Your Ultimate Guide to the Providence Culinary Collective 2025
February 19, 2025
Providence, Rhode Island, is set to host the inaugural Providence Culinary Collective from March 27 to 30, 2025. This four-day festival celebrates the city’s rich culinary heritage, offering a diverse array of events for food and wine enthusiast, and is unfolding in tandem with the inaugural Rhode Island Wine Experience. Whether you’re a casual foodie or a seasoned connoisseur, there’s something for everyone.
Highlights include:
Guest Chef Dinners
Experience collaborative dinners where nationally recognized chefs team up with local culinary talents. These exclusive events, hosted at some of Providence’s top restaurants, not only offer exquisite menus but also support charitable causes.
Exclusive Tastings
Don’t miss “Foodcraft: An Evening of Global Flavors, Locally Made,” presented by food incubator Hope & Main. This marketplace and tasting event features small bites from a diverse array of local makers, complemented by live music from local musicians.
Food Truck Festivities
Explore a gathering of Providence’s finest food trucks at two events: Food Truck Bites, outside the Vets, and Food Truck Drag Brunch Block Party. It’s a perfect opportunity to sample a variety of local cuisines in a lively, outdoor setting.
Chef’s Choice Classes
Enhance your culinary skills with hands-on cooking classes led by expert chefs from Johnson & Wales University, one of the nation’s top culinary schools. Choose from sessions on contemporary Italian cuisine, breakfast pastries, and wine tasting and pairing exercises.
Exclusive Wine Experiences
Indulge in the finest wines at events like the Grand Tasting and Vintners Dinner. Acclaimed chefs and sommeliers will guide you through perfect pairings, offering a deep dive into the world of wine.
Detailed Schedule:
Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of this gastronomic extravaganza and help you plan your culinary adventure:
Thursday, March 27, 2025
- 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Visit the Culinary Arts Museum at Johnson & Wales University, free and open to the public.
- 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.: Attend “Foodcraft: An Evening of Global Flavors, Locally Made” at 100 Westminster St.
- 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.: Join the VIP Opening Pour with Round Pond Estate Winery at the historic Providence Art Club.
- 5:30 p.m.: Enjoy a four-course dinner at Oberlin Restaurant, paired with exceptional wines from DuMOL’s 2022 vintage.
Friday, March 28, 2025
- 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Explore the Culinary Arts Museum at Johnson & Wales University.
- 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Participate in Chef’s Choice Cooking Classes at Johnson & Wales University.
- 5:30 p.m.: Savor a four-course wine dinner at Café Nuovo, featuring world-class wines from Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars.
- 6 p.m.: Experience the Giro d’Italia wine dinner at Sarto.
Saturday, March 29, 2025
- 11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.: Attend the Wine X Grand Tasting Event inside the Ballroom at the Providence G.
- 6 p.m.: Participate in additional exclusive wine dinners and tastings at select venues.
Sunday, March 30, 2025
- 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.: Enjoy a relaxed afternoon at the Food Truck Festivities, featuring a variety of local food trucks.
- 5 p.m.: Conclude the festival with a special closing dinner event, details to be announced.
Note: Event times and details are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, visit the official festival website.
Ticket Information
Tickets for the Providence Culinary Collective are on sale now. With a range of events catering to different tastes and budgets, you can customize your festival experience. Early booking is recommended, as events are expected to sell out quickly.
Supporting the Community
The festival is partnering with anti-hunger non-profit Feed the Children and Price Rite Marketplace for a community program benefiting Rhode Islanders in need. By attending, you’ll not only indulge in exceptional culinary experiences but also contribute to a worthy cause.
Plan Your Visit
Providence is known for its vibrant culinary scene year-round, with a mix of well-established eateries from James Beard Award winners to funky pop-ups, exciting chef collaboration, international cuisine and hidden gems. While in town for the festival, consider exploring local favorites like Al Forno, known for its grilled pizza, and newcomers like There, There, celebrated for its juicy burgers. The event also aligns with the debut of the much anticipated Track 15 food hall. The brand new, 18,500 square food food hall, housed inside a historic reimagined train station (hence, “track” 15), features seven vendors serving everything from modern Indian and Middle Eastern cuisine to Neapolitan-style pizza and Mixteca cuisine from Puebla and Oaxaca.
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Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in Providence’s culinary delights. Mark your calendars for March 27–30, 2025, and get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Providence Culinary Collective.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the official Providence Culinary Collective website.
