Podcast Episode 34: The Eat Drink RI Festival in Providence
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In this episode of the Find Dining Podcast, David Dadekian of Eat Drink RI talks about the new Eat Drink RI Festival in Providence, which will showcase the best chefs and food producers of Rhode Island. We discuss hot wieners, Rhode Island-style calamari, and bars in lingerie shops.
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The Eat Drink RI Festival was on April 19-21, 2013
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The Mayor's Own Marinara Sauce
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Johnson & Wales University has an excellent culinary program
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Get a craft cocktail at Cook & Brown Public House, The Dorrance, Eddy, or Justine's
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Cochon 555 three times
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Visit the Johnson & Wales Culinary Museum
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Big Nazo defies description
Providence Dining Districts to Explore:
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On the West Side, visit Nick's on Broadway, Broadway Bistro, and North
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On the East Side, visit Farmstead, Chez Pascal, Cook & Brown Public House, and Al Forno
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Downtown, visit New Rivers
Food for Thought:
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Q: What type of food establishment does Providence have more of per capita than anywhere else?
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A: Coffee Shops. (Rhode Island runs on Dunkin' Donuts.)
Out of the Frying Pan Picks:
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Favorite Italian Restaurant: Al Forno
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Best View of Waterfire: Cafe Nuovo or Jacky's Waterplace
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Favorite Hole-in-the-Wall Spot: Los Andes
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Favorite Diner: Liberty Elm
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Favorite Place for Drinks after Work: Eddy
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Favorite Place for Dessert: Gracie's