London Highlights Inspired by “The Crown”
Just as Downton Abbey started to fade from the headlines, a new British production, The Crown, took its place. While not as fanciful or entertaining as the comings and goings… Read More
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In the Garden: Designing with Stone
In 2002 I photographed this garden for my first book, Private Newport: At Home and in the Garden. I remember making a mental note to check in on it over… Read More
13 Reasons to Celebrate Summer in Newport
It’s official — summer is here! And it’s a pretty good bet that sooner or later you will find yourself in our magical “City by the Sea” (or dreaming of… Read More
A Nantucket Thanksgiving, Vintage Bon Appetit
When I joined Bon Appétit many years ago as a contributing editor, my first “Entertaining with Style” Thanksgiving feature was a friend of a friend’s family on Nantucket. It is… Read More
Family Estate Champagnes: The Latest Foodie Fave!
Every year, I think of ways to make each year’s holiday dinner celebration extra special. I strategize, research and mull over new side dishes, decorations, place cards, linens…paying special attention… Read More
Downton Abbey Comes to Newport: A Weekend of Coaching
The dramatic and much-anticipated production that is Coaching Weekend returns to Newport in just a few days. For your pleasure, here is a preview, straight from the pages of my… Read More
Tailgate Picnicking at Newport Polo
Like so many things in Newport, equestrian pursuits have a colorful history here. The lush acreage where the Newport International Polo Series is now played was the former Glen Farm of… Read More