The owners here at this Fox Point neighborhood shop are purveyors of arts and crafts that come from all over the world. Inside they feature ceramics, wood carvings, jewelry, art and much more. The regions from where the objects are procured range from Peshawar, Pakistan to Durban, South Africa and each item is guaranteed in terms of authenticity. One of the major highlights of the shop is the array of dolls and trinkets from Mexico's Day of the Dead celebration.
Nikki's Liquors is a specialty liquor shop located on Branch Avenue. This sprawling store is a beer connoisseur's haven, offering over numerous kinds of craft brews. Sourcing their collection from local as well as international brewers, Nikki's has one of the most comprehensive collections in town. For those who can't pick, the store offers a mix-a-six scheme that allows you to choose any six craft beers to carry home. With regular beer tastings and special events, this is a great place to expand your craft beer knowledge and mingle with fellow enthusiasts.
Hope Street just north of College Hill has plenty of good places to eat, and without a doubt the dishes from those kitchens are made with items from this retailer. Here you can find everything from specialized knifes and pans to industrial-grade appliances and other 'only in Providence' items made by local hands. Moreover, the shop sells useful articles for the kitchen as well, from cookbooks and gloves to salt shakers and everything in-between.
More than a decade old, Seven Stars enthralls Providence with the freshest of breads every day. The bakery is committed to using fresh local ingredients for their creations and has staunchly supported local vendors. To go along with their first-rate breads is a delectable selection of sandwiches and pastries as well as some great coffee. Top picks here include the sticky bun, raspberry danish, lemon cake, lemon currant scones, and grammy's chocolate cookies. Accompanied by an aromatic cup of coffee, their pastries make for a great breakfast or quick midday bite.
New England Culinary Institute alumni Casey D'Arconte and his partner Adrienne opened the Edgewood Cheese Shop and Eatery, a cheese shop and restaurant serving locally-sourced produce in a casual setting. The deli and store highlights seasonal specialties and you can purchase cheese platters, jams, mustard, charcuterie, and other gourmet specialties here. Want to learn more about cheese? The shop also regularly hosts classes where you can meet fellow foodies and enjoy savoring (and learning about) different types of cheeses in a fun atmosphere. Details are available on the website.