Black-Owned Restaurants in Providence, Rhode Island

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. Head to Troop PVD for Poutine, a Troop Burger and a Yuzu Rice Krispie Treat. Or treat yourself to brunch…

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Dave's Fresh Marketplace: Gingerbread Waffles

Christmas breakfast should be decadent. Something so rich and tasty that it borders on dessert. And these Gingerbread Waffles from Dave's Fresh Marketplace definitely fit that description. With a mascarpone whipped cream and sugared cranberry topping, they're the perfect way to indulge after the…

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4 Last-Minute Holiday Gift Ideas

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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Dave's Fresh Marketplace: Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese

When you're over the Thanksgiving leftovers, but still craving comfort food, we've got the perfect meal for you! This Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese from Dave's Fresh Marketplace is easy to make and has just enough of the fall flavor to be a nice break from turkey, turkey and more turkey. Whip up a…

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Buy Local for the Holidays

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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A Sneak Peek Inside The Providence Flea Holiday Markets

The Providence Flea is holding its 13th Annual Holiday Markets, kicking off Thanksgiving weekend with the Black Friday Night Market on Nov. 29 from 5–9 p.m., indoors at the bright and spacious Farm Fresh RI Market Hall at 10 Sims Ave. in Providence. The Holiday Markets continue on four Sundays from…

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Enjoy Free 2-Hour Holiday Parking in Providence

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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Buy Local for Thanksgiving: 5 Holiday Essentials

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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