EDITED BY JAMIE COELHO
On Tap : Brewery Rebloom
Rhode Island has seen a rash of brewery closings , but it seems no space stays vacant for long . By Lauren Clem
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FTER SIX PACK BREWING announced its closing this fall , a group of the brewery ’ s regulars bonded together to launch Trágmar Ale Works in the same space . The brewery ’ s name , Trágmar , comes from a figure in Celtic mythology known as a thrower of battle axes . Its logo features an ax with a Celtic shield knot and a hop embedded in the handle .
“ We ’ re hoping to be open sometime around March ,” says Chris Kerr , co-owner alongside Jason Buck and Michael Godet — hopefully just in time for St . Patrick ’ s Day .
The three friends solidified the business venture over a love of craft beer and a mutual dream . Buck and Godet are neighbors in Bristol , while Kerr met Buck , an Air Force veteran , when the two worked together at a defense contracting company . Godet , the primary brewer of the three , has several years of experience working as a brewer at Vigilant Brewing Company and has completed the professional craft brewing certificate program at Johnson & Wales University . “ We ’ ve all had thoughts of opening something like this for a long time ,” Kerr says . While they plan to continue some of Six Pack ’ s regular events , the owners say patrons can expect a different feel from Trágmar . Paying tribute to Kerr ’ s heritage — he emigrated from Ireland to the United States in 2007 — their goal is to create a brewery that feels like an Irish pub . That means stouts and Irish red ales on draft , plus an emphasis on other traditional styles .
“ We ’ re going to mix it up , do all kinds of different styles for the market , but we want to try to bring back some of those old-world styles and historical styles as well ,” Kerr says .
They also plan to host Irish musicians and traditional sessions , plus food trucks on busier days . For those mourning the loss of Six Pack , the owners say not to fear too much change . The location will still offer a mug club and maintain its signature dog-friendly vibe . 87 Gooding Ave ., Bristol , 638-0333 , tragmar . com
FROM LEFT : Michael Godet , Chris Kerr and Jason Buck are the co-owners of Trágmar Ale Works , expected to open in Bristol in March .
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Rise and Shine
The Eatery in Westerly has been delighting South County with breakfast and lunch classics . By Erika Spitznagel
WHETHER YOU ’ RE an early riser looking for buttery pancakes or woke up late craving an omelet , The Eatery serves up all the classics that make you feel right at home .
Curated by owner Shannon Holdredge , the extensive menu is filled with sweet and savory pastries and comforting meals including the Irish eggs Benedict , cinnamon swirl French toast , hash brown-crusted quiche and homemade muffins . The Eatery is also known for its delicious home fries and corned beef hash .
Having worked in the restaurant business all her life , Holdredge always dreamed of owning her own breakfast spot . “ I had just about given up on my dream and then this opportunity of taking over the old Beach Street Cafe came to me ,” she says .
After growing up in Westerly , Holdredge knew this was the perfect place for a breakfast spot . Her hope is to create a bond with her customers , so that her legacy can be passed on to her seven children and four grandchildren .
The Eatery offers weekly comfort food and soup specials as well as a kids ’ menu . Comfort food nights are held the first Monday of each month , with a choice of three different meals . 55 Beach St ., Westerly , 315-0777
PHOTOGRAPHY ( CLOCKWISE FROM OPPOSITE PAGE , TOP ): COURTESY OF BIG FEELING / ALEX MADDALENA ; COURTESY OF TRÁGMAR ALE WORKS ; COURTESY OF THE EATERY / SHANNON HOLDREDGE ; COURTESY OF CRU PVD .
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