This residence truly personified the “Gilded Age”. Boasting of fifty rooms and requiring 36 servants, this “cottage” was fit for the wealthy members of the prominent Vanderbilt family, who amassed their fortune in railroads. The opulent residence was build as a “summer cottage” for Alva and William Vanderbilt between 18. The Marble House is one of Newport’s most elegant mansions. Though my time schedule would not permit me to tour the interior of another residence, I did have a few moments to spare for viewing the home’s fine exterior. The tour had concluded and it was time for me to move on to another “summer cottage” residence. Vast well-manicured lawns surround the mansion. However, the tour is well worth the visit to view the exquisite rooms and to hear the stories about the lives of this accomplished family. Photography is not permitted within the home. While George and his wife were on an extended European holiday, an architect was hired to redesign the residence in the French style of the late 19th century. The lion’s share of his fortune went to his son George Peabody, who eventually became Governor of Rhode Island and a U.S. China trade merchant William Wetmore had the Italian style home constructed as his residence in 1852. The elegant parties held there, epitomized the “Gilded Age” in American High Society. It was the most exquisite home in Newport, until the Vanderbilt family built their summer “cottages” in the 1890s. Chateau-sur-Mer is a fine example of Victorian architecture and furnishings. I decided to limit myself to combo of a single mansion tour and a topiary visit, given the brief time I would be in the region. Visitors to Newport may purchase a five mansion tour ticket for a reduced rate or a combo of two homes for a lower cost. My juice was absolutely flavorful and refreshing! With my hunger satiated, it was time for my sightseeing to commence. This was a really delicious meal!įor my mid-day beverage, I opted for the raw power juice “lemonade series” consisting of strawberries, lemon, apple, and grapes. I opted for a vegan lunch entree of the pineapple curry and veggie rice bowl made of brown rice, the chef’s curry sauce of pineapple, red and green peppers, sweet & red onion, carrots, and celery, topped with pineapple and sunflower seeds. The prices are fair at this clean and cozy casual cafe. They serve up nutritious breakfast bowls, salads, healthy wraps and rice bowls, and fresh sandwiches. Raw Power is Newport’s first and only all vegan eatery. It was superb.Ī quick drive around town eventually led me to Raw Power Juice Bar & Restaurant( Raw Power Restaurant) for lunch.
I took a little bite out of it to sample the taste. Their counter showcased several vegan baked goods, so I purchased a ginger pear muffin for the following day. The combination of fruity and sweet flavors made this a fantastic drink! Ingredients included mango, banana, pineapple, coconut milk, orange juice, goji powder, and ice. My morning beverage was the coconut creamsicle smoothie. For my vegan breakfast, I chose the “Popeye Goes Vegan” English muffin sandwich made with a seasoned tempeh patty, daiya cheese, tomatoes, spinach, with a side of sweet potato homefries and salsa. Keenwah ( Keenwah Restaurant) is a very vegan-friendly, casual restaurant that offers healthy options such as vegan breakfast and lunch selections, smoothies and juices, and baked goods. I just had to return to observe this for myself! Thus I decided to spend a summer day exploring the vegan-friendly restaurants, the stately mansions, a popular garden topiary, and the gorgeous ocean views that define Newport.Īfter an easy commute from the Boston area, I arrived in Newport just in time for a late breakfast in town. Two or three years had elapsed since my previous visit and it had recently come to my attention that the vegan dining scene there was evolving in a most positive direction. It remains a favorite summertime destination for those who wish to take a step back in time to the heyday of the Gilded Age in American “High Society”. These are the images that come to mind for anyone that reflects on Newport, Rhode Island.
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