The Westport Project Awards Are Here! Voting

Nominate your local favorite small businesses now through Thursday, August 7! Official voting day takes place on August 11-13 on Instagram.

Keep reading for details on how to participate!

We're thrilled to announce The Westport Project Awards, a local celebration of the people, places, and small businesses that make Westport the vibrant community we’re proud to call home. Whether it’s your daily coffee spot or the workout class that keeps you energized, this is your chance to help shine a light on the local legends who deserve a little extra love.

Inspired by the energy of our newest endeavor, The Westport Project, a net-zero smart home build with a web series hosted by Eva Amurri—we’re putting a spotlight on the lifestyle that makes this town so special. And what better way than with a little friendly fan-favorite competition?

Nominations Are NOW OPEN: August 4–7, 2025

You’ll have the next three days only to input your nominations for Westport’s best in thirteen standout categories. Winners will be announced on social and featured throughout The Westport Project content series, including our web series, blog, and more.

Here Are The Categories:

Help us crown Westport’s finest across these fun, lifestyle-driven categories:

  • Best Breakfast Sandwich

  • Best Iced Coffee

  • Best Workout Class

  • Best Kids Activity

  • Best Boutique

  • Best Girls’ Lunch

  • Best Blowout

  • Best Mani/Pedi

  • Best Pizza

  • Best Date Night Dinner

  • Best Dessert

  • Best Bar Scene / Bartender

  • Favorite Local Creator

Here’s How To Nominate

We’re keeping it simple and social:

  1. Head to @thewestportproject on Instagram stories

  2. Tap through the story posts for each category and submit your picks via the question boxes

  3. Come back daily, there will be new prompts and category highlights each day this week.
    You can also nominate by emailing us at hello@theodellgrp.com!

Here is Why It Matters

Along with the design-build process of the smart home we’re building in Compo Beach, we are also building up our community, supporting small businesses, and having a little fun along the way. Everyone is invited to cast their votes, including long-time locals and new to the neighborhood, your voice helps shape the energy of our town. So let’s celebrate the best of Westport, together.

📣 Nominate now, and let your favorites know how much you love them. The countdown is on. Let the voting begin!

OFFICIAL VOTING WILL TAKE PLACE ON INSTAGRAM ON AUGUST 11, 2025. STAY TUNED!

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