Greenwich, CT March 2023

A breakthrough treatment to define your jawline

INTRODUCING

JUVÉDERM ® VOLUX

The first hyaluronic acid filler designed specifically to address jowls, folds and sagging of the jawline and chin. Ideal for both women and men, this filler provides structural support and contouring to reveal a lifted and sculpted jawline.

As we age, our mid face fat pads deflate and descend downwards causing our skin to fall without that structural support, creating the appearance of jowls. Using the new robust Volux™ filler, our talented injectors can mimic the structure of bone and replace the volume we’ve lost in this area, as well as create a smooth jawline.

Book your treatment with one of our trained Board Certified Dermatologists.

Optimal Wellness Starts With Your Oral Health

Top 4 Reasons Why You Should Consider LANAP Laser Gum Treatment to Save Your Teeth:

+ Save money by saving your natural teeth.

+ Only FDA approved laser treatment to promote healthy bone and gum regeneration.

+ No scalpels or sutures means minimal bleeding, pain, or downtime.

+ Treat multiple teeth in one appointment.

Dr. Alex Volchonok is a dual Ivy-League trained Board-Certified Periodontist and Oral Implantologist with advanced training in minimally-invasive surgical and laser periodontal therapy procedures.

Michele Volchonok DMD, FIALD

Alexander Volchonok DMD, MS, FICOI, FIALD

Dr. Michele Volchonok is a laser cosmetic dentist. She specializes in laser treatments including SmoothLase (wrinkle removal) Lipase (Natural Lip augmentation) and SleepLase (Snoring and Airway treatment).

ELSA RASKIN, M.D. PLASTIC & COSMETIC SURGERY BOARD CERTIFIED

Reconstructive & Cosmetic Surgery

Tailored to You

Dr. Elsa Raskin

“Dr Raskin and her team are amazing! She listened to my concerns and never felt rushed. She offered different options to achieve the results I wanted, now I am 3 days post op and couldn’t be happier! Everything was done right in her office from consultation to surgery in their beautiful OR suite. Staff was attentive and caring throughout the whole process. Thank you guys for everything!!”

- Maridaliz Torres |

LIFESTYLE LETTER

Home Sweet Home

Home. So much contained in that little four letter word. Home is our grounding. Our base. Our launchpad. It’s where we start and end each day. And while the particulars look different for each of us, the meaning and value it holds for all of us is undeniable.

Author Wendy Wunder said, “The magic thing about home is that it feels good to leave, and it feels even better to come back. ”As we thought about home - we wanted to highlight what makes it special to our readers. That of course includes the food and drinks, the aesthetic and design, but most importantly - the people.

This month we sat down with Yashmin Llyods' who took the top spot at Compass Greenwich in 2022 on her real estate career. We were able to get a sneak peak about the new Culnova flagship store and all the kitchen dreams that offers. Kellie Kerwin interviews the Habitual Hostess duo and learns the perfect hosting tips. Our resident nutritionist, Cece Reeder also shares tips on the most important meal of the day.

We feel like the lucky ones as we got to learn more about the businesses and individuals that comprise our towns and hope the small lens into their lives and work brings people in this community together.

As you flip through the pages of this issue, we hope you’ll feel encouraged and connected to the people around you, in our neighborhood and most of all your home.

Every month, we hear from readers who keep this magazine for longer than just the month labeled on the cover. They say they hold onto it for months as coffee table art or an accessory in their home. We feel proud to create a resource that is valued in our community and strive every month to deliver the value you expect. Thanks for letting us be a part of your home.

Happy March!

LAURA SABIA, PUBLISHER @GREENWICHLIFESTYLEMAG

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March 2023

PUBLISHER

Laura Sabia | laura.sabia@citylifestyle.com

EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Kristin Burnell | kristin.burnell@citylifestyle.com

PUBLISHER ASSISTANT

Emma Parente | emma.parente@citylifestyle.com

MARKET SUPPORT MANAGER

Lydia Turner | greenwich@citylifestyle.com

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Ashley Alt, Anna Barnes, Lea Grimaldi, Kellie Kerwin

Corporate Team

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt

CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL MEDIA Mindy Hargesheimer

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell

AD DESIGNER Evan Deuvall

LAYOUT DESIGNER Eva Tucker

Your Luxury Expert in

Top 5 Agents in Greenwich Sales Volume, 2022

Yashmin

Licensed

Compass

Yashmin Lloyds of Compass Connecticut, LLC is a licensed real estate broker and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Rankings sourced from FlexMLS, Greenwich, Closed Sales 1/3/2022-12/31/2022. compass.com

city scene

Where neighbors can see and be seen.

1: Greg Gigliotti, Jamie Benincasa 2: Bonnie Lautenberg, Michael Paniccia 3: Marc La Magna, Elizabeth Hutchins, Kristine Gigliotti, Peter DaPuzzo 4: Joli Gross & Bonnie Lautenberg 6: The Audrey Coat 7: Jennifer Frascella, Charlean Kratt, Giovanna Russo Miller

8: William Leighton & Tiffany Benincasa 10: ARTISTICA! Opening Reception at C. Parker Gallery 11: Sarah Mae with Joanna Young & Amy Guzzi 13: ARTISTICA! Opening Reception at C. Parker Gallery

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14: Sarah Mae & Sarah Bamford 15: Sarah Mae & Maria Turkel 17: Sarah Mae & Suzanne Blech - Owner of Orienta 18: Joanna Young in the Daphne Jacket 19: Emily Dreas, Anne Citrin, Bonnie Lautenberg, Gina Manzino, Joli Gross, Carolyn Westerberg

Creating beautiful, healthy smiles with a modern approach and advanced techniques.

Get To Know Linda Chase-Jenkins

A resident of Greenwich for almost 20 years in the Belle Haven area, Linda Chase-Jenkins brings an international perspective to this beautiful sought after community. Linda has lived and worked in NYC, London, and Paris before relocating to Greenwich to raise her two daughters.

Linda’s professional experience as a senior principal of one of the world’s largest global management consulting firms uniquely positions her in this competitive and high-end environment. She brings the same level of professionalism, expertise in negotiation, strategic thinking, and creative problem solving to the Greenwich market as she did selling and managing complex global transactions. Linda’s extensive personal experience as a buyer, seller, renovator and builder of real estate properties in the complex NYC, Greenwich and waterfront markets helps bring first-hand knowledge to her clients.

Linda is very active in the Greenwich community. Her involvement includes serving on the Greenwich Academy Parents Association, the admissions committee of The Belle Haven Club, and multiple terms as a Trustee of the Bruce Museum, and The American Red Cross, Metro NY North Chapter.

Linda holds an MBA from Columbia University where she is currently on the Business School’s Women’s Leadership Circle Board. She has a BS from Cornell University and currently serves as Vice Chair on the Dean’s Advisory Council for the Dyson School.

A native of Maine, her personal interests include spending time with her children,waterfront real estate, boating, tennis, skiing and travel.

Linda is excited to be part of The Higgins Group family and is dedicated to helping her clients realize their real estate dreams.

Cell Phone: (646) 662-6220

Email: Linda.higginsgroup@gmail.com

Instagram: @lindachasejenkins

A round-up of exciting news from local businesses.

Greenwich Medical Spa Grand Re-Opening

Greenwich Medical Spa has been the leading medspa of the community since 2007. We are excited to announce that we will be re-opening our Greenwich flagship location in April 2023. We are thrilled to know you are just as eager as we are about our grand re-opening at 1285 E. Putnam Ave. Some additions include a brand new body center, beauty bar, open work space and much, much more.

Ellen and Richard Richman of Greenwich Inspire Donations

Greenwich Hospital has announced a lead gift toward its Adolescent Behavioral Health Outpatient Program from longtime Greenwich residents Richard and Ellen Richman. Designed to inspire others to donate to this important initiative, the Richmans will match any gifts dollar-for-dollar, up to $1 million.  Supporters wishing to donate to the Greenwich Hospital Adolescent Behavioral Health Program – and have their contribution doubled – can contact Noël Appel at noel. appel@greenwichhospital.org or 203-863-3861.

Introducing Janine Kennedy with the Higgins Group

Janine Kennedy guarantees you her loyalty, service, and energy to find you the home that you'll love and cherish. Janine welcomes new families to Greenwich through her involvement in the community, such as serving as the PTA president for her children’s school, coaching field hockey and getting involved in daily life around town. She is on the board of The American Red Cross, Coffee For Good, Arch Street Teen Center, and founded Style Up Greenwich.

live an active but beautifully protected lifestyle in an elegant and first-class community.”

Accomplished Style

Enjoy an unparalleled lifestyle at Edgehill.

Continue to live life to its fullest at Edgehill. Once you choose to move to Edgehill, you shed the hassles of home maintenance and worries about the cost of care in the future. You will have more time to do what you love and the luxury of finding joy in other interests. Whether your pursuits are academic, cultural or philanthropic, a wealth of opportunities await you at Edgehill. There is no limit to what you can accomplish.

To learn more, call 203-409-8711 or visit EdgehillCommunity.com

Where life meets style.

“I am fortunate to

Bobbi H., Edgehill Resident

Fred Elser First Sunday Science Lecture Series Returns!

First Sunday Science “Toward a Waste Free Greenwich in 2023” will take place in-person on Sunday, January 8th, from 2:00PM - 3:00PM EST at the Floren Family Environmental Center at Innis Arden Cottage, Greenwich Point Park, Old Greenwich, CT. Julie DesChamps, founder of Waste Free Greenwich, will discuss what happens to our trash and recycling, the impacts of our waste system, and offer practices to reduce waste at home, and in our community.

Grand Opening of The Ave

Joe Kelly, Austin Longi, Rodney Joyner, and first selectman, Fred Camillo at the opening of the Ave.

only thing harder

Introducing Amanda Huntington with the Higgins Group

Offering a fresh vision to Fairfield County's real estate market, Amanda Huntington's energy and enthusiasm combined with her educational and professional experience will help you find the right home at the right price, including the essential criteria you have for your ideal home. When it's time to sell, you need someone to advertise your home, show to prospective buyers, negotiate, and supervise the closing. She takes care of everything you need, from start to close!

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local experiences

There are few things we love more than the comfort of our own home. Upgrade and personalize your living space inside and out by shopping and engaging with our home and design merchants who provide cozy, creative and beautiful establishments to enhance our digs.

GREENWICH ORIENTAL ART: Explore Greenwich Oriental Art, the two-storied gallery of fine art and Asian antiques.  Browse beautiful items from top sellers around the world! 7 East Putnam Avenue, Greenwich, CT

BESPOKE DESIGNS LLC: Personalize your space and visit Bespoke Designs for beautiful home decor items such as vases, trays & bowls, frames, lamps, candles, original art, and more! 8 Sconset Square Westport, CT

TOVARE HOME: Trovare Home offers a fine selection of modern and vintage furnishings. Their distinctive design style is a unique blend of new and curated vintage elevating your home into a vibrant, forward-thinking space.  245 East Putnam Avenue, Greenwich, CT

HOME BOUTIQUE: Home Boutique is your source for the finest linens in the world.  Enhance your home with fine bed linens, towels, throws, blankets, bedroom and tabletop accessories, custom designed china, and one-of-akind antiques! 14 Lewis Street Greenwich, CT

FIG LINENS AND HOME: Fig Linens and Home has everything you need to make your house a showplace. Check out their wide range of home decor accessories and fine linens! 66 Post Road East Westport, CT

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At Home with the Habitual Hostess Duo

“Life is Boring, It’s Your Job to Make it Fun!”

Words to *host* by with Alston & Leigh

ARTICLE BY KELLIE KERWIN

PHOTOGRAPHY BY

LEIGH HANSEN, HABITUAL HOSTESS

Leigh Hansen & Alston Calabrese of the Habitual Hostess

DESCRIBE WHAT THE HABITUAL HOSTESS IS.

The Habitual Hostess is the idea of celebrating occasions big and small. Inspiring people to have the party and enjoy the process while making memories. Our platform follows the seasons and holidays and reflects how we’re celebrating life with friends and family.

HOW DID YOU COME UP WITH THE NAME AND WHEN DID THE HABITUAL HOSTESS LAUNCH?

We knew we wanted the idea to reflect hosting, and not just cooking. One night a few months before we launched, we were chatting about it over a glass of wine and the idea just came to us! We checked to see if the Instagram handle was available and luckily it was! We registered it right away and started planning. Our first Instagram post, thus “launching” the brand was on January 3, 2021.

HOW DID THE TWO OF YOU MEET AND WHAT MADE YOU DECIDE TO CREATE A BUSINESS TOGETHER?

We met at the beginning of our Freshman year at the University of Alabama and have known each other for more than 20 years now! After college, we lived in New York City together. We were both into food and entertaining and Leigh has always been very into photography. We had this idea for a blog called Eat Pretty. But life was fast and we were both young and working – also very busy enjoying all New York City had to offer. Long story short, the blog never launched. Meanwhile, we both met our now husbands who both happened to be from Greenwich, CT. Leigh moved out to Connecticut after getting married and Alston moved to San Francisco for a quick stint. When she and her family made their way to settle in Greenwich, we started talking again about launching a creative outlet that reflected our

shared passions. We were both out of the baby-phase with our children and looking for a little something extra – let’s call it a “passion-project.”

WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE PART ABOUT WORKING TOGETHER AND THE BEST THING HABITUAL HOSTESS HAS BROUGHT YOUR WAY?

Our Wednesday “Cook Days” can often double as therapy sessions! At this age, who gets to spend almost an entire day a week hanging out with one of their best friends? We have met so many amazing local entrepreneurs, business owners and taste-makers through Habitual Hostess and that has been so inspiring!

TELL US ABOUT THE RECIPES YOU CREATE. DO YOU TRY THEM OUT YOURSELVES FIRST? ARE THEY PASSED DOWN FROM GENERATION OR FROM SCRATCH?

HABITUAL HOSTESS SERVES RECIPES, TIPS, COCKTAILS AND JOY!

Yes! We test out each recipe we create or share. Sometimes they flip and it can take several tries before we get to the point of sharing. The recipes could be variations of something we’ve tried and loved in the past. We share tried and true recipes from others. And yes, a few of them are Southern recipes passed down from our mothers or grandmothers.

WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE PART OF ENTERTAINING?

Coming up with new menu ideas and bringing that menu to life with friends. We love the feeling of our houses when guests are enjoying themselves. It feels happy and alive and the memories last way beyond the party.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE HOLIDAY?

Leigh: Christmas

Alston: Christmas for sure! It’s such a magical time of year!

HOW DID YOU GROW THE BUSINESS TO DATE?

We have been incredibly lucky to have some amazing cheerleaders on our side. We have had friends invite us to help them with small events for their businesses or social groups – thus spreading the word and sharing our Instagram account with others.

LOVE THAT YOU INCLUDE MANY TRADITIONS THROUGHOUT YOUR POSTS. IS IT IMPORTANT FOR YOU TO CREATE NEW TRADITIONS AND KEEP OLD ONES ALIVE?

Babs, from Brunch with Babs made a great point – it only takes two years for a tradition to

be just that! We both grew up with lots of traditions and carry many of those throughout with our families. We’ve also started new ones! Our tip is: pick traditions that are simple and bring you joy, not ones that are stressful or unfulfilling just because you think you should do them!

WHERE DO YOU DRAW INSPIRATION FROM?

We both LOVE cookbooks and each own many. Alston also checks cookbooks out from the local library on a regular basis. We are also always inspired by our southern mothers who are forever hosting and enjoying life with friends and family.

WHAT'S NEXT FOR THE HABITUAL HOSTESS?

Stay tuned for a monthly newsletter that will be a party planning one-sheet for a different party each month! We hope to inspire people to throw parties and host more. The newsletter will outline not only the full party menu but also hosting tips and a timeline that will keep you out of the kitchen and enjoying the party!

WHAT ARE YOUR 2023 GOALS?

We had some really fun partnerships with lifestyle brands in 2022 and hope to have some partnership with food and beverage companies in 2023.

WHERE CAN WE FIND MORE ABOUT THE HABITUAL HOSTESS?

You can follow us on Instagram @habitualhostess (where we shoot all of our own reels and Leigh does our photography) and https://www. habitualhostess.com

HABITUAL HOSTESS (FAN FAVORITE!) RECIPES

POMEGRANATE COSMO

• 3 oz vodka

• 3 oz pomegranate juice (use Pom brand)

• 1 oz lime juice

• 1.5 oz Cointreau

• Pomegranate seeds and thinly sliced lime wheels to garnish

Fill a shaker with ice. Pour all ingredients into shaker and shake vigorously. Strain into a martini glass and garnish with pomegranate seeds and a lime wheel.

SPRING PASTA WITH BURRATA (SUNDAY SUPPER EDITION)

Serves 6

• 16 oz. box orecchiette pasta

• 2 cups shelled fresh English peas

• 2 cups sugar snap peas, sliced on the diagonal into 1” pieces

• 12 oz. pancetta, diced

• 1 Tbsp. olive oil

• 1 cup diced shallots

• 4 eggs

• 1 cup shredded Parmigiano

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill

• 1 teaspoon each fresh lemon zest and juice

• Salt and black pepper to taste

• 8 oz. ball burrata cheese or fresh mozzarella, room temperature

1. Cook orecchiette in a pot of boiling salted water according to package directions.

2. Add English peas and snap peas during the last minute of cooking. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain orecchiette and peas.

3. Meanwhile, cook pancetta in oil in a sauté pan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 5 minutes. Drain all but 1 Tbsp. drippings from pan; add shallots and cook until softened, 3–4 minutes.

4. Stir orecchiette and peas in with pancetta

5. Whisk together eggs; gradually whisk in 3 Tbsp. reserved pasta water to temper eggs.

6. Off heat, add egg mixture to orecchiette, stirring, until sauce thickens. Stir in 1 cup Parmesan, dill, zest, and lemon juice; add more pasta water to reach desired consistency and season with salt and pepper.

7. Transfer orecchiette to a serving dish and top with Parmesan, dill, and burrata, torn into chunks.

4:00 – 8:00 pm

Share an enchanting evening with someone you love, including a performance, carriage rides and sweetheart-themed activities to make your heart sing!

Reserve your “date” today by visiting www.steppingstonesmuseum.org

GS WOODWORKING

A Labor of Love that’s Built to Last

GS Woodworking has been helping residents and designers of  Westchester County and Fairfield County beautify their homes and interiors since 2014, and shows no signs of slowing down. The locally owned and operated company began when Guilherme Silva, born in Brazil and working in cabinetry and furniture as taught by his father, had a vision for his own company. After coming to America at age 18, Silva, known as G, honed his trade and bided his time before branching out on his own to create beautiful pieces to enhance his clients’ interiors.

Silva and his partner Mayara Hopp run the business together. Specializing in custom cabinetry and fine furniture, he does the creative woodworking and she works with the designers and homeowners to get all the specifications and details just right. As Hopp puts it, “The line between personal and professional is quite a blurred one because not only are we partners in love but we are also partners in business. And while the idea of spending 24 hours a day with your significant other may sound like a recipe for disaster for most people, we can say it’s actually made both our work and relationship stronger.”

When he was getting started, Silva had been an employee in another cabinetry company and he was the best installer they had.

He got the work done quickly and efficiently. Clients would request him because of his expertise and attention to detail. Always hardworking, he began to take on small projects of his own clients and build them after his shift hours. As his client list grew, he was becoming too busy to work for someone else. At this point he decided to invest his time, energy, and knowledge in his own company–GS Woodworking.

Hopp joined Silva in the company in 2018 after also moving from Brazil. Although she had been a biologist, he patiently taught her all about the business and opened her eyes to a new world which she now loves. She helped him with the behind the scenes office, client, and management aspects and the business took off. As she says, “It was a BOOM, we grew together really fast.”

The love that they share is evident in the care they put into the custom pieces they design, along with the clients' help and input. When a client decides to work with GS Woodworking the process begins with a consultation when the client gives their ideas. They share rough dimensions, sketches, and inspiration pictures.

With that information, the team at GS Woodworking will provide an estimate. When the client decides to move forward,

ARTICLE BY LEA GRIMALDI

they will have a meeting at the client’s home to take measurements and discuss further details. Making sure proportions are exact is crucial. “Most of our clients are designers and homeowners, and I like to collaborate with them, sharing my personal and professional ideas,” Hopp says.

After that, they proceed to down payment and shop drawings to be presented to the client, which generally requires some modifications and adjustments until clients are happy with the plans. “Once the plans are approved, we will make them wood samples for finish selections. As every piece is unique and customized specially for each client, the shapes and finish options are endless,” according to Hopp.

During the process, the individual team members will do what they love. They have one expert on dining tables, another who is a master at cabinetry, and a third who can work on multiple cabinetry projects simultaneously. They all excel in their specialty. They have a finishing team that perfects the lacquers and can create anything from the most basic to the most difficult stain to attain the desired finish. The average time to complete a piece is four months.

Because each piece is different, it is difficult to give a price range since shape, size, and materials vary so much. “We don’t really have one favorite offer. This is the beauty of custom woodwork, it never gets boring!” says Hopp.

However, the cabinetry price is not comparable to Home Depot or Ikea, because the quality of the materials is much higher and will last much longer than mass-produced items.

During the pandemic their business increased as people stayed home and began home improvement projects. ”Homeowners have re-prioritized their spaces and their homes are now to serve much more than just a domestic purpose. They must meet the home, work, and social requirements,” Hopp says.

As people spent all of their time at home for much of the pandemic, they realized they wanted more out of their home spaces. According to Hopp,”Being able to work in a designated home office or to enjoy a drink in the comfort of your home bar has become increasingly important during this time.”

Hopp’s advice to people seeking to improve their home through custom woodworking is this, ”Having a unique piece of furniture is very satisfying. Custom cabinets and furniture have a great spirit, and it lasts. That kind of value is important. I suggest gathering photos from the internet and magazines, and researching materials they might like. Schedule an appointment with us and we will make sure to bring their vision to life.”

If potential clients follow this advice, they will have a piece of custom furniture that they have helped design which will enhance their home for many years to come.

GS Woodworking serves Westchester County, NY, Fairfield  County, CT, Manhattan, Long Island, and the Hamptons. They can be found at gswoodworking.com

Wellness in your Home

Susan De Chiara shares how to make your home yours.

ARTICLE BY ASHLEY ALT

Home is where the heart is, so they say. Susan De Chiara , an artist based in New Canaan, tells us how to make your home yours, from art pieces to seasonal decor, including where to find unique pieces to make your space feel as cozy-chic as it looks.

A decor blogger first, artist second, Susan founded the widely followed design blog back in 2009, The Zhush, which she still keeps up with today discussing interior design trends and styles. After 10 years of writing about design, she decided to “return to her roots” and start painting again. Finding her

inspiration through things like nature, ancient myths, the human body, and meditation, her artwork is lovely and calming, like a breath of fresh (and very clean) air. Here, we talked all things interior design.

ASHLEY: WHAT IS YOUR SPECIALTY?

Susan: I would say my specialty is zhushing the final touches to a room. To “zhush” a room is to bring in all the little touches and details which help pull a final design together.

A: HOW CAN WE MAKE OUR HOME FEEL LIKE OUR OWN, REFLECTIVE OF OUR PERSONALITY?

S: Original art is one of the best ways to make your home your own. From a favorite color to inspiring places you’ve traveled, you can really express yourself through the art choices you make for your space. Art can tell a story about the homeowner’s tastes. When you surround yourself with the things and pieces that really speak to you, your home will convey a true sense of who you are.

A: WHERE CAN READERS FIND UNIQUE PIECES TO MAKE THEIR SPACE FEEL PERSONALIZED?

S: There are so many great resources. My art on my site for starters! Available at Bespoke Designs in Westport and Behind The Hedge in Fairfield. Both shops also offer a plethora of chic home decor pieces. Locally and online, The Local Vault is a great source for vintage and unique pieces. I also love to peruse Etsy — it’s a great one-stopshop for finding almost anything for your home.

A: WHAT ARE THE DESIGN TRENDS FOR 2023?

S: Less cookie cutter style and more individualistic style will be a big theme this year. Think decorating with meaningful items and opting for your own taste over trends. I also think we’ll see a return to closed floor plans with a focus on cozier, smaller spaces.

A: HOW CAN WE INCORPORATE THE “INDIVIDUAL STYLE” TREND IN A WAY THAT FEELS AUTHENTIC TO US?

S: You should think about your own tastes, likes, and even dislikes. From there, you can think of interesting and creative ways to incorporate these ideas into your homes. From coffee table books to colorful throw pillows to, of course, my favorite, original artwork, there are so many ways to let your personality shine through in your home.

You can find Susan’s original art on her website, suedechiaraart.com , where she has been creating art for the past five years.

IG: @zhush and @suedechiara

“Original art is one of the best ways to make your home your own. From a favorite color to inspiring places you’ve traveled, you can really express yourself through the art choices you make.”

THE MOST

IMPORTANT MEAL OF THE DAY

The Benefits of Eating Breakfast

ARTICLE BY CECE REEDER

Breakfast is deemed as ‘the most important meal of the day’ for a reason! Current evidence states that those who start their day off with breakfast consume a more nutritious diet, and are found to be at a decreased risk for chronic diseases.

Our brain function relies on carbohydrates, and when we sleep – our body relies on our storage form of carbohydrates to sustain us throughout the night. However, by the time we wake up, that supply is limited, and our body requires that we ‘break the fast’ that we were in while asleep. Prolonging this fast until midday limits the brain’s function and ability to work at peak performance. Thus, breakfast helps prevent brain fog, allowing a more decisive and better decision making.

Research suggests that starting the day off with a balanced meal allows for better decision making in food choices, and may even prevent feelings of uncontrolled craving for less nutritious foods later on in the day.

A QUICK AND EASY ADDITION TO SPRUCE UP YOUR BREAKFAST: MUESLI

What is muesli? Muesli is essentially unbaked granola! When preparing granola, a source of sugar, such as honey, must be used for the granola to cluster. Although granola is delicious and certainly a great option to include in moderation, swapping it out for muesli reduces the amount of added sugar included in your breakfast.

Muesli can be purchased at most grocery stores, but making your own muesli at home allows for customization! See my go-to muesli recipe below. The amount that I include for each ingredient typically varies depending on how long I want the muesli to

last (depending on the ingredients included, it can be good for about 6 months in an airtight container, and even longer if stored in the refrigerator!)

Enjoy some foods that are in season this month!

YOUR MARCH PRODUCE GUIDE:

• Apples

• Asparagus

• Avocados

• Bananas

• Broccoli

• Brussels Sprouts

• Cabbage

• Cauliflower

• Citrus

• Pineapple

• Sweet Onions

• Radishes

RECIPE MUESLI RECIPE:

INGREDIENTS

• 3.5 cups of rolled oats

• .25 cup of chia seeds

• .5 cup of sliced almonds or chopped walnuts

• .25 cup of sunflower seeds

• .5 cup of dried fruit (I usually circulate between raisins, dried cranberries, and/or chopped dates)

WAYS TO ENJOY MUESLI:

Muesli is a great addition to breakfast; it is a source of whole grains because of the rolled oats, and the nuts contribute as a good source of dietary fat, so I typically try to add a protein source to it.

1. Enjoy as cereal! Combine muesli with milk and top with slices of bananas

2. Use it as a crunchy topping to your favorite yogurt

3. Turn it into overnight oats

4. Slice apples in circles, add your nutbutter of choice, and sprinkle with muesli

Don’t let your mind bully your body.

ALEXIS MEYTIN IS A LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER AND IS THE FOUNDER OF MEYTIN WELLNESS LOCATED IN STAMFORD, CT.

“Are you struggling with an increase in anxiety, obsessive thinking, or guilt around food? Do you feel as though your relationship with food is keeping you from living the life you want? If so, you are not alone. I’ve been there and I am here to help you on your journey to recovery and push through that perfectionism. I have training in the treatment of eating disorders at the inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, and outpatient levels of care. I am prepared to help you neutralize your thoughts around food. In a safe space I will help you explore, process, and overcome the negative thoughts to regain control of your life.” -

Alexis Meytin

CATCHING UP WITH YASHMIN LLOYDS

A local powerhouse real estate agent

$70 million in sales in 2022 landed local and powerhouse real estate star, Yashmin Lloyds the #1 producing spot in Compass’ Greenwich office for individual sales in 2022. Greenwich Lifestyle sat down to learn more about Yashmin and her real estate business as well as her connection to the Greenwich community.

Yashmin grew up in Boston and studied Sociology at McGill University before moving to New York City to begin her career in hotel sales and marketing. Her success in real estate stems from the hospitality market, where she honed her communication

and negotiation skills while establishing high standards of service. These skills served her well throughout the covid real estate chaos and in many bidding wars and serious negotiation wins for her clients.

She developed a keen understanding of luxury brand marketing while working with Four Seasons and Starwood Hotels and Resorts, and later became the Director of Sales and Marketing for Rosewood Hotels and Resorts. Yashmin expanded Rosewood’s corporate sales program and worked closely with prominent clients in the financial and entertainment industries, including Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, Sony, and Universal Studios.

A Fairfield County resident for thirteen years, Yashmin began her real estate career in the Rowayton/Darien market. Her husband, a commercial and residential developer, is a Greenwich native and they returned to town

nine years ago. Yashmin is an active member of the community with a deep understanding of each distinct neighborhood and the various programs/amenities available to young families.

Yashmin is also a mother of three boys (13-year-old twins and 16) enrolled at Brunswick School, her familiarity with Greenwich’s private and public educational offerings is an asset to her clients. She is known for not only helping clients find their dream home but for also guiding them throughout their transition to Greenwich. Clients consider her their little black book! She loves to continue to provide them guidance beyond the real estate transaction.

'Create the things you wish existed' rings true for Yashmin as she became the realtor that she wished she had when coming to Greenwich. She's very involved in the community through her work with the Greenwich Historical Society and her love of the town.

“‘Create the things you wish existed’ rings true for Yashmin as she became the realtor that she wished she had when coming to Greenwich.”

Yashmin with her husband David and their boys Max, Asher and Eli

Custom, Timeless, Elegance

CULNOVA FLAGSHIP ARRIVES IN PORT CHESTER

PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARIA GRAZIA FACCIOLA PHOTOGRAPHY

Custom, Timeless, Elegance. Three words that describe Culnova Kitchens. With finishes imported directly from Italy and Spain and a best-of-both-worlds approach, you can order custom design and delivery within 8-10 weeks.

Culnova has a wide variety of selected European finishes that are all stocked in the U.S. This allows Culnova to have the shortest lead and production time in the industry and for projects to have endless combinations.

Luxus HG is for high gloss finishes, both for laminate and full lacquer doors.

Setosa is for matter and super matte finishes for laminate with soft touch matte and full lacquer doors.

Textura is their line for everything textured. Including wood laminates and Italian wood veneers that can be stained to get a custom finish.

Vetro is a line for glass doors with over 20 different glass finishes to choose from and more than 10 different frame thicknesses and color finishes.

Corium is the new luxurious and sustainable leather option. With this option you are able to discover leather cabinetry, leather wall panels, leather countertops, all fabricated in-house by their talented artisans.

All Culnova cabinets are manufactured in the USA, with the best raw materials from Spain and Italy. The millwork cabinetry is

made 100% European panels and not European inspired materials. A leading door-production program, which uses state-of-the-art German and Italian technologies for doors and sequence-matching grain for wood veneer and laminate doors Cabinets are manufactured with panels that are antibacterial-treated, moisture-resistant, with elegant linen finish for the cabinet interiors, which are currently the market’s standard for high-end contemporary kitchens, both standard and custom-size cabinet programs that cover most of your professional clients’ needs.

One of the greatest parts of working with Culnova is the technology component to their factory. With the ability to see what the kitchen will look like in your home in a 3D rendering on a computer screen you can mix and match different materials until have built the perfect space.

To learn more about Culnova you can visit their website at Culnova.com and schedule a private appointment.

CUSTOMIZATION:

The team of in-house designers will work with you to meet all your needs.

SUPPORT DURING THE PROCESS:

From the moment you become a client with Culnova, they provide you with updates, answer any questions and give you quality technical assistance during every stage of your project.n

FAST PRODUCTION PROCESS:

Your time is valuable. Just because you’re getting high quality, doesn’t mean you should have to wait for it.

“All Culnova cabinets are manufactured in the USA, with the best raw materials from Spain and Italy. The millwork cabinetry is made 100% European panels and not European inspired materials.”

A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.

MARCH 11TH Safe Boating Course

GREENWICH POLICE HQ | 11 BRUCE PLACE, GREENWICH | 9:00 AM

Andy Cummings, Educational Officer for the America’s Boating Club of Greenwich, and his team of expert instructors will give the basic boating course required for the CT Safe Boating Certificate. Learn about general boat handling, safe towing, docking, anchoring, radio NEW VHF/ DSC, ropes, cleats, and knots!

To register, go online to https://www. tinyurl.com/SBCMarch1123 or email GreenwichSquadron@gmail.com

MARCH 11TH Shamrock Stroll Harbor Point

STAMFORD, CT | 12:00 PM

Join in on Harbor Point’s beloved 5K fun run! St. Patrick’s Day costumes are appreciated!

MARCH 18TH-19TH Ephemera Fair

1800 E PUTNAM AVENUE OLD GREENWICH, CT | 10:00 AM

Join the Ephemera Society of America (ESA) and attend the Ephemera Fair, bringing together the finest gathering of paper specialists and collectors in the world. The ESA fair features more than 75 exhibitors , offering a wide array of materials that range from trade cards and photographs to textile swatches, tobacco tins, radio premiums, vinyl records, and much more.

MARCH

Lucky’s St. Patrick’s Day Crawl

85 WOODSIDE STREET STAMFORD, CT 06905 | 4:00 PM

The 6th Annual Lucky’s St. Patrick’s Day Crawl! - Don’t Miss The Luckiest Party Of The Year!

Greenwich St. Patrick's Day Parade

GREENWICH, CT | 2:00 PM

Greenwich Hibernian Association is sponsoring their annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade! The parade will form at the Greenwich, Connecticut Town Hall at 101 Field Point Road,Greenwich, CT and march down Greenwich Avenue.

Comedy Night in the Backspace

137 ETHAN ALLEN HIGHWAY RIDGEFIELD, CT 06877 | 6:30 PM

The Backspace transforms into a comedy club for one night only! Hosted by the hilarious Kevin Fitzgerald, featuring Frank Vignola and Kareem Blue. 1st beer, wine, or soft drink included for each guest!

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The Bespoke Designs

wedding registry

Bespoke Designs is now offering the complete registry package for the bride-to-be! Their new registry experts live for love stories and will help you create a registry with spectacular items from across the world that reflects your style, personality, and dreams.

Starting with an initial style consultation, your dedicated registry specialist will work one-on-one with you to create look books and mood boards so you’ll have a visual reference to keep your selections focused. Bespoke Designs will create a custom registry experience that caters to your needs and recognizes the new chapter of life you’re about to enjoy.

01 Mix and match tones of soft blue, pearl and grey with Makassar and Arcades from Deshoulieres. // 02 A bold graphic look in blue and white dinnerware from Ginori and a William Yeoward vase and flatware. // 03 Bespoke Designs’ crystal Tulip Stemware Collection offers a refined look in statement glasses. // 04 Add a twist to traditional gifts with William Yeoward crystal, vintage hotel silver and Iris and Bella Candlesticks. // 05 Modern chic to dress up or down with dinnerware and refined flatware from Alain St Joanis.