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Village Social Serves Up More Than Tasty Pizza In Northern Westchester Village Social Serves Up More Than Tasty Pizza In Northern Westchester
Village Social Serves Up More Than Tasty Pizza In Northern Westchester Saucy, savory pizza is the specialty at Village Social Kitchen & Bar, but it’s far from the only item on the menu. Village Social, located at 251 East Main Street in Mount Kisco, was opened in July 2010 by Joe Bueti, who, according to the restaurant’s website, “had a clear vision for his home away from home - a perfect union of design, community, and lifestyle, all while serving up great food, drink, music and conversation.” Mogan Anthony, Village Social’s Executive Chef, has international culinary expertise to push the boundaries of traditional American classics by adding a modern twis…

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by Valerie Musson
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Slice Of History: Johnny's Of Westchester Chosen For Prestigious Pizza Exhibit Slice Of History: Johnny's Of Westchester Chosen For Prestigious Pizza Exhibit
Slice Of History: Johnny's Of Westchester Chosen For Prestigious Pizza Exhibit The owners of a Westchester restaurant renowned for its thin-crust pizza will share some of their secrets -- along with their praised pies -- during a special exhibit next week at Ellis Island, “A Slice of History: Pizza in America.” Johnny's of Mount Vernon is one of only five pizzerias selected for the special exhibit, scheduled from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. next Wednesday, June 12, at the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration. Free pizza will be served from ovens outside the entrance to the museum. A band will spice up the celebratory mood. Co-sponsoring the event are the National Park …

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by Jerry DeMarco
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Wood-Fired Pizzeria Making Splash In Westchester Debut Wood-Fired Pizzeria Making Splash In Westchester Debut
Wood-Fired Pizzeria Making Splash In Westchester Debut If you’re looking for a high-class spin on some authentic and traditional Italian staples, check out Via Forno Wood Fired Pizza and Vinoteca in Scarsdale. Described as a “modern interpretation of a traditional wood-fired pizza restaurant and wine bar concept,” Via Forno is best known for its wood-fired pizza. However, Via Forno also offers a variety of tasty lunch, brunch and dinner options. Located in the former 7-Eleven space at 2 Garth Road, Via Forno makes it easy for customers to try out their cuisine. In addition to providing delivery, customers can also order online through the resta…

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by Valerie Musson
Lifestyle
This Is The One Pizzeria You Should Visit In Westchester, Website Says This Is The One Pizzeria You Should Visit In Westchester, Website Says
This Is The One Pizzeria You Should Visit In Westchester, Website Says Decisions, decisions. If you had to go to one pizzeria in each of New York's 62 counties, which would be the ones? That's a "Pie in the Sky" question for most, who likely wouldn't be able to name more than a handful of counties. But a website has come out with its answers. In presenting them, newyorkupstate.com says its choices may not be the best in each county, but notes, "We just wanted to give a shout out to 62 wonderful places (out of the thousands to choose from, including hundreds in New York City alone!) and tip our readers off to some "pizza pie palaces" t…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Popular Actors Paul Giamatti, Dan Lauria Stop By For Frank Pepe's Pizzeria's Signature Pies Popular Actors Paul Giamatti, Dan Lauria Stop By For Frank Pepe's Pizzeria's Signature Pies
Popular Actors Paul Giamatti, Dan Lauria Stop By For Frank Pepe's Pizzeria's Signature Pies Frank Pepe's Pizza, with two Fairfield County locations and one in Westchester County, has been ranked as one of the world's most popular pizzerias by Zagat. So it's not surprise there have been plenty of visits by celebrities since the restaurant was founded in 1925 by Frank Pepe, who immigrated to New Haven by Italian's Amalfi Coast at age 16. Two well-known Hollywood actors have stopped by for the restaurant's trademark thin-crust pies this month. This past Saturday, Paul Giamatti visited the New Haven store. Giamatti is best known for his breakout role of Kenny "Pig Vomit" Ru…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Restaurant Known For 'Hot Oil Pizza' Opening First Westchester Location Restaurant Known For 'Hot Oil Pizza' Opening First Westchester Location
Restaurant Known For 'Hot Oil Pizza' Opening First Westchester Location A highly popular, long-established Connecticut pizza chain is expanding to Port Chester around Memorial Day. Colonial Grill, which sells "original hot oil bar pizza," has been around since 1935, but is opening its first New York eatery next month. The much-anticipated waterfront Port Chester locale will be the latest locale for after the restaurants have been big hits in its current communities of Fairfield, Stamford, Milford and Norwalk, sponsoring road races and featuring a "Wall of Heroes" with photographs remembering first responders and United State Armed Forces vet…

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by Jon Craig
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Have You Voted Yet? DVlicious Best Westchester County Pizza Contest Have You Voted Yet? DVlicious Best Westchester County Pizza Contest
Have You Voted Yet? DVlicious Best Westchester County Pizza Contest Who has Westchester County's best pizza? We asked -- and you answered. Five eateries are now in the running for the DVlicious "best." The winner will be announced Monday, April 9.

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by Cecilia Levine
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VOTE NOW: Here Are DVlicious Best Westchester County Pizza Finalists VOTE NOW: Here Are DVlicious Best Westchester County Pizza Finalists
Vote NOW: Here Are DVlicious Best Westchester County Pizza Finalists Who has Westchester County's best pizza? We asked -- and you answered. Five eateries are now in the running for the DVlicious "best." The winner will be announced Monday, April 9.

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by Cecilia Levine
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DVlicious: Here Are Leading Nominees So Far For Best Pizza In Westchester DVlicious: Here Are Leading Nominees So Far For Best Pizza In Westchester
DVlicious: Here Are Leading Nominees So Far For Best Pizza In Westchester Thin, well done or stuffed crust. There are few foods that attract such loyalty – and such fierce debate – as pizza. In less than one day, hundreds of nominations for the DVlicious Pizza Competition came pouring in. Below are 10 of the top nominations we've received so far. But it's not too late to add more. If you haven't already emailed us, just leave a comment below with the name of the pizzeria, where it's located and why you think it's best. Or leave a comment stating why you think one of the 10 places listed is best. Five pizza places will be open for voting next week -- and one piz…

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by Cecilia Levine
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DVlicious: Nominate Your Choice For Best Pizza Place In Westchester County DVlicious: Nominate Your Choice For Best Pizza Place In Westchester County
DVlicious: Nominate Your Choice For Best Pizza Place In Westchester County Thin, well done or stuffed crust. There are few foods that attract such loyalty – and such fierce debate – as pizza. In less than one day, hundreds of nominations for the DVlicious Pizza Competition came pouring in. Below are 10 of the top nominations we've received so far. But it's not too late to add more. If you haven't already emailed us, just leave a comment below with the name of the pizzeria, where it's located and why you think it's best. Or leave a comment stating why you think one of the 10 places listed is best. Five pizza places will be open for voting next week -- and one piz…

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by Cecilia Levine
Business
Eat Here Now: New Restaurants South Of I-287 Eat Here Now: New Restaurants South Of I-287
Eat Here Now: New Restaurants South Of I-287 Westchester is a foodie county -- many of us are transplants from Manhattan after all --  and in the dense part of the county south of I-287, that means an ever-expanding repertoire of top-notch restaurants. Over the past few months, there's been a flurry of new openings -- along with the promise of more tasty bites to come.  Read on for where to go. Our Northern Westchester overview can be read by clicking here. Capers Restaurant, Port Chester: This Mediterranean eatery in the spot formerly occupied by Cafe Mirage, opened Sept. 1 and specializes in seafood and a few vegetarian options. T…

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by Jeanne Muchnick