Featuring everything from Southern soul food to traditional African and Caribbean cuisines, Providence is home to a wide variety of Black-owned restaurants, food trucks and even a tea shop. Enjoy one of The District's signature pizzas for dinner or indulge your sweet tooth at brunch with the…
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Getting major anxiety every time you hear the phrase “last-minute gifts”? Below are some ideas to help you wrap up your holiday shopping. For the frazzled mom in your life ... You know, the ones who are too busy for Elf on the Shelf, or are looking in couch cushions or their car’s cup holder for…
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'Tis the season for holiday parties galore! Deciding what to make for the next holiday potluck can be a challenge, but Dave's Fresh Marketplace has you covered. These tasty Cranberry Chicken Tartlets are easy, tasty and festive enough to impress on any holiday buffet table. Best of all, you can get…
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Who doesn't love Block Island? Just 12 miles off the coast, it's a favorite destination for thousands of visitors every summer. Block Island in the winter, on the other hand, is a whole different experience. The crowds are smaller, for sure, and it's a bit chilly for sunbathing, but there's still…
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The holidays are coming up pretty quickly. What better way to get your shopping done than to support local small businesses? Thanks to the City of Providence and Providence Mayor Brett Smiley, free two-hour parking returns to parts of the city. While parking meter violations will not be issued…
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Rhode Island offers a great mix of traditional retail and unique, locally owned businesses, perfect for all your holiday shopping needs. You'll find an assortment of independent shops in Providence, including specialty stores filled with fun gifts you never knew you needed. Craftland is a quirky…
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In this episode of PVD POV , Alana and I sit down with Chris Marsella, President of Marsella Development Corporation, to delve into one of Providence’s most exciting new projects — Track 15, the city’s first-ever food hall. Set in the transformed historic Union Station, Track 15 will showcase some of…
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The Providence Flea is holding its 12th Annual Holiday Markets, kicking off Thanksgiving weekend with the Black Friday Night Market on Nov. 29 from 5:30–9:30 p.m. The Holiday Markets continue every Sunday from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. (days) and every Friday night through December 22. Each of the eight…
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One of the many great things about living in Providence is its diverse and interesting neighborhoods. There are lots of places around the city to pick up the perfect holiday gift for everyone on your list. Jump to: Federal Hill Downtown Thayer and Hope Streets Wickenden Street and Wayland Square…
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Are you ready for Thanksgiving? Sure, you've got the turkey and the trimmings, but we're talking about those little touches that make your holiday table memorable. We've been out exploring some local shops in Providence and around the state to find the perfect accessories for the host (or hostess)…
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