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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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Fairfield, CT

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Fairfield Celebrates Bastille Day With Classic French Chocolate, Pastries FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- The Fourth of July may be behind us but there's still time to pay homage to red, white and blue ... the French way, at least. Bastille Day, on Tuesday, July 14, commemorates the storming of the Bastille on July 14, 1789, marking the end of the monarchy and the beginning of the modern republic (and France's independence). In Fairfield County it means special events highlighting the country's delicious food and wine. A sampling of upcoming celebrations follows. Sunday, July 12, Bastille Day Wine Tasting Dinner at Bernard's, Ridgefield: Enjoy a French-style …

by Jeanne Muchnick

07/11/2015

Darien, CT

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Darien Bridal Boutique Showered With Awards DARIEN, Conn. -- The honeymoon is not over for Ashley Krauss, owner of Darien’s A Little Something White Bridal Couture (ALSW) on Boston Post Road. The boutique, three years old in September, has garnered a host of national and local awards, making Krauss feel incredibly proud and humbled. “Our success is truly a group effort and I am consistently thankful for the dedication of my team in carrying out the mission I set forth when we opened in 2012," said Krauss, a Wilton resident. Among her accolades: being selected as one of Brides Magazines Best Bridal Salons in America. ALSW also…

by Jeanne Muchnick

07/10/2015

Rivertowns, NY

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Dobbs Ferry Photographer Is 'Primed' For Kickstarter Campaign DOBBS FERRY, N.Y. -- Peter Freed, a longtime celebrity photographer, has shot many beautiful women over the years, including a host of famous actresses and models, but admits its "real women" that he finds most intriguing. So much so, in fact, that this Dobbs Ferry resident has spent the last four years working on a book that profiles women of all ages -- from 35 to 104 – photographing them in striking black and white. All of the photos (none of which are retouched) are shot of women without makeup in their natural state and sit on the page opposite essays dealing with aging and life le…

by Jeanne Muchnick

07/10/2015

Mamaroneck, NY

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Summer Dishes Are On The Menu At Westchester Eateries WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- No vacation plans this month? No worries. You can still get a taste of summer with the many entrees offered at a host of Westchester eateries. We've listed a sampling ... beach not included. Shrimp and Grits, Alvin & Friends, New Rochelle: Get a true taste of the South with well-seasoned shrimp and authentic stone-ground grits shipped to the restaurant from Mississippi. Pair with Alvin's famous rum punch for a true "vacation" state of mind. Taste Summer: 49 Lawton St., (914) 654-6549, www.alvinandfriendsrestaurant.com/. Baja Fish Taco, bartaco, Port Ch…

by Jeanne Muchnick

07/09/2015

Mahopac, NY

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Vote For Finalists In Putnam's DVlicious Burger Contest PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- Putnam's most prestigious patty has been narrowed down to five finalists, thanks to you, our burger-loving readers. Now's when the serious voting begins. Let us know who should win the DVlicious "Best Burger in Putnam County" contest. Profiles on each establishment will begin next week with the winner announced at the end of the month. Voting ends July 27 so grab some ketchup (or mustard) and start chiming in (and tell your friends to do the same). The DVlicious hall of fame continues to grow with the best pizza and best ice cream recently crowned.

by Jeanne Muchnick

07/09/2015

Fairfield, CT

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Vote For Finalists In Fairfield County's DVlicious Burger Contest FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Fairfield County's most prestigious patty has been narrowed down to five finalists, thanks to you, our burger-loving readers. Now's when the serious voting begins. Let us know who should win the DVlicious "Best Burger in Fairfield County" contest. Profiles on each establishment will begin next week with the winner announced at the end of the month. Voting ends July 27 so grab some ketchup (or mustard) and start chiming in (and tell your friends to do the same). The DVlicious hall of fame continues to grow with the best pizza and best ice cream recently cro…

by Jeanne Muchnick

07/09/2015

Mahopac, NY

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Summer Dishes Are On The Menu At Putnam County Eateries PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- No vacation plans this month? No worries. You can still get a taste of summer with the many entrees offered at a host of Putnam County eateries. We've listed a sampling ... beach not included. Lobster Tail, The Chophouse, Mahopac: Be transported to the coast with this seven ounce Brazilian lobster tail, broiled and drawn with butter. Taste Summer: 957 Rte. 6, (845) 628-8300, www.thechophousegrille.com/. Steamed Clams Casino, Clock Tower Grill, Brewster: Enjoy a taste of the sea and then some with this popular dish, served with bacon, roasted red peppers, garli…

by Jeanne Muchnick

07/09/2015

Bedford, NY

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Katonah Mom And Daughters Bid For New York's Medical Marijuana Business KATONAH, N.Y. -- After watching her mother pass away from a long illness -- complete with too many painkillers -- Amy Peckham saw firsthand the benefits of medical marijuana. And now the Katonah mom, along with her two daughters, is bidding for the medical marijuana business in New York State. "Our applications are submitted and we're poised and ready with four dispensaries should we get the business," said Peckham, a former paralegal, of her new formed business, the Etain company. One of those dispensaries would be in Yonkers; the others are in Albany, Syracuse and Kingston. The…

by Jeanne Muchnick

07/09/2015

Yonkers, NY

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X-Planations: Yonkers' Chef Peter X. Kelly Celebrates Bastille Day YONKERS, N.Y. -- Vive la France! I hope you will join me Saturday, July 11 as we celebrate Bastille Day in Piermont. This is the the Rockland's town 7th annual Bastille Day Festival which takes place on Main Street and the surrounding riverfront. French flags will flap along Main Street alongside tons of food, wine, specialty cocktails and live music. Just a short ride over the Tappan Zee and you'll be transported with a reenactment of the “Storming of the Bastille,” locals dressed in period costumes and a “Masters Petanque Championship." For foodies, the attraction will be Main Stre…

by Peter X. Kelly

07/09/2015

Fairfield, CT

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Westport Chef Kicks Off Guest Series At Fairfield Eatery With Bubby Pizza FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- There's someone new in the kitchen at Fairfield's Brick + Wood. As part of the restaurant's guest chef pizza series, Jes Bengtson, head chef at Westport's The Granola Bar, will unveil her “Bubby Pizza” on Wednesday, July 8 from 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. This first time endeavor will include Bengtson's house-cured salmon, goat cheese, ricotta, arugula, caramelized leeks, red onion, and her own homemade caper oil. She created the caper oil by boiling olive oil, fresh dill, capers and caper juice for a distinct flavor. “We wanted to create a creative and delicious pizza t…

by Jeanne Muchnick

07/08/2015

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