Blount Summit 2015

Newport, R.I., is home to many historical “firsts: As the capital of colonial Rhode Island, it was the first to declare independence from England, paving the way for the creation of the United States. As such, Newport proved an apt setting for the second Blount Culinary Summit, held July 22–23, which highlighted a number of initiatives giving shape to the food industry of tomorrow. From charitable giving to sustainable and “authentic” food, the second Blount Summit provided food for thought and thoughtful food to about 100 grocery retail and foodservice thought leaders.