• Food,  Recipes

    Dynamites (Recipe)

    Rhode Island dynamites

    Dynamites are a delicacy found only in a very small area in and around northern Rhode Island. They get their name from the fact that they are traditionally hot…as in spicy…although they can also be made very mild. They’re kind of like Sloppy Joes because of the meat sauce in a bun thing, but otherwise they are dramatically different, made with ground beef, onions, peppers, and tomatoes. Hot seasonings optional. Just as some places have Ham & Bean Suppers, in this part of the country political gatherings and/or fundraisers are often billed as Beer & Dynamite Parties. Most local restaurants have dynamites on their menu. They are often served at large family gatherings and get togethers as well as being made at home just for a regular meal. In fact the batch shown in the accompanying photo was made last…

  • Food,  Recipes

    Clam Cakes

    Real RI clam cakes

    I’ve been on a clam cake kick lately, ordering clam cakes anytime I see them on a menu, no matter what I had intended to order when I first walked through the door. If they have clam cakes, that’s what I’m having.