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Spotlight: Contessa Restaurant at The Newbury Hotel in Boston

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Spotlight: 1928 Beacon Hill in Boston

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Friday, April 22, 2011

Newport Great Chowder Cookoff Celebrates 30 Years on June 4, 2011

The Newport Rhode Island Waterfront will be buzzing with The Great Chowder Cookoff on June 4. Now in its 30th year, the celebration promises to be thicker than ever! Three world champions will return this year to defend their title. You will Enjoy all-you-can-eat samples of various traditional and exotic chowders from across the country and beyond, and vote for the best in three categories: Clam, Seafood and Creative. The festivities this year will include a Clamcake Eating Challenge and the introduction of the Chowdahead Club.

For more information, visit the Newport Waterfront Events website.