Debra C Argen & Edward F Nesta

Spring is a magical time when gardens awaken from their winter nap and the earth is graced with an abundance of breathtakingly beautiful flowers. For many years, we had wanted to visit the annual Colorblends® House & Spring Garden in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and somehow always missed the date, either due to travel, rain, or other commitments. On Saturday, May 11, 2024, we finally made the trip to Bridgeport, and the wait was well worth it. The gardens were bursting with …

Since its inception 10 years ago, the Greenwich International Film Festival (GIFF) has made an impact with its films and special events. On Wednesday, May 8, 2024, they continued their tradition of excellence with an advance screening of the documentary, Gaby, The Woman Behind Maison Chloé, deftly combining film and fashion at the luxury boutique store, Richards on Greenwich Avenue in Greenwich, Connecticut. The event was part of GIFF’s Jewish Film Series and was generously underwritten by Richards and The …

Wheel Horse Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey made in Owensboro, Kentucky is a delectable small batch bourbon that has made bourbon aficionados sit up and take notice. It was awarded 94 by Whisky Advocate and was in its Top 20 Whiskies of 2021. The color is a rich, deep copper color, and the taste delivers all the nuances that one looks for in a bourbon. If you love bourbon, you will definitely want to try Wheel Horse Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. …

While we love “Paris is the Springtime” when summer rolls around, we definitely love France’s Loire Valley for its lush and lovely wines. 90+ Cellars Lot 196, 2022 Sancerre Rosé AOC, part of their Reserve Series, tastes like the essence of summer in a bottle. Floral, citrus and berry notes on the nose and on the palate meld beautifully for a memorable experience. Delectable, elegant, and with only 12.5% alcohol, 90+ Cellars Lot 196, 2022 Sancerre Rosé AOC is a …

On Saturday, April 20, 2024, Luxury Experience joined craft beer afficionados who flocked to the annual CT Beer Fest 2024 held this year at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford, Connecticut for the opportunity to experience exceptionally crafted beers, ales, IPAs, lagers, pilsners, sours, stouts, ciders, and more, from across the state of Connecticut. From “high octane” beers to those with low ABVs, there was something for every palate. Cheers!As our palates usually tend towards drinking darker beers and stouts, …

Ghost The Musical at the Music Theatre of Connecticut (MTC) in Norwalk, Connecticut has it all; romance, heartbreak, comedic moments, sensational music, and a dynamic cast that delivers spot on perfection under the direction of Kevin Connors. The on-stage chemistry between Molly (played by Allie Seibold) and Sam (played by Mollie’s real-life husband Seth Eliser) lights up the stage with their presence and vocal abilities. Ladonna Burns is sensational as the quasi-physic Oda Mae Brown, and Matt Mancuso plays Carl, …

Albert Bichot Crémant de Bourgogne Brut Réserve Is a delectable sparkling wine with lively, active bubbles, white flowers and citrus on the nose, a full-bodied mouthfeel, and a lusciously lingering finish. We paired this gorgeous sparkling wine with our recipe for Luxury Experience–Seafood Chowder, which is an admirable companion. Paired with toasted baguettes with melted blue cheese and a mixed green salad on the side, and you have an easy and elegant meal. Santé and Bon Appetit! Maison Albert Bichot …

The Orchid Show at the New York Botanical Garden in Bronx, New York has been an annual Spring tradition for Luxury Experience for many years. Every year the show is a different and spectacular feast for the eyes when the colorful displays of orchids fill the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory with their beauty and fragrance. New for the 2024 show, fashion takes its prominent place for their 21st annual Orchid Show with the theme, “Florals in Fashion” with designers Collina …

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 …