Warren, Rhode Island, is an underrated historic small New England coastal town with narrow streets and a wide variety of things to do. For brevity’s sake, let’s start with three must-visit family-friendly destinations in this charming, unpretentious community… Blount Clam Shack This classic seasonal waterfront clam shack offers an idyllic place to enjoy local seafood […]
Rhode Island
The Awful Awful Drink: A Rhode Island Favorite Since the 1950s
Recently, I noticed a sign at the Newport Creamery restaurant and ice cream shop in Greenville, R.I., that obviously caught our attention: Awful Awful Shoppe. I decided to give Newport Creamery Headquarters a call to get the “scoop” on this most unusual name. Brian in marketing told me that Awful Awful stands for “Awful big, […]