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Everything you knead to know about the art of the perfect pizza dough
Photography by (Clockwise from Top L) Stacey Doyle, Grace Lentini, Blink of an Eye Photography
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This Month
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10 Online Exclusives
Meet the funny people of Rhode Island’s improv comedy troupes
25 Pizza Party
South County is in the middle of a pizza Renaissance, people, so grab a slice of ‘za and ride the wave
Chic Block Island living
11 Editor’s Note/Letters 13 So Happening
Finding the mental benefits of a polar plunge 14 So & So 16 Social Network
35 So Stylish
Life with an ocean view 36 Life/Style 39 What’s In Store 40 Tastemaker
45 So Delicious Grab a seat at Chair 5 in Narragansett 46 Review 49 Foodie Journal 51 Tastemaker 53 Dining Guide
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Your guide to South County life in February 58 Calendar
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Who Are you lAughing At? Get your funny bone tickled by these local improv troupes by Barbara Pomerleau
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A Belly Full of Laughs The first Saturday of each month, Improv Jones takes the stage at AS220, performing their unique, signature brand of comedy along with a rotating complement of special guests. Counting themselves amongst the longest running troupes in the country, Improv Jones was founded by Mauro Hantman in 1992, and consistently attracts some of the most experienced players
in the local theater scene to their ranks, drawing their performers from such venerable institutions as Trinity Rep, The Gamm Theater and The Wilbury Group. In addition to their monthly shows, they are also the organizers of the Providence Improv Fest, a weekend-long event, now in its 13th year, that hosts over 40 local and outof-town groups in two separate event spaces in September. $5. First Saturday of the month. 10pm. AS220 Black Box, 95 Empire Street, Providence. www.ImprovJones.com.
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The Providence Improv Guild is exactly what it sounds like: a collaboration of various smaller independent acts, coming together to build, promote and share ideas within the improv community. From its humble beginnings as a means for struggling troupes to grow their respective audiences by offering a common space and schedule, the P.I.G. (as they are called) has over the years become a driving force in not only growing awareness of improv as an art form, but also as a training
ground for the next generation, offering classes and workshops to the public throughout the year. Most shows utilize the long-form format of improvisation (meaning they continually build on one central idea throughout the program), but also offer both a short-form performance (multiple independent skits), as well as an entirely musical performance, where songs and lyrics are made up on the spot, once a month. Check their website for the current schedule. $5. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. 8pm. Southside Cultural Center, 393 Broad Street, Providence. www. ImprovPig.com
It’s All Fun and Games Billing themselves as “Good for ages 2 to 92,” Friday Night Live is a familyfriendly alternative for those with little ones for whom the late night shows may be a little too risqué (or would go right over their heads). The evening starts with a series of games, similar to the popular TV show Whose Line is it, Anyway?, and is followed by a musical component, accompanied by either Bertrand Laurence on guitar, or Keith Munslow on keyboard. Hosted
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Providence is a great city for many reasons, but more often than not, easy-to-find parking isn’t one of them. Save yourself some aggravation and head down to Warwick for Bring Your Own Improv (BYOI), fresh off of their eighth season at the Warwick Museum of Art. Grab a spot in the spacious lot behind the building and head into this small, intimate venue for one of two shows offered every Friday night. BYOI offers a family-friendly show at 7pm, followed by a PG-13 late show at 9pm. At the beginning of each performance, audience participants’ names are entered into a drawing to be the “Featured Audience Member;” the lucky winner gets to answer a list of questions that form the basis of the entire show. Check out their blog afterwards for a recap and enjoy your 15 minutes of fame! $8 adults/$4 seniors, military, students, children under 12. Fridays. 7pm and 9pm. Warwick Museum of Art, 3259 Post Road, Warwick. www.BringYourOwnImprov.com
Indulge, Imbibe and Improvise Island dwellers, never fear, you can get your fill of laughs without ever having to cross a bridge. The Bit Players have been entertaining Newport since 2007 with their short-form improvisation and a BYOB policy that can make for some raucous crowds and, shall we say, interesting suggestions. A
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favorite for bachelor parties, birthdays and girls’ night out, the Players are more than happy to make the celebrants the focus of the show if you let them know beforehand. All-ages performances are also offered occasionally on school vacations and holidays, so the whole family can get in on the fun, and the Players can be booked for private or corporate events, too. They even provide complimentary soft drinks and coffee, as well as ice, cups and whatever else you might have forgotten to pick up at the liquor store on the way over. $15. Fridays 8pm; Saturdays 8pm and 10pm. Firehouse Theater, 4 Equality Park Place, Newport. www.BitPlayers.net.
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A Side-Splitting Duo In South County, get your giggle on with the Contemporary Theater Company’s (CTC) double whammy of improv offerings, Micetro Improv and The Weekender. Micetro is a weekly competition-style show, where the audience members vote for the best performer in a series of games, until all but one are eliminated and a winner is crowned (literally). Micetro is a nationally recognized improv format, performed all over the world and brought to Little Rhody (by way of New Zealand) by Ryan Hartigan in 2010. Like several of its Providence counterparts, the CTC offers improv classes year round, and many of its graduates are welcomed into the rotating cast of 8-16 performers. The Weekender began as an experimental lab space for those very students, and is still used primarily as a forum for open performances and testing new ideas, although outside groups are also welcome to perform. The show is curated and hosted by Neal Leaheey and Charlie Santos, and the various groups perform in sets of 20 minutes each. $8. Micetro Improv, Fridays 9:30pm. Weekender, Sundays 5pm. Contemporary Theater Company, 327 Main Street, South Kingstown. www.ContemporaryTheaterCompany.com
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Wood Fired Pizza Who we talked to: Al Olerio of Cobblestones Wood Fired Pizza Oven temperature: 800 degrees and up Cooking time: 3 minutes
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Must-try pie: A basic margherita pizza with some hand crushed tomato sauce, a little olive oil, fresh mozzarella and fresh basil. This allows you to experience the crust, the sauce, the cheese and the char without any of them losing their individual identities. Why use wood: As wood burns it gives off some moisture (steam/water vapor), which helps to keep the crust from becoming dry. This makes a crispy outer crust that stays moist on the inside. The vast majority of hearth ovens in Italy are fueled by wood. The perfect wood fired crust: Light, airy and moist on the inside. The outside is crispy with a dark amber color and spots of char around the crust. The char is what makes this type of pizza distinct, and what gives it its flavor.
All about the dough: Cobblestones’ dough is made from filtered water, sea salt, a sourdough mother dough that is several years old and is fed daily to keep it growing and active, artisan flour (King Arthur unbleached and unbromated), some bread flour and a tiny bit of instant dry yeast. No oil, sugars or additives are used. From beginning to end, the dough takes 24-48 hours and is at peak flavor after aging for 48 hours. The dough is spread/tossed to order and is a much wetter dough than a traditional pan pizza. The pizza is cooked right on the hearth. What’s in the sauce: Hand-crushed California plum tomatoes, a little extra virgin olive oil, a bit of Parmesan cheese, sea salt, fresh ground pepper and a tiny bit of herbs. It is lightly seasoned so that the flavor of the tomato stands out. Insider Tip: Originally, Cobblestones used a hand crank to crush the tomatoes. They found that contact with the metal altered the flavor, so every day they hand crush their tomatoes. Cobblestones Wood Fired Pizza, 5641 Post Road, East Greenwich. 398-8880, www.CobblestonesPizzaRI.com
I always take home a simple pizza, often without sauce, with some fresh vegetables, olive oil, Parmesan cheese and some fresh mozzarella from Narragansett Creamery. I find the white pizzas reveal the flavor of the crust moreso than the red pizzas. The sauce adds quite a bit of moisture to the pie and requires additional cooking time. The white pies cook faster, have fewer ingredients and allow the crust to be the focus, but that’s my taste. I love a good crust. -Al Olerio
Where else to get wood fired pies Bravo Wood Fired Pizza, 6689 Post Road, North Kingstown. 398-2500, www.BravoWoodFiredPizza.com Fresco, 301 Main Street, East Greenwich. 398-0027, www.FrescoRI.com Village Hearth Bakery Cafe, 2 Watson Avenue, Jamestown. 423-9282, www. VillageHearthBakeryCafe.com
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The Baby Bella Pizza from Providence Coal Fired Pizza
Who we talked to: David Bertolini and Michael Santos of Providence Coal Fired Pizza Oven temperature: 900 degrees Cooking time: 4 minutes Must-try pie: For them it’s the margherita pizza – it’s the perfect combination of ingredients that allows the crust to shine. Why use coal: Coal has an old world influence on food and adds a slight smoky flavor to the pizza. It blisters the dough in a unique way, which forces the use of a highly saturated dough to survive the cooking process. Plus, no one else in Rhode Island is using it. The perfect coal fired crust: Twenty percent char on the top crust and a thirty percent char on the bottom of the pizza. The finished crust should be crisp and airy with a slight chew. All about the dough: Four different grains make up this dough that is 77% water. It looks more like soup than what most people expect to be dough. It’s a three-day process that begins with a Polish starter dough that’s allowed to ferment for 24 hours. The time allows the dough to mature the flavor slowly.
Insider Tip: Cooking with coal is difficult because of the high temperature. It takes a lot of skill to control the temperature of the oven. Putting coal on the fire too soon can overheat the oven, and if the coal goes on too late the fire will not be hot enough. The proper air temperature hovers around 900 degrees and the deck temperature should be between 600 and 620 degrees. Providence Coal Fired Pizza, 6105 Post Road, North Kingstown. 8857499, www.ProvidenceCoalFiredPizza.com
pizza evenly and is smokeless. It’s like a home oven; you come in, turn it on and it’s on.
There’s been a surge in gourmet pizza shops because people have become more educated when it comes to food. It is the same as the focus that has been on gourmet burgers instead of the fast food burgers that have been around for years. -David Bertollini
What’s in the sauce: Tomatoes, spices, oil and water.
Bakery Pizza Who we talked to: Jeanne Ramieri of Colvitto’s Pizza and Bakery Oven temperature: 500 degrees Cooking time: 20 minutes Must-try pie: Classic red pizza strip
What’s in the sauce: Raw, crushed California tomatoes so that the quality of tomato speaks for itself.
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The perfect bakery pizza crust: Crunchy on the bottom, crunchy on the crust and fat in the middle. All about the dough: Water, flour, salt, sugar and yeast. Colvitto’s uses the same dough for everything in the bakery except the multigrain dough. It’s made and cooked the same day, but is shaped, rested and allowed to rise three separate times.
Insider Tip: There are crust lovers in this world, and then there are other people. According to Jeanne, “We need the other people because there are only four crusts per pan.” There are 18 pizza strips in a party pan, and if you want 18 crusts, you can get them, but it’ll cost just a little more. (Note: Jeanne is a crust person.) Colvitto’s Pizza and Bakery, 91 Point Judith Road, Narragansett. 783-8086, www.Colvittos.com
Pizza strips are a simple thing. The basic pizza strip is like a peanut butter sandwich; it’s never going away. -Jeanne Ramieri
Where else to get bakery pizza DePetrillo’s Pizza and Bakery, 797 Tiogue Avenue, Coventry. 828-4300; 1729 Warwick Avenue, Warwick. 732-3331, www.DePetrillos.com
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Neighborhood Pizza Who we talked to: Sam Sciabarrasi of Kingston Pizza Oven temperature: 600 degrees Cooking time: 8-12 minutes Must-try pie: Cheese and pepperoni Why use a gas oven with a stone deck: Even though it takes over an hour to come to temperature, it cooks evenly and maintains the temperature. The perfect neighborhood pizza crust: Crispy on the bottom, soft in the middle. All about the dough: It has salt, sugar, olive oil and yeast. Sam makes the dough, lets it rise for four hours, cuts it, balls it, puts it in a dough retarder, kneads it, spreads it, sauces it, cheeses it and throws it in the oven. No tossing required. What’s in the sauce: California fresh-packed tomatoes and spices. Insider Tip: To make pizza at home, buy the dough from Kingston Pizza by the pound. Preheat your oven to about 475. Spread the dough out on a cookie sheet, add your sauce, add your cheese, throw it in the oven and cook until it’s all brown and crisp. Kingston Pizza, locations in Wickford, Narragansett, North Kingstown, Peace Dale, West Warwick, Charlestown, Kingston (URI), Bonnet and Richmond. www.KingstonPizza.com
I’ve never changed the recipe once in 32 years because if it ain’t broke don’t fix it. Cheese and pepperoni is my favorite pizza because people love it. What sets ours apart is that we use a very high-end pepperoni, not the big wafer kind. It’s a smaller Margherita sliced pepperoni that’s cured, so it’s a little different. It changes the dynamic and gives a lot of flavor. -Sam Sciabarrasi
Where else to get neighborhood pies Casa Della Luce, 105 Franklin Street, Westerly. 637-4575, www.CasaDellaLuce.net Casa Pizza, 855 Point Judith Road, Narragansett. 783-2459, www.CasaPizzaNarragansett.com PD’s Pizza, 1202 Kingstown Road, Narragansett. 789-0000 Estia Restaurant, 28 Old Tower Hill Road, Wakefield. 782-8800, www.EstiaRestaurantRI.com PizzaPlace, 43 Broad Street, Westerly. 348-1803, www.PizzaPlaceWesterly.com
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Neapolitan Pizza Who we talked to: Pasquale Illiano of Pasquale’s Pizzeria Napoletana Oven temperature: Around 800 degrees Cooking time: 1 to 1.5 minutes Must-try pie: Margherita pizza using San Marzano tomatoes, tomatoes from the Naples area or the south side of Italy that grows in volcanic soil, Fior di Latte mozzarella and extra virgin olive oil from southern Italy. Why use a wood-fired oven: That’s what they use in Naples The perfect Neapolitan crust: Neapolitan pizza is not a crispy pizza. Neapolitan pizza is well-proofed, delicate and airy. The edge (the cornicione) has to be full of air. The pizza is supposed to be soft like a pita or a soft foccacia and you have to eat the pizza as soon as it comes out of the oven.
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All about the dough: For Pasquale, the universal ingredients for Neapolitan pizza are water, natural Sicilian sea salt, natural yeast, mother dough, Caputo flour and passion. Pasquale stands by the machine for 2025 minutes as he processes the dough. He looks at it, stares at it and feels it. After letting the dough ferment for 24-plus hours, it only requires a few seconds from the box to the counter, where it is lightly floured and slapped with a technique to open up the disk and get rid of the excess flour. He does not spin it or throw it. It has to be handled in a certain way in order for it to be nice and airy, soft and fragrant.
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What’s in the sauce: Hand-crushed tomatoes from the San Marzano region. Insider Tip: If you’re going to make dough at home, try to get a dough recipe that you have to make the day before because it will taste better. Try to stay away from all-purpose flour and use good ingredients. For Pasquale, good ingredients are the key to success whether you have a restaurant or are inviting friends over for dinner. Stick with natural products and try to use as many organic products as you can. Pasquale’s Pizzeria Napoletana, 60 South County Commons Way, South Kingstown. 783-2900, www.PasqualesPizzeriaRI.com
Pizza sauce is loaded with flavor and is for very specific pizzas. All the ingredients in Neapolitan pizzas have to be very well balanced with nothing overpowering anything else. When you take a bite of Neapolitan pizza, you want to feel all the flavors. -Pasquale Illiano
Where else to get neapolitan pizza Bravo Wood Fired Pizza, 6689 Post Road, North Kingstown. 398-2500, www.BravoWoodFiredPizza.com
New York Pizza With a 550-600 degree oven, the New York pizza from Vetrano’s Restaurant only cooks for 6-7 minutes. For owner Pasquale Illiano, the perfect crust is fairly crispy and thin, and his favorite type of pie
is a plain cheese pizza. For him, it allows the diner to taste all of the elements without anything being overpowered. Expect Italian tomatoes, lots of fresh basil, salt and extra virgin olive oil in the sauce. Although the dough doesn’t need to be spun, Pasquale will do it for the kids. Vetrano’s Restaurant, 130 Granite Street, Westerly. 348-5050, www.VetranosRestaurant.com
Where else to get New York pizza Vittoria’s New York Pizza, 224 Post Road, Westerly. 322-1901, www.VittoriasNYPizza.com Pier Pizza, locations in Wakefield, North Kingstown and Warwick. www.PierPizza.com The Breachway Grill, 1 Charlestown Beach Road, Charlestown. 213-6615, www.BreachwayGrill.com
Gluten Free Pizza It’s only fair that everyone should have the opportunity to grab a slice of cheesy melty goodness. Even if you are gluten free, there’s still a pizza for you. Bravo Wood Fired Pizza, 6689 Post Road, North Kingstown. 398-2500, www. BravoWoodFiredPizza.com Kingston Pizza, locations in Wickford, Narragansett, North Kingstown, Peace Dale, West Warwick, Charlestown, Kingston (URI), Bonnet and Richmond. www.KingstonPizza.com Fresco, 301 Main Street, East Greenwich. 398-0027, www.FrescoRI.com
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According to Historic and Architectural Resources of Block Island, Rhode Island, published by the Rhode Island Historical Preservation Commission in cooperation with the Block Island Historical Society, the Vail Cottages were built in 1885 for Dr. Abby E. Vail, a doctor from New York. The pair of 1 1/2-story shingled cottages were built by John F. Hayes – one of Block Island’s preeminent builders during the late 19th century. The hotel and its ancillary buildings, Josh explains, have transitioned through just a handful of owners since the main hotel was demolished in the 1980s. The current owners purchased the property just over a year ago; though they could have been swayed by the structure’s ramshackle facade and obvious
need for serious renovations, the panoramic ocean views were too captivating to pass up. “It was very tired,” Josh describes. “It’s right on the bluffs, so it really gets hammered by the weather. Pretty much the entire exterior was gone. The rooms, the shingles, the trim – they hadn’t had a lot of love in a lot of years. But the bones were still there – a perfect candidate for a restoration project. The old stone foundation was in great shape, and the building itself was structurally sound. Certainly a good candidate.” Like many old structures in need of restoration, projects like these take much more than vision. They take substantial financial investment, talented craftspeople and a boatload of patience. During both renovations and
restorations, old buildings embody one mantra: expect the unexpected. “It’s such a cool building and it takes the right owner to want to buy something like that... to bring it back to its glory,” explains Josh. The owners turned to architect Mary Ellen Croteau to merge 21st century conveniences amid old world surroundings. No stranger to homes in need of restoration due to more than a century’s worth of wear and tear, Mary Ellen said she quickly saw why her clients felt compelled to rescue this dated building. “It was exciting to work on a house that was such a great property with such amazing views,” she says. “I had photos from when the house had been built or shortly thereafter, which helped tremendously. I tried to keep the original style of the home
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and proportion of the building.” Josh and Mary Ellen saw eye to eye throughout the project and both were equally committed to restoring the property while mindfully making modifications to the home to accommodate 21st century living. One major modification was the removal of the original stone chimney. When Mary Ellen first heard her clients wanted it removed, her heart sank. A longtime mender of timeweathered homes, the very idea seemed blasphemous. “I love historic homes but when I saw the chimney, I could see why it needed to go,” she says. The stone behemoth was awkwardly placed on the ocean-facing side of the home, obstructing the mesmerizing view. Removing it made
way for expanding the size of the bedrooms and allowed more natural light to pour through the many windows. The original wraparound porch railings were evident in the historic photographs, but Mary Ellen suggested to the homeowners to eliminate them altogether for uninterrupted views of the Atlantic. Mary Ellen restored most of the windows back to their original size in addition to recreating a trim piece that runs horizontally around the house. “That master bedroom deck on the upper level was an addition that was put on many years ago,” says josh. “We tore it off the house and the architect put up something that would match the original design and blended it in.” Redd tore off all the remaining decks
to construct new, study ones that can brave the elements. “You don’t get a lot of opportunities to do a project like this. New construction is fun but this building is so interesting and worth saving.” Unfortunately, adds Josh, many old homes and structures on Block Island are torn down to make room for new properties. In many cases, a structure is simply not sound and therefore unsalvageable. In other cases, modern day CRMC regulations and other regulatory challenges render a restoration project difficult at best. Josh says one thing that worked to their advantage was that the work didn’t alter the footprint in any way. Other parts were also reconstructed, piece by piece, even though Mother Nature
wasn’t always on his team’s side. “It was pretty rough spot to work last winter – that was tough. We started in the fall and had them ready to move in for the summer in May, so we had to plow through,” he explains. With much experience working on Block Island through the coldest months, Josh and his North Atlantic Builders stayed focused and delivered the five bedroom, 3,088 square foot house by deadline – right in time for the new homeowners to soak up a quintessential Block Island summer.
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with the beachy atmosphere. Already a big fan of Whaler’s Brewing in Wakefield, I enjoyed their East Coast IPA ($7). My friend chose Foolproof’s La Fermme Urbaine ($6) and my cousin (a Maine Colby College grad) selected a bottle of Allagash White ($6). The cocktail
list was filled with wintery libations, many of them featuring Peace Dale’s Sons of Liberty liquors. The lunch menu is not large, but it offers a nice variety. Although all of the dishes on the menu sound like things you’ve eaten before, Chef Yu makes sure to change everything up just enough to keep it fresh and interesting. We sampled two appetizers and both were excellent. The Fried Brussels Sprouts ($5) were bursting with flavor from the addition of hominy, pepitas, garlic chips and harissa. When people are fighting over who gets the last bite of Brussels sprouts, you know the dish is a winner. The Tostones ($5) were the best fried plantains I’ve ever had, fried to a crispy perfection and not at all greasy. They were seasoned so well, you really didn’t need the accompanying dipping sauce. Yet, you wouldn’t have wanted to miss the sauce because it was a delicious and savory cilantro chipotle aioli. This past summer, I tried my best to eat my way through South County’s lobster rolls. On my visit to Chair 5, I knew exactly what I wanted, their version ($18). If you’re expecting a mountain of lobster meat on a hot
Photography by Hilary Block
To tell you the truth, there is nothing that makes me happier than a day at the beach. Unfortunately, in the wintertime, it’s hard to bring back that feeling. Many Rhode Islanders head to Florida or the Caribbean for the winter months to get back that feeling, even if only momentarily. For those of us stuck here in our winter coats, Chair 5 in Narragansett is hoping you will join them for a meal, because for them every day is a day at the beach. The restaurant is located in The Break, which is Narragansett’s newest boutique hotel. The hotel is located a block from the ocean (close to Aunt Carrie’s) and opened in June of 2014. There are 16 luxurious guest rooms stocked with high-end amenities. Each room has a fireplace, a rainfall showerhead, an iPad and even an Apple TV. Chair 5, the hotel’s featured restaurant, opened a year later in June of 2015. The hotel and restaurant both embody beach living; the color scheme is bold with lots of bright whites and aquas. Just walking into the lobby, I felt cheered up. For the winter season, the hotel and restaurant both feature gas fireplaces to warm visitors. The restaurant is named for Lifeguard Chair 5,
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Robert K Dyer MD Dermatology is now
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Rib Eye Steak
Robert K. Dyer, MD, MPH • Brown University Medical School • Harvard University Master of Public Health • Board Certified in Dermatology • American Academy of Dermatology • American Society of Dermatologic Surgery • Clinical Assistant Professor, Brown University Medical School
Vincent D. Criscione, MD • Brown University Medical School • Board Certified in Dermatology • American Academy of Dermatology • American Society of Dermatologic Surgery • Medical Dermatology Society • New England Dermatological Society • Rhode Island Dermatology Society
Meighan Dingle Blanco, MSN, FNP-BC
Photography by Hilary Block
• Columbia University, Master of Science in Nursing • Lahey Clinic, Dermatology Nurse Practitioner Fellowship • New England Dermatological Society • Rhode Island Dermatology Society
dog bun, you’re in for a delicious surprise. When I saw it on my plate, I thought it looked gorgeous. When I had my first bite, and I was hooked. This is not your mother’s lobster roll. The sandwich is constructed on a sturdy, buttery, grilled potato bun. The lobster meat was dressed with a tarragon-pistachio pesto, and it was a fantastic combination. There were some grilled lemons on the side, and when I drizzled their juice onto the sandwich, it made it even better. I devoured every bite. On the side, I was served an enormous portion of really good house made salt and vinegar kettle chips. My friend ordered the Fried Chicken Sandwich ($15) and especially loved the sourdough bread, the flavorful peanut and cabbage slaw and the spicy mayo. The fries served with the sandwich were also excellent – house cut, fried well and seasoned perfectly. My vegetarian cousin sampled the Roasted Root Vegetables ($9). She was more than pleased by the large
Chair 5 at The Break 1208 Ocean Road, Narragansett 363-9800 www.DineChair5.com
plate of vegetables, which were roasted perfectly. To offer a variety of textures, the vegetables were mixed in with wheat berries and black rice. The whole salad was dressed with a rich buttermilk dressing. Since this was a post-holiday celebration, we indulged in dessert. Keeping with our throwback to summer theme, we split the S’Mores Ice Cream Sandwich ($8). Toasted marshmallow ice cream was sandwiched between graham cracker chocolate chip cookie dough. We had no trouble polishing off this dessert. As the winter drags on, if you are looking for a way to bring back the feeling of summer, look no further than a meal at Chair 5. The beachy vibes will lift your spirits; the excellent food will thoroughly satisfy you; and you just might be able to make it through until summer really arrives. I’m already planning my next trip back. There’s a Funnel Clamcake ($7) on the menu calling my name.
Katie Seitz, MSPAS, PA-C • University of Kentucky Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies • Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants • New England Dermatological Society • Rhode Island Dermatology Society
3461 South County Trail, Suite 202, East Greenwich 350 Kingstown Road, Suite 202, Narragansett 471-DERM (3376) • www.southcountyriderm.com February 2016 | SO RHODE ISLAND
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Come For Dinner, Stay The Night!
Love Week Treat that special someone this Valentine’s Day with a romantic hometown getaway! Love Week packages are avaiLabLe February 11-15 Packages include dinner and a stay for two with a bottle of bubbles. Add a room enrichment like chocolate covered strawberries as an extra love treat! cAll or go oNliNe with tAble Up For reservAtioNs. wAlk-iNs welcome
The Bed and Bistro is located just a few blocks from the Towers and Narragansett Beach. We offer a small number of sleeping rooms each with their own private bath for guests. The Bistro offers Locally sourced food and drink whenever possible, cozy indoor dining and additional outdoor dining on the wraparound porch weather permitting.
THE BEDS Six lovely rooms 5 minutes from the beach, the towers and the pier. 20 minutes from Newport. 10 minutes from URI. Open tO the public 5-9 pm thursday thrOugh mOnday
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By Grace Lentini
Homestyle Italian Cooking, To Go Lidia’s Kitchen prepares dinner so you don’t have to We all know
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that one Italian grandmother whose food knocks everyone’s socks off. Even if you get the recipe for that coveted dish, something is always missing. If only there was a place to pick up some Italian home cooking. Dear reader, there is, and it’s called Lidia’s Kitchen. “The premise of Lidia’s is to be able to eat home cooked food without having to take the time to shop, prepare and cook the food yourself,” explains owner David Spaziano. “The choices offered are varieties of antipasto/appetizer items and main dishes like lasagna, chicken, pasta, etc. Then there are contorni, which are side dishes like rice, baked stuffed potatoes and beet salad. We sell all of the meats and cheese in the house by the pound including burrata, which is a fresh mozzarella stuffed with shredded creamy bits of mozzarella.” Lidia is David’s mother, and apparently is an “unbelievable cook.” Born in Teano, Italy, she came to Rhode Island many years ago and settled in Cranston. About 20 years ago she moved to Cowesett (a neighborhood in Warwick). Regardless of where she has lived, friends and family have raved about her cooking.
Lidia has passed down many dishes throughout her family, but the magic is in her cooking method. “I have to say that her soups (Chicken Escarole and Escarole and Beans) are a knock out,” David raves. “She makes a great Chicken Francese and Meatballs. Her pink vodka sauce will have you eating the sauce with a spoon.” Of course he has to give credit where it’s due, and adds that his father and aunts have a hand in some of the cooking as well. Aside from full-on entrees and sides, you can also get tasty sandwiches like the Muffuletta, which has an olive tapenade, shredded cheese, ham, pepperoni, hot capicolo, lettuce and roasted peppers. The Ben Franklin is also a must-try with its smoked turkey with smoked Gouda, mayo, lettuce and bacon on marble rye. They even bake their own olive, roasted garlic, Gruyére soppressata and Italian breads. Seasonal dishes to look forward to include fried squash flowers in the summer and signorina mushrooms. And if you need a little pick-me-up, grab an espresso to give you that little extra jolt. 250 Main Street, East Greenwich. 884-3100, www. LidiasKitchenRI.com
Lidia’s Kitchen serves up Italian-American favorites
Newport Noshing Eggs With a Side of Kitsch There’s nothing like stopping by a diner on a Saturday morning for some blueberry pancakes. What you may not expect while sipping your never-empty coffee is some kitsch on the side. Rick and Dee’s Restaurant, with its robin’s egg blue interior and black and white tiled floor and ceiling is straight out of the ‘50s. From the vintage muscle car posters on the walls to the vinyl coated counter seats, it’s a feast for the eyes as well as the stomach. Think eggs any style, loaded home fries, sausage and peppers, meat pies, you get the point. There’s even an Elvis statue to welcome you in the door. 17 Knotty Oak Road, Coventry. 828-3732.
Although New Year’s has come and gone in the West, the Chinese New Year arrives on February 8. Castle Hill Inn is celebrating the occasion with their Chinese New Year culinary celebration February 5-11. The original owner of Castle Hill Inn, Alexander Agassiz, was an avid traveler of the Far East and collector of Asian art and furniture, some of which are still on display at the Inn. In honor of Alexander, Chef Andy Taur has created a four-day Cantonese-inspired tasting menu. The five-course meal starts at $92 and goes up to $127 and includes wine and beverage pairings. Look forward to Shellfish Noodles, Steamed Rouget, Tea Smoked Duck, Forbidden Black Rice and Dragon’s Beard for dessert. 590 Ocean Avenue, Newport. 888-466-1355, www.CastleHillInn.com February 2016 | SO RHODE ISLAND
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From food to drinks, Siena satisfies
Sarah Rumple dishes on Siena classics
Sarah Rumple is Director of Operations at Siena, and a longtime vet of the hospitality industry. We talked about what draws her to the front of the house, how Siena stands out in a state rife with red sauce joints and her go-to drink recipe to take the chill off of winter. You’ve been at Siena almost seven years. Tell me about life before then. I got my first job in hospitality when I was 14. Eventually I went other ways with my career, but I came back and stayed. I tried a mix of everything – pubs, fast-casual places, even a lobster place in Maine. Basically I wanted to learn as much as I could to understand the business.
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You prefer the front of the house, right? That’s different, since being a chef is such a trendy fantasy now. [Laughs] I mean, if the you-know-what hits the fan, I’ll get on the line. But yes, The Arch Serves One According to the drink’s creator, Sarah says the drink’s namesake is the iconic arch on Providence’s Federal Hill. “Everybody thinks what’s in the middle is a pineapple,” she told me. “And it does look like one. But it’s a pinecone! Go figure.” To DIY the vodka, put pineapple chunks (not from a can, for the love of Moses) in a clean jar and add high-proof vodka. Seal and steep for one week. Strain and store for weeks or even months to get you through to spring.
I do love the front of the house most. I like coordinating what’s happening there, and interacting with guests. And let’s face it, being in the kitchen is tough on you, especially long-term. What’s your go-to order at the restaurant? If I really want to treat myself, it’s the Frutti di Mare – a classic seafood pasta dish. Rhode Island has more Italian restaurants than cars. How do you stand out from the pack? We just try to do what we do very well. The owners, Anthony and Chris Tarro, like to say that we do a million little things right. Consistency is the main thing. We have signature dishes like the Bolognese, and we work hard to make sure they hit the mark every single time. We just want everyone that walks out the door to feel like they got something special when they chose us.
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• 3.5-4 oz pineapple-infused vodka (homemade preferable) • 3-4 basil leaves • Splash of elderflower liqueur • Splash of simple syrup • Ice Place a small amount of ice and the basil in a cocktail shaker or large glass. Muddle until the leaves become fragrant – but not mashed. Add the other ingredients, then shake like the dickens. You want a little froth in the end. Strain into a chilled glass.
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Siena Locations in East Greenwich, Providence and Smithfield www.SienaRI.com
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Ella’s Fine Food and Drink You won’t find another restaurant quite like Ella’s Fine Food and Drink. First, there’s the concept: seasonally influenced American food with a distinctly Asian flair, prepared with classical French techniques. Next, there’s the team: husband and wife duo James and Jeanie Roland, who own the restaurant (and another in Florida, The Perfect Caper) with Chef Jeanie in the kitchen every night. But really, there’s the food. The dinner menu ranges from gourmet comfort food to worldly cuisine. In the lounge, things are more casual, but equally delicious. The lounge menu offers creative smaller plates like Duck Confit
with warm bacon dressing and a duck fat fried egg. There are salads like the Salade Parisian: frisée, arugula, shaved Gouda, pan fried chicken and hazelnut vinaigrette. Ella’s Burger is a local blend of beef with bacon onion jam, a cheddar gruyere blend, and house-made horseradish dijonaise and catsup. “I feel the seasonality much more in New England and really enjoy this aspect as a chef,” Chef Jeanie, a five-time James Beard Award nominee, says. During the warm weather, enjoy dining and drinks on the outdoor patio – but during any season, enjoy creative, gourmet takes on local bounty at Ella’s Fine Food and Drink.
Can’t Miss Dish: The Filet la Maison – A house filet mignon with asparagus and Drambuiepeppercorn sauce, served with a side of lobster mac and cheese Ella’s Fine Food and Drink
2 Tower St, Westerly • 315-0606 10 Prime Steak & Sushi Gourmet steaks and sushi. 55 Pine St, Providence, 4532333. LD $$$ Angelo’s Civita Farnese Restaurant Italian American comfort food classics. 141 Atwells Ave, Providence, 621-8171. LD $-$$ AQUA Poolside cocktails with seasonal American cuisine. 1 Orms St, Providence, 272-2400. LD $-$$ Aruba Steve’s Island cuisine, handcrafted cocktails and Caribbean flair. 520 Main St, Warren, 289-2677. LD $-$$
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Aspire Seasonal Kitchen Contemporary New England fare. 311 Westminster St, Providence, 521-3333. BBrLD $$-$$$ Besos Kitchen & Cocktails Tapas and eclectic cuisine and cocktails. 378 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-8855. BrLD $$$ Bistro 22 New American rustic cuisine in Garden City. 22 Midway Rd,
Cranston, 383-6400. LD $-$$ Black Bass Grille Classic seafood, historic waterfront setting. 3 Water St, South Dartmouth, MA, 508-999-6975. LD $$ Blend Café Modern Latin-American infused fare. 745 Reservoir Ave, Cranston, 270-5533. BBrLD $-$$ Bluefin Grille at the Providence Marriott Downtown Seasonal and sustainable seafood in an elegant atmosphere. 1 Orms St, Providence, 272-5852. LD $-$$ Breachway Grill Classic New England fare, plus NY-style pizza. 1 Charlestown Beach Rd, Charlestown, 213-6615. LD $$ Café Nuovo Contemporary New World cuisine. 1 Citizens Plz, Providence, 4212525. LD $-$$$ Capriccio Upscale international food with a northern Italian/Mediterranean accent. 2 Pine St, Providence, 421-1320. LD $-$$$
Carriage Inn & Saloon Regional comfort food accompanied by a whiskey bar. 1065 Tower Hill Rd, North Kingstown, 294-8466. D $-$$ CAV Eclectic cuisine and art in an historic setting. 14 Imperial Place, Providence, 751-9164. BrLD $$-$$$ Celestial Café Organic farm-to-table fine dining. Oak Harbor Village, 567 S County Tr, Exeter, 295-5559. BrLD $-$$$ Centro Restaurant & Lounge Contemporary cuisine and cocktails. 1 W Exchange St, Providence, 228-6802. BLD $$$ Champlins Seafood Dockside fresh seafood serving easy breezy cocktails. 256 Great Island Rd, Narragansett, 783-3152. LD $-$$ Chez Pascal/The Wurst Kitchen Seasonal farm-to-table cuisine with a French accent. House made sausages, hot dogs and accoutrements. 960 Hope
St, Providence, 421-4422. LD $-$$$ Chapel Grille Gourmet food overlooking the Providence skyline. 3000 Chapel View Blvd, Cranston, 944-4900. BrLD $$$ Circe Restaurant & Bar South Beach meets New England seafood favorites. 50 Weybosset St, Providence, 4378991. BRLD $-$$$ Clean Plate Delicious comfort food in a casual setting. 345 S. Water St, Providence, 621-8888. BBrLD $$ Decadent Designs and Cafe Custom cakes and pastries alongside a fresh cafe with soups and sandwiches. 1285 Park Ave, Cranston, 942-9300 BL $ DeWolf Tavern Gourmet American/ Indian fusion. 259 Thames St, Bristol, 254-2005. BLD $$-$$$ The Dorrance Fine dining with exquisite cocktails. 60 Dorrance St,
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Providence, 521-6000. D $$$ Eleven Forty Nine City sophistication in the suburbs. 1149 Division St, Warwick, 884-1149. LD $$$ Ella’s Fine Food & Drink Elegant dining meets international cuisine. 2 Tower St, Westerly, 315-0606. D $-$$$ Flatbread Company Artisanal pizza, local ingredients. 161 Cushing St, Providence, 273-2737. LD $-$$ Fresco Italian American comfort food with international inspirations. 301 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-0027; 140 Comstock Pkwy, Cranston, 228-3901. D $-$$ George’s of Galilee Fresh caught seafood in an upscale pub atmosphere. 250 Sand Hill Cove Rd, Narragansett, 783-2306. LD $-$$ Harry’s Bar & Burger Handcrafted sliders, brews and pub games. 121 N Main St, Providence, 228-7437; 301 Atwells Ave, 228-3336. LD $-$$ Haruki Japanese cuisine and a la carte selections with casual ambiance. 1210 Oaklawn Ave, Cranston, 463-8338; 172 Wayland Ave, Providence, 223-0332; 112 Waterman St, Providence, 4210754. LD $-$$ Iggy’s Doughboys & Chowder House Classic clam shack fare, plus famous doughboys. 889 Oakland Beach Ave, Warwick, 737-9459; 1157 Point Judith Rd, Narragansett, 783-5608. LD $ Iron Works Tavern A wide variety of signature American dishes in the historic Thomas Jefferson Hill Mill. 697 Jefferson Blvd, Warwick, 739-5111. LD $-$$$ Jacky’s Galaxie Local Pan-Asian chain offering sushi and classic entrees in a modern atmosphere. Locations in Providence, North Providence, Bristol and Cumberland, JackysGalaxie.com. LD $-$$$ Jigger’s Diner Classic ‘50s diner serving breakfast all day. 145 Main St, East Greenwich, 884-6060. BL $-$$ Julian’s A must-taste Providence staple celebrating 20 years. 318 Broadway, Providence, 861-1770. BBrLD $$
Kabob and Curry Award-winning Indian food serving Providence since 1987. 261 Thayer St, Providence, 273-8844. LD $-$$
style pizzas. 100 East St, Cranston, 383-7722; 380 Atwells Ave, Providence, 273-2400. LD $-$$
Paragon & Viva Contemporary dining and nightlife. 234 Thayer St, Providence, 331-6200. BrLD $-$$
Kartabar Mediterranean-style cuisine, chic setting. 284 Thayer St, Providence, 331-8111. LD $-$$
Nordic Lodge Surf and turf buffet selections perfect for family gatherings. 178 E Pasquisett Trl, Charlestown, 7834515. LD $$$
Parkside Rotisserie & Bar American bistro specializing in rotisserie meats. 76 South Main St, Providence, 3310003. LD $-$$
Oceanside at the Pier New England fare overlooking the Atlantic. 1 Beach St, Narragansett, 792-3999. BrLD $$
Pat’s Italian Fine Italian favorites, natural steaks and handcrafted cocktails. 1200 Hartford Ave, Johnston, 2731444. LD $-$$$
KitchenBar Contemporary comfort cuisine. 771 Hope St, Providence, 3314100. BrLD $$ Laurel Lane Country Club Upscale pub cuisine overlooking a picturesque golf course. 309 Laurel Ln, West Kingston, 783-3844. LD $-$$ Legends Pub and Grub Hometown pub food and brews with ample sports viewing. 1458 Park Ave, Cranston, 2704170. LD $ Lim’s Restaurant Upscale Thai and fresh sushi. 18 South Angell St, Providence, 383-8830. LD $$
Ocean State Sandwich Company Craft sandwiches and hearty sides. 1345 Hartford Ave, Johnston. 155 Westminster St, Providence, 282-6772. BL $-$$
Phil’s Main Street Grille Classic comfort food; great rooftop patio. 323 Main St, Wakefield, 783-4073. BBrLD $
The Olive Tap Extra virgin olive oils, aged balsamic vinegars and gourmet food and gift selections. 485 Angell St, Providence, 272-8200. $$-$$$
Pho Horn’s Fresh authentic Vietnamese dishes in a colorful setting. 50 Ann Mary St #403, Pawtucket, 365-6278. LD $-$$
Worth The Drive:
Luxe Burger Bar Build your own creative burger. 5 Memorial Blvd, Providence, 621-5893. LD $ Maharaja Indian Restaurant Indian cuisine and traditional curries in a warm setting. 1 Beach St, Narragansett, 3639988. LD $-$$ Malted Barley American craft beer, gourmet pretzels and creative sandwiches in downtown Westerly. 42 High St, Westerly, 315-2184. LD $$ McBride’s Pub Traditional Irish pub fare in Wayland Square. 161 Wayland Ave, Providence, 751-3000. LD $$ McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood & Steak Mixed grill selections and signature fish dishes sourced locally and seasonally. 11 Dorrance St, Providence, 351-4500. BLD $$-$$$ Mia’s Prime Time Café Upscale café cuisine by the Pawcatuck River. 1 West Broad St, Pawcatuck, CT, 860-5993840. BLD $$
Tallulah On Thames
Tallulah On Thames With a cozy dining area, Tallulah on Thames proves that good things come in small packages. This Newport tasting menu and wine pairing restaurant serves the highest quality in product, technique and flavor. Some of the locally sourced products have ranged from the rich cheese at Narragansett Creamery, pasture-fed pork and beef from Blackbird and Aquidneck Farms, and micro greens from Big Black Dog Farm. The
Mill’s Tavern Historic setting for New American gourmet. 101 N Main St, Providence, 272-3331. D $$$
Create your own four-course prix fixe dinner for $68
Napolitano’s Brooklyn Pizza Classic Italian fare and traditional New York-
464 Thames St, Newport • 849-2433
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seasonal menu, a prix fixe four course or six course chef’s tasting menu, gives guests a unique opportunity to sample artistically presented dishes that are flavorful and very pleasing to the palate. The beer and wine list highlight small producers with a variety of unique varietals that pair well with the menu. With a European bistro feel, Tallulah on Thames presents a uniquely charming dining experience in the Ocean State.
Pizzico Diverse Italian and fusion cuisine in a rustic yet eclectic atmosphere. 762 Hope St, Providence, 4214114; 308 County Rd, Barrington, 2470303. LD $-$$$ Providence Coal Fired Pizza Old world coal-fired pizzas, appetizers and entrees made from scratch. 385 Westminster St, Providence, 454-7499; 6105 Post Rd, North Kingstown, 8857499. LD $-$$
T’s Restaurant Plentiful breakfast and lunch. Locations in Cranston, East Greenwich, Narragansett, 946-5900. BL $
Rasa Authentic and contemporary Indian. 149 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-2822. LD $$
The Coast Guard House Modern New England fare with Bay views. 40 Ocean Rd, Narragansett. 789-0700. LD $$-$$$
Rick’s Roadhouse House-smoked barbecue. 370 Richmond St, Providence, 272-7675. LD $-$$ Roberto’s Italian fine dining and large wine selection in the scenic East Bay. 450 Hope St, Bristol, 254-9732. D $$-$$$ Sa-Tang Fine Thai and Asian fusion cuisine with gluten-free selections. 402 Main St, Wakefield, 284-4220. LD $-$$ Scampi Seafood and Italian cuisine with expansive water views. 657 Park Ave, Portsmouth, 293-5844. LD $$ The Sea Goose Seafood with New England and southern flair. 265 Post Rd, Westerly, 315-0788. LD $$-$$$ Theatre 82 & Cafe Hybrid art space with all day breakfast, coffee and theatre-inspired entrees. 82 Rolfe Sq, Cranston. 490-9475 BL $ Siena Impeccable Italian cuisine. Locations in Providence, East Greenwich, Smithfield, 521-3311. D $$-$$$ Simone’s Gourmet brunch followed by upscale Mediterranean cuisine. 275 Child St, Warren, 247-1200. BBrLD $$-$$$
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An electrifying live music/dance tribute to jazz legend John Coltrane
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Put Your Best Self Forward Does your #RhodyResolution need a tune up? Self-care is essential to nurture your mind, body and spirit and All that Matters is offering numerous workshops to set you up for optimal health and wellness, like the Meditation and Self Inquiry Half-Day Retreat on February 6, the Healthy Eating Support Group on February 11 and Fascial Release for Pain Relief on February 20, all at their South Kingstown studio, itself a safe environment committed to cultivating health and wellness. 315 Main Street, South Kingstown. 782-2126, www.AllThatMatters.com
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February February 2: To all the ladies in the place with style and grace, raise your glass at Eleven Forty Nine Restaurant with their exclusive ladies-only wine club, Wine Divas, and delight in five tasting courses, each with a unique wine pairing. 6pm. 1149 Division Street, East Greenwich. 884-1149, www.Restaurant.ElevenFortyNine.com
and creative comedy that is sure to have you laughing out loud. The hilarity happens every Friday with their troupe of improvisers making up scenes on the spot, competing for audience votes and the title of Micetro. Fridays, 9:30pm. 327 Main Street, Wakefield. 218-0282, www. ContemporaryTheaterCompany.com
February 3-24: Do you find yourself with two left feet, but with an unshakable desire to cut a rug? The Towers offer Ballroom Dance Lessons every Wednesday all year long, boasting an open invitation to dancers of all experience levels. Ballroom with Sara Barker at 6pm, Tango with Sue Davis at 8pm. 35 Ocean Road, Narragansett. 782-2597, www.TheTowersRi.com
February 3-28: The Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly opens their doors to artists from the Constitution State, hosting students from Connecticut College for their annual visiting artist show, The Connecticut College Student Exhibition. The exhibit features emerging artists that use visual information to express themselves, communicate ideas and explore those borders that separate individuals from themselves and others. Opening reception February 5 at 5pm. 7 Canal Street, Westerly. 596-2221, www.WesterlyArts.com
February 4-25: Every Thursday, Pancho O’Malley’s hosts The Jazz Strollers, a three-piece, old-timey jazz group performing tunes from the Roaring Twenties through the Big Band era. With a loyal following of patrons who have been following the group since the 1970s in tow, this mix of sprightly seniors and younger souls is sure to inspire you to hit the dance floor. 5pm. 140 Point Judith Road, Narragansett. 782-2299, www.PonchosRi.com February 4-25: Self-styled as “the hottest thing in town,” don’t miss Wakefield Idol, the third annual singing competition hosted by the Contemporary Theatre Company, featuring 64 local singers duking it out for a $1,500 cash prize. Both the judges and the live audience vote for the very best in this winter-long battle that spans through the end of March. 7pm. Thursdays. 327 Main Street, South Kingstown. 218-0282, www.ContemporaryTheaterCompany.com February 5-26: It’s Friday night, and the time is right for Star Gazing Night at the Frosty Drew Observatory & Sky Theatre when the observatory dome, sky theatre and telescopes are all wide-open and available to the public. Marvel at the breathtaking views of the cosmos over Ninigret Park, showcasing dazzling planets, bright stars, mesmerizing nebulae and vast galaxies. $1 suggested donation. 6pm. Ninigret Park, 61 Park Lane, Charlestown. 364-9508, www.FrostyDrew.org February 5-26: The Contemporary Theater Company is the place to be for Miceto Improv, a brand of spontaneous
the Knick. 8:30pm. 35 Railroad Avenue, Westerly. 315-5070, www.TheKnickerbockerCafe.com February 8: Transform your relationship with food and learn the tools of mindful nourishment and food preparation at Whole Foods 101. Held at All That Matters South Kingstown studio this workshop is designed give you the confidence to buy and use new ingredients for a healthier and more varied diet, and includes a visit to a local whole foods co-op. 6pm. 315 Main Street, South Kingstown. 782-2126, www.AllThatMatters.com February 13: Feel the burn amidst a wonderful wintry landscape and enjoy Cross Country Skiing at Pulaski State Park, hosted by the Narragansett Chapter of the Appalachian Mountain Club, featuring three miles of skiing on groomed trails with some gentle hills to get your heart pumping. 151
Pulaski Road, Chepachet. 726-2773, www.AMCNarragansett.org February 14: Feel the vibrations, as well as total peace and interconnectedness, at the Monthly Gong Bath, a sound meditation circle that will leave you feeling rested, relaxed and renewed, held at All That Matters East Greenwich studio. 3:30pm. 63 Cedar Avenue, #10, East Greenwich. 782-2126, www.AllThatMatters.com February 14: Calling all lovers of the cinematic happy ending: The Jane Pickens Theater has got you covered this Valentine’s Day, with a special viewing of Sleepless in Seattle on the big screen. Bring the tissues, and enjoy laughter through tears in this heartwarming love story; a new classic in it’s own right. 7pm. 49 Touro Street, Newport. 846-5474, www.JanePickens.com February 16: Gather ye rosebuds,
February 3-27: Be sure to swing by the Hoxie Gallery this month for a group show featuring the work of local photographers, some showing their work for the very first time, in a re-staging of Maria Scaglione’s Photo-Op: A Mix of Eclectic Local Photographers, with 20% of the sales going to the WARM Center of Westerly. Opening reception February 3 at 5pm. Westerly Public Library, 44 Broad Street, Westerly. 596-2877. February 6: Limber up and lace up those kicks, because wintertime is the right time for the Belleville Pond 10k Trail Race. With a course threading through the trails of Ryan Park, this race boasts a ten-kilometer route of snowy wonder that’s sure to help you kick the winter blues. 10am. Ryan Park, North Kingstown. www.Webscorer.com February 6: Be sure not to miss the artful tunes and thoughtful lyrics of singersongwriter, Dar Williams, as she takes the Odeum stage for an evening of popfolk fun of the fantastic variety. 4pm. 59 Main Street, East Greenwich. 885-4000, www.TheOdeum.org February 6: Head out for a night of jaw-droppingly dynamic live music that channels The Boss as the Adam Ezra Group delivers a super sweaty roundhouse kick of a performance on stage at
EmmaLee Holmes-Hicks and Ealain McMullin of the Newport String Project
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Inclusivity and community abound at Contemporary Voices If you wanna sing out, sing out at Contemporary Voices presented by the Newport String Project on Saturday, February 27. With musical inspiration harkening back to the folk music of Turkey, Iraq, Armenia and Hungary, juxtaposed with serene soundscapes created by Providence composer Kristen Volness, you’re invited to be
delighted at this performance that aims to build a musical community, crossing boundaries of generation, heritage and economic circumstances in order to provide access to inspiring musical performances for one and all. 7pm. Jamestown Arts Center, 18 Valley Street, Jamestown. 560-0979, www.NewportStringProject.org
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gang, and join the literary set at the Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly as they welcome local author and Johnson and Wales professor Tamara Valentine in honor of her recent publication, What the Waves Know. The novel, rich with themes and settings alight with the Ocean State itself, spins the tale of a daughter on the path to finding her own voice. 7pm. 7 Canal Street, Westerly. 596-2221, www.WesterlyArts.com February 18: Gear up for a night of boot-stompin’ boogie piano as the legendary Leon Russell takes the stage at the Odeum, featuring some rock-blues-soul-country stylings that will rattle your bones. 8pm. 59 Main Street, East Greenwich. 885-4000, www.TheOdeum.org
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February 21: With a four-piece rhythm section, a five-piece brass section and one lead vocalist, Steve Smith and the Nakeds are celebrating more than 40 years of rolling thunder live shows high and wide in the Ocean State, and will take the Ocean Mist stage for a night of infections R&B fun. 9:30pm. 895 Matunuck Beach Road, Matunuck. 7823740, www.OceanMist.net February 26: This winter, the Goat Man cometh. Don’t miss out on a night of goofball hilarity, culled on the sets of Saturday Night Live and Half Baked, as the one and only Jim Breuer brings his stoner comedic stylings to the Odeum stage. 8pm. 59 Main Street, East Greenwich. 8854000, www.TheOdeum.org
PRESENTATIONS WORKSHOPS FEATURES SHORTs Saturday, February 6 KICK OFF EVENT
Drop-in Workshop @ Providence Children’s Museum Film Screening @ Providence Athenaeum
Friday, February 12 OPENINg NIghT PArTy! (special tickets required)
Test your mettle or try something totally new at a weekly open mic
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Open Mics, For One and All
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Step up and try something totally new at a weekly open mic Mic Check, One Two, One Two: Open Mics are an ideal platform to test your mettle as a new musician or try something radically new as a more seasoned performer - everyone is on your side in the spirit of nurturing the local music scene with an inherent connection between audience and performer. South County features a veritable treasure trove of open mics, ensuring that the time is right to start where you are and put yourself out there.
5:30pm reception 6:45pm Film Screen Premiere: LANDFILL HARMONIC
February 18 & 21 yOuTh FIlMMAKEr ShOWCASE Films made by young filmmakers from around the globe!
Jimmy’s Saloon: Ocean Mic. 10pm. Thursdays. 37 Memorial Boulevard, Newport. 846-5121, www.JimmysNewport.com Tara’s Tipperary Tavern. 6:30pm. Thursdays. 907 Matunuck Beach Road, Matunuck. 284-1901, www.TarasFamilyPub.com Wood River Inn. 6:30pm. The first Sunday of the month. 1139 Main Street, Wyoming. 539-9800, www.TheWoodRiverinn.com
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So Approved Drink Your Vegetables Nutrition experts say you should be getting between five and nine servings of fruits and vegetables every day. Start your morning with one of these healthy drinks and you’ll be on track for a day of good eating choices. –Julie Tremaine
<< Cherry Chocolate Decadence Smoothie From Bnourished Holistic Wellness and Nutrition, Saunderstown www.Bnourished.com • • • •
4 cups frozen cherries 2 cups water I cup spinach (optional) 2 Tbsp. hemp seeds or sunflower seeds • 1/4 cup raw cacao powder • 1 fresh date or 1 Tbsp. of pure maple syrup
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• 1/4 pineapple, cut into cubes • 8 oz organic kale, ends trimmed and thoroughly washed • 1 organic cucumber, washed with skin on • 1/2 lemon, trimmed of outer skin but with white pith intact • 1 oz mint, washed with any black stems removed • 1 oz ginger, washed with skin on
To a 16 oz glass, add: • 1/2 frozen banana • Fill to the top with frozen mango • Fill halfway with coconut milk • Top off with orange juice Into the blender, add: • a hearty stalk of kale, stemmed • a handful of spinach
• 1 cup of fresh organic kale (spines removed) • 1/3 cup of mixed organic berries (frozen) • 1/4 cup of chopped organic beets (fresh if possible) • 1/2 cup of organic coconut water • 2 Tbsp of raw organic cacao powder • 1 Tsp of organic vanilla bean extract • 1 Tbsp of raw organic honey • 1/2 cup of ice Optional: 1-2 scoops of organic vegan chocolate protein
Blend until desired smoothness, or juice according to your machine’s instructions. Makes 2 servings.
Empty the contents of glass into the blender on top of the greens and blend until smooth.
Put all ingredients in a high speed blender, making sure that ice and berries are on the top. Blend well for 60 seconds.
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