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JUNE 2021 PUBLISHER

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Celebrating the Men in Greenwich DADS, GRANDDADS, UNCLES, THANK YOU FOR THE ROLE YOU PLAY IN RAISING UP THE KIDS IN OUR COMMUNITY. Whether you coach a sports team, help out with homework, or work extra hard to save up for a surprise trip for your kiddos, we want to take this month to celebrate your efforts.

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FEATURES 12 Food and Wine Lovers Find a New Home at Townhouse 18 My Creative Dentist 22 Summer Love in a Glass

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28 Faith, Integrity, Sacrifice, Leadership and Legacy An up close and personal look at the life and work of Allan Houston

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HOT SPOT

FOOD AND WINE LOVERS FIND A NEW HOME AT TOWNHOUSE Chef Stephen Lewandowski

FOOD AND WINE LOVERS, YOU ARE IN FOR A TREAT. Nestled off Church Street is new local hotspot, Townhouse. Created and designed by Dana Cifone and Chef Stephen Lewandowski to provide guests with an atmosphere and menu felt innovative while approachable to guests. We’re sharing some of Greenwich Lifestyle’s

favorite

picks

from

Chef Stephen’s Seasonal Coastal American menu. With plenty of safety precautions in place and social distancing between tables, Townhouse is doing an amazing job to keep their customers feeling safe while still feeling warm and welcome.

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TOWNHOUSE PHOTOGRAPHY CHRISTINA COLLINS, FEAST & MERRIMENT

PAPPARDELLE SHORT RIB BOLOGNESE WITH WHIPPED RICOTTA.

To put it lightly, the best pasta dish you have ever tasted. We aren’t sure who’s idea it was to put short rib into fresh pasta but it was incredible! It’s even doable in the summer for pasta lovers since it’s more fresh, making it lighter than a traditional heavy pasta meal. Greenwich Lifestyle Award Winning Perfect Bite Scallops

THE SCALLOPS. Winner of the 2020 Greenwich Lifestyle Perfect Bite competition, this is unarguably the best scallop dish in town.

Pappardelle Short Rib Bolognese

Braised Veal & Foie Gras Terrine

BRAISED VEAL & FOIE GRAS TERRINE. Christina Collins, local food blogger of Feast and Merriment states, “It was the best foie gras I have ever tasted”. We asked local blogger and influencer, Zac Mathias what he thought of the restaurant as a frequent guest and he shared with us the secret truffle fries. “The BEST truffle fries that I have ever had!! Keep them coming!” @zac.mathias Along with their delicious menu is the amazing ambiance that fills every carefully crafted room. There are many beautiful spaces throughout the restaurant allowing for social distancing and privacy. Tables are distanced safely apart and the team is taking many precautions to make guests feel comfortable. We’ve shared some of our favorites from the space. CONTINUED >

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THE ATRIUM

THE ATRIUM. When you enter the atrium you are greeted by a limestone fireplace, curved marble double staircase, a wall of iron paneled French doors and a 30 foot dome

FOOD & WINE

ceiling. In the warmer weather, the doors open up and it is an indoor/outdoor eating space. A great place to

be if you want some outdoor dining but don’t want the heat of the sun over you.

THE LIBRARY.

Located off the front foyer and adjacent to the main dining room. This intimate room is perfect for a gathering of friends, family, or colleagues.

THE WINE ROOM.

Located just off our main dining room, The Wine Room

features seating for more than 20 in a completely private setting. Dark wood walls with bronze accents feature more than 2,000 curated bottles of global varietals, styles, and vintages.

THE PENTHOUSE. Events are back and Townhouse can provide both a private and customizable experience. Two grand staircases lead you from The Atrium to the Penthouse event space. The space features all of the amenities of the restaurant in a large, open, and private environment that can seat more than 100. This includes a full bar, wood burning fireplace, private restrooms, and breakout rooms. With its neutral palette, the upstairs event space allows you to make it entirely your own with customized decor. Be one of the first to book this amazing space for your next private event. For more information or to book a reservation visit their website: www.townhousegreenwich.com (203) 622-4223 35 Church Street, Greenwich, CT 06830 14

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TRY SINCE 1984 WHEN HE GRADUATED FROM

then obtained his S1 contractors license with the state,

THE TECHNICAL CAREER INSTITUTE. From that

allowing him to work on his own. It was after this time

time forward, John became established in all aspects

that John developed a small personal business, which

of the HVAC industry, demonstrating his high regard

he pursued nights and weekends focusing on his strict

to quality and customer service. John obtained his D2

standards for quality service. This small business

license with the state of Connecticut and two years

became the foundation for Air Solutions.

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Together on April 1, 1999, Tim DiCamillo and John Perri founded Air Solutions, Inc., a company based on superior quality work for their customers. Today, Air Solutions is structured where Tim directs the sales and engineering team, while John continues to

The latest technology that Air Solutions has to offer, that is free for

direct the service and installation teams. Air Solutions was very

all clients, is the Carrier AirAdvice. In just 30 minutes this technology

fortunate in 2004 to hire John Albero. John has 30 years of expe-

will analyze the air quality so that problems that impact your health,

rience in HVAC operations and he manages all the service and

comfort, and safety can be solved. John and Tim realize that people

installation teams within the company.

are nervouse about having house calls and they want their clients

Air Solutions has come a long way from the original two employees in 1999. Air Solutions currently employs more than 55 employ-

to know they are very aware and understanding of the viruses and other risks associated with air quality.

ees between the two companies, ranging from service technicians,

Like all heating and air conditioning companies, Air Solutions Inc.

sheet metal mechanics, propane drivers to our office staff. The goal

hires only licensed technicians and mechanics. Air Solutions Inc. has

of company was and always will be to provide quality; this has

set the standard high for customer service in Stamford, Greenwich,

set the standard for Air Solutions.

New Canaan, Norwalk, Wilton and Darien.

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LOCAL’S CHOICE

who Dr. Masis Yeterian and Dr. Greg Tamirian

where My Creative Dentist Mill Pond Village 211 East Putnam Avenue Suites 2-6 Cos Cob, CT 06807

about Friendly staff that is dedicated to caring for you and your entire family’s oral health and well-being. Personalized treatment for every patient with a wide range of services.

“WHAT TRULY DISTINGUISHES US FROM THE VAST MAJORITY OF DENTISTS IS THAT WE STRIVE TO BUILD THESE CLOSE RELATIONSHIPS, AS WELL AS OUR ABILITY TO THINK OUT OF THE BOX AND PROVIDE COST EFFECTIVE SOLUTIONS THAT MOST WOULD NOT HAVE THE ABILITY TO CONSIDER.” 18

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My Creative

DENTIST In 2015 Dr. Gregory Tamirian officially joined the practice on Wednesdays and now provides comprehensive diagnoses and treats dental problems including complex restoration procedures DR. MASIS YETERIAN’S PASSION TO DESIGN AND EXECUTE

and smile makeovers. Drs. Yeterian and Tamirian work to make sure

THE ULTIMATE SMILE IS SOMETHING THAT WAS CULTIVATED

that every patient walking though the doors feels welcome and a part

FROM DAY ONE. The youngest of 11 children, Masis and three of his

of their community. Ellie Guiffra, the friendly face behind the front

sisters were brought into their father's dental lab and taught first-

desk, has been a part of the My Creative Dentist family for the last

hand by his father what it means to be a ceramist. That experience

25 years, and has become a local celebrity within the town and has

resulted in one dentist and three dental labs! His ability to reconstruct

always been the shinning beacon on the office. Pre-covid, a normal

and restore is based on an in-depth knowledge of dental materials

greeting with patients consists of a happy smile and warm hug, as

that had been taught to him by both his father and Dr. Sidney Berger.

most of these relationships have been developing since childhood.

For Dr. Masis and his sisters, dentistry is a family affair.

According to Dr. Masis, “What truly distinguishes us from the vast

Dr. Yeterian joined the practice of Dr. Richard Greenberg in

majority of dentists is that we strive to build these close relation-

January 2005 and relocated to Greenwich in 2008 with his wife,

ships, as well as our ability to think out of the box and provide cost

Ludivine, and daughters, Julia and Sasha, enjoying the many benefits

effective solutions that most would not have the ability to consider.”

our community has to offer. With his wife, he has been involved with fundraising for the "Save the Children" organization. In April 2011, Dr. Masis was appointed staff member at Greenwich Hospital.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

su m mer love i n a g lass WHEN THE WEATHER HEATS UP, REFRESHING SUMMER COCKTAILS ARE THE PERFECT WAY TO STAY COOL. One of our favorite spots for that is Eastend, named Best Bar in the 2021 Greenwich Lifestyle Local Love Awards. Their vibrant bar opens up to outdoor tables making it the perfect setting for an afternoon cocktail. The passionate bartenders truly thrive on making all their Eastend customers happy and relaxed with their signature drinks and dazzling charm. When you can’t stop in for a drink at the bar, you can make one of their own right at home. And, what makes the ideal summer cocktail? It’s refreshing, it’s fruity, and it’s well balanced, making it the perfect libation to enjoy while soaking up the sun by the pool or in a hammock. Are you thirsty yet? Come check out some of our favorite summer sips, then get shaking, stirring, or blending.

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Jiant Azalea + 1 1/2 oz gin + 1 oz pineapple juice + 1/2 oz lime juice + 1/4 oz simple syrup or honey + Top with Jiant Hicamaya Hard Kombucha

In a shaker, add gin, lime, pineapple juice, and simple syrup or honey with ice. Shake it like you mean it for 30 seconds. Strain into a glass with fresh ice and top with Hicamaya (about 2 oz). Garnish with a lime or lemon wedge.

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Rainbow Punch + 1 oz dark rum + 1 oz white rum + 1/2 oz dry curacao + 1/8 oz St Elizabeth allspice dram + 3 dashes of angostura bitters + 1/2 oz grenedine + 1 oz orange juice + 1 oz pineapple juice + 1/2 oz lime juice In a shaker, add all ingredients with ice and shake vigorously 30 seconds. Strain into a chilled glass and fill with crushed ice. Garnish with mint and citrus wheels. To make the grenadine, heat equal parts pomegranate juice and sugar over low flame until sugar is dissolved. Allow to cool before using. 24

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“W hen the weather heats up, ref resh i ng su m mer cockta i ls a re the per fect way to stay cool.”

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FOR MOST OF US TEA EVOKES IMAGES OF A WARM, COMFORTING CUP TO SOOTHE YOU; OR A REFRESHING, ICED PICK ME UP. You'd be less likely to think of a cocktail or a canned drink, right? Local entrepreneurs and tea enthusiasts Jennie Ripps and Maria Littlefield are changing all of that. They founded Owl’s Brew with a vision of creating freshly brewed, bubbly and boozy, organic teas. Greenwich resident and co-founder, Ripps is a tea sommelier who has crafted iced tea and tea cocktails programs for restaurants including Momofuku, Sweetgreen, Soho House and Edition hotels. Owl’s Brew is a result of a lifelong passion and respect for ingredients that come from the earth, and not from a lab. She believes there is a "natural progression" from refreshing iced

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tea to spiked, iced, sparkling tea. Plus, hard tea boasts a "more robust flavor," according to Ripps. Tea is hydrating and has a lot of unique antioxidants, so there's a little baseline of benefit, even when alcohol is added. Those benefits are part of why Ripps and Littlefield started Owl's Brew. "The reason we started making cocktails with tea is if you fresh brew the tea, (then you) get something back," Littlefield said. On a mission to make the most refreshing, and delicious boozy beverages in the world, Owl’s Brew products are brewed from whole leaf tea and botanicals. Owl’s Brew’s Boozy Tea comes in an array of flavors like Matcha, Chamomile & Pineapple, English Breakfast Tea, Lemon & Lime, Darjeeling Tea & Hibiscus Flowers, and White Tea, Raspberry & Watermelon, as well as a new flavor, Jasmine, Blueberry & Lemon, which launched this spring. Owl’s Brew’s hand-crafted, freshly brewed Boozy Tea is available at Whole Foods in Greenwich, Total Wine in Norwalk, as well as across the country in other major retailers like Trader Joe’s, Total Wine, GoPuff, and more. For more information visit www.theowlsbrew.com, and follow along on Instagram, @theowlsbrew #drinkwise.

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HOMETOWN HERO

Faith, Integrity, Sacrifice, Leadership and Legacy AN UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL LOOK AT THE LIFE AND WORK OF ALLAN HOUSTON

NBA LEGEND ALLAN HOUSTON AND HIS WIFE TAMARA HAVE BUILT A LIFE IN GREENWICH WITH THEIR SEVEN CHILDREN FOR THE LAST 25 YEARS. In that time, they have developed strong legacies and a winning commitment to helping others through the Allan Houston Legacy Foundation, which is focused on family, economic empowerment, education and spiritual growth. His foundation was build to help others nationally, but has made an impact on the Greenwich community as Allan often partners with the Greenwich Boys and Girls Club to run programs that will empower our youth. A man of faith and strong family values, Allan lives his life with the determination to apply his success as a professional athlete to help others. More recently, Allan has partnered with MIKU Sushi. During the month of June, 100% of proceeds from a special menu will benefit FISLL, Allan's youth empowerment non-profit, and promote the organization's initiatives. Allan’s relationship with Christ has been instrumental in his philanthropic work. It’s given him a navigation system where he doesn’t have to worry about what other people think. “In a world where people can be very critical and try to diminish your value, centering my life around Christ has been invaluable. Believing in a higher power has given me peace and a positive model to follow,” Allan emphasizes. Since its creation in 2001, the Allan Houston Legacy Foundation (AHLF) has served thousands of participants across the country through programs that promote youth 28

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“Bei ng a w i n ner i n l i fe ta kes com m itment,” Houston sa id. “My dad taught me fu nda menta ls a nd five pri nciples for l i fe. Fa ith, I ntegrity, Sacri fice, Leadersh ip a nd Legacy. That’s a formu la for success i n l i fe.”

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mentoring, responsible fatherhood, and entrepreneurship. In addition, he has served as a spokesperson for the National Fatherhood Initiative, an international ambassador for the NBA, and an analyst for ESPN. Allan is best known for his years as shooting guard for the New York Knicks, (1996 – 2005). Touted as one of the “purest shooters” in the NBA, Allan finished his career as one of the NBA’s all-time greatest long-range shooters (#11 in three pointers made) and one of the all-time leading scorers in Knicks history (#2 in three pointers, #4 in total points, and #8 in scoring average). Allan is a two-time NBA All-Star, and in his last healthy season (2002-03) finished as the 10th leading scorer in the league. The former NBA player has accomplished numerous successes, but he is most proud of being awarded the title of ‘Good Guys in Sports’ four times by The Sporting News. He is also responsible in assisting Team USA’s gold medal win at the 2000 Summer Olympics. Allan’s dedication to helping others is demonstrated through the exciting work of AHLF. Foundation programs include “Father Knows Best” Basketball Retreats; the Allan Houston Business Education and Development Program, and his newest program, the Allan Houston Mentoring Initiative (AHMI), launched in 2016. AHLF has used a leadership and relationship development system, FISLL, created by Allan and his family to power its programs. FISLL is a life learning, development, and coaching platform that teaches and actuates 5 essential values of Faith, Integrity, Sacrifice, Leadership, & Legacy as the transformational Fundamentals of Life. FISLL’s mission is to engage, equip and inspire leaders with these values by combining digital and experiential learning that incorporate training in the 3 dimensions of mind, body and spirit. FISLL is being used by individuals, corporations, schools, community and sports programs, to great acclaim. In recognition of his committed work to improve the lives of youth, Allan was named “Father of the Year” by the National Fatherhood Initiative in 2007; “Social Entrepreneur of the Year” by Tulane University in 2008, and received the President’s Council on Service and Civic Engagement Award from the Obama Administration in 2011. In 2015, Houston was honored by the Tennessee State Legislature for his Foundation’s extraordinary work in the community.

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JUNE

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

so many ways to enjoy the beginning

THIS MAGIC MOMENT CELEBRATE NEW BEGINNINGS

the beach or grilling some burgers,

of summer! Whether you spend the day hiking, reading a good book on the important thing is that you cel-

The Tent at The Greenwich

ebrate summer. Spend some time

Audubon Center

outside in the fresh air.

A night of dancing to the music of DJ April Larken, under the open-sided Tent at Greenwich Audubon Center, in the fresh air. All proceeds will support CLC's mission of building a just future where every child and family thrives

25 DAR WILLIAMS CONCERT

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Greenwich Polo Club

The Greenwich Cup will be played all four Sundays in June at Greenwich Polo Club. This is your chance to see some of the world's best teams and

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FATHER'S DAY

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Today recognizes not just fathers, but the father figures in our lives. These are the men we look up to who set solid examples for us and guide us throughout our lives. Whether they are first-time fathers just learning to change a diaper, or experienced fathers offering sage advice, the day celebrates everything a father is.

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ARTICLE STEPHANIE KAMINSKY

THE BEST IN TH E B I Z ROB JOHNSON, A FULL TIME AGENT WHO HAS BEEN AT HALSTEAD FOR 7 YEARS AND HAS NOW JOINED BROWN HARRIS STEVENS AS THE TWO FIRMS MERGED, IS WELL KNOWN BY THE GREENWICH COMMUNITY FOR ALWAYS HAVING HIGH ENERGY, ENTHUSIASM, AND DRIVE TO HELP ALL HIS CLIENTS ACHIEVE THEIR REAL ESTATE GOALS. Born and raised in the UK, Rob has worked in London, NYC, Sydney, and Hong Kong, and feels comfortable working and advising both international and local buyers and sellers. Through a combination of hard work, innovative marketing, and great communication, Rob continues to be a resource for all clients beyond the transaction. Rob even has experience in local construction, and investment projects that have provided invaluable advice to his client base. When it comes to Rob, the foundation of his

real estate success is simply treating his clients

Outside of real estate, Rob also strives to emphasize the importance

the way he would like to be treated. In addition,

of making smart investments in your business, as well. “Be prepared to

he continuously prioritizes sharing insights and

spend some money (wisely) on your business,” he says. Just like any

serving as an advisor within the business. Once he

other kind of business, he believes that investments need to be made

establishes trust between himself and a client, Rob

before you can see results.” We need to constantly invest.”

shares his market and industry knowledge so his

Last year, Rob was named the #1 agent in the state by REAL Trends,

clients can make informed decisions during their

whose annual list ranks the top 1.5% of agents out of 1.4 million real

work together and for future real estate matters.

estate professionals in the country. Amongst his many statewide and

“Understanding current inventory and real-time

national recognitions, Rob was also included in “The Thousand” rank-

trends in your specific market may seem like obvi-

ings in 2020, recognized as #48 nationally based on sales volume.

ous industry rules for any agent, but you would be

surprised how much you will differentiate yourself

For more information, you can visit www.robjohnsongreenwich.com or con-

if you demonstrate this clearly,” Rob advises.

tact Rob Johnson’s office at (203) 979-2360 and robjohnson@bhsusa.com.

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