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Who will be next to fill the mayor's seat?

This Month 27 Delicious Neighborhood Restaurants Take a look at what makes these places little food gems

33 Providence's Next Boss

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39 City Style Luxury in East Providence 45 The Look 46 Get Fit 48 Shop Talk 51 Beauty

55 Feast Whet your appetite at the newest tapas restaurant 56 Review 59 In the Kitchen 60 On the Menu 63 Behind the Bar 64 In the Drink 66 Rhody Bites

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6 Editorâ€™s Note

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Different Strokes Celebrating local artists on the green Kara Dziobek was walking around the West Side one evening and had the sudden urge to play mini golf; unfortunately, a course does not exist in Providence. She began to imagine a golf course designed by local artists and designers to involve the creative community, and soon applied for PopUpProvidence, a program that funds temporary installations to engage the residential area. After being awarded a grant, the project began. PVD Putt Putt is a nine-hole mini golf course, with each hole designed by a local artist(s) or designer. The designs are meant to promote the local artists and highlight the creative

talent within the diverse population of Providence’s West Side. The course adds to the neighborhood activities and serves as a place for “inspiration, exploration and connection.” The course will be free to play, although donations are encouraged. Each week, donations will go towards a different non-profit in the city. PVD Putt Putt is also seeking volunteers to assist in operating the course. Make sure to check it out soon – the temporary installation is only in place until October 31. Parade Street side of Armory Park on the West Side, Providence. pvdputtputt. com. -Kristine Parker

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Wear Your City Love on Your Wrist Want to flaunt your love for your city with some funky jewelry? Well you’re in luck – we’re giving away a special handmade Joyo cuff bracelet inspired by Providence’s map. Based in Scituate, MA, designer Jenn Liddiard has been making gemstone jewelry and working as a freelance graphic designer for many years. She started her line of jewelry, Joyo, in the summer of 2012 after discovering laser technology and the potential it brought for turning her designs into jewelry. Getting inspiration from architecture, history, museums and nature, Jenn crafts quality and environmentally friendly lasercut earrings, bracelets and necklaces. With her extraordinary eye for the

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PVD’s Got Designs for Days Providence is a design city. With a strong tradition anchored by the venerable Rhode Island School of Design and a large and diverse creative community, design is kind of in our DNA. Need proof? Look up from this magazine right now and look around the room – chances are one of the people you’re seeing is at least a hobby-level graphic designer. (Alone? Congratulations, you’ve just been promoted to lead designer.) Events like a Better World by Design and Clambake have already helped to develop a strong network among designers of all stripes (graphic, product, user experience, app, etc.), so it only seems natural to

bring it all together into one big event – or rather, one big week of events. Design Week RI will launch September 17-27 with a more than a week of programming, including nationally renowned speakers, local design stars, open studio and office tours, cocktail receptions, a design hall of fame and even a design treasure hunt. As of press time, organizers are still recruiting participants to host things like “Eat & Speak” events and tours of workspaces on Open Firms Night (September 24). To get involved, or just stay updated on the schedule as it develops, check out their website. designweekri.com. –John Taraborelli

Sweet Stuff Get a Taste of the City’s Newest Ice Cream Truck Next time you see a man on a tricycle, hauling a truck behind him, stop him. The Tricycle Ice Cream Cart is the city’s newest artisan ice cream venture. These aren’t your typical ice cream sandwiches. Tricycle crafts flavors aimed at the discerning foodie. Past offerings have included Madagascar vanilla, New Harvest espresso, salty pretzel and even cereal milk (on a cornflake shortbread, of course). Tricycle utilizes organic milk and cream for their frosty treats, as well as ingredients from local

farms. The creamy concoction is then housed by two shortbread cookies. The trike makes it rounds through Providence and appears at Armory Park and the Providence Farmers Market regularly. To locate the cart full of deliciousness, check out Tricycle’s Twitter. They’re also available for catering, meaning you can host one last hurrah – with ice cream! – before autumn’s chilly winds blanket the land. 741-3549, twitter.com/tricycleRI. -Alexander Castro

Adding Color

Providence got a little splash of color recently with a new public mural. The Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC) partnered with The Avenue Concept to create a mural for the new spur of the Fred Lippitt Woonasquatucket River Greenway to celebrate the return of the river’s native herring population. The 70 ft. x 20 ft. Watershed Mural highlights the natural beauty of the river, showcasing a river teaming with herring, local foliage and wildlife, while incorporating

urban culture and reflecting hope and progress. Thanks to the hard work and artistic skill of the Avenue Concept’s resident artist, Nick Guilbert, this masterpiece is now ready to be admired. The concept started with a community project where local business owners and WRWC volunteers planted trees along the road portion of the new spur. The mural is located on the north wall of Greco Brothers Inc. 1 Greco Lane. wrwc.org -Claire Flanagan

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ambitious and well educated people. So how can you help reverse the brain drain? Help a college kid connect. Whether it’s through an internship, a mentorship, employment or even just inviting a student to a networking event, help them develop a connection to our community. College teaches kids a great many important things, but relationship building and networking aren’t

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often among them – and those are precisely the skills they’ll need in a tough job market to stand out from the next grad with the same degree and a slightly better GPA. Students who make some sort of meaningful connection while still in school are far more likely to stick around after graduation, and helping them make those connections is very easy in a small, highly networked town like this. It can be as simple as saying, “Oh, you’re interested in X? Well, let me introduce you to…” Knowing that there is someone to make a key phone call or introduction for them can be a crucial link in their post graduation plans. Students know how tough the job market is everywhere. For every one that dreams of making it big in New York City, there are two who would rather be somewhere smaller, friendlier and more accessible. They want a city where they can build a life after graduation: find a job, afford

an apartment, make some friends, maybe find a favorite bar. With those students, Providence is at a competitive advantage. We offer great quality of life at a decent cost of living, and the amenities of a big city with the feel of a small town. While we may not boast New York or Boston’s quantity of resources, we offer unparalleled access to what resources we do have. In Providence, there are likely one or two degrees of separation between a recent college grad and a leading young professional in their desired field. They can actually get in a room with someone who can help them. When they feel that sense of access to the community, it gives them incentive and motivation to stay here. Let New York lure them with the prospect of jobs; Providence will instead offer a network of people who want to help them succeed. We won’t win every time, but we’ll win enough times to make a difference. –John Taraborelli

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This month, as tens of thousands of college kids surge back into the city, the discussion will begin anew about how we reverse “the brain drain.” Every September they arrive, and every May a significant portion of them leave for good, returning home or heading off to places like New York and Boston. With our small size and bad job market, Providence isn’t the most appealing prospect for a 22-year-old kid with diploma in hand and 50 grand worth of debt hanging overhead. Fortunately, many of you reading this right now have it within your power to do one very simple thing to stem the tide. First, let’s talk about why we need to keep more graduates here. Endeavor, a nonprofit focused on fostering and mentoring “high-impact” entrepreneurs, conducted a survey of 150 founders of some of the country’s fastest growing companies and asked them, “What do entrepreneurs want in a city?” By far, the single top-rated factor was “access to talent.” According to Endeavor, “Entrepreneurs explained that they proactively sought out the places that educated and ambitious workers want to be.” It’s no accident that high impact economic clusters, like the high tech one happening in Cambridge, MA, tend to crop up around areas with a concentration of young,

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Owned by Dinis Paiva, the notable Portuguese musician, and run by his daughter Natalia Paiva-Neves, the restaurant manages to fly under the radar, but its fans are passionate about the delicious Portuguese classics served there. Order a bottle of Vinho Verde and be prepared to take your time and enjoy yourself. The wait staff is friendly, but also up front about the fact that dinner can take a little while. Don’t miss the Améijoas a Bulhao de Pato: littlenecks steamed with garlic and white wine that magically combine into the best thing you’ve ever tasted. An impressive nightly selection of specials changes often, and is heavy on fresh, local fish. But if it’s your first visit, you can’t not order the Bitoque, the classic garlicky, egg-topped sirloin, served with rice and Portuguese fries. It’s that good. Just don’t tell anyone I sent you there. I think the

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local Portuguese population likes keeping this one a secret. 579 Warren Avenue, East Providence. 438-3769 The sandwich is a universal concept. Think about it: whether it’s a burrito, a pork bun or a panini, every cuisine has a kind of carb-wrapped street food that’s easy to eat on the go. In Venezuela, it’s called an arepa. In it, a protien of your choice is sandwiched between two crispy, buttery corn cakes. Try one (or several) locally at La Arepa in Pawtucket. The restaurant serves “typical Venezuelan food,” like the Pabellon Criollo, which is stew-shredded beef or chicken served with rice, black beans and plantains, but the stars of the show are the arepas. While you can have one with shrimp, pork, chicken salad or a variety of other fillings, try the stew-shredded chicken or beef, both of which are slow cooked and

incredibly flavorful. Add queso fresco and avocado for good measure. If you prefer sweet to savory, choose a cachapa instead of an arepa, which swaps out the buttered corn cakes for a sweeter cornbread that’s just as delicious, but isn’t as easy to eat on the run. Besides the fact that there’s never a wait, the best part about La Arepa is the price: order an arepa, add plantains and rice to round out the meal, and you’ll still only spend about $10. 574 Smithfield Avenue, Pawtucket. 335-3711 While L’Antica Trattoria is technically in Providence, it’s about as far from the trendy downtown dining scene as you’re going to get. Housed in St. Bart’s Social Club, on a side street in Silver Lake, L’Antica Trattoria serves up classic preparations of old school Italian favorites. Walk into the club, and you’re welcomed

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There’s a lot to be said about the dining scene in Providence. After a lull when it seemed like nothing was opening, new restaurants are popping up all over and creating a buzz among city foodies. But, there’s something to be said for appreciating the classics - and for getting out of your regular downtown routine. Check out these neighborhood institutions for a taste of local traditions. When you think about the best Portuguese food around, unless your first thought is about your mother’s cooking, it’s probably about Madeira. The East Providence institution is so huge that it has its own lake out front (one day, if you’re lucky, you’ll get to have dinner on the boat in the middle of that lake) and still manages to have a wait on the weekends. But a little further down Warren Avenue is O Dinis, which is tiny by comparison but just as delicious.

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things. 66 Sophia Street, Providence. 942-0640, lanticatrattoria.net Just over the bridge in East Providence is Sun and Moon Korean. The unassuming storefront is easy to miss, but once you’re inside, you know you’re in the right place. The front room is mostly occupied by a diner counter, generally packed with in the know foodies. Head to the back and sit in the larger dining room. Order a sake (the restaurant serves beer and wine only) and some Fried Vegetable Dumplings with spicy sauce and vegetables. They’re hands down the best dumplings in the greater Providence area. Then, delve into Korean classics. The Bulgogi, marinated rib eye with vegetables over rice, is a solid choice, and better than at a lot of other Asian restaurants around here. If you’re feeling crazy, add Bulgogi to a stone pot BiBimBap, which is a rice bowl with six kinds of vegetables in it. You can’t cook the Korean BBQ yourself on your table like you can at Sura in Johnston, but it comes on a sizzling platter. It’s not as interactive, but let’s face it, the chefs at Sun and Moon are better cooks than you. Let them do the heavy lifting. While the restaurant is open for dinner nightly, it’s only open for lunch during the week. Plan your first visit accordingly. The cravings you’re going to get afterwards? Well, those you aren’t going to be able to plan around. 95 Warren Avenue, East

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Luigi’s Restaurant An Italian kitchen with a killer prepared foods to-go section. 1357 Hartford Avenue, Johnston. 455-0045, luigisgourmet.com

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Providence. 435-0214, sunandmoonkorean.com You’ve heard the conversation before. Hell, you’ve had the conversation before: “I don’t really like Chinese food, but (whatever place that delivers near your house) isn’t so bad.” Drop the General Tso’s Chicken, because Four Seasons Restaurant is going to be your new secret Asian food spot. A well-appointed restaurant located in an unglamorous strip mall on the Cranston/ Providence line, Four Seasons serves Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese and Thai food. Start with the Nime Chow, a steamed Cambodian spring roll

stuffed with cellophane noodles, basil and shrimp. Sure, it’s on every menu, but theirs is the best around. Then order the Delicate Beef Soup, made with lemongrass, celery and baby eggplant. The Cantonese Noodles are worth a taste, but make sure to add an extra deep fried egg on top. It’s a must. It will be a tough choice between Vietnamese Bee Bong, which is a version of a coconut curry with mint, noodles and peanut sauce, or Banh Chiaew, a pork and shrimp crepe with fish sauce and bean sprouts – so just order both. 361 Reservoir Avenue, Providence. 461-5651

L’Osteria A cozy Italian restaurant that rivals anything on Federal Hill. 1703 Cranston Street, Cranston. 943-3140

Sura Cook-it-yourself Korean BBQ (with private karaoke rooms in the back). 300 George Waterman Road, Johnston. 233-7888, sura-ri.com

The Fire Brick oven pizzas and fresh takes on Italian classics. 1874 Mineral Spring Ave, North Providence. 353-7110, thefirenp.com

Enn Japanese Innovative sushi rolls and modern Japanese cuisine. 600 George Washington Highway, Lincoln. 333-1366, ennri.com

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Age: 37 education: BA in Accounting from URI, law degree from Harvard originally from: The West End of Providence lives in: Silver Lake Former day job: Providence Housing Court Judge, tenured professor at Roger Williams University School of Law Website: ElorzaForMayor.com

Age: 35 education: Finance Degree and MBA from DePaul University lives in: College Hill Former Day Job(s): Founder and CEO of CFO, a small accounting and election compliance firm, Chair of the Providence Water Supply Board, Campaign Manager for the affordable housing bond campaign Website: SmileyforMayor.com

Age: 60 education: LaSalle Academy originally from: Federal Hill lives in: Mount Pleasant Former day job: Owner of Wes’ Rib House; City Council President under Angel Taveras Website: SolomonForPVD.com

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Age: 60 education: B.A. M.D., M.B. A. originally from: West Warwick lives in: East Side Former day job: Physician/Psychiatrist Website: Harrop.org

Age: 73 education: B.A. from Fairfield University, M.A. from Villanova, J.D. from Marquette originally from: Cranston lives in: Smith Hill Former day job: Mayor of Providence Website: CianciForMayor.com

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What’s the city’s next growth industry?

Buddy cianci

Jorge elorza

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Lack of jobs. The crime rate. The need to create better opportunities for learning for our Providence public school students.

Our three greatest, most fundamental needs are better schools, a stronger economy and safe, vibrant neighborhoods.

Finances (the collapse of the pension fund), education and safety (police reductions).

I don’t claim to have all the answers – no one person can – so I will bring people together from every neighborhood in the city to work on creative, collaborative solutions. I’ve got a track record of this: as a Housing Court Judge, I pioneered a process to hold the biggest banks in the world accountable for the abandoned properties in our neighborhoods. This had never been done before, and there was certainly no roadmap for how to achieve it. That’s the same approach I will bring to City Hall.

The city needs to enter bankruptcy (technically called “receivership” when dealing with a city) now, not later, to try to save what is left of the pension fund (now at 31% funded and sinking) and stabilize city taxes to attract business.

To nurture the job base already in place in areas of culture and tourism, and to create new areas of job growth, such as in bioscience and pharmaceutical manufacturing, by forging a stronger partnership with our great colleges and universities. To reverse the under-investment in our police department that has taken place during the past decade.

Ideally, find a single user to rehabilitate it as a headquarters for a national firm employing 5,000 people. In reality, make it an economic hub by attracting businesses to employ 5,000 people.

Preserving the base we have and expanding into jobs development with our med/ed communities, as well as developing our terrific natural asset, our waterfront.

Proven leadership.

Why are you the best choice for mayor?

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Given infinite resources, I would turn the Superman Building into a mixed use space, including residential and retail along with thriving office space designed as an innovation center for eager entrepreneurs. In reality, it’s up to the market to decide what happens.

Exports. I have proposed a plan to double our export economy over five years, which has the potential to produce over 1,500 jobs. The Port of Providence is one of only two deep water ports in New England, and it has tremendous growth potential. We also have to think of exports not just in terms of manufacturing goods and shipping them through the port – our creative services, consulting expertise, innovative technologies and culture are all highly in demand in emerging markets around the world. Because the important issues we’re discussing in this campaign – the need for better schools, a stronger economy, safer, more vibrant neighborhoods – aren’t just talking points for me. They’re the experiences that have defined my life. I’m the only candidate who understands the struggles of a working family one paycheck away from eviction just as well as I understand the struggles of the business person one tax bill away from closing up shop. I have a bold, creative vision for our future, and a pragmatic, results-oriented approach to achieving it. Plus, I’m the only candidate who is building the broad coalition of support in every neighborhood of the city to beat Cianci. A chimi from Johnny’s Chimis on Broad Street. I call them the “Dominican Whopper.” They’re so good!

Turn it over to a private development firm, whether or not we have infinite resources – we can let a free market decide. In reality, the city could take a percentage interest in the business depending on the need to delay tax payments the developers might need.

Medical technology in the newish “Knowledge District,” although the arts have been growing slowly and can be expanded as well.

I have realistic, if somewhat unpalatable, solutions to the city problems. I am the ultimate outsider (a Republican!) to clean up city hall.

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The struggling state of our public schools, the crime and violence in our streets, and the lack of job opportunities for neighbors in every corner of Providence.

The next mayor of Providence needs to focus on three things – creating jobs, improving our schools and revitalizing every neighborhood in the city. These three issues are the focus of my campaign.

We need to eliminate the car tax and lower residential and commercial property taxes, rebuild Providence’s financial foundation and restore and rebuild the collapsed functions of Providence city government like public safety, education and job creation.

For schools, my plan involves giving more autonomy and career development opportunities for teachers, fixing our crumbling infrastructure and conducting a biannual performance review to ensure we’re spending our money in ways that most directly benefit our students. On public safety, my plan involves putting more officers on our streets, strengthening the community policing model, being proactive about illegal guns, and improving data and technology. And my jobs and economic development plan includes changing the culture in City Hall, focusing on our arts, culture, design industries, investing in a working waterfront and playing a larger role in the regional economy.

The foundation for addressing these problems is improving our schools, because strong schools lead to strong neighborhoods. I have a $250 million plan to rebuild our worst schools. Some of our schools are over 100 years old and it shows. My 10year plan would make our schools first-rate learning centers and create 2,000 jobs. Our neighborhoods also need to be safe. Our police force is the smallest it has been in decades. My first act as mayor would be to call for a new police academy to train 40 more officers.

Eliminating the car tax and lowering property tax is a two part plan: first, together we can generate the revenue to offset the taxes by taxing Brown University; second, we need to reduce the city’s bond indebtedness by having a statewide bond issued at a lower interest rate. We can rebuild Providence’s economy by generating new sources of revenue and equally applying taxes. We will reduce the city bond debt, bring in state and federal money for jobs projects. We must rebuild our infrastructure of our schools and education system through the budget. We need to push for more state aid and federal grant monies through a larger grant writing process with a focus on students getting the skills needed for employment. Finally we need to focus on rebuilding jobs in Providence through state and federal jobs projects but also by creating business incubators for those with similar talents.

Any use associated with the Superman building should build upon the growing work/live community downtown. Providence is developing an identity as an entrepreneurial hub. I would like to see the Superman Building revitalized as an entrepreneurial partnership between the city, state, and our colleges and universities.

The Superman Building would be best in the hands of a private developer who is given tax, zoning and state aid help. If the Superman Building goes into the hands of the city through tax sale or even if it does not, the city will help bring in a national business to locate on the first floor like a financial services company or a national restaurant chain like the Hard Rock Café. This will help to bring the heart of the city back to life and beating again.

We are perfectly situated to grow our arts and healthcare industries. I strongly supported the development of the URI/RIC Nursing School to ensure that Rhode Islanders would be prepared for job growth in the healthcare industry. This is also why I strongly support more arts and science in our curriculum. We need to be preparing well-rounded high school graduates, because they are the workforce of tomorrow.

The city will not grow under the leadership of my opponents, all of whom are linked to either this administration, a prior administration or Brown University. If we the people are elected, the growth will come in every direction and in every field, including the colleges, hospitals, corporations etc. In Mathew chapter 7 it says, “You will be able to tell them by their fruits. Can people pick grapes from thorns, or figs from thistles? In the same way, a sound tree produces good fruit but a rotten tree bad fruit. A sound tree cannot bear bad fruit, nor a rotten tree bear good fruit.” I am the good tree.

The Superman Building is an important commodity and I will work hard to see it put to good use. When it comes to public subsidy, this can only be justified for something in the public interest. I would be open to exploring options for affordable housing, live/work space, and alternatives that provide an important resource for our community. I’m also interested in developing short-term strategies to enliven the space, such as lighting the building or holding public art displays that involve everyone from RISD students to professional artists.

The three areas for growth that I’ve focused on are our growing our “meds and eds” economy by working in closer partnership with hospitals and universities, investing in our arts, culture and design industries, and finally creating a thriving, working waterfront.

The people of Providence deserve to know exactly what their next mayor plans to accomplish and exactly how we’ll do it, and I’ve consistently been the one to tell them with detailed, substantive plans to address the important issues facing our city. I’ve been a leader in progressive causes throughout my career. I’ve worked for the last two mayors, chaired the Providence Water Supply Board, and have experience up at the State House. And I’ve built a citywide coalition with support in every neighborhood and the type of wide reaching ground game necessary to beat Cianci in November. When it comes to the City of Providence, I know what needs to be done, I know how to get it done, I know how to get it done the right way.

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I have spent the last three years pulling Providence back from the brink of bankruptcy. Now, with our financial footing regained, we need to move forward with a bold vision. I have a vision that will make Providence a city of opportunity for all. I want to be a mayor for every family in every neighborhood.

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My mother was an immigrant factory worker who came home with her hands colored red from making roses in the mills. After losing both my parents at an early age, I went from being an orphan to going to Classical High School to graduating from Boston University with an Electrical Engineering degree. Together, we will serve the people of Providence to bring about the city of God.

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providence used to be called the renaissance city under your leadership. if you’re elected, what would be our new nickname?

how do we get universities to be more engaged with the city?

What’s wrong with the Renaissance City? It’s emblematic of our iden-

really partner with us to improve our school system and expand educational

city. Don’t we need another renaissance? Buddy

choices with charter schools. This plus means-tested improve our educational system. Daniel Harrop

tity as an inventive,

creative and innovative American Cianci

We can stop nickel and diming them with PILOT programs and ask them to

What’s your plan for attracting business to providence? We’re going to rebuild trust in local government by being strong on ethics and transparency. Next, we’re going to build off of our strengths, like the Port of Providence, the arts and culture community, and the universities and hospitals. And last, we’re going to build in a way that is inclusive and engages the great diversity that exists in the city. We have so much to build off of and to be optimistic about.

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providence residents are feeling overtaxed, but we all know the city is broke. is there a solution? What is it? The solution is to cut costs and raise revenues. To propel efficiencies in government, expand Providence’s tax base, and use smart growth principles to maximize the utilization of the property within our city. Buddy

Cianci

how do we improve public transportation? Invest in it. The state and city need to commit to a

long-term plan for improving and investing in

our infrastructure. We applied for federal funds for a streetcar this past spring. Other cities have catalyzed economic development by

putting rails in the ground, because it shows a real commitment to public

transit. The city should also continue to incorporate public transit into infrastructure investments. For example, bike share lanes have been striped along key roads as part of the $40 million bond repaving and the city has moved forward with plans for a bike share program.

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how do we generate more jobs in a city that’s notoriously unfriendly to small businesses? The first step is to

get rid of the “know a guy” culture in City Hall. You shouldn’t have to know someone, or be related to someone, to get something

done, and you certainly shouldn’t be treated like a nuisance rather than a customer when you walk in the door. And too often, when that record is finally pulled, it’s on an index card in a file cabinet rather than an easily accessible, publicly viewable electronic file. We need to automate

more services so that people

don’t have to take time out of their busy schedules to go down to City Hall in order to submit basic paperwork for their businesses. Buddy Cianci’s candidacy reminds us of the pay-to-play era for businesses in our past, and I’m fully committed to a City Hall that levels the playing field for all our residents and values honesty, transparency and integrity in the highest regard. it’s been a central theme throughout my entire campaign. Brett

how do we reduce university “brain drain”?

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Do you see any way to cut the commercial, property or auto taxes?

mechanism that allows non-profits to grow without hurting property tax payers. I will

Bankruptcy will allow us to significantly cut our debt payments,

aggressively push for the state to reimburse the city for a portion of income tax dollars

including payments to the unjust pension system we now have (fire-

jobs at our non-profits. We should want them to expand, but first we have to make sure we can afford it. Michael Solomon

man retired on a near $200,000 pension!), which will bring down

garnered from new

many residents are unsatisfied with the expensive overnight parking situation. What’s your plan for improvement? Together we will create citywide overnight parking that is permit free for renters and property owners, more parking garages, and an office specifically in charge of new parking development.

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What’s your stance on the 38 Studios bonds? I believe we should not repay the 38 Studios debt once

has been determined.

criminal activity

If the bond rating agencies then dropped the

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Executive Director, Providence Public Library So I realize that you’re not actually a librarian, but still… you don’t dress like the typical librarian. Funny you should mention it, but I actually am a bonafide librarian. I received my master’s degree in Information and Library Science from Pratt Institute in New York. I even taught there as an adjunct professor. Tell me a bit about your style. It’s hard for me to describe my style, because I think I dress pretty differently from most men out there. When I was a child and teenager, my mom always talked me out of wearing whatever was hot or trendy. And thus my style was born: the words smart (hopefully), eclectic, colorful and classic come to mind. Keep in mind when I use the word “classic” I don’t just mean traditional – I think the word classic refers to lines, shapes and also to items that are so far out they’ll always feel current. I love bright colors and patterns, and I love mixing them all together. I also prefer natural fabrics that breathe; most of my wardrobe is made of cotton or wool.

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Is this a work outfit for you, or is it going out attire? This is a work ensemble if I have to go to a meeting, or if I’m feeling in the mood to dress up more. My work uniform is usually a patterned shirt and tie. Sometimes I’ll swap out a cardigan for a jacket in the winter; my favorite is a bright orange one that I’ve been wearing for years. My looks are usually day-to-night, although if I have a formal event I sometimes swap out casual pants for dressier ones. Where do you like to shop? My favorite designers are Marc Jacobs and Paul & Joe. Everything Marc Jacobs designs always fits me pretty much perfectly, whether it’s the collection or the second line. This blazer is a Marc by Marc Jacobs that I got at Bloomingdale’s in New York. Paul & Joe is my favorite place to shop for patterned dress shirts. I usually stock up when I’m overseas in London or Paris, and they also have an outpost

in Los Angeles. I also like patterned socks. I tend to get those all over, but Topman sells great inexpensive socks with fun patterns. I notice you pay a lot of attention to the accents. It’s funny, I actually purchased all of these items separately, so I’m always amazed at how it goes together. I always look for a common thread in the elements – whether it’s a specific color or pattern motif. I try to steer clear of being too matchy-matchy, but at the same time I’m aiming to create a coherent look. I also strive for balance with patterns and solids. Sometimes a solid belt can be the connector between two disparate patterns. That said, I also have several basic accessories that I feel go with anything: a pair of classic patent leather loafers in black or brown, a studded brown belt, etc. And then sometimes there’s that great accessory that is so far out that it goes with anything. What kind of fit do you look for? Fit is essential, and I’ve passed up many items that I’ve pined over the pattern or color because they didn’t fit properly. Being vertically challenged, I tend to aim for things that fit snugly but comfortably and not too tight. Most pants and jackets are made for taller men, so I usually end up tailoring whatever I buy. Pants can be the hardest to find, and when I find a pair that fit well (slim but not too slim), I usually stick with that one brand and style and then purchase two or more pairs. And now, a word about shoes… I have a few opinions on shoes. I sometimes think they should disappear, and then sometimes I think they should stand out. They should always complement the overall look. My shoe collection varies from more classic styles to the ones I’m wearing in the photo. There’s nothing like a clean, shiny loafer to pull together a look, and I wear those often. I also wear more colorful ones like the blue ones in the picture. I think it’s safe to say those are my only blue suede shoes.

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City Style |

Get Fit

By Jen Senecal

Beautiful BUTI

A new kind of yoga workout in Cranston When I first heard

the words “BUTI Yoga” I’ll admit that I had visions of a yoga class with a whole lot of booties up in the air. Not that I had any issues with such a thing, but I was curious to know more about this recent nationwide soulful and tribal phenomenon. BUTI, which comes from the Marathi word meaning “the cure to something hidden below the surface or kept secret,” is a female-empowering lifestyle brand whose main mission is to help women unlock their true physical and emotional potential, while cultivating a community of strong, confident women. Their signature style fuses yoga, tribalinspired dance and plyometrics into a high-intensity workout that transforms the body from the inside out. Founded by fitness expert Bizzie Gold, BUTI Yoga was born from a combination of personal trauma, postpregnancy weight gain and a sense of overwhelming life circumstances. Finding it difficult to go back to teaching traditional yoga, Bizzie felt inspired to move her body in a different way to work through the pain, trauma and extensive weight gain and feel like a strong, sexy woman again. In turn, she created a much-needed form of movement to help women not only achieve physical results, but find themselves. When I learned that BUTI Yoga was being taught at Defying Gravity School of Dance in Cranston, to say I was eager to check it out is an understatement. The moment I was greeted by instructor Alyssa Mandeville, I was already impressed. Physically, Alyssa is a powerhouse – one of which clearly stated hard work and dedication. Even more apparent than her outward strength was the spirit of her happiness. Her ear-to-ear smile didn’t leave her face the entire time I spoke to her and it was clear she was passionate about the discipline I was getting ready to take part of. Alyssa’s fitness background was one of rigorous training – running four to

five miles a day and heavy weightlifting. When a friend mentioned BUTI Yoga to her, she tried it and loved it, which prompted her to commend it on BUTI Yoga’s Facebook page, where she was challenged by creator Bizzie Gold to practice it, and only it, for one month. Alyssa did just that and was hooked, never looking back. For her, BUTI became her everyday sanctuary and an empowering place of peace, strength and emotional release, as she grieved the loss of her eldest daughter and father. It changed her life for the better, building confidence and allowing her to believe in herself and in her tribe of supportive women joining along for the ride. When class was ready to get started, Alyssa dimmed the lights and lit candles. The ambiance is one that promotes self-confidence and embracement of your body. One where you feel strong and sexy as the lights go down and you begin to move your hips. One where if you want to rip your shirt off and go at it in just a sports bra, you won’t be judged. It was a room set for

transformation of body, mind and spirit and a safe place to just let go. She cranked the music (which, by the way, was the best music I’ve heard played in any fitness class I’ve ever taken) and we moved into position. The next hour was nothing short of amazing. It was also nothing short of hip circles, bootie thrusts and other lower-body movements I’d break out walking down the street if it was socially acceptable. We didn’t stop moving for an hour. We’d circulate from a yoga position, to a plyometric in that position to a hip opener – which is what BUTI emphasizes, since women tend to hold a lot of stuck energy in their hips. Every single move also engaged every ounce of my core. There were times that I felt like I was belly dancing and times where I felt like I was performing a spiritual tribal ceremony and times where I felt straight up primal and sweaty. In fact, my entire body, down to the end of my ponytail, was blanketed in sweat throughout this entire class and it was a sweat that made me feel beautiful.

I was captivated by Alyssa’s movements as she taught class. She was clearly really good at this (and incredibly flexible), which blew my mind for someone having zero yoga background (and a lot of muscle-tightening weightlifting) before starting BUTI. I am as flexible as a steel rod and my hips didn’t do quite what hers did (even though they felt great trying), but from speaking with her and the other regulars in class, it was apparent that consistently attending this workout could quickly fix that. I loved how BUTI Yoga made me feel. Like a kick-ass, confident and sexy woman who just had one hell of a workout. It will gladly become part of my weekly routine and you might just want it to become part of yours.

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blouse and patterned thick-rimmed eyeglasses. I compliment her impeccable taste and she thanks me graciously. “I choose everything myself,” she says. “I attend a lot of trade shows and I try to buy American-made whenever possible.” Florence has been in business for 32 years now; this is F. Bianco’s third retail location. “We opened here in late June,” she tells me. “I was in Garden City forever but then this space opened up and I decided that it was time to close up shop and move to Providence.” Florence notes that she has a very loyal client-base; many have already come to check out her new city digs. “They’ve even brought me flowers!” she exclaims, gesturing at the blooms that surround her register. F. Bianco’s collection of women’s clothing includes gowns, cocktail dresses, jeans, slacks, basic tops – tanks start at $38 – luxurious cashmere sweaters, accessories and more. I fall madly in love with a graphic bustled number that could be worn either low as a long skirt or high as a tube top dress. It reminds me of the artsy, designer pieces sold in high-end boutiques in Paris and Lisbon. Lying on the countertop are three of the most buttery-soft leather sleeveless tops that I’ve ever laid eyes on; in black, cream and olive green, the

lightweight button-down tanks could be dressed up or down. I envision myself in the cream top, with ripped skinny jeans and sky-high heels. But then again, the olive tank would go fab with a printed pencil skirt and loads of gold jewelry. “It’s washable leather!” Florence tells me excitedly. “Isn’t it wonderful?” Indeed. The accessory and jewelry section at F. Bianco is pretty wonderful, too. From bedazzled rock ‘n’ roll cross necklaces to RI-made fabric wrap bracelets to glam chandelier earrings, there are items to suit women of all ages and items to “go” with any aesthetic. A few oversized cotton and silk scarves just call to be on hand in case of a chilly evening. They’re the perfect accompaniment to a basic solid tank dress. “I really love it here in Providence,” Florence tells me with a smile, “and I’m excited to be here in Wayland Square. It’s a great location with great people.” And in my opinion, F. Bianco is a better-than-great addition to our local shopping scene.

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than a random compliment? Especially when you’re having a bad day, or not feeling particularly great about yourself, a few words of encouragement can really do a lot for your general level of happiness. But what if you didn’t have to wait for a serendipitous moment? Ello Pretty, a new beauty lounge on Valley Street, is the kind of place where you don’t just go to look good, you feel good while you’re there. I’d driven past the unassuming exterior of Ello Pretty, housed in an old mill in Olneyville, many times and wondered what it was. I’m a sucker for promises of prettiness. But from the outside, which is a heavy brick facade, it was hard to tell. Once I was inside, though, I understood: sunlight flooded through the huge windows and onto the gleaming recovered wood floor. It’s a space filled with beauty, not just from the decor, but from the people inside. Owner Jessica Whittington greeted me at the door. “What a gorgeous space!” I exclaimed to her. “Thanks,” she said, not missing a beat. “It thinks you’re fabulous too.” I was there on a Friday afternoon, tired from a long work week, and in need of a boost before heading out for a Friday night date night. She sat me down in her chair and asked me what we’d be doing. You know how it’s hard to look good when you don’t feel great? I basically gestured at my hair and face and said,

“fix this.” We decided on a blowout and some makeup, and I sat down at the sink to start. The minute the water hit me, I relaxed. But that probably had a lot to do with Jessica’s bubbly energy, too. As she washed, she told me about the inspiration for Ello Pretty. “It’s what my husband says to me when he sees me,” she said. “He’s British, so he drops the H.” She and her friends started using it on each other, and noticed how much that little compliment did for their spirits. Hence, the name for the salon she opened this spring with fellow stylist and makeup artist Nicole White. She also told me about the Teaching Pretty workshops that they host every month, on topics like DIY blowouts and new makeup techniques. It turns out, pretty isn’t just how Jessica and Nicole make you look – it’s how they make you feel, too. And that starts with how they talk to each other. As I sat, having my hair blown out by Jessica, Nicole was at the chair next to us, adding hot pink highlights to a brunette’s hair. They bantered between them, using “Pretty” as a nickname, not just an adjective. It was really sweet to hear, and added a lot of positive energy to the room. As Jessica was finishing my hair, Nicole called over, “she can set pretty while I do her makeup.” Yes, thank you. My hair could set pretty, instead of just setting and cooling, while I had my makeup done. Then, Nicole went to work. While she

was doing my makeup, we were swapping makeup tips, talking about our favorite shades of MAC shadow. She also gave me some ideas for inexpensive European makeup brands that are worth checking out. We went for a neutral eye and a bright pop of raspberry lip – what else do you want in the summer? – finished off with a set of mink lashes. My makeup was perfect. Though Nicole used a liquid foundation, she used one sheer enough that my summer freckles showed through, “because it would be a crime to cover those,” as she said. I was ready for the night. In Pride and Prejudice, Jane Austen penned one of the world’s most famous opening lines, that, “it is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.” A more modern truth universally acknowledged is that there’s no better way to start a summer weekend than with a trip to the beauty parlor. After all, if you feel good about yourself, you’re already primed to have the most fun possible. I left Ello Pretty looking great, feeling better, and ready to make the most of the days ahead.

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olneyville’s new tapas restaurant is worth a taste Worcester location has garnered positive reviews for over seven years. Their Providence restaurant is located next to the Plant on Valley Street, a space formerly occupied by Cuban Revolution. The layout hasn’t changed much, but it’s been updated with new furniture and art. Bocado means “bite” in Spanish, an apt choice for the restaurant’s tapasbased menu. Everything can be ordered à la carte, but the “Bocado Experience” packages are a good way to turn tapas into a meal. We ordered the Experience for four, a choice of four charcuterie and/or cheese items, eight tapas plates, a paella or large dish and a dessert. Normally $135, it was offered for $119.80 extended from Providence Restaurant Week. We started with a pitcher of house sangria ($23), pleasant and not overly sweet. The Charcuteria Y Queso (cheese and charcuterie) list features eight meats and seven cheeses (normally 1/$7, 2/$12, or 3/$16). Our four

choices arrived on a large platter with a warm baguette. One was the classic Jamón Serrano, thinly-sliced dry-cured Spanish ham. Pato de Fumar, smoked duck breast with balsamic syrup, was hot-smoked in house and not very bold. The Cabra al Pimentino was a goat cheese similar in texture to manchego, a subtle paprika-rubbed rind adding more color than flavor. Our standout item was the Queso de Cabro con Miel, a recommendation from our server. A round of fresh goat cheese was deep fried, drizzled with honey and served with almonds. Unlike some fried cheeses, it remained crispy, light and clean. Our table of food enthusiasts were serious enough to approach the daunting task of choosing eight tapas by digging for a pen and scribbling on the back of a receipt. From the selection of over 40 tapas, we aimed for a representation of different flavors, choosing from the frias (cold tapas), calientes (hot tapas) and the monthly specials. Our first arrival was a Vegetable Terrine ($7.50), a layered loaf of roasted eggplant, red and yellow peppers, sun

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tomato oil. I always find terrines an elegant tribute to good vegetables, and this was no exception. The Bistec Crudo ($9) was a taste of thinly-sliced beef carpaccio drizzled with rioja syrup. In the corners of the rectangular plate, we found dark and sweetly bitter fried garlic and several pieces of manchego cheese. The Atún de Bocado ($12) had slices of raw tuna dotted with a spicy avocado sauce. We fought over the two adorably waffled sweet potato chips. We felt compelled to order the classic Tortilla Española ($5.5). A tapas staple, it’s a cold thick omelet made with potato. This one was served with a giant spoonful of tapenade and topped with red pepper crème fraiche. After our first pitcher of sangria, we switched to this month’s special version, La Menta, made with elderflower liqueur and mint ($32/pitcher), a bit sweeter than the house version. Our next dish, Piquillo Rellenos ($8), was two small peppers stuffed with a

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separately from the other ingredients. Nonetheless, the quantity and quality of meat and seafood was good. Dessert provided a nice ending. A fruit-garnished flan ($7) was easy to split. Four freshly fried churros ($6) were served with a warm chocolate dipping sauce. Traditionally, tapas are bar snacks to accompany drinks. In this sense, Bocado isn’t quite traditional, but the restaurant’s spaciousness and broad menu turn the tapas experience into a satisfying dinner. The long bar, open space and ample seating make this new spot especially good for large groups and after-work fetes.

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devin ramos of avenue N on modern comfort food Devin Ramos has always been adventurous with food. From a very young age, he would have grocery store adventures with his mom where they would pick out things they’d never seen before and come up with a dish at home. This and other experiences propelled him to pursue an associates degree in Culinary Arts from Johnson & Wales University. Now he is the Chef de Cuisine at Avenue N in Rumford.

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Are there any memorable chefs that you have worked with? I worked for a lot of great chefs but I would say Steven Davenport chef/ owner of Parkside Rotisserie and Bar. I worked there for nearly four years and it’s where I first learned the importance of local food and the community. Steve was like a father/mentor to me while working there. It’s where I learned the classical French cuisine that I use as the foundation of my dishes. What is the biggest influence on your cooking today? I would say seasonality. Growing up in Puerto Rico, it’s summer all year round, so we always have the same produce. In New England I get to play with different things all the time. I feel like every week there is something new to cook. It keeps things interesting and makes it fun for me.

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How would you describe your style of cooking? New England comfort food but with a modern, seasonal twist. Is there a region where you draw most of your inspiration? Mostly New England. I love the whole clambake, Italian and Portuguese mix of food. What is your favorite item currently on the menu at Avenue N? I tell everyone the fried oysters, but the truth is that they really are. We get our oysters directly from Mark Boucher, owner of Plum Point Oyster out of North Kingstown. The simplicity of the dish is what makes it great: lightly fried and the horseradish mustard sauce makes it the perfect bite. What is your favorite dish you’ve created at Avenue N? The malt glazed wings. It’s where I got to use Malta, which is a very popular malt beverage in Puerto Rico. Parents (like my mom) used to put it in our lunch bags for school when we were kids. It seems like a lot of the menu is comfort food that has been kicked up a notch. Was that one of your goals with the menu? Avenue N has always been about progressive comfort food. With such a neighborhood following we want to

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Producing the Perfect Pickle Fox Point Pickling Company’s big dreams Fox Point Pickling Company began innocently enough. Two years ago, when Ziggy Goldfarb followed his wife to Providence, he bought a pickling kit “as a gag.” The combination of leftover vegetables from his CSA box and some underemployment led Ziggy to busy himself pickling. Eventually, through trial and error and a lot of experimentation with spices, he got rather good at it. The idea about a pickling business started to develop in his mind… ferment, if you will. When his contract for his marketing work in Boston expired, he began to take the idea more seriously. There are over 1,200 farms in Rhode Island, he realized, and no local pickling company. Why couldn’t his be making the Rhode Island pickle? What separated this dream from so many other semi-serious unemployed musings was that it found an opportune incubator in Warren’s brand new Hope & Main project, whose expressed aim is to help food entrepreneurs like Ziggy in their first years of business. Ziggy had a good idea, and a good recipe, but as he explains, “I came from a different background; I worked in marketing and PR; I’ve never worked in a commercial kitchen.” For Ziggy, shopping around for a commercial code-compliant kitchen was prohibitively expensive, as he’d be learning on the job as he navigated foreign territory, all while paying for the privilege. When Ziggy found out about Hope & Main, it seemed a perfect match. Apparently they concurred, as he was one of the first applications they accepted. Hope & Main offered him instruction in the use of a fully functional commercial kitchen, as well as the infrastructure and support necessary for all other aspects of the business. While he feels quite comfortable on the marketing end, Ziggy has found this operational instruction and their mentoring programs invaluable. For example, he spoke highly of a recent workshop on product pricing. Led by Blount Fine Foods for Hope & Main, it helped bring clarity to what would have otherwise involved some element of guesswork. Turning to the pickling itself, Ziggy’s will keep things simple at first with just garlic dill pickles and the spicy dills for those who “like a bit of kick.” Sales will be fairly streamlined as well, keeping to farmers markets as well as at select

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gourmet retail outlets. On the sourcing side, he will of course be using our local farms. At first he will keep things small, but next year he hopes to build a big inventory by “working his [acidic brine] off over the summer.” Ziggy also has some future plans for product when he gets up and running. One idea is for seasonal small batch runs, for instance pickled pumpkin come fall. Another is for a bloody mary mix, which he trialed to thirsty friends last summer with great success. Even in these early days, signs are promising. Ziggy quickly smashed through his kickstarter goal, raising over $14,000 for materials for jars and labels. His pickles also enjoyed a successful weekend at the Newport Folk Festival as they were featured as part of Small Batch America’s Snacking Program. facebook.com/FoxPointPicklingCo Elmwood Diner Reinvigorates Historic Eatery The Elmwood Diner has been known by many names – most recently the Liberty Elm – and has had many different coats of paint over the years, but beneath it all is rail car number 806, built in the 1940s and recognized on the National Register of Historic Spaces. Zoë Neves, Paul Smith and their four children are the latest chapter in the little car’s big history, as they reopened as the Elmwood Diner in April. More than just a cute face, the diner features a more forward-thinking and focused menu that is dominated by local producers like Baffoni’s Poultry Farm, Pat’s Pastured and more. The Elmwood is open Tuesday through Sunday from 7am to

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Tiki Revival on Westminster aurora adds some seasonal flavor (and live music) downtown Former Stonington, CT resident Audrey King came to Providence to study painting at RISD; she stayed because she liked the city so much. Try one of her refreshing sippers any Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. Be sure to ask her about her love for Luxardo Maraschino liqueur.

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What is Aurora? This is an arts and events space. Last night we had an experimental film showing followed by live bands. Local artwork is hung on the walls. We have a monthly salsa night. The bar is open even when there isn’t a scheduled event. Come in and enjoy projected videos, films and music and a selection of bar snacks. What will Aurora be known for? Accessible craft cocktails. Some people are intimidated by craft cocktails but these are very simple and have a tiki vibe. Try our Painkiller – a frozen draft daiquiri – or the House Punch made from a really old recipe. Or enjoy a Slow & Low Old Fashioned on tap. Jay Carr from The Eddy is consulting on this project. How old is the House Punch recipe? It’s so old; George Washington drank it. It’s made with Appleton Estate Vx rum, Korbel brandy, Luxardo Maraschino liqueur, Paul Mason peach brandy, green tea and lemon.

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Why the name, “Aurora?” The owner, Buff Chace, named the space after Sleeping Beauty – a creature that wakes up from a ten-year sleep. Which cocktails should not be missed? Kosmos, which features a flaming orange peel. It’s made with Skinos, a Greek spirit that’s kind of birchy. Add Sobieski Cytron vodka, lime juice and Fruitations cranberry syrup. The flaming orange peel sends a spray of citrus oil; it adds a burnt orange flavor to the cocktail. Don’t miss the Boring (Alice) El Diablo made with a really good super spicy tequila; Tanteo Jalapeño Tequila, Merlet crème de cassis, lime juice and Barritt’s Ginger Beer.

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How did you get into making exotic elixirs? After graduating from RISD, I just fell into it. I was hired at a high volume bar with no experience. I like talking to people and hearing their stories. I like the banter and the bar atmosphere. I fell in love with craft cocktails. It’s a more creative version of bartending. You get to make different flavor combinations. Test things out. It’s more visually pleasing. That’s what I like about tiki so much – crazy garnishes, just the whole esthetic of it is really fun. I just want to serve people drinks in coconuts. What’s your favorite tiki cocktail? Zataran Storm as featured in a Beachbum Berry tiki book. It’s made with Appelton Estate Jamaican Rum, Angostura bitters, Luxardo Maraschino liqueur, St. George raspberry liqueur, lime juice, vanilla syrup and ginger beer. It’s a little tart from the raspberry and spicy from the ginger. This drink combines all these different flavors and creates something totally new. It’s a well-balanced cocktail; no one flavor steals the show. I love the way it tastes.

What’s a good example of a tiki cocktail? Mai Tai, but most people make that one wrong. Fresh lime juice, orange curacao, orgeat syrup, sugar syrup, dark Jamaican rum and Martinique rum. Orgeat syrup is what gives it its character, which I love. It’s awesome. It’s like almond and orange blossom water. Golden Dream is a good one, too. Made with Giffard triple sec, OJ, cream and Galliano served over crushed ice. It’s like an herbal orange creamsicle. If you’re not in the mood for a tropical libation, what else can you order? We have craft beer, craft cocktails, a small selection of wine and specialty non-alcoholic drinks like the Roy Orbison. It’s like a Shirley Temple, but cooler. It’s made with Jack Rudy small batch grenadine and ginger beer.

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Rue De L’Espoir Rue De L’Espoir – the “Rue” to locals – is a Providence institution. The menu mixes French and Italian influences, incorporating the techniques and traditions of both, but approaching them with its own distinct sensibility. Using local, sustainable ingredients whenever possible, The Rue not only creates delicious dishes but has won three consecutive Green Certification Awards from the Rhode Island Hospitality Association and Department of Environmental Management. Under Chef Tim Kennedy, the food follows the seasons, with

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Dragon Palace Fresh sushi and Asian cuisine. 733 Kingstown Rd, Wakefield, 789-2308. LD $-$$

Guytanno’s Cafe Inspired international cuisine. 62 Franklin St, Westerly, 3846221. LD $$

2 Pauls’ City Grille Comfort food with a family feel. 315 Waterman Ave, East Providence, 228-7285. BrLD $-$$

Caprice Restaurant & Bar Upscale Italian, romantic atmosphere. 455 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-2900. D $$-$$$

Eleven Forty Nine City sophistication in the suburbs. 1149 Division St, Warwick, 884-1149. LD $$$

Hanley’s Ale House Full service pub, great fun. 52 Pine St, Providence, 8610001. LD $-$$

Andreas Authentic Greek food since 1966. 268 Thayer St, Providence, 3317879. BrLD $-$$

Casa Della Luce American/Italian bistro and gourmet pizzeria. 105 Franklin St, Westerly, 637-4575. LD $$

Enn Japanese Creative sushi and Japanese food. 600 George Washington Hgwy, Lincoln, 333-0366. LD $$

Harry’s Bar & Burger Creative sliders and cocktails. 121 N Main St, Providence, 228-7437. LD $-$$

Arturo Joe’s Italian food close to the beaches. 140 Point Judith Rd, Narragansett, 789-3230. LD $$

CAV Eclectic cuisine and art in a historic setting. 14 Imperial Place, Providence, 751-9164. BrLD $$-$$$

East Side Creamery & Diner Neighborhood diner and ice cream shop. 170 Ives St, Providence, 865-6088. BrLD $

Aspire Seasonal Kitchen Contemporary New England fare. 311 Westminster St, Providence, 521-3333. BBrLD $$-$$

Centro Restaurant & Lounge Contemporary cuisine and cocktails. 1 W Exchange St, Providence, 228-6802. BLD $$$

Fieldstones Relaxed family setting, something for everyone. 980 E Main Rd, Portsmouth, 293-5200. LD $$

Iggy’s Doughboys & Chowder House Classic clam shack fare, plus famous doughboys. 889 Oakland Beach Ave, Warwick, 737-9459; 1157 Point Judith Rd, Narragansett, 783-5608. LD $

Besos Kitchen & Cocktails Tapas and eclectic cuisine and cocktails. 378 Main St, East Greenwich, 398-8855. BrLD $$$

Chapel Grille Gourmet food overlooking the Providence skyline. 100 Chapel View Blvd, Cranston, 944-4900. BrLD $$$

Flatbread Company Artisanal pizza, local ingredients. 161 Cushing St, Providence, 273-2737. LD $-$$

Black Bass Grille Classic seafood, historic waterfront setting. 3 Water St, South Dartmouth, 508-999-6975. LD $$

DeWolf Tavern Gourmet American/ Indian fusion. 259 Thames St, Bristol, 254-2005. BLD $$-$$$

Giros Hometown Grille Pub-style food, friendly service. 501 High St, Peace Dale, 887-752-0794. BrLD $-$$

Bon Asian Bistro Sushi and hibachi, stylish bar scene. 1386 Atwood Ave, Johnston, 270-0777. LD $$

DiMare Seafood Fresh seafood restaurant and market. 2706 South County Trail, East Greenwich, 885-8100. LD $$-$$$

Gourmet Heaven Deli, salad bar and prepared foods. 173 Weybosset St, Providence, 536-9000. BLD $

Kartabar Mediterranean-style cuisine, chic setting. 284 Thayer St, Providence, 331-8111. LD $-$$ Kon Asian Bistro Sushi and hibachi, stylish bar scene. 553 Main St, East Greenwich, 886-9200. LD $$ Lim’s Restaurant Upscale Thai and fresh sushi. 18 South Angell St, Providence, 383-8830. LD $$ Lobster Pot Serving traditional New

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England classics and seafood. 119 Hope St, Bristol, 253-9100 Br L D $$-$$$ Luxe Burger Bar Build your own creative burger. 5 Memorial Blvd, Providence, 621-5893. LD $ Mariner Grille Creative seafood, pub atmosphere. 140 Point Judith Rd, Narragansett, 284, 3282. LD $$ McBlarney’s County Tap Modern, upscale pub with daily specials. 632 Metacom Ave, Warren 401-289-0887. LD $$. Meeting Street Cafe Huge sandwiches and cookies. 220 Meeting St, Providence, 273-0166. BLD $ Mews Tavern Family dining, with a whiskey bar. 456 Main St, Wakefield, 783-9370. LD $-$$ Mile & a Quarter Eclectic cuisine and wine bar. 334 South Water St, Providence, 331-1500. LD $-$$ Mill’s Tavern Historic setting for New American gourmet. 101 N Main St, Providence, 272-3331. D $$$

Oceanside at the Pier New England fare overlooking the Atlantic. 1 Beach St, Narragansett, 792-3999. BrLD $$

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Paragon & Viva Contemporary dining and nightlife. 234 Thayer St, Providence, 331-6200. BrLD $-$$

Seasons Fine dining at the Ocean House. 1 Bluff Ave, Westerly, 584-7000. BLD $$$

The Twisted Vine Romantic wine bar with tapas and full meals. 3 Canal St, Westerly, 596-4600. D $$

Parkside Rotisserie & Bar American bistro specializing in rotisserie meats. 76 South Main St, Providence, 3310003. LD $-$$ Pavilion Steakhouse & Banquets Grand, banquet-hall style dining. 15A Frontier Rd, Hopkinton, 377-9900. BrLD $$$ Phil’s Main Street Grille Classic comfort food; great rooftop patio. 323 Main St, Wakefield. 783-4073 B Br L D $ PJ’s Pub Mediterranean-influenced pub food. 135 Boone St, Narragansett. 401789-3200. LD $-$$. Public Kitchen & Bar American food with changing daily inspirations. 120 Francis St, Providence, 919-5050. BrLD $-$$ Rasa Authentic and contemporary Indian. 149 Main St, East Greenwich, 3982822. LD $$

Siena Impeccable Italian cuisine. Locations in Providence, East Greenwich, Smithfield. sienari.com D $$-$$$ Sweet Cakes Coffee shop and gourmet bakery. 1227 Kingstown Rd, Peace Dale, 789-5420. BL $ T’s Restaurant Plentiful breakfast and lunch. Locations in Cranston, East Greenwich, Narragansett, 946-5900. BL $ Tara’s Tipperary Tavern Oceanside IrishAmerican pub fare. 907 Matunuck Beach Rd, Matunuck, 284-1901. BLD $ Tavern by the Sea Waterfront European/ American bistro. 16 W Main St, Wickford, 294-5771. LD $$ The Cafe at Easy Entertaining Locally sourced, freshly made bites for breakfast and lunch. 166 Valley St, Bldg 10, Providence, 437-6090 BL $-$$

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Nami Fun, stylish sushi and hibachi. 198 Atwells Ave, Providence, 383-6559. LD $$$

Red Stripe Casual French-American bistro. 465 Angell St, Providence, 437-6950. BrLD $$

The Dorrance Fine dining with exquisite cocktails. 60 Dorrance St, Providence, 521-6000. D $$$

Whiskey Republic Delicious dockside pub fare. 515 South Water St, Providence, 588-5158. LD $-$$

Nonni’s Italian Restaurant Traditional Italian eatery and pasta shop. 1154 Stafford Rd, Tiverton, 624-3087. LD $$

Rick’s Roadhouse House-smoked barbecue. 370 Richmond St, Providence, 2727675. LD $-$$

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September 7: Have you been meaning to bike more and drive less? Do you want to get outside and take advantage of the final stretch of summer warmth? The third installment of the 2014 Cyclovia Providence Series will take place on the East Side with riders cruising up Hope Street from Lippitt Park to Rochambeau Avenue. The car-free event opens up the street for people of all ages to safely bike, walk, skate, run, exercise and socialize, and will also feature fun freebies like bike activities, street vendors and more. Free. Noon-4pm. Hope Street. gcpvd.org/tag/cyclovia.

September 20-21: There’s nothing more inappropriate yet satisfying than sticking your nose where it doesn’t belong. Nose around at more than 50 artist studios in Pawtucket during the XOS Exchange Street Open Studios, a night complete with food, good people and merriment. Free. 10am-4pm. xospawtucket.com.

September 20: FirstWorks is celebrating its ten-year anniversary with a series of festive weekend events such as the much-anticipated FirstWorks Urban Carnevale, an exciting evening of live music, zany entertainment and delicious food right in the heart of downcity. Free. 5pm. 2 Kennedy Plaza. first-works.org.

September 20: At the 5th Annual Woony River Ride, you’ll ride your bicycle from Providence to North Smithfield all for a great cause. Select a 62, 50, 30, 10 or 5-mile course. Afterwards, party hardy with music, food and prizes at Waterplace Park. $50$70. wrwc.org.

September 18: Explore the RISD museum for free during Design the Night: Outpost, a dynamic evening of artist conversations, comic book construction, live music and more to celebrate the opening of What Nerve! and the PVD-issue launch of Outpost Journal. 5-9pm. 224 Benefit Street. 454-6500, risdmuseum.org.

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September 2-30: Take a look at the night sky every Tuesday night at the Ladd’s weekly Telescope Observing Night, weather permitting. Free. 9-10:30pm. 210 Doyle Avenue. 863-2323, brown.edu/Departments/ Physics/Ladd/. September 2-30: Head to Trinity Brewhouse every Tuesday night for Stump! Trivia. Winning teams go home with prizes so be sure to bring your smartest friends. 8pm. 186 Fountain Street. 453-2337, stumptrivia.com. September 3: If you’ve ever wondered what goes on at The Steel Yard, now is your chance to find out. The Yardies offer free public tours on the first Wednesday of every month. Stop by and say hi. Noon. 27 Sims Avenue. 2737101, thesteelyard.org. September 3-27: Farm Fresh Rhode Island’s Summertime Farmers’ Market takes over Lippitt Park every Wednesday and Saturday. Rain or shine. Happening directly beside it is an artisan market featuring unique handmade goods. Wednesdays 3pm-6pm; Saturdays 9am-1pm. 1059 Hope Street. farmfreshri.org. September 4: Avon Cinema presents Medea, a brilliant and poignant drama based on Euripides’ powerful ancient Greek tragic play of the same name. There’s a reason some tales stand the test of time. 2pm & 7pm show times. 260 Thayer Street, Providence. 4210020, www.avoncinema.com. September 4-25: Each Thursday stop into Bin 312 for a free Wine Tasting. The shop is full of eclectic, exclusive and interesting wines. Find your new

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favorite… and be sure to share. 312 South Main Street, Providence. 11am9pm. 714-0040, bin312.com. September 4-25: At the glamorous Thursdays on the Biltmore Terrace you can indulge in signature cocktails and complimentary hors d’oeuvres while enjoying sweeping views and live jazz al fresco. Free. 5-8pm. 11 Dorrance Street. 421-0700, providencebiltmore.com. September 4, 19 & 27: There will be three WaterFire events this month. A basin lighting will take place on the 4th and the 19th while a full lighting will light up downtown on the 27th. Free. Sunset. Downtown Providence. waterfire.org. September 4-28: The practically month-long 16th Annual Pawtucket Arts Festival is a compilation of many events from theatrical productions to a steampunk soiree to a large arts marketplace. Go online for a full schedule. pawtucketartsfestival.org. September 4-28: Check out the Gamm’s fall opener – the personal and the political are indistinguishable in Grounded, American playwright George Brant’s gripping one-woman play about a hot-rod fighter pilot whose unexpected pregnancy ends her career in the sky. $41-$49. 172 Exchange Street, Pawtucket, 723-4266, gammtheatre.org. September 5-26: Check out the newest open-air market in Providence each and every Friday afternoon. The Sankofa World Market features urban market farmers, artists, craftspeople and live music. Free. 3-7pm. 218 Dexter Street. riifoodcouncil.org. September 5-26: Check out the weekly coffee tasting at New Harvest Coffee Roasters. Each Friday, visitors to their Hope Artiste location can sample and learn about coffees from around the world. Free. 3-4pm. 1005 Main Street #108, Pawtucket. newharvestcoffee.com.

September 6: Watch teams row up the Blackstone River aboard floating dragons during the Chinese Dragon Boat Races as part of the Taiwan Day Festival. Other attractions include a Chinese dumpling-eating contest. 8am-5pm. 98 South Tim Healey Way, Pawtucket. dragonboatri.com. September 5-26: Every Friday it’s Friday Night Live at Everett. Performers improvise on song, dance and skits that are appropriate for all ages. Prepare to laugh, cry, snort and wet your pants. $5. 7pm. 9 Duncan Avenue. 831-9479, everettri.org. September 5-27: Swing by Bottles on a Friday or Saturday afternoon for a beer or wine tasting. You might even Skype with a faraway winemaker as you sip his wares! Free. Fri beer tasting 3:30-7:30pm; Sat wine tasting 4-7pm. 141 Pitman Street. 372-2030, bottlesfinewine.com. September 5-27: Drop on into ENO every Friday and Saturday for a free Wine Tasting. It’s the budget-friendly way to kick off your weekend. You may even discover a new favorite blend. 4:30-6:30pm Friday; 3-5pm Saturday. 225 Westminster Street, Providence. 521-2000, enofinewines.com. September 7 & 14: Don’t miss the final two installments of this year’s Providence Flea. Come hungry and grab some food truck grub before browsing wares from both antique and local craft vendors. Free. 10am-4pm. South Water Street. providenceflea.com. September

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bring Improv Jones to the 95 Empire Black Box. Enjoy a fantastically funny world that’s different every week. $5. 10pm. 95 Empire Street. 831-9327, improvjones.com. September 6-27: Make a date with your little one for the Brown University Bookstore’s weekly Children’s Story Time each Saturday, a magical world where tots can learn. Free. 11am. 244 Thayer Street. 863-3168, bookstore.brown.edu/. September 7: On the first Sunday of each month, from now ‘til forever, head downtown to AS220 for its Empire Revue, a night of sketch comedy and more. $8. 8-10pm. 115 Empire Street. 831-9327, as220.org. September 7: Bring your instrument and a chair to sit in to the Hoot at Grant’s Block. The event is open to musicians and listeners alike: as long as you’re there to have a good time you’re welcome to join in the party. Free. 2pm-5pm.. Grant’s Block, 260 Westminster Street. pvdhoot.com. September 7-28: Every Sunday at AS220 you can hop into your leotard for a drop-in Beginner or Intermediate Ballet class with Stephanie Albanese.

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September 1-29: Got music? The Spot Underground does. Check out Madcap Mondays each – you guessed it - Monday night with host Nate Cozzolino. You’ll never know who will show up to play at this weekly open mic night. Free. 7pm-midnight. 101 Richmond Street. 383-7133, thespotunderground.com.

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September 13-14: Shop outdoors for unique artisan goods at the Slater Park Fall Festival at Slater Park. The whole family will enjoy food trucks, live music, crafts and more. The Philharmonic Pops will perform to fabulous fireworks on Saturday. 11am-5pm. Newport Avenue, Pawtucket. 7242200, pawtucketartsfestival.org.

September 20: This month the Columbus Theatre presents Mount Eerie with Assembly of Light Choir, a collection of about 20 talented Providence women. See both acts for just $13 advance or $15 day of show. 8pm doors; 9pm show time. 270 Broadway. columbustheatre.com.

September 18: The popular Drag Bingo features surprise guests, musical interludes, witty jokes and over $2,000 in cash and prizes. Come early or reserve a table – the place gets packed. $20. 6pm doors; 7pm start. 1612 Elmwood Avenue, Cranston. 5213603, aidscareos.org. September 18: It’s the third Thursday of the month, which means it’s Gallery Night Providence. Hop aboard the art bus and visit 24 urban galleries. Tours begin at 5:20 and leave every 20 minutes ending at 7pm. 5-9pm. One Regency Plaza, Providence. gallerynight.info. September 19-30: This month, the RISD Museum’s Design the Night event celebrates the opening of What Nerve! Alternative Figures in American Art, 1960 to the Present, an exhibition that

September 27: Help fight aids by lacing up your sneakers and going for a walk. The 2.5-mile 29th Annual AIDS Walk for Life will start and end on the Rhode Island State House lawn. 9am registration; 10am walk. 82 Smith Street. aidsprojectri.org.

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September 27: Families are invited to the Artists’ Exchange for a free Craft Bash. Little fingers will keep busy as bodies and minds play, learn and create. 11am-2pm. 50 Rolfe Square, Cranston. 490-9475, artistsexchange.org. September 28: Festival Fete presents the Thayer Street Art Festival, a fest to rival their East Greenwich and Newport events. Shop for art, enjoy live music, watch strolling entertainment, do crafts with your kids plus more. 10am-5pm. Thayer Street. festivalfete.com.

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new crowd because all of those other bands are bringing people.” The bands lined up run the gamut from seasoned talent to raw, primordial newbies. Opening will be The Can’t Nots, a band who sit somewhere in the middle. Since 2010 the band has been carving a niche out of the local scene for themselves. Creating a sound that sits comfortably between The Yeah Yeah Yeahs and The Talking Heads, lead singer Naomi Wilkinson describes the group as “in your face rock and roll, but with a dance backbone.” On the more battle-hardened side of things are SEXCoffee, who will be debuting their latest EP, Nothing Personal. After more than a decade of kicking all kinds of ass on stage and only looking back to chuck their victims the bird, Nothing Personal is a bit of a departure for the group. Though not lacking for any amount of driving, petal to the metal rock and roll, the EP is a more mature cup of SEXCoffee as age, experience and some personal tragedy have forced them to take a long, introspective look in the mirror. “Life creeps in,” says guitarist Bobby Dumont. “It’s a lot more emotional as far as rock record goes.” Then there’s The Sweet Release, a pack of wild smart asses from North Attleboro who have been cutting their teeth in the Providence scene. “We call ourselves sarcastic, rude rock and roll,” says bass player Jimmy

James. With a ‘70s punk attitude and a sleazy, party rock sound, their new EP, We’re Coming, certainly lives up to that description. While their sounds might vary, these and the other bands on the lineup all agree that having someone like Davey in the scene is vital. The fact that he finds time for all of this in addition to playing in his own successful band is even more impressive. “Working with Davey is awesome,” says Bobby from SEXCoffee. “He recognizes what’s out there and that the Providence scene is amazing.” “Because I’m in a band and I’ve been through it all I’m always thinking like a musician,” says Davey. “My goal with Midday is to give local artists as many opportunities as we can give them.”

Midday Records Showcase featuring The Can’t Nots, SEXCoffee, The Sweet Release, BROS, and more September 20, 21 $10; Doors at 4pm Fete 103 Dike Street 383-1112 facebook.com/middayrecords September 2014 | Providence Monthly

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to work is 15 feet. His jazz-filled artist studio stands in a building on his own property. It allows Chris to keep a rigorous schedule, be part of the day-today raising of his daughters and check in with his life-partner and children’s book partner, Anika. Anika, 41, is the pen. Chris, 46, is the brush. Together, the Denises have collaborated on three picture books, including their latest, Baking Day at Grandma’s, released in August. The working couple will be at Frog and Toad on September 27 to launch a book party for their latest marriage in print, an extension of their marvelous family union. So far, the Barrington-based Denises have produced three distinctive daughters and three distinctive books – Pigs Love Potatoes, a bouncy, rhyming counting book starring Mama and Papa Piggy and their nine piglets; Bella and Stella Come Home, about a little girl who moves to a new house and isn’t quite sure she likes it at first; and Baking Day at Grandma’s. Chris has illustrated a total of 21 children’s books and several more for the educational market. Anika generally comes up with the concept and drafts it. Chris designs the characters and creates the illustrations. She often writes with his illustration style in mind. “After I have the look and feel down, I begin to pace it out, see where the natural page breaks are, and create a book dummy. If it’s one of Anika’s books, then I show her the dummy first, get her thoughts, and then show it to my art director,” he says. These kids’ books are child’s play. “It was hard to write a good picture book,” Anika says. “My first tries were awful.

But then I came up with this idea for a counting book with piggies in the kitchen and the language just came to me. I showed it to Chris and he showed it to his editor at Penguin (without telling me!) She offered me a contract a week later. It was surreal.” Chris, a RISD art grad, has been doing them in some form for nearly a quarter century. Now, paired veterans, their latest book is an homage to Anika’s own grandmother and her warm childhood baking treats in her kitchen in the mountains of New York – even though Grandma is now a large bear. “When I wrote it, I didn’t know it would be bears. It could have been guinea pigs! I wrote the piece as a long poem, almost a song, and then showed it to Chris,” says Anika. “He felt like bears would be best for the piece, and our editor agreed.” Working closely together helps some days and, like any marriage, can be irritating, they add. “We don’t get huffy often, but when we do, it has to do with schedule. Chris is busy, and sometimes other projects take priority over mine, which makes me grumpy,” says Anika. Like a bear.

Chris and Anika Denise Book Signing September 27, 1-3pm Frog and Toad 795 Hope Street 831-3434 frogandtoadstore.com To see the book trailer, search “Baking Day at Grandma’s” on YouTube www.anikadenise.com

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The Dark Side of Comedy Trinity Rep opens its season with Chekhov Did you know that there was such a thing as a comedic, Russian Hamlet? I didn’t either. And there isn’t, kind of. At least not in the sense that the squishy, lovable Hamlet we all know and love hasn’t gotten a Ruski rewrite at any point in the recent past, unbeknownst to us. Rather, this September, Trinity Repertory Company will be kicking off its 2014-2015 season with Ivanov by Anton Chekhov in a new translation and adaptation by Curt Columbus, the company’s artistic director. Curt says the play is darkly comic, quite topical and, being “a big ensemble piece,” perfect for his troupe. “It’s been eight years since we did Cherry Orchard,” notes Curt. “A number of audience members were saying, ‘When are you going to do Chekhov again?’ And the acting company wanted to do it. They very rarely request plays, all of them, at once.” Curt says that he hadn’t really looked at the play until a couple of years ago, when, at the behest of the acting company, he began a translation. After two readings with the company in its off-season company workshops, Curt says he was able to take advantage of funding granted by the Pew Charitable Trust while he was down at the Arden Theater in Philadelphia last spring as they presented a production of Chekhov’s Three Sisters, which he translated. “The money let us do readings of other Chekhov plays, because we had time. And I was able to sharpen the play up a bit and make it more produceable,” he says. It’s in the sharpening that Curt gets credit for adapting the work in addition to translating it; Chekhov was a young writer at the time he penned Ivanov, he says, and there were a few places that struck him as somewhat repetitive. Curt, who speaks Russian fluently, says that the challenge of translating a piece of writing for the stage is that it’s meant to be heard and understood instantaneously, as opposed to absorbed slowly. “You really have to figure out the rhythm and flow and musicality of it,” he says. The result of Curt’s efforts will be given a “modern-ish” treatment in the intimate Dowling Theater, where Curt says he expects Director Brian McEleney to create an “intense and intensely close” experience for the audience. “He doesn’t want a lot of fussy scenery,” he says. All the better for acting company

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member Stephen Thorne, who played the Bard’s Hamlet in an earlier production during Columbus’s tenure, to breathe his particular brand of life into Nikolai Ivanov. It’s in Ivanov himself where Curt draws parallels to the less Russian, less funny antihero of the other play: “Like Hamlet, Ivanov is surrounded by people who are telling him to behave. He knows how he should act, he can see what he needs to do to fix things, [but] he just can’t get it right,” he says. The comedy comes in, in part, because Ivanov is surrounded by what Curt calls “larger than life characters” in this small town, all of whom play integral roles in what company literature calls “[turning] the conventional expectation of Chekhov on its head... Funny, bittersweet, modern and relatable.” The themes – which, for all the comic moments, are quite serious – do seem pretty resonant today. “Topical without being ‘ripped from the headlines,’” Curt says. “It’s definitely speaking to us and who we are.” The subject matter? Everything from anti-Semitism to xenophobia to enormous piles of debt. And at the bottom of it all, a man who just can’t quite connect with his in-laws, help his wife battle an illness and stop the town from speaking ill about him in his time of need. Of course, his own sardonic disposition and wandering eye don’t really do him any favors, either. Curt says we can expect all of this to take place in a lush, musical

landscape, similar to what the company did with The Grapes of Wrath last year. A house-band made up of actors and MFA students will be playing original music penned by student Ian McNeely, who is in the nine-person cast. Curt describes the music as “a little Tom Waits-y, a little Mumford and Sons,” and in support of the longstanding Russian troubadour tradition, which celebrates guitars and ballads and all that good stuff. If it seems a little more inventive and interactive than the notions many of us have of Chekhov, that’s because that’s part of what Curt is trying to show audiences. “I’m trying to dispel this notion that Chekhov’s world view is all darkness and dreary and gray. This production is going to be so colorful, and it’ll tell people immediately that it’s not that. But he’s much more of a Buddhist than an Ayn Rand. He really believes in human nature,” says Curt. “There’s bad things that happen and good things that happen but they all have equal value in the eyes of an unminding universe. And that’s a beautiful philosophy that isn’t dark at all. It’s accepting.”

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We’ll take Rasoi’s honey ginger naan for any meal – call it a tantalizing appetizer, dessert or perfect anytime snack. It is thin, yet doughy and chewy, with a prime flavor-to-bread ratio. This naan features a delectable honey topping and subtly flavorful ginger counterpart that tasted “like a pancake with a kick” to one staff member. 727 East Avenue, 728-5500, indianrestaurantsri.com/rasoi.

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Taste of India’s version of garlic and cilantro naan hit us just right – its hints of garlic were not overwhelming and the cilantro pairing was light and held down the toppings’ strong flavors beautifully. We agreed that this naan would be perfect for dunking into curry, but it more than holds its own as a savory staple. 230 Wickenden Street, 421-4355, tasteofindiari.com

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