It’s been seventeen years since we first introduced our annual Best of the Gold Coast issue. And although—or perhaps, because—the world has changed in unprecedented ways we are thrilled to celebrate your top picks for where to dine, shop, primp, party and play.
WINE BAR
Harvest Wine Bar
Photograph: Julie Bidwell
For the owners of Harvest, life is wine. This gorgeous restaurant (one in Greenwich, a second recently opened in...
ESTATE JEWELRY
Peter Suchy Jewelers
Photograph: Bruce Plotkin
If you have a passion for the craftsmanship and style of earlier days, you know exactly where to go...
WOMEN’S SALON
Noble Salon
Photograph: Julie Bidwell
Curly and frizzy or fine and flyaway, hair presents a challenge each morning, and it is a huge part of...
BRIDAL GOWNS
A Little Something White Bridal Couture
A Little Something White Bridal Couture is the wedding and bridesmaid dress shop with a big role in...
OUTDOOR FURNITURE
Patio.com
Photograph: Gloster Furniture
Psst…it’s safe to come out. The weather in New England is fine, and very few pleasures beat the moments spent with...
FITNESS STUDIO
Orangetheory Fitness
You love a high-energy workout, but you could use a push from a trainer and motivation from a group of fellow fitness...
PERFORMING ARTS
Stamford Symphony
Take the edge off of life with the beautiful and inspired performances of the Stamford Symphony. The ensemble of musicians also...
NEW RESTAURANT
The Cottage
The new standard for restaurants: perfect ambiance; attentive and knowledgable service; a tantalizing menu matched by what is served; and a creative,...
DESSERTS
DiMare Pastry Shop
Photograph: Andrew Sullivan
Fairfield County sure is sweet on DiMare. Aside from winning best bakery, the family-owned bake shop also won for best desserts...
GALA BLACK-TIE ATTIRE
Mitchells/Richards
Certain social gatherings call for your best look. So when you’re deciding on what to wear for the event circled in red...