We visited Trinity Brewhouse on our journey to get ALL the stamps in our RI Brewery Passport! Although we’ve already visited in the past, we wanted to follow the rules and refused to stamp our passports without trying their beers again. Unfortunately, our second experience here wasn’t as great as our first. Our Experience at Trinity…
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Best Moet & Chandon Champagne Deal: $35 at Iggy’s, Oakland Beach, RI
Moet & Chandon champagne is the ultimate fancy celebratory drink, and we had a few things to celebrate last weekend. However, we did not go to Iggy’s at Oakland Beach in Rhode Island with champagne in mind. But when we saw it on the menu for $65, which is about how much you’d pay at…
West Shore Coffee Bar in Oakland Beach, Warwick, Rhode Island
Last weekend we visited West Shore Coffee Bar and got our first taste of summer in 2021! Although they are called a coffee bar, they have a bit of everything. They serve craft beers, acai Bowls, less healthy meals, and even CBD oil alongside their delicious coffees. The staff was super friendly, and the food…
Moniker Brewery in Providence, Rhode Island
Moniker Brewery is located in Providence, Rhode Island, really close to another brewery, Beer on Earth. Isaac and I discovered it thanks to the RI Brewery Passport, an app created by RI Brewers Guild! We chose to visit Moniker out of the 30+ breweries in Rhode Island because they had a German pilsner beer on…
National Big Wind Day: Featuring Rhode Island’s Offshore Wind Farm
April 12th is National Big Wind Day here in the USA! Since moving closer to the ocean, I have experienced winds like never before! It also gave me a newfound appreciation for Rhode Island’s offshore wind farm. So I thought that today was a great day to talk about the power and potential of wind!…
PB & J’s Restaurant in Warwick, Rhode Island – The New Coney Island
Living in Oakland Beach, we’ve seen PB & J’s Restaurant on our commute. It looked like a cute place, but it was their new outdoor seating that finally convinced us to visit. We came in the late afternoon for some breakfast food but ended up getting cocktails and enjoying their seafood special. Everything was delicious, reasonably priced,…
DiVine Italian Bistro: Warwick, Rhode Island
We live in Warwick for a few months before finally finding the time to pop into DiVine Italian Bistro. When we moved to Oakland Beach, we had no idea that there were so many great Italian spots. Our first discovery was Antonio’s Bakery, where we’ve gone more times than I care to admit. Then we…
National Beer Day: Celebrating the Breweries in Rhode Island
Today is National Beer Day, among other fun holidays like Girl, Me Too, Walking, and No Housework days. You can see the other holidays on the National Day Calendar website. I chose to write about beer because lately, I’ve been actively exploring Rhode Island’s fantastic breweries. I even made up a fun fake one for April Fools…
Mushroom Beer Brewery Opens in Rhode Island: Portabeera Brew
Mushrooms are a superfood, and companies worldwide are creating new shroomy recipes that are healthier than their fungus-free alternatives. MUD\WTR makes a low-caffeine drink that gives you more energy than coffee, while Four Sigmatic adds mushrooms to their coffee! Mushrooms are even being turned into eco-friendly packaging by Ikea. Finally, the beer industry is jumping on the mushroom wagon. And the…
Shaidzon Beer Company: Rhode Island’s Breweries
We visited Shaidzon Beer Company last weekend. After getting the Rhode Island Brewery Passport, we’ve been on a mission to visit all 30+ breweries! We really enjoyed Shaidzon’s outdoor seating, and we even got to see a passing train. Take a look: About Shaidzon Beer Company ““The sun was in my eyes so I thought…
Tilted Barn Brewery: Rhode Island’s First Farm Brewery
We’ve wanted to visit the Tilted Barn Brewery for a while now. However, you need to reserve in advance as it is a trendy spot. Finally, we called right after someone had canceled, and we got to visit for 30 minutes! Since we were there for such a short time, our video is just a teaser: About…
LineSider Brewing Company: First Brewery in East Greenwich, RI
We visited LineSider Brewing Company last weekend, not knowing much about it. Basically, we just looked up breweries in our area and we went to another one first that required reservations. Next we tried this one, and we got there just before it got super busy. Turns out that LineSider was the first brewery in…
Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine – My Experience
The Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine has gotten a lot of press over the past few weeks. Lots of people have been wondering whether this single-dose vaccination is as safe and effective as the other two on the market from Pfizer-Biontech and Moderna. This article isn’t meant to weigh the pros and cons of this…
Antonio’s Bakery & Charlie’s Deli: Warwick, Rhode Island
Antonio’s Bakery & Charlie’s Deli is a locally-owned bakery and a deli under the same roof! They have been under the same ownership for 31 years and specialize in Italian pastries, bread, calzones, custom cakes, and more! Isaac and I went here during a craving for something sweet and we were not disappointed! Isaac and…
Touch of New England: A Subscription Full of Locally Made Products
Touch of New England is a company that promotes local artists from the six New England states of Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut. The products can be bought in the form of monthly subscription boxes that come in various themes. You can purchase several months worth up front or pay on…
Bristol Harbor Inn, Rhode Island: Harbor View Room, Hotel Experince
I stayed in Bristol Harbor Inn in Rhode Island for just one night. After a year of no travel and moving and noisy house construction, I badly needed a break from reality. Luckily, for just $100, I got to enjoy a peaceful 24 hours looking at the Bristol harbor from my cozy hotel room! I…
Rocky Point, Rhode Island: History, Photos & Drone View
Rocky Point is a great spot in Rhode Island for a day trip. Today, it is a state park with almost 120 acres of land. One of the highlights for me was the pier that offers breathtaking views of the ocean. If you stay long enough, you’ll enjoy a stunning sunset and even a moonrise,…
Danger Bridge at Oakland Beach – The Most Dangerous Bridge in RI?
Danger Bridge is located in Oakland Beach, yet you won’t find it on most maps. It is a great spot to view the sunset and most locals use it as a meeting spot for walks on the beach. The spoiler here is that Danger Bridge is not dangerous at all, the name came about in…
Fort Wetherill State Park: Jamestown Day Trip, Rhode Island
Fort Wetherill State Park is a great spot to visit in Jamestown Rhode Island. I wrote about it once before, but this time I did more research and even took a video. After exploring the bunker we also took a drone video of the sunset over the cliffs, you can find it at the end…
Bristol Harbor, Rhode Island: Perfect Sunset Spot
Bristol is a great place to visit in Rhode Island. It is a cute historic town and it happens to have beautiful sunsets. I spent a night at the Bristol Harbor Inn, which I will write about soon. That is how I discovered that Bristol may be one of the best places for a perfect…
Iggy’s Doughboys & Chowder House: Secret Off-Season Deals
Iggy’s Doughboys & Chowder House has secret off-season deals! During summer months, Iggy’s at Oakland Beach is swarming with tourists from near and far. As soon as swimming season wraps up, everything slows down – even during pandemic-free times. We discovered the secret off-season deals via an envelope full of Valpak coupons. They have some…
Ollie’s Pub: A Local Warwick Sports Bar
Isaac and I discovered Ollie’s Pub coincidentally, while driving to the Conimicut Village post office in Warwick, Rhode Island. It looked like a great small local spot and there was a bully-looking dog in the logo. Since we moved a few months ago, we’ve been looking for a new go-to bar in the area and…
The Cliff Walk: Scenic 3.5 Mile Path – Newport, Rhode Island
The Cliff Walk in Newport, Rhode Island is probably the single most scenic walk in this state, if not the entire East Coast. It is 3.5 miles of seaside path – sometimes on smooth pavement, other times rocks. I 100% recommend coming a little later in the day so that you get to enjoy a…
The Pub at Matunuck: Beach Dining, Rhode Island
We ate and drank at The Pub at Matunuck this past weekend. Our friend Patrick wanted to check out the surf but the rest of us wanted to stay out of the freezing water. Isaac, Jenn and I wanted to find a spot to relax while still watching the surfers. It was a super busy…
Renting a Sailboat in Newport: Rhode Island
Renting a sailboat in Newport is a great way to spend a day enjoying all the most beautiful ocean views. Keep in mind that this is for people who know how to sail already; it’s not like a paddle or row boat. A lot of skill is involved and they will test you beforehand. Plus,…
Tavern By The Sea: Historic Wickford, Rhode Island
Tavern By The Sea is a great spot located in the historic village of Wickford, my new favorite spot in North Kingstown, Rhode Island. We discovered the Tavern By The Sea by coincidence, while waiting for a spot to open up at Gooseneck Vineyards for a wine tasting. If we had more time, we would…
Apple Picking at Narrow Lane Orchard: Rhode Island
Apple picking is a fun fall-time activity popular for families all across the USA. I had always wanted to go but never got the chance until September 13th, 2020! Finally I found a cool spot to go pick some apples, Narrow Lane Orchard. It was an unexpected experience that I’d like to share. Apple Picking…
Gooseneck Vineyards: Wickford, Rhode Island
Gooseneck Vineyards was started by two cousins who have a simple life philosophy. They believe that doing what they love and loving what they do is essential to their being. Isaac and I visited Gooseneck Vineyards last week and we were surprised at how small the space was. Our first question was, ‘Where is the…
The Safari Room at Ocean Cliff Hotel: Newport, RI
The Safari Room Restaurant and Bar at OceanCliff is known for providing extraordinary culinary experiences both indoors and out. They offer a great selection of fresh local seafood, prime aged beef, and exotic house specialties. If you manage to tear your eyes off your plate, you can enjoy panoramic views of Narragansett Bay and the…
Mulberry Vineyards: Historic Chepachet, RI
The Mulberry Vineyards are located in historic Chepachet in Glocester, Rhode Island. We discovered this great spot due to a recommendation from friends who live in the area. We arrived on a beautiful day, with a large crowd sitting at a safe distance on chairs and blankets brought from home. There was live music by…
Jamestown Discovery Boat Tours: Rhode Island
Jamestown Discovery Boat Tours only river based tour boat on the James River at Jamestown Island. Their U.S.C.G. Certified pontoon boat is able to accommodate up to 28 passengers, however we only had 8 others on the boat with us. We had to keep our masks on throughout the ride except when we enjoyed our…
Fort Wetherill State Park: Abandoned Military Base in RI
Fort Wetherill State Park is located in a scenic part of Jamestown, Rhode Island. After turning my nose at seeing some old bunkers (they may as well grow on trees in my home country), I finally agreed to make the trip. Now, this may be one of my favorite places in Rhode Island. First, there…
Middle of Nowhere Diner: Rhode Island
The Middle of Nowhere Diner is located, as the name suggest, in the middle of nowhere. My husband Isaac and I discovered it on our way back from a hike at Step Stone Falls. Yesterday, I wrote about the Next to Nowhere Creamery, a place that serves delicious ice cream. It is located right next…
Next to Nowhere Creamery: RI’s Best Ice Cream
Next to Nowhere Creamery has delicious ice cream. Isaac and I discovered it on the way back from a hike at Step Stone Falls. As a Rhode Island native, Isaac had obviously heard of the Middle of Nowhere Diner but I was incredibly amused by the well-fitting name. I wasn’t hungry enough to stuff myself…
John L. Curran State Park & Management Area: Rhode Island
John L. Curran State Park & Management Area is a hidden gem located in Cranston, Rhode Island. Isaac and I discovered it the way we discover most cool parks. We searched our house on Google maps and zoomed out until we found a green spot. We saw the two ponds, got in the car and…
Camp Nowhere, RI: $3 Food & Drinks
After being cooped up at home for months, a trip to Block Island broke our stay-at-home seal. While staying at home is still the safest way to prevent the spread of COVID-19, people are beginning to go stir-crazy. While it is still best to stick to outdoor activities like hiking, there are pubs like Camp…
Block Island, RI: Visiting During a Pandemic
Isaac and I have been extremely careful since we first heard about the COVID-19. We stopped going out even before the lock-down and have done our best to stay away from people on our weekend hikes that kept us sane. After such long months of being stuck at home, we finally had a reason to…
I Got A COVID-19 Test Last Week in Rhode Island
Last week, I was one of some 2,000 people tested for COVID-19 in Rhode Island that day. Rhode Island is one of the leading states in COVID-19 testing. They are one of the few states with rapid testing by CVS, along with Connecticut, Georgia, Massachusetts and Michigan. As recent as a few weeks ago, you…
New Asia House: Sushi in Warwick, RI
New day, new sushi place discovery – coincidentally called the New Asia House! The New Asia House is by no means a new restaurant. It has been on Quaker Lane in Warwick since September 2016. While their website isn’t particularly modern or informative, you can get a lot of information about the via Yelp. We…
White Dog Distillery’s Moonshine Tasting, RI
Growing up in Europe I heard a lot of jokes made about moonshine. This led me to have quite the negative opinion about this misunderstood beverage. I remember trying a homemade batch that a friend made and it was okay. The second time I tried it was at a farmers market and it was pretty…
Whalers Brewing Company: South Kingstown, RI
My friend Matisse introduced me to Whalers back in September. Even though I live about a 45-minute drive away, we have met up there twice since! Whalers is great because of their beer, atmosphere and the fact that they are dog friendly. I’m excited to visit again once the world is successfully unplugged and plugged…
Leyden Farm Vineyard & Winery: Review
I went to a wine tasting at Leyden Farm in July 2019 and finally got to writing about it! Until recently, these tastings were available for as little as $13 for two people on GroupOn. This includes two wine glasses with the logo and I still use mine to this day! Isaac, obviously, broke his…
Plant City: Vegan Restaurant – Providence, RI
Plant City opened in Providence, Rhode Island on June 14th, 2019. It has an extremely wide selection of vegan food featuring Italian, Mexican and a smoothie bar. They also sell retail vegan products and have an amazing bar full of cruelty-free alcoholic beverages and more! “PLANT CITY is the world’s first plant-based food hall +…
Khoo Restaurant: Emergency Take-Out Sushi
Recently I wrote about my favorite sushi spot, Ye Express. We eat there every time we get paid for our traditional pay day sushi! In the past month we went overboard and ate away our COVID-19 depression here. To our absolute horror, when dining in was banned in Rhode Island, Ye Express shut down completely!…
Ye Express: My Go-To Sushi Spot in West Warwick, RI
Ye Express is a great sushi place located on Main Street in West Warwick, Rhode Island. They have a great staff that is always friendly, and the owner knew our order by heart after our third visit. Ye Express has a great combination of American Chinese food, Japanese sushi and Western alcohol – they also…
Gather Glass Blowing Studio – Providence, RI
Blowing glass has been on my bucket list for as long as I can remember. A few weeks ago, I finally got to try it at Gather Glass Blowing Studio in Providence, RI. Using Groupon, I got a discounted ticket for $60. It was so much fun that I will definitely be coming back for…
Axe Throwing in Lincoln, Rhode Island
What came first, lumbersexuals or axe throwing bars? Whatever the answer, I now regret not dressing up more appropriately on my adventure to throw axes. There’s always next time! My first time axe throwing was in Lincoln, Rhode Island at the Axe Bar – R1 Indoor Karting. I first heard of axe throwing years ago…
Ice Bumper Cars: The Providence Rink, Rhode Island
The groundhog claims that winter is almost over, but I’m not so ure. I am prepared for several more months of gloomy coldness here in Rhode Island. While it has been a warm week, I expect temperatures to drop. This doesn’t have to be a bad thing. Take advantage of this and visit the Ice…
Great Gatsby Party: 2020 Begins
We welcomed 2020 at a Great Gatsby Party benefiting the RISPCA. The event was huge and we were lucky to snag two of the last 20 tickets. Ticket prices started at $60 for early birds and went up to $500 for the VIP section. We managed to snag a wingman ticket for two at $135….
Newport Illuminated Boat Parade: Christmas in RI
The Newport Illuminated Boat Parade of 2019 took place on November 29th. The crowds were huge, the atmosphere was festive and the boats were beautiful! EDIT: Newport Illuminated Boat Parade: A kind person commented on this post and pointed out that I was confusing Newport, RI and Newport Beach in California! So I am rewriting…
Big Blue Bug: Rudolf the Red-Nosed… Termite – Christmas in RI
Move over Rudolf, bring in the Big Blue Bug! Because the residents of Providence favor a giant blue termite decked out in Christmas lights over the boring traditional reindeer. Rhode Island is a quirky little state when it comes to a lot of things. But who could have known that the smallest state with the…
Lobster Pot Christmas Tree: Block Island Tradition
Block Island is a popular summer destination for thousands of American as well as visitors from abroad. It is one of those places that is bustling in the summer and turns into a peaceful town during the colder months. However, it is still a fun place to visit during Christmas! Although the ferry ride to…
United Skates of America: Halloween Skating, Rhode Island
United Skates of America offers old fashioned skating for people of all ages. They offer rentals, snacks and other refreshments.
Exploring Rhode Island: Narraganset, Newport & Providence (Video)
Rhode Island is the smallest state with the longest name! It is a popular tourist destination and has so much to offer. Check out this video of a day exploring Rhode Island!
Exploring Rhode Island: Narraganset, Newport & Providence (Video)
Rhode Island is the smallest state with the longest name! It is a popular tourist destination and has so much to offer. Check out this video of a day exploring Rhode Island!
The Geography of Rhode Island
Encompassing only 1.212 square miles, Rhode Island and Providence Plantations is the smallest of the United States of America. Despite its size, it has a rich history, fascinating geography, and a diverse population of plants, animals and people. Rhode Island‘s landscape as we know it today was formed, along with much of New England‘s, by glacial erosion….
Vegan Guide to Block Island, RI: 2018
While the Oyster Bar’s half-shell platters and Winfield’s award-winning clam chowder are Block Island staples, local restaurants also cater to the growing vegan community. Vegan diets that exclude all animal products including meat, fish, dairy and eggs have been on the rise. The main motivations for a vegan lifestyle are health, animal welfare and the environment. Luckily, there are plenty of plant-based options all over the Island! Breakfast: Start the day…
It’s Official: We’re Moving!
Sorry for the delay in blogging! I got carried away with our move. I will resume writing posts every other day! The content of The Travel Bug Bite will keep changing and evolving. Prepare for more DIY home projects, less New York and more Rhode Island – our new home starting end of May.
Droning on Block Island, Rhode Island
Block Island, Rhode Island is an amazing spot to fly our DJI Mavic Air!
Topside Cafe 2018: Block Island, Rhode Island
Topside Cafe is a great place to grab a coffee or enjoy a meal while waiting for the ferry. It has great prices, vegan as well as meat options and their coffee is absolutely delicious! We visited on a cold winter day and enjoyed their vegan smoothie bowl while my father-in-law munched on his pulled…
Inspiring Stories: David Roosa & the Beach Cleaning Dogs
David Roosa has lived on Block Island, Rhode Island for more than 40 years now. 10 years ago in 2008 he completed his first clean up of the entire island’s perimeter. Since then, he’s gone out every morning with his pack of dogs to clean the beach! His King Charles Spaniel helpers are Finnegan, Albie,…
Block Island is going green: So can you
Roosa catalogued shocking amounts of pollution, previously reported in The Block Island Times: a total of 12,500 pounds of debris that included 57 tires, 7,000 aluminum cans, 8,500 plastic bottles, 2,000 glass bottles, thousands of plastic bags and balloons as well as 200 pounds of clothes…
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