Enjoy an evening of coastal-inspired food, drinks, music, and community impact during the 4th Annual Flavors of Hope benefiting Children in Placement on Friday, October 2, at 6:30 pm. Held at the beachfront Penfield Pavilion, the evening features unlimited coastal-inspired bites, wine, spirits, and signature cocktails, along with lively entertainment and a silent auction featuring ... Read more
New Haven’s celebrated food scene comes to life during this guided culinary walking tour, offered on April 25, June 13, October 3, and December 12, 2026 from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm. Tours depart from the Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, 155 Temple Street, New Haven, CT 06510. Led by food columnist and hospitality ... Read more
The Art + Design Gala Reception 2026 opens an annual exhibition pairing local interior design professionals with artists from Metro Art Studios. Designers will create their own interpretations of a “white room challenge,” highlighting their design styles while showcasing fine art as a focal point in an interior setting. The gala reception takes place Saturday, ... Read more
Step back into 18th-century Wilton for an evening inspired by the town’s historic taverns and inns. Colonial Tavern Night returns to the Wilton Historical Society on Saturday, October 3, from 6 pm to 8:30 pm, transforming the museum into a one-night-only tavern experience. Taverns played an important role in colonial communities, serving as places to ... Read more
James Beard Award-winning chef Scott Conant will join a lineup of Connecticut chefs and restaurants for an event exploring the state’s connection to food television and culinary tourism. The gathering takes place Monday, October 5, from 3 to 5 pm at the Stamford Museum & Nature Center in Stamford. Featured culinary personalities include Tyler Anderson ... Read more
Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch during Hot Food Thursdays at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center. Every Thursday from 11 am to 2 pm, the Pequot Café features a rotating Chef's Special, offering guests a delicious new meal to enjoy each week. Prepared fresh and served on a first-come, first-served basis, the weekly special ... Read more
The 16th Annual Brew-Ski Fest returns to Salisbury on Sunday, October 11, from 1 to 4 pm at Satre Hill. Presented by Stateline Wine and Spirits, the fall fundraiser features more than 25 craft breweries, cideries, and spirit makers, along with live music, food, and the annual Ski Jump Golf Ball Roll. Set against the ... Read more
Discover the folklore behind Connecticut’s mysterious creatures during a Lunch and Learn program at the Mattatuck Museum on Wednesday, October 14, from noon to 1 pm. Author Patrick Scalisi and artist Valerie Ruby-Omen will discuss their book, Connecticut Cryptids, sharing research into stories of unusual creatures reported throughout the state. The presentation will introduce the ... Read more
Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch during Hot Food Thursdays at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center. Every Thursday from 11 am to 2 pm, the Pequot Café features a rotating Chef's Special, offering guests a delicious new meal to enjoy each week. Prepared fresh and served on a first-come, first-served basis, the weekly special ... Read more
Celebrity chef Carla Hall visits the Apple Barrel Farm Market for a signing of her new cookbook, Carla Bakes, followed by a live recipe demonstration featuring a dish from the book. The signing runs Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 5 pm to 6:30 pm, with the demonstration at 6:30 pm. The event is free to ... Read more
