Tag: Dale Venturini
The tourism sector sees new faces, but new challenges, too
Rhode Island’s tourism and hospitality sector has seen some new additions since 2021.
Those searching for recreation and leisure now have the options of TopGolf,...
Pasquale’s ranks among top 15 pizza restaurants in U.S.
Rhode Island is once again represented on the world pizza stage, as Pasquale’s Pizzeria Napoletana in South Kingstown has been named to the 50...
Rajab to lead R.I. Hospitality Association
CRANSTON – The R.I. Hospitality Association on Tuesday announced the appointment of Farouk Rajab as its next CEO and president.
An industry veteran, Rajab...
Five Questions With: Heather Singleton
Heather Singleton | Interim CEO and president, Rhode Island Hospitality Association
1. What issues does RIHA hope the General Assembly addresses in 2024? We...
Young chefs hone their skills during annual culinary competition
One of the many bright spots on the restaurant rows in Providence, Newport and many other dining destinations in our state is the substantial...
Venturini plans to retire from hospitality association after 35 years
CRANSTON – After 35 years at the helm of the R.I. Hospitality Association, Dale J. Venturini confirmed Wednesday she is stepping down, effective February...
Study: Inflation-adjusted R.I. visitor spending in 2022 reached 93% of pre-COVID...
PROVIDENCE – A new report by the R.I. Hospitality Association and a group of Salve Regina University undergraduates shows hospitality and tourism spending in...
Hospitality industry challenged but resilient post-pandemic
PROVIDENCE – Industry insiders on Wednesday said the state's restaurant and lodging sector will continue to be squeezed between inflation, labor shortages and shifting...
McKee signs bill extending outdoor dining
PROVIDENCE – Gov. Daniel J. McKee on Thursday signed into law legislation allowing restaurants to continue approved outdoor dining until Feb. 15, 2024, without...
Many ignore R.I.’s Airbnb registry, at least in Newport
Compliance problems with a state registry of short-term vacation rentals are reigniting debate over the program that went into effect last year despite a...
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