Providence, Rhode Island, may be small, but its art scene and acclaimed food culture rival many larger U.S. cities.

The National Restaurant Association reports that 70% of U.S. restaurants now offer vegan or vegetarian menu items. Meanwhile, the global plant-based food market is expected to reach 77.8 billion U.S. dollars in 2025 and could double over the next 5-10 years. Now, vegetable-forward menus are emerging in unlikely places like Spain, Paris and Tuscany.

Each holiday season, Big Cedar Lodge transforms into one of the most festive getaways in the Ozarks with holiday lights, family-friendly activities, and themed events that make it feel like its own little Christmas town. … Read more

Chicago has emerged as the undisputed king of fine dining, claiming a staggering 17 spots on OpenTable's newly released 2025 Top 100 U.S. Restaurants list.