Mother’s Day is right around the corner! Do you have your reservations booked yet? This holiday, in particular, is a very popular day for restaurants across Connecticut, welcoming families in for special brunches and buffets. Some even keep the party going into the evening with special dinner menus, too! Celebrate Mom or the many special women in your life by taking them out to one of the state’s great restaurants.To help you easily navigate this guide, we have broken the restaurants up by county.  Fairfield County Palmer’s Market-Darien www.palmersdarien.com Make Mother’s Day extra s ..read more

The Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater Summer 2024 season is just around the corner, and the team has been working all winter long to continue the tradition of offering the best of Connecticut food to the concert-going Amp audience. The Amp is much more than a concert venue….it’s a destination, and here’s why. NEW in the 2024 food line up: Valencia Luncheria (empanadas, ceviche and ribs), Bridgeport’s own Sound Coffee (cappuccino, iced coffee and lattes), everyone’s favorite - Garden Catering (chicken nuggets and fries), and New York City’s Gotham Burger (smash burgers).   Returning f ..read more

Ahh, grilling season is finally upon us, despite what all these rain clouds might think, and what better way to ring in the warm weather than to take a look at the best butcher shops and meat markets in your area? Whether you are searching for the basics, like beef, pork, or poultry or are in desperate need of more exotic meats, such as alligator, frog legs, or wild boar, Connecticut has a number of places that can fulfill all of your butcher and meat desires. From nose-to-tail shops to small, family-owned markets that offer delicious, quality meats, this list has it all…and then some. Goodby ..read more

Back in 2018 when Christian Burns opened Evarito’s on the corner of N Main Street, just past the 50 Washington Street building, “Hola!” was the restaurant’s catchy little social media term. Six years later, Burns, and the public, can say “Hola!” to the new concept that inhabits 14 N Main, The Pompano. Before we get to what The Pompano is all about, a lot of folks are itching to know why Evarito’s is no more after announcing its last days earlier in 2024. While there were a few factors, the simplest answer is they never fully got back on track financially after 2020. One of two tartare starte ..read more

Nestled among the charming mom-and-pop shops on Sound Beach Avenue in sleepy Old Greenwich, Sushi Bar is turning out some of the highest quality sushi we’ve tried in Connecticut. Two years ago, Chef Rio Yonathan quietly opened his restaurant and changed the Fairfield County sushi scene for the better. Using ultra-premium ingredients from near and far, such as Montauk whitefish and fresh wasabi from Shizuoka prefecture in Japan, Yonathan puts immense effort into fabricating almost everything from scratch. Luckily for us, the fruits of his labor have created an epicurean destination with the ac ..read more

Cinco de Mayo is…. A holiday celebrated primarily in the city of Puebla, Mexico, and in the United States to honor the  victory over Napoleon army in the battle of Puebla. The Mexican natives were outnumbered, but formed to strong resistance and one that battle in “David versus Goliath” style . It’s the perfect expression of how rich the LatinX tapestry is in the US Cinco de Mayo is NOT…. Mexican independence  An excuse to dress stupidly Cinco de Drinko Tequila 3-Minute MasterClass These are the major facts you need to know so you can understand agave spirits and get the most enjoyme ..read more

Photo bottom left courtesy of Winter Caplanson Being from Connecticut means that you’re in the lucky position of having access to some of the best indulgences available- legendary lobster, outstanding oysters, Industry leading IPAS, and…wonderful bourbon whiskey? Oh yes. Thanks to some amazing CT producers, you have the pride of Kentucky Spirits at your fingertips, and this primer is all you need to enjoy the derby in style and spirit. A solid Kentucky Derby experience MUST contain the following (for those who choose to indulge in alcohol, of course): Over the top hat Good bourbon Mint ..read more

Cinco de Mayo is here again, baby! This year the holiday falls on a Sunday, which should be the best news you’ve heard all year because it means you get to celebrate all. weekend. long. Restaurants all across Connecticut are kicking it into high gear this time, with great food, drinks, live music, and prizes! No matter where you are in this wonderful state of ours, you’ll be able to find sick menu specials, fire DJs, and strong margaritas. Get ready to shake your booty this Cinco de Mayo weekend, because we’re all friends here so we can admit – nothing quite makes you dance like a shot (or fo ..read more

Mark your calendars. Westport’s MOMU Ice Cream, which occupies the former Saugatuck Sweets, is set to open this Saturday, April 27th. We were lucky enough to sit down with co-founder, Emily Muñoz, to get the inside scoop (see what we did there?). Here’s everything you want to know. MOMU is the latest brainchild of MMM Hospitality, the team behind the Dinner Series at Kneads Bakery & Cafe. The hospitality group is comprised of husband and wife duos Brittany and Daniel Moreno (owners of Kneads) and Christian and Emily Muñoz. The four connected while working at the two Michelin star restaura ..read more

This year marks the 150th Running of the Roses at Churchill Downs. The Kentucky Derby is known as the most exciting two minutes in sports, and businesses across Connecticut will host viewing parties on Saturday, May 4th to make sure you can enjoy the action. Derby-themed food, mint juleps, and more will be available throughout the day at several restaurants around the state. Make sure you don your fanciest hat – many restaurants are holding contests! Some events are fun for the whole family, while others will have age restrictions, so make sure to double-check ahead of your Derby Day festivit ..read more