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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.

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Lifestyle

Squire's In Briarcliff Manor Wins DVlicious Best Burger In Westchester BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y. -- Squire's has the perfect patty. At least, according to Daily Voice readers who crowned it the DVlicous best in our burger contest. The Briarcliff Manor eatery won with 53 percent of the vote. What makes it patty perfect? Its simple fare and hand-formed 8-ounce patty, cooked perfectly to order. Go HERE for earlier Daily Voice story. The restaurant will be awarded a DVlicious "Best Burger In Westchester County" certificate along with burger bragging rights. It is located at 94 North State Rd., (914) 762-3376, www.squiresofbriarcliff.com.

by Daily Voice

03/29/2017

Lifestyle

Frankie's Waffles & Burgers In Mahopac Wins DVlicious Best Burger Contest MAHOPAC, N.Y. -- Frankie's Waffles & Burgers has the perfect patty. At least according to Daily Voice readers which crowned the Mahopac restaurant with the "DVlicious Best Burger" award. The eatery won with 47 percent of the vote and will receive a DVlicious certificate. As for what makes it patty perfect? Owner Frank Evangelista says he cooks with love and passion and prides himself on his restaurant's exceptional and friendly customer service. Go HERE for earlier Daily Voice story. The eatery also won [in 2016] for the DVlicious best soups. Frankie's Waffles & Burge…

by Daily Voice

03/29/2017

Business

Five Local Restaurateurs 'Spread' The Love In Norwalk And Beyond NORWALK, Conn. -- Philanthropy, friendship and deep roots in the community are what keep The Spread in Norwalk going -- and growing. Less than five years into its run-- The Spread turns five Oct. 20 -- the five friends who own it are gearing up for restaurant number three. They opened number two -- El Segundo in Norwalk -- in August 2016. While nothing is set in stone, Co-Owner Chris Hickey said the good people of Greenwich may have a Spread in their neighborhood come Fall. It would be the same cuisine, possibly the exact same menu as the Norwalk location. The eatery's success is a mixt…

by Jeanne Muchnick

03/29/2017

Lifestyle

Rony's Grill In Bergenfield Wins DVlicious 'Best Burger In Bergen' Contest BERGENFIELD, N.J. -- Rony's Rockin' Grill has the perfect patty. At least, according to Daily Voice readers who crowned it the DVlicous best in our burger contest. The Bergenfield eatery won with 36 percent of the vote. What makes it patty perfect? Owner Rony Alvarado uses his own meat, a special recipe that includes beef brisket, chuck steak, porterhouse tips and loin. "It's just the freshness of it all," he said, including picking up the buns from the farmer's market in the morning and prepping ingredients as they go. Go HERE for previous Daily Voice story. Rony's, a previous…

by Daily Voice

03/29/2017

Lifestyle

Clifton's Zinburger Wins DVlicious 'Best Burger In Passaic County' Contest CLIFTON N.J. -- Zinburger has the perfect patty. At least according to Daily Voice readers. The Clifton eatery won our DVlicious "Best Burger in Passaic County" contest with 49 percent of the vote. What makes It patty perfect? Certified Angus or Kobe beef is ground and prepped twice daily inside a climate-controlled refrigerated room. Plus, there are thoughtful wine pairings offered for the various burger options. Go HERE for earlier Daily Voice story. Zinburger is at 850 Route 3, #105, (973) 272-1492, www.zinburgereast.com/

by Daily Voice

03/29/2017

Lifestyle

Norwalk's Bogey's Wins 'DVlicious Best Burger In Fairfield County' Contest NORWALK, Conn. -- For the second year in a row, Bogey's Grille & Tap Room has won our DVlicous "Best Burger in Fairfield County" contest. The Norwalk eatery got 56 percent of the vote. According to Owner Jim Stablein, Bogey's serves patties grilled to charcoal perfection using three percent prime beef. Folks also like the build-your-own burger options and list of specials. Go HERE for previous Daily Voice story. The restaurant will be awarded a DVlicious "Best Burger In Fairfield County" certificate along with burger bragging rights. Bogey's is at 2 Wilton Ave., 2…

by Daily Voice

03/29/2017

Lifestyle

Burger Decisions: Putnam's 'DVlicious Best Burger' Winner Is Up To You PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- Who has Putnam's best DVlicious burger? Voting ends at 4 p.m. Tuesday, March 28. Five finalists are in the running; recaps on each are below. Frankie's Waffles & Burgers, Mahopac Healy's Corner, Carmel Red Rooster, Brewster Watson's Restaurant & Bar, Putnam Valley Whistling Willie’s American Grill, Cold Spring

by Daily Voice

03/28/2017

Lifestyle

Voting Nears End In DVlicious 'Best Burger In Westchester' Contest WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Last chance to cast your ballot for Westchester's best burger. Five finalists are in the running; recaps of each are listed below. Now, grab the ketchup and start clicking. Buns-N-Bourbon, Peekskill The Blazer Pub, North Salem Squires, Briarcliff Manor Valhalla Crossing, Valhalla Westchester Burger Company, White Plains, Rye Brook, Mount Kisco The deadline for votes is 4 p.m. Tuesday, March 28. You can vote multiple times, albeit once per day.

by Daily Voice

03/28/2017

Neighbors

Birthday Parties First, Then Camps: Local Moms Launch Booking Site ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- Visit any mom's Facebook group page and you'll find the same question over and over again: Where should I go or who should I hire for my children's birthday party? Mom of two Claire Gilvar was one of them. As was Meryl Lefkowitz. So, it seemed only natural that when the two were introduced by a mutual friend, they got to discussing it. Gilvar, who, like Lefkowitz, has a background in public relations and events, had been conceptualizing an idea, which she and Lefkowtiz then tweaked. The result? Booked Parties, a children's birthday party resource website and bookin…

by Jeanne Muchnick

03/28/2017

Lifestyle

Burger Decisions: Rockland's 'DVlicious Best Burger' Is Up To You ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- Last chance to vote for DVlicious best burger, Rockland. Three finalists are in the running; recaps are listed below. Now, grab the ketchup and start clicking. The Burger Loft, New City The Filling Station, Haverstraw, Palisades The Whiskey Kitchen, Valley Cottage The deadline for casting your opinion is 4 p.m. Tuesday, March 28. And you can vote multiple times, albeit once per day.

by Daily Voice

03/28/2017

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