The Providence Journal Critic’s Choice Food & Drink Event – SOLD OUT
November 17, 2022
5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. (VIP 5:00 p.m.)
Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick
As Providence Journal Food Editor, Gail Ciampa has the most delicious job in Rhode Island. For one night, you can join her in sampling the food and drink of her favorite restaurants and food artisans to see why they are the best of the best. Come hungry! There will be so much to taste.
The Providence Journal Critic’s Choice Food & Drink Event is celebrating its fifth delicious year. Admission to the event includes food and drink samples, giveaways and much more! VIP ticket holders get early entry, a special gift bag and an exclusive tour with select exhibitors prior to the event opening to general admission. Event is 21 and over.
The Providence Journal Critic’s Choice Food & Drink Event is SOLD OUT! Sign up for email updates for next year’s event. Until then, happy food travels!
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Event Details
The return of the Providence Journal Critic’s Choice Food & Drink Event after two years is sure to be big fun! We hope you’ll join us!
Where: Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick (New for 2022)
When: Thursday, November 17, 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. (VIP 5:00 p.m.)
Tickets: On Sale Now.
Parking: Free parking on site.
Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick
Ticket Options
General Admission
Limited QuantityGeneral admission tickets include 5:30 p.m. event entry, food and drink samples, giveaways and more.
VIP Admission
Very Limited Quantity- VIP Admission tickets include 5:00 p.m. event entry, food and drink samples, giveaways, a special gift bag and an exclusive tour with select exhibitors prior to the event opening to general admission.
Participating Selections
Gail Ciampa travels Rhode Island reviewing some of the best food and drink in the state, reviewing thousands over the years. The following establishments were hand-picked by Gail herself to participate in this year’s Providence Journal Critic’s Choice Food & Drink Event. Join us at the event to sample all the tasty offerings, included with admission. You’re sure to be satisfied & become a frequent customer of their businesses!
Moniker Brewery
Brewery and beer garden located in Providence, Rhode Island.
Edgewood Cheese Shop
Hand picked selections of cheese, charcuterie, platters, gifts and more!
Il Massimo Providence
Casual fine dining Italian cuisine located in Historic Federal Hill.
Res American Bistro
Contemporary cuisine and cocktails with a Flair!
The Sweet Spot
Delicious homemade ice cream and bakery located in the beautiful port of Galilee for the past 18 years!
OTRA Restaurant
An authentic Barcelonian experience.
Rhodium by Rhode Island Spirits
Gin, vodka & liqueurs with flavor profiles featuring fresh, farmed & foraged ingredients.
Narragansett Beer
Hi-Neighbor. Have a ‘Gansett!
Chapel Grille
Featuring hearth style cuisine with a Mediterranean Italian flare, celebrating 10 years!
The Industrious Spirit Company
Producing sustainably sourced vodka, gins and bourbons at Providence’s first distillery since Prohibition.
Bellini Providence
Rustic Italian cuisine served in Providence.
Hometown Poke
Delicious, made-to-order Hawaiian inspired bowls using only the freshest ingredients.
Town Farm Tonics
Your health is in your hands! Herbal tonics that add functional flavor to each day.
Matunuck Oyster Bar
Matunuck Oyster Bar makes the freshest dishes by uniting fresh, locally grown produce with farm-raised and wild-caught seafood.
Narragansett Creamery
Award-Winning artisan cheeses made in Providence, RI.
Carina e Dolce Specialty Cakes and Cookies
Whimsical sweet treats and creatively decorated custom cakes.
Anchor & Hope
Craft winery in Rumford, RI.
The Guild
Craft brewery with locations in Pawtucket and Warren (beer halls), and Providence (beer garden).
The Perfect Empanada
Artisanal gourmet empanadas.
Vesta Bakery
Specializing in wedding and specialty cakes, artisan breads & pastries.
Aura’s Chocolate Bar
Artisan chocolate confections made with premium cacao from Venezuela, casted in Cranston, RI!
Sarto
Welcome to a fresh, new approach to Italian in Providence.
All Favorites Cafe
A fine diner serving upscale breakfast and lunch in the heart of Edgewood.
Newport Chowder Company
Nourishes spirits by sharing my Mother’s award winning recipe.
Persimmon Restaurant
Contemporary American cuisine in harmony with the seasons.
Mare Rooftop
An elevated dining experience.
Gooseneck Vineyards
New England’s locally international winery.
Kin Southern Table + Bar
FOOD + VIBES + SOUL
Sweet Marie’s Tea Cottage
Afternoon Tea served in historic Wickford village.
Pane e Vino Providence
Intimate restaurant serving classic Italian comfort food and an all-Italian wine list. Voted best wine list!
10 Rocks Tapas Bar & Restaurant
Offering creative tapas dishes, fresh seafood, and specialty foods inspired by our rich Cape Verdean culture. Celebrate with us!
Jaswell’s Farm
A family tradition since 1899.
Dolores
Mexican, regional cuisine from southern Mexico.
Chaska
Indian cuisine-internationally influenced fusion-style food.
Taproot Brewing Co.
Small-batch beer paired with farm-to-table dining and vineyard views.
Newport Vineyards
A destination of award-winning wine and farm-to-table dining!
McGrath Clambakes & Catering
Full-service traditional catering company that specializes in authentic old fashioned New England clambakes as well.
Pat’s Italian Restaurant
Considered one of the best authentic Italian restaurants in New England. No one leaves hungry!
Ragged Island Brewing Company
Small-batch, farm brewery focused on quality craft beers and customer experience.
CAV Restaurant
A staple since 1989, serving eclectic, contemporary, award-winning cuisine in a unique and historic loft.
Sons of Liberty Spirits Co.
Bold & delicious spirits and cocktails made in Rhode Island since 2011.
chair 2 light beer
Light beer that tastes like beer.
Saladworks
With 60 + ingredients and endless combinations, make a salad as original as you!
Tricycle Ice Cream
Innovating the Ice Cream Novelty since 2014. We don’t give a scoop!
JA PATTY RI Catering & Events
Freshly baked Jamaican patties & scratch-made cuisine.
Twin Oaks Restaurant
Family owned + operated for 90 years. Classic italian, fresh seafood and steaks cut daily in-house!
Crow’s Nest
Classic Rhode Island seafood.
Basta
Classical Italian – Reimagined. A Rhode Island tradition for over 30 years. Taste the tradition.
Vanda Cucina
Fatta In Casa.
Wally’s Wieners
Wieners, Burgers, Bar and event space located on Thames Street in the heart of Newport, RI! Proudly serving Saugy Franks!
Feast & Fettle
Premium meal delivery service delivering home-cooked meals right to your door in RI, MA, & CT.
Angelo’s Restaurant
Cookin’ up authentic old-school Italian dishes since 1924!
Taunton Ave Bakery
Rhode Island’s home of great Portuguese bread, pastries and specialty cakes.
Avenue N American Kitchen
Progressive American fare.
Iggy’s Boardwalk
It’s Always Summer at Iggy’s!
Granny Squibb’s Organic Iced Tea
An astonishingly delicious Rhode Island original: from the Community, for the Community!
The Black Leaf Tea & Culture Shop
Tea. Culture. Community.
New Harvest Coffee Roasters
Locally roasted coffee in the Farm Fresh Market Hall.
Hope & Main Marketplace
New to Critic’s Choice, the Hope & Main Marketplace! Get ready for the holidays and support your local culinary entrepreneurs. Hope & Main is a culinary incubator with the mission to empower the community to jumpstart and cultivate thriving food businesses. You will surely find the perfect gifts and stocking stuffers in this marketplace.
Kassumay
We celebrate our W. African roots by bringing you products that embrace the region’s iconic hibiscus sabdariffa.
Hawt Chocolate
Artisanal chocolate bonbons and bars.
Mariela’s Sweets
Gluten free French macarons.
13 Stars Hot Sauce
Veteran-owned premium hot sauce.
Beth Bakes
Artisanal, small-batch and simply the best gluten free & vegan crackers you’ll ever taste!
Bellicchi’s Classic Biscotti
Dunk! Crunch! Yum! Bellicchi’s Classic Biscotti and Panettone Pronto.
Caribe & Co.
Caribbean-inspired syrups for coffee, cocktails, tea, desserts, and more!
Pickily
Crunchy, Mild & Fresh.
Bootblack Brand
Makers of Premium Cocktail Soda & Syrups.
Ethiopian Eats
Offering unique and delicious Ethiopian dishes to Rhode Island.
Little Maven Lemonade
Lemonade flavors from around the world.
Kane’s Kitchen Small Batch Salsa
Freshest tasting salsa in a jar with simple ingredients and no added sugar!
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