Health + Wellness

Clifford G. Rios, MD

The CT Native Orthopedic Surgeon Discusses Innovation, Athlete Care, and Arthroscopy Article by Eileen M. McNamara | Photography by John Helmke Dr. Clifford G. Rios, of Orthopedic Associates of Hartford, specializes in arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery of the knee and shoulder. A Connecticut native whose career in orthopedic sports medicine has brought him from South Windsor to the national sports arena and back home again. A graduate and class Valedictorian of the University of...

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Thomas A. McDonald MD

Dr. Thomas McDonald's practice bridges advanced sports-medicine care with the rapidly evolving awareness of arthritis of the ankle and the science of ankle joint replacement Article by Eileen M. McNamara | Photography by John Helmke As a fellowship-trained orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon Dr. Thomas A. McDonald is focusing attention on an increasingly critical area of orthopedics: ankle arthritis and replacement. In his practice with Orthopedic Associates of Hartford and his affiliation with...

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Central Eye Care

Dr. Jennifer Raska’s Mission to Strengthen Eye Care At Every Age Article by Eileen M. McNamara | Photography by Kaitlyn Casso Good vision and healthy eye care helps us enjoy the world with confidence — from reading, driving, learning, and connecting with the people we love.  For Dr. Jennifer Raska of Central Eye Care, that simple truth guides her professionally. Her approach is grounded in a warm, educational philosophy: vision care isn’t about reacting to problems — it’s about proactively...

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Personalized Healing in Motion

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers – West Hartford Article by Brian Boyer When it comes to physical therapy, few local practices approach healing with the depth, empathy and movement-centered philosophy found at FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers – West Hartford. Co-owned by husband-wife team Matthew Burger & Jessica Hubbard, FYZICAL is led clinically in West Hartford by Dr. Spencer Simmons, PT, DPT and recently welcomed Dr. Michael Srokowski, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT, to their senior clinical...

Professional Services

Experts Espresso Corner

NCS Law Estate Planner; Femcare Med Spa Article by Nia Chung Srodoski, Julian Grant | Photography by Kaitlyn Casso, Vincent Wren The Mouth-Body Connection A confident smile does more than make a great first impression — it reflects the remarkable science happening inside your mouth. Research shows what dentists have long known, oral health influences the entire body. Inflammation from gum disease has been linked to heart conditions, diabetes, and even cognitive decline, making dental care...

Local Services

Experts Espresso Corner

Jenny Andre; Two Decades of Beauty Expertise, Claudia Dawley; Creating a Lifetime of Family Memories Article and Photography by Restoring Hair Vitality At Jenny Andre Hair & Skin Spa we bring two decades of expertise, along with a unique deep philosophy of fusing European artistry with heartfelt community care. We repair over-processed hair to restore vitality, beauty and shine. We do so through an extensive array of  services, color correction and haircuts for all types of hair, including...

Arts + Culture

Holiday Happenings

A roundup festive happening in the Hartford region this holiday season.  Article and Photography by It's the happiest season of all and luckily for us the Greater Hartford region, and our state in general, has a multitude of events going on over the next few weeks to celebrate Chanuka and Christmas!    Christmas & Holiday Season Events Glow Hartford – Nov 21 – Dec 23 Connecticut Convention Center, Hartford Immersive indoor light gardens, market, live music, Santa photos...

Life + Culture

Cavanna's Gray Granite Railroad

The North Pole Express Has Become a Popular Christmas Destination and Experience Article by Eileen M. McNamara | Photography by Katilyn Casso and Thomas J. Nanos Cavanna’s Farm is many things: a multigenerational family homestead, a seasonal destination for Christmas cheer, and an ambitious labor of love where train rail lines glint alongside fields of evergreens.  At the heart of it all today is the Cavanna family, whose devotion to preserving family legacy and building something new has...

Shopping

A Century of Style

The Store Morneault’s Stackpole Moore Tryon Shines at the Holidays Article by Eileen M. McNamara | Photography by John Helmke For more than a century, Morneault’s Stackpole Moore Tryon has exuded timeless style, craftsmanship, and community. Located on Trumbull Street in Hartford, the store stands as both a nod to the city’s gilded retail past and a vibrant part of its current downtown resurgence — especially during the holiday season, when its windows glow with festive warmth and the...

Food + Beverage

A Festive Raspberry Martini

Our December Drink Recipe Comes to us Courtesy of the Social Lounge Article and Photography by This lovely red-hued martini garnished with raspberries is a festive drink to serve at your next holiday party! To kick up the Christmasy vibe, try adding a sprig of something green - thyme or rosemary -  to the glass.  Raspberry Martini 1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice  1 ounce raspberry simple syrup  2 ounces vodka  Fresh raspberries  Fill a drink shaker with ice and chill a martini...