Author Archives: Chris

Huddle Up and Eat! Dave & Buster’s Providence unveils New Menu and Sports Bar

Not too long ago, Dave & Buster’s Providence Place was commonly heralded as the promise land of Goldfingers, Double Cheeseburgers, Virtual Tennis and Time Crisis. Although, over time, D&B began to lose its luster as the destination for all things … Continue reading

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Raise A Glass and Learn How to Love Wine with Eric Asimov

I’ve never been the “wine and dine” type. Not in the sense of taking a girl out, but rather drinking wine while eating. Order me a Heineken and I’ll be all smiles the rest of the night. Send me a … Continue reading

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Bringing Home the Bacon: The RI Squealer at Johnny Rockets

This past weekend, I stopped by Johnny Rockets in Providence for the celebration of a burger blessing. A harmonic blend of beef and bacon (60/40) create a burger so tasty, it deserves its own quirky nickname. The RI Squealer is … Continue reading

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Welcome to the Steak Jaaaammmm: Michael Jordan’s Steak House at Mohegan Sun

There’s no denying Michael Jordan is the greatest of all time. A quick glance at his resume should immediately prove his sheer dominance of the sport. Six-time NBA champion (remember the “Flu Game“?). Five-time MVP and currently the third highest … Continue reading

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Sir Kensington’s Gourmet Scooping Ketchup: Luxury in a Jar

A few weekends back I was greeted with a package on my doorstep. I meticulously scanned the box and quickly noticed a familiar name. Sir Kensington’s Gourmet Scooping Ketchup in tiny, bold lettering sprawled across the label. Oh boy! We … Continue reading

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Stay Cool and Eat: Providence Restaurant Week 2012

It’s that time of the year again. You know, the sweat as you dress, stick your head in the freezer time of year. My course of action for summer days like these usually involve a trek over to my buddy’s … Continue reading

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Celtic Pride: The Chipotle Pastrami Sandwich at Sam LaGrassa’s

Sandwiches rule all. Using 2 pieces of bread as your blank canvas, you can quickly create a masterpiece by piling on whatever the heck you want. A sandwich’s versatility is reminiscent of a modern-day Peter Sellers. From breakfast to late-night … Continue reading

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Cheers!: American Craft Beer Fest 2012

This past weekend, we attended the 5th annual American Craft Beer Fest in Boston. To date, it is the largest collection of American brewers on the east coast with a lineup including over 120 breweries and 500 different craft beers. … Continue reading

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Rocket Street Food: Prepare for Lift Off

It’s been over a year since we first ran into the wonderful folks at Mama Kim’s and this summer we are making it a priority to hit up some of the best food trucks in Rhode Island. You might not … Continue reading

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House of Nanking: The REAL San Francisco Treat!

(In case you missed it: Part 1 Part 2 Part 3) Looking back, The Big Sur continues to be my favorite experience of the road trip. But not too far behind is San Francisco, our last stop on the journey. Dealing with … Continue reading

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