Sports + Recreation

The Beautiful Game

Former Westporter Kyle Martino is preaching the power of soccer. Article by Sara Gaynes Levy | Photography by Bevy Rutledge/ABC Earlier this year, former pro soccer player (and former Westporter) Kyle Martino appeared on ABC’s Shark Tank, seeking an investment in his company, Street FC, an app that connects players to pickup soccer games in their area. “But the story of the company, honestly, starts here in Westport,” Kyle tells Westport Lifestyle . The inspiration to build Street FC...

Local Services

It's Woog's World

Dan Woog is the voice of our zip code. Here’s how it all began. Article by Sara Gaynes Levy | Photography by Bevy Rutledge Rod Serling, the iconic creator and host of The Twilight Zone, made an indelible impact on pop culture. But one of his lesser-known legacies has to be the creation of a Westport institution: if it weren’t for Rod Serling’s stint in Westport in the 1950s, we wouldn’t have Dan Woog. Yes, it was on Serling’s advice that Dan’s parents moved here when he was three. Serling...

Local Services

It’s the best time of the year:
SUMMER IN WESTPORT

Our town thrives year-round, but there’s something about the summer season that gives it some extra shine. Here’s your guide to everything to eat, see, do, and enjoy before Labor Day. Article and Photography by 1. SPRITZES FOR SUMMER You can find unique twists on this Italian staple of warm-weather months at spots like Felice , where their menu includes the Bianco Spritz which has fresh lemon juice, Italicus (a bergamot liqueur known for floral sweetness), Strega (for subtle notes of mint...

Travel

The Best of Both Worlds

Article by Marisa MacLean Some vacations are designed for adults. Others are built entirely for kids. And then there are the rare places that somehow manage to make both generations equally happy. That’s what we discovered during our stay at The Cove at Atlantis. Set within the legendary world of Atlantis Paradise Island, the hotel delivers the kind of high-energy adventure children dream about while still feeling like a refined Caribbean retreat for parents. For kids, Atlantis feels almost...

Style + Beauty

Editor's Pick: Glamsquad

Article by Sara Gaynes Levy Yes, this is our Gentlemen’s Issue, and yes, the majority of Glamsquad’s users (myself included) are women. But the company, which brings on-demand hair and beauty services from vetted industry pros directly to clients, was co-founded by Giovanni Vaccaro, a veteran stylist from New York City’s storied Frederic Fekkai salon. “I got into beauty because I loved helping people build confidence,” he tells Westport Lifestyle . “But as a stylist, I saw there weren’t many...

Sports + Recreation

A Reimagined Classic

Yale Golf Course is celebrating 100 years—and you’re invited to play this historic course. Article by Elizabeth Ginns Britten For many golfers in Westport, summer rounds revolve around a familiar loop: early mornings at Longshore or one of the local golf clubs, a reliable tee time, and the comfort of knowing every fairway and green. But this season, there’s a compelling reason to break from routine. Less than an hour from Westport, the Yale Golf Course in New Haven marks its 100th...

Life + Culture

The Women of Westport

Meet the 2026 class. Article and Photography by It is my great joy to present  Westport Lifestyle 's annual Women of Westport list: a roundup of some of the most inspiring, influential, creative, community-driven women in Westport, Weston, and Wilton. These 12 women represent the true range of talent we have here in our community, and I hope you have as much fun—and learn as much!—getting to know them as I did. Congratulations to these impressive women. I can't wait to see who joins their...

Food + Beverage

Sunshine Served Daily

Article by Robin Selden After months of early sunsets, heavy coats, and comfort foods that warm us from the inside out, spring has finally arrived like a breath of fresh air. The sun is still shining at five o’clock. The snow has melted away. And just like that, we remember how good it feels to step outside, gather around a table, and celebrate the simple joy of being together again (and not freezing anymore). At Marcia Selden Catering, the change of seasons is one of our favorite sources of...

Style + Beauty

Pretty Necessary

Your essential spring edit for luminous skin, bright eyes, and a fresh flush of color. Article by Carly Cardellino and Lauren Cosenza | Photography by Chelsea Neff You can take the girls out of the city, but they’ll bring their beauty recs with them. After an endless winter, beauty experts and consultants Carly Cardellino ( @carlycardellino ) and Lauren Cosenza ( @laurencosenza ) share their selects for effortless, seasonal beauty. Locally sourced and freshly picked. Hit Refresh LC + CC’s...

Life + Culture

Gather 'Round the Table

Homes with Hope's annual fundraiser spotlights gorgeous table design. Article and Photography by On May 20, Homes with Hope presents its annual Gather ‘Round the Table luncheon, an event benefitting Susie’s House, Homes with Hope’s supportive housing program for young women building stable futures. At the lunch, held at Shorehaven Golf Club, local home and design experts put together stunning tablescapes, which are raffled off to attendees. In celebration of this beautiful tradition, ...