St., South Dartmouth, 508-999-6975. 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 $$
Harry’s Bar & Burger Creative sliders and cocktails. 121 N Main St., Providence, 228-7437. LD $-$$
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Kartabar Mediterranean-style cuisine, chic setting. 284 Thayer St., Providence, 331-8111. LD $-$$
Oceanside at the Pier New England fare overlooking the Atlantic. 1 Beach St., Narragansett, 792-3999. BrLD $$
Seasons Fine dining at the Ocean House. 1 Bluff Ave., Westerly, 5847000. BLD $$$
The Sea Goose Seafood with New England and Southern flair. 265 Post Rd., Westerly, 315-0788. LD $$-$$$
Kon Asian Bistro Sushi and hibachi, stylish bar scene. 553 Main St., East Greenwich, 886-9200. LD $$
Paragon & Viva Contemporary dining and nightlife. 234 Thayer St., Providence, 331-6200. BrLD $-$$
Siena Impeccable Italian cuisine. Locations in Providence, East Greenwich, Smithfield. sienari.com D $$-$$$
The Twisted Vine Romantic wine bar with tapas and full meals. 3 Canal St., Westerly, 596-4600. D $$
Luxe Burger Bar Build your own creative burger. 5 Memorial Blvd., Providence, 621-5893. LD $
Pavilion Steakhouse & Banquets Grand, banquet-hall style dining. 15A Frontier Road, Hopkinton, 377-9900. BrLD $$$
Sweet Cakes Coffee shop and gourmet bakery. 1227 Kingstown Rd., Peace Dale, 789-5420. BL $
UMelt Fun twists on grilled cheese. Providence and Kingston, 383-6732. LD $
Mariner Grille Creative seafood, pub atmosphere. 140 Point Judith Rd., Narragansett, 284, 3282. LD $$
Public Kitchen & Bar American food with changing daily inspirations. 120 Francis St., Providence, 919-5050. BrLD $-$$
T’s Restaurant Plentiful breakfast and lunch. Locations in Cranston, East Greenwich, Narragansett, 946-5900. BL $
Vetrano’s Ristorante & Pizzeria Italian cooking like grandma made. 130 Granite St., Westerly, 348-5050. LD $$
Meeting Street Cafe Huge sandwiches and cookies. 220 Meeting St., Providence, 273-1066. BLD $
Rasa Authentic and contemporary Indian. 149 Main St., East Greenwich, 398-2822. LD $$
Tara’s Tipperary Tavern Oceanside Irish-American pub fare. 907 Matunuck Beach Rd., Matunuck, 284-1901. BLD $
Vittoria’s NY Pizza Best pizza north of Manhattan. 224 Post Rd., Westerly, 322-1901. LD $-$$
Mews Tavern Family dining, with a whiskey bar. 456 Main St., Wakefield, 783-9370. LD $-$$
Rasoi Vegetarian-friendly Indian cuisine. 727 East Ave., Pawtucket, 7285500. LD $$
Tavern by the Sea Waterfront European/American bistro. 16 W Main St., Wickford, 294-5771. LD $$
Waterman Grille Riverfront New American dining. 4 Richmond Sq., Providence, 521-9229. BLD $$$
Mill’s Tavern Historic setting for New American gourmet. 101 N Main St., Providence, 272-3331. D $$$
Red Stripe Casual French-American bistro. 465 Angell St., Providence, 4376950. BrLD $$
The Dorrance Fine dining with exquisite cocktails. 60 Dorrance Street, Providence, 521-6000. D $$$
Whiskey Republic Delicious dockside pub fare. 515 South Water St., Providence, 588-5158. LD $-$$
Nami Fun, stylish sushi and hibachi. 198 Atwells Ave., Providence, 383-6559. LD $$$
Rick’s Roadhouse House-smoked barbecue. 370 Richmond St., Providence, 272-7675. LD $-$$
The Malted Barley Gourmet pretzels and craft brews. 42 High St., Westerly, 315-2184. $
XO Cafe Creative cocktails and New American fare. 125 N Main St., Providence, 273-9090. BrD $$
Oak St. B&B Delicious, inventive burgers and breakfast. 87 Oak St., Westerly, 315-2520. BLD $
Rue De L’Espoir American cooking with French soul. 99 Hope St., Providence, 751-8890. BBrLD $$
The Restaurant at Weekapaug Inn Quintessential New England fare. 25 Spray Rock Rd., Westerly, 322-0301. BLD $$$
Zooma Trattoria Fresh Italian using house-made pasta. 245 Atwells Ave., Providence, 383-2002. LD $$
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Waterman Grille Nestled in one of the most beautiful waterfront locations in the city. Waterman Grille offers unparalleled views to pair with its unique and refined take on comfort food. The menu marries the quality of fine dining with the relaxed, welcoming atmosphere of a more casual eatery. Waterman Grille specializes in wood fire grilling, offering an extensive selection of small plates and entrees, carefully sourced with local,
seasonal ingredients. The grand water views present the perfect backdrop for a leisurely brunch, and Waterman Grille offers one of the best every Saturday and Sunday. The downstairs Riverview Room offers a sweeping view of the river for your private event, including weddings, parties and formal functions for up to 100 people. Or dine out on the covered patio for one of the city’s best al fresco experiences
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Keep up the tradition of an Easter Egg Hunt with the Audubon Society on April 12
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Hidden Easter Treats 1.
April 12: Offer your little cherub a fun alternative to the traditional plastic Easter Egg Hunt. Audubon presents a Camouflaged Egg Hunt where children ages 3-10 can hunt for brown eggs in a natural setting. Challenge your offspring as they discover how well the eggs camouflage with the earth. Prizes will be awarded to all children with grand prizes given to those who find the golden eggs. Please bring a basket. Advanced registration is required and the event will be held rain or shine. $5 member; $7 non-member. 9:30am check-in; 10am start. Audubon Environmental Education Center, 1401 Hope Street, Bristol. 401-245-7500, www.asri.org.
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April 26: The Harvard Krokodiloes are an all male, tuxedo-clad, a cappella singing group. Catch The Kroks at St. Michael’s Church for a performance of popular music with choreography and wit. Dinner/concert packages are available. $20; $15 seniors; $10 students. 399 Hope Street, Bristol. 401-253-7177, www.ccsatsm.org.
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April 21-27: Save the Bay offers a wonderful Seal Watch and Lighthouse Tour. On this two-hour cruise you’ll visit and tour Rose Island Lighthouse and look for the last of the winter seals. $42 adult; $32 member/senior/child 3-12; $7 child under 3. 1-3pm. 401-203-7325, www.savebay.org.
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April 11-13, 23 & 25-26: The RWU Theatre Department presents Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, the hilarious and satirical Wild West musical that depicts our seventh president as an emo rocker. $10 general; $5 students and seniors. 7:30pm Wed-Sat; 2pm Sun. 1Old Ferry Road, Bristol. 401-254-3626, pdq. rwu.edu/events.
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April 26: Meet award-winning artist and author John Rocco this month at Barrington Books during a special Book Signing Event. The Barrington native will sign his middle grade novel Swim That Rock, which is set along Narragansett Bay. Free. 11am-1pm. 184 County Road, Barrington. 401-2457925, www.barringtonbooks.com.
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April 1-13: UpStage at 2nd Story Theatre this month it’s Le Dindon or The Dupe by Georges Feydeau. This masterpiece is filled with laughter, love and mistaken identities. $20-$25. 2:30 & 7:30pm show times. 28 Market Street, Warren. 401247-4200, www.2ndstorytheatre.com. April 1-29: Each Tuesday, the public is invited to Roger Williams University for Zen Meditation at the Intercultural Center Prayer Room. Sit, relax and find your true way. Mats and cushions will be provided. 3-4pm. 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol. 401-254-3121, pdq.rwu.edu/events April 1-29: Are you smarter than a fifth grader? Great! Head to Wally’s Tap House every Tuesday night for Stump! Trivia to prove it. Winning teams go home with prizes so be sure to bring your smartest friends. 8pm. 13 Crandall Road, Tiverton. 401-624-1212, www. stumptrivia.com. April 2-16, 28, 30: The Tiverton Library is the place to be for little ones who love a good story! Don’t miss the weekly Preschool Storytime with Ms. Janet. The action happens every Tuesday afternoon. Registration required. Ages 3-5. Free. 1:30pm. 238 Highland Road, Tiverton. 401-6256796, www.tivertonlibrary.org. April 3-12: Feeling artsy? Visit the Imago Gallery for an exhibition by featured member Mary Dondero with guest artists Paul Clancy and Ellen Ferrin. Thursday 4-8pm; Friday & Saturday noon-8pm. 36 Market Street, Warren. 401-245-3348, www.imagofoundation4art.org. April 3-24: Every Thursday morning, Barrington Books
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April 11: The Barn at historic Mt. Hope Farm will host Stompin’ for Strings, a traditional New England Barn Dance Fundraiser for the Community String Project. Expect live music, dance instruction, appetizers, desserts and raffle. $40. 7-10pm. 401-500-1243, www.communitystringproject.org.
April 5-26: Just because it’s winter doesn’t mean you can’t shop fresh. Check out the Mount Hope Farmers Market, which is open every Saturday year round with local growers, artisans, live music and kid-friendly programming. Free. 9am-1pm. 250 Metacom Avenue, Bristol. 401-254-1745, www. mounthopefarm.org.
253-0390, www.lindenplace.org. April 17: The Jamestown Arts Center and the Rhode Island International Film Festival present the next in their Thursday film series: Shorts on Unique Worlds. Relax in the center’s brand new comfortable chairs and settle in for the evening. $10 donation. 7pm. 18 Valley Street, Jamestown. 401-5600979, www.jamestownartcenter.org.
April 8-25: Feel like royalty by stopping by Blithewold Mansion Tuesday through Friday for an Afternoon Tea. The informal event includes custom-blended tea served with tea sandwiches, mini pastries and scones. Reservations are required. $6-$26. 1pm or 3pm. 101 Ferry Road, Bristol. 401-253-2707, www.blithewold.org.
April 18-30: DownStage at 2nd Story Theatre this month it’s Sylvia by A.R. Gurney. This romantic comedy is about a marriage and a dog. $20$30. 3, 7 & 8pm show times. 28 Market Street, Warren. 401-247-4200, www.2ndstorytheatre.com.
April 12: The weather is warming and Linden Place’s Tales of the Slave Trade Walking Tour is back. The guided tour begins at Linden Place and continues through the center of town and down to the waterfront on Thames, ending at the DeWolf Tavern for questions and cocktails. $15-$20. 10am. 500 Hope Street, Bristol. 401-
April 19: Hop on down to Newport for the 25th Annual Easter Egg Hunt and Brunch at the Rosecliff Mansion. More than 1,000 plastic eggs will be scattered on the lawn and prizes will be awarded to children who find certain eggs. Reservations required. $50 adults; $30 child 6-12; $25 child 3-5; $10 child 2 and under. 548
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April 1: All are welcome to the Tuesday Night Open Mic at Sandywoods Farm. It doesn’t matter whether you play an instrument, sing, read poetry or do spoken word, there’s an audience waiting for whatever talent you bring. Free. 7-10pm. 43 Muse Way, Tiverton. 401-241-7349, www.sandywoodsfarm.org.
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April 19: Attention girls ages 8 and up: come learn all about sharks at Investigating the Teeth and Senses of a Shark. Hosted by Audubon and the Atlantic White Shark Conservatory, this program includes experimental learning stations and fun activites. Registration required. Free. 10:30-11:30am. 1401 Hope Street, Bristol. 401-245-7500, www.asri.org.
April 24: As part of the New Bedford Whaling Museum’s 24th Annual Sailors’ Series Natasha Khandekar will present an overview of the collection of maritime paintings of 1992 America’s Cup Winner William I. Koch. $15 members; $20 non-members. 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford. 508-997-0046 x100, www.whalingmuseum.org/programs/sailors-series.
April 21-25: Get your kids out of the house during April vacation week with Become a Nature Explorer! This weeklong voyage will include both outdoor nature expeditions and indoor nature programs. Come early for nature crafts and a story. Ages 6 and up. Free with admission. 10am-3pm. 1401 Hope Street, Bristol. 401-245-7500, www.asri.org.
April 26: Join Friends of Ballard Park for an Earth Day Clean Up and Tour. Help rid the park of rubbish and debris and then reward your hard work with a free tour of Ballard. 9am clean up; 11am tour. 226 Bellevue Park, Newport. 401-619-3377, www.ballardpark.org.
April 23: Coggeshall Farm welcomes adults and children ages to April School Vacation Breakfast in the Barnyard. Spend the morning hunting for eggs, milking the cow, brushing the horse and discovering how johnnycakes were made in the 18th Century hearth. $5-$10. 9am. 1
April 26: Try out a six-week bird watching class. Birding 101 provides a basic understanding of bird biology as well as visual and ear identification techniques. Class is limited to 15 adults and runs every Saturday through May 31. Registration required. $60 member; $72 non-member. 9:30-11:30am. 1401 Hope Street, Bristol. 401-245-7500, www.asri.org.
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Taste Test
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This soft and chewy loaf from Continental Bakery reminded one of our staff members of brioche. With a nice hint of yeast and vanilla that was more dessert than breakfast, we loved this one toasted with a touch of butter. 198 Pinehurst Avenue, Seekonk. 508-672-8521.
With this large loaf from Amaral’s Bakery we cut off wedges and dug into the light, airy and slightly lemony pieces. It was not overly sweet, and the crust was nice and chewy. In our opinion, there was no toasting needed for this sweet treat. 241 Globe Street, Fall River. 508-674-8988, www.amaralsbakery.com.
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This knotted bread from Taunton Avenue Bakery is perfect for those on the go. There was more of a soft crust to loaf ratio as well as it being easy (and fun) to pull apart. It was lightly lemony, more eggy and perfectly doughy. 208 Taunton Avenue, East Providence. 401-434-3450, www.tauntonavenuebakery.com.
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