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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

Mount Kisco's Myong Gourmet Serves Up Gluten-Free Latkes MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- Myong Feiner, the chef/owner of Myong Gourmet, has a flair for blending global and exotic flavors. Having married into the Jewish faith that also means she's a pro at traditional holiday dishes such as latkes. With Hanukkah next up on the calendar, here's her gluten-free latke recipe. Ingredients: 10 Idaho potatoes washed and peeled (soaking in water) 5 eggs 1 cup of chopped onion (Spanish Onion is fine) 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon, pepper oil to fry; canola works best Directions: On a box grater or food processor grate all the potatoes and…

by Jeanne Muchnick

12/16/2014

Lifestyle

Fairfield Chef Shares Potato Latke Recipe For Hanukkah FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- Ethan Kostbar, who grew up in Israel and now works as the chef at Armonk's Moderne Barn, said he knows latkes are traditionally served with sour cream and fruit preserves. However, he enjoys making them with salmon gravlox for a modern twist. "My family and I love to eat fish so this is a perfect twist to one of our favorite Hannukah staples," he said. The Fairfield resident makes these often for parties at the restaurant as they make a great passed hors’ d’oeuvres; you can find them on Moderne Barn's menu as a special for the holiday. Latkes Ingredients: 4 …

by Jeanne Muchnick

12/16/2014

Neighbors

Larchmont Dads Rock And Roll With Their Band, 'Sway' LARCHMONT, N.Y. -- What do a local television anchor, a fashion icon's brother, an FM radio executive, a school head master and a contractor have in common? They're all part of a rock and roll band called “Sway” that plays in a host of venues around Southern Westchester. They are performing Saturday, Dec. 20, at Spectators in New Rochelle as part of a Toys for Tots Holiday party. The band was founded in 2011 by Andy Hilfiger, Larchmont resident and brother of designer Tommy Hilfiger, and Ted Utz, Hilfiger's neighbor, native Larchmonter and vice president/general manager of Heritage Amer…

by Jeanne Muchnick

12/16/2014

Events

Port Chester Theater Turns Back Clock With '80s Band PORT CHESTER, N.Y. -- The '80s are alive and well and will be celebrated at The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester on Friday, Jan. 9, when Jessie's Girl, with a special appearance by Howard Jones, a founding father of early '80s synth-pop, takes the stage. The is the fourth "Turn Back the Cap" event for the 88-year-old theater, which is big into celebrating its past as well as its present. Jessie's Girl has been called a “killer '80s band” by Huffington Post while Howard Jones is known for songs like "What Is Love?," "Things Can Only Get Better" and "Everlasting Love." To file under…

by Jeanne Muchnick

12/16/2014

Lifestyle

What's On Your iPod? Westport DJ Offers His Festive Favorites FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- What holiday songs put you in a jolly, merry mood? Westport resident Chris Herrmann, the program director and DJ at 107.1The Peak radio station in North White Plains, N.Y., shares his top five favorites. The Waitresses, Christmas Wrapping: "Maybe the finest holiday song and bass line ever," he said. Bruce Springsteen, Santa Claus Is Coming To Town: "A simply amazing live recording." Nat King Cole, The Christmas Song: "Perfection." JD McPherson, Twinkle (Little Christmas Lights): "A new addition that keeps company with the best." The Kinks, Father Ch…

by Jeanne Muchnick

12/15/2014

Lifestyle

Westchester Radio DJs Offer Holiday Playlists WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- What holiday songs put you in a jolly, merry mood? Two noted disc jockeys from 107.1The Peak radio station in North White Plains -- Scarsdale resident Jimmy Fink and Westport, Conn., resident Chris Herrmann -- offer some of their personal favorites. From Fink: "I'll Be Home for Christmas": "Bing Crosby had the first recording of it in 1943. It's actually an amazing song because it was written during WW II and is really so sad. The singer, possibly a soldier fighting a war far away, says all the things he wants at home for Christmas and ends up with the …

by Jeanne Muchnick

12/15/2014

Lifestyle

Former Greenwich Resident On New Bravo Docu-Series 'Friends To Lovers?' WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Can dating your best friend be the key to lasting love? A new Bravo docu-series, "Friends to Lovers?" which premieres Jan. 12, with a sneak peek Monday, Dec. 15, at 10 pm., seeks to answer that, with Westchester native Kris Ruby among the five sets of singles featured. Ruby, who grew up in Edgemont and Waccabuc, and lived for years in Greenwich, Conn., runs a Westchester public relations and social media agency, Ruby Media Group. She met Alex Goldman eight years ago and after going on one date together, immediately put him in the “friend” category. "We've bot…

by Jeanne Muchnick

12/15/2014

Lifestyle

One Is All It Takes At Mamaroneck's Sandbox Theatre Christmas Oz Show MAMARONECK, N.Y. -- You may think it's hard to keep track of all you have to do, especially this time of year, but imagine what it's like to play more than 20 characters in one show. No sweat, according to Jason Summers, Westchester's Sandbox Theatre's artistic director who acts out every single part in the family interactive musical "A Christmas Wizard of Oz," starting Saturday, Dec. 20 in Mamaroneck. "For me, it's all about the voices and the physicality," said the New Rochelle native who now resides in Brooklyn. "I work extremely hard in making sure each character has a distinctive w…

by Jeanne Muchnick

12/15/2014

Lifestyle

Toast The Holidays With A Colorful Cocktail From Pelham Caterer Nisa Lee PELHAM, N.Y. -- Wondering what to serve your holiday guests this season? Think orange, according to Pelham-based caterer Nisa Lee of Nisa Lee Events; specifically blood orange, for a margarita cocktail that bursts with flavor and freshness. According to the self-taught Lee, who specializes in eclectic flavors, blood orange is a great cold weather fruit for its health benefits, all good for new year resolutions. The fruit supplies a healthy dose of vitamin C, small amounts of protein as well as potassium for a normal heartbeat and folate. But, let's face it, it's also great for its color…

by Jeanne Muchnick

12/12/2014

Lifestyle

Dobbs Ferry Stylist Offers Holiday Fashion Advice DOBBS FERRY, N.Y. -- Not sure what to wear for the holidays? Jené Luciani, an author and stylist based in Dobbs Ferry who appears frequently on "The Today Show" (her next appearance is Jan. 9) offers the following tips. For a Cocktail Party: "A great LBD (little black dress) is always a safe choice. Dress it up with some bling-ey drop earrings and add some red heels for a pop of color and a festive touch." For an Office Soiree: Choose a slimming pencil skirt, a festive blouse and add some fun tights." For a Casual Bash: "Dark skinny jeans, either tucked into boots or with heels and…

by Jeanne Muchnick

12/12/2014

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