Debra C Argen & Edward F Nesta

Fairfield County, Connecticut has a wealth of performance venues, and the Quick Center for the Arts at Fairfield University is one of the jewels in its theatrical crown. We had the pleasure of experiencing dancer, writer, performance maker, and filmmaker Emily Coates’ new work-in-progress project, entitled, The Scattering, performed at the Quick Center for the Arts during her residency there.  Her muse for the project was George Balanchine’s short but momentous time in New England and his impact on the …

Tequila Zarpado Reposado imported by Latitude Beverage Co. is a tasty “work of art” that is delectable to sip on its own or use it in a variety of cocktail and culinary recipes. We had fun “In The Kitchen and Behind The Bar®” creating Luxury Experience – Lavender Margarita and Luxury Experience – Hibiscus Margarita and went full-on decadent with our recipe for Luxury Experience – Chocolate Cherry Ice Cream with Montmorency Cherries infused with Tequila Zarpado Reposado. Buen Provecho …

Townhouse Restaurant & Bar just celebrated its 5th anniversary and having had dinner there on Friday, February 21, 2025, there was plenty to celebrate. Located in the heart of Greenwich, Connecticut on Church Street, the restaurant features elevated American cuisine in a casual, but elegant, fine dining ambience. Cocktails are well-crafted, the food presentations are photo and palate worthy, and combined with attentive, professional service, Townhouse is “the place” to dine in Greenwich, Connecticut. Bon Appetit! The affluent town of …

Paramour Lavender-Yuzu Aperitif Liqueur is new to market, bold on flavor, and low in alcohol at 14% alcohol by volume, the same percentage found in many wines. Chilled or served over ice, Paramour Lavender-Yuzu Aperitif Liqueur is delicious on its own and also works well in a variety of cocktails. We created three great tasting cocktails using Paramour Lavender-Yuzu Aperitif Liqueur, Luxury Experience – Lavender Margarita (with tequila), Luxury Experience – Fuzzy Greyhound (with gin), and Luxury Experience – Lavender …

Good fences make good neighbors, or do they? That is the premise of the play Native Gardens written by Playwright Karen Zacarías and Directed by JoAnn M. Hunter presented by the Westport Country Playhouse in Westport, Connecticut. The play stars Paula Leggett Chase, Adam Heller, Linedy Genao, and Anthony Michael Martinez. The play is recommended for ages 12 and up and runs until March 8, 2025. Bravo! We saw the play, Native Gardens on opening night on Saturday, February 22, …

The 19th annual Kosher Food & Wine Experience (KFWE 2025) hosted by Royal Wine Corp. was at The Park Hotel at The Meadowlands in East Rutherford, New Jersey where guests had the opportunity to experience Kosher wines and spirits from around the world, complemented by excellent food.  As always, it was a well-attended, and very tasty event! Cheers! On Monday, February 10, 2025, we drove to East Rutherford, New Jersey to attend Kosher Wine & Food Experience (KWFE) hosted by …

While some consider the first sign that Spring is on its way is when crocuses break through the soil and stretch their flowers skywards, for others it is the sighting of the first robin, and for Luxury Experience, it is when the New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) puts on its annual orchid show. For 2025, the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory takes its visitors on a trip to Mexico for The Orchid Show: Mexican Modernism inspired by Mexican Modernist architect Luis …

Every January, “sun seekers” head to Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut for The Sun Wine & Food Fest featuring Celebrity Chef dinners, special food, wine, and spirts events and tastings, and Food Network Celebrity Chef demos. For 2025, Celebrity Chefs included Chef Antonia Lofaso, Chef Scott Conant, Chef Maneet Chauhan, Chef Geoffrey Zakarian, Chef Marc Murphy, Chef Rocco DiSpirito, Chef Leah Cohen, Chef Michele Ragussis, Chef Alessandra Ciuffo, and Chef Plum. The 4-day festival celebrated its 21st anniversary and Luxury …

Looking for a crisp, dry, white wine with lots of character? Joseph Mellot Pouilly-Fumé Le Troncsec 2023 from the Loire Valley in France is a gold-medal recipient from Concours des Ligers and may become your new favorite wine. Made from 100% Sauvignon Blanc grapes grown in the limestone rich terroir, this wine offers a heady, aromatic nose of citrus, white peaches, with nice minerality. It is delicious to enjoy on its own, as well as paired with food. We paired …

Hailing from Connecticut and star of the Food Network, Chef Scott Conant returned to The Sun Wine & Food Fest 2025 at Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, CT to share his recipe for Spaghetti Aglio e Olio (garlic and oil). The Iconic Italian Chef, TV Personality, Cookbook Author, James Beard Award Winner, and Restauranteur was excited to share his recipes with the attendees and excited that in attendance was his first employer who opened the door to the restaurant industry for Scott …