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Dining at Home with Connecticut Chefs
As a way to stay connected with Connecticut’s culinary scene while cooking at home and even as you begin to ease your way back to dining in restaurants, check out these great tips from noteworthy Connecticut chefs to make your experience a little easier (and tastier).
Featuring: City of New Haven | Match | Millwright's Restaurant | Oyster Club
Special & Safe: Thanksgiving 2020
'Tis the season to cherish what we're grateful for — even if it looks a little different this year. To keep your family and community safe, we recommend reviewing the state's holiday guidance and considering these low-risk celebration ideas . The holiday may be smaller and quieter in 2020, but we certainly can still make it memorable. We've gathered a few Thanksgiving ideas for you and your closest kin, so you can still make the day special!
From unique take-home feasts and dine-out dinners to farm fresh shopping, Christmas tree chopping and more, the Thanksgiving fun doesn’t just make your day great — it helps support beloved Connecticut businesses who have been hit hard by the pandemic. And when you do, you can even use our hashtag #SupportCTBusinesses to help keep our restaurants, attractions and hotels top of mind.
Featuring: Abigail's Grille & Wine Bar | Allen Hill Farm | Angevine Farm | Avon Old Farms Hotel | Bear's Smokehouse (Hartford) | Bear's Smokehouse (New Haven) | Bear's Smokehouse (South Windsor) | Bear's Smokehouse (Windsor) | Bishop's Orchards Farm Market & Winery | Captain Daniel Packer Inne | Castle Hill Farm | City of Danbury | City of Hartford | City of Norwalk | City of Stamford | City of Waterbury | Clark Farms at Bushy Hill Orchard | David Burke Prime Steakhouse | Dzen Tree Farm | Ekonk Hill Turkey Farm | Fairfield Museum & History Center | Fairview Tree Farm | Fire at the Ridge | Flora | Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point Resort & Marina | Griswold Inn | Hamilton Park | Hickory Ridge Tree Farm | Holmberg Orchards & Winery | Hopkins Inn | J. Gilbert's Wood-Fired Steaks | Judy's Bar + Kitchen | Lincoln Financial Sculpture Walk at Riverfront | Maple Bank Farm | Maple Hollow Christmas Tree Farm | March Farm | Market Grille | Match | Max Amore | Max Downtown | Max a Mia Ristorante | Mill on the River | Miller Tree Farm | Millwright's Restaurant | Olde Mistick Village | On the Rocks Restaurant | Pequot Library | Silverman's Farm | Staehly Tree Farm & Winery | The Promenade Shops at Evergreen Walk | The Shops at Yale | The Spa at Norwich Inn | The Waters Edge at Giovanni's | The Wharf Restaurant | Town of Branford | Town of Deep River | Town of Enfield | Town of Greenwich | Town of Manchester | Town of Morris | Town of Newington | Town of Newtown | Town of Stratford | Town of Washington | Town of Wethersfield | Town of Woodbury | Wall to Wall: The New London Mural Walk | Westbrook Outlets | Whittle's Willow Spring Farm | Winterberry Farm | l'escale
Locals Love: Norwalk
Welcome to another Connecticut town spotlight from our Locals Love series! We've gathered lots of inspiring ideas from local "insiders" of things to do in Norwalk — the best of the town from those who know it best. These recommendations came from millennials and boomers, singles and couples, young families and empty nesters — all living in Norwalk for anywhere from 5 to 45 years. So if you want to experience Norwalk like a local, check out the suggestions below for starters. Then visit Discover Norwalk for even more ideas.
Featuring: Burger Bar & Bistro | Calf Pasture & Shady Beach | City of Norwalk | Courtyard by Marriott - Norwalk | DoubleTree by Hilton - Norwalk | Hotel Zero Degrees Norwalk | Match | Mecha Noodle Bar | Norwalk Inn & Conference Center | Norwalk WPA Murals | Pedego SoNo Electric Bikes | Sheffield Island Lighthouse and Harbor Tour | SoNo Harbor Deli & Cafe | SoNo Nightlife | SoNo Seaport Seafood | Stew Leonard's Norwalk | The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk | The Spread | Valencia Luncheria | Washington Prime (Norwalk)
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Special & Safe: Thanksgiving
Overview: Thanksgiving may look a little different in this unusual year — but that doesn’t mean you can’t make the day special. To keep your family safe, the state’s holiday guidance recommends smaller gatherings and a few changes to the traditional experience. Luckily, Connecticut’s filled with ways to make this year’s Thanksgiving memorable.
Audience: Consumer
Sent: 2020-11-04
Featuring: Abigail's Grille & Wine Bar | Allen Hill Farm | Angevine Farm | Avon Old Farms Hotel | Bear's Smokehouse (Hartford) | Bear's Smokehouse (New Haven) | Bear's Smokehouse (South Windsor) | Bear's Smokehouse (Windsor) | Bishop's Orchards Farm Market & Winery | Cafe on the Green | Captain Daniel Packer Inne | Castle Hill Farm | Cava Restaurant | City of Bristol | City of Hartford | City of New Haven | City of Norwalk | City of Stamford | City of Waterbury | Clark Farms at Bushy Hill Orchard | Connecticut Trolley Museum | David Burke Prime Steakhouse | Dzen Tree Farm | Ekonk Hill Turkey Farm | Essex Steam Train & Riverboat | Fairview Tree Farm | Fife 'n Drum Restaurant & Inn | Figaro Restaurant | Fire at the Ridge | Flora | Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point Resort & Marina | Griswold Inn | Hamilton Park | Hickory Ridge Tree Farm | Holmberg Orchards & Winery | Hopkins Inn | Hubbard Park & Castle Craig | J. Gilbert's Wood-Fired Steaks | Judy's Bar + Kitchen | Lincoln Financial Sculpture Walk at Riverfront | Maple Bank Farm | Maple Hollow Christmas Tree Farm | March Farm | Market Grille | Match | Mill on the River | Miller Tree Farm | Millwright's Restaurant | Mystic Aquarium | Olde Mistick Village | Shore Line Trolley Museum | Silverman's Farm | Staehly Tree Farm & Winery | Stone Row Kitchen + Bar | The Promenade Shops at Evergreen Walk | The Shops at Yale | The Spa at Norwich Inn | The Waters Edge at Giovanni's | The Wharf Restaurant | Town of Branford | Town of Deep River | Town of East Haddam | Town of Greenwich | Town of Manchester | Town of Morris | Town of Newington | Town of Newtown | Town of Wethersfield | Town of Windsor | Town of Woodbury | Visit Collinsville | Wall to Wall: The New London Mural Walk | Westbrook Outlets | Whittle's Willow Spring Farm | Winterberry Farm | l'escale
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CT restaurants offering free drinks for vaccinated residents
Connecticut Post, Fairfield Citizen, Milford Mirror, Post-Cronicle, Stamford Advocate, The Darien Times, The Greater New Milford Spectrum, The Register Citizen, Trumbull Times, Westport News, Wilton Bulletin, MSN.com, The Hour
Online article that highlights the Drinks on Us campaign.
Published Date: 2021-04-26
Featuring: Bear's Smokehouse (Hartford) | Bear's Smokehouse (New Haven) | Bear's Smokehouse (South Windsor) | Bear's Smokehouse (Windsor) | City of Stamford | Match | Match Burger Lobster | Town of Westport | Wood-n-Tap
CT restaurants offer free drinks to COVID-19-vaccinated customers
Hartford Business Journal
Online article highlighting the Drinks on Us campaign.
Published Date: 2021-04-27
Featuring: Bear's Smokehouse (Hartford) | City of Stamford | Engine Room | Flanders Fish Market & Restaurant | Grass & Bone | Match | Match Burger Lobster | Millwright's Restaurant | Nana's Bakery & Pizza | Oyster Club | Que Whiskey Kitchen | The Place 2 Be | Town of Westport | Union League Café | Wood-n-Tap (Hartford)
Get Free Drinks At These Conn. Restaurants, Bars With Proof Of Vaccination
New Radio 810 & 103.1 WGY
Online article highlighting the Drinks on Us campaign.
Published Date: 2021-04-27
Featuring: Bear's Smokehouse (Hartford) | Buffalo Wild Wings - Milford | Buffalo Wild Wings - North Haven | City of Bridgeport | City of Norwalk | City of Stamford | Elmer's Diner | Engine Room | Flanders Fish Market & Restaurant | Geronimo Bar & Grill | Hot Rod Cafe | Jimmy's Pizzeria & Restaurant | Little Pub Fairfield | Little Pub Greenwich | Little Pub Ridgefield | Match | Match Burger Lobster | Mia's Prime Time Cafe | Millwright's Restaurant | Noah's Restaurant | Oyster Club | Partners Café | Pie Hops | Que Whiskey Kitchen | The Place 2 Be | Town of Bethel | Town of East Lyme | Town of Fairfield | Town of Newtown | Town of Westport | Wood-n-Tap
Got the COVID vaccine? Get free drinks and cupcakes in Norwalk, Westport
Connecticut Post, CT Insider, The News-Times, The Hour
Online article highlighting the Drinks on Us campaign in Norwalk, Westport.
Published Date: 2021-04-27
Featuring: Match | Match Burger Lobster
Many Connecticut Restaurants to Give Free Drinks With Proof of Vaccination
KICKS 105.5 Danbury Country Radio
Online article highlighting the Drinks on Us campaign.
Published Date: 2021-04-27
Featuring: Bear's Smokehouse (Hartford) | City of Stamford | Engine Room | Flanders Fish Market & Restaurant | Grass & Bone | Match | Match Burger Lobster | Millwright's Restaurant | Nana's Bakery & Pizza | Oyster Club | Que Whiskey Kitchen | The Place 2 Be | Town of Westport | Union League Café | Wood-n-Tap
Vaccinated? Have a drink on these CT restaurants
Connecticut Post, Darien News, Shelton Herald, Greater New Milford Spectrum, Trumbull Times, Westport Minuteman, Wilton Bulletin, Milford Mirror, The Darien Times
Online article highlighting the Drinks on Us campaign,
Published Date: 2021-04-27
Featuring: Bear's Smokehouse (Hartford) | City of Stamford | Engine Room | Flanders Fish Market & Restaurant | Grass & Bone | Match | Match Burger Lobster | Millwright's Restaurant | Nana's Bakery & Pizza | Oyster Club | Que Whiskey Kitchen | The Place 2 Be | Town of Westport | Union League Café | Wood-n-Tap
Get Free Drinks At These Conn. Restaurants, Bars With Proof Of Vaccination
105.1 The Wolf, 1290 WJNO, 96.3 KHEY Country, 97.1 ZHT, business991.iheart.com, CHANNEL 999, KFI AM 640, MIX 107.7, New Radio 1110 KFAB, New Radio 1170 WWVA, New Talk 99.5 WRNO, On With Mario, Power Talk 1360, The Boxer Show, WTAG, WSRW.com
Online article highlighting the Drinks on Us campaign.
Published Date: 2021-04-28
Featuring: Bear's Smokehouse (Hartford) | Buffalo Wild Wings - Milford | Buffalo Wild Wings - Milford | Buffalo Wild Wings - North Haven | Buffalo Wild Wings - North Haven | Camacho Garage | City of Bridgeport | City of Groton | City of Hartford | City of New Haven | City of Norwalk | City of Stamford | Elmer's Diner | Engine Room | Flanders Fish Market & Restaurant | Geronimo Bar & Grill | Geronimo Bar & Grill | Hot Rod Cafe | Jimmy's Pizzeria & Restaurant | Little Pub Fairfield | Little Pub Greenwich | Little Pub Ridgefield | Little Pub Wilton | Match | Match Burger Lobster | Mia's Prime Time Cafe | Millwright's Restaurant | Noah's Restaurant | Oyster Club | Partners Café | Pie Hops | Pig Rig BBQ | Que Whiskey Kitchen | Shell & Bones Oyster Bar & Grill | Tap & vine | The Mariner | The Place 2 Be | Town of Bethel | Town of Derby | Town of East Lyme | Town of Fairfield | Town of Naugatuck | Town of Newtown | Town of North Haven | Town of Southbury | Town of Wallingford | Town of Westport | Union League Café | Wood-n-Tap
Got the COVID vaccine? Get free drinks and cupcakes at local shops
Westport News
Print article highlighting the Drinks on Us campaign.
Published Date: 2021-04-30
Featuring: Match | Match Burger Lobster
Got the COVID vaccine? Get free drinks and cupcakes in Norwalk, Westport
Hour
Online article highlighting the Connecticut Drinks on Us program.
Published Date: 2021-05-09
Featuring: Match