The restaurant business is a tough business. It’s a business with a very high failure rate (over 60% failure rate the first year), a very labor-intensive business with long hours. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of a restaurant is a big deal- an almost impossible feat in the restaurant industry! So it’s truly a momentous […]
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As a professional organizer who has exposure to many different types of homes, I find that while closets pose the biggest challenge for our clients, kitchens carry the most clutter. The key is to install systems and bins so that groceries and the daily invasion of paper all find their way off countertops and into
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When you hear “Disney World Vacation” do you think beloved, memory-making, nostalgic destination or sweat-inducing, parental nightmare? As a lifelong Disney fan and dedicated park-goer, I truly believe that with a little advanced planning and know-how, it actually can be the Happiest Place on Earth. I am often asked if we use a Disney VIP
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If you are the parent of a teen or tween between the ages of 11-18 years of age, you have probably heard about teen cell phone addiction talked about at every PTA meeting, every Facebook post and all of the parenting forums. Teens and tweens are addicted to their screens. If you have a teen
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Are you looking to go skiing this weekend but don’t want to do a whole overnight trip? Lucky for us, there are many ski resorts/ski areas located less than 2 hours away from NYC and the New York Suburbs of Westchester, Fairfield County and Northern NJ. Here are ski day trips from NYC, we give
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Chef Robin Selden is an award-winning chef and has received numerous accolades including Chef of the Year awards throughout her culinary career. She is currently the managing partner and executive chef of Marcia Selden Catering, a successful catering company that orchestrates over 850 events a year! Robin took time off her busy schedule to chat
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Do you know you can borrow museum passes from Norwalk Library? These Norwalk Library museum passes will give you free or discounted admissions to local museums in Westchester, Connecticut and New York City! The Norwalk Library Museum Passes are available on a first-come, first served walk-in basis, no reservations are taken. The Museum Passes will
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Do you know you can borrow museum passes from New Canaan Library? These New Canaan Library museum passes will give you free or discounted admissions to local museums in Westchester, Connecticut and New York City! New Canaan Library offers several Parks and Museum passes that can be borrowed from the library. The loan period is
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Are you a Port Chester resident? Or do you live in Rye Brook, NY? Do you know you can borrow museum passes from the Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library? These Library museum passes will give you free or discounted admissions to local museums and aquariums! Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library Museum Passes Here are the
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A review of High Tea at Vanillamore in Montclair, NJ. It’s a culinary delight, sure to please any palate. What to Get at Vanillamore The high tea menu consists of several courses, with carefully crafted tea sandwiches, biscuits, chocolates, exotic teas and more. Note that the high tea selection certainly favors the sweet. Best Sweet
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Updated January 2020. Are you looking to buy or sell your home in Westchester? Is this a good time to buy a home in Westchester? Or is this a good time to sell your Westchester home? We looked at home sales data from January to December 2019 to determine if it’s a buyer or seller’s
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Happy New Year Connecticut! So how did Fairfield County do in 2019? Is Fairfield County Real Estate in a buyer’s market or seller’s market? Below we go town by town looking at 2019 home sales to determine the health of each town’s real estate market. Is your town in a buyer’s market or seller’s market?
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Seriously, Sam? is a column that looks at the lighter side of suburban life. This month, Sam reflects on the art of hostessing. To my large and wonderful extended family; all of the below is said with the utmost love and appreciation. I am an amazing hostess. Ask anyone who has ever stayed with me, and
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Are you tired of going to the same places with your kids? Looking for new indoor places to take your kids to this winter? From the new Nickelodeon Universe theme park in New Jersey to the only indoor ski resort in North America to indoor sky diving in Westchester, Marissa Millman, Suburbs 101 contributor and
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Nicole Roque, a professional Tutu and Costume Designer and mom of three girls is loving her life in Mount Vernon, NY. A Greenwich, CT native, Nicole talks to Suburbs 101 about her move to Mount Vernon and tells us why she loves living in Mount Vernon, NY. Why did you move to Mount Vernon? I
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Skiing is a great family activity. It’s nice to do an activity where the entire family can be outdoors and off their iPads, cellphones or TV! However, skiing is expensive with one day lift tickets for a family of four at $300 per day (that’s without lessons and ski rentals!) The good news is there
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The countdown is on for 2020! Are you looking for places to ring in the New Year in Westchester? There are a lot of places to celebrate New Year’s Eve! Whether you are looking for a kid-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration (Countdown to Noon anyone?) or you want to go all out and welcome 2020
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In December there are two areas in my home that I like to tackle. Its a busy month that’s over in blink so its important not take on a huge organization project this month. You risk leaving a space unfinished and more cluttered due to time constraints. Here are two easy home organization tasks for December.
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Do you have ski trip coming up? Do you know what to pack for your family weekend ski trip? It’s so important to plan ahead especially if you are also packing for your spouse and your kids. You want to make sure you have everything and everyone is comfortable on the slopes. So what should
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Chef Arturo Franco Camacho (Franco) is a veteran of Connecticut’s food scene. Having opened several successful restaurants in Connecticut, a graduate of Culinary Institute of America, his cuisine has received numerous accolades from top publications like the New York Times, Zagat and Food Network’s Food Nation with Bobby Flay. He is currently the Executive Chef
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There’s been a lot of buzz around celebrated Chef and Westchester native, Brian Lewis’ second OKO outpost. OKO Rye is set to officially open on December 18, 2019. I got a preview of the OKO Rye dining experience at a recent press tasting. You will not be disappointed, expect excellent quality Japanese inspired dishes in
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Maybe you’ve just moved to your new home in the suburbs or you’ve been in your home for a bit, but still have empty rooms and now you are hosting guests and do not feel ready at all! Moving is overwhelming enough and now you have to figure out how to host a holiday when
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Are you planning to go skiing? Not sure where to go skiing in the Northeast? We are fortunate to be within driving distance of several ski resorts in the Northeast. Here are some tips to help you find the perfect ski resort in the Northeast. Suburbs 101 participates in affiliate programs including Amazon Associates Program
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We’ve been seeing a lot of social media posts lately of friends going on their family vacation in Mont Tremblant, a ski resort in Quebec, Canada that is within driving distance from the New York suburbs (approximately 7-hour drive). Going on a family ski vacation in a charming french-inspired village sounds amazing to us! So
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Everyone who knows me knows how much I LOVE Christmas. If it was socially acceptable, I’d start decorating right after Halloween (hello HAPPINESS!) The style I love most is a pulled back version of a very traditional Christmas full of classic components but styled in a fresh way. Think lots of green, pops of red,
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It’s cold outside and outdoor parties are definitely out but hosting a party for 18 children in your home does not sound appealing either. Luckily, there are a lot of indoor birthday party places in Westchester. Here are some Westchester Birthday party ideas. If you are interested in a virtual party, check out our Complete
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Do you have a winter birthday party to plan in Westchester? Not looking forward to having 18 kids in your home this winter? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Check out our recommendations for indoor birthday party places in and around Rye, NY. Update: With Covid-19 cases on the rise, it is best to host
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Are you tired of the same birthday party places? Not too crazy about inviting 17 kids to your house in the middle of winter? Fortunately, you have a lot of indoor party venue options. With two kids, 19 birthday parties planned plus countless birthday parties attended, I consider myself an expert in birthday parties. I
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Are you looking to give back to the community? The Junior League of Northern Westchester is running their Holiday Sharing Drive. You can sponsor a family and make a difference in their life this Holiday season. Here are some examples of families looking for sponsors: A family of 4 struggling to make ends meet, with
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A.J. Capella is an award-winning chef and recognized as one of the leading under-30 chefs in New Jersey. He honed his culinary skills working at various kitchens including Grant Achatz’s Aviary and Anthony Bucco’s Uproot and is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America. He is currently the executive chef of Jockey Hollow Bar
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Do you need help with your winter skincare routine? Do you struggle with your skin in the winter? Do you want glowing skin this winter? Celebrity Dermatologist and Suburbs 101 contributor, Dr. Whitney Bowe shares her winter skincare secrets. You wake up to a dusting of frost outside your bedroom window. You crank up the
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It’s that time of the year again! Have you caught the Holiday bug yet? There are a lot of Holiday Events in Westchester that will surely get you in the Holiday mood. Here are upcoming Holiday events in Westchester. Westchester Winter Wonderland When: November 29, 2019 to January 4, 2020 (after 5pm) Where: Kensico Dam
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Are you looking for preschools in Darien, CT? For a town with only 20,000 residents, there are a lot of preschool programs available to Darien families. We have some tips to help you find the perfect preschool in Darien, CT. Guide to Darien Preschools Nature-Based Preschool Curriculum in Darien, CT If you are looking for
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The weeks between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day truly are the most wonderful time of the year! Christmas has been my favorite holiday ever since I was little, and somehow it only gets more magical now that I have kids of my own. Watching their eyes light up with excitement and wonder brings me right
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Start a Holiday tradition and take your little one(s) to a holiday train show in New York. Lucky for us, there are several family friendly Holiday Train shows in NY (in and around Westchester). Family Friendly Holiday Train Shows in NY (Westchester) Greenburgh Nature Center Holiday Train Show at 99 Dromore Road, Scarsdale, NY Looking
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Like most Fairfield County towns, parking at the New Canaan Metro North train stations can be challenging. There are multi-year waitlists to obtain parking permits at New Canaan’s Metro-North train stations. Here is our guide to New Canaan Metro-North Train Station Parking. New Canaan has 2 Metro North stations New Canaan residents are lucky to
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Parking at Metro-North train stations can be challenging. This is true for most Metro-North train stations in Fairfield County and Westchester County. There are often multi-year waitlists for parking permits at the train stations. Here is our guide to Parking at Darien Metro North train station. Note: Parking regulations and fees do change, please check
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What is the Best Metro-North Station for Rye Brook Residents? Since Rye Brook does not have a Metro-North train station, Rye Brook residents will need to drive to nearby stations to catch the train. Below we will go over which is the best metro north station for Rye Brook residents. What Metro-North Stations are near
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Metro-North train station parking is a challenge for most train stations in Westchester County. Many have multi-year waitlists for parking permits. Here is our Guide to Metro-North Train Station Parking in Rye, NY. Commute to NYC from Rye, NY The Metro-North train ride from Rye to New York’s Grand Central Terminal can range from 43-57
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What is the Best Metro-North station for Purchase residents? Since Purchase, NY does not have a Metro-North train station, Purchase residents will have to drive to nearby train stations to catch the train. Fortunately, for Purchase residents, they can catch the train at nearby Harrison Metro North Train station or White Plains Metro North train
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Parking at the Pelham Metro-North train station is very limited. This is typical for most Westchester Metro-North train stations. Here is our guide to parking at the Pelham Metro-North train station. Pelham Metro-North Train Commute to NYC Many people move to Pelham for its proximity to New York City. The Metro-North train ride from Pelham
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Parking is a challenge at most Westchester Metro-North train stations. There are many Metro-North train stations in Westchester with multi-year waitlists. There are resident parking or daily parking options at the Larchmont Metro-North train station. Here is our guide to Parking at the Larchmont Metro-North Train Station. Larchmont Metro-North Train Commute to NYC Many people
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Greenwich Public School has a preschool program. However, there is limited space and entry to the preschool program is based on a lottery. Here is the Greenwich Public School Preschool Application Process. About Greenwich Public School Preschool Program The Greenwich Public Schools Preschool Program serves children with special needs and those who are typically developing.
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There are four magnet elementary schools in Greenwich, CT and one magnet Middle School. Students in the Greenwich Public School system have the option to apply via a lottery process to these magnet schools. Below you will find information on how to apply to magnet schools in Greenwich, CT Magnet Schools in Greenwich, CT Hamilton
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Metro-North train station parking is challenging. There are often multi-year waitlists for parking permits at Metro-North stations in Westchester. Here is our Guide to Metro-North Train Station Parking in Harrison, NY. Metro-North Commute to NYC from Harrison Parking Permit for Metro-North Train Station Parking in Harrison, NY Daily Parking for Metro-North Train station in Harrison
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Your little one is finally ready to go to school! If you are like me, I couldn’t wait for preschool to start. I did mommy and me preschool programs even before my daughter was old enough for preschool. After 2 children and 3 preschool programs, I consider myself an expert when it comes to choosing
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Are you ready for Black Friday 2021? There are a lot of retailers in Westchester County and Fairfield County running Black Friday deals online and in-store! This year, you have the option to shop in person or online! Here is our Black Friday Shopping Guide for Westchester and Connecticut. Big Box Retailers Black Friday Deals
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Chef Kris Grossman is an award-winning chef who worked at Michelin Starred restaurant “Ente” and has cooked for luminaries like Sting and the Dalai Lama. Kris is the Executive Chef at Le Fat Poodle in Old Greenwich. Le Fat Poodle is by far one of the most recommended restaurants in Fairfield County by local suburbanites
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Nikki Levinson, mother of three and founder of Nanny Solutions moved from New York City to Armonk, NY. She took time off her busy schedule to talk to Suburbs 101 and to give us a peek into her life in Armonk as well as her move to Armonk, NY. Describe your move to Armonk, NY?
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Black Friday is here! Looking for things to do with the family on Black Friday that has nothing to do with shopping? Here are family-friendly things to do on Black Friday. Westchester Winter Wonderland – Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla, NY Westchester’s Winter Wonderland opens on Friday, November 24 at 5:30pm. Experience the beloved holiday drive-thru event
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Are you looking for things to do this Thanksgiving Weekend? There are a lot of family-friendly events in Westchester County during Thanksgiving weekend. Here are things to do this Thanksgiving Weekend in Westchester County NY. Things to Do in Westchester the Friday after Thanksgiving Westchester Winter Wonderland – Kensico Dam Plaza Westchester’s Winter Wonderland opens
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It is so much easier to organize your home if you give yourself manageable tasks. Suburbs 101 contributor, Maura Fitzgerald is making organizing less overwhelming with her monthly column: How to Tackle Your Whole House Throughout The Year Without Becoming Overwhelmed. This month, Maura shows us how to get organized for the Holidays. The Holidays will
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Looking to burn off those extra calories from Thanksgiving dinner? Or just want to do something active with the whole family? Here are family-friendly Thanksgiving Turkey Trots and Runs in Westchester, Greenwich, New Canaan and Rowayton. Turkey Trots in Westchester County NY Westchester Turkey Trot Where: Westchester Community College When: November 25, 2021 at 8:15am
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Are you hosting Thanksgiving this year? Minimize prep work by ordering Thanksgiving dinner for your holiday gathering. Here are markets that offer Thanksgiving delivery or pickup in Greenwich, Darien, Stamford and Westport CT. Beat the rush, plan ahead and order your Thanksgiving meals early! Where to Order Thanksgiving 2023: Greenwich, Darien, Stamford and Westport Mike’s
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Holiday parties are just around the corner. Have you started shopping yet? Don’t let the string of 35 messages in your NYE group chat stress you out; stress lines don’t go with velvet or sequins. Whether you’re looking forward to your annual office party, planning a holiday potluck for friends, or making a trip home for the
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Suburbs 101 recently co-hosted a Grand Opening event for the new Bloomingdale’s at the SONO Collection. It was a fun family event with a children’s wear fashion show, food, music and lots of kid-friendly activities (hands-on fun from Stepping Stones Museum for Children). On the runway, the models (ages 5-15 years old) were asked to
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Ilson Gonçalves is the owner of Samba, a popular Brazilian Eatery in Montclair, NJ and the author of The Samba Montclair Cookbook. He opened Samba in Montclair, NJ in December 2010 as a deli with a few Brazilian specials. Today, the menu is a reflection of the authentic cooking he grew up eating at his
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Are you looking for Westchester restaurants open on Thanksgiving? Here are Westchester restaurants open this Thanksgiving. Most of these restaurants require advanced reservations, so start planning now. Westchester Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving Moderne Barn Moderne Barn in Armonk is open on Thanksgiving day and offers a 3-course menu for $92 per person. The menu includes
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Did you know according to some retail analysts, the SONO Collection is one of the last newly constructed malls in America (at least for the foreseeable future)? Blame it on online shopping, most malls in America are facing high vacancy rates. That is why we are following the SONO Collection closely and definitely rooting for
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Dubrovnik has been getting a lot of buzz lately as one of the recipients of the Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand award. Only 8 Westchester restaurants received that recognition. Dubrovnik opened 6 years ago and is the only Croatian restaurant in Westchester. Dubrovnik’s executive chef, Antonio Selendic sat down with Suburbs 101 to tell us what
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Samantha Levine, a Westchester native, loves living in Chappaqua, NY. She moved back to Chappaqua after law school and started Auburn Jewelry, a successful jewelry line with distribution in Vineyard Vines and Macy’s. Samantha takes time off her busy schedule to talk to Suburbs 101 to tell us why she loves living in Chappaqua, NY.
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Are you applying your child to private schools? Is your private school parent interview coming up? As a parent of private school kids and having interviewed at numerous private schools, I know how nerve-wracking the private school admissions process can be. And probably the most stressful part of the process is the parent interview. The
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Not soon after you are holding your newborn baby safely in your arms, you already start to think about how fast the next eighteen years of your lives together are going to go. This thought can bring relief to parents on those really hard parenting days when you are dying for a minute alone or
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Seriously, Sam? is a column that looks at the lighter side of suburban life. This month, Sam reflects on her online shopping habit. I recently pulled up to my house to find a stack of boxes on my porch, one of which was over 5 feet tall. If you are anything like me, a daily pile
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Chef David DiBari is one of Westchester’s most sought after chefs right now. Two of his restaurants just received Michelin Bib Gourmand awards. An almost impossible feat considering only 8 restaurants in Westchester received Michelin’s Bib Gourmands (2 out of the 8 went to DiBari’s restaurants). Chef David DiBari is known for his boundary-pushing style
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We can’t wait for the Grand Opening of Bloomingdale’s at the SONO Collection in Norwalk. Bloomingdale’s and Stepping Stones Museum for Children has a family-friendly event on Saturday, November 16, 2019 from 2-4pm. Enjoy an afternoon of fun, food, fashion at the new Bloomingdale’s store in Norwalk! Come check out the new store and the
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Chef Julio Genao has come up the ranks of some of New York’s top kitchens from Alex Garcia’s Calle Ocho to Terrance Brennan’s Artisanal Bistro Fromagerie & Wine Bar to Christian Delouvrier’s La Mangeoire. He was recognized as “Most Innovative Chef” for the Greenwich Wine and Food Festival 2018 and was in E! Network’s reality
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Westchester County is a great place to live if you are a foodie. You don’t have to go to New York City to enjoy Michelin-starred dining. There are 14 restaurants in Westchester County that have received the prestigious Michelin Guide recognition. These include one Michelin two-star restaurant and 13 Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurants. What is
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If you have been following school rankings, you know that Rye Country Day School is ranked as one of the best schools in the United States. According to Niche.com’s 2020 rankings, Rye Country Day School is ranked #1 Best Private K-12 School in Westchester County and #13 Best Private K-12 School in America. I had
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Restaurant Week is back! There are several restaurant weeks happening in New York and Connecticut. Check out our Fall Restaurant Week Guide for New York and Connecticut. Restaurant Week in New York Hudson Valley Restaurant Week When: November 4-17, 2019 Where: Over 200+ Participating restaurants in Westchester County, Rockland County, Orange County, Putnam County, Dutchess
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Chef Peter Kelly is one of the few chefs that was able to beat Bobby Flay on Food Network’s Iron Chef America. Impressively, he beat Bobby Flay at the grill in Battle “Cowboy Rib Rye.” Peter Kelly is a self-taught chef who began working in restaurants at the age of 14. As one of 12
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Are you thinking of sending your child to Greenwich Catholic School? Here are 8 reasons to apply to Greenwich Catholic School. Faith-based learning Greenwich Catholic School’s learner-centered curriculum maintains high academic standards, ensures students are actively engaged through a variety of instructional methods and emerging technologies, and promotes collaboration and higher-level thinking skills. Within a
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Michelle Volberg is busy these days, running a successful recruitment firm and juggling life with two toddlers. Like many New York couples, Michelle and her husband outgrew their city apartment prompting them to move from New York’s Upper West Side to Greenwich CT. Here is a peek into her life in Greenwich. Describe your move
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Chef Susanne Berne is an award-winning chef, honored as Innovative Chef of the Year at the Greenwich Wine and Food Festival 2018 and recipient of multiple culinary recognitions. Born and raised on the Caribbean island of St. Thomas, Chef Susanne attended the French Culinary Institute. She is the Pastry Chef at Bianco Rosso in Trumbull,
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I often joke that Halloween is the never-ending holiday. By the time October 31st rolls around, most parents have already gotten their little ghosts and goblins in and out of their costumes no less than 13 times. Although it can make you feel a bit batty at times, it truly is one of the most
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Halloween is just around the corner—are you ready? Don’t let your kids end up trick-or-treating on a street with no decorations and no candy! The good news? Most towns in Connecticut have streets that are famous for being Halloween hotspots. We turned to our Suburbs 101 insiders—local moms who know the best spots—to find out
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It’s Halloween—time for trick-or-treating! But if you’re in Westchester, you don’t want to end up on a street with no decorations and no candy. Total letdown for the kids! So, where should you go for a real Halloween experience? We asked our Suburbs 101 insiders—local parents who know the best spots—to share their secrets. Here’s
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Chef Brian Zoni of the newly opened South Bay Greenwich shares his favorite restaurants in Fairfield County. Eat Where the Chefs Eat is a column where local Chefs and food industry insiders share their favorite restaurants in the New York metro area. Learn where your favorite chefs go when they aren’t in their own kitchens! What
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Having lived in the city for over a decade, it was pretty easy not to drive. You can get everywhere by walking, hopping on the train or taking the bus. And of course Uber! You name the mode of transportation, I preferred it over driving, even if it meant taking two trains, a cab and
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I had the privilege to meet Chef Albert DeAngelis at the Greenwich Wine+ Food Festival. Chef Albert DeAngelis is the executive chef at Z Hospitality Group overseeing Chef De Cuisines at East End (Greenwich), Mediterraneo (Greenwich, Norwalk, White Plains), Solé (New Canaan), Terra (Greenwich, Danbury) and Aurora (Rye). Chef Albert DeAngelis shares his favorite restaurants
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Chef Risa Boyer is the chef/owner of Vanillamore in Montclair, NJ. She is a New Jersey native and a trained pastry chef at the Culinary Institute of America. Chef Risa Boyer shares her go-to restaurants in Montclair, NJ area. Eat Where the Chefs Eat is a column where local Chefs and food industry insiders share
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It is so much easier to organize your home if you give yourself manageable tasks. Suburbs 101 contributor, Maura Fitzgerald is making organizing less overwhelming with her monthly column: How to Tackle Your Whole House Throughout The Year Without Becoming Overwhelmed. This month, Maura shows us how to organize your laundry room. As a working mom
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Hefeweizens? Schnitzels? Bratwursts? Strudels? Live Music? We love a good Oktoberfest! Wondering where to go for Oktoberfest in NY, CT or NJ? Here is our Oktoberfest guide for the New York tri-state area. Oktoberfests in Connecticut (Fairfield County) Westoberfest When: October 14, 2023 Where: Elm Street, Westport, CT Westoberfest invites patrons to enjoy tastings from
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Seriously, Sam? is a column that looks at the lighter side of suburban life. This month, Sam reflects on her fast-paced, always-on-the-go mom life. In case you haven’t noticed, that carefree feeling of being a parent in summer — non-existent bedtimes, smiling and nodding while the kids stuff their faces with 15 marshmallows and 2 full
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Are you looking for places to go apple picking in the New York Tri-State Area? We asked Suburbs 101 contributor and social media influencer, Joanna, to give us her favorite apple picking places in New York and Connecticut area. Below you will find Joanna’s top 5 Places to go apple picking in the New York
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When people ask what my favorite season is, I have a hard time deciding. If I’m being completely honest, my favorite time of the year is when a season morphs into another one. At the slightest hint of a change in temperature, I get giddy with excitement. The summer-to-fall transition is a particular favorite of
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Greenwich born and raised, Katie Fong Biglin moved back to Greenwich after living in NYC. These days, Katie has her hands full, adjusting to life with a newborn while running a successful bridal and luxury clothing business. Katie sat down with Suburbs 101 to give us a peek into what it’s like to live in
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The Greenwich Wine + Food Festival returns for its ninth year in Greenwich, CT. It is a multi-day event celebrating the area’s rich culinary landscape and showcasing innovation in the food and beverage industries. This year, Martha Stewart will be honored at the festival’s opening night event. “The addition of Martha Stewart, a name synonymous with cooking,
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It’s private school admissions season! Chances are, you’ve heard of the crazy private school admissions process in New York City. Applying to private schools in New York suburbs such as Westchester County, New Jersey and Fairfield County can be stressful too. As a private school mom, I went through the process multiple times! But with
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Last summer, when my daughter was two months old, my husband and I embarked on our first family trip and headed to Kennebunkport, Maine. We were so excited to bring our daughter to the beach for the first time! I filled our ENTIRE SUV with everything that’s made for a baby’s day at the beach.
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Are you looking for things to do with kids in Westchester this summer? There are so many kid-friendly activities in Westchester from biking to hiking to visiting farm animals! Enough to keep your kids active and off their screens this summer! Below you will find outdoor things to do with kids in Westchester this summer.
It is so much easier to organize your home if you give yourself manageable tasks. Suburbs 101 contributor, Maura Fitzgerald is making organizing less overwhelming with her monthly column: How to Tackle Your Whole House Throughout The Year Without Becoming Overwhelmed. This month, Maura gives us her Shoe Storage and Organization Tips. Shoe Organization absolutely varies
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Are you looking to move to Westchester County? Living in Westchester can be expensive, especially if you are looking to buy in towns with the best school districts. However, you can have your cake and eat it too! We broke down our search by Westchester school districts, took the top twenty 2021 Niche.com Best School
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Do you know you can borrow museum passes from Mamaroneck Public Library? These Mamaroneck Public Library museum passes will give you free or discounted admissions to local museums in Westchester, Connecticut and New York City! The loan period for Mamaroneck Public Library museum passes is 6 days and overdue passes are fined at $5/day. Museum
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Looking for a New York day trip to Connecticut beaches? Connecticut has some of the best beaches in New England, yet most people don’t think of going to Connecticut for beach getaways. Most people will head to Cape Cod, the Hamptons, or Jersey Shore, yet Connecticut has miles of beautiful sandy beaches. We’ve included Connecticut
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Do you know you can borrow museum passes from White Plains Library? These White Plains Library museum passes will give you free or discounted admissions to local museums in Westchester, Connecticut and New York City! Overdue White Plains Library museum passes are fined at $10/day. White Plains Library Museum Passes Here are the White Plains
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Looking for local New Jersey Farmers Markets? Support local vendors and visit a Farmers Market near you! Check out the Englewood, Paramus, Ramsey and Teaneck Farmers Markets. Englewood Farmers Market When: Fridays 10 am to 2 pm Where: Veterans Memorial Park, Englewood NJ Duration: June 9 to October 27, 2023 The Englewood Farmers Market is
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It’s a good time to buy in Westchester! Westchester real estate market has turned into a buyer’s market. Compared to Q1 2019, there are now more school districts in Westchester in a buyer’s market than a seller’s market. There are only 6 school districts in a Seller’s market (versus 16 school districts in Q1 2019)
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Do you know you can borrow museum passes from Rye Library? These Rye Library museum passes will give you free or discounted admissions to local museums in Westchester, Connecticut and New York City! The loan period is 3 days (shorter loan periods are possible). Overdue Rye Library Museum passes are fined $10/day. Museum Passes may
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