Sitting just on the cusp of fall, September is summer’s last hurrah. A favorite orchard harvest also straddles the lines, between hot and cold, sweet and crisp: the apple. Whether juiced for its delectable cider, baked into a dessert, or paired with a savory meal, this ever-flexible fruit is the star of many delicacies in and around the region this month.
This local gem, synonymous with seafood and right near East Matunuck State Beach, is also bringing the September food magic. For a savory way to enjoy orchard harvests, try the Bone in Pork Chops with caramelized apples, and top off the evening with a sweet treat: Apple Turnovers. Wakefield, CapNJacksRestaurant.com
This bustling breakfast and brunch eatery keeps one foot on the fall bandwagon year-round with their cinnamon apple pancakes and waffles – the ultimate breakfast choice. Kick things up to the next level by cheersing your brunch buddies with a round of Apple Cider Mimosas. Warwick, CozyGrillWarwick.com
This seasonal pop-up, open Labor Day through Thanksgiving at Windmist Farm, signals the unofficial start to fall. Their hard-pressed cider is made with no added sweeteners, and the flavor profile changes with the season from slightly tart to sweet. Order it hot-mulled or in slushie form, and pair with a cider donut! Jamestown, HardPressedCiderCompany.com
The lines at this Wickford mainstay can stretch down the street. As summer slowly transitions into autumn, enjoy the best of both seasons by ordering their homemade Apple Pie-flavored ice cream, served in a cone or by the half-gallon. It’s the perfect union of warming spices and cold dessert. North Kingstown, TheInsideScoopRI.com
From the founder of Sons of Liberty Co. – known for their award-winning whiskeys – comes a canned cocktail brand ideal for fall sipping. Launched in 2023, Lani Sangria includes traditional red and white, as well as an Apple Cider Sangria in their lineup, made with real fruit and no artificial sweeteners.
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Go straight to the source at this pick-your-own farm growing apples available by the peck or half-bushel. While peak ripeness varies by weather and variety, early September usually yields Honeycrisp, Gala, Mcintosh, and more, while Braeburn and Candy Crisp fans will have better luck later in the fall. North Kingstown, NarrowLaneOrchardRI.com
This darling family-owned cidery and winery sources all their apples from Sunset Orchard in North Scituate. In addition to their canned offerings, find full glasses of craft cider like Black Currant and Hopposites Attract in their taproom. Their Apple Pie wine is the perfect sip to wrap up an autumnal lunch or din-din. Westerly, TappedApple.com
It isn’t a good old-fashioned American cookout without fresh-made apple pie. Enlist the experts at Vesta Bakery to bake one up for any gathering, or choose from a variety of other scrumptious pies and cakes. In the display case, watch for the French Apple Tart and Cranberry Apple Tart with crumb topping. Westerly, VestaBakery.com
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