Kari Molvar 
You don’t need to consult a calendar to know it’s winter—you can feel it right before the first frost. “The cold, dry air can really take a toll on skin and hair,” says dermatologist Elizabeth Gaines-Cardone, M.D., of Connecticut Dermatology Group in Stamford, CT. Dwindling moisture levels can make you “more susceptible to eczema, infection … Read more
As the daughter of famed British interior designer David Hicks, India Hicks had an eclectic childhood. “My father had some very dazzling ideas about the way that a house should look,” she says of his over-the-top use of pattern on pattern, and knack for mixing the modern with the antique. “My father was very, very … Read more
The latest crop of botanical elixirs is designed to deliver even more benefits for your skin. Here’s how to tap into the next level of radiance. There was a time when taking care of your skin meant putting on a serum and a moisturizer—and that’s as complicated as it got. Then face oils exploded into … Read more
In the middle of the holiday season it can be tough to stick to your healthy ways—and to switch back after the festivities are over. Donna Bunte, a Greenwich, CT-based nutrition coach and holistic practitioner, often sees an uptick in clients in the New Year who want to “feel clean again,” she says. To help … Read more
Kevin Des Chenes Food Network’s Kevin Des Chenes was a special guest at the 2016 Greenwich Wine + Food Festival. Over his illustrious 20-year career, he has served as Executive Chef at notable culinary institutions like Boston’s Washington Square Tavern, Centro Martini & McGraths Catering in Newport, RI. Des Chenes, the 2015 winner of the “Top … Read more
Willie Geist absorbed his interest in television almost by “osmosis.” While growing up, his father, Bill Geist, the legendary CBS correspondent, would often take him to the set, where he got a glimpse of the behind-the-scenes action. “It was by watching his example that I got into the business,” Geist says. After graduating from Vanderbilt … Read more
For radiant skin this fall, start with a supercharged face mask For Super Dry Skin Mix Volition’s activation powder and cream base together to create an innovative, collagen-rich mask that molds to your skin to increase hydration levels. Or for a ready-made option, Dr. Jart’s “nano-skin” mask clings to your face to deliver high doses … Read more
Situated on a private island overlooking Long Island Sound, this magnificent, 12,000-square-foot estate takes waterfront living to a new level. 20 Juniper Rd. Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 5 full, 3 half Square feet: 8,332 Price: $17,500,000 This enclave boasts 7.1 acres, a dock with access to Long Island Sound and views of the Goodwives River and … Read more
Students who are reading “just below” grade level often struggle to boost their skills—and many only need a little extra attention outside the classroom but don’t have access to it. That’s where The Greenwich United Way Reading Champions comes in: Launched in 2008 in partnership with the Greenwich Public Schools, the literacy program pairs Greenwich … Read more
Marcus Samuelsson Restaurateur, executive chef and cookbook author says, “Sometimes you put a dish on the menu to try it out and it takes over. You find that out when you take it off the menu and there’s a chorus of disappointed voices. That dish has become a classic. I wanted comfort food, but I knew I … Read more
This Thursday, Saks Fifth Avenue will open 10022-Shoe, a new stand-alone shop in Greenwich, CT—a 14,000-square-foot space entirely devoted to— yes!—shoes. With the runways full of statement options from lace-up flats to peep-toe booties, the only hard part will be deciding which trend to try on first. Roopal Patel, Saks Fifth Avenue’s Senior Vice President … Read more
“I love Instagram,” says Aerin Lauder, sitting in The Campbell Apartment, the iconic cocktail lounge in New York’s Grand Central Station. “I’m completely addicted.” A quick scroll through Lauder’s feed reveals an inner glimpse into the modern businesswoman’s life: there are shots of what she packs for work trips, how she sets her table at … Read more
Tom Scott considers himself to be a normal guy—a normal guy who wears broken-in chinos and Adidas Samba sneakers, and happens to have co-founded a hugely successful, multimillion-dollar juice company in his 20s. Eight years after launching Nantucket Nectars in 1989, Scott and his partner reportedly sold a major portion of their company to Ocean … Read more
It’s full speed ahead for Ato Essandoh who stars in HBO’s Vinyl and in this summer’s blockbuster film, Jason Bourne, alongside Matt Damon. The actor talks to us about the action-packed role, working with Hollywood legends and why fame is no big deal. Ato Essandoh first discovered that acting might be his calling in college … Read more
More than 300 guests gathered at Sunnyfield Farm in Bedford, NY, on June 18th for Our Land Is Your Land, the 2016 Annual Benefit to raise funds and awareness for Westchester Land Trust. Notably, 75 new supporters attended, bringing new energy to the work WLT does with public and private partners, not only to preserve … Read more
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