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Calling all oenophiles! If you live in New York or are planning a trip there in June, mark your calendars for the James Suckling Great Wines World 2025: New York wine event that takes place over two days at The Glasshouse (660 12th Avenue, Manhattan), on June 11 and June 12, 2025. This prestigious wine event will feature 800 wines from 380 producers and 55 regions, and will have different wines on both days. So many wonderful wines to experience, …

If you like Chardonnay, you are going to love San Felice In Avane, Chardonnay, 2023, from Toscana, Italy. This minerally rich white wine is made from 100% Chardonnay grapes with complex floral, honeysuckle, citrus, and grapefruit notes on the nose and on the palate. This is a Chardonnay for those that prefer non-oaky Chardonnay, and with only 12.5 perfect alcohol, and a retail price of $29 bottle, San Felice In Avane, Chardonnay, 2023 is a perfect Summertime wine. Cheers! While …

Rosé wine – what would summer be like without bottles of it popping up everywhere like wildflowers after a summer rain? Rosé wine can be found everywhere these days, on bar menus, at restaurants, at the beach and poolside, and at home gatherings. So, how and when did rosé wine suddenly become the darling summer wine? In the book, Rosé Revolution by Rasmus Emborg and Jens Honoré, published by Interlink Books, an imprint of Interlink Publishing, the authors take an …

During a weekend stay in Kent, Connecticut, we went to Kent Falls State Park and trekked to the top of the Falls, which was an amazing experience! If you have ever experienced waterfalls up close, you know their majesty, mystery, and magic from their intense beauty, their power, and their musicality, the pristine clarity of the sound of water rushing over the rocks as it pulses from the summit and dramatically to the base. We have visited many waterfalls over …

Visiting Hopkins Vineyard located in Warren, Connecticut is a true New England experience with an interesting history as the Hopkins Family are descendants of Stephen Hopkins, who was a passenger on the Mayflower. In 1787, Elijah Hopkins purchased the Hopkins Farm after returning from the Revolutionary War, and the farm has remained in the Hopkins Family since the time of its purchase. In 1956 William L. Hopkins took over the running of the Dairy Farm. In 1979, William and his …

The Firefly Inn, part of The Kent Collection, is a luxury boutique Inn with nine gorgeous guestrooms (two of them are fireplace suites) located at 88 North Main Street in the heart of Kent, Connecticut. Set on two acres, The Firefly is all about New England charm from its gorgeous white and black exterior to its sweeping expanse of lawn where guests can play croquet or cornhole. Sumptuous surroundings, a baby grand piano in the Living Room, well-appointed guestrooms, complimentary …

The Victorian, part of The Kent Collection, in Kent, Connecticut, is a luxury boutique Inn at its finest. Built in 1890, and totally renovated in 2022, The Victorian is stunning and is conveniently located on North Main Street within walking distance of interesting shops, art galleries, and restaurants. The Victorian has five exquisite guestrooms that can be rented as single guestrooms or is available as a full-house rental. Imagine the possibility of gathering your family or friends together there to …

West Street Grill in Litchfield, Connecticut is a delectable, intimate bistro that has created high-caliber Modern American cuisine for almost 35 years; they will celebrate their anniversary on May 28, 2025. Owned by James O’Shea, West Street Grill, located in the charming historic section of Litchfield, is a gorgeous restaurant that is warm and inviting with a menu that will appeal to meat and seafood lovers, as well as to vegans, vegetarians, and there are also gluten-free options. The restaurant …

If you enjoy well-crafted Bourbons a visit to Litchfield Distillery located in Litchfield, Connecticut should be on your Spirits radar. Founded by the Baker Brothers – David, Jack, and Peter in 2014, family owned and operated Litchfield Distillery has garnered many awards throughout the years for their excellent Bourbons as well as for their expanded line of exceptional spirts including Gin, Vodka, Rye, Agave Spirits, Ready-To-Drink cocktails, and Bourbon Barrel Maple Syrup. Throughout the years, we have enjoyed visiting and …

We spent a picture postcard blue-sky weekend in Kent, Connecticut, and while it may be small in population with just over 3,000 residents, this Litchfield County town and its nearby neighbors are abundant in things to do. Incorporated in 1739, Kent is a gorgeous New England town located in the Northeast Corner of Connecticut and is close to the New York border, a mere 30 miles from Poughkeepsie, New York; 51 miles from Westchester, New York; 53 miles from Hartford, …