Magellan Gin from France has a stunning blue color and a lovely mélange of 11 botanicals on the nose and palate that enchant the senses. Made in small batches, this artisanal premium gin was created to inspire cocktail and culinary recipes, and Luxury Experience had fun "In the Kitchen and Behind the BarTM" creating both. Imported from France by Crillon Importers, Ltd., Magellan Gin is a dynamo to experience.
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Cold and rainy weather will soon be here making it the perfect time to stay inside and play family board games. I grew up playing epic, marathon games of Monopoly with my sister Joanne and brother David. As young children we spent many countless happy hours playing this game of skill, luck, and strategy, which was permanently installed on the games table in the family room of our home. When I learned that Top Trumps USA Inc. was introducing a …
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If you love wine, history, and formal dinners, you are going to love the book Wine and the White House: A History by Frederick J. Ryan, Jr. I fell in love with this stunning book filled with interesting anecdotes about the Presidents of the United States of America from President George Washington through President Donald Trump, and provides an in-depth look at the history of wine served at the White House through the years. For gastronomy lovers, the book is …
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Westford Hill Distillers Aged Apple Brandy made in Ashford, Connecticut by Master Distiller Louis Chatey, would make Johnny Appleseed proud. We love the "ABCs" – Armagnac, Brandy, and Cognac, and we found Westford Hill New World Aged Apple Brandy to be downright delicious, like drinking potent liquid apple gold. Cheers!
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Head Distiller and Founder Brandon Collins has been having fun creating new spirits at Continuum Distilling, in Waterbury, Connecticut. Made with Connecticut blueberries, Continuum Distilling Blueberry ContinuRum is hands down delicious! Made from 100% blackstrap molasses and lots of fresh blueberries, it is easy to drink, and easy to love. Blueberry ContinuRum works well sipped over ice, used in cocktails, or to add a little extra flavor and a kick to culinary recipes! Cheers!
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American singer, songwriter, guitarist Casey James shines on his latest 10-track blues release, If You Don’t Know By Now produced by Grammy® winner Tom Hambridge. Joining Casey James are Tom Hambridge, Tommy Macdonald, Mike Rojas, Rob McNelley, Wendy Moten, Bryan Meggison, and Desmond Ng. The release, Casey James – If You Don’t Know By Now, hit the street on September 18, 2020, so run to pick up a copy.
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Actor Chris Manuel gave a commanding performance as RFK (Robert F. Kennedy) in playwright Jack Holmes dramatic play, at the Music Theatre of Connecticut located in Norwalk, Connecticut. Directed by MTC Co-Founder Kevin Connors, the play is a winner. The play RFK runs until November 8, 2020 and can be seen at the Music Theatre of Connecticut as well as by livestreaming. A must-see play, whether you opt to attend in person or experience it via livestream.
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When we learned that The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum in Ridgefield, Connecticut was open again after being closed for several months due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we decided to immediately make a visit. Located in the historic town of Ridgefield, The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum is always at the forefront of the contemporary art world. During our visit, there were four wonderful exhibitions which run until May 9, 2021.
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Alastair Greene – The New World Blues is a fresh and exciting release from Alastair Greene and has his trademark creative lyrics and blazing electric and slide guitar. The release features a Power Trio of Alastair Greene, Tab Benoit on drums and harmonies, and Corey Duplechin on bass. The New World Blues was recorded with limited remixing and only a few overdubs resulting in a "raw" energy filled release that is cut from the souls of the Power Trio.
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Luxury Experience takes your palate on a trip to Haiti to experience a delectable white rhum agricole from Rhum Barbancourt. This prestigious rhum distillery has produced its famed spirits since 1862 when Dupre Barbancourt founded the company. Later, his wife Nathalie Gardère took over the company reins followed by decades of family management. Fifth-generation Delphine Gardère helms this exceptional rhum agricole company, that celebrates its 158th anniversary in 2020. It is the oldest company and the largest rum exporter in …