Food + Beverage

A Perfect Springtime Spread

This garden-inspired menu from Marcia Selden Catering is sure to impress. Article by Robin Selden | Photography by Nico Leon Photography Spring is the season of renewal, color, and fresh flavors. As the sun lingers longer and flowers start to bloom, it’s the perfect time to gather friends and family for a garden-inspired get together. The ideal springtime spread should not only taste delicious, but look beautiful too. Let’s dive into a combination of fresh mini crudité pots, garden focaccia...

Life + Culture

For Moms, By Moms

The cohosts of the podcast Just 4 Moms make motherhood more relatable for their listeners. Article by Sara Gaynes Levy | Photography by Just 4 Moms In a world where the village it proverbially takes to raise a child has gone increasingly digital, Caitlin Houston wanted to create a space to talk about motherhood honestly. So did Megan Schinella, Charlotte Smith, and Kallie Branciforte—in fact, all four Connecticut-based motherhood content creators had been doing so on their own platforms for...

Health + Wellness

Knowledge Is Power

Christine Gould, M.D., of All About You Medical Spa, wants her patients to know all they can about their health. Article and Photography by Christine Gould, M.D., opened All About You Medical Spa eleven years ago, after spending 25 years working in emergency medicine. She knows the importance of staying ahead of the latest trends, and on the cutting edge of medical aesthetic technology. At her office in Fairfield, she offers her patients the top lasers and medical procedures on the market...

Life + Culture

Alisyn's Next Act

The former CNN anchor is in the midst of an incredible— and inspiring— reinvention. Article by Sara Gaynes Levy | Photography by Abby Cole Photography On December 8, 2024, veteran TV journalist (and Westport resident!) Alisyn Camerota made a surprise announcement on her Instagram: it would be her last day as an anchor on CNN, where she had worked for a decade. “It felt like I’d gotten everything that I could out of broadcast journalism,” Alisyn tells  Westport Lifestyle . “I felt like I had...

Life + Culture

The Women of Westport

Meet the 2025 class. Article and Photography by Inspiring individuals are everywhere in Westport. Look through the pages of this magazine in any given month and you’ll find incredible business owners, philanthropists, parents, experts, artists, and so much more. But once a year we have the great honor to look through your nominations to select the Women of Westport, and the resulting list is, to me at least, the most inspirational issue of the year. This year’s list consists of 12 incredible...

Travel

“Travel Is a Force for Good”

Westport’s Robin Tauck reflects on her storied career and legacy in the travel industry. Article by Sara Gaynes Levy For someone who has traveled to 100 countries, it may come as a surprise to learn that Robin Tauck and her siblings grew up taking the same types of vacations as many of their fellow families in Westport, Weston, and Wilton. Though Robin’s grandfather, Arthur Tauck Sr, founded one of the world’s premiere global travel companies in 1925, Tauck Tours, Robin’s family mostly went...

Local Services

It's Electric

Meet the EV Club of CT, a place for electric vehicle owners to connect and share. Article and Photography by There are currently 52,691 registered electric vehicles in Connecticut, an increase of 45 percent in just 12 months. This is the kind of data Barry Kresch and  Bruce Becker, the president and the chairman respectively of the EV (Electric Vehicle) Club of Connecticut, love to hear— as proud EV owners, they want to share what they’ve learned with fellow and potential enthusiasts. The...

Travel

The Best Trip of Your Life

Top local travel agents share their tips for planning an unforgettable vacation. Article and Photography by Try Thailand "Thailand offers a great bang for your buck.  There are some stunning luxury hotels, it has a rich culture, and there are interesting cities, beautiful beaches, and lush, green countryside.  The food there is incredible as well." -Rene Prasad Do research! "Food is such an important part of travel for me, so I think it’s important to learn about the local specialties...

Finance + Legal Services

Protecting Your Biggest Investment

Tips on getting the most from your home insurance. Article by Meredith Guinness When it comes to home insurance, Tom Ayres, senior vice president of Cross Private Client Insurance, stands by the rule: There’s no such thing as a silly question when it comes to insuring your assets. “Your home represents the biggest, most expensive investment most of us make,” he says. “Our due diligence involves asking a lot of questions, and our clients should ask questions of us as well.” Providing relevant...

Food + Beverage

A Mediterranean Spring

Recipes inspired by Mediterranean tapas will freshen up any dinner party. Article by Robin Selden | Photography by Studio Leon by Nico Leon Time to come out of winter hibernation and start entertaining again! Ease into it with effortless ideas that let you be a guest at your own party. While you could hire us to create and cater a stunning spread for you, following this suggested menu will allow you to prepare your gathering ahead of time and fully enjoy the festivities once the party begins. ...