Food + Beverage

A Legacy Made for the Next Generation

Fifth-generation CEO Megan Palmer Rivera is honoring 105 years of tradition while reimagining what Palmer’s can become Article by Laura Sabia | Photography by Brook Road Photography For more than a century, Palmer’s Market has been woven into the rhythm of Darien life. It is where generations have shopped for dinner, discovered something unexpected, ordered a birthday cake and planned a wedding. Today, fifth-generation CEO Megan Palmer Rivera is carrying that legacy forward while asking a...

Life + Culture

Ask Leslie

Your Guide to Life's Everyday Dilemmas Article by Leslie Kumar You know that saying, high on life ? I never really gave it much thought before, mostly because I never really understood it. And then this past year happened... I've experienced it lately as the moments that equally excite you, scare you and move you forward. That feeling after you finish something, and you catch yourself thinking... well, that was new, that was a thrill, that was terrifying. Okay. What's next? I want more of ...

Local Services

Local Experiences

The best places and things to do in our area. Article by Megan Schinella | Photography by Thomas Agoglia Elm offers an elevated take on afternoon tea perfect for a girls’ afternoon. Their tea service includes traditional scones with preserves and clotted cream, savory bites like cucumber tartine, curried chicken salad, a mini lobster roll and truffle croque monsieur, followed by an assortment of petite desserts. Friday + Saturday 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm.  New Canaan, CT. Lykos Taverna  a...

Food + Beverage

Pumpkin Muffins

A Wholesome Twist on a Classic Fall Favorite Article by Isabel Smith Nutrition October in Darien and New Canaan means pumpkin patches, crunching leaves, and mornings that call for something warm and easy to grab on the way out the door. These pumpkin muffins have become one of my absolute favorites this time of year, whether packing them for a school lunchbox, serving them alongside coffee for a fall gathering, or just grabbing one on my way out the door. They come together in about 30...

Entertainment

The Leslie List

Your Guide to Life's Little Luxuries Article by Leslie Kumar The Girlfriend Getaway There is a particular kind of tired that a spa day doesn't fix. It's the kind that comes from being the one who knows where everyone's everything is. The kind where someone is always asking you where their shoes are, what's for dinner, or if you've seen that thing they had two seconds ago. What fixes it, I have found, is one night away with women who are also tired in exactly the same way. We did it in...

Travel

THE ART OF GOOD TASTE

Your Guide to Life's Little Luxuries Article by Leslie Kumar INTRODUCING...THE LESLIE LIST Welcome to The Leslie List, where timeless style extends beyond the closet. From exceptional hotels and unforgettable restaurants to beautiful finds and can't-miss experiences, these are the places and moments Leslie wholeheartedly recommends. When every scroll offers us another "hidden gem,” I wanted to create a place for the ones that truly stand apart...the places, people, products, restaurants, and...

Food + Beverage

Chopped Greek Salad

The perfect back-to-school salad for busy weeknights, easy lunches, and September gatherings. Article by Isabel Smith Nutrition & Wellness September in Darien and New Canaan means school buses, packed schedules, and dinners that need to come together fast. This chopped Greek salad has become my go-to for exactly that kind of week. It takes about 15 minutes start to finish, needs zero cooking, and makes the most of the last of the season's vine-ripened tomatoes and cucumbers while we can still...

Life + Culture

Ask Leslie

Article by Leslie Kumar Hi Everyone! Welcome back to Ask Leslie, your go-to guide for life's everyday dilemmas. September has arrived, and while letting go of summer is never easy, I confess fall is my favorite season. There's something elegant about it... the crisp air, the golden sunsets, and yes, the fashion! Fittingly, September is our style issue, and this month's letters each touch on style in their own way. Not just what hangs in our closets, but how we present ourselves to the people...

Health + Wellness

Strong at Every Stage

From first-time clients to longtime members, Pure Barre proves strength, confidence, and community have no age limit Article by Laura Sabia Walk into any Pure Barre class and you'll see something remarkable. A college student takes class beside a grandmother. A new mom shares a ball with a retired executive. Someone recovering from an injury celebrates a personal milestone while another person takes their very first class. Different stories. Different decades. One community. That's the...

Local Services

Local Experiences

The best places and things to do in our area. Article by Megan Schinella Mitchells - Fairfield County’s iconic luxury retailer featuring brands like Veronica Beard, Brunello Cucinelli, and Lafayette 148. With a carefully curated selection of timeless pieces and seasonal must-haves, Mitchells is a go-to destination for sophisticated fall wardrobes. Westport, CT. Magnolia - Fashion-forward boutique featuring curated contemporary clothing, handbags, jewelry, sneakers, and accessories...