Share the Love
Newport-area restaurants are serving up big flavor on small plates for the holidays.
The most wonderful time of the year is often the most stressful, and with family and friends coming in to town to celebrate the holidays, satisfying different palates and dietary needs can quickly turn sour. When the group can’t agree, the solution is simple — have a little of everything.
As Newport-area restaurants embrace the communal dining traditions of Tapas, or small plates, opportunities abound to gather around food and enjoy one another’s company. With small bites that include vegetarian, meat, seafood and vegan options, Stoneacre Tapas co-owner David Crowell “recommends (trying) as many items as you possibly can. Start by ordering a few things, then order a few more, whatever works for your group.”
Rather than each individual ordering their own starter, entrée and dessert, diners are encouraged to share from a variety of smaller dishes, like the roasted cauliflower with Za’atar spices and kale. “You gain the communal aspect of the meal,” explains Crowell. “It gives people an opportunity to hang out, and to create more of a dining experience rather than just filling up and leaving.”
