Fresh Reads
Healthy eating tips, local food stories, and the inside scoop on what we are cooking up in Johnston, RI.
At Wicked Fresh Cafe in Johnston, RI, we bake our multigrain bread and Portuguese bolo-style muffins from scratch every single morning — five ingredients or less, no shortcuts. Here's the story behind why we started, what goes into it, and why it matters more than you'd think.
From kombucha on draft to century-old soda recipes, Rhode Island's craft beverage scene is quietly one of the best in New England. Here's our honest guide to the local drinks we love — and pour — at Wicked Fresh Cafe.
From the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at Roger Williams Park to the Chocolate Expo in Lincoln and Autumnfest in Woonsocket, here's our guide to the best Rhode Island fall events happening near Johnston this October and November 2026.
We've been sourcing from Salisbury Farm right here in Johnston, RI for a while now — and it's changed how we think about every ingredient we put on your plate. Here's the story behind that relationship.
Every fall, our kitchen at Wicked Fresh Cafe goes through a quiet but intentional shift. Here's the real story behind our seasonal menu transitions — the supplier calls, the test batches, and the decisions that shape what ends up on the board.
We asked our regulars, walked the neighborhoods, and ate a lot of food. Here's our honest guide to the best healthy lunch spots in Johnston RI, Providence, and the surrounding area — including a few places we genuinely love.
From the Johnston Apple Festival to WaterFire Providence and the Federal Hill Columbus Day Festival, fall 2026 is stacked with things to do near Johnston, RI. Here's our honest local guide to the best events this season — and what we're fueling up on before each one.
From pick-your-own farms in Johnston to artisan bakeries in Providence and scratch-made cafes on Hartford Ave, Rhode Island's farm-to-table scene is thriving in 2026. Here's our honest, firsthand guide to finding real food across the state.
We don't pour just any soda at Wicked Fresh. Here's the story of why Yacht Club Soda — brewed in Providence, RI since 1915 — is the only craft soda on our menu, and what it says about how we think about every ingredient we serve.
Late August means one thing in our kitchen: back-to-school prep. Here's how we're adjusting our menu, sourcing decisions, and morning workflow to fuel Johnston families, students, and commuters heading into the fall rush.
August in Rhode Island is packed — from waterfront festivals to farmers markets and late-summer food events. Here's what we're excited about near Johnston this month, and how we're fueling up for all of it.
From our own counter on Hartford Ave to the indie roasters and neighborhood cafes scattered across Johnston and Providence, Rhode Island's coffee scene is quietly excellent. Here's our honest roundup of the best coffee shops worth your morning detour.
We don't put just anything on draft at Wicked Fresh Cafe — so when we decided to pour Katalyst Kombucha from Greenfield, MA, it was a deliberate choice. Here's the story of how that partnership started, what makes Katalyst different, and why our Johnston regulars keep coming back for a pint.
Go behind the counter at Wicked Fresh Cafe in Johnston, RI, and discover how we build our summer grain bowls from scratch — from the multigrain base we bake in-house daily to the cold-pressed toppings we source from nobl and the kombucha pairings we pour from Katalyst on draft.
From WaterFire Providence to pick-your-own berries at Salisbury Farm and the Hope Street Farmers Market, July in Rhode Island is packed. Here's our honest local guide to the best summer events near Johnston — plus what we're fueling up on at Wicked Fresh Cafe this month.
From scratch-made cafe bowls to cold-pressed juice bars and farm-fresh markets, Johnston RI has more healthy eating options than most people realize. Here's our honest, firsthand guide to eating well in our town — and the neighboring spots we genuinely recommend.
From scratch-made breakfast bowls to Portuguese-style baked goods, Johnston RI has a surprisingly strong morning food scene. Here's our honest guide to the best healthy breakfast spots in town — including a few neighbors we genuinely love.
We don't carry just any juice at Wicked Fresh Cafe — we carry nobl cold pressed juices because we've tasted the difference firsthand. Here's the story of how this Rhode Island partnership started and why it matters to everything we do.
Go behind the counter at Wicked Fresh Cafe in Johnston, RI — from our daily in-house bread baking and scratch-made sauces to why we partner with Yacht Club Soda, Katalyst Kombucha, and nobl cold pressed juices.
From Hope Street Farmers Market to WaterFire Providence and the Johnston Food Truck series, here's our guide to the best Rhode Island summer events in 2026 — plus what we're making at Wicked Fresh Cafe this season.
Every summer, our Johnson & Wales trained culinary team rethinks parts of the menu — and this year we're excited about new wraps, chilled grain bowls, and seasonal craft soda builds made fresh in Johnston, RI.
Looking for fresh, satisfying wraps and salads near Johnston, RI? Wicked Fresh Cafe's scratch-made menu — crafted by a Johnson & Wales trained culinary team — delivers bold flavors, locally sourced ingredients, and real nutrition in every bite.
Discover how Katalyst Kombucha — the live-culture, probiotic-rich brew we carry at Wicked Fresh Cafe — can support your gut health, boost your energy, and become your new daily ritual in Johnston, RI.
Looking for the best smoothies near Johnston, Rhode Island? We break down what makes a truly great smoothie — real fruit, quality protein, and zero fillers. Here's why customers drive from Cranston, Providence, and Warwick just for a Bananarama.
At Wicked Fresh Cafe, locally sourced is not just a buzzword. We partner with Rhode Island farms and suppliers to bring you the freshest ingredients possible. Here is why it matters for your health, the community, and the planet.
Yacht Club Soda has been a Rhode Island institution since 1915. We use their iconic sodas as the base for our custom craft soda menu — from the Classic Root Beer Float to the legendary Honeyduke's Butter Beer.
Mornings are hectic. Skip the drive-through and grab a protein-packed breakfast that actually fuels your day. From our Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowl to the Egg & Cheese Quick Wrap — here are the best grab-and-go options.
Cold pressed juice retains more nutrients than traditional juicing. We carry nobl cold pressed juices — Carrot Ginger, Cucumber Celery Green, and Orange — each packed with vitamins and made without heat or oxidation.
Tired of the same fast-casual chains? Discover why locals from Cranston, Providence, Warwick, and North Providence are making the short drive to Wicked Fresh Cafe for signature sandwiches, fresh wraps, and more.
