People, Places & Privileged Precincts Part 1
Having been a house guest a few times this summer, as well as a hostess,…
The Making of a Mini Vegetable Garden
What are two young darlings to do when dwelling in the eighth oldest home in…
Hydrangeas: Summer Favorites
Hydrangeas are usually such an iconic flower in Newport but for the last two years…
Innisfree Garden in Nantucket
On a small peninsula on the northern coast of Nantucket is a view so compelling…
Window Boxes of Nantucket
When I landed in Nantucket, navigating my way through the charming narrow streets of downtown…
Blue and White: At Home in Newport
With all the focus on the use of blue and white in today’s world of…
Newport for Children: Adventures, Outings and Activities
Our gorgeous summer weather provides opportunities galore for children of all ages (as well as…
48 Hours in Newport
Newport, Rhode Island is a magical play land in the summertime – and a destination…
Mark D. Sikes: A Private Newport Experience
One never quite knows what to anticipate when meeting someone of near “legend” status. Mark…
She’s Back! Iris Apfel in Newport
Iris loves Newport! After her visit last summer she decided she wanted to return for…
Edith Wharton’s Summer Home in Newport
Festivities and fireworks started early this year at Private Newport when Town & Country kicked…
Fêtes des Fleurs at Parterre
The Newport Flower Show theme this year at Rosecliff — Fêtes des Fleurs — might…
June in Newport: All About Roses
The Newport Flower Show has just passed and I’m reminded again how gorgeous the roses…
Summer Sips with Panache
The world of today and its fascination with “Lifestyle” has introduced some new takes on…
Wit and Whimsy in the Garden
I just welcomed my first garden visitors of the summer, the lovely ladies of the…