Summer’s Bounty in Rhode Island

July signifies an increase of local produce as farmer’s markets and stands begin to pop up all over Rhode Island. It seems like every day in July is an opportunity for new, fresh and local ingredients. The strawberry season is coming to a close, as nature begins to...

The Art of Sensory Evaluation

One of the most rewarding parts of being a professional sommelier is mastering the art of “blind tasting” or sensory evaluation. Have you ever seen someone swirl a glass of wine or stick their whole nose in a glass of vino and wonder what on Earth they’re doing? They...

An Old Fashioned Fourth

Ocean House was abuzz this weekend, with droves of eager guests spilling onto the beach for what was to be the perfect Independence Day celebration. With overcast skies threatening rain early in the day, the excitement of all in attendance was apparent when a warm...