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Tara Rugg

Tara Rugg is the marketing manager at GoProvidence. She lives in Warwick with her husband, and loves spending time in Providence for dining, theater and concerts. In her free time, she can usually be found with her nose in a book.

Dave's Fresh Marketplace: Bunny Mary

Add the Dave's Fresh Marketplace Bunny Mary to your Easter menu for a fun twist on a classic brunch cocktail. We're pretty sure even Peter Cottontail will approve! Pro-Tip: For a kid-friendly bunny beverage, try Dave's Carrot Ginger Juice recipe. It's so tasty, they won't even notice the veggies…

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Spend a Day at Women-Owned Businesses in Providence

What better way to celebrate Women's History Month in Providence than by supporting women-owned businesses? If you plan your day right, you can eat all your meals, get your hair done and even do a little shopping, all at businesses owned and operated by women. Start your day with an early morning…

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Wine Experiences at the Providence Culinary Collective

Get ready to immerse yourself in the world of wine with the Rhode Island Wine Experience (Wine X) at the Providence Culinary Collective, March 26–29. From curated food and wine pairings to a Grand Tasting event, complete with panel discussions such as The Business of Wine and The Art of the Pour…

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Dave's Fresh Marketplace: R.I. Clam Chowda

February 25 is National Clam Chowder Day (although around here we pronounce it a little differently). And while we're deep in the winter doldrums, Dave's Fresh Marketplace's R.I. Clam Chowda is the perfect reminder that warmer days are coming. Add a few clam cakes and an ice-cold 'Gansett, and we'll…

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Extend Your Weekend in Providence: The Complete Itinerary

Planning a weekend trip to Providence, but can't find the time to do everything on your list? Extend your stay through Sunday night and discover why an extra day in The Creative Capital makes all the difference. From Sunday brunch to Monday morning coffee shops, we've got your complete itinerary for…

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Bring Home the Gold With Olympics Fun in Providence

With the Winter Olympics in full swing in Italy, we took a look at some of the ways you can have a little Olympic fun of your own, right here in Providence. The Providence Rink Whether you're into figure skating, speed skating or just trying to stay on your feet, The Providence Rink is a great place…

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Dave's Fresh Marketplace: Recipe for a Super Football Party

Whether you're a sports fan or not, it's hard to escape the buzz around football's biggest game. And since our local favorite team has a starring role this year, we can't wait to watch the game, check out the new commercials and enjoy the halftime show. And no matter which team you're rooting for…

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Lumina Lights Up Downtown Providence

After the buzz of the holiday season, it can be tempting to hunker down and hibernate at home for the next few months. But this year, the Downtown Providence Park Network is giving you a reason to get out and explore downtown with Lumina, a citywide light festival from February 19 to March 5. Lumina…

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