Food + Beverage

Sweet Treats

A fun fall variation on a favorite Greek dessert. Article by Nikki Glekas This is one of my most-watched episodes on YouTube. Follow the instructions as directed and you’ll have the most delicious Loukoumades you’ve ever tasted! Feel free to try other fruits. This method will definitely work well. Enjoy these Greek favorites and be sure to let me know if you have any questions in the comments! Apple Loukoumades 1 Apple, peeled and diced Prepared dough 4 cups of vegetable oil...

Life + Culture

Coffee Houses Delivering More Than Good Coffee

Experience the ART of Coffee in Three of Stamford's Favs Article by Marty Shapiro Coffee House ++ best describes these creative and innovative roasters as they provide added artisan offerings of foods, jewelry and clothing. Indulge all of your senses with a great cup of java. HUMBLED COFFEEHOUSE Located on Hope Street in the Springdale district of Stamford, Humbled Coffeehouse focuses on good coffee, artisan baked goods and the pleasures of hanging out. The dream of Dawn Vaccaro and her...

Food + Beverage

Locally Grown for Flavor, Community and Environmental Impact

The joys of cooking and resourcing local agriculture. Article by Eva Glassman With the internet on everything from our phones to our refrigerators, we are constantly inundated with information and notifications. We all know we need to slow down, but what does that mean exactly, and where does one start? For me, it started with food. When I was in college, I joined a Co-op where my housemates and I established weekly meal plans, chore structures, and house meetings to manage our...

Life + Culture

JoAnn & Sal Latorraca

Personal Spotlight - Owners at The Waters Edge at Giovanni’s Article by Sarah Bamford @HybridMediaComm Name JoAnn & Sal Latorraca Age: 59 Occupation: Owners at The Waters Edge at Giovanni’s The Waters Edge at Giovanni’s opened October 1987 as one of Stamford and Darien’s premiere Steakhouses. Since then, the restaurant has grown to include an award-winning event space. JoAnn and her husband Sal Latorraca offer guests a timeless experience in a genuine, warm atmosphere perfect for special...

Health + Wellness

Healthy Lifestyle Guide:

Calories in, Calories out? All calories are not created equal. Article by Daniel Pachter @bodybypure 1,000 calories of “Skittles” and 1,000 calories of grass-fed steak do not have the same macronutrient or micronutrient profile, glycemic effect, effect on appetite, mood and energy. Quality, quantity, and frequency of calories all play a major role in whether you burn glucose or fat for fuel and whether your cells have the raw materials needed for repair. Here are three tips to consider for...

Food + Beverage

The Royal Green

An Exceptional Stamford Dining Experience at Sterling Farms Article by Jermyn Mayfield The Royal Green is a modern American steakhouse featuring certified black Angus beef - mouth watering, tender and cooked to perfection. The barrel cut filet mignon and the New York sirloin strip steak stand out as guest favorites. Enjoy with their delicious cornmeal dusted fried onions and don’t forget to add the truffled Maderia sauce.  The full menu offers a variety of choices for all tastes including...

Wellness

SHEDDING YOUR MENOPAUSAL MIDDLE

The secret to naturally balancing your hormones for a happier, healthier, slimmer and symptom-free transition. Article by Jacqui Justice, MS Functional Nutritionist @jacquijustice The menopausal transition, which can last anywhere from 4 to 10 years, has gotten quite a bad rap and for good reason. Fluctuating hormones starting in perimenopause can cause a constellation of symptoms, leaving us frustrated and confused as we struggle with belly fat and bloat, stubborn hormonal weight gain...

Travel

Palette of Autumn

A Symphony of Colors on Nature's Canvas Article and Photography by Laurie A. Guzda Peak leaf peeping usually occurs for Stamford near the end of October. That doesn't mean you can't enjoy the breathtaking spectacle, where vibrant hues of red, orange, and gold blanket the landscape sooner. Head north on the Merritt Parkway for great pumpkin picking and fresh apple cider. Silverman's Farm in Easton, Lyman's Orchards in Middlefield and Beardsley's Cider Mill in Shelton are some of our favs.

Arts + Culture

Captivating Portraits

SCL Photographers Share Insights Capturing the Essence of their Subject Article and Photography by Photography is key to Stamford City Lifestyle. Without our talented photographers, our articles would not be as engaging. Today, if you have a phone, you have the ability to photograph. So, what sets images apart? What makes a photograph compelling? What makes a photographer interesting? Sometimes it’s taking a step three inches to the left or adding a prop. Sometimes it's looking for textures...

Arts + Culture

Meet Stuart Yankell

Inspired by the Legacy of an Extraordinary Home Article by Marty Shapiro | Photography by Jay Cohen If you have lived in Stamford for some time, you undoubtedly know that the early 20th-century sculptor Gutzon Borglum (best known as the sculptor of Mount Rushmore) lived and worked in Stamford. In 1916, Borglum built an extraordinary studio along the banks of the Rippowam River in North Stamford. Over the century, several prominent artists including Mort Walker of Beetle Bailey fame, have lived...