Spring 2017 at Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets

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Savings and Specials for Clinton Crossing Spring Fashion

There's so much going on this spring at Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets that I hardly know where to begin!

A few weeks ago I was invited to their spring preview event and had a chance to talk to so many of the merchants there and found out there's some great savings and fabulous fashions to be found!

In addition to seeing some great spring looks, we learned about all the happenings at Clinton Crossing - so many great spring specials like the Susan Komen More Thank Pink Campaign (read about it HERE) that offers UNBELIEVABLE savings, the Artisan Market (see more HERE) held one day a month through October, and the Return of the Gourmet Food Trucks (read it HERE) where you can catch some delicious food while you shop and nosh!

Here are some of the spring fashions available now at Clinton Cross that we previewed!

At Dooney and Bourke Factory Outlet Center

Originating in 1975 in Norwalk CT, Dooney & Bourke creates accessories and are best known for their timeless American style with attention to craftsmanship. I had two favorite purses from their display, the cream colored one, because of its clean and classic lines, and the smaller key lime toned chain purse because of its spring-like color!

Dooney and Bourke  Factory Store at
Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets

Dooney and Bourke  Factory Store at
Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets

At Bass Factory Outlets

GH Bass is known for shoes - but they also manufacture apparel and accessories. A New England mainstay since 1876, this Maine manufacturer has a reputation for quality, comfort, and durability. I fell in love with these turquoise flip flops, but ended up purchasing them in hot pink and white!

Bass Shoes at
Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets

Bass Clothing at
Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets

At Chico's Factory Outlet

Chico's motto is to make women look as great as they feel. Founded in 1983 as a small boutique selling Mexican folk art and cotton sweaters on Sanibel Island in Florida. Their factory outlet center lives and breathes the Chico's motto with helpful sales associates that help every women feel fabulous with their colorful accessories and ultra-chic clothing.

Chico's Colorful Clothing
at Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets

Chico's at Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets

Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Saks Off Fifth offers the labels you love and discount designer clothing, handbags, and more. The first part of the store I always head to is their amazing shoe selection and look at the navy and white Jack Rogers I found!

Jack Rogers at Saks Off Fifth
Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets

Clinton Crossing has more than clothing and accessory stores - they are also home to some great stores like Le Creuset, Swarovski Crystal, Sunglass Hut, Lindt Chocolate, Vera Bradley, Yankee Candle AND MORE!

See the complete list of stores HERE

At Lindt Chocolates

Gourmet Chocolates from Lindt
at Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets

At Yankee Candle

Beautiful Gift Sets from Yankee Candle
at Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets

Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets

20 Killingworth Turnpike
Clinton, CT, 06413

Disclaimer: I was invited to this spring fashion preview by members of Clinton Crossing's marketing and management team, however all view expressed are my own.

The post Spring 2017 at Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets first appeared on Home Place on May 14, 2017. 

© Home Place 2017

Mother's Day at "The Fez" in Stamford CT

Spend Mother's Day at The Fez in Stamford

Treat mom to a little bit of pizzazz 

in Stamford's own "The Fez" on Summer Street.

Sunday, May 14

11:00am - 3:00pm

Photo Courtesy Bird Social Media and The Fez

The Fez is now accepting reservations for Mother's Day Brunch.

Nothing says "Mother's Day" more than the gift of family time! We all know Mom deserves a day out with family, friends, and loved ones! Take her where she'll be treated like royalty and enjoy a delicious meal.

Live Music featured:

The Broadbelt Duo will serenade you with their a bravura performance of Latin, Flamenco and Classical guitar sounds. Coming to the Fez from Brooklyn, the duo has played for audiences at The Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art, Jazz at the Smithsonian in DC, The United Nations, Rockefeller Center, and Lincoln Center. And now they're playing for YOU!

Here's what's on the menu for Mother's Day

Starters:

Parfait fresh berries layered between vanilla bean-infused yogurt topped with honey $8

Deviled Eggs spices and flavors from around the world with fresh fruit $10

Shrimp Cocktail with house-made Moroccan 7-spice sauce $12

Muffins freshly baked mini muffins served with strawberry infused butter $8

Salads

The Fez Salad grilled veggies with arugula, pine nuts, and flamed goat cheese
with almond pesto dressing $12

Kale and Spinach baby kale and baby spinach with candied walnuts, carrots, cucumber, hearts of palm, dried figs, cranberry vinaigrette $12

Main Dishes

Fez Breakfast three eggs to order, with rosemary home fries, olives, merguez sausage and buttered toasted pita bread $14

Moroccan Eggs Benedict served on a buttered pita with lamb and hollandaise sauce and roasted fingerling potatoes $12

Chicken Shwarma Breakfast Wrap our famous marinated grilled chicken with haloumi cheese, scrambled eggs, tomato salsa, and potatoes $14

Roast Leg of Lamb freshly carved lamb, rich wine reduction, with herbroasted potatoes and garlic sautéed spinach $18

Desserts

Briwats House Specialty North African variation of baklava, but even better! $9

Martini Clad Cinnamon Caramel Ice Cream served in a martini glass, 3 large scoops of ice cream with fresh mint, & cinnamon stick - whipped cream available please ask server $9


Children welcome with a wonderful menu starting at $6.99

Relax with the Fez's Bottomless Mimosa or Bloody Mary — $14

Happy Mother's Day from The Fez!

Call to reserve (203) 324-3391 

The Fez

227 Summer Street
Stamford CT 06901
(203) 324 - 3391
http://fezeg.com/

About the Fez:

The Fez, downtown Stamford’s popular Moroccan inspired restaurant, eclectic wine bar, and live music locale invites you to be transported to an inviting retreat where the flavors of the spice route meet the sound of music that spans across many genres. The Fez first made its mark on the local dining scene in 2010. Its “Spice Route” cuisine was quickly embraced by those looking for a unique dining experience. The menu is followed up with a refreshingly different wine collection, exclusive spirit infusions, creative cocktails, and a live music program unlike anything Fairfield County has ever seen.

The More Than Pink Campaign at Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets

Susan Komen 

- Be More Than Pink -

(and save 25% on an item)

at Clinton Crossing

Clinton Crossing is hosting the Susan Komen Be More Than Pink Campaign where from April 10th thru May 31st, you can donate $10 to Susan G. Komen at the Mall Office and receive a special discount card offering 25% off one item at over 25 stores at Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets.

I attended a Spring Fashion Event last week at Clinton Crossing where I purchased my "Komen Card" that night and in ONE store alone on ONE pair of sandals saved $7.50!  Of course they were pink! (But that's just a coincidence - really!). Those gorgeous pink flip flops (from Bass) retailed for $29.99 and I received 25% off - for a total of $7.50 off. That's a huge discount!

What a great savings!

I almost feel guilty because I know the more that I use it I'll be saving WAY more than my initial donation. Be sure you purchase one so you can reap some amazing savings too!

Here's a list of participating stores

• Abercrombie & Fitch
• adidas
• Aeropostale
• Banana Republic Factory
• Bass Factory Outlet
• Brooks Brothers Factory Store
• Calvin Klein
• Carter's
• Crocs
• DKNY
• Dooney & Bourke
• Elie Tarari
• Express Factory Outlet
• Fragrance Outlet
• Gap Factory Store
• Hanna Andersson
• J.Crew Factory
• kate spade new york
• Le Creuset
• Levi's Outlet Store
• Maidenform
• Michael Kors
• NAUTICA
• Skechers
• Talbots
• Timberland Factory Outlet
• Tommy Hilfiger
• Under Armour
• Van Heusen - IZOD GOLF
• Yankee Candle

It's really so easy! Just purchase your $10.00 card and visit the participating retailers to see how YOU can save 25% off one item too!

Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets

20 Killingworth Turnpike
Clinton, CT, 06413
http://www.premiumoutlets.com/outlet/clinton-crossing/shop-save-25-and-support-susan-g-komen

Visit the Mall Office or call 860.669.3066 for complete details. Some restrictions apply, see individual stores for details.

The post The More Than Pink Campaign at Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets first appeared on Home Place on May 2, 2017.

NIXS Hartford - New Chef - New Look - New Nixs

NIXS in the Front Street District 

in Hartford CT
unveils New Look

NIXS Hartford location is all set to relaunch with an extensive renovation, an enhanced NEW menu and an elite top chef.
Always ahead of the curve, NIXS Hartford location is looking forward to the grand opening of the downtown UCONN campus and Graduate School this summer, NIXS restaurant in Hartford has recently completed an ambitious $100,000 renovation. The sleek, chic and unique décor features custom-made furniture and booths.  Part of the stunning redesign will include an all new café for takeout salads, sandwiches, pastas and espresso set to open this spring, and a large portion of the investment includes an expanded menu created by the restaurant’s new executive chef.

The popular chef Phil Parisse, formerly of Rizzuto's Restaurant in West Hartford, has put his touch on the menu, and added fresh pasta, gourmet salads, and high-end entrees to NIXS’ award-winning appetizers and contemporary cuisine. Customers can still expect the bar’s signature craft cocktails and extensive microbrew selection. NIXS has also created a new catering division to make any occasion special.  All of the company’s enhancements are captured in its new marketing campaign, appropriately titled:

“New Chef, New Look, New NIXS.”

“The Front Street district is destined to draw even more people with the completion of UCONN,” said Abner Kurtin, Managing Partner of NIXS. "We are relieved that we have settled our outstanding issues ... and plan to be part of the long-term success of the area."  

In addition to NIXS’ significant financial commitment, the partners have closed their South Windsor location in order to focus solely on Hartford. The eatery’s relaunch is designed to attract both old customers, as well as new students and faculty coming to UCONN.

In fact, the restaurant is part of the UCONN welcome celebration, the Big Mo’, on Saturday, May 20th. People can enjoy tours of the campus, music, and food from NIXS and other area restaurants. Proceeds from this event support Riverfront Recapture’s parks, free public events and youth programs, while enhancing the quality of life for all who live, work, stay and learn in Metro Hartford.

NIXS is also partnering with other charities such as Camp Courant and the Greater Hartford Arts Council by supporting their fundraising events.

“From day one we have been committed to making Front Street the most vibrant entertainment complexes in the area,” added Kurtin. "“These improvements show that we are here to stay and are looking forward to an exciting future in the city.” Kurtin noted. 

NIXS is one of the Front Street District's premier dining destinations for modern America small plates, contemporary cuisine, and New England micro brews. NIXS is open weekdays for lunch, happy hour, and dinner. On the weekends join them for dinner starting at 4pm, followed by the best nightlife in the city- live bands, DJ’s, and Connecticut's best craft cocktails.

NIXS Hartford

40 Front Street
Hartford, CT

Visit www.NIXShartford.com or call (860) 373-9400 for more information or to book a private event.

The post NIXS Hartford - New Chef - New Look New Nix first appeared on Home Place on May 2, 2017. Press release courtesy of Alliances by Alisa Media Relations.

Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets Hosts Artisan Market

The "Love It" Artisan Market 

comes to 

Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets

Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets will be hosting the Love It Artisan Market on the first Saturday of each month, from May through October.

Attendees have the opportunity to enjoy gourmet food, live entertainment by Blues N’ Souls, and artisan goods every first Saturday of the month, starting May 6th through October 7th.

 The Love It Artisan Market will offer a wide selection of unique items from 40 different artists such as maple syrup, mushrooms, fruits and vegetables from Chatfield Hollow Farm, artisan bread and treats from Wave Hill Breads, olive oil, balsamics, wine jellies, and more from Olive Oils & Balsamics, artisan sandals, scarves and accessories from Marg Store, handcrafted jewelry by Marcos Jewelry, handcrafted quilts from My Quilting Beehive, and much more!

In addition, there will be a full array of Gourmet Food Trucks available on-site and a new mobile boutique, Thistle and Reed Mobile Boutique, will debut on Saturday, May 6th.

Hours: 10 AM – 4 PM

Dates: The first Saturday of each month, May through October

Saturday, May 6
Saturday, June 3
Saturday, July 1
Saturday, August 5
Saturday, September 2
Saturday October 7 

Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets

20 Killingworth Turnpike
Clinton, CT, 06413

The Love It Artisan Market is Presented by Specialty Events:

https://www.specialtyeventsllc.com/love-it-market-clinton-crossing-out 



For more information visit the following:

Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets’ web page:

http://www.premiumoutlets.com/outlet/clinton-crossing

Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets’ Facebook page:

www.facebook.com/clintoncrossingpremiumoutlets 


The post Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets Hosts Artisan Market first appeared on Home Place on May 2, 2017.

Plan b Burger Bar- Burger Combo-Tition for National Burger Month

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National Burger Month at Plan b Burger Bar

You may not know this, but the month of May is rightfully dubbed "National Burger Month"!

Why? ---  I have no idea! But I think logically it is because the month of May means summer is on its way and it's time to pull out the grills and get ready for summer barbecues!

Plan b Burger Bar decided to take Burger Month up a notch and they issued their own version of Burger Wars, challenging each of their locations to come up with a  Burger and Beer Community Combo-tition!

Plan b Burger Bar in Milford CT

Because of Plan b's ongoing commitment to the communities in which they serve - the competition will also help support local nonprofits in their communities (CT, MA, VA and DC)

Burger & Beer Combo-Tition
Plan b Burger Bar

Restaurants will be competing in a separate challenge to benefit their local charities. Each participating location has partnered with a local foodie celebrity, selected a beer from one of their favorite breweries, and designated a local charity. The celebrities including Fox61’s Sean Pragano, Robert Howe (West Hartford Fire Fighter of the year), Nick O’Malley from Mass Live, and more have designed their very own burgers to compete head to head and raise funds for organizations in need.

What this means is that from April 26 to May 7, 10% of each location’s burger and beer pairing will be donated to their chosen charity. Performance of the pairings will be tracked in four categories:

• total sales, 
• highest percentage of celebrity burger to total burgers sold, 
• social media engagement and 
• a “no purchase necessary” vote. 

On May 8th the winning beer pairing across all categories will be announced.

From May 12th through June 4th, the winning burger will be featured on every b Restaurant menu, with the winning team’s charity receiving the 10% donation from all seven restaurants.

We stopped at Plan b Burger Bar's Milford CT location to sample their pairing and WOW is it good!

Plan b Burger Bar
Milford CT
Burger and Beer Combo-Tition

For the burger they came up with a Pineapple Express Burger - a Beef and Bacon patty drizzled with sriracha honey, and topped it with pineapple slaw. Wait - it gets even better. They put this delicious concoction on a pretzel roll. You got it! It's sweet, salty, savory, and spicy all in one! That sriracha comes in and sneaks up with you with a nice warm and gentle heat.

Plan b Milford's Pineapple Express

The burger is paired with a Ballast Point Pineapple Sculpin - a great combination with Ballast Point's natural inclination to summery beers, the pineapple only adds to the attraction with its citrusy and slightly sweet notes.

Ballast Point Pineapple Sculpin

I had a chance to talk with Plan b Milford's general manager Rich Boudreau to find out how they come up with the pairing and he explained it was a total team process. Chefs, waitstaff,  and other managers, everyone got together to brainstorm a selection. They all knew they wanted something summery and welcoming - and nothing says that more than a pineapple. They came up with the pineapple, honey, sriracha cole slaw - so perfect - and when they saw that the limited small batch Ballast Point Pineapple Sculpin was available - they knew it was all meant to be. It was a win - win!

Burger Month at
Plan b Milford

We took the pineapple theme to a whole 'nother level when we decided to split their Bourbon Soaked Pineapple Upside Down Cake for dessert. Oh. So. Good.

Plan b Burger Bar
Bourbon Soaked Pineapple Upside Down Cake

Milford's 10% of proceeds will be going to Companion Pet Rescue and Transport because so many of their staff members have used this great organization to adopt animals. See more about them here http://cprdogs.com/

Kudos to Plan b Burger for coming up with this great idea for Burger Month! Follow the competition on their local social media networks! Twitter | Facebook | Instagram

But for now, visit a Plan b Burger Bar near you and try one of their amazing combos! You can find them all listed here => http://www.burgersbeerbourbon.com/#locations

Or stop at my local Milford Location and try the Pineapple Combo!

Plan b Burger Bar Milford
1638 Boston Post Rd
Milford, CT 06460
Phone: 203-713-8700
Web: http://www.burgersbeerbourbon.com/milford/



For details on each location’s burger and beer pairing and to vote online, visit www.burgersbeerbourbon.com/burgermonth

About b Restaurants

Founded in 2006, b Restaurants, held by Locals 8 Restaurant Group, are the leaders in quality burgers, beer, and bourbon. Winners of best burger, beer and bourbon across four states and nationally known for excellent job creation, the company was created with the simple belief that food and drinks bring people together and the world needs more connection.
For more information, please visit www.burgersbeerbourbon.com

Disclaimer: I was invited to Plan b Burger Bar by members of their marketing and management team however all views and opinions expressed are my own.

© Home Place 2017

Rite Aid in East Haven CT - A Community Tag Sale

Community Tag Sale at Rite Aid on Foxon Road 

East Haven CT

It's time to  spring clean! Clean out your closets, your spare rooms, your garage. 

It's time to get rid of everything you don't want - to make room for everything you do!

On Saturday, May 6th, from 9:00am to 3:00 pm, the Rite Aid on Foxon Road in East Haven is hosting a community tag sale.

At the BARGAIN price of $15.00 for one parking space and $20.00 for two parking space you can make some money off the things you don't want!

And the best part is the monies collected for the space fees are being donated to the Connecticut Children's Hospital in Hartford Connecticut.

That's a win-win!  Hope to see you at Rite Aid!

Rite Aid

645 Foxon Road
East Haven, CT

203.468.1039

May 6th 9:00am to 3:00pm
Rain Date Sunday, May 7th