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HV Grocery Store Closing Its Doors After Rent Hike, Owner Says: 'Hard To Put Into Words' HV Grocery Store Closing Its Doors After Rent Hike, Owner Says: 'Hard To Put Into Words'
HV Grocery Store Closing Its Doors After Rent Hike, Owner Says: 'Hard To Put Into Words' A Main Street shop in Dutchess County known for its carefully curated snacks and drinks will close at the end of the month, the owner announced.  Stella’s Fine Market, located in Beacon at 155 Main St., will shut down after years of serving the city's shoppers with emerging food and beverage brands. The closure is due to a rent increase that the owner said has become unaffordable.  "I didn’t want to end our stay on Main Street, but our rent increase became something I simply couldn’t afford any longer," the owner, Nikki, wrote in a heartfelt social media post on Saturday, Jun…

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by Ben Crnic
Business
'Bittersweet End': Popular Café In Hudson Valley Closes After 20 Years Of Breakfast, Tea 'Bittersweet End': Popular Café In Hudson Valley Closes After 20 Years Of Breakfast, Tea
'Bittersweet End': Popular Café In Hudson Valley Closes After 20 Years Of Breakfast, Tea For two decades, it was the kind of place where your waitress might’ve made the soup and remembered your favorite muffin. Now, Hudson is saying goodbye to Tanzy’s, the cozy café and gift shop on Warren Street that locals and tourists alike came to cherish. It officially closed its doors on Sunday, June 15. Owners and sisters Sandie Tanzillo-Gay and Tisha Tanzillo-Mulligan made the bittersweet announcement weeks before on Facebook, sharing that after 20 years of warm service, comforting breakfasts, and afternoon teas, they had decided to retire. “It has been a pleasure to serve the commun…

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by Michael Mashburn
News
'Mr. Cash Drop' Hides Money Around NJ For You To Find, And His Identity Was Just Revealed 'Mr. Cash Drop' Hides Money Around NJ For You To Find, And His Identity Was Just Revealed
'Mr. Cash Drop' Hides Money Around NJ For You To Find, And His Identity Was Just Revealed The secret’s out: The man behind New Jersey’s viral cash hunts is not some reclusive millionaire — he’s a warehouse logistics manager from the suburbs. Samuel Norris, 42, has been unmasked as the good-hearted trickster known on Instagram as “Mr. Cash Drop,” according to a New York Post exclusive.  Since March, he’s been stuffing envelopes with $50 to $100 and stashing them in bushes, taping them to beach railings, and sliding them under rocks across the Garden State. Norris and his girlfriend, Trina, started the project for fun — picking drop spots at random while driving along the NJ…

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by Cecilia Levine
Business
'Shark Tank' Deal Goes To Glitter-Crusted, Truffle-Laced Mozzarella Sticks 'Shark Tank' Deal Goes To Glitter-Crusted, Truffle-Laced Mozzarella Sticks
'Shark Tank' Deal Goes To Glitter-Crusted, Truffle-Laced Mozzarella Sticks Two New Jersey entrepreneurs struck a major deal on ABC’s Shark Tank, landing a $150,000 offer from Lori Greiner for their Atlantic City-based mozzarella stick brand, MAD MUTZ. The episode aired on Friday, April 18, and featured Mike Hauke and Michael Burns, co-founders of MAD MUTZ, who pitched their bold take on mozzarella sticks — made fresh from scratch in Atlantic City with locally sourced milk, no preservatives, and a whole lot of attitude. Greiner took the bait, offering $150K for a 20% stake in the company. After the episode, she raved on Instagram: “Oh my god I just ate the most del…

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by Cecilia Levine
Business
Sweet News: New Gelato Shop Coming To Westchester In Time For Warmer Weather Sweet News: New Gelato Shop Coming To Westchester In Time For Warmer Weather
Sweet News: New Gelato Shop Coming To Westchester In Time For Warmer Weather Ice cream lovers, rejoice — a new gelato shop is about to make things a whole lot sweeter in a Westchester hamlet.  Gotham Freeze, a family-owned artisanal gelato and sorbet company, is celebrating its soft opening this weekend, Saturday and Sunday, April 19 and 20, at its new storefront at 13 East Hartsdale Ave. The store will be open from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. both days.  Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner, who announced the opening on Wednesday, said it was good news for anyone needing a little joy and flavor to beat life’s daily stressors.  "If you love ice cream and so…

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by Ben Crnic
Readers Choice
Westchester County, Meet Your 2024 Daily Voice Readers’ Choice Winners! Westchester County, Meet Your 2024 Daily Voice Readers’ Choice Winners!
Westchester County, Meet Your 2024 Daily Voice Readers’ Choice Winners! The votes are in, and the excitement is real! After weeks of nominations, weeks of enthusiastic voting, and incredible local support, we’re thrilled to reveal the winners of the 2024 Daily Voice Readers’ Choice Awards! Spanning six major categories—Food & Drink, Health & Beauty, Arts & Entertainment, Home & Service, Shopping, and Professional—your votes have crowned the top picks in 86 different fields. From favorite restaurants and top-rated salons to skilled tradespeople and must-visit entertainment spots, this year’s winners showcase the very best of Westchester County. B…

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by Daily Voice
Readers Choice
Best Indian Restaurant In Westchester County In 2024: Chutney Masala Best Indian Restaurant In Westchester County In 2024: Chutney Masala
Best Indian Restaurant In Westchester County In 2024: Chutney Masala We are thrilled to announce that Chutney Masala has been named Best Indian Restaurant in Westchester County in the Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, Chutney Masala takes pride in its commitment to quality, using free-range meats and locally sourced produce, fresh ingredients, and bold spices—all to deliver a menu filled with classic and contemporary dishes.   One enthusiastic Readers' Choice voter called Churney Masala the “best Indian cuisine.”  The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the Best in Westchester County…

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by Daily Voice
Readers Choice
Best Pizza In Westchester County In 2024: Pizza Fenice Best Pizza In Westchester County In 2024: Pizza Fenice
Best Pizza In Westchester County In 2024: Pizza Fenice We are thrilled to announce that Pizza Fenice has been named Best Pizza in Westchester County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, Pizza Fenice was founded by Bronx native John Gristina, who has been passionate about pizza-making since he started working in his father’s pizzeria at just 12 years old.  With a commitment to high-quality ingredients and innovative flavors, the pizzeria has quickly built a devoted following, per its website. "It’s the best Pizza Place In town!" said a Readers' Choice voter. "Thanks to Pizza Fenice, I went up thr…

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by Daily Voice
Readers Choice
Best Florist In Westchester County In 2024: Plants and Things Floral Design Best Florist In Westchester County In 2024: Plants and Things Floral Design
Best Florist In Westchester County In 2024: Plants and Things Floral Design We are thrilled to announce that Plants and Things Floral Design has been named Best Florist in Westchester County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, Plants and Things Floral Design has been a cherished part of the Westchester community for over 44 years, providing breathtaking floral arrangements for life’s most meaningful moments.  "Bobbi, she does amazing work. Love her designs," said a voter about Plants and Things. Photo supplied by Plants and Things Floral Design Owners Bobbi and Frank Randazzo have built a reputation for excellence,…

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by Daily Voice
Readers Choice
Best Bagels In Westchester County In 2024: The Bagel Emporium Of Tarrytown Best Bagels In Westchester County In 2024: The Bagel Emporium Of Tarrytown
Best Bagels In Westchester County In 2024: The Bagel Emporium Of Tarrytown We are thrilled to announce that the Bagel Emporium of Tarrytown has been named Best Bagels in Westchester in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! Bagel Emporium bagels are crafted with the utmost care, according to its website, using high-quality ingredients and a tried-and-true baking method that delivers that signature flavor and texture. From classic plain bagels to unique specialty options, there’s something for every bagel lover, per its website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the Best in Westchester County began with reader nomination…

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by Daily Voice
Business
Popular Westchester Restaurant Closes Suddenly After 13 Years Popular Westchester Restaurant Closes Suddenly After 13 Years
Popular Westchester Restaurant Closes Suddenly After 13 Years A popular Westchester restaurant that hosted reunions, birthday parties, and get-togethers for locals for more than a decade, announced its sudden and unexpected closure, leaving longtime patrons and city officials heartbroken.  The closure of Maggie Spillane’s Ale House, owned by Tony Spillane and located in Mount Vernon at 571 Gramatan Ave., will take effect on Saturday, Nov. 30, according to an announcement posted on the restaurant’s Facebook page.  Maggie Spillane's quickly became a Westchester staple since opening in 2011. The decision to close was attributed to unforeseen c…

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by Ben Crnic
Business
Food Hall Gets Liquor License In Westchester Thanks To Amended Legislation Food Hall Gets Liquor License In Westchester Thanks To Amended Legislation
Food Hall Gets Liquor License In Westchester Thanks To Amended Legislation Thanks to the efforts of lawmakers, a Northern Westchester eatery that had been unable to get a liquor license for years because of its proximity to a church can finally serve drinks.  Since opening in February 2016, Mount Kisco's Exit 4 Food Hall, located at 153 East Main St., had been trying to secure a state liquor license. However, co-owner Isi Albanese was unable to do so for years because the eatery was located within 200 feet of a local church.  This posed a problem, as New York state law prohibited issuing liquor licenses to establishments within 200 feet of a house o…

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by Ben Crnic
Lifestyle
These Westchester County Bagel Shops Among Top 100 In NY, New Ranking Says These Westchester County Bagel Shops Among Top 100 In NY, New Ranking Says
These Westchester County Bagel Shops Among Top 100 In NY, New Ranking Says Whether for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, these bagels are the cream (cheese?) of the crop. Nearly three dozen businesses outside of New York City made the “Top 100 Bagel Shops in New York 2024” ranking by Yelp. To come up with its list, the restaurant review site identified businesses in the bagel category, then ranked those spots using a number of factors, including the total volume and ratings of reviews. Yelp’s ranking includes a mix of decades-old storefronts and newcomers making names for themselves post-COVID-19 pandemic.  Menus boast everything from the classics (plain, sesame…

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by Michael Mashburn
Events
Ossining River Jam: Music, Food & Fun By Waterfront Fridays This Summer Ossining River Jam: Music, Food & Fun By Waterfront Fridays This Summer
Ossining River Jam: Music, Food & Fun By Waterfront Fridays This Summer The annual Ossining Riverjam Summer Concert Series kicked off with a bang on Wednesday, July 3, marking a successful start to another summer filled with music, food, drinks, and fun on the Ossining waterfront.  Residents and visitors alike gathered at the Louis Engel Waterfront Park to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, lively performances, and stunning fireworks display—setting the stage for more exciting Friday nights ahead, all summer long. The spirit of partnership between the Town of Ossining, the Greater Ossining Chamber of Commerce, and Ossining’s community of local businesses sh…

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by Daily Voice
Lifestyle
Iconic Hudson Valley Eatery Days Away From Closing After 50 Years In Business Iconic Hudson Valley Eatery Days Away From Closing After 50 Years In Business
Iconic Hudson Valley Eatery Days Away From Closing After 50 Years In Business After a half-century of slinging some of the best hot dogs to be found in the Hudson Valley, the three owners of Smith Street Hot Dogs are hanging up their aprons and closing the business permanently. John Pavlos, one of the owners of the Dutchess County restaurant located of course on Smith Street in the City of Poughkeepsie, told Daily Voice it's time to retire, spend some time with his wife, and travel. "It's been great," Pavlos said. "We have the best customers who have been coming for years." Yum, a couple of Smith Street hot dogs.Smith Street Hot Dogs Packed for years, Pavlos sai…

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
New Ice Cream Parlor Opens Its Doors In Westchester New Ice Cream Parlor Opens Its Doors In Westchester
New Ice Cream Parlor Opens Its Doors In Westchester A new ice cream parlor has officially opened its doors in Westchester County. Ice Cream Social opened in White Plains on Monday, July 5. The shop is located at 481 Mamaroneck Ave. "The point of Ice Cream Social is to help create the kind of city we want to live in," said Erin O'Keefe, who opened up the shop with Pam Geiger. "We are White Plains natives and love White Plains, and this is our way of giving back to the community, as we're hoping this will be a community-oriented space for friends, family, parents and kids to enjoy."  The business' online menu lists a variety of flav…

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by Nicole Valinote
Obituaries
Co-Owner Of Popular Westchester Pizzeria Dies At Age 49 Co-Owner Of Popular Westchester Pizzeria Dies At Age 49
Co-Owner Of Popular Westchester Pizzeria Dies At Age 49 This story has been updated. Westchester County has lost one of its most beloved pizzeria owners. Putnam County resident Joe Piscopo Jr., age 49, of Brewster, the co-owner of Johnny's Pizzeria in Mount Vernon, died on Friday, Jan. 29. Know for his hearty and friendly laugh, Piscopo ran the 79-year-old restaurant with his brother, Ricky, and sisters Concetta and Tina after their mother Maria Piscopo died in 2018 at age 69 from injuries sustained in a crash on I-684. Known for its extra-thin pizza, and for being a kind of meeting place for locals, Johnny's has been home to the Piscopo famil…

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by Kathy Reakes
Business
Iconic Westchester Hardware Store In Business Since 1879 To Close Iconic Westchester Hardware Store In Business Since 1879 To Close
Iconic Westchester Hardware Store In Business Since 1879 To Close An iconic Westchester hardware store that has been an institution since the 1800s will be closing its doors. Brewer True Value Hardware in Mamaroneck, which dates back to 1879, will be closing their East Post Road doors over the summer, the owners announced. There has been no announcement about the reasoning behind the closure, which is expected to take effect on July 3. “Sharing with all....starting tomorrow 5/1 there will be signs posted on a Mamaroneck Landmark for a going out of business sale,” Scott Croce posted on Facebook. “As of July 3, 2019, Brewers Hardware will be closing its doo…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
Popular Irish Eatery Eileen's Re-Opens In Westchester Popular Irish Eatery Eileen's Re-Opens In Westchester
Popular Irish Eatery Eileen's Re-Opens In Westchester After closing in January of 2018, Eileen’s has reopened at 960 McLean Avenue in Yonkers with a new name, a new look and some fresh Irish fare. Formerly known as Eileen’s Country Kitchen, the eatery was initially established in 1997 by Eileen Mannion. Mannion decided to close the eatery to rethink strategy and redecorate with some modern flair, including exposed brick, new lighting fixtures and more. "The old diner concept is dying," Mannion told Lohud. "The restaurant business has changed due to the advent of apps such as Grub Hub, Door Dash and Uber Eats and we restaurateurs need to chang…

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by Valerie Musson
Business
Popular Westchester Pub Days Away From Closing Time Popular Westchester Pub Days Away From Closing Time
Popular Westchester Pub Days Away From Closing Time It’s going to be last call for one of Westchester’s longest operating pubs. After shutting down its kitchen last week, Tighe’s Tavern on Martine Avenue in White Plains has announced it will be closing its doors on Sunday, Feb. 17 after nearly a century in Westchester. Last call will be at approximately 4 a.m. The popular pub has been operating in the area since 1935, serving a series of regulars in the area cold beer and traditional bar food such as burgers and traditional Irish dishes. The space is reportedly being vacated by the owner, who is looking to pursue other ventures. “Still the …

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by Zak Failla
Business
Popular Westchester Restaurant Closes After Decades In Business Popular Westchester Restaurant Closes After Decades In Business
Popular Westchester Restaurant Closes After Decades In Business La Riserva, a mainstay of Italian cuisine in Larchmont, closed its doors on Sunday, July 1 after 41 years as a popular local business. Michael Vivolo, owner Dean Vivolo's father, was the face of the restaurant on for most of its existence.  In 1977, Michael Vivolo opened the restaurant on Boston Post Road with the late Carlo Colaianni. The closing was announced on the restaurant's Facebook page: "We would like to express our sincere gratitude to our loyal customers who came to show their support as we say goodbye after 41 years in Larchmont." "Our family is honored by the n…

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by Jon Craig