By Sarah Denby Best. Smashburger. EVER!!!!!!! And such a surprise! Let me backtrack a bit… A Thursday night in May, chilly and pouring rain. A grumpy husband who reluctantly filled in for a friend who suddenly had a severe bout of nausea. No parking without a giant puddle looming…. you get the idea. But we […]
By Cheikh Higgs Providence may be known for its rich colonial history and vibrant arts scene, but nestled within its urban tapestry lies a culinary journey that spans the Caribbean. While many might associate RI more with clam cakes and chowder than with rice and peas or fried plantains, Providence is quietly becoming a haven […]
By Mikayla Lee The Swimwear Struggle Starts Here My eternal search for the perfect bathing suit began back in the Summer of 2016. I had just gotten my license, Tumblr had reached its peak, and I was gayer than ever before. Having spent the school year experimenting with men’s jeans, boxers, and an embarrassing yet […]
Located in a historic mill building at 545 Pawtucket Ave. in Pawtucket, RI— just a stone’s throw from Hope Artiste Village— you could truly make a shopping day of it by tagging on this locale! As soon as you enter the building from the parking lot, you are headed into Jordan’s Jungle, a 10,000 SF […]
A really magical thing happens when you see a place (or places) you know and love on screen; you’re suddenly involved in a very different way. You might be sitting there wondering if the back of that yellow house is one you’ve walked by before, if you know one of the many artists or musicians […]
The heart of The Avenue Concept (TAC) lies outside the rear door of its facility on Lockwood Street in PVD. It’s the back wall of the one-story structure which has been spray painted with a wealth of graffiti, an art form that goes back to ancient Rome. “This is where graffiti artists, and emerging mural […]
Looking to tickle your funny bone this summer? Take a moment to step outside of the every-day existential dread, and lay into the loving lap of laughter. From Shoreline to Seekonk, RI is jam-packed with the wicked funny talent that can take you out of the serious and into the silly. Whether you’re looking for […]
Tomatoes, toast, and a little ricotta magic — your new go-to for summer gatherings. There’s something magical about the way tomatoes taste in the summer: sun-warmed, bursting with flavor. This grilled bruschetta toast is a simple recipe that lets them shine: marinated with olive oil, lemon, and herbs, then spooned over charred bread, kissed with […]
If you’ve strolled down PVD’s Westminster Street in the West End over the past few months, you might have noticed something sweet happening. Big Feeling isn’t just another ice cream shop — it’s a happy hub where founder Alex Maddalena is serving up joy, nostalgia, and, yup, big feelings with each sweet scoop he sells. […]
In today’s ever-evolving musical landscape, few projects and musical acts manage to both break the mold and blend seemingly disparate genres seamlessly and in a way that maintains a consistent sound. Enter Chalumeau — the brainchild of Katherine Bergeron and Butch Rovan, two professors at Brown University who have spent years cultivating a deep understanding […]