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The Ridgefield Playhouse in Ridgefield, Connecticut has been enchanting patrons with the high caliber of its performances since opening in December 2000. Throughout the years we have been fortunate to experience sensational performances there by such major talents as Jane Monheit, Annie Haslam, Blues Travelers, Beth Hart, Rachel Sage, Colbie Caillat, and many others. On Thursday, April 4, 2024, we had the pleasure of experiencing another night of exceptional music by the GRAMMY® award-winning contemporary jazz ensemble säje as part …

The Legend of Georgia McBride at the Music Theatre of Connecticut (MTC) in Norwalk, Connecticut is proof that life does not always follow our carefully designed plans. When Casey, an Elvis impersonator at a down-and-out bar in Florida, played with great aplomb by Clint Hromsco, finds himself soon to be out of a job with a wife and a baby on the way, he is forced to make a career decision when the bar becomes a drag show club. The …

We are firm believers in the power of champagne; for its elegance, for its exquisite taste, and for its ability to elevate any special occasion. Pommery Brut Rosé Royal Champagne made from a delectable blend of white and red varietals, ithttp://www.champagnepommery.com is elegance personified with its delicate pink color, lively bubbles, and delicious aromas of fresh red berries on the nose and on the palate. The Maison of Pommery & Greno was founded in 1836 in Reims, France, and their …

We love the taste and nuances of Irish Whiskey and were delighted to “discover” the award-winning Northcross Irish Whiskey distilled in Ireland in copper stills and aged in ex-Bourbon, Oloroso Sherry casks, and American Oak. This impressive Irish Whiskey is delectable sipped on its own neat, served over ice or with a wee bit of water, or used in a variety of cocktail and culinary recipes. Bottled and imported by Latitude Beverage Company, look for the elegant dark green and …

While the wine, spirits, and food are always spectacular at  The Sun Wine & Food Fest at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut, foodies also go to the Grand Tasting for the celebrity chef culinary demonstrations. Celebrating their 20th anniversary, the Saturday, January 27, 2024, celebrity chefs included Chef Plum, Chad Rosenthal, Manouschka Guerrier, Michele Ragussis, Amanda Freitag, Marc Murphy, Michael Symon, Aarón Sanchez, Scott Conant, and Maneet Chauhan. It was a full afternoon of great wine, spirits, food tastings, …

If you watch the Food Network’s Chopped series, you know Chef Amanda Freitag as one of the fabulous Chef Judges. On January 27, 2024, foodies had the opportunity to watch Chef Amanda Freitag in action at the stove during her culinary demo during the Grand Tasting at The Sun Wine & Food Fest at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut where she demoed how to make Classic French Onion Soup. Of course, Luxury Experience was there taking notes so that …

Acclaimed chef and restaurateur Chef Marc Murphy, who Chopped and Food Network fans know as a judge and the chef who tells cooks to “season with authority,” now makes it easier than ever for home cooks to do exactly that with his spice collection from Burlap & Barrel: Single Origin Spices. A trio of delectable spices, Chef Marc Murphy’s Season with Authority Collection includes Chef’s Best Friend a mélange of NY salt and Zanzibar black pepper, Riveira – Mediterranean Herbs …

If you love Middle Eastern cuisine, Lebanese Cooking by Madelain Farah & Leila Habib-Kirske published by Hatherleigh Press is a great reference as it has more than 185 simple, delicious, and authentic recipes in its chapters on Sauces, Bread & Bread Dishes, Soups, Salads, Fish, Entrées, Kibbi, Mihshi, Rice Dishes, Vegetarian Dishes, Laban (Yogurt) Dishes, Condiments, and Desserts & Beverages. Originally written by Madelain Farah in 1972 to honor recipes from her mother, the book was updated and expanded in …

Masottina Viaventi Rosé Brut Millesimato, Prosecco Rosé DOC 2022 from Treviso, Italia is the perfect “bubbly” to commemorate life’s everyday celebrations. Why drink bubbly only on special occasions when life is an adventure that should be celebrated daily. Masottina Viaventi Rosé Brut Millesimato, Prosecco Rosé DOC 2022 is like tasting Italy in a bottle and with only 11% alcohol, it makes for a perfect lower alcohol beverage. Cheers!

A Touch of Salt by Barbara Bates Conroy is a gorgeous coffee table book that tells the intriguing tale of The Restaurant at Rowayton Seafood in the Rowayton neighborhood of Norwalk, Connecticut along with the rich history of the area’s lobstermen and oystermen. Stunning photographs and Barbara’s evocative writing captures the imagination, and the fabulous recipes also entice the reader to keep turning the pages. Two of our favorite recipes from the book are the Lobster Mac and Cheese, and …