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This slightly kooky shop and cafe, housed in an unassuming brick building on N. Branford Road, presents a mix of local products, gift items, lunch, and...cocktails!

You'll find all your favorites including fresh margaritas, that crazy guac, chilaquiles and more yummy Mexican treats at Los Charros' new digs in Branford.

Despite the summery weather, I still have a list of things I save for fall, which includes a stop at Yankee Cider in East Haddam.

Craving cozy? Head straight to Au Chalet for steaming bowls of cheese and fresh salads in the Swiss style.

Summer on the Shoreline is all about farm produce, fresh catch, and local meats and cheeses. We are beyond ready to hit all of our favorite markets! Here's our list...

Come for the fresh cannolis and leave laden with organic tomato sauce, truffle powder, pannetone, ginormous chocolate Easter eggs, and more Italian treats.

Beautifully merchandised and well-priced, stock up for friends and family at this new gift shop in Old Saybrook.

Francophiles (and their friends) will have a high time at Deux Bisous, a new French-inspired shop in Madison.

We’ve compiled all our most popular, need-to-know holiday info into one digital, mobile-friendly, downloadable, and shareable magazine.

Thanksgiving weekend isn't just about shopping! Here's a list of outdoor, cultural, and holiday events to enjoy with your family.

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Karen Helburn of Just Hatched sheds optimism on the direction of small business during these times.

Bluebird Day gets the balance just right with a selection of kids' clothing and gifts that are smart, fun, surprising, and practical.

This new stay smack in the middle of New Haven walks a tightrope between spare modern design and luxurious coziness.

Most of us think of the casino for big-name acts and nights of gaming, but there’s lots more to do, whether gambling is your thing or not. I headed over for a weekend of spa services, a pool party and fabulous food.

It's a wrap! We hosted another fantastic Girls' Night Out, this time in Guilford. These events bring us, plus 400 happy women and all the shopkeepers, so much joy.

I’m considering writing an article (with photos, of course) about everything I’ve eaten this year. It is, at the same time, the upside and downside of my job. So fun. So fattening.

While it may seem like everyone on the Shoreline has a boat, not all of us do...but we can make pretend by sailing away on one of these cruises or charters!

We found a bunch of fun for this August! Mark your calendar for these Shoreline events. August Pool Membership at Old Saybrook Swim and Racquet Club, Cool off with family

We asked The Essex for a recipe for a seasonal and innovative cocktail and Bar Manager and expert, John LaCross shared his vegan, gluten-free Coquito. It is a rum-based cocktail,

This slightly kooky shop and cafe, housed in an unassuming brick building on N. Branford Road, presents a mix of local products, gift items, lunch, and...cocktails!

You'll find all your favorites including fresh margaritas, that crazy guac, chilaquiles and more yummy Mexican treats at Los Charros' new digs in Branford.

We reached out to Mara Dowler, a Kon Marie Consultant and professional organizer for an answer to the teetering pile of papers that lands on every available flat surface.

I've been spending a good amount of time in Williamsburg and it makes for a great weekend getaway, with lovely hotels, shopping, restaurants, and people watching. Here's my list of favorites:
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From quarrying its famous pink granite, to bootlegging and hiding Captain Kidd’s treasure, the archipelago known as the Thimble Islands has served a range of uses laced with mysterious lore.