What do you first think about when you hear the names ‘Guy‘ and ‘Louie?’ Probably that guy from that funny show, Louie C.K.. Well, if you watch enough Food Network, the only Guy in your life has bleached blonde hair and a penchant for bling. After accessing your mental encyclopedia of Triple D episodes, you find that Guy actually visited beloved Brook Street eatery Loui’s Family Restaurant a couple years back. What you didn’t realize, however, was how enthralling the episode actually was. In fact, the Loui’s segment on Triple D may be the embodiment of everything fantastic about Fieri’s show–from its catchphrases to its genuine false enthusiasm. You didn’t ask for it, so we’re bringing it to you: the comprehensive guide to Loui’s appearance on Guy Fieri’s hit program, Diners, Drive-ins and Dives (apparently no Harvard commas on the Food Network). [Read more →]

Rhode Island has its quirks, to be certain, and among its hidden secrets is that it birthed the dive diner.

And who doesn’t love a little validation?

Last week, the Liberty Elm Diner had its moment in the sun on Food Network’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.” Featured on the “Comfort Foods Classics” episode, the local spot taught Guy Fieri a couple tricks on how to make a roasted turkey sandwich.

The episode re-airs over the next couple of weeks. Make friends off campus — IPTV is not a Food Network subscriber.

And if you want a little dive lovin’ even closer to home, Loui’s made its appearance on the show in November.