Walking by Wine N Cheese Day Spa in the heart of downtown Fairfield undoubtedly makes passersby slow down in their tracks. This unique addition to The Post Road is part spa, part bar and part event space, offering an elevated customer experience, superior client engagement, and exceptional service.
This holiday season, Wine N Cheese Day Spa is the perfect place to glow up before a party, stop in for a holiday drink or gather friends to celebrate the season.
We recently sat down with the dynamic and charming owners Mike and Jacinth to learn more about this cool spot.
FLM: Tell us a little about yourself and your connection to Fairfield.
Mike: Jacinth and I have over 30 years of combined experience working in Fairfield County, with Jacinth contributing more than 20 years here in Fairfield. The town offers the vibrancy of a city paired with the welcoming atmosphere of a small community where everyone supports and encourages your success.
FLM: Wine N Cheese Day Spa is a creative and brilliant endeavor. Can you tell us how it came to be? What is the origin story from ideation to launch?
Mike: Wine N Cheese Day Spa was born out of Jacinth's less-than-ideal experience at a New York spa. After her visit, she felt the service fell short and the experience didn't live up to expectations. We created our concept because we understand customers seek more than just a service—they want a memorable experience. While massages, facials, manicures and pedicures can be found at countless other places, our unique approach sets us apart. Our guests can enjoy wine and cheese before, during, or after their service, offering the kind of indulgent experience that resonates in this market. So we began down this road of understanding how to provide exceptional service with a touch of luxury in a spa setting.
FLM: How would you describe Wine N Cheese Day Spa to someone who has never been there?
Mike: What can you do at Wine N Cheese Day Spa? Enjoy any one of our services, such as a massage, facial or manicure. You can also stop in and enjoy a craft cocktail, glass of wine, and one of our signature artisanal charcuterie boards or add it in to level up your spa experience.
FLM: What are some of the most popular packages or services your customers enjoy?
Mike: One popular service is our Gold Spa Pedicure, which includes everything you need to create a stunning, sparkling look perfect for any occasion. Along with your treatment, you can enjoy a glass of wine and a delightful mini charcuterie board followed by a hot stone massage to help with tension and ease muscles, which ends with a paraffin treatment to hydrate your skin. Another customer favorite is the Stress Relief Massage. This massage is focused on deep relaxation and stress relief of achy, tired muscles, incorporating a percussion gun, deep tissue massage, and CBD oil. Our Date Night packages are popular for couples, especially for special occasions and celebrations. Couples can enjoy a 1-hour massage and 30-minute facial over a bottle of Champagne & a charcuterie board for two.
FLM: Is anything new or noteworthy happening this Holiday season? Is there anything coming up in the New Year that new and existing customers can look forward to?
Mike: We have a few exciting upcoming events. Our Wine N Cheese Day will feature several events. We will launch our monthly Sip N Spa where customers can enjoy "all you can handle" mimosas during or after your spa services paired with our new breakfast-style charcuterie boards. Or grab your friends for fun Paint N Sip events to show off your skills as you and your friends sip on a craft cocktail or glass of wine. Our Wine N Cheese tastings pair our artisanal cheeses with red, white and sparkling wines. We are also looking forward to our anniversary party. It will be a fun night as we celebrate turning 1. Be sure to check our website for more details.
FLM: On that note, what has been the most significant learning or lesson in this first year of business? What has been your most valuable takeaway?
Mike: Teaching and coaching is constant if you want to develop a great team.
FLM: What is the best advice you have received and utilize even today?
Mike: Provide exceptional service to cultivate long-term customer relationships.
FLM: What is your favorite part of being a small business owner in Fairfield? What has been the biggest reward?
A: The biggest reward has been strong support from the community and town employees and creating an environment that offers customers a unique spa experience.
Wine N Cheese Day Spa
1330 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824
(475) 999-8752
winencheesedayspa.com