Health + Wellness

Redefining Women’s Empowerment

Why prioritizing health is the ultimate act of self-respect Article by Gina (Carloto) D’Amore Women’s empowerment is often celebrated when it looks like ambition, achievement, or outward success, but prioritizing our health is rarely seen as a powerful, valid form of self-respect. In 2022, I lost my mother just three months after her cancer diagnosis. Watching her undergo aggressive treatment while still putting others first taught me what real strength looks like. Throughout my life, she...

Local Services

Local Experiences

The best places and things to do in our area. Article by Megan Schinella Adirondack Store & Gallery offers a diverse selection of rustic furniture and home decor, including seating, tables, cabinets, and has been a steadfast emblem of quality and authenticity for decades. New Canaan, CT. Lille shoppe specializes in thoughtfully sourced goods from beautiful places. You'll find unique, high quality goods curated from all over the world for your home and lifestyle. Westport, CT. Browne...

Life + Culture

Ask Leslie!

Article by Leslie Kumar Hi Everyone,  Welcome back to Ask Leslie — the monthly advice column where you get real answers to real-life dilemmas, no identity required. This month’s DMs landed right where love meets boundaries. We’ll be navigating family vacations, dodging political questions, and carefully deciding whether an old friendship deserves a comeback (been there!). The common thread was clear: how do we honor ourselves and our relationships at the same time? There’s no script for...

Home Services

Quietly Brilliant Design

A family kitchen reimagined with intention, restraint, and enduring New England sensibility—where beauty, sustainability, and real life coexist seamlessly Article by Laura Sabia From the outset, the goal for this kitchen remodel was not to chase trends, but to correct what wasn’t working and to do so with clarity, purpose, and longevity. The original space, weighed down by dark cherry cabinetry and inefficient circulation, felt heavy and disconnected from the way the family actually lived...

Shopping

Work From Home Essentials

Aesthetic, functional items to keep handy on your desk Article by Anna Barnes A thoughtfully styled work-from-home desk is about more than aesthetics. While working from home can often feel mundane, the right desk essentials add both style and functionality. These are the items that earn a permanent place on my desk for working smarter and feeling inspired. 1.     Canopy Portable Humidifier We spend so much time elevating our kitchens and bedrooms, yet when you work from home, your desk is...

Local Services

Designed With Precision

Specialty training, conservative care, and a family-first philosophy in Darien Article by Laura Sabia | Photography by Abby Cole Photography At Dental Specialists of Darien, dentistry is where science, design, and human connection meet. Led by board-certified prosthodontists and partners Dr. Marie Falcone and Dr. William Zapata, the practice is rooted in precision, compassion, and a legacy of excellence spanning more than 60 years. As the third generation to own and operate the Darien...

Life + Culture

Ask Leslie!

Your Guide to Life's Everyday Dilemmas Article by Leslie Kumar Hi Everyone!  Welcome back to Ask Leslie! In this month’s issue, we’re talking about choosing where to volunteer, navigating household responsibilities, hosting without stress and managing friendships. If you’ve been feeling stretched thin or wondering where your energy is best spent, this month’s column is a reminder that you don’t have to do it all to do it well. xx Leslie   As a working Mom, how do you balance everything...

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Local Experiences

The best places and things to do in our area. Article by Megan Schinella From shops, artists and more, show your love and support to our city’s creatives and visionaries. Enjoy these local establishments that you’re sure to fall for while giving back to our city’s economy simultaneously. Silvermine Arts Center in New Canaan, a historic visual arts center, School of Art, over 300 professional artists, and five galleries with free admission, offering classes for all ages and community...

Food + Beverage

Recipes for Game Day

Score big on Super Bowl Sunday with these winning recipes from Feast and Merriment. Article and Photography by Chrissy Collins The Super Bowl is about four things: football, friends, family, and food. And what’s better than that?! When you’re hosting, the goal is to keep things easy—mixing hot and cold dishes so you’re not stuck in the kitchen, and prepping ahead so the day feels relaxed and fun rather than rushed. When planning, focus on bold flavors, good contrast, and dishes that hold up...

Style + Beauty

Greenwich, Meet Hill House

Nell Diamond’s beloved brand opens on Greenwich Avenue Article by Laura Sabia | Photography by Noa Griffel When Nell Diamond opens the doors to Hill House Home at 117 Greenwich Avenue, it’s more than a retail expansion, it’s a full-circle moment. Born and raised in London, Diamond spent part of her early childhood living in Greenwich, a detail that makes this new storefront feel deeply personal. “Opening a Hill House store on Greenwich Ave is truly a dream come true,” she shares. That sense...