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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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Business

The Westchester's New Food Hall Gears Up For Opening WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- It's April and that means the opening of Savor Westchester, the new dining experience at The Westchester in White Plains, is not far off. The collection of eclectic eateries - including some of Manhattan’s and Connecticut’s most popular and notable casual dining hot spots – are set to open at the end of this month. Among the venues hungry shoppers will find: Whitmans New York, Mighty Quinn’s Barbeque, Juice Generation, Tomato & Co., and Bluestone Lane. Hai Street Kitchen will also be part of the mix, set to open sometime in the summer. The 350-seat dining venue, o…

by Jeanne Muchnick

04/05/2017

Neighbors

There's No 'Doubt:' 19-Year-Old Hastings Singer Is On The Road To Stardom HASTINGS-ON-HUDSON, N.Y. -- Caleb Flood can’t remember a time in his life where he wasn’t fascinated by music. As a toddler, the Hastings resident would put on performances for his family and beat on a drum set made of pots and pans. He started taking piano at five but by eight had moved onto the guitar. Now, you can find the 19-year-old traveling the world belting out original songs and playing a range of instruments, including the guitar, piano, bass, and drums. (He can also play ukulele, harmonica, and a few other random instruments.) If you're a WXPK ("The Peak") listener, …

by Jeanne Muchnick

04/05/2017

Business

A Little 'Candy' Goes A Long Way For One Yorktown Mom YORKTOWN, N.Y. -- What had once been a kid's playroom is now a shoe "warehouse" of sorts for one Yorktown mom. Kara Schwartz -- who goes by Kara Mac professionally -- launched ShoeCandy in December 2014 and has since grown the company beyond her wildest dreams — with more exciting things on the horizon. Mac, a long time shoe aficionado and mother of two, said she found it challenging to find stylish shoe options that would work for every part of her hectic life. So, she set out to create something that could instantly adapt to suit the needs of the wearer without compromising sty…

by Jeanne Muchnick

04/05/2017

Business

Shave & Save: Kennedy's In Stamford, Darien Offers Easter Deal STAMFORD, Conn. --- Since taking ownership of Kennedy's All American Barber Shop last June in Stamford, Darien and West Hartford, Rupal Patel has been very busy. First, the Stamford resident did lots of marketing and sponsoring of area athletic teams. She also started member/client appreciation days at each clubs. And now, she has an Easter special, basically offering a free gift with a purchase of a service. Patal said it's her extraordinary customer service, professional barbers and well-trained managers that make her business successful. "It's really a team effort," she said. …

by Jeanne Muchnick

04/05/2017

News

Culture, Food, Put Stamford Among Top Cities To Visit, Says New Report STAMFORD, Conn. -- Watch out for tourists, Stamford. The city was recently named among the "Best Mid-Sized Cities to Visit in the Northeast" by RewardExpert. Stamford came in number five after Syracuse, NY; Providence, R.I.; New Haven; and Allentown, PA thanks to its vibrant cultural and culinary scene. The study looked at 250 mid-sized cities in the U.S. and evaluated them on 13 key metrics, broken down into four categories: Affordability, Safety, Recreational Activities, and City Profile. RewardExpert specifically pointed out the Stamford Museum and Nature Center as well as …

by Daily Voice

04/05/2017

Business

More Space To Brew & Roast: Sunshine Coffee Roasters Re-Opens In Larchmont LARCHMONT, N.Y. -- Sunshine Coffee Roasters (SRC) has officially opened after a six-week renovation. The revamped space is lighter and more open, with a lot more available seating, and an industrial chic vibe (think exposed pipes and reclaimed wood). "It's all about making our customers comfortable," said Co-Owner John Minotti. The New Rochelle resident owns the cafe with Larchmont residents Michael and Debbie Contopoulos. (See earlier Daily Voice story HERE.) The counter, too, has been updated, creating much-needed space and a better flow. And, said Minotti, more surprises ar…

by Jeanne Muchnick

04/04/2017

Lifestyle

Get Pie-Eyed: Vote For Bergen's DVlicious Best Pizza BERGEN COUNTY, N.J. -- Who has Bergen's best pizza? We asked -- and you answered. Three eateries are now in the running for the DVlicious "best" and will be profiled the week of April 17. In the meantime, start voting. Voting ends 4 p.m. Thursday, April 27. You can vote multiple times, albeit once per day.

by Daily Voice

04/04/2017

Lifestyle

Get Pie-Eyed: Vote For Passaic County's DVlicious Best Pizza PASSAIC COUNTY, N.J. -- Who has Passaic County's best pizza? We asked -- and you answered. Three eateries are now in the running for the DVlicious "best" and will be profiled the week of April 17. In the meantime, start voting. Voting ends 4 p.m. Thursday, April 27. You can vote multiple times, albeit once per day.

by Daily Voice

04/04/2017

Events

Get The Scoop With Free Ben & Jerry's Cones In White Plains, Yonkers WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- For the first time ever, Showcase Cinemas is participating in Ben & Jerry’s Free Cone Day on Tuesday, April 4. That means, from noon to 8 p.m., you can enjoy complimentary ice cream at City Center 15 Cinema de Lux in White Plains (1-29 Mamaroneck Ave.) and Showcase Cinema de Lux Ridge Hil Yonkers (29 Fitzgerald St.) -- and get any flavor you want. To make the deal even sweeter, Free Cone Day falls on Bargain Tuesday, which gives Showcase customers discounted admission beginning at $8.50 per ticket. For the inside scoop on Ben & Jerry’s visit www.benjerry…

by Daily Voice

04/04/2017

Lifestyle

Get Pie-Eyed: Vote For Putnam's DVlicious Best Pizza PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- Who has Putnam's best pizza? We asked -- and you answered. Three eateries are now in the running for the DVlicious "best" and will be profiled the week of April 17. In the meantime, start voting. Voting ends 4 p.m. Thursday, April 27. You can vote multiple times, albeit once per day.

by Daily Voice

04/04/2017

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