WITH JEAN

@JeanHsu

Jean recently relocated from Manhattan to Darien, CT with her 15‑month‑old toddler. She loves to live life to the fullest and tries to take full advantage of Connecticut‑living ‑ from coastal beach walks to art museums to wineries to delicious CT‑style pizza, she’s always trying to recreate city‑living in the beautiful 'burbs.

QUESTION ONE

What do you love about
where you live now?

Darien is the best of so many worlds - we were immediately drawn to this town because of its family-friendly vibes, quaint main street, incredible beaches, great public schools, and close proximity to both NYC and other neighboring towns in Fairfield County with lots to offer!

QUESTION TWO

What are your go-to spots?

RESTAURANTS

  • Bodega
  • Ten Twenty Post
  • The Goose

COFFEE SHOPS/CAFES

  • Roost
  • NEAT
  • Four Forks

DESSERT

  • Gofer
  • Playa Bowls

TODDLER-FRIENDLY
ACTIVITIES

  • Playground at Weed Beach
  • Darien Nature Center
  • Cherry Lawn Park
  • Barrett Bookstore

NEIGHBORING
TOWNS

  • Stamford Nature Center
  • Museum of Contemporary Art in Westport
  • Waveny Park
  • Irwin Park
  • Rowayton Seafood
  • Hammonasset Beach State Park

QUESTION THREE

What's the best kept
secret in your area? 

We have only been here for 3 months so I am sure there is still so much for us to discover - but the sunset at Pear Tree Beach (and also views of the Manhattan skyline on a very clear day) are pretty spectacular.

QUESTION FOUR

How would you describe the vibe as a local? 

Friendly, family-oriented, and incredibly welcoming.

QUESTION FIVE

What advice would you give someone moving to the area?

If you are coming from the city and nervous about Darien feeling too "small" - don't forget that there are PLENTY of neighboring towns with great restaurants, museums, nature trails, beaches and culture to explore!