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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.

Jeanne Muchnick's Contributions

Lifestyle

Poughkeepsie's Ugly Mug Is 'Strong' Contender In DVlicious Coffee Contest POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- Coffee rules. Especially at 7 am on a Monday. Or 9 a.m on a weekend you’re your morning cuppa soothes the soul. We asked for your favorites; three are now in the running in our DVlicious contest for the best coffeehouse in Dutchess. Each has been profiled this week. Let your fingers do the clicking while you sip, savor – and vote. Voting ends at 4 p.m. Monday, Feb. 27. You are allowed to vote multiple times, albeit once per day. The Ugly Mug, Poughkeepsie What Makes It "Strong": The recently opened cafe, owned by a local councilman in Fishkill, prides its…

by Daily Voice

02/15/2017

Lifestyle

Larchmont Designer Puts Expertise To Test In 'Property Brothers' LARCHMONT, N.Y. -- Kim Mitchell, founder of Larchmont-based KAM Design returns as the Design Lead for the latest installment of "Property Brothers." Season 10, Episode 9, entitled "Unexpected Dream Home," premieres on HGTV on Wednesday, Feb. 15. Mitchell, recently honored as "Best of Houzz 2017" in the Customer Service Category and a finalist for Westchester Home’s 2017 Design Awards, worked with the design brother duo to navigate the area -- the house is located in Southern Westchester though she can't reveal where. The interior designer worked on three epis…

by Jeanne Muchnick

02/15/2017

Lifestyle

Reverie Caffe Brews Up Local Beans, Food & Talent In DVlicious Contest PATTERSON, N.Y. -- Coffee rules. Especially at 7 am on a Monday. Or 9 a.m on a weekend you’re your morning cuppa soothes the soul. We asked for your favorites; three are now in the running in our DVlicious contest. Each has been profiled this week. Let your fingers do the clicking while you sip, savor – and vote. Voting ends at 4 p.m. Monday, Feb. 27. You are allowed to vote multiple times, albeit once per day. Reverie Caffe, Patterson What Makes It "Strong": Reverie, owned by area sisters Megan and Francesca Denaut, uses local roasted coffee beans from Bear Mountain Coffee Ro…

by Daily Voice

02/15/2017

Neighbors

Fairfield Mom Finds Second Career In Wine Business FAIRFIELD. Conn. -- Lisa Goldman, a special education teacher serving children from birth to age three, was looking to make extra money when she heard about a wine tasting direct sales company. The minute she heard OneHope Wine donates 50 percent of its profits to partner causes, she was "in." "I just like the philosophy and the idea of giving back," she said. "And who doesn't love wine?" The company is based out of Napa Valley, CA and collaborates with the Mondavi Family. Wine is sold by the bottle, half case or full case. Customers can also order from an ar…

by Jeanne Muchnick

02/15/2017

Neighbors

Two Couples Mix Romance With Volunteerism At Danbury Hospital DANBURY, Conn. --- This Valentine's Day, many couples are making reservations to wine and dine each other, cook a meal, buy flowers, or indulge in chocolates, but some locals have found a more meaningful way to rekindle their romance -- they volunteer together. "There's a special feeling you get inside when you give of yourself," said Jill Kaplan who, along with her husband, Harold, volunteers at Danbury Hospital. The two, married almost 44 years, often compare their volunteering to a date night. While in his 40s, Harold had a heart attack and was treated at the hospital and said …

by Daily Voice

02/14/2017

Neighbors

22K & Counting: Beacon Crafter Sews Her Way To Social Media Stardom BEACON, N.Y. -- What started as a sewing blog in 2009 has turned into a full-blown career for Gretchen Hirsch. An avid crafter who'd always been into the retro look, she started writing "Gertie's New Blog for Better Sewing" with the goal of sewing her way through a vintage sewing book. This, after being laid off from her NYC job in children's book publishing. "Sewing was my main hobby and creative outlet," said the Beacon resident. "But it can be isolating, which is why I started the blog -- to connect with other people." The fact that she was young and hip in…

by Jeanne Muchnick

02/14/2017

Lifestyle

10 Valentine's Day Truths From Briarcliff 'Messenger of Love' BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y. -- With a title like “Messenger of Love,” you’d think Susie Mordoh was a matchmaker. But the local Briarcliff Manor personal development coach and public speaker is more about the law of attraction than setting people up on first dates. Earlier this year, Mordoh self-published the Feel the Love Transformation Cards, including 53 universal truths that inspire users to set an intention for the day. “I knew this was a way to help anyone that was open to receiving a little spiritual guidance,” said Mordoh. “I've always felt the nudge to create a deck of my own as a ‘low…

by Daily Voice

02/14/2017

Lifestyle

Upper Saddle River Matchmaker: Give Chances, Don't Judge UPPER SADDLE RIVER, N.J. -- Love rules. But dating, well, that can be difficult. We sat down with Upper Saddle River resident Michelle Frankel, founder and "Chief Love Office" of NYCity Matchmaking, to find out more about the dating world -- and, of course -- how to find love. Daily Voice: What are most people looking for with a partner but can't find? Michelle Frankel: Most people are looking for and want to be loved, accepted and appreciated. Men tend to focus more on physical attributes whereas women on financial stability. DV: What are the hurdles? MF: Giving someone a re…

by Jeanne Muchnick

02/14/2017

Lifestyle

Take Your Valentine For A 'Sweet' Meal, Fairfield County FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- A lot of love goes into designing a Valentine's menu — and Fairfield County is ablaze with options. A sampling follows; feel free to add your own to our comments or Facebook page. Another way to keep your Valentine's "hot?" Check out our previous story on fireplace dining. Cafe Xpresso, Newtown: Indulge your sweet tooth with the chocolate mousse or strawberry mousse hearts or opt for the chocolate cupcakes filled with strawberry jam. Love Rules: 150 S Main St., (203) 304-9955. Del Frisco’s Grille, Stamford: Couples can cozy up while indulging in weeken…

by Jeanne Muchnick

02/14/2017

Neighbors

83-Year-Old Wilton Author Stirs Up Memories In New Family Cookbook WILTON, Conn. — An 83-year-old former lawyer is finding a second calling as a cookbook author. Anthony LoFrisco said he's been amazed at the response he's been getting since self-publishing his book, "The LoFrisco Family Cookbook: How Josie Brought Sicily to Brooklyn" in December 2016. That includes a glowing thumbs up from Publisher's Weekly, which he's still reeling over. Pretty impressive considering the Wilton resident had no outline or preconceived ideas when he started writing down the stories of his youth -- and the cooking that accompanied it. "It just flowed out o…

by Jeanne Muchnick

02/13/2017

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