To celebrate the unique history of Rhode Island our first four In the Kitchen dinners reveal the culinary traditions of the different cultures that have influenced our food ways. In May, our Chefs interpret the Native American culinary heritage at the heart of our nation. Using local ingredients, our Chefs will demonstrate how to prepare different recipes at Seasons’ Chef Counter as part of a three-course menu paired with Gloria’s “Old Vines” wines.

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Hors D’Oevures

Clam-chourico fritter; green chili aioli

Boston brown bread, house cured lardo, mustard shoots

Spiced venison ‘meat pie’, queso fresco, onion, potato

Salt cod-chickpea salad, preserved lemon, olive

1st Course

Butter poached Stonington lobster, Johnny cake, spring vegetable succotash, wild leek vinaigrette

2nd Course

Grilled rabbit loin, farrow, pumpkin seed, dried blueberry, juniper jus

3rd Course

Pecan torte, huckleberry preserves, local honey, mace

Saturday wine seminar Booking Make a reservation.

Once a month, Ocean House Sommelier Jonathan Feiler hosts a weekend focused on wine. In May, learn how the production of Chardonnay has evolved, and the differences in flavor between the two production methods. Meet Feiler at an intimate wine and cheese reception on Friday evening, and taste wines at the seminar on Saturday.

Dancing Time 6:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (music will end at 10:30 p.m.) Location Ocean House South Lawn Price $70/ adult, $35/ child, children under 4 are free (plus tax and gratuity) Includes Buffet style barbeque 

Cash bar

Music by Jay Dempsey Band Booking Please call 401.584.7000

During Memorial Day weekend, kick start your summer with an Evening in America’s Backyard. Our South Lawn sets the stage for a true Western-style barbeque under the stars. Get your feet tapping with local favorite, the Jay Dempsey Band, as they play all the country songs you love. A great evening for the entire family!

Rain date is Sunday, May 27

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Passed Appetizers

Blue Corn Meal Dogs, Bacon, Cheddar Fondue

BBQ Glazed Pork Belly, Pickled Vegetable, Chive Waffle

Oyster Po’Boy, Giardiniera, Chipotle Aioli

Tomato Gazpacho

Buffet

Cheddar Chive Biscuits

Jalapeño Corn Bread

Red Bliss Potato Salad

Country Coleslaw

Western Chopped Salad

Cucumber, Tomato and Red Onion Salad

Espellette Grilled Salmon

Applewood Smoked Chicken, Apple Glaze

Texas Style BBQ Beef Brisket

Root Beer Glazed Pork Ribs

Broccoli Cheddar Twice Baked Potato

BBQ Baked Beans

Sweet & Sour Cabbage

Corn on the Cobb

Dessert

Baked Apple Pudding

Peach Short Cake

Berry Cobbler

Sorghum Cake

Fried Doughnuts

Once a month, we pair one of our favorite movies with a delicious dinner buffet inspired by the film. In May, we screen the classic film “The Wizard of Oz”. In the 1939 film, Dorothy Gale (actress Judy Garland) embarks on a journey to find the Wizard who can help her return home, after a tornado takes her to a magical land, and meets heart-warming characters along the way.

During the film, enjoy freshly popped popcorn and candy.

Featuring	Chefs Chad Hoffer and Tyler Burnley,Thames Street Kitchen, Newport, RI  Simmons Farm, Middletown, RI Duckhorn Vineyards
Time	7:00 p.m.
Location	Season
Price	$85/ person (plus tax and gratuity)
Includes	Hors d’oeuvres, three-course dinner, wine pairings
Booking	Make a reservation.

In June we invite two chefs to prepare the final Farm + Vine Dinner of the season, before we begin once again in September. Chefs Chad Hoffer and Tyler Burnley from Newport’s Thames Street Kitchen will prepare hors d’ oeuvres and a three-course dinner using organic produce from Simmons Farm, while our Sommelier will pair the dishes with wines from Duckhorn Vineyards. The duo met back in 2005 while working in the kitchen at BLT Prime in New York City. They quickly became friends and later married twin sisters. Fast forward several years and they have both settled in Newport (their wives hometown) and opened tsk early summer of 2011.

The beginning of summer sees the return of our American Songbook series. Each evening Cabaret is interpreted by the amazing talent taking the stage.  In June, New York performer Sharon Ruben takes the stage. A graduate from the Julliard School of Music, Ruben has played many primary roles in Radio City Music Hall productions including Hal Prince’s “Fiddler on the Roof”, “Kiss Me Kate”, and “Oklahoma”.

$10/ person for outside guests Booking Please call 401.584.7000.

On select evenings during the summer, we bring back our American Songbook series. The Drawing Room transforms into an intimate club with dim lights and the songs of our Cabaret performers. New York talent Marion Markham will perform an incredible show on June 15^th, showcasing a unique theme for the evening.

Saturday activities: 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Dinner: 6:00 p.m.

Sunday Brunch: 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Location Ocean House Price Starting at $1340/person or $1688/two 

$364/person or $728/ two people Friday reception and Saturday activities

$250/person Saturday activities only Full Package Includes Two nights’ stay in our luxurious deluxe accommodations 

Friday wine and hors d’ oeuvres reception

Fly-fishing class

Special dinner in Seasons

Sunday Brunch Booking Please call 401.584.7000.

Yes, it happens on Father’s Day, but it isn’t just for fathers. This is the fishing safari for anybody who wants to learn the fundamentals of ocean fly-fishing. This weekend was specifically selected as a time when the stripers and the blues are running and the moon and the tides conspire to create the perfect environment for landing fish. We’ll start the weekend with an hors d’oeuvres and wine reception along with a slideshow and insight into the local fishing scene led by pro Ed Lombardo. Saturday morning, guests will be given their own fly-tying materials and taught not only the how but the why of fly-tying. Saturday afternoon will find you out on the waters just off the Ocean House with your own gear, hopefully bringing fish in. What is caught is eaten that night in Seasons, in a special menu conceived just for this event.

Saturday: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Location Ocean House Price $38/ person (plus tax) Includes Welcome reception on Friday evening 

Saturday wine seminar Booking Please call 401.584.7000.

Once a month, Ocean House Sommelier Jonathan Feiler hosts a weekend focused on wine. In June, learn the challenged of growing the pinot noir grape, and why it is considered the most popular wine. Meet Feiler at an intimate wine and cheese reception on Friday evening, and taste wines at the seminar on Saturday.

A la carte menu Time 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Location Seasons Price $54 per person includes unlimited sparkling wine, juice, coffee, buffet and à la carte selections 

$25 per person includes one a la carte selection & pastry basket

$25 per child (ages 5-12)

Free for children four and under Booking Make a reservation.

Whether he taught you how to ride your first bike, or tie your shoe laces, every father should be thanked during Father’s Day. Brunch at Seasons is the perfect way to spend time together and demonstrate how you feel.