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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Restaurants Open for the Holidays 2025-26

With the holidays comes plenty of cooking, and a fair amount of frustration. If you're looking to kick up your feet and have someone else cook for you this holiday season, we have a list of restaurants that are open for the 2025–26 holiday season. Browse below for where to dine on Thanksgiving…

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Small Bites: Twin Oaks' Baked Stuffed Shrimp

***Originally posted in 2019, this recipe blog and video featuring Twin Oaks' Baked Stuffed Shrimp is a perennial favorite and perfect for the holidays.*** GoProvidence.com and the Providence Journal bring you Small Bites: Easy-to-Digest Recipes. It’s no secret that Twin Oaks Restaurant in Cranston…

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5 Places to Celebrate National Sandwich Day in Providence

Confession: I almost never manage to pack lunch. Most mornings, I'm doing good if I get out the door with my laptop and a cup of coffee. Luckily, there's no shortage of fabulous lunch spots within walking distance of our downtown office where I can grab a sandwich on the run. Here are a few of my…

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Fabulous Fall Cocktails in Providence

Fall is in the air and with it comes everything apple and pumpkin. You know it by the endcaps of the grocery stores: applesauce, apple cereal, apple and pumpkin pie mix, pumpkin hand soap and even pumpkin aftershave (yes, it’s a thing, I checked). Now, if you’re not in the mood for the basic PSL…

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Spice Up Your Menu With Fall Recipes

Autumn has arrived, and it's time to give some love to everyone's favorite fall flavor. You know it, you love it, it's pumpkin spice. But let's not forget the other unsung heroes of fall flavors: apple, pear, ginger and even caramel. While we love a good pumpkin treat (and we've got a tasty one in…

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The Best Halloweenies in Providence

HALLOWEENIES! Yup, you heard me right. Who says that hot dogs are just summer fare? Not me, give me all the brats, saugys, wieners, frankfurters and dawgs you got. Nothin’ says fall to me like mustard-colored sweaters, so why not let this inspire your plate as well? Fall is the perfect time to…

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Explore Providence's Pumpkin Spice Scene

What is it about pumpkin spice that makes us all go a little bit crazy? Whether you love it or hate it, there's no escaping this iconic fall flavor as summer transitions to autumn in Providence. If you're a pumpkin spice enthusiast like us, you're in for a treat. We've curated the ultimate guide to…

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Have a Shucking Good Time at the Ocean State Oyster Festival

Seafood lovers won't want to miss the 11th Annual Ocean State Oyster Festival (OSOF) on Saturday, Sept. 20 (1–8 p.m.) at the 195 District Park. The festival was created as a way to celebrate the oyster and highlight Rhode Island's aquaculture industry. What better way to do that than with a day…

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Celebrate National Oyster Day in Providence & Beyond

August 5 is National Oyster Day and we've rounded up all kinds of deals for you! Whether you're digging some buck-a-shuck specials or want a behind-the-scenes peek at where oysters are grown, look no further for everything you need to have a shucking good time. Buck-a-Shuck Oyster Deals From…

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