Interviews

In an exclusive interview with Suburbs 101, Jocelyn Pollak and Chalermrat (Kook) Pongngarmsanga, the founders and masterminds behind Grumpy Dumpling Co., shared their story of moving from Thailand to Norwalk, CT. They shed light on the reasons why they moved to Norwalk, CT and why they love living in Norwalk. They also share their story

Chrystéle Zawislack grew up in Westchester County and moved to Greenwich, CT with her husband. I first met Chrystéle when we were volunteering at the Junior League of Greenwich. When she told me she is launching a luxury goods company, I knew I had to interview her. I caught up with Chrystéle, who is juggling

Vail Weymann is a Darien native and mother of three. She is juggling a lot these days as the co-founder of Purrch, the first social network for the pet community. She took time off her busy schedule to talk to Suburbs 101 about her move back to Darien and to give us a peek into

Pilar Quintero lived the expat life moving with her husband from Mexico City to Seoul and eventually finding herself in Stamford, CT. Pilar is juggling a lot these days as a busy mom of four and the founder of the successful skincare line, Care. Pilar took time off her busy schedule to talk to Suburbs

Michelle Volberg is busy these days, running a successful recruitment firm and juggling life with two toddlers. Like many New York couples, Michelle and her husband outgrew their city apartment prompting them to move from New York’s Upper West Side to Greenwich CT. Here is a peek into her life in Greenwich. Describe your move

Greenwich born and raised, Katie Fong Biglin moved back to Greenwich after living in NYC. These days, Katie has her hands full, adjusting to life with a newborn while running a successful bridal and luxury clothing business. Katie sat down with Suburbs 101 to give us a peek into what it’s like to live in

Rachael Mahoney has her hands full between launching Kinney Lane, a prepared foods delivery service and juggling life as a mom to a 15-month-old. Rachael took some time off from her busy schedule to talk to Suburbs 101 about moving to Old Greenwich, CT and loving life in Old Greenwich. Describe your journey to Greenwich

I’ve known Alessandra Messineo Long for many years. I had the privilege to see Alessandra in action as the president of the Junior League of Greenwich a few years ago when I sat on her board. She is a great leader, well-loved in the Greenwich community and has a big heart. Alessandra gives us a

Penny Goffman had a successful career in finance before she had kids. But after becoming a mother, she was faced with the difficult decision of staying at home or going back to work. Is it better to be a stay at home mom? Or should she pursue her career and become a working mom? Here

Blame it on the chocolate covered cookie dough balls called “Bonnies”. After trying the Bonnies, I knew I had to look up the company that makes these delicious gluten-free, nut-free, dairy-free, vegan treats. I normally stay away from gluten-free products because I think they don’t taste as good but with Bonnies, you can’t even tell

Pamela Byrne is a mother of two and the founder of Byrne Health and Wellness. Having healed her autoimmune disease through holistic nutrition, she knows first hand the importance of diet and nutrition. Born and raised in Fairfield County, Pamela lived in San Francisco, London, and Chicago before finally moving back to Fairfield County. Here

Galinie Zisimopoulou is a stay-at-home mom in Greenwich, CT balancing life with a pre-schooler and her Etsy store. Originally from Greece, Galinie gives us a peek into her life in Greenwich, CT. Here is Galinie Zisimopoulou’s move from the UK to Brooklyn to Greenwich, CT. Tell me about your move to Greenwich, CT I am

Gilles Clement has his hands full these days with the grand opening of his flagship store in Greenwich and managing 3 other stores and multiple projects. He takes some time off from his busy schedule to sit down with Suburbs 101 to talk about his life in Westport, CT and his interior design firm. Describe

Min Kim has her hands full these days since launching the College Advisory service, Versed. She takes some time off from her busy schedule to sit down with Suburbs 101 to talk about her move from NYC to Greenwich, CT. Tell me about your journey to the suburbs? We moved to Greenwich from Manhattan just

At major luncheons and galas in Greenwich, more than likely you will bump into Grace “Graci” Djuranovic or Cricket Lockhart. And more than likely they’ve helped organize the event as committee members or as event chairs. Both women are leaders in Greenwich’s philanthropic community. I’ve had the privilege of being a part of the Greenwich

Born and raised in Darien, Lauren Haley tells us why she moved back to Darien, CT and what she loves about living there. Lauren has her hands full as a mother of two and the founder of website, Busy Little Bee. She took some time off from her busy schedule to talk to Suburbs 101.

Connecticut native, social media influencer and fitness instructor, Lauren Seib, reluctantly moved from NYC back to CT. However, she quickly fell in love with the community and amenities at Harbor Point in Stamford. Here is our interview with Lauren Seib: Life in Stamford’s Harbor Point. Tell me about your move to Stamford, CT? My hubby

I have known Elizabeth Peyton for years, even before she met her husband and before she had her daughter Caroline. Now, she leads a very full life, juggling life as a busy mom and her role as president of the Junior League of Greenwich. Here is a peek into Junior League of Greenwich President Elizabeth

As a 35-year-old single professional, Stephanie Stellwagen made the big move from New York City to the suburbs. Friends thought she was crazy for moving but the suburbs worked out better for her than living in New York City. Now, she lives happily in Greenwich, CT with her husband and 2-year-old daughter while pursuing her

Fashion stylist, social media influencer, and mother of two young children, Amy Guzzi moved from New York City to Weston, Connecticut.  She takes time off her busy schedule to chat with Suburbs 101. Here is a peek into Amy’s life in Weston, CT.   Tell me about your Move from NYC to Weston, CT We lived

Suburbs 101 contributor, Marissa Millman leads a full life- balancing life as a corporate lawyer, Blogger and mother of two.  It is amazing how she can do it all.  Here is a peek into Marissa’s life in Greenwich, CT. Tell me about your journey to the suburbs. I’m originally from Long Island and I went

Shannon Doherty’s story will inspire you. In the span of only 5 years, she moved from New York City to Darien, CT, founded Coco and Lala Watch Hill, a growing vacation-inspired lifestyle brand, and to top it all, she had 3 children!  Don’t know how she does it, juggling life and living life to the fullest!

From LA to Westport, CT, actress Wynter Kullman Warshaw settled into suburban life in Westport, CT.  With parts in major films such as “Garden State”, “Two Weeks Notice”, Wynter tells us how she got her start as an actress and gives advice to budding actors and actresses.  Here is a peek into Hollywood Actress, Wynter

Sophie Sikaitis, founder of children’s swimwear line Pearl Street Swim, shares her move to suburbs story with us.  She gives us a peek into her move from TriBeCa to Brooklyn to Fairfield, CT.   Tell me about your move from New York City to Fairfield, CT My husband and I had been living in TriBeCa, then Red

Greenwich native and blogger, Morgan Matkovic started her blog Lilies and Lambs after struggling with infertility.  Her blog has since taken off as a safe outlet for women trying to conceive.  We asked Morgan to give our readers tips on IVF.  She also gives us a peek into her life in Old Greenwich, CT. Tell

I’ve known Joanna for years, back when we would do Barre class together.  She has always been fashionable, chic and carries the most fabulous bags, even to Barre Class.  So it’s no surprise to see Joanna become a successful Instagram Fashion Influencer.  Joanna made the move from Manhattan to Greenwich, CT and now lives happily as

We interviewed Jasmine Hodgson, creator of clothing label, MerriMane.  After almost 10 years of living in Manhattan, Jasmine and her husband decided to move to the suburbs.  Jasmine shares her move to Darien, CT story and gives us a peek into her busy life as a mom and entrepreneur.   Tell me about your move to

Mom blogger, Megan Schinella, has her hands full with 3 kids and her blog, Camp by MaMa.  She takes a break from her busy schedule to give us a peek into her life.  Here is Camp by Mama, Megan Schinella’s Life in Stamford, CT. Tell me about your move to Stamford, CT I moved to

I’ve known Stephanie for years before she became a busy mother of two boys, lifestyle blogger, and social media influencer.  I’ve always admired Stephanie’s classic beauty and timeless sense of style.  So it’s no surprise to see her become a successful social media influencer.  Here is the Girl Guide, Stephanie Trotta’s Life in Darien, CT.

Irene Ng is one of those multi-talented people who can and has done it all.  She is an ivy-league educated mother of two, who used to be an actress (she even starred in her own show), then worked in finance at Merrill Lynch and now is an entrepreneur/educator who opened the only Chinese immersion preschool

So far, we have featured personal stories of people moving to the suburbs within America.  I thought it would be interesting to write about a move to suburbs story that is also a move to America story.  Here is Villa Pozzi, Matteo Pozzi’s Move from Italy to Stamford, CT. Tell me about your move from

Many families move to the suburbs for the schools so when I heard lifestyle blogger, Laura is a 1st grade teacher by day, I was very excited to interview her.  The interview got even better, when I found out both Laura and her fiancé, Ben are teachers in New Canaan’s Public Schools.  Laura shares some valuable

If you are active on Instagram, you have probably seen Helen B. Phillip’s page. Helen is a twenty-something lifestyle/fashion blogger.  You will recognize her by her signature red hair, sporting her latest fashion finds or sharing her latest fitness obsession.  Here is Helen’s suburban life of a not-so-average millennial. Tell me about yourself I’ve lived

I have known Jordan Rhodes for years, before she had kids, before she became a busy mom of three.  She leads a fabulous life, jet-setting around the world for her luxury travel guide, Glimpse Guides.  She is also very active in the local philanthropic community, chairing galas and luncheons.  When I first asked Jordan for

Founder of Jolie Gotique and mother of two, Penny Goffman shares her move to suburbs story. Penny took some time from her busy schedule to talk to Suburbs 101. Here is Penny Goffman’s Move to Greenwich, CT Tell me about your move to Greenwich, CT? I’m originally from Montreal, Canada.  When my husband, Danny and