Best of Rhode Island
We are excited to announce we have won a Best of Rhode Island award for 2007!
Best Weeknight Dinner ~ Editor’s Pick 2007

First Year Anniversary ~ November 2007 Menu
As we approach our first year anniversary this November, we are asking you to please take a few minutes and cast a vote for your favorite Mixing Table meals. The top 12 will make the menu for November 2007! You will be able to access the survey now through Sep. 22nd.

Vote for your favorite entrees by clicking here.

Chef Series
Our featured Chef Series returned last month with a delicious Mahi Mahi and Coriander Rub entrée from Chef Steve Bianchini of Glorious Affairs Catering.

Upcoming:
September – Chef Mike Connetta of Waterman Grille
October – Chef Kevin DiLibero of 22 Bowen’s Wine Bar and Grille
November - Customer's Favorites
December – Emily Gedney, R.D. of First Step Health Education and Wellness Center
January – Chef Brian Mansfield of The Mooring Restaurant
February - Chef di Cuisine Andrea Soave of Camille’s

Chef Mike Connetta's biography:
Michael A. Conetta
Executive Chef, Waterman Grille

Executive Chef Michael A. Conetta, a lifelong Rhode Islander, knew at an early age that he wanted a career in the culinary arts.

Under the tutelage of some of the region’s top chefs, Chef Michael learned the rewards of hard work, the creativity that comes with culinary diversity and the merits of mastering all jobs in the kitchen.

Most recently, Chef Michael, 27, was named Executive Chef of the Waterman Grille in Providence, an upscale yet casual eatery with a focus on small plates and comfort food using only the freshest seasonal ingredients, organic when possible.

Chef Michael draws his inspiration for The Waterman Grille menu from the property’s natural feeling – exposed brick, the flowing river – to create a contemporary yet traditional flair. The Waterman Grille is the perfect spot for a business lunch or after-work drinks and dinner.

In addition to the American bistro-style dishes, the Waterman Grille features a food-friendly boutique wine list with 25 reds, 25 whites.

Chef Michael began working in the food industry at age 15. At age 21, after honing his skills at various restaurants and private catering companies, Chef Michael was named Sous Chef at The Holiday Inn in Providence, under the direction of Chef Sal Braga.

Chef Michael credits his mentors – including Chef Sal Braga of the Holiday Inn and Chef Casey Riley of Newport Harbor Corporation -- for the hands-on experience and diligent work ethic they instilled in him, both of which helped lead him to his most recent post at the Waterman Grille.

Prior to the post of Executive Chef of the Waterman Grille, Chef Michael served as Chef of Catering Operations for Gatehouse Catering, which was acquired by Newport Harbor Corporation in 2006, along with the Gatehouse Restaurant. The Waterman Grille is scheduled to open in April 2007 at 4 Richmond Square in Providence.

Chef Michael resides in Cranston with his wife, Meghan, and their 3-year-old daughter, Talia.

Back to school, back to YOU!
Thursday, September 27th between 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
With the rush of back to school behind us, we thought it was time to get Back to YOU! We have created a special evening just for you that will include mixing, sampling of upcoming menu items, a cooking demonstration by our September featured Chef, Mike Connetta of Waterman Grille, wine tasting with Chris Gasbarro of Chris Gasbarro’s Fine Wine & Spirits and much more! We hope you will join us for a evening of friends, food & spirits! Visit the calendar to RSVP for this special Mixing Table event at http://www.themixingtable.com/PlanYourMeals/Sessions.aspx.

On the night of the event, enter to win a Kidoinfo totebag (www.kidoinfo.com) filled with great gifts for moms from local businesses, including a gift certificate for 3 entrees from The Mixing Table.

Featured customer - Kirsten DiChiappara
Our customers are unique! With varied backgrounds, experiences and special hidden talents, we thought featuring a customer each month would be a fun addition to our newsletter. We hope you enjoy reading about fellow mixers!

Do you have a hidden talent or something you want us to share . . . maybe a favorite family recipe? If you are interested in being in a future newsletter please email us at info@themixingtable.com.

Kirsten DiChiappara is the Director of First Step Health Education and Wellness Center located in Bristol, Rhode Island. The center supports their clients with their individual health and wellness initiatives. Programs are custom designed to meet the unique needs of each person to create positive, sustainable lifestyle changes. With classes and memberships of all ranges and types, there is something for everyone in your family. Visit online at www.firststepwellness.com or call (401) 396-9331 for more information!

New photography at The Mixing Table!
Dan Schwartz is a writer, photographer and advertising representative for Providence Monthly and East Side Monthly. When capturing images, he looks for natural synchronicities and subtle archetypal forms that are not readily appreciated at first glance. These photos, which come from the show Natural Geometry, display pairings that reveal unusual similarities, like the spacing between a group of ducks in Narragansett Bay and the rusty rivets of a train trellis. While connecting the photographs is interesting, each work also stands on its own. Different themed shows will be rotated at The Mixing Table, with the next one focused on the architecture and scenery of Providence’s East Side. The photographs are available for purchase. If interested please contact Dan directly at dans@providenceonline.com.

Seasonal Freezer Items
The Mixing Table is rolling out a new series of seasonal menu items that will always be available in the freezer. The side dishes are portioned as ‘smalls’ so that multiple can be served with any given dish, and so that the kids and grown-ups can each have their own side. For the Fall (September – November), the items are as follows:

Pasta: Handmade Pumpkin Sachette
Side Dishes: Roasted Corn Cakes, Vegetable Casserole, Homemade Mashed Potatoes, Vegetable Medley, Maple Glazed Carrots, Corn Muffins with Whipped Maple Butter
Breakfast/Brunch: Pumpkin Bread
Oven/Crockpot-ready Entrees: Meat Lasagna, Hearty Red Lentil Soup, Chicken Brushetta
Dessert: Caramel Apple Crostata

New store hours
As of Sep. 4th our regular business hours will be:
Monday & Tuesday
9:30 to 3:00 PM, freezer items and gift certificates* are available.

Wednesday & Thursday
9:30 to 7:00 PM, sessions: 9:30 AM, 11:30 AM,
5:30 PM & 7:00 PM.

Friday
9:30 – 3:00 PM, sessions: 9:30 AM & 11:30 AM

Saturday
9:00 to 2:00 PM, sessions: 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM & 12 N

Sunday
closed

For extended store hours and scheduled assembly times please visit our calendar. Available days and times will vary from week to week based on our customers needs.

We host private party mix’r events Tuesday through Saturday. Please call or email us with preferred dates to confirm availability.

*Pre-assembled freezer items and gift certificates are available daily during regular store hours. Gift certificates are always available online.

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We look forward to hearing your feedback and suggestions as we continue working to improve the quality of our product and service offerings. Hope to see you Mixing soon!

Eat well, Live well!
Tracy, Vanessa and Susan