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5 Things You Didn’t Know You Were Missing: All Found At Mystic Market Westport

5 Things You Didn’t Know You Were Missing: All Found At Mystic Market Westport

Haven’t heard of Mystic Market yet? You don’t know what you’re missing! Mystic Market has been serving coastal Connecticut for years, and has recently opened a new location in Westport, conveniently located at 60 Charles St with ample parking. Like many families from nearby towns, now Mystic Market will change your life by providing delicious and ready convenience you didn’t know you were missing.

Meet Emily!

Meet Emily!

A self-proclaimed “hustler,” Emily just published her 6th novel – and first psychological suspense book – Pretty Revenge! After an early career in TV and then as Editor-in-Chief of a regional magazine, Emily decided to try writing her own book, and her success has been tremendous in a field many struggle to enter. When not writing, Emily loves boating with her family, eating delicious food (especially at a Bill Taibe restaurant!), and in another life would be a chef – or a therapist. Emily is a straight shooter – and as loyal a friend as they come. She has worked incredibly hard to get where she is, and is thrilled to have the Westport community supporting in this exciting next step in her career! Are you a Kerrie or a Jordana? Check out her book to find out!

Sunscreen 101 for Kids and Adults – from the Experts at Modern Dermatology!

Sunscreen 101 for Kids and Adults – from the Experts at Modern Dermatology!

The good news is sun safety has never been more buzzed about…the downside is the landscape has become confusing for consumers, between new products seemingly launching every day, vitamin D hype, and headlines about SPF’s chemicals causing harm. We turned to the experts at Modern Dermatology in Westport to share their recommendations – for babies, kids, men and women!!

Summertime Salads!

Summertime Salads!

With summer officially here, we turned to registered dietician and local mom, Robin Barrie for some great salad recipes – and options – that will ensure you never get sick of salad! Here are some homemade recipes, to which you can add your own favorite proteins (anything from burgers, to hard boiled eggs and fish) and switch up the fruits and vegetables. Happy creating!

Meet Robyn!

Meet Robyn!

If you have never heard of Connecticut Children’s, the non-profit children’s hospital based in Hartford with specialty care centers in Fairfield and Danbury, it is a truly incredible resource. Robyn Matloff, pediatric nephrologist (kidney doctor), and mom to two young girls, recently became their Medical Director of Physician Liaisons for Fairfield County, enabling her to work with local pediatricians, hospitals and practices to make sure they know all the amazing services that Connecticut Children’s is bringing to our backyard. Thrilled to no longer be commuting, Robyn loves days – or nights – at Compo, swears by Sharkey’s tropical hair oil, and would be a Disney Travel agent in a next life. She wishes she could have grown up in a community like this, and feels incredibly lucky for the “framily” she has found here. We are lucky she found us!

Meet Katie!

Meet Katie!

Katie is mom to two young boys, and is very excited to bring her experience as a registered dietician and wellness to her hometown, where she can help individuals and families looking to live a healthier lifestyle. After years in finance, she followed her passion for nutrition and wellness and spent time in NYC working with corporations on wellness in the workplace. Though Katie misses the city, and especially the Japanese handrolls from her favorite spot in Brooklyn, she and her family love being back! Katie is an organizer at heart, loves working with people, and is constantly coming up with creative ways to make eating more enjoyable for kids – and adults. We’re glad to have you back Katie!

Meet Alyson!

Meet Alyson!

Director of Westport’s NEW One River School of Art + Design (opening June 15th!), Alyson grew up in Westport, and moved back two days after having her second child (yes- straight from the hospital) into the house she grew up in! Alyson loved art, art history and education from a young age, and a Bedford Middle School trip to DC was a defining moment in her future as a museum educator. Alyson can make anyone belly laugh (without even trying), and it could be that her sense of humor came from her parents telling her and her sister that she arrived as the prize in the cereal box one day. =) She is honest, incredibly bright, passionate and loves ice cream and landscaping in her free time. The opportunity to bring art education to her own community felt like the chance of a lifetime, and she hopes everyone will come visit when they open!

Jyothi Rao: The Mom Behind the Fashion Destination INTERMIX

Jyothi Rao: The Mom Behind the Fashion Destination INTERMIX

Jyothi Rao is the President of designer fashion destination INTERMIX, and Mom to 8-year-old daughter Lily. Learn how she manages busy days (with 5:30 a.m. wake-up calls), avoids mom guilt and stays equally immersed in home and work life by being “all in” wherever she is. Plus, she shares her effortless, go-to “mom uniform” pieces with us!

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