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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

Moonachie's Bazzarelli Ristorante Ranks Among DVlicious Finalists MOONACHIE, N.J. -- It’s a simple question: “What’s the most DVlicious Italian restaurant in the county?” Sounds straightforward, right? But with a dizzying array of options – everything from old-school red sauce joints to modern takes on Grandma’s homemade cooking to trattorias with gourmet pizzas -- the answer can be hard to answer. We asked for your favorites; five have been narrowed down as part of our contest and those finalists have been profiled this week. Voting continues until 4 p.m. Monday, Nov. 28. You can vote multiple times, albeit once per day. Grab a fork, read on, and let …

by Daily Voice

11/18/2016

Lifestyle

Reserve Now: Fairfield County Restaurants Open For Thanksgiving Book Fast FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Looking for where to dine on Thanksgiving where someone else does the cooking and cleaning? Fairfield County is full of restaurants ready to serve you. A sampling follows, though feel free to add your own in our Facebook comments. And call soon! Many of these places book up quickly. Artisan, Southport: A traditional Amish Turkey Dinner is served from noon to 7 p.m. and is price fixed at $65 for adult; $35 for young adult and $12 for "kiddy." Talk Turkey: 275 Old Post Rd., (203) 307-4222. Cafe on the Green, Danbury: Four-courses for $55 a person inclu…

by Jeanne Muchnick

11/17/2016

Neighbors

Rats Make Great Pets, Says Bedford Vet. Hedgehogs Too. BEDFORD, N.Y. -- Rats make good pets. At least according to Dr. Laurie Hess, founder and owner of the Veterinary Center for Birds & Exotics in Bedford Hills. And she should know. The Mount Kisco resident has been treating exotic animals for nearly 23 years and now, she's written her first book about her experiences -- and the valuable lessons she's learned -- in "Unlikely Companions: The Adventures of an Exotic Animal Doctor (Or, What Friends Feathered, Furred, and Scaled Have Taught Me About Life and Love)." Dr. Hess said she's seen lots of loving relationships between huma…

by Jeanne Muchnick

11/17/2016

Lifestyle

Vote: Fortina In Armonk, Rye Brook Competes In DVlicious Contest HARRION, N.Y. -- It’s a simple question: “What’s the most DVlicious Italian restaurant in the county?” Sounds straightforward, right? But with a dizzying array of options – everything from old-school red sauce joints to modern takes on Grandma’s homemade cooking to trattorias with gourmet pizzas -- the answer can be hard to answer. We asked for your favorites; five have been narrowed down as part of our contest and those finalists are being profiled this week. Voting continues until 4 p.m. Monday, Nov. 28. You can vote multiple times, albeit once per day. Grab a fork, read on, and let you…

by Daily Voice

11/17/2016

Lifestyle

From Pumpkin To Pecan: Dutchess Bakeries Dish Up Thanksgiving Pies DUTCHESS COUNTY, N.Y. -- Holiday pie is good any way you slice it. Sweeten the day with to-go options that are as good as Grandma used to make -- and quite probably better. Just order early (as is now); Thanksgiving will be here before you know it.. Apple Pie Bakery Café (1946 Campus Dr, Hyde Park, 845-905-4500): The classic double crust apple is a mainstay of this CIA favorite. You can order fresh or frozen. Other options include pumpkin, pecan and Dutch apple crumble as well as all three varieties in gluten-free editions. Order before Friday, Nov. 16. Bread Alone Bakery (43 E Market Stre…

by Jeanne Muchnick

11/17/2016

Lifestyle

Fairfield Moms Use Lessons From Grandma To Build Budding Pie Business FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- Jocelyn Kramer and Nicole Bush never guessed a chance meeting at the park would lead to a baking business. But that's what happened four years ago when the two, out enjoying the sunshine with their 1-year-old babies, bonded over their shared backgrounds. The Fairfield moms were both new to motherhood as well as to Connecticut. (Kramer is from Vermont while Bush is originally from Kentucky.) "In getting to know each other we discovered a love of baking and so began spending time in the kitchen exploring and experimenting," said Bush, who, like Kramer, is self-ta…

by Jeanne Muchnick

11/17/2016

Business

Nom-eez Brings Vietnamese With A Side of Donuts To Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- Vietnamese food and American-style donuts may not sound like they go together. But for Matt Storch, one of the partners behind nom-eez and Donut Crazy in Bridgeport, the "why not?" concept offers something fun and gives diners options for breakfast, lunch and dinner all under one roof. "I want people to be happy when they eat," said Storch. He's also, as the chef/owner of nom-eez as well as Match in South Norwalk, trying to open folks' eyes to what Vietnamese food is -- to make them less afraid of trying it -- and make it more mainstream. Nom-eez,…

by Jeanne Muchnick

11/17/2016

Business

Ready To Disco? New Movie By Norwalk Filmmaker Harks Back To The '70s NORWALK, Conn. -- A 14-minute romantic comedy shot in Fairfield County will lead the "Sweet Youth" program at the Williamsburg Independent Film Festival on Saturday, Nov. 19 at 6:30 p.m. "Hi-Glow Retro," which pulsates with '70s dance music, was produced, written and directed by 25-year-old Norwalk resident Alex Morsanutto. The story centers on the story of Tommy Ashby, a high school senior with severe social anxiety who decides to step out of his comfort zone to learn disco dancing. The movie was shot in Norwalk and Greenwich but primarily at friends' houses in the are…

by Jeanne Muchnick

11/17/2016

Lifestyle

Stamford's Cotto Wine Bar, With Rome Allure, Competes In DVlicious Contest STAMFORD, Conn. -- It’s a simple question: “What’s the most DVlicious Italian restaurant in the county?” Sounds straightforward, right? But with a dizzying array of options – everything from old-school red sauce joints to modern takes on Grandma’s homemade cooking to trattorias with gourmet pizzas -- the answer can be hard to answer. We asked for your favorites; five have been narrowed down as part of our contest and those finalists are being profiled this week. Voting continues until 4 p.m. Monday, Nov. 28. You can vote multiple times, albeit once per day. Grab a fork, read on, and let …

by Daily Voice

11/17/2016

Lifestyle

Biagio’s In Paramus Competes For 'DVlicious Best Italian' In Bergen County PARAMUS, N.J. -- It’s a simple question: “What’s the most DVlicious Italian restaurant in the county?” Sounds straightforward, right? But with a dizzying array of options – everything from old-school red sauce joints to modern takes on Grandma’s homemade cooking to trattorias with gourmet pizzas -- the answer can be hard to answer. We asked for your favorites; five have been narrowed down as part of our contest and those finalists are being profiled this week. Voting continues until 4 p.m. Monday, Nov. 28. You can vote multiple times, albeit once per day. Grab a fork, read on, and let yo…

by Daily Voice

11/17/2016

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