We spent Saturday in Newport,
one of my favorite places in all of Rhode Island.
Although the summers there are always touristy,
it's still such a fun place to visit...
full of charm and character
and we are lucky to have it only a short drive away.
and we are lucky to have it only a short drive away.
This weekend was the 30th annual great chowder cook off.
Chowderfest as it is better known.
This was actually my first time attending, but surely will not be my last.
They close off a pier and each participating restaurant sets up a stand.
You walk around and sample a small cup of each chowder,
and then place your vote for the best. Delish!
And of course, you have to have a Del's lemonade to wash it all down.
It's a Rhode Island summer staple.
After we had our fill of chowder and placed our vote, we made our way down Thames Street
Exploring shops and taking in the beautiful day.
We made a stop at the antique shop
and I'm so glad we did.
Look at all these treasures!
The print on the right is of Newport harbor, by a local artist.
I purchased it to hang in our guest bedroom.
So many nautical treasures!
Our last stop is almost always Kilwins. Best ice cream in Newport.
And how appropriate is that box of chocolates?
Hope you all had a fabulous weekend!
You walk around and sample a small cup of each chowder,
and then place your vote for the best. Delish!
And of course, you have to have a Del's lemonade to wash it all down.
It's a Rhode Island summer staple.
Exploring shops and taking in the beautiful day.
We made a stop at the antique shop
and I'm so glad we did.
Look at all these treasures!
I purchased it to hang in our guest bedroom.
And how appropriate is that box of chocolates?
Hope you all had a fabulous weekend!
