Holy Guacamole: Danbury Hosts Connecticut's First Ever Taco Festival Holy Guacamole: Danbury Hosts Connecticut's First Ever Taco Festival
Holy Guacamole: Danbury Hosts Connecticut's First Ever Taco Festival DANBURY, Conn. -- For the first time ever, Danbury will host what's being billed as "The 1st Annual Connecticut Taco Festival." And if you book before July 4, you can get a 20 percent ticket discount. The event, set for Saturday, August 26 at the Danbury Ice Arena, will feature a variety of taco selections from restaurants and food trucks around Connecticut, frozen margaritas, tequila and Mexican beer, Lucha Libre Wrestling featuring Rey Mysterio and Jerry Lawler, taco-eating contests, live music, performances, kid’s activities, vendors and more. Restaurants involved so far includ…
Looking For Fireworks? Find A Display Near Wilton Looking For Fireworks? Find A Display Near Wilton
Looking For Fireworks? Find A Display Near Wilton FAIRFIELD County, Conn. — It's not yet July, but crowds can already begin to enjoy Independence Day fireworks.  The summer's fireworks begin Saturday, with many shows scheduled across Fairfield County through the Fourth of July.    Here is the schedule — be sure to mark the date:  Saturday, June 24th Bridgeport: Barnum Festival at the Seaside Park at 9 p.m. (No rain date) Danbury: Candlewood Lake at the Town Park at Dusk. (Rain date is June 25.) Easton: Aspetuck Country Club at 9:30 p.m.  Friday, June 30th Danbury: Danbury Fair Mall, 7 Backus Ave., dusk (Rain date is July 3.) Ridgef…
Put Westport's Pop-Up Arts Fair On Your Radar This Weekend Put Westport's Pop-Up Arts Fair On Your Radar This Weekend
Put Westport's Pop-Up Arts Fair On Your Radar This Weekend WESTPORT, Conn. -- Like supporting local art and looking for something to do this weekend?  Check out the "pop-up" Contemporary Arts Fair at Bedford Square in downtown Westport where you'll find a host of artwork from seven area art galleries as well as Fairfield County artists. The event, sponsored by The Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County (CAFC) in collaboration with the Silvermine Arts Center,  runs through Sunday. 
'Voice' Winner Sawyer Fredericks To Perform At Monroe's Wolfe Park 'Voice' Winner Sawyer Fredericks To Perform At Monroe's Wolfe Park
'Voice' Winner Sawyer Fredericks To Perform At Monroe's Wolfe Park MONROE, Conn. --  Sawyer Fredericks, a singer/songwriter who won the eighth season of "The Voice" in 2015 (Pharrell Williams was his coach) will perform Friday, June 23, at Monroe’s Wolfe Park. The event begins at 7:30 p.m. and is part of The Arts in the Park concert series, a program of the Monroe Parks and Recreation Department.  Fredericks, 18, is originally from Newtown. According to Wikipedia, since his win, he's set series iTunes sales records with his original songs. He also holds honors, along with fellow "Voice" contestant Danielle Bradbery, as the youngest to w…
Meet A 'Chopped' Chef At Farm-To-Table Event In Sherman Meet A 'Chopped' Chef At Farm-To-Table Event In Sherman
Meet A 'Chopped' Chef At Farm-To-Table Event In Sherman SHERMAN, Conn. --  A "Chopped" champion and other superstar chefs from across North America will be in town, literally down on the farm, for a collaborative tasting dinner.  "Chefs’ Night Out on the Farm," set for 5 p.m. Saturday, July 1 in Sherman, is an exclusive dining event featuring six top chefs from Austin, Toronto, NYC and the Hudson Valley (including repeat winner of the popular Food Channel cooking competition show "Chopped."). Guests will be treated to a six-course tasting menu done in an open kitchen setting. Chefs include: Rich Parente, from Cloc…
2 Tons Of Fun: Monroe Church Dishes Up Its Annual Strawberry Festival 2 Tons Of Fun: Monroe Church Dishes Up Its Annual Strawberry Festival
2 Tons Of Fun: Monroe Church Dishes Up Its Annual Strawberry Festival MONROE, Conn. — Monroe will welcome summer with the 46th edition of its annual Strawberry Festival on the Monroe Green this weekend. The old-fashioned festival run by the Monroe Congregational Church will dish up over 2 tons of tasty treats featuring the fresh fruit. The modern Strawberry Festival follows a tradition started in the late 1800s.  What's your favorite way to enjoy strawberries? Some of the choices include freshly picked strawberries served in a tasty shortcake, whole berry pies, smoothies and chocolate-dipped creations, along with the award-winning strawberry jams.  There are …
It's A Homecoming As Deep Banana Blackout Hits The Stage In Fairfield It's A Homecoming As Deep Banana Blackout Hits The Stage In Fairfield
It's A Homecoming As Deep Banana Blackout Hits The Stage In Fairfield FAIRFIELD, Conn. — Deep Banana Blackout, one of Connecticut’s favorite funk bands, will have a homecoming of sorts June 16, when it takes the stage at Fairfield Theatre Company’s The Warehouse. The group, which features a full horn section and a soulful groove, has played several sold-out shows at FTC’s smaller Stage One, but this will be their debut at the much-larger Warehouse. The show will feature a special tribute to Allman Brothers Band leader Gregg Allman, who died recently. “The passing of Gregg Allman hit home for all of us,” said guitarist/vocalist James “Fuzz” San Giovanni. “We …
Westport Spa Celebrates One Year In Biz With Giveaways, Discounts Westport Spa Celebrates One Year In Biz With Giveaways, Discounts
Westport Spa Celebrates One Year In Biz With Giveaways, Discounts WESTPORT, Conn. -- New Beauty & Wellness, a state-of-the-art luxury spa, is celebrating its first anniversary on Thursday, June 15, with discounts, giveaways, complimentary consultations, demonstrations and signature smoothies. The special event goes from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and includes  15 percent off all day spa services (massage, facial or body treatment) booked for that day. Giveaways of treatments and products, including a Restorative Journey, Signature Facial, one area of BOTOX, and one SculpSure treatment, as well as a Naturopathica Body and Tea Basket, a line of Environ products…
Time To Explore: Open House Day Offers Deals, Fun Across Fairfield County Time To Explore: Open House Day Offers Deals, Fun Across Fairfield County
Time To Explore: Open House Day Offers Deals, Fun Across Fairfield County FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. — As part of a daylong statewide celebration of all things Connecticut, more than 200 attractions across the Nutmeg State will throw open their doors for free or discounted visits on Saturday.  The event — Connecticut Open House Day — is a great way to discover something new in Connecticut or to rediscover an old favorite.  Here is a town-by-town list of Fairfield County attractions that are participating, (Click on the name for its website):  Bethel  Bethel Historical Society: Free admission noon until 5 p.m., with a presentation by Bethel’s town historian. Brid…
Is Your Fav Chef On The List? Greenwich Food Fest Highlights Local Talent Is Your Fav Chef On The List? Greenwich Food Fest Highlights Local Talent
Is Your Fav Chef On The List? Greenwich Food Fest Highlights Local Talent GREENWICH, Conn. -- Talk about a stellar class of 2017.  The Greenwich Wine + Food Festival has just released its "Most Innovative Chef" list for this year. Members include: Carlos Baez of The Spread in South Norwalk Lisa and Steve Maronian of Sweet Lisa’s Exquisite Cakes in Cos Cob Mike Pietrafaso of Ada’s Kitchen + Coffee in Riverside Brad Spence of Amis Trattoria in Westport Ian Vest of Back 40 Kitchen in Greenwich Marc Weber of On the Marc Catering in Stamford Also, Food Network’s Alex Guarnaschelli is confirmed to return, joining celebrity chefs Scott Conant and Adam Richman…
Shop, Save & Support: Westport Woman's Club Holds Sale At Curio Cottage Shop, Save & Support: Westport Woman's Club Holds Sale At Curio Cottage
Shop, Save & Support: Westport Woman's Club Holds Sale At Curio Cottage WESTPORT, Conn. -- Support a local charity and get a deal in the process.Curio Cottage at the Westport Woman's Club is having a sale starting today through Saturday, June 10. All profits support area charities and everything is half-price, including glassware, jewelry, vases, artwork, collectibles and more.Curio Cottage is at 44 Imperial Ave., (203) 227-4240; details on sale at www.westportwomansclub.org.
Westport Farmers Market Teams With Eileen Fisher For Pop-Up Event Saturday Westport Farmers Market Teams With Eileen Fisher For Pop-Up Event Saturday
Westport Farmers Market Teams With Eileen Fisher For Pop-Up Event Saturday WESTPORT, Conn. -- The best of food and fashion will be on display thanks to a partnership between Eileen Fisher and The Westport Farmers’ Market. The  Pop-Up event, on Saturday, June 3, will be held at the Eileen Fisher store at 160 Main St. in Westport from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Expect a host of farmers market vendors such as Sport Hill Farm; Jane’s Good Food; Huckleberry Artisan Pastries and the Stapes High School Culinary Program.  A portion of the proceeds from the sale of Eileen Fisher items will go to support the farmers market.  The Eileen Fisher brand is known for its commitment to soc…