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Amaro Montenegro Premiata Specialità Liqueur from Bologna, Italy has enchanted palates since its inception in 1885. Made with a secret blend of 40 botanicals, the liqueur has layers of nuanced flavors that work well in both cocktail and culinary recipes. Look for the distinctive green bottle with its unique shape and attractive antique gold label that bears its coat of arms. Serve chilled over ice as an aperitif or as an after dinner digestif. It also works well to bring …

The latest release by Alastair Greene – Standing Out Loud was developed with a feel for the “old-school-sound” and a “concise and to the point” recording, which is achieved in spectacular fashion. The release is split between 8 studio session tracks and 3 live session tracks, which show the musical prowess of Alastair’s writing, guitar work, and mesmerizing vocals. Alastair Greene – Standing Out Loud Standing Out Loud  – You Can’t Fool Me, Slow Burn, Only Do, In Trouble, The …

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. …

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, …

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 …

We love the taste and nuances of Irish Whiskey and were delighted to “discover” the award-winning Northcross Irish Whiskey distilled in Ireland in copper stills and aged in ex-Bourbon, Oloroso Sherry casks, and American Oak. This impressive Irish Whiskey is delectable sipped on its own neat, served over ice or with a wee bit of water, or used in a variety of cocktail and culinary recipes. Bottled and imported by Latitude Beverage Company, look for the elegant dark green and …

Red wine lovers are in for a treat with the San Felice Chianti Classico DOCG 2021. This traditional, elegant Chianti Classico delivers cherries, raspberries, and hints of violets on the nose and palate and pairs well with a diverse variety of food. We paired it with our recipe for Luxury Experience – Swordfish with Tomatoes, Shitake Mushrooms, and Red Peppers and it was a delicious pairing.

We had a fantastic time discovering the Pantanal region and Bonito, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil where ecotourism and sustainability are the main focuses. Although we have spent many years traveling to, and writing about various parts of Brazil, this was our first trip to Mato Grosso do Sul (MS), and we instantly fell in love with it. Located in a region rich in history, there are prehistoric caves, waterfalls, pristine river springs, hiking trails, and an abundance of exotic …