January 2012

In the Kitchen Special Feature

From designs and accessories to tile and appliances, here are some inspiring ideas when planning to renovate the heart of the home — the kitchen.

What Are the Features of the Best Kitchens?

How real kitchens were designed for the most usable space and great resale value.

by Diane di Costanzo

The Baroness Recommends Right Bank Bordeaux

The soul of the right bank lies in these remarkable family wineries

by Baroness Sheri de Borchgrave

NYC Escapes

Big Apple Weekend getaways

by Sharon King Hoge

Designers Pick for Trade Resources for Kitchen & Bath

Kitchen and bath highlights from a tour of NYC's A&D Building

by Susan Bednar Long

Historic Fairfield House Gets Fresh Face

Tucker Robbins and sister Claire Miner update historic Denemede

by Rebecca Morse
photographs by Mick Hales

Food Wisdom from Chef Kieffer

We asked Artisan Chef Frederic Kieffer to share some insights and tips for preparing this menu, entertaining at home, and the importance of locally sourced foods.

by Maria LaPiana
photographs by Anastassios Mentis

Family Trees Image Gallery

photographs by Mick Hales

Homes for the Holidays

Newcomers Club of New Canaan and media sponsor Connecticut Cottages & Gardens invited guests to a kickoff party to celebrate the Homes for the Holidays House Tour.

Pros and Cons of Antique Shopping Online

A best practices guide to shopping for antiques online

by Jan Lee
illustration by Doriano Solinas

Local Getaways: Ski Vermont

Vermont’s green mountains are a snow-lovers paradise in our own backyard

by Sharon King Hoge
illustration by Jennifer Thermes
photograph courtesy of Okemo Mountain Resort

Innovation in Design Awards Kickoff at Stark Carpet

Stark Carpet and Connecticut Cottages & Gardens held a cocktail reception in the Stark Norwalk Outlet Showroom to celebrate the 6th Annual Innovation in Design Awards (IDA) Call for Entries—and the start of the Stark Semi-Annual Sale.

photographs by Chris Rivera

Heart & Soul Food: A Winter Menu

Recipes from Chef Frederic Kieffer of Artisan Restaurant in Southport

9 Fabulous Kitchen Finds

Cookware, appliances and plumbing features chefs love.

produced by Ann Loynd and Hollis Romanelli

Metals of Honor: Natural

Metals of Honor: New Traditional

Metals of Honor: Transitional

Metals of Honor: Modern

Innovative Use of Metal in Kitchen Design

Are metallics the new white? Here, we take a look at four kitchens that have taken metals to a new level, plus a carefully curated collection of surfaces for even more kitchen inspiration.

by Cate Branca
photographs by Chi Chi Ubiña, Linda Kane and Robert Grant

Meet the Designer: Eric Cohler

Mix Master Eric Cohler's Approach to Kitchen Design

by Sharon King Hoge
photographs by Francis Smith

Winter Menu from Artisan in Southport Image Gallery

Veteran chef Frederic Kieffer shares his favorite meal to cook for friends

by Maria LaPiana
photographs by Anastassios Mentis

Winter Menu from Artisan in Southport

Veteran chef Frederic Kieffer shares his favorite meal to cook for friends

by Maria LaPiana
photographs by Anastassios Mentis