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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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Longtime Stamford Middle-Eastern Restaurant To Close Its Doors Longtime Stamford Middle-Eastern Restaurant To Close Its Doors
Longtime Stamford Middle-Eastern Restaurant To Close Its Doors STAMFORD, Conn. -- The end of the year means the end of the line for The Fez, in business since 2010. The Stamford restaurant, known for its live music, its community outreach and its Moroccan-inspired food, will close its doors on Saturday, December 30.  "We have developed so many friendships and loyal customers over the years, and they shall be missed, but the time has come to pursue other endeavors and devote more time to our family," reads the notice sent by Owners Nancy and Fred Laist. The two have owned the restaurant since 2015. You can still make reservations for the holi…

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Westchester's Blake Lively Instagrams How The (Xmas) Cookie Crumbles Westchester's Blake Lively Instagrams How The (Xmas) Cookie Crumbles
Westchester's Blake Lively Instagrams How The (Xmas) Cookie Crumbles Actor -- and Bedford resident -- Ryan Reynolds is good at a lot of things -- but making Christmas cookies isn't one of them. At least, according to his wife, fellow actor Blake Lively. In an Instagram post, she captioned her photo: “@vancityreynolds made some Christmas cookies…he’s verrry handsome though.” “I wanted to be the first person to bake Christmas cookies using only a hammer,” he commented on the post. The couple, parents of two daughters, use Instagram a lot to have fun -- and poke fun  -- with one another. One of Lively saying "Happy Birthday" to her husband but taggi…

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Fairfield County Growing Craft Beer Scene Kicks Into High Gear Fairfield County Growing Craft Beer Scene Kicks Into High Gear
Fairfield County Growing Craft Beer Scene Kicks Into High Gear FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Feeling a draft? That could be the opening of yet another brewery. In less than five years, Fairfield County has exploded with new domestic beer players, many of whom are former home brewers. INSTAGRAM: Follow Jeanne Muchnick @dailyvoicefeatures Not sure where to go? We've done the research for you -- and yes, that may (or may not) include downing a few suds of our own. Aspetuck Brew Lab, Bridgeport: This two-year-old brewery and tap room are the dream of a husband-and-wife team (see Daily Voice story HERE) who care as much about the community as they do good,…

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Westchester Restaurants: What's New, What's Coming Soon Westchester Restaurants: What's New, What's Coming Soon
Westchester Restaurants: What's New, What's Coming Soon Where will you be dining in 2018, Westchester?  In September, we gave you a recap of recently opened restaurants with a preview of what's to come.  An update follows -- with some newcomers added. Feel free to add anything we've missed in our Comments or on Facebook.  Capers Restaurant, Port Chester: This Mediterranean eatery in the spot formerly occupied by Cafe Mirage, opened Sept. 1 and offers lots of seafood and a few vegetarian options. The owner also runs Appétit Bistro in Port Chester.  Eagle Saloon, Peekskill: Live music and the best of "Americana" converge at this rustic…

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Cookies And Milk — Together — In Special Stew Leonard's Beverage Cookies And Milk — Together — In Special Stew Leonard's Beverage
Cookies And Milk — Together — In Special Stew Leonard's Beverage NORWALK, Conn. -- It's cookies and milk time for Santa. And, thanks to Stew Leonard's locations in Norwalk and Danbury, there's an extra special treat for the jolly old St. Nick. New this season -- for a limited time only -- Stew Leonard's Christmas Cookie Milk, a sweet, creamy milk that has the same flavor as a sugar cookie dunked in milk.  The silken mixture comes straight from award-winning dairy farms in upstate New York and is free from artificial growth hormones (rBST) and antibiotics.  And, it goes straight from the farm to each of Stew's stores in as little as 24 hours. You can fi…

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Fairfield County Moms Tap Into Untapped Market With Special Needs Website Fairfield County Moms Tap Into Untapped Market With Special Needs Website
Fairfield County Moms Tap Into Untapped Market With Special Needs Website This feature -- about two Fairfield County moms who created a website inspired by their own experience as parents of kids with special needs -- was one of our most popular reads of 2017. Here's the story from November, worth another look. FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- By now, most everyone knows Autism Speaks, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting solutions for the needs of individuals with autism and their families through advocacy and support. But what about autism shops? Two Fairfield County women, both mothers of children with sensory issues, were frustrated with the lack of websites featuri…

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Where's The Beef? New Veggie Patty Debuts At Plan B In Fairfield County Where's The Beef? New Veggie Patty Debuts At Plan B In Fairfield County
Where's The Beef? New Veggie Patty Debuts At Plan B In Fairfield County FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Forget the naysayers who said it was "impossible" to create a plant-based burger with the consistency of a meat patty.Plan b Restaurants, with locations in Fairfield, Milford, and Stamford has unveiled its new "Impossible Burger," a juicy vegan burger created by plant-based food startup Impossible Foods as of December 22.  The meat-like patty has gained popularity among plant-based food lovers who enjoy its meaty taste and consistency. Order it Southern Style with pimento cheese, fried green tomatoes, and slaw. Or any way you want it. Others on …

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Cresskill Food Expert Serves Up Holiday Entertaining Tips Cresskill Food Expert Serves Up Holiday Entertaining Tips
Cresskill Food Expert Serves Up Holiday Entertaining Tips BERGEN COUNTY, N.J. -- Ready for all your holiday company? Suzanne Rittereiser, regional catering coordinator for Kings Food Markets in Cresskill offers the following entertaining tips. Take advantage of pre-made foods and appetizers. Have your supplies, like plates and utensils, prepared for easy assembling before your guests arrived.  Know your audience. If you'll be entertaining kids, consider a brunch or breakfast instead of making them sit through a long formal dinner. Cocktail and hors-d'oeuvre parties also work great for diverse crowds and allow you to have numerous selections to pl…

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Tastes Like A Sugar Cookie: Stew Leonard's Offers Special Christmas Milk Tastes Like A Sugar Cookie: Stew Leonard's Offers Special Christmas Milk
Tastes Like A Sugar Cookie: Stew Leonard's Offers Special Christmas Milk It's cookies and milk time for Santa. And, thanks to Stew Leonard's in Yonkers, there's an extra special treat for the jolly St. Nick. New this season -- for a limited time only -- Stew Leonard's Christmas Cookie Milk, a sweet, creamy milk that has the same flavor as a sugar cookie dunked in milk.  The silken mixture comes straight from award-winning dairy farms in upstate New York and is free from artificial growth hormones (rBST) and antibiotics.  And, it goes straight from the farm to each of Stew's stores in as little as 24 hours. You can find it in half-gallon glass containers for $5…

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13-Year-Old Closter Baker Competes In Food Network Challenge 13-Year-Old Closter Baker Competes In Food Network Challenge
13-Year-Old Closter Baker Competes In Food Network Challenge CLOSTER, N.J. -- For Closter resident Linsey Lam, baking is happiness.  It's also rewarding. The 13-year-old says nothing makes her smile more than when people dig into (and enjoy) her desserts. Huge multiple tiered and elaborate cakes are her specialities.  "One of my favorite things is decorating and making giant cakes lets me do that," she said. Now, folks will be able to see up close and personal into Lam's world of baking (and frosting). She is one of a dozen contestants  -- ranging in age from 10 to 13 -- competing in decadent dessert challenges designed to find the most imp…

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