Tag: Kevin O’donnell
World Cup bringing new flavors to New England
A plethora of flavors and cultures will descend on the region from Boston to Providence this summer when the United States, Canada and Mexico...
5 R.I. chefs, 3 restaurants named 2026 James Beard Award semifinalists
PROVIDENCE – Five Rhode Island chefs and three restaurants were named semifinalists Wednesday for the 2026 James Beard Awards, also known as the “Oscars...
At 20, Red Stripe as vibrant as ever
Whenever a restaurant passes a milestone anniversary, it calls for a celebration. It is hard to believe that it’s been 20 years since Red...
Pizza with honor
Fifty pizzerias were recognized as the best in the U.S. by the publication 50 Top Pizza earlier this year, and they are still rightly...
Tips for the future
The Rhode Island Hospitality Association Education Foundation is an essential resource for educators, industry professionals and those seeking opportunities.
In May, the foundation hosted a...
Changing of the guard in the R.I. restaurant scene
There are signs of a changing of the guard in the restaurant scene in the state, reflected in the announcements in July of some...
New restaurateurs forge ahead amid the crisis
The changing restrictions for restaurants in recent months have been severe. Curbside pick-up only. Outdoor dining only. Capacity limits.
And now the latest: curfews that...














