Clam Cakes For Thanksgiving? RI Author Makes The Case

The following press release was submitted and written by "Great Clam Cake and Fritter Guide" author Carolyn Wyman.

NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI — The communal consumption of clam-flavored doughnut holes is a near-sacred summer ritual in Rhode Island. But they're equally delicious and interesting at turkey time, Great Clam Cake and Fritter Guide author Carolyn Wyman will argue during an illustrated presentation at the North Kingstown Free Library, 100Boone St., North Kingstown, R.I., on Thursday, Nov. 30 at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free, but reservations are required.

Wyman's talk, based on her recently published book and informed by research she did at the North Kingstown Free Library, will dig deeply into the history, culture and cuisine of this cultish regional specialty, which was first served at pavilions and amusement parks surrounding Narragansett Bay in the mid-to-late 1800s, including the still fondly-remembered Rocky Point and Crescent Park.

A book signing will follow the 45-minute presentation. For more information or reservations (required), visit www.nklibrary.org or call 401-294-3306.

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