Life + Culture

Layla & Dino Sakakini

Layla’s Falafel Co-Founders  Article by Sarah Bamford @HybridMediaComm What do you love about the restaurant industry and your customers?   We love food and feeding people real, unprocessed, good-quality food! Hospitality and food are a huge part of our culture. Sharing the cuisine we both grew up eating is what we love the most. Seeing customers' reactions when eating at Layla’s Falafel brings us pure joy. It’s more than a shared meal. It’s comfort, it’s love.  How did you get started...

Health + Wellness

LOVE AT FIRST BITE

The Sweet Benefits of Chocolate Article by Jacqui Justice, MS Functional Nutrionist @JacquiJustice Chocolate, considered the universal language of affection, is used as an expression of love around the world. From its velvety texture to its soul-soothing sweetness, chocolate has been wooing humanity and tantalizing our taste buds for centuries. But beyond its role as a treat for the senses, chocolate boasts impressive health benefits that make it even easier to love - with one caveat: it must...

Travel

Love TRAVEL - Cappadocia, Turkey

A magical land where geology, history and hospitality meet. Article and Photography by Laurie A. Guzda To “Travel” is different than a vacation. To Travel is to immerse oneself into a culture. And, rather than merely relaxing, one is transformed. Some notable Travel experiences have included a gorilla safari in Uganda, hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in Peru and the Kumbh Mela in India.  Recently, I had the privilege to experience Cappadocia. I had visited Turkey years ago. I love...

Arts + Culture

Love ART

We are surrounded with great art - we need only to make time to appreciate it. Article by Laurie A. Guzda Looking for ART in your own backyard? The Mayor’s Gallery features the work of local artists. The Stamford Museum and Nature Center hosts beautiful exhibits featuring works reflecting Nature . And, next door in Greenwich is the fabulous Bruce Museum. Of course, we live just outside of one of the greatest cities in the world for ART! MOMA, The Met, Guggenheim, Whitney and the Museum of...

Life + Culture

Jimmy Fink

Broadcasting Love: Mixing Music and Family Time Article by Laurie A. Guzda | Photography by Jimmy ienner Jr. How did you get started in broadcast? As a young college student home for the summer, I called a radio station in NYC to make a request.  I was connected to a Vice -President of ABC Radio by mistake, and he began asking me questions about myself and music.  It was a time when his FM radio stations were in a transition period from pre-recorded shows to going live with current rock...

Food + Beverage

Resilience. Consistency. Determination.

Resolutions for 2025 and Beyond: A Roadmap to Realistic Success Article by Exercise Physiologist, Daniel Pachter @BODYBYPURE The new year presents a time for fresh starts, making it an ideal opportunity to set resolutions. A resolution isn’t just a goal; it’s a clear, firm intention to act. For many, these resolutions are health and fitness-oriented, often inspired by a desire for improvement. As an exercise physiologist, I work with clients who commit to meaningful health changes, driven by a...

Real Estate

The Angel of North Stamford

Nina Kuch's generosity will feed a lot of people. Article by Marty Shapiro | Photography by Jeff Wirz There are some acts of generosity that do not make the headlines, but there is one taking place in Stamford that should. A local North Stamford resident, Nina Kuch, is donating her house to Midwest Food Bank New England (valued at approximately $1 million), an organization that provides food to the 1 in 8 people in Connecticut suffering from food insecurity. Midwest Food Bank is...

Food + Beverage

Prime's Executive Chef - Julio Genao

Experience diverse and creative dishes influenced by global culinary traditions. Article and Photography by At Prime, Executive Chef Julio Genao and his staff take tremendous pride in their craft and strive to ensure that each guest feels valued and appreciated. Nestled beautifully on the water in the Harbor Point section of Stamford, the ambiance enhances every dining experience. Genao has worked diligently to develop a menu that caters to a wide range of tastes. He constantly introduces...

Health + Wellness

YOGA

Four of Stamford's BEST in YOGA for a HEALTHIER YOU Article and Photography by HARMONY YOGA Harmony Yoga Studio, a boutique yoga experience for over 20 years is here to serve you! Carol Shwidock, a 500 hour certified Yoga Therapist, uses her skills to create a customized class for you. Be it back pain, anxiety, shoulder issues etc, Carol draws from both Chinese and Ayurvedic Medicine techniques (she is also a certified physical therapist) to help you find balance in your mind, body and...

Professional Services

NBCUniversal’s Stamford Studios Celebrates 15 Years

State-of-the-Art Sound Stages and Digital Factory Invite Production to Stamford Article and Photography by “In 2009, we took a leap of faith in relocating to the wonderful community of Stamford, CT, building a state-of-art facility that infused new energy into the production of the shows,” said Tracie Wilson, Executive Vice President, NBCUniversal Syndication Studios & E! News. “I’m so grateful and proud of our extremely dedicated team at Stamford Studios. We invite productions from all...