Saturday August 23rd, 2008, from Noon-4 PM 

PROVIDENCE, RI: This summer, "foodies" of all ages will take to the streets to Savor Providence, helping to launch the newest celebration of one of the hottest culinary cities in the country. A new twist on the usual “taste” event, Savor Providence will take place throughout the many fine restaurants of Providence on Saturday, August 23rd from Noon to 4PM. No tents, no standing in lines – Savor Providence will lead people right to the doorsteps of the many exceptional restaurants in and around the city.  Participants can sample a “taste” of each restaurant's personality and flavor, with samples of signature dishes, house specialties or classic cocktails offered at each establishment.  All proceeds from the event will benefit the educational programs of Trinity Repertory Company.  

Tickets to Savor Providence are on sale now and available in a book of 10 Tastes for just $37.  Admission includes an easy to read map of all participating restaurants, in order to plan your family's culinary adventure around town. Tickets may be purchased at the Trinity Repertory Company box office, 201 Washington Street, Providence; by phone at (401) 351-4242; and online at www.SavorProvidence.com. A discounted rate of $33 per book is available for businesses and groups purchasing fifty or more books. For information on group discounts, contact Denise Giblin at (401) 453-9223. 

This all-new culinary experience takes you into some of the finest restaurants in Providence including: 3 Steeple Street, Aspire, Bluefin Grill, Blue Grotto, Bravo Brasserie, Costantino’s, Fleming’s Prime Steak House, Gracie’s, Local 121, Mill’s Tavern, Red Stripe, Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Trinity Brewhouse, Venda Ravioli, and Waterplace. Many more of the city's popular eateries are expected to join the growing roster of participating restaurants, please visit www.SavorProvidence.com for the most current list.

"Savor Providence is a fabulous opportunity for people from all over the state to experience many of our city's great restaurants," states Providence Mayor David N. Cicilline, "From authentic ethnic foods to seafood fresh from Narragansett Bay, Providence offers an impressive array of award-winning restaurants that will delight even the most discerning palate. What a wonderful opportunity to be able to share in all of these fabulous dishes - and at the same time contribute to Trinity Rep's exceptional educational programs."

"With a chance to sample specialties from Providence's finest chefs, this event gives Rhode Islanders the perfect occasion to treat themselves at many of our city's award-winning restaurants - and all in the course of one afternoon," says Dale J. Venturini, president of the Rhode Island Hospitality and Tourism Association, "Savor Providence promises to be a perfectly delectable new summer event in the city."

Savor Providence is sponsored by Cox Media and RI Monthly.

TRINITY REPERTORY COMPANY
Since its founding in 1963, Trinity Repertory Company has been one of the most respected regional theaters in the country. Featuring the last long standing permanent resident acting company in America, Trinity Rep presents a balance of world premiere, contemporary, and classic works for an estimated annual audience of nearly 160,000. In its 44-year history, the theater has produced 54 world premieres, mounted national and international tours, and, through its graduate-level theater arts conservatory, trained hundreds of new actors and directors. This season marks the 42nd year of Project Discovery, Trinity Rep's pioneering educational outreach program. Launched in 1966, the program introduces over 20,000 Rhode Island and Massachusetts students a year to live theater. The Brown University/Trinity Rep Consortium offers professional training for actors and directors in a three-year MFA program. Since 1973, Trinity Rep's home has been the Lederer Theater Center, a historic landmark built as the Majestic Theatre in 1917. With an annual budget of $8.1 million, the theater employs 120 artistic and administrative staff and annually generates more than $24 million in economic activity. For more information, call the box office at (401) 351-4242 or visit Trinity Rep’s website at www.trinityrep.com. 

DETAILS AT-A-GLANCE
What:                           Savor Providence
                                    Tour and “taste” the many restaurants throughout Providence. 
                                    All proceed benefit the educational programs of Trinity Rep.

 When:                          Saturday, August 23rd, Noon to 4PM

Tickets:                        Book of 10 Tastes for $37

Box Office        (401) 351-4242, 201 Washington Street, Providence, RI 02903
                      Summer hours, Monday - Friday 12-5PM and day of event.
                      Summer phone hours 12-8PM, 7 days a week. 

Group rates                   50+ books of Tastes are $33 each,
                                    contact Denise Giblin (401) 453-9223

Web Site          www.SavorProvidence.com

Event information          (401) 521-1100 X412

Event Sponsors            Cox Media, Rhode Island Monthly