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Jackyl’s Jesse James Dupree Visits RI with Namesake Bourbon

Jesse James Dupree, rock guitarist and lead singer in the band Jackyl, was at Haxton Liquors in Warwick, R.I., to promote the bourbon Jesse James Whiskey. With wholesaler, Johnson Brothers of Rhode Island, Dupree was on hand to promote the … Continued

RIHA CLOUMN: The Four Most Powerful Letters in Hospitality? RSVP

By Dale J. Venturini, President/CEO, RI Hospitality Association If you’re like me, you are constantly getting bombarded with invitations to various events from political fundraisers, to industry nights, to good-cause benefits and everything in between! With all of us seemingly … Continued

SERVING UP: Lucky’s Bar and Grille “Twist on a Cosmo”

Lucky’s Bar and Grille 1175 Warren Ave, East Providence, R.I. Lucky’s is a blend of Irish and American culture, and their menu is proof—from the Irish Texan burger to Dublin Nachos. Bartender: Kelly Adams Drink: Lucky’s Twist on a Cosmo … Continued

COLUMN: Melon de Bourgogne & Muscat

You’ve never heard of it? How about Muscadet (no, not Muscat)! If you’re scratching your head, you’re not alone; but, this melony-white wine from France’s Loire Valley is a fast rising star. Made from the Melon de Bourgogne grape, it’s … Continued

GALLERY: Johnson Brothers Craft Beer Tasting

Johnson Brothers hosted a craft beer tasting at the Waterman Grille in Providence on May 2, 2013. The beers featured were Fireman’s Brew, Mexcali, Left Coast, Lucky Buddha and Mythos with many different varieties of their brands for the crowd … Continued

Summer Weddings: The Drink Menu

By Marji McClure This summer, brides and grooms will most likely say “I do” to a drink menu of fresh, local offerings. According to a sampling of bar services and catering companies in Connecticut and Rhode Island, brides and grooms … Continued

EDUCATION NEWS: Getting Thoroughly Schooled at Johnson & Wales

Extensive Beverage Program Preps the Next Generation of Beverage Industry Workers By Lauren Daley There was a time when people entering the food service and hospitality industries didn’t need a specific degree. A student might graduate high school, start waiting … Continued

COASTAL COMEBACK: Hard Work Brings the Beach Back for Memorial Day Weekend

By Lauren Daley Nearly six months after Hurricane Sandy devastated the Misquamicut area of Rhode Island, almost all of the bars, hotels, restaurants and shops in the heavily commercial and seasonal area are set to reopen for Memorial Day weekend, … Continued

Millenials: Shift in Demographics Drive New Drinking Patterns

By Jeff Siegel John’s Grocery in Iowa City is an upscale wine retailer whose customers include doctors and employees of the nearby University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine. As such, says wine buyer Wally Plahutnik, his customers are knowledgeable … Continued

NARRAGANSETT RELEASES AWARD-WINNING SUMMER ALE

Narragansett Beer announces the return of summer with its seasonal craft brew, Summer Ale. Available in the classic 16 oz. Tallboys, this year Narragansett also debuts a 12 oz. can. Introduced in 2011, Summer Ale is the first summer seasonal … Continued