Firsthand experience articles on International Destinations, Hotels, Resorts, Spas, Restaurants, Chefs, Recipes, Adventures, Music, Wines, Liquors, and more... http://luxuryexperience.com Thu, 18 Mar 2010 15:09:15 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://luxuryexperience.com/destinations/north_america/stamford%2c_connecticut_-_historic%2c_coastal_city.html Stamford (http://www.ci.stamford.ct.us/), settled in 1641, is Connecticut's fourth largest city and is the eighth largest city of the New England states. Located on the shores of Long Island Sound only 25 miles from New York City, 40 miles from New Haven, and 90 miles from Hartford, the state capital, Stamford provides visitors with the ability to explore historic New England, enjoy its beaches, and commute to New York City. Destinations - North America Sun, 07 Mar 2010 18:35:54 +0100 http://luxuryexperience.com/hotels_and_resorts/united_states/the_hotel_chesterfield%2c_stamford%2c_connecticut%2c_usa.html The Hotel Chesterfield (http://www.thehotelchesterfield.com/) located in Shippan Point Peninsula, the affluent shoreline community of Stamford, Connecticut, is a tiny architectural gem with 9 sumptuously appointed guestrooms. Built in 1863, the elegant Victorian mansion has been lovingly restored and provides gracious hospitality to its guests along with water views of Long Island Sound. Located a mere 45 minutes from New York City, the hotel is perfect for leisure as well as business travelers. Hotels and Resorts - United States Hotels Wed, 03 Mar 2010 20:24:41 +0100 http://luxuryexperience.com/hotels_and_resorts/united_states/hotel_zero_degrees%2c_stamford%2c_connecticut%2c_usa.html Hotel Zero Degrees (http://www.hotelzerodegrees.com/), a boutique 97-room hotel, opened in late October 2009, and is located in the heart of downtown Stamford, Connecticut within walking distance of the business district, cultural venues, restaurants, and nightlife, and the rail station. Located in the former YMCA, the space has metamorphosed into an attractive contemporary and comfortable hotel, and is conveniently located only 45-minutes from New York City. Hotels and Resorts - United States Hotels Wed, 03 Mar 2010 22:07:26 +0100 http://luxuryexperience.com/restaurants/united_states_restaurants/restaurant_jean-louis%2c_greenwich%2c_connecticut%2c_usa.html Restaurant JEAN-LOUIS (http://www.restaurantjeanlouis.com/) in Greenwich, Connecticut owned by Chef Jean-Louis Gerin and his charming wife Linda, had me fondly recalling memories of Paris. Since 1985, Restaurant JEAN-LOUIS has focused on the art and style of French cuisine with the perfect dash of intimate ambience and attentive yet unobtrusive service; located only 37 minutes from New York City, it is well worth the drive. Restaurants - United States Restaurants Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:37:03 +0100 http://luxuryexperience.com/restaurants/united_states_restaurants/the_saltwater_grille%2c_stamford%2c_connecticut%2c_usa.html The Saltwater Grille (http://www.saltwatergrille.net/), located on Long Island Sound, in Stamford, Connecticut is a sleeper of a restaurant featuring innovative cuisine by Executive Chef Pasquale Pascarella complemented by an excellent staff. Add a sunset over the water and its close proximity to New York City place this New American Bistro restaurant on the hot list: arrive by boat or by car, but do arrive. Restaurants - United States Restaurants Sun, 07 Mar 2010 12:25:27 +0100 http://luxuryexperience.com/chefs_recipes/united_states_recipes/chef_jean-louis_gerin_recipes_-_restaurant_jean-louis%2c_greenwich%2c_ct%2c_usa.html Restaurant JEAN-LOUIS (http://www.restaurantjeanlouis.com/) in Greenwich, Connecticut shares his culinary vision and a delicious taste of the restaurant with his tempting recipes for Stone Crab with Tomato Crumble, Drunken Red Snapper and Warm Fingerling Potato Salad, Beef Cheeks Slowly Braised in Red Wine, with Onion Compote and Foie Gras, Double-Baked Vegetable Compote, and My Grandmother's Chocolate Mousse that will have you dialing the telephone to make a reservation at the restaurant. Chefs Recipes - United States recipes Wed, 03 Mar 2010 16:22:22 +0100 http://luxuryexperience.com/chefs_recipes/united_states_recipes/chef_pasquale_pascarella_recipes_-_the_saltwater_grille%2c_stamford%2c_connecticut%2c_usa.html Stamford, Connecticut (http://www.ci.stamford.ct.us/) native, Chef Pasquale Pat Pascarella may be young; however his experience began at age 13 years washing dishes in a restaurant. By 14 he was working the sauté area and making salads, and by 15 he was a sous chef, this while still attending high school. Graduation from the French Culinary Institute in New York, plus impeccable externships have given this talented chef the experience needed as the Executive Chef at The Saltwater Grille (http://www.saltwatergrille.net/) in Shippan Point where he is also one of the partners. Chefs Recipes - United States recipes Tue, 16 Mar 2010 22:09:39 +0100 http://luxuryexperience.com/chefs_recipes/united_states_recipes/chef_ralph_day_recipes_-_the_saltwater_grille%2c_stamford%2c_connecticut%2c_usa.html The Saltwater Grille (http://www.saltwatergrille.net/) in the Shippan Point section of Stamford, Connecticut (http://www.ci.stamford.ct.us/) is clearly up to the challenge. Chefs Recipes - United States recipes Wed, 17 Mar 2010 08:13:46 +0100 http://luxuryexperience.com/arts_and_antiques/performances/ballet_folklorico_de_mexico_de_amalia_hernandez_-_quick_center_for_the_arts%2c_fairfield%2c_ct%2c_usa.html Ballet Folklórico de Mexico de Amalia Hernández (http://www.balletamalia.com/) celebrated the history of Mexican folklore culture and dance with a spectacular evening of performances with 56 dancers and 16 musicians at the Quick Center for the Arts, Fairfield University (http://www.quickcenter.com/) in Fairfield, Connecticut. Arts and Antiques - Performances Thu, 04 Mar 2010 22:02:28 +0100 http://luxuryexperience.com/liquor_cabinet/liquors/saint_patrick%27s_day_cocktail_and_culinary_menu_and_recipes.html Luxury Experience (http://www.luxuryexperience.com/) have created a selection of spirited culinary recipes and Irish Coffee recipes made with Knappogue Castle Irish Whiskey (liquor_cabinet/liquors/1995_knappogue_castle_irish_whiskey.html) and Celtic Crossing Liqueur (liquor_cabinet/liquors/celtic_crossing_liqueur.html) from Ireland, Depaz Blue Cane Amber Rhum (liquor_cabinet/liquors/depaz_blue_cane_amber_rhum.html) and Rhum Clement Liqueur Creole Shrubb (liquor_cabinet/liquors/rhum_clement.html) from Martinique, Charbay Whiskey Release II (liquor_cabinet/liquors/charbay_whiskey_release_ii.html) from California, and Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum Extra 12 Year Old (liquor_cabinet/liquors/appleton_estate_jamaica_rum_-_extra_12_year_old_and_21_year_old.html), that will have you celebrating Saint Patrick's Day all year long. Slainté! Liquor Cabinet - Liquors Fri, 05 Mar 2010 12:26:10 +0100 http://luxuryexperience.com/fashion_scene/fashion_scene/farewell_to_mercedes-benz_fashion_week_at_bryant_park.html Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week (http://www.mbfashionweek.com/) shows at Bryant Park and Luxury Experience was at the shows to wish a fond farewell before the show moves to its new home at Lincoln Center in September 2010. Fashion Scene - Fashion Fri, 05 Mar 2010 18:37:28 +0100 http://luxuryexperience.com/music_scene/music_artists/one_eskimo_-_one_eskimo.html One eskimO (http://www.oneeskimo.com/) is an eclectic indie release that emphasis the value of a tight group of musicians to enhance the presentation of impassioned lyrics, compelling arrangements, and the engaging vocals of Kristian Leontiou. Music Scene - Music Artists Thu, 04 Mar 2010 12:06:45 +0100 http://luxuryexperience.com/music_scene/music_artists/steve_colson_-_the_untarnished_dream.html Steve Colson - The Untarnished Dream (http://www.stevecolson.com/). Music Scene - Music Artists Wed, 03 Mar 2010 22:50:23 +0100 http://luxuryexperience.com/publishers_notes/publishers_monthly_notes/uncovering_three_untapped_online_opportunities.html You have listened to business associates, friends, neighbors, the person at the local deli, and people you are not sure who they are, about what you should do to increase your marketing and attract new clients. Are there any untapped opportunities out there versus reacting to the next big Internet solution? Publisher's Notes - Publisher\'s Notes Thu, 04 Mar 2010 12:27:45 +0100