Entertainment

Fresh Face, Classic Sound

Nora Mae brings vintage vibes to her music. Article by Sara Gaynes Levy | Photography by Nesrin Danan Singer-songwriter Nora Mae has always known her future would be in music and performing.  She cut her teeth in middle school and high school productions while growing up here in Westport, but her destiny was written from an even earlier age, as she would watch her grandmother, the legendary Eartha Kitt, perform. “Having my grandmother in my life showed me that there was a path,” Nora Mae...

Real Estate

A Healthy Home

A look at 118 Roseville Road, one of the most unique homes in Westport. Photography by Laura Lewis THE CONSTRUCTION The concrete home was built by Frank Lloyd Wright protégé Francis Barry Byrne in 1936, lightyears ahead of its time. It’s a certified passive house, with no spray foam insulation, and it is situated on its two-acre lot with maximum sunlight exposure in mind for the winter months. “It’s a private oasis you’d never know was there,” explains the listing agent, Meredith Cohen of...

Local Services

Helping Hands

Earth Animal embarks on their 18th annual Mitten Project, in partnership with CT Foodshare. Article by Sara Gaynes Levy | Photography by Courtesy Earth Animal Earth Animal has been a haven for local pets for 45 years, since veterinarian Dr. Bob Goldstein and his wife Susan opened their first health-forward store in 1979. But nearly two decades ago, the family—Bob and Susan, along with their daughters Abbey and Merritt—decided they wanted to help food-insecure children in Fairfield County...

Shopping

Fairfield County's Best Food Gifts

Edible treats that show you care. Article and Photography by Panettone might not have the best reputation, but this buttery, hand-made version from Fatto a Mano will change your whole perspective. Get your preorder in ASAP—don't risk them selling out! From $68 at 1835 Post Road E, fattoamanobreads.com A Ho-Ho-Ho Holiday Sampler from Norwalk’s Rebel Daughter Cookies offers six of their inventive flavors: one Pecan Pie, one Snickernog, two Rebel Without A Clauses, and two Berry &...

Life + Culture

Meet The Innovator of the Year

Mark Shapiro is the latest winner of StartUp Westport's marquee honor. Article by Sara Gaynes Levy | Photography by Jerri Graham The first time Mark Shapiro saw Westport, he was scouting for an editing facility that his then-employer, ESPN, could use for an upcoming project. As they drove through town, he and his wife, Kim, had the same thought:  can you imagine if one day we could live here?    Nearly 30 years later, not only does Mark reside here in town, but he recently had the honor of...

Entertainment

The Merriest

The best holiday party of the season is at the Westport Country Playhouse, and it’s hosted by Ana Gasteyer. Article by Sara Gaynes Levy | Photography by Shervin Lainez The holiday season is Ana Gasteyer’s time to shine. The  Saturday Night Live  alumna, who is also a classically trained vocalist with Broadway credits including Elphaba in  Wicked  and Queen Aggravain in last year’s revival of  Once Upon a Mattress , says that she loves how this time of year “lends itself in a very comfortable...

Local Services

Readers' Choice 2025: Celebrating Your Favorites!

Article by You, Our Incredible Readers! We’re thrilled to announce the winners of our 2025 Readers’ Choice Competition! Each year, you—our readers—vote for the very best in dining, shopping, wellness, entertainment, and local services. Your votes celebrate the businesses, professionals, and experiences that make our community truly special. These winners have earned their place on this list thanks to your passion, loyalty, and continued support. If your favorites didn’t make the list...

Professional Services

The AI Catalyst

What will Westport’s AI future look like? Jay Norris has a few ideas. Article and Photography by If 2025 had a theme, it was the AI revolution. Artificial intelligence, machine learning, and large language models dominated the cultural conversation this year, and Westport’s Jay Norris was as plugged into the conversation as anyone. That’s partially because his company, Guesst, is at the forefront of using predictive analytics to help retailers and restaurants. Guesst’s AI, he explains, helps...

Life + Culture

Global Winter, Shared Warmth

Seven unique Westporters share their holiday traditions that bring them together with their families and their communities. Article by Ariel Dunne Inda Sade: Latkes, Lights and Laughter For Inda and Solomon Sade, owners of The Blondinit, Chanukah has always been about more than candles and gifts. At home, it’s a time for cooking, laughter, and family moments shared with their daughters, Arielle and Sophie. At their Westport restaurant, that same spirit fills the room, with warm smiles...

Shopping

Your Ultimate Holiday Shopping Guide

Article and Photography by It’s the most wonderful time of the year… well, until you start holiday shopping, anyway. Gift-giving is a joy, but gift-shopping is a marathon. So this year, we set out to make it a little easier: in these next five pages, you’ll find gift ideas for anyone on your list, with a special focus on being able to purchase the gifts right here in Fairfield County. What we love about putting together each issue of Westport Lifestyle is honing in on what makes this town...