Chef Nicholas Gillespie and his wife Monica offer authentic New England seafood overlooking the sea with picnic tables on the lawn and a welcoming take-out window. Fish and chips, lobster rolls, beer-battered fish sandwiches, clam cakes, squid salad, chowder, and an array of side dishes are on the menu. We enjoyed a bit of everything, and I learned about Rhode Island clam chowder - a clear soup with potatoes, thyme, and diced quahog clams.
Michael Cimarusti, executive chef and owner of award-winning Michelin-starred Los Angeles restaurant Providence, was returning to the city where he spent summers with his grandparents, the beginning of his love and respect for seafood. A dedicated proponent of sustainable fishing practices, Cimarusti was in Providence to speak on that subject to culinary arts students at Johnson and Wales University. Also along were Cimarusti's wife, pastry chef Cristina Echiverri, and executive chef Sam Baxter of Connie and Ted's.
After spending four days of delicious dining and exploring Providence, Rhode Island, along with three chefs, a local restaurateur, and a Providence tourism expert, it's no surprise that every meal was exceptional, showcasing the distinctive and diverse cuisine this city has to offer.
For your own visit to Providence - which we highly recommend - here are ideas for dining and touring the 'Creative Capital' of the smallest state in the U.S.
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