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Samuel Clemens Langhorne better known by his pen name, Mark Twain, was a beloved American writer, author, humorist, essayist, and lecturer. Born in 1835, in Florida, Missouri, his intrepid spirit would take him across the United States and around the world, including living in Hartford, Connecticut. Taking a tour of the Mark Twain house and the museum in Hartford, Connecticut was like taking a step back in time. The stunning 11,500 square foot house built in 1874 has 25 rooms …

The Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art in Hartford, Connecticut, affectionately known as “The Wadsworth” is a dream of an art museum with its diverse collection. If you love all types of art, this museum should be on your “must visit” list. Founded in 1842, it holds the distinction of being the oldest, continuously operating public art museum in the United States. The Museum is a treasure trove for art lovers. From classical to contemporary art, from its “On View Now” …

Creative cocktails and cuisine are the buzz at the stunning Hartford Flavor Cocktail Parlour, which opened at 54 Pratt Street in the Historic section of Hartford on July 11, 2024. We had a delectable and romantic dinner at the restaurant on Saturday, July 20, 2024, 9 days after the opening and the restaurant already had garnered appreciative patronage. The bar and restaurant are gorgeous, yet warm and inviting, and the colors reflect nature’s herbal and floral colors, something close to …

Cocktailians and Mixologists will want to include a visit to the Hartford Flavor Company’s Distillery the next time they plan a visit to Hartford, Connecticut. Founded 10 years ago by Creatrix, Lelaneia Dubay, the woman-owned distillery located at 30 Arbor Street, has a diverse line of exceptional Hartford Flavor Company Vodkas, Wild Moon Liqueurs, and Wild Moon Botanics Liqueurs. With flavors like Raisin Fig Vodka, Sour Cherry Vodka, Lavender Liqueur, Cucumber Liqueur, Rose Liqueur, Birch Liqueur, Sumac Liqueur, and Sage …

The Greenwich Concours held in Roger Sherman Baldwin Park in Greenwich, Connecticut, is like fantasy land for car aficionados. Held over two-days along the Gulf Coast of Connecticut overlooking the Long Island Sound, the Greenwich Concours consisted of the Concours de Sport (June 1, 2024) and the Concours d’Elegance (June 2, 2024). We are excited to bring you some of the exciting highlights of the Concours d’Elegance.  Greenwich Concours – Concours d’Elegance 2024 Highlights by Years  There were many outstanding …

Rosé wines are the gorgeous wines of summer, and Herzog Lineage Rosé 2022 from Clarksburg, California celebrates the season with its tradition of excellence and impeccable taste. We paired it baked chicken and an arugula, gorgonzola, sliced almond, and strawberry salad, which complemented the elegant notes of strawberries in the wine. We also created a refreshing wine-based cocktail with watermelon to complement the melon notes of the wine. Enjoyed on its own, paired with food, or enjoyed as a wine …

Chief Winemaker Yiftah Perets’ latest creation for Carmel Winery is their Carmel BLACK wines for their CARMEL SIGNATURE collection of prestigious wines. Carmel BLACK launched in the United States in February 2024 at the New Jersey Kosher Food & Wine Experience, and their Carmel BLACK Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 from Galilee, Israel is another exceptional wine that it is Kosher for Passover and delectable to drink any time. Carmel BLACK Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 is imported by Royal Wine Corp. Having previously …

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 …

Looking for interesting flavors to create inspired cocktails? We found Wild Moon Cucumber Liqueur created by Creatrix and Infusionary Lelaneia Dubay, owner of the woman-owned distillery Hartford Flavor Company based in Hartford, Connecticut to be a delectable and versatile ingredient. Wild Moon Cucumber Liqueur imparted layers of flavor to cocktail classics as well as to creative modern cocktails and was also delicious in our culinary creations. Who would think of making a cucumber liqueur? Lelaneia Dubay of course, and for …