Edward F. Nesta

The Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum located in Norwalk, Connecticut is truly spectacular at any time of the year, however when it dons its Victorian finery for the holiday season it is absolutely magnificent! We got into the spirit of the season with their exhibit and tour "Holiday Enchantment at the Mansion," which runs until January 9, 2022. Tours are given Wednesday through Sunday at 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm, and 3:00 pm.

Adult fans of the movie The Grinch Who Stole Christmas will definitely want to see Who’s Holiday! A Comedy with A Twist of Rhyme at the Music Theatre of Connecticut in Norwalk, Connecticut. Cindy Lou Who played by Erin Maguire, is all grown up in this fabulously delightful campy romp of an adult-comedy that is a "who-ot" and a holler as she reflects on her life since she met Mr. Grinch. Written by Mathew Lombardo and directed by MTC Co-Founder …

Classics, RAD, d’Lemons, and more vehicles tempted our eyes at the Greenwich Concours d’Elegance, sponsored by Hagerty, at Roger Sherwood Baldwin Park in Greenwich, Connecticut, however it was the car owners’ stories that captured our imaginations.

Luxury Experience readers know that we are huge music fans; we love listening to our enormous collection of music, writing about music and about music performances, and when it comes to buying gifts, we love to give the gift of music. When we "discovered" Jooki (pronounced "jukey" like jukebox), a music system designed for children to use and operate, we were instantly smitten. Designed in Belgian by three dads in 2014 with toy and technology experience, Jooki is a screen-free …

The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines "picnic" as "a meal that is eaten outdoors especially during a trip away from home; a trip or party that includes a meal eaten outdoors; something that is pleasant or easy." Professional photographer, designer, and home cook Alanna O’Neill’s debut cookbook, The Art of Picnics – Seasonal Outdoor Entertaining published by Yellow Pear Press a division of Mango Publishing, beautifully captures that feeling with inspiring recipes and stunning photography. Let the picnicking begin!

The release of Samantha Fish – Faster marks the eleventh release, on the Rounder Records label, by this remarkable singer, songwriter, guitarist, and overall outstanding musician. The creativity continues to roll from Samantha with 12 new tracks that encompass many different formats (genres). But with Samantha, the term genre is amiss when referring to her work, as creativity like Samantha’s does not fit a single format or category, it fits being listened to over-and-over again.

Holidays are about traditions, and for the past 30 years, the New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) – Holiday Train Show® has been an annual tradition for families to kick off the joyful spirit of the winter holiday season. The Holiday Train Show®, located in Bronx, New York, along with baking holiday cookies, watching holiday movies, and sipping hot cocoa brimming with marshmallows while wrapping gifts, has become a holiday tradition for Luxury Experience. Perfect for all ages, visiting the Holiday …

Blues singer, songwriter, and pianist Ben Levin is already making headway in the world of the Blues at age 22. His album, Ben Levin – Still Here is 12-tracks of the vintage Blues sound that he loves; it is a Blues release for Blues aficionados. Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, Ben Levin clearly lets his passion fly on his newest release that hit the streets on October 22, 2021, on the Vizztone label. Joining Ben Levin on the release are Aron …

Rhum Barbancourt has a legacy of creating fine rums made in Haiti from crushed sugar cane juice since 1862. To showcase their line of Rhum Barbancourt, Crillon Importers, Ltd. held a private dinner at the Haitian restaurant, Rebel Restaurant and Bar in New York City for a spirited evening of excellent food to complement the Rhum Barbancourt exceptional rums, and Luxury Experience was there to learn more about the iconic rum brand.

Blues rocker, singer, songwriter and guitarist Samantha Fish rocked The Warehouse at Fairfield Theatre Company in Fairfield, Connecticut. One of the many stops on her FASTER tour throughout the United States and Europe, she gave the appreciative Fairfield fans a night to remember delivering over 2-hours of her hard driving guitar work that she is known for, and vocals that match. A powerhouse of a performer, and with an eager and encouraging audience, she gave as good as she got, …