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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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Business

Here's The Beef: Norwalk Food Truck Dishes Out Grass-Fed Burgers NORWALK, Conn. -- Planning a party this summer and looking to jazz it up? Check out Cowabunga, a burger-focused food truck that specializes in catering. The truck, founded in 2013 by Norwalk resident Benjamin Boger, specializes in residential and corporate parties and events throughout Fairfield County. According to Boger, what makes his burgers different is that they are sourced from local farms. "The beef is fresh, never frozen and grass-fed," he said. " And, like with any good burger, the fries are a hit as well. But there's also something about the fun name and colorful…

by Jeanne Muchnick

06/28/2017

Lifestyle

'Relish' This: JK's In Danbury Wins DVlicious 'Best Hotdog' Contest DANBURY, Conn.-- JK's Restaurant in Danbury has the best hotdogs in Fairfield County, at least according to you, our Daily Voice readers. The family-run eatery, known for its “original Texas hot weiners,” won with 43 percent of the vote. Go HERE for earlier story. Don't forget the fries: JK's also won our 2016 DVlicious "Best Fries" contest. JK's is at 126 South St. (203) 743-4004, www.jksoriginal.com/ and will be awarded a DVlicious certificate.

by Daily Voice

06/28/2017

Business

Charge It: Ridgefield's Lyn Evans Ends 39-Year Run With A Huge Sale RIDGEFIELD, Conn -- Lyn Evans Potpourri Designs in Ridgefield is closing. After 39 years, the business, which was run by Jenn Shotkus after Evans' death in May 2016, has decided to go out on a high note. In other words, a celebratory sale. The store's entire stock has been reduced 30 to 70 percent off everything. It begins Wednesday, June 28, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The business will also close its other stores in New Canaan and Massachusetts. Lyn Evans Potpourri Designs is at 423 Main St., (203) 244-2980.

by Jeanne Muchnick

06/28/2017

Business

Charge It: New Canaan's Lyn Evans Ends 39-Year Run With A Huge Sale NEW CANAAN, Conn -- Lyn Evans Potpourri Designs in New Canaan is closing. After 39 years, the business, which was run by Jenn Shotkus after Evans' death in May 2016, has decided to go out on a high note. In other words, a celebratory sale. The store's entire stock has been reduced 30 to 70 percent off everything. It begins Wednesday, June 28, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The business will also close its other stores in Ridgefield and Massachusetts. Lyn Evans Potpourri Designs is at 105 Elm St., (203) 972-3620.

by Jeanne Muchnick

06/28/2017

Lifestyle

Scrambling 'Egg-cellent' Meals At Bethel's Eggz: Fairfield Foodie Is A Fan BETHEL, Conn. -- Magician Matt is like a sorcerer who, from his teeny-tiny kitchen, turns the everyday ordinary ingredient -- i.e. eggs -- into a variety of creative and finger-licking dishes. You may know Matt Stanzack from his popular restaurant Stanziato’s in Danbury. A couple of years ago he moved on to strategize, conceptualize and realize his dream -- a food truck! And on this Bethel-based food truck, he wanted to cook the very thing he loves to eat for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Welcome, in other words, to EGGZ Kitchen. His delicious egg-centric dishes, which reflect local and sea…

by Fairfield County Foodie

06/28/2017

Real Estate

Dr. Seuss, JFK Were Here: Historical Westchester Estate For Sale The former Mount Kisco home of Bennett Cerf, founder of Random House Publishing, is officially on the market. And a taste of history could be yours. Cerf purchased the 1927 Colonial revival on 80 Orchard Road in the 1930s, hosting numerous notable individuals over the years including Frank Sinatra, John F. Kennedy, and Dr. Seuss. In addition to his successful publishing career, Cerf, who was married to Actress Phyllis Fraser, is known for his lectures across the U.S. and his numerous TV appearances on the panel game show “What’s My Line?” Also known as “The Columns,” named for its two-st…

by Jeanne Muchnick

06/27/2017

Lifestyle

Rutt's Hut In Clifton Wins DVlicious Best Hotdogs In Passaic County CLIFTON, N.J. -- It was a close race but in the end, Rutt's Hut in Clifton has the best hotdogs in Passaic County. At least that's what Daily Voice readers said. The Clifton eatery, known as "Home of the Ripper," won our DVlicious contest with 48 percent of the vote. Big Daddy's in Little Falls was close behind with 42 percent. Go HERE for earlier Daily Voice story. Rutt's Hut, which won "Best Hotdogs" in 2016 as well, will receive a DVlicious certificate. It is at 417 River Rd., (973) 779-8615, www.ruttshut.com.

by Daily Voice

06/27/2017

Lifestyle

The Votes Are In: Fort Lee's Hiram's Has Bergen's DVlicious Best Hot Dogs FORT LEE, N.J. -- For the second year in a row, Hiram's Roadstand has emerged victorious as the "Best DVlicious Hot Dog in Bergen County." The Fort Lee eatery won with 58 percent of the vote. Hiram's charm is that it hasn't changed over the years. Here since 1928, it's known for its quick counter-service, roadside ambiance, toasted buns and classic deep-fried hot dogs. Go HERE for earlier story. HIram's, at 1345 Palisade Ave., (201) 592-9602, will be awarded a DVlicious certificate.

by Daily Voice

06/27/2017

Lifestyle

Keith Richards, Patti Hansen Auction Is A Win For Ridgefield Nonprofits RIDGEFIELD, Conn. -- Two Ridgefield nonprofits -- SPHERE and The Prospector Theater -- will be getting sizable donation thanks to Weston resident Keith Richards and his wife, Patti Hansen. The two auctioned off pieces of artwork and furniture from their Manhattan apartment, three pieces of which -- French artwork and a Persian rug -- sold at more than $100,000. The auction was held in Hudson, N.Y, June 24. As reported earlier, Hansen’s 24-year-old nephew is autistic and receives services from both organizations.

by Daily Voice

06/27/2017

Lifestyle

'I'm Walking For Hope,' Says Montvale Woman Honoring Late Sister MONTVALE, N.J. -- It's not fair when someone dies at 42. "Meredith Joy Kawer was the most amazing, most inspirational woman I knew," said her sister Rosalyn of Montvale. "She loved living life and getting involved with all kinds of walks. "All my sister ever wanted was to live a full life and have babies and never got that opportunity." Instead, Meredith passed away in April from metastatic breast cancer, after a four-year battle. The date forever changed Rosalyn -- and her mom, Karen's life. And it's why Rosalyn is participating in an American Cancer Making Strid…

by Jeanne Muchnick

06/27/2017

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