This is how we roll: The iconic seafood sandwich in the Ocean State
From clam shacks to high-end restaurants, the lobster roll has become a quintessential item on the menu in RI. In early 20th century New England, fishing folk put lobster meat […]
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The Flower, The Labor, and The Sea
September 27, 2025 - June 28, 2026
Crack, dip, delight: The foodie’s guide to eating a lobster like a pro
Let’s be honest — eating lobster isn’t exactly neat and tidy, but that’s half the fun. It’s a hands-on, buttery indulgence that’s as much about the process as it is […]
Calamari Showdown: Best fried squid in RI… can it be?
I have found myself tasked with the impossible: find the capital-B, Best calamari in Rhode Island. I’ve definitely had good calamari. I’ve undoubtedly had bad calamari, but have I had […]
Fresh fish, fresh ideas: Cooking with confidence from Fearless Fish Market
There’s something undeniably satisfying about building a meal around truly fresh seafood, the kind that’s handled with care and meant to be the star of the plate. When I’m planning […]
Break some bread & cut some cheese: A look at local bakeries and cheese shops
This food issue features options to test your taste palette. Bread and cheese, although simple, is no different. Anyone who is a lover of these two things knows that there […]
Aye, there’s the rub: When ‘Something’s A-Fowl’ is afoot with wings
At my house, we use a homemade dry rub to propel chicken wings to the tasty heavens. And we cook them in the oven, because they always come out with […]
Happy Birthday, Donald Trump: Presidential stars are spinning
One of the major tools of astrology is the annual Solar Return. Every year around a birthday the Sun returns to the place it began at the birth time. This […]
Breaking Waves & Gender Norms: A Trans Masc Guide to Bathing Suit Shopping
By Mikayla Lee The Swimwear Struggle Starts Here My eternal search for the perfect bathing suit began back in the Summer of 2016. I had just gotten my license, Tumblr […]
Make friends with fred
By Sarah Denby Best. Smashburger. EVER!!!!!!! And such a surprise! Let me backtrack a bit… A Thursday night in May, chilly and pouring rain. A grumpy husband who reluctantly filled […]
Chefs of the Caribbean: A Culinary Journey Through Providence
By Cheikh Higgs Providence may be known for its rich colonial history and vibrant arts scene, but nestled within its urban tapestry lies a culinary journey that spans the Caribbean. […]