You know how some people get a big kick out of referring to the Newport Mansions as summer cottages? Well, there's an actual (adorable) summer cottage on Bellevue you've probably motored right past. And who could blame you? I mean once any of us even approaches that postal code, we tend to get all starry eyed over the sights and stories of the opulence of the Gilded Age. Not that there's anything wrong with that, but The Flower Cottage
Read MoreWhat's your superpower? Mine is being able to drink coffee after 8pm (or later) and still fall into a sound sleep. So, of course I was living for the coffee bar , and the coffee maker selection, at Williams Sonoma Garden City Center the other day.
Read MoreWith Summer 20-18 in full swing, here's some advice from a few ultimate beach bums in the Ocean State who also happen to be regular contributors to this blog. Looking to kick back and enjoy your next beach weekend in Rhode Island this season? Scroll on for their words of warmer weather wisdom.
Read MoreIt used to be that a non-blurry, smiling photo with you maybe holding a Del's was enough. That was the big summer beverage social media get only a few short years ago. Now, the stakes have been raised. Big time. Sure that Del's snap is still classic Rhody gold during July and August, but you and I both know it's all about what's new (or new-ish) and exciting - when it comes to eats and drinkies especially. Exactly why I've put together a short list of three key drinks (the hottest of the cold ones) for you to Instagram and enjoy this season in the OS.
Read MoreMartha Stewart at the Flower Show at Rosecliff a few weeks ago. Eva Chen checking in from Gurney's this past weekend. And yesterday, Jay Leno in his signature denim work shirt was spotted at Fort Adams. It's peak season in Newport for celeb spotting, weddings (I went to a gorgeous one last night at Rosecliff!), and a little sightseeing. So grab your sunnies and your Jack Rogers sandals (I've taken to calling them Jackie Rogers because they were a go-to summer shoe for the one and only Jackie O.) and join me on a mini tour of a few more places to scope out in the City By The Sea.
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