‘I Like This Town’: ’Curry Mango’ Indian Restaurant Opens on South Avenue

After a year in construction, new Indian restaurant Curry Mango has officially opened on South Avenue, occupying the space where Mackenzie’s once stood. 

With a wide range of authentic Indian cuisine to offer, from classic dishes such as curry to more exotic options, Curry Mango’s menu will likely have something for any hungry customer entering its doors. Like its titular spice, the restaurant’s interior boasts a unique orange color scheme, accented by a long photographic mural featuring motifs of Indian culture. Curry Mango’s most popular dishes currently are their chicken tikka masala, butter chicken, and masala dosas, the restaurant’s owner said. When asked if they had a signature menu item, owner Renjith Francis named the chicken chettinad, a roasted chicken dish served with black pepper sauce. For those looking to get a deal on their lunch break, Curry Mango has them covered with their lunch specials, which are available from 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM seven days a week.

‘Taste of New Canaan Stroll’ Kicks Off Thursday Evening

This year’s Taste of New Canaan Stroll kicks off at 5 p.m. Thursday at Stewart’s Wine & Spirits on Elm Street (tickets available here). Presented by the New Canaan Chamber of Commerce, the annual event sees participants choose their own self-guided foodie (and beverage) tour of the downtown. We put some questions to longtime participant and sponsor Doug Stewart of Walter Stewart’s Market and Stewart’s Wine & Spirits ahead of the Stroll. Here’s our exchange. ***

New Canaanite: For those who have not experienced it before, describe the Taste of New Canaan Stroll.

‘Spicing Up’ New Canaan: Grand Opening of Spice and Tea Exchange Set for Friday

The New Canaanite 2024 Summer Internship Program is sponsored by Karp Associates. A melting pot of countries, exotic flavors and aromatic spices exists here, in our very own backyard. Enter the Spice and Tea Exchange, nestled downtown in the middle of Main Street. 

Pulling open the front doors invites a journey for the senses: displays abundant with clear glass jars housing colorful contents; a strong aroma of fragrant spices wafting through the air; and a soft bubbling noise emanating from the tea dispensers in the back, which contain the week’s newest selections. The Spice & Tea Exchange is a franchise that has been in business for about 16 years, growing out of a mom-and-pop store, said store owner Pam Robinson. “This is the 92nd store to open,” Robinson said.

‘Sidewalk Sale’ Set for Saturday, July 20 [Q&A]

One of the community’s most anticipated summer traditions—the annual Village Fair & Sidewalk Sale downtown—is coming Saturday, July 20. We put some questions to Laura Budd, executive director of the New Canaan Chamber of Commerce, ahead of the big sale. 

Here’s our exchange. ***

What are some of the highlights of this year’s Sidewalk Sale on Saturday, July 20? The event is special because it reflects a full community effort. Along with great deals from amazing retailers you can check in with some of our favorite non-profits, hear music from local bands, enjoy food from many of our restaurants and cafes and the YMCA will have its amazing Family Entertainment Zone at the Elm/Main intersection. 

What happens on Friday, the day before the official Sidewalk Sale?