Local Services

Leading Greenwich Through Purpose, Partnership, and Lasting Community Impact Together

Greenwich United Way's president believes meaningful leadership begins with listening, collaboration, and measurable community impact Article by Laura Sabia After decades in the banking industry, David Rabin discovered a different kind of return on investment. As president and CEO of Greenwich United Way, he now measures success not in financial growth, but in stronger families, healthier children, and a more connected community. "What I regret most is not making the move to the nonprofit...

Style + Beauty

Style. Heart. Impact.

Three Greenwich women proving generosity and style create extraordinary community impact Article by Laura Sabia There is something remarkable about Greenwich. It is a town known for extraordinary homes, beautiful boutiques, celebrated restaurants, and a timeless sense of style. Yet beyond the storefronts of Greenwich Avenue and the galas that fill the social calendar is something even more enduring: a community where generosity quietly shapes everyday life. Here, philanthropy isn't reserved...

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...

Shopping

Coastal Chic, Perfected

A timeless collection bringing Nantucket's effortless summer style to Greenwich's shoreline and beyond Article by Laura Sabia Every issue, I'll be sharing one of my favorite finds that perfectly captures the spirit of the season and this month, nothing says New England summer quite like vineyard vines' new  Nantucket Women's Collection . As someone who loves timeless pieces over fleeting trends, this collection immediately caught my attention. Inspired by one of the East Coast's most iconic...

Local Services

Dignity Begins With Compassion

Laura Delaflor transformed one overlooked need into a movement restoring dignity, confidence, and hope for thousands across our region Article by Laura Sabia | Photography by Brook Road Photography Some of the most meaningful ideas begin with a simple question. For  Laura Delaflor , Co-Founder and Executive Director of  The Undies Project , that question emerged during an ordinary conversation in 2015. She learned that underwear is one of the most requested but least donated items at shelters...

Life + Culture

La Dolce Vita

A stay at Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria perfectly captures spirit of Italy's most prominent philosophy. Article by Anna Barnes | Photography by Courtesy of Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria If there is one place that perfectly captures the essence of la dolce vita , it's Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria in Sorrento, Italy. With sweeping views of the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius, the iconic hotel feels less like a place to stay and more like a destination itself. Family-owned since opening...

Professional Services

Raising Confident Girls in a Digital World

Greenwich founder Juliette Blake is reimagining technology to help girls build confidence, connection, and healthy habits. Article by Laura Sabia | Photography by Brook Road Photography When Juliette Blake talks about technology, she doesn't start with screens. She starts with girls. Long before she became the founder of Moxies, a groundbreaking platform designed to help girls build confidence and healthy digital habits, Blake was already thinking about how to create spaces where young girls...

Local Services

2026 Local Love Awards Celebration

What an incredible night! Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2026 Local Love Awards Celebration at Mercedes-Benz of Greenwich. It was a joy to bring our communities together to recognize the outstanding local businesses, nonprofits, restaurants, retailers, creatives, and service providers that make Greenwich, Darien, and New Canaan so special.Throughout the evening, guests connected with our featured table vendors, including Alchemy, Dr. Tanvi Gandhi, Tweeds Custom Suits, Meertens...

Local Services

The Future of Trust

How Layla Lisiewski and Erika Badan are redefining community in a digital world Article by Laura Sabia | Photography by Jerri Graham Photography At first glance, Layla Lisiewski and Erika Badan seem to come from very different worlds. One built a nationwide network connecting local families and communities. The other helped lead one of the most recognizable media brands in America. Yet despite their different paths, both women arrived at the same conclusion: in a world flooded with...

Food + Beverage

Summer Corn Salad with Avocado

Article by Laura Sabia This grilled corn salad has become a staple in our house this summer. After my husband, Frank, discovered it online, we've made it for everything from weeknight dinners to backyard barbecues. It's fresh, colorful, incredibly easy, and always disappears fast. The best part? It's endlessly customizable. We love it exactly as written, but it's equally delicious with crumbled feta, cucumber, bell peppers, or whatever fresh vegetables you have on hand. We often serve it...