With their dramatic blooms and coastal charm, hydrangeas are the signature flower of a Connecticut summer. Here’s how to care for them in May and June to ensure they’re bursting with color by the Fourth of July.

Plan the perfect Memorial Day gathering with our Connecticut Shoreline-inspired guide to hosting, style, decor, and recipes. From backyard barbecues to patriotic tablescapes, this is your go-to source for summer entertaining.

Honor and remember this Memorial Day with parades and ceremonies across the Connecticut Shoreline. From Old Saybrook to East Lyme, find out where to pay tribute and celebrate with your community.

There’s no sweeter way to celebrate the Fourth of July on the Connecticut shoreline than with Ina Garten’s beloved Flag Cake. We recreated the classic with a few local twists—including fresh-picked berries and shoreline party tips.

From sweeping American sagas to heartfelt new releases, these 12 bestselling books are the perfect reads for a Memorial Day weekend on the Connecticut shoreline.

From the boldest raid in Long Island Sound to secret spy networks and the homes of Founding-era leaders, the Connecticut shoreline played a vital role in America’s fight for independence. Here are the sites where history still lives.

Explore the best art galleries and museums along the Connecticut shoreline—from historic Impressionist hubs to contemporary galleries, plus art walks, workshops, and seasonal festivals.

From its flagship in Mystic to Niantic, Watch Hill, and Mohegan Sun, Sift Bake Shop delivers French pastry excellence with New England flair. Helmed by award-winning chef Adam Young, this beloved bakery is rewriting the rules of shoreline indulgence.

Looking for the best flower shops on the Connecticut Shoreline? Whether you're after hand-tied wildflowers, garden roses, or a custom bouquet for Mother’s Day, these florists bring timeless beauty to every stem.

Looking for a luxurious spa day? These seven top-rated spas along—and just beyond—the Connecticut shoreline deliver expert treatments, plush amenities, and true relaxation.

As spring blooms and Mother's Day approaches, it's the perfect time to treat the women who hold it all together. Whether you're planning a garden brunch, a stroll through a quaint town, or simply looking to spoil her at home, this curated list has you covered. From timeless wardrobe staples to thoughtful home accents, these gifts will help her feel cherished all season long. Because nothing says love like a little seasonal charm—wrapped up just for her.

From garden walks in Waterford to vineyard brunches in Clinton, this guide to Mother’s Day on the Connecticut Shoreline has everything you need to celebrate the women who make life beautiful.

Derby Day calls for more than mint juleps. From lavender bourbon smashes to shoreline spritzes with local rosé, these five cocktail recipes—crafted with ingredients like Connecticut honey and herbs—bring coastal charm to Kentucky’s most iconic race day.

From casual lobster shacks to upscale coastal cuisine, these top waterfront dining spots on the Connecticut shoreline combine fresh seafood with stunning views for the ultimate New England dining experience.

Bring the taste of a Connecticut summer to your kitchen with our step-by-step guide to making the perfect warm, buttery lobster roll at home. Fresh lobster, toasted buns, and rich butter—no mayo required.

Learn how to swap sugar for local maple syrup in your cooking and baking. Plus: how to tap a maple tree, boil sap the right way, and explore Connecticut’s centuries-old sugaring tradition.

The perfect lobster roll deserves the perfect sip. From coastal craft beers to local wines and classic Foxon Park sodas, discover the best Connecticut beverages to pair with your next shoreline seafood feast.

Looking for the best margaritas in Connecticut? From oceanfront decks to cozy coastal cantinas, the Connecticut shoreline is shaking up some of the finest margaritas around. Here’s where to find salt-rimmed perfection from New Haven to Mystic.

Craving the best lobster roll in Connecticut? We’ve mapped out the ultimate shoreline stops — from Noank to Clinton — serving up buttery, fresh lobster perfection.

Come fiesta on the Shoreline! You don’t have to travel all the way to Mexico for a taste of authentic Mexican inspired cuisine. From cantinas to food trucks, the Shoreline has some of the best Southwestern-style restaurants in the Northeast.