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Jeanne Muchnick

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Jeanne Muchnick, Daily Voice Deputy Editor, Content, has covered everything from baby advice for Parents Magazine to travel finds for The Rough Guides to human interest features for The New York Times to lifestyle insights for prevention.com. She has been a Senior Editor at top national women's magazines including Woman's World and Woman's Day and was instrumental in the launch of Gannett's InTown, Rockland and Putnam magazines. She is also the author of Dinner for Busy Moms, a 2010 Mom's Award winner. Among her favorite things to write about: Her neighbors and surrounding communities. So email her and fill her in on what's happening near you. And, follow her on Instagram @dailyvoicefeatures.

Jeanne was formerly a deputy editor at Daily Voice.

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Lifestyle

Stew Leonard's Hosts 38th Annual Turkey Brigade Stew Leonard’s continues its long-standing tradition of giving thanks to the communities it serves with its 38th annual “Turkey Brigade.” The event will take place on Thursday, Nov. 16 at 10 a.m. at the Yonkers location at 1 Stew Leonard Dr. Approximately 2,500 turkeys will be distributed to more than 100 churches, civic groups, elderly housing and senior nutrition programs, and schools in the Norwalk, Newington, and Danbury area as well as in the New York area communities Stew serves (i.e. East Meadow, Farmingdale, and Yonkers). The goal is to help provide Thanksgiving Day meals for fami…

by Jeanne Muchnick

11/15/2017

Business

Fish Tales: Stormville Resident Opens Westchester Seafood Store STORMVILLE, N.Y. -- A Stormville resident is back where he loves: behind the counter of his Westchester County fish market. Longtime fishmonger Phil DeRosa had most recently worked as the retail manager for The Smokehouse in Mamaroneck. When that store abruptly closed -- the owner didn't take care of some listeria concerns, according to DeRosa -- he decided to open his own shop. Mamaroneck Seafood opened Wednesday, Nov. 1 and specializes in fresh seafood, smoked fish and caviar as well as meats (think duck confit and foie gras) and specialty imported groceries. The shop also does customize…

by Jeanne Muchnick

11/14/2017

Business

Dinner With A View: Garrison Restauranteur Opens New Peekskill Eatery GARRISON, N.Y. -- Garrison resident Louie Lanza, the dynamo behind the Hudson Hospitality Group, has opened Fin & Brew in Peekskill. The New American eatery, with a high-end focus on comfort food and small plates, opened quietly on Friday Nov. 3. Among the items on the menu: wild striped bass, Ora king salmon, charred octopus, beer-steamed mussels, and a selection of East and West Coast oysters. The restaurant is a partnership with Lanza, John Sharp (of Peekskill's Gleasons and Birdsall House) and Scott Vaccaro (founder/owner of Captain Lawrence Brewing Company in Elmsford). It's loca…

by Jeanne Muchnick

11/14/2017

Neighbors

The Plotlines Are True: Ridgewood Writer Uses Bergen For TV Inspiration RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- "Write what you know." Such is the mantra of many a writer and for longtime Bergen County resident Caytha Jentis, it's proved helpful with her series on Amazon, "The Other F-Word." The show, now in its second season, revolves around 40 and 50-something moms starting over after their kids are grown. And yes, said Jentis, a lot of the series' plotlines come out of her life. "All my work is inspired by real life experiences but it’s fiction," she said. 'I saw my friends and I were going through what I describe as a ‘mid-life coming of age exper…

by Jeanne Muchnick

11/14/2017

Lifestyle

Passaic County's Best Pies For Thanksgiving: Have You Ordered Yet? PASSAIC COUNTY, N.J. -- Sure we all love turkey -- or the tradition of it at least -- but let's be honest: we all love pie more. So, where are you getting yours this Thanksgiving, Passaic County? We've rounded up a few of our favs sure to dazzle your guests --- and leave you "pie-eyed" for more. Gencarelli's Bakery, Wayne: Pecan, sweet pie, lemon meringue, apple pie, apple crumb and pumpkin are on the menu here where you can pick up a pie Thanksgiving day anytime between 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. No orders necessary. Pick a pie: 321 Valley Rd., 973- 872-0500. Gourmet Desserts, Clifton: W…

by Jeanne Muchnick

11/14/2017

Business

Meet You At The Bar(ra) In Shelton SHELTON, Conn. -- Barra Italian Street Kitchen has opened in Shelton. The new tapas bar, with an emphasis on street food (albeit in an upscale fashion), is meant to be a casual and affordable eatery where folks can dig into Italian tapas, brick oven pizza, wine, craft beer, gelato and more. According to the website, "Barra" in Italian means bar. Set amidst a sophisticated backdrop, the restaurant offers a whimsical and creative menu. Among the options: Arancini Di Roso, classic Sicilian rice ball, Arborio rice, hand pulled mozzarella and Bolognese, Italian Fondua for two, Barra …

by Jeanne Muchnick

11/14/2017

Business

Brewster Restaurant Rebrands; Celebrates Grand Opening There's been a rebranding of Kass Restaurant and Bar in Brewster, with some interior changes as well as modifications to the menu. Expect foods from around the globe -- think Latin, Asian, Italian Pasta, Indian, American, gluten-free and vegetarian. The restaurant opens Wednesday, Nov. 15, with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting on Friday, Nov. 17, complete with free tastings that day from 3 to 6 p.m. The ribbon-cutting at 3:30 p.m. The change is in line with the initiative of the World Heritage Cultural Center, a new nonprofit based in Brewster that is run by Sattie Persaud, the sister o…

by Jeanne Muchnick

11/14/2017

Lifestyle

Bergen County's Best Pies For Thanksgiving: Have You Ordered Yet? BERGEN COUNTY, N.J. -- Sure we all love turkey -- or the tradition of it at least -- but let's be honest: we all love pie more. So, where are you getting yours this Thanksgiving, Bergen? We've rounded up a few of our favs sure to dazzle your guests --- and leave you "pie-eyed" for more. Order soon; many bakeries have a cut-off deadline. Abma's Farm, Wyckoff: Pumpkin walnut, Dutch apple crumb, Swedish apple, Cranberry apple and pecan are some of the many dessert options at this farm favorite where you'll also find cheesecake, Danish and cakes. No cut-off date for ordering -- th…

by Jeanne Muchnick

11/14/2017

Business

PopoJito -- A Bit Mexican, A Bit Mediterranean -- Opens In Scarsdale PopoJito, a new gluten-free eatery, will open its doors on Tuesday, Nov. 14. The 30-seat restaurant, which focuses on healthy fare, is located across from the Scarsdale train station. Chef Constantine Kalandranis, who owns 8 North Broadway in Nyack and 273 Kitchen in Harrison, said PopoJito will offer fresh, Mediterranean-inspired dishes using locally-sourced proteins, seasonal vegetables, and classic flavor elements like smooth tahini and brightness citrus. The twist with PopoJito comes in the form of Mexican-inspired dish structuring, using freshly made corn-based tacos and tortillas t…

by Daily Voice

11/13/2017

Business

Your 'Guy' Is Here: Gymguyz Expands In Fairfield County RIDGEFIELD, Conn. -- There's a new franchisee behind GYMGUYZ in Fairfield County -- and he's looking to expand. Dan Spano, a longtime personal trainer, took over the Greenwich franchise of the at-home gym service in October. The company, which brings a van packed with fitness equipment to you -- think 365 pieces -- was first open a year ago and run by a previous owner. The grand reopening took place last month. At the moment Spano, who resides in Ridgefield, is focused on Greenwich, Ridgefield, Darien, New Canaan and Stamford but stressed that he services the entire county. What makes his …

by Jeanne Muchnick

11/13/2017

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