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Boston Globe
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
Hot Girl Summer: Where to go and what to eat with your besties in Rhode Island this summer
This summer is about being independent, indulging in what you'd like, and not waiting for an invite to live. Forget the Hamptons. Put your sunscreen on, and let's get into it. Advertisement The Castle Hill Inn in Newport, R.I. offers views of the coastline and passing by sailboats. Heather Diehl/For The Boston Globe SAILING & OTHER WATER ACTIVITIES Newport will always be the 'Sailing Capital of the World.' It even has Advertisement Take a to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation and Three Angeles Fund. There are Paddle board or kayak along the Pettaquamscutt River in Narragansett – Folk Vintage Co. is one of the many popular vintage clothing shops along Thames Street in Newport, R.I. Heather Diehl/For The Boston Globe VINTAGE FINDS & OTHER SHOPPING In Providence, Advertisement Along Newport's most bustling area, Thames Street, you can walk right past the tourist spots selling T-shirts and knickknacks and go into you can expect to find a pair of flattering bell bottoms, and disco balls glisten from the ceiling. Your friends can sit on their plushy sofas while you try on a new fit. For a whole district of shops, head to American socialite Doris Duke's Rough Point mansion along the Cliff Walk in Newport, R.I. Corey Favino GET IN YOUR STEPS You're eating and drinking well, but need to release some serotonin during the day. Get in your steps by walking the grounds at path along the ocean with beautiful views of the waves crashing against the rocky coast, beaches, and Gilded Age mansions. It's also free. The Take a tour of one of the famous Newport mansions — like the Breakers, Rosecliff, or Marble House. Or you can head to heiress and socialite Doris Duke's Advertisement Sachuest Point is one of five national wildlife sanctuaries in Rhode Island. Discover Newport THE PERFECT DAY TRIP Catch The Mohegan Bluffs on Block Island have cliffs that rise more than 200 feet above the ocean. HANDOUT In the morning, go to the Head to the Mohegan Bluffs, where cliffs rise roughly 200 feet above the ocean. A wooden staircase provides beach access. The Audette, a French restaurant of Thames Street in Newport, R.I., offers indoor and outdoor seating. Heather Diehl/For The Boston Globe WHERE TO EAT IN NEWPORT Newport will likely forever be glamorous, and an idyllic destination for a group. Seaside restaurants are often churning out delicious seafood and serving spritzes. Surrounded by many casual restaurants, Advertisement Head to A chef at Giusto shreds truffles on fried ricotta balls. Discover Newport A platter of shellfish from Little Clam, a new restaurant inside the Wayfinder Hotel in Newport, R.I. Little Clam New to the edge of Newport Harbor as of 2023, Bartenders prepare drinks while patrons socialize at the Gift Horse in Providence, R.I. Brett Phelps for The Boston Globe IN PROVIDENCE If you're spontaneous, snag some bar seats at Advertisement If you're a planner, make a reservation at Head to the East Side to check out Crudo, squid salad, and oysters from Dune Brothers, a vendor at Track 15, a food hall in Providence, Rhode Island. Alexa Gagosz And then there's the legendary For brunch in Providence, head to ELSEWHERE If you're tooting around outside of Providence and Newport, head to Westerly to go to In Bristol, go to The deviled egg "Jello" shot at Club Frills, a new funky bar in Providence, R.I. Maurisa Arieta WHERE TO GRAB A DRINK I'm calling the deviled ramos, a deviled egg 'jello shot,' the shot of the summer. It's gin, condensed milk, passion fruit, and orange blossom in the shape of a deviled egg and served on ice in a silver bowl. You can find it at Go to A Champagne-style cocktail with red beet sugar, amaro sweet vermouth, and sparkling wine at LOMA, a Latin-American influenced bar and lounge close to Depasquale Plaza off Atwells Avenue in Providence. Lane Turner/Globe Staff In downtown, If it's daytime and you require a view of the city when sipping on a cocktail, take the elevator to the top floor of the Aloft hotel in downtown Providence to find The Castle Hill Inn, a 40-acre estate in Newport, R.I., offers and outdoor seating area with views of the coastline and passing sailboats. Heather Diehl/For The Boston Globe In Newport, sit in Adirondack chairs on the lawn at Bartender Zachary Joslyn pours absinthe in the Secret Bar at the Vanderbilt hotel in downtown Newport. Christopher Muther/Globe Staff Make your way to The Vanderbilt, a hotel inside a mansion, to their Parlour room during ' At night, head to Alexa Gagosz can be reached at
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Olivia Culpo's glamorous baby shower: Christian McCaffrey, NFL WAGs, and a parisian-inspired celebration in Rhode Island
When Christian McCaffrey and announced they were expecting their first child, fans couldn't wait to celebrate with them. And this past weekend, the couple gave everyone a reason to cheer with a breathtaking baby shower that was every bit as glamorous as their love story. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Hosted in the beautiful Castle Hill Inn in Newport, Rhode Island , the celebration was a picture-perfect mix of luxury, style, and heartfelt moments. Olivia Culpo's dreamy 'Bébé McCaffrey' baby shower with parisian elegance and Teddy Bear florals Olivia Culpo, 33, who's already captured the hearts of millions as a model and former Miss Universe, hosted a stunning baby shower on Sunday, May 4, and it was nothing short of magical. The theme, 'Bébé McCaffrey,' turned the venue into a Parisian wonderland, complete with towering teddy bear floral displays, a honey jar station, and a dessert bar overflowing with macarons. Guests even sipped on espresso martinis and iced lattes, adding a touch of chic sophistication to the entire event. Three of McCaffrey's San Francisco 49ers teammates' wives—Claire Kittle, Kristin Juszczyk, and Sarah Taylor made the journey to Rhode Island to show their support for the mom-to-be, joining in on the festivities with plenty of smiles and laughter. Culpo shared her joy with her 5.4 million Instagram followers, giving fans an inside look at the lavish event, while the Beatles' 'Here Comes the Sun' played in the background, setting the perfect tone for this celebration of new beginnings. Olivia Culpo Expecting BABY NO. 1 With Christian McCaffrey! Looking radiant in a plunging sage green Marchesa gown, paired with Saint Laurent platforms and sparkling Bvlgari jewelry, Culpo couldn't hide her excitement, saying, 'This is insane!' She also reflected on the significance of celebrating in Rhode Island, sharing with Vogue that the state holds a special place in her heart, especially as it's where she grew up and where her family still resides. It was a full-circle moment for Culpo, who had just been inducted into the Rhode Island Hall of Fame before the shower. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The couple, who first met in 2019 and got engaged in 2023, have opted to keep the baby's gender a surprise, and the shower's color scheme, deliberately gender-neutral, added to the excitement and anticipation. Christian McCaffrey and Olivia Culpo celebrating their journey into parenthood While the baby shower was undeniably a luxurious affair, it was also a deeply personal one, with friends and family surrounding Culpo and McCaffrey during this exciting time in their lives. As the couple gears up for the arrival of their little one, this is just the beginning of their beautiful journey into parenthood. Also Read: From designer gowns to heartfelt memories, the McCaffreys are giving us all a front-row seat to their growing family, and it's a show we can't wait to watch unfold.
