Health + Wellness

Early Detection Saves Lives

Dr. Gilda Boroumand brings us up to date on breast cancer screening. Article by Sara Gaynes Levy | Photography by John Videler October is breast cancer awareness month, and it’s a perfect time to schedule your annual breast imaging if you haven’t already done so. Westport Lifestyle sat down with Gilda Boroumand, M.D., a breast imaging radiologist at Connecticut Breast Imaging, which has five locations in the area for mammography and ultrasound. Dr. Boroumand advised us on the latest...

Local Services

Community-Driven Philanthropy Makes a Difference

New Canaan Community Foundation Article by Lauren O’Malley “Philanthropy isn't just putting a band-aid on something, it’s bringing betterment to someone’s life,” said Lauren Patterson, President & CEO of the New Canaan Community Foundation (NCCF). Since its founding in 1977, NCCF has taken that sentiment to heart in their commitment to improve the lives of people in lower Fairfield County by providing leadership on local issues, making impactful grants, and leading New Canaan’s charitable...

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Featuring 17-year-old, Ellie Charney

Student at Darien High School Article by Sarah Bamford What inspires you to get involved with your community? Volunteering for Feeding 500 allows me to interact directly with the Darien community through events and food drives, and then I get to see the immediate impact our donations make on the community in Norwalk that Open Doors is supporting. Feeding 500 started with one goal—raise enough money to feed five hundred people a year, or around $1,250. Since its founding in 2021 through New...

Food + Beverage

Flavors of Fall

Embrace the season with autumnal ambiance and cuisine Article by Anna Barnes As the autumn leaves start to fall and chillier winds blow into town, like clockwork I start to crave the flavors of fall: warmer, heartier, more savory dishes, and all the produce that become in season. We are so lucky to live in a part of the country that tends to “show off” during the fall season, but even luckier for us, our local restaurants do the same. Le Penguin, Greenwich. I always crave buttery, decadent...

Life + Culture

Barrett Bookstore Round Up

Article and Photography by 1. Be Ready When The Luck Happens by Ina Garten - October 1 Barefoot Contessa fans cannot miss this riveting and revealing memoir from Ina Garten. She invites us into her childhood in Stamford, Connecticut, her courtship and early marriage with the one and only Jeffrey, and of course her incredible work ethic and creativity in building her career in food, entertaining, and entertainment.  2. The Sequel by Jean Hanff Korelitz - October 1 Fans of The Plot will...

Food + Beverage

Local Experiences

The best places and things to do in our area. Article by Megan Schinella Our community is brimming with incredible food and drinks to indulge in and Megan has selected some of her picks that you must experience for yourself! 1. Josie & Tony's - where an old Manhattan restaurant meets your Italian grandma’s kitchen. Sandwich shop by day, restaurant membership supper club by night.  Norwalk, CT. 2. Blackbird -  a sleek and sophisticated bar & restaurant. With a moody ambiance, share...

Style + Beauty

The Style List by @styleelyst

September Style Article by Ashley Cannon | Photography by Brand Imagery September is upon us, darlings, and with it comes a glorious shift in style. Gone are the carefree days of sundresses and sandals, in their place, a sophisticated symphony of textures and tones. It's time to embrace the chic aesthetic that defines autumnal fashion. From rich plaid prints to refined statement jackets to mini skirts, this season is all about layering, luxury and a lot of texture.   IRO | PARIS, FRANCE ...

Health + Wellness

Embrace Your Beauty

With Skin by Sarah Medical Article by Kristin Burnell | Photography by Abby Cole Photography September is the perfect time for a refresh, a time to treat yourself and enhance your confidence. If you're looking for a skin treatment to help build your radiance, Skin By Sarah Medical will help fulfill your needs. Dr. Sarah Lacarrubba specializes in injectable, medical-grade skin treatments. She is a board-certified physician and a member of the ​​American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine and the...

Life + Culture

Introducing Kat Jamieson

Founder of Everyone Loves the Weekend, a new timeless fashion line Article by Kristin Burnell | Photography by Thomas Jamieson 14 years ago, Kat Jamieson started her blog 'With Love from Kat,' after working in the fashion industry and living in New York City. After studying interior design in college, Kat realized her ultimate passion was in fashion. She was able to use her blog as a creative outlet tying in her love of fashion, decor, wellness, travel, beauty and so much more. Flash forward...

Life + Culture

New Youthful Trend: Face Yoga!

Lift Your Face with a Workout Above the Neck Article and Photography by Nicole Glor Do you ever wonder why you work out your entire body, but not your face? Well, I did and, as a yoga instructor for two decades, I decided face yoga was a perfect addition to my aging plan and became certified in the FitFace Method.  You too can work out your face (in addition to or instead of med spa treatments and facelifts) to move from anti-aging to pro-aging in a holistic way! "The Face Yoga Method is a...