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September Events in Westchester County

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Summer is unofficially over and school is about to begin, if it hasn’t already. If like our family, your schedule will soon be filled with sports and extracurricular activities, we hope you can pencil in some time for fun. Here are some of the September Events taking place in Westchester County (and the surrounding area). Check back often as we continue to update this post.  Please email Nancy at NYFoodieFamily@gmail.com with any calendar additions. As always, please check directly with the venue for the most up-to-date information.

Comedy:

Levity Live (Palisade Center – West Nyack) Enjoy a comedy show at Levity Live in September. Upcoming shows include Vladimir Caamano (Sept. 2-4), Ian Edwards (Sept.8-11), Akaash Singh (Sept. 15-17) and Taylor Tomlinson (Sept. 23-24). *Check the site for the full lineup

Date Night/Girls Night Out:

September 14 (Bedford) Trivia Night Rock Paper Scissors Events presents trivia night at the Bedford Playhouse. 7 PM. Teams of up to 6 players. 

September 22 – (Ridge Hill – Yonkers) Ladies Night Out – From 6 PM – 8 PM “Grab your girl squad and celebrate a night full of fashion, friendship, and shopping in style!”

Eat & Drink:

Taste of Westchester Cooking Demo Classes: (restaurants throughout Westchester County) Enjoy cooking demos from local chefs and then sample their creations.  September classes include: Zwilling J.A. Henckels Cooking Studio (Sept. 26).

September 9, 16 and 23 (Katonah) Friday Afternoon Tea at Caramoor. Enjoy formal tea service in the Rosen House Music Room. It includes, “a variety of tea sandwiches, scones with crème fraiche and preserves, delicious desserts, and a variety of fragrant teas — all served on exquisite vintage china.” 2 PM. Adult tickets: $50, Child Tickets: $25

September 17 (Haverstraw) Brick Alley Block Party – Saturday 8 PM – midnight. “Take in starlit DJ sets, immersive art installations and pop-up performances in nineteenth century industrial spaces. Sample local food and craft beverages to fuel the evening set in New York’s landmark Garner Historic District.”

September 17 (Rye) Westchester Wine Walk – “Join The Barley Beach House for the Westchester Wine Walk on Saturday, September 17th for a Wine Lover’s Day out! Over 50 wineries will be featured and showcasing more than 100 different wines for your enjoyment. Live Music, Food Trucks, & Craft Vendors!” Bring blankets & chairs and cash for vendors. 2 PM – 6 PM, $55/person, $15/Designated Driver, 21+ only

September 17 (Beacon) Hudson River Craft Beer Festival – Ceke1:30 PM – 5:30 PM, (12:30 PM – 5:30 PM VIP admission). Food available onsite for purchase. Tickets: $55/general admission, $85/VIP admission, $10/Designated Driver 21+ only

September 18 – (Haverstraw) Haverstraw Food Crawl 1 PM – 5 PM. This Crawl begins in the Webster Bank lot at 38 New Main St. Visit over 15 participating restaurants, which are offering tastings at $5-$10/plate.

September 24 & 25 – (Yonkers) Cross County Center is hosting an Oktoberfest Celebration that includes a Beer Garden. Beer will be provided by Captain Lawrence Brewing Company. Enjoy live music, dancing and food. The Beer Garden will be located on The Green and will be open on Saturday from 1 PM – 7 PM and Sunday from 1 PM to 5 PM.

Fairs & Festivals:

September 2-4 (Union Vale) Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival – 100 planned balloon launches throughout the weekend, full hot-air balloon flights, tethered hot-air balloon rides, helicopter rides, family activities, live entertainment, food trucks and more. Tickets: $8-$15 for morning or evening admission. $25.95 for all-weekend access pass.

September 3 (Newburgh) Hudson Valley Wine and Music Festival – 12 PM – 6 PM. Enjoy great wine and great music. $30/advance tickets, tickets increase day of.

September 3 (Mount Vernon) Wakanda Celebration – 11 AM – 8 PM. Celebrate the culture, pride, music, arts and community of Africa. Traphagen School in Mount Vernon. Free.

September 4, 11, 18, 25 (Bethel, NY) Harvest Festival – The Harvest Festival takes place at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts. “Harvest Festival celebrates the bounty of locals farms, talent of local artisans, flavor of homemade specialty food items, and also features live music, food trucks, crafts, special offerings, and more. Now in its 24th year, the annual event returns in 2022 for six consecutive weeks.” Free admission, $5 parking fee

September 9, 10, 11 (Yorktown Heights) Yorktown Grange Fair – “This year’s theme is “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing” and there are certainly an abundance of great things to celebrate at the fair.” Enjoy rides, games, food, a livestock show, live music, an antique tractor parade and more. Admission: $10/carload, $5/walk-ins and single occupant vehicles. Hours: Friday 4 PM – 11 PM, Saturday 10 AM – 11 PM, Sunday 10 AM – 7 PM

September 10 (Monroe) Village of Monroe Cheese Festival. 11 AM – 7 PM. Beer, wine, food vendors, street performances, live bands and more.

September 10 – 11 (Rhinebeck) Hudson Valley Wine Fest – The 21st annual Hudson Valley Wine Fest is taking place at the Dutchess County Fair Grounds. Saturday 11 AM – 6 PM, Sunday 11 AM – 5 PM. Sample hundreds of different wines, beer, cider and spirits, see cooking demonstrations, and more. Tasting Ticket: Gate price – one day $45, weekend $80. Includes tasting glass and all the wine/beer/cider/spirits sampling (Age 21 and over – ID required.) Designated Driver Ticket: Gate price – one day $15, weekend $27. Includes free water/soda all day and a souvenir tasting glass upon exit. Food is not included in these ticket prices.

September 14-18 (White Plains) Jazzfest – ” For its eleventh year, the festival remains true to its roots, presenting jazz from an outstanding roster that features musicians of local and national significance. Between September 14-18, you’ll hear some of today’s hottest rising jazz stars.” There’s a mix of both free and ticketed performances. Check out the site for the full schedule.

September 14-18 (Yorktown) Yorktown San Gennaro Feast. Statue Procession Wednesday, September 14th at 6 PM. Rides, food, music games and more.

September 17 ( Pelham) Toonerville Music Festival – Enjoy, “an eclectic mix of national and regional talent on two stages.” There are 17 bands performing beginning at 12 PM. Tickets: $55/adults, $30/seniors (age 65+), $30 students (12-18), under 12 free

September 17 (Yonkers) Yonkers Riverfest– 12 PM -7 PM at 1 Larkin Plaza. Enjoy live music and performances, arts & crafts, kids activities, shops and vendors and more. Free admission.

Family Fun:

September 3 (Various locations) September 3 is National Cinema Day. Participating theaters are offering movie tickets for $3 each. You can search for a theater by zip code on the linked site.

September 10, 24 (Purchase) Glow in the Park at Boundless Adventures. Climb through the treetops in the dark with neon lights. September 10th is Epic Movies Night. You’ll hear tunes from popular movies all night long. September 24 is Disney Theme Night. “Wear your Disney attire and listen to Disney tunes while you climb through our tree canopy under the lights” Both nights, 6 PM -11 PM. $50 for a 2 hour climb.

September 11, 18 and 25 (Bronx River Parkway) Bicycle Sundays -10 AM – 2 PM, “the parkway is open exclusively for bicyclists, in-line skaters, scooters, walkers and joggers from Exit 22 at the Westchester County Center to Exit 4 at Scarsdale Road in Yonkers. The round-trip distance is 13 miles. The road is closed to automobiles in that stretch of parkway. Admission is free and free parking will be available in the East Lot at the Westchester County Center.”

September 17 (New Rochelle) Westchester County Parks Screening Under the Stars. Spider-Man No Way Home, 2021 (PG-13) Glen Island Park. Movies begin at sundown. Refreshments for sale. Bring blanket or chairs. Parking and admission free.

Live Music & Performances:

Bethel Woods: (Bethel) A little further to travel but some great musicians worth checking out play here. In September you can see: Darius Rucker w/Jameson Rodgers & Elvie Shane (Sept. 3),  DakhaBrakha (Sept. 17) *Check the site for the full lineup

The Capitol Theatre: (Port Chester) September’s lineup includes: Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs (Sept. 16), George Porter JR & Runnin’ Pardners (Sept. 18), Little Feat (Sept. 20), Rick Springfield (Sept. 30) *Check the site for the full lineup

Emelin Theatre: (Mamaroneck) September’s lineup includes Gangstagrass (Sept. 24) *Check the site for the full lineup

Paramount Hudson Valley: (Peekskill) September’s lineup includes: The Edwards present THE ULTIMATE VARIETY SHOW Vegas’ Top Impersonators & Impressionists (Sept. 8), Laurel Canyon- A Tribute to Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young (Sept. 16), Westchester Fight Night 10 (Sept. 17), Kevin Nealon (Sept. 30) *Check the site for the full lineup

Tarrytown Music Hall: (Tarrytown) September’s lineup includes: Candlebox – Wolves Tour 2022 with Special Guests Hold on Hollywood (Sept. 7),  EagleMania: The World’s Greatest Eagles Tribute (Sept. 10), Dionne Warwick (Sept. 11), Reelin’ in the Years – Celebrating the Music of Steely Dan (Sept. 16), My Name is Not Mom: Meredith Masony, Tiffany Jenkins & Dena Blizzard (Sept. 30) *Check the site for the full lineup

September 1 – (Yonkers) See The Amish Outlaws perform at the last Summer Fest Concert at Cross County Center. 6:30 PM – 8 PM, Free. Bring chairs or blankets to the Green.

September 8 – (Dutchess Stadium – Beacon) Nitro Circus Live: Good, Bad & Rad -“Nitro Circus was founded by friends with a passion for pushing the limits and having fun in the process. It’s this camaraderie and risk-taking spirit that defines everything we do. We continuously break boundaries in the name of innovation and adventure.” 7 PM, Tickets: $65/General Admission

September 30: (Katonah) See Grammy-nominated saxophonist and composer Melissa Aldana and her quartet at Caramoor. Presented in collaboration with Jazz at Lincoln Center. 8 PM, tickets start at $40.

Shopping:

September 10 (Peekskill) Railroad Makers Market – 2 PM – 8 PM at Station Square at Railroad Avenue. Shop and support the local makers of Peekskill!

August Events in Westchester County

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Summer is still going strong.  Soak up all the fun with these August Events in Westchester County (and the surrounding area). Check back often as we continue to update this post. Please email Nancy at NYFoodieFamily@gmail.com with any calendar additions.
As always, please check directly with the venue for the most up-to-date information.

Comedy:

Levity Live (West Nyack – Palisade Center) Enjoy a comedy show at Levity Live. Upcoming shows include Pat McGann (August 4-6), Steve Byrne (August 11-13), Jon Lovitz (August 16-17), Ryan Long (Aug. 18), Adele Givens (August 19-21), Josh Johnson (August 25) Lavell Crawford (August 26-27)  *Check the site for the full lineup

August 25: (Peekskill) Bored Teachers Summer Comedy Tour at Paramount Hudson Valley Theater, 7:30 PM. Tickets $35-$55.

Date Night/Girls Night Out:

Karaoke Mondays (Rye) Barley Beach House 8 PM – 11 PM. Grab our friends and sing your heart out!

Eat & Drink:

Taste of Westchester Cooking Demo Classes: (restaurants throughout Westchester County) enjoy cooking demos from local chefs and then sample their creations.  Remaining August classes include:  The 808 Bistro (August 6th), Zwilling J.A. Henckels Cooking Studio (August 8th, August 13th), Saltaire Oyster Bar (August 11th), The Horse & Hound Inn (August 17th), Fatt Root Asian Kitchen (August 20th), El Barrio (August 23rd)

August 6th – (Elmsford) Captain Lawrence Summer Seafood Boil. This is a rain or shine event. Enjoy live music and lots of food!

August 11 – (New Rochelle) Mediterranean Cruise Night at Dubrovnik Restaurant: Explore the flavors of Portugal, Spain, France, Croatia and Italy. 6:30 PM – 10 PM, 5-course dinner, $80/person 

August 16 – (Rye) Barley Beach House Reggae Rum Punch Party. 6 PM – 9 PM. Celebrate National Rum Day at The Barley Beach House. Enjoy unlimited tastings of their secret island rum punch cocktails. Dance to live music by Royal Khaoz and eat from the Island Buffet. 21+ to party. Tickets: General admission $55, Group rate (6 tickets for the price of 5): $45.85, Designated Driver $20

Openings:

Freddy’s Restaurant (Pleasantville) had their soft opening this week. This is the newest restaurant from Chef Matthew Safarowic and his wife Christina Drake Safarowic. Check out their menu of modern American tavern fare.

ONGOING:

Tuesday:

Augie’s Prime Cut (Mohegan Lake)  has a Tuesday Prime Rib special. From 3 PM to close diners can enjoy a 12 oz. prime rib with choice of potatoes or rice for $19.95.

Taco Tuesday deal at Donjito (Scarsdale) 3 tacos for $12 plus beer and margarita specials.

Wednesday:

Wine Wednesdays at The Bit (Dobbs Ferry). Enjoy 50% off almost all bottles of wine.

Divino Cucina Italiana (Hastings) has Vegan Wednesdays. Every Wednesday they have a special vegan menu.

The Railhouse 10803 (Pelham) has New York Strip Wednesdays. Enjoy a New York Strip steak, roasted potatoes and asparagus with Argentinean Chimichurri for $15! Dine in only.

Friday:

Sunset Beach Dinner at The Barley Beach House (Rye). Fridays 7 PM – 10 PM. $30 food buffet, cash bar. First come first serve.

Fairs & Festivals:

August 2-7: Ulster County Fair (New Paltz) August 4: 10 AM – 10 PM, August 5 & 6: 10 AM – 11 PM, August 7: 10 AM – 8 PM. Free Parking. Pay one price: $20/person or purchase online $18/person includes rides, shows and entertainment

August 5-7 & August 12-14: Barton Orchards Sunflower Festival (Poughquag) Enjoy the five-acre sunflower field filled with 11 different varieties of sunflowers. Enjoy a hay ride up to the field and enjoy live music and the Tap Room during your visit. Guests are encouraged to bring their own small gardening shears to cut their sunflowers, as our supply is very limited due to a shortage from our supplier. Shears will be available for rent during the festival on a first come first serve basis. They are offering LIMITED discounted early bird pricing before the event. Once the Early Bird discounted tickets have sold out, the price will increase. Free Parking. Fridays: 4 PM – 9 PM Saturdays: 11 AM – 9 PM Sundays: 11 AM – 6 PM. Early Bird tickets currently available: $17/adults, $12/children (ages 4-12) + service fees. Includes 2 flowers.

August 6-7: Bear Mountain Native American Powwow (Harriman State Park) Presented by the RedHawk Native American Arts Council. From the website: “Bear Mountain Pow Wow is a full contest Pow Wow attracting over 500 Native American artists, educators, singers, dancers and performing groups from across the Americas. Over 40 artist booths selling crafts, jewelry, food and more.  Other highlights of the event include authentic cuisine: buffalo burgers, venison stew and corn soup. Visitors can interact with representatives from tribes of the Lakota, Navajo, Mohawk, Seneca, Cherokee, Aztec, Mayan, Samoan, Hawaiian and many more. There is a tipi raising.” 11 AM – 7 PM. This is a rain or shine event. Tickets: $15/adults and teens (13+), $10/senior citizens, students with ID, children 6-12, $45/family 4-pack for 2 adults, 2 children ages 6-12, Free/children 5 and under. Tickets purchased online have service fees. Tickets can be purchased at the gate – cash only. Free parking, Rain or shine.

August 6–7: Putnam County Wine & Food Fest (Mayor’s Park – Cold Spring) August 6: 11 AM – 6 PM, August 7: 11 AM – 5 PM. From the website, the two-day event, “features hard cider, spirts, wineries, arts and crafts, food vendors, cooking and mixologist demonstrations, children activities and live music.”Tickets in advance: $30/person, $12/designated drver. Tickets day of: $40/person, Free/children under 12. Rain or Shine. Parking at Haldane High School w/free shuttle to event.

August 7: India Cultural Celebration (Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla) 12 PM – 6 PM, Festivals will be held rain or shine. Seating is informal; bring blankets or folding chairs for seating on the lawn.

August 16-18: Hudson Valley Filmfest (Warwick) Enjoy a three-night program of curated short films at the legendary Warwick Drive-in Movie Theater. Receptions held each night at Pennings Farm & Cidery 
with live music, food & drinks, and the presentation of awards. 

August 20-21: Mid-Hudson Comic Con (Poughkeepsie) August 20: 10 AM – 6 PM, August 21: 10 AM – 4 PM. Cosplay contest, celebs and guest artists, tabletop gaming, exhibitors, panels and more. Tickets: VIP/$100 (This VIP pass includes the weekend pass which gets you in both days! Mid-Hudson Comic Con August 20-21, 2022! EXCLUSIVES: Mid-Hudson Comic Con special wearable lanyard badge with double sided artwork, posters, T-SHIRT (card in your bag needs to brought to MHCC official shirt table [location: TBA] where you pick up your t-shirt size), and 5 exclusive prints for the show by Robert Bruno, Jay Mooers & Morgan Rouche! 2 random comic books from Marvel or DC, which one will you get?! Posters, swag donated by Netflix, Dreamworks, and more! VERY VERY VERY limited amount of these tickets to behold!), Saturday Day Pass/$23, Sunday Day Pass/$20, Kids Ticket (ages 7-15)/$15 each day, Kids 6 and under/Free.

August 21: Jewish American Festival (Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla) 12 PM – 6 PM, Festivals will be held rain or shine. Seating is informal; bring blankets or folding chairs for seating on the lawn.

August 23 – 28: Dutchess County Fair (Rhinebeck) Visit the 176th Dutchess County Fair. Enjoy entertainment, animals, rides, music and more. Daily Fair Hours: Tues-Sat 10:00 AM-10:00 PM | Sun 10:00AM-8:00PM Rides Run Daily: Tues-Sat 10:00 AM-10:00 PM | Sun 10:00AM-8:00PM, Online Presale Tickets: Adult Admission: $13.50 + $1.50 convenience fee online, Ride All Day Wristbands: $25 + $1.50 convenience fee. Day of/At the Gate Tickets: Adult Admission: $18, Ride All Day Wristbands: $30 Children under 11 free. Parking Free.

August 27-28: Hudson River Seafood Festival (Beacon) Riverfront Park in Beacon. 1 PM – 6 PM. From the website: “Expect a day of lobster rolls, baked clams, and/or raw  seafood bar with oysters, clams and delicious seafood salads. Check out our fried seafood bar with choices like fried shrimp, scallops, and fried clams! Not a seafood lover? Check out our awesome array of barbecue, taco and a large variety of food trucks and restaurants also catering to the vegan and gluten-free clientele. There will also be some of the best craft beers, local wines of the Hudson Valley as well as ciders and seltzers, and a variety of soft drinks. Make sure to get your Tickets it  could possibly sell out early. Be sure you leave room for dessert because we will have cupcakes, cheesecakes, ice cream, Italian ices, and huge selection of sweet treats!” General admission $20, 4-pack General admission $70, Craft Brew ticket $55, King of the Sea VIP $109

August 28: Muslim Heritage Festival (Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla) 12 PM – 6 PM, Festivals will be held rain or shine. Seating is informal; bring blankets or folding chairs for seating on the lawn.

Kids & Family Fun:

All Month long: 2nd Annual Putnam County History Hunt (Putnam County) Travel around Putnam County and get introduced to the historical sites and buildings located throughout the county. Upon completion, participants will be entered into a random drawing to win the grand prize, which will be awarded on September 1st, 2022. Children 18 and under will receive a participation prize.

August 5, 12, 19: Summer Fridays at the Hudson River Museum (Yonkers) Enjoy pay-what-you-wish admission from 5 PM – 7 PM. Free planetarium show at 6 PM.

August 6: Ozland Festival (Peekskill) Presented by Antonia Arts, this event celebrates all things Wizard of Oz. The day will include art, poetry, a performance by the Wiz Kids, the “Wizard of Oz” films and more. 12 PM – 6 PM, South Street in Peekskill.

August 6: Sand Art Competition (Glen Island Beach, New Rochelle), 11 AM – 4 PM, participation free. Parking and admission fees apply.

August 13 (Mount Vernon) DJ Day at Wilson’s Woods Pool. 12 PM – 4 PM. 

August 14 (Yonkers) DJ Day at Sprain Ridge Pool. 12 PM – 4 PM. 

August 13 (Cross County Center, Yonkers) Kid’s Rock & Roll on the Green with Rock & Roll Playhouse. Hip hop show, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

August 17 (Valhalla) Westchester County Parks Screening Under the Stars. Boss Baby: Family Business, 2021 (PG) Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla.Movies begin at sundown. Refreshments for sale. Bring blanket or chairs. Parking and admission free.

August 20 (White Plains) DJ Day at Saxon Woods Pool 12 PM – 4 PM. 

August 21 (Ossining) Discover Teatown Monthly Hike. Enjoy a guided hike as you discover Teatown. 10 AM – 12 PM. This experience is perfect for everyone aged 5 and older, and anyone who wants to start learning about the magic of Teatown. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Bring water, light snacks, and wear supportive, comfortable shoes such as sneakers. No flip flops. This event will be lead in English and Spanish. This event is free to attend, although parking is $7, which helps with reservation maintenance.

August 21 (Yonkers) DJ Day at The Brook at Tibbett 12 PM – 4 PM. 

August 22-26 & August 29-31 (Pizzazzles at the Jefferson Valley Mall, Yorktown Heights) Pizzazzles Palooza – your kids will enjoy lots of fun from water slides, painting, games, ice cream and more. 9 AM – 5 PM daily. Ages 4ish -10ish. Drop off only. $400/child for entire Palooza or $90 per day. Advance registration required.

August 23 (Bethel, NY) Encanto: The Family Sing Along Film Concert at Bethel Woods. 7:30 PM. Tickets: $25-$75

August 27 (New Rochelle) DJ Day at Glen Island Beach 12 PM – 4 PM. 

August 27-28 (Montgomery, NY) 2022 New York Air Show at the Orange County Airport. See the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, the F-16 Viper Demo Team, the West Point Parachute Team and more during this two day weekend event. Tickets: $35 – $189. Opening ceremonies begin at 11 AM.

August 28 (Mount Vernon) DJ Day at Wilson’s Woods Pool 12 PM – 4 PM. 

Live Music & Performances:

Bethel Woods: (Bethel, NY) A little further to travel but some great musicians worth checking out play here. In August you can see: Foreigner w/special guest star Don Felder (August 7), Outlaw Music Festival featuring Willie Nelson & Family, ZZ Top, Zach Bryan, Charley Crockett, The War and Treaty, and Particle Kid (August 13), Brandi Carlile (August 19), Santana with Earth, Wind & Fire (August 21), The Beach Boys w/The Temptations (August 25), Gavin DeGraw (August 31). *Check the site for the full lineup

Capitol Theatre: (Port Chester) August’s lineup includes: Steely Dan (August 10-13), The Avett Brothers (August 27-28), Ben Folds (August 31). *Check the site for the full lineup

Paramount Hudson Valley Theater: (Peekskill) August’s lineup includes: The Felice Brothers with Skullcrusher and The Dan Zlotnick Band (August 6). *Check the site for the full lineup

August 5 (Yonkers) Summer Amphitheater Series at the Hudson River Museum. The Afro-Peruvian Ensemble performs at 8 PM. Admission is free.

August 6 (White Plains) BRAATA Folk Singers 2 PM, Court Street (between Main St. & Martine Ave.)  Join us for an afternoon performance with The Braata Folk Singers, including dance, and call-and-response singing. The group is a proud ambassador of, and the foremost authority on, Jamaican and Caribbean folk music performance in the United States. Co-presented by ArtsWestchester and the Thomas H. Slater Center as part of the “188th  Year of Jamaican Emancipation and 60th Anniversary Independence Day Celebration”

August 6 (Yonkers) Summer Amphitheater Series at the Hudson River Museum. Trombonist and jazz performer Clifton Anderson performs at 8 PM. Admission is free.

August 7  (Yonkers) The Athenians at Untermyer Gardens perform the best of opera and Broadway. Performance takes place in the Walled Garden Amphitheater. 5 PM – 6 PM. Tickets $40.

August 9 (Mount Vernon) City of Mount Vernon: Summer Breeze featuring WUZA-WUZA African Music & Dance Ensemble. 6:30 PM at City Hall Plaza (1 Roosevelt Square North). New York’s leading Ghanaian dance and drum ensemble, WUZA-WUZA, is known for its representations of Ghana’s many different ethnic traditions, including the rich diversity of West African music, dance and culture. The ensemble features leading Ghanaian drummers and dancers living in the United States, including world-renowned choreographer Yawuza Alhassan, former Ghana National Dance Ensemble members Mariama Gariba and Esther D. Angel, and master drummers Horla Kutte, Baba Buhari and Kofi Kuube Saeed. Co-presented by ArtsWestchester and the City of Mount Vernon in conjunction with the “Mt. Vernon Summer Breeze Series” (Rain Date: August 11)

August 12 (Yonkers) Summer Amphitheater Series at the Hudson River Museum. Cherish the Ladies: An Evening of Irish Music performs at 8 PM. Admission is free.

August 13: (Yonkers) Summer Amphitheater Series at the Hudson River Museum. Getting to Know You: Mind Reading Under the Stars with magician Andy Gershenzon at 8 PM. Admission is free.

August 13 (Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla) The Robison Summer Concert Series: David Clark’s ALL ABOUT JOEL at Kensico Dam Plaza. Gates open at 6 PM, tickets $10/person

August 17: (Harbor Island Park, Mamaroneck) Concert in the Park featuring Hollis Brown. Free, 7 PM. Food trucks on-site. Bring chairs/blankets. Free parking at Harbor Island Park after 4:30 PM. Rain Date: Thursday, August 18 at 7 PM.

August 19: (Yonkers) Summer Amphitheater Series at the Hudson River Museum. Natyamudra Classical Indian Dance performs at 8 PM. Admission is free.

August 20: (Sleepy Hollow) Dia De La Cultura Ecuatoriana / Day of Ecuadorian Culture. 3-8 PM at Barnhart Park. Join us for an afternoon of Ecuadorian music, dance, food and craft, along with family-friendly presentations that feature traditional Ecuadorian costumes and the indigenous Kitchwa language. Guests are welcome to bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to enjoy the performance. Co-presented by ArtsWestchester and the Village of Sleepy Hollow. (Rain Date: August 21)

August 26 (Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla) The Robison Summer Concert Series: 45 Riots and SAGE at Kensico Dam Plaza. Gates open at 6 PM, tickets $10/person.

Fitness:

Tuesdays: (Cross County Center, Yonkers) Zumba Classes on the Green with Guillermo Ruiz, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM, Free.

August 17, 24 and 31 (Eastchester) YogaSix is hosting three Outdoor Yoga: Sip and Flow classes in August with Cece and Elyse. $20 each class with a free frosé drink after class.

Brunch is Back at Goosefeather!

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Thank you to Goosefeather for hosting us. As always, all opinions are our own.

Since its September 2019 opening, Goosefeather has been one of Westchester County’s go-to restaurants for date nights, birthdays and anniversary celebrations. When the Tarrytown restaurant first opened, Chef Dale Talde served his seasonal and modernized Cantonese dishes at both weekend brunch and dinner. The restaurant closed temporarily during COVID and reopened serving only dinner. Earlier this month, Goosefeather finally brought back weekend brunch.

Brunch

On Saturdays and Sundays from 11 AM – 2:30 PM, guests can once again enjoy some unique menu offerings that don’t exist on the dinner menu. My husband and I recently visited and were able to sample several of the new dishes. 

The brunch menu has a small selection of cocktails, such as a Bloody Mary, Mimosa, or a Goosefeather Sangria or Bellini. My husband ordered the David Lo Pan, which is made with gin, strega, Oolong tea and Yuzu-ade. He was pleasantly surprised at both the name of the cocktail and how delicious it was. 

The brunch menu features some favorites from the dinner menu like the Dry-aged beef potstickers, Crispy Shrimp Bao and Sweet Summer Corn. Similar to dinner, the brunch menu encourages diners to order several different dishes to share. There are three sections to the menu: “Bao”, “Smaller” and “Bigger”. Before the food is served, a small vessels of soy sauce and chili garlic oil are delivered to the table.

We were able to enjoy two different bao of the three available on the menu. The Classic Chilled Lobster Bao was a unique Cantonese twist to the seasonal summer lobster roll. We also shared the Market Mushroom Bao with pickled star fruit and Umami butter. This vegetarian dish is one of several on the menu. The bao are served in taco holders, making them easy to pick up and enjoy.

We had two “smaller” dishes, one of which was my absolute favorite. This Shrimp Toast is made with milk bread and topped with a sunny side up egg and nori. The toast had a nice crunch and was filled with shrimp. While the egg and nori flakes were a nice addition, I could have eaten multiple slices of just the toast. The Gem Salad was topped with 8 Treasure Spice and Parmigiano. This is one of the lighter dishes on the menu and one of several vegan and gluten-free selections. While we enjoyed everything we ate, the Gem Salad is probably the least interesting item that we sampled.

We shared two of the “bigger” dishes.  The Smoked Salmon Fried Rice has bits of scrambled egg and is mixed with Crème Fraîche. A generous sprinkle of Everything Bagel Spice and dill finish the dish. This was the only dish that I tried with and without some of the chili garlic sauce. While I usually enjoy a little spice on my fried rice, I found it to overpower the smoked salmon fried rice and preferred it without. The Grilled Asparagus Salad is a lighter dish. The asparagus had a nice smokiness and was topped with lump crab, a XO sauce romesco and a 6 minute egg.

Although we do not eat meat, we noticed the Kung Pao Chicken & Mochi Waffles is a very popular dish. Almost every table ordered it during our visit and it looked really tasty! Other meat-forward brunch only dishes include Crispy Pork Wontons, Fried Chicken Dumplings and Goosefeather Double Cheeseburgers. 

Hopefully you save room for dessert. We enjoyed sharing the Goosefeather Sundae which featured a vanilla ice cream and lemon sorbet garnished with half an ice cream cookie sandwich. It is large enough to share and was the perfect ending to end our delicious meal. There is one other dessert option, the Hong Kong Milk Tea Tiramisu which sounds very interesting.

There are enough brunch-only dishes that guests who have previously enjoyed dinner at Goosefeather can come for brunch and experience all different menu items. Regardless of whether you visit for brunch or dinner, know you are in for a delicious meal.

The Chef

Chef Dale Talde is probably most recognized from his appearances as a contestant on Bravo TV’s “Top Chef”. The James Beard nominated chef has also written a cookbook, Asian American, which can be purchased at the restaurant. Besides overseeing his restaurant, Chef Talde also hosts the show “All Up In My Grill” on the food and travel video network, Tastemade.

The Restaurant

According to a press release, “the name for Goosefeather is taken from an ancient Chinese proverb which embodies the idea of thoughtful gift-giving.”

Goosefeather is housed on the bottom floor of the King Mansion on the Tarrytown Estate and dates back to around 1840. There are four dining rooms, an intimate bar area and outdoor dining space as well. On our visit, my husband and I dined in the library room which includes much of the original woodwork. Staying on theme, your check is delivered at the end of your meal in a book. The ceilings of all of the rooms are decorated with replicas of artist Joan Miró’s work, which presents a unique contrast between the historical mansion and the colorful, abstract art. My husband and I applaud the decorator who designed the bathrooms, giving them a fun take on the restaurant’s name. 

For those looking to enjoy some weekend evening cocktails the Front Lawn Bar has also made a return to Goosefeather. Open Friday nights from 5 PM-10 PM and Saturdays from 6 PM – 10 PM guests can enjoy drinks on the Front Lawn. The bar serves canned spirits including cocktails, wine and beer. Bottle service is also available. On Saturday nights guests can move and groove to the tunes played by the DJ. 

The  Details:
Goosefeather at Tarrytown House Estate
49 E. Sunnyside Lane
Tarrytown, NY 10591
(914) 829-5454
website

Hours:
Closed Mondays
Tuesday – Thursday: 5 PM – 10 PM
Friday: 5 PM – 10:30 PM
Saturday: 11 AM – 2:30 PM and 4 PM – 10:30 PM
Sunday: 11 AM – 2:30 PM and 4 PM – 8 PM

Reservations can be made online via Resy or by calling the restaurant. 

Parking: Ample parking throughout the property. 

Price: Dishes range from $13.50-$28.50 each

Try a Lobster Roll From One of These Westchester County Restaurants

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Lobster Roll from Bread & Brine

Lobster rolls = summer. Eating one of these with a view of the ocean, for me, defines the season. Those of us who can’t make it to the coastal areas of New England this summer can still enjoy one of these delicious treats nearer to home. Many Westchester County restaurants serve lobster rolls during the warmer months (and many throughout the year). The prices are all pretty comparable. You just have to decide how far you are willing to travel and whether you want a chilled, mayo-based, Maine-style roll or a hot, buttery, Connecticut-style roll. 

As always, please check directly with the restaurant for the most up-to-date pricing and availability.

Apiary at the Library (Scarsdale) – ($24.95) on a bun with chips

The Boathouse (Ossining) – (Market Price) Chunks of lobster in a tarragon aioli on a buttered roll

Bread and Brine (Hastings) – ($29) Choice of Maine or Connecticut-style, bag of potato chips included

Chef Rob on Wheels (Yorktown and Westchester County) ($24) Chef Rob’s food truck is usually parked outside Yorktown Town Hall Tuesday through Saturday, but he also caters private events and can be found at local fairs and festivals. Lobster rolls can be ordered Butter Poached (Succulent claw and knuckle lobster meat, poached in warm butter and served atop a butter-griddled split top hot dog bun) or The Original (Succulent claw and knuckle lobster meat, tossed in our special spiced lemon mayo and fresh crunchy celery, served atop a butter griddled split top hot dog bun).

Cousins Maine Lobster – (Food Truck that frequents Westchester County) – ($23) Choose between Maine-style (Maine lobster, served chilled, touch of mayo, on a New England Roll) or Connecticut-style (Maine lobster, served warm with butter and lemon, on a New England roll). You can make it a combo with a drink and a side for an additional cost.

Dobbs Ferry Lobster Guys (Dobbs Ferry) – ($24.95) Their Maine-style is served cold, on a grilled and buttered bun. The lobster is typically dressed in a light mayo, with light salt & pepper. Their Connecticut-style uses hot lobster meat and is served buttered.

Half Moon (Dobbs Ferry) – ($40) buttered roll, mayonnaise, tarragon

Hudson Grille (White Plains) – ($26) Celery, shredded carrots, mayo, potato roll, fries

KEE Oyster House (White Plains) – ($32) stuffed in a branded roll and served with Old Bay chips

Kelly’s Sea Level (Rye) – ($27.95) Maine-style (North Atlantic lobster meat piled on a buttered roll drizzled with Old Bay mayo with a side of fries and cole slaw) or Connecticut-style (North Atlantic lobster meat in warm, melted butter piled on a toaster roll with a side of fries and cole slaw)

Lexington Square Cafe (Mount Kisco) – ($31) Mayonnaise, Celery, Lemon Juice, Chives, with Pomme Frites

Milton Point Provisions (Rye) – ($28) Connecticut or Maine-style, served on a Brioche Bun

Ocean House (Croton-on-Hudson) – ($28) Lobster Roll Box includes a Cup o’ Chowda & a Bag o’ Chips

Purdy’s Farmer and the Fish (North Salem) – ($29) warm & buttered or cool with cukes

Red Hat on the River (Irvington) – ($36) “Maine Style” fresh lobster dressed with lemon aioli, celery, chives, butter toasted brioche roll, choice of greens or frites (available Wednesdays after 4 PM through Saturdays) 

RiverMarket Bar & Kitchen (Tarrytown) – ($34) warm butter poached lobster roll, fries, house-made butter pickles

The Rye Grill and Bar (Rye) – ($28) New England Roll, Bib Lettuce, Sweet Potato Fries

Saltaire Oyster Bar (Port Chester) – ($38) Butter Poached lobster, Toasted New England Roll, Pickled Celery, Garden Herbs

Tavern at Croton Landing (Croton on Hudson) – ($29.95) Maine style served on a potato bun with either fries or chips.

Washington Irving Boat Club (Tarrytown) – ($32.95) They offer both Maine and Connecticut-style rolls, served with fries.

Wellington’s Grill (Harrison) – ($25) Fresh lobster on a toasted buttered jumbo roll with a side of drawn butter and French fries

What type of lobster roll do you prefer? Maine-style or Connecticut-style? Have you tried any of these? Any favorites?

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New Rochelle’s First Chipotle Restaurant Opens Tomorrow

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Any Chipotle Mexican Grill fans out there? Their burritos, bowls and salads are perfect for a quick and tasty meal.  Residents of New Rochelle, get ready, because a new Chipotle restaurant is opening tomorrow at the North Ridge Shopping Center at 77 Quaker Ridge Road.  

To celebrate the grand opening, the first 50 guests in line will receive free Chipotle Goods merchandise. For those unfamiliar, Chipotle Goods is the restaurant’s line of clothing, accessories and bags. All profits from these product sales are donated to charitable causes that focus on making food and clothing more sustainable.

If you aren’t a Chipotle Rewards member yet, sign up now! You’ll receive free chips and guac after your first purchase.  And who doesn’t love free guac?! 

This Chipotle restaurant will be open daily from 10:45 AM to 10 PM, giving you plenty of time to get your fill of burritos and rice bowls.  And for those looking for employment, the restaurant is hiring. Check out this link to learn more about the perks of working at Chipotle and how to apply. 

This is New Rochelle’s first Chipotle restaurant, so I’m sure it will be extra busy the first couple of weeks! Especially if the city’s residents love Chipotle as much as I do!

Million Dollar Quartet Debuts at The Westchester Theatre

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NY Foodie Family was invited to a media viewing of the show. As always, all opinions are our own.

Fans of local theatre were devastated when the Westchester Broadway Theatre closed in October 2020, after more than 45 years in business.  This was THE place for Broadway-caliber productions, without the hassle of traveling into the city. Fortunately, the revived (and newly-named) The Westchester Theatre has found a home at the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center. The 425 seat theatre was founded in 2017 and hosts a variety of cultural events and shows, including theatre productions. 

This spring, the Westchester Theatre is performing Million Dollar Quartet. The Tony-nominated musical debuted last Thursday evening at the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center and runs on select dates through May 22nd. 

From the MIllion Dollar Quartet website:  “Around Christmas time in 1956, Carl Perkins was in a post-“Blue Suede Shoes” funk. He booked a recording session on Dec. 4th with producer Sam Phillips. Along with Jerry Lee Lewis, Perkins and his band recorded a number of songs including one of Perkins’ best-known records, “Matchbox.” Details from the rest of that day are still questioned, but this is what is known: Perkins and Lewis were later joined by Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash, and the foursome held an impromptu jam session. A newspaper wrote, “This quartet could sell a million.” Shortly after they were known as “The Million Dollar Quartet.”

The show plays like a concert/ jam session with the actors actually playing the instruments and singing. You’ll hear hits like “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Hound Dog,” “I Walk the Line,” and “Great Balls of Fire.” At one point, the performers literally have the audience up on their feet dancing along to the tunes. 

Recently, I attended the opening of Million Dollar Quartet and can say that this is a must-see show for fans of early rock and roll. While the audience on the night of my visit leaned toward the 60+ age group, the show will be entertaining for anyone who are fans of Perkins, Cash, Lewis and Presley. Million Dollar Quartet is playing for a limited time, so be sure to get your tickets soon!

The Details:
Million Dollar Quartet Westchester Theatre at the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center
480 North Bedford Road
Chappaqua, NY 
website

Dates: Select dates through May 22

Tickets: $49 – $89/ticket

Parking: Plentiful free parking in lot

*Masks are required at the performances

*There is no intermission. The show runs straight through the approximately 105 minutes.

LOOK Dine-In Cinemas Opens in Dobbs Ferry

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Dinner and a movie just got elevated to another level at the recently opened LOOK Dine-In Cinemas! The movie theater had its grand opening earlier this month and is now welcoming guests. The newly-opened Dobbs Ferry location is the company’s tenth theater and the first in New York.

The Experience

Visitors to LOOK Dine-In Cinemas have the opportunity to enjoy an elevated movie experience.

Guests can preorder movie tickets online and select the seats of their choice or use the ticket kiosks in the lobby. The theaters open 20 to 30 minutes before show time so visitors can get comfortable and order any food and drinks prior to the movie starting.

The Theater:

LOOK Dine-In Cinemas has eight theaters that can seat between 60-100 guests. The front section of the theater has chaise lounges that seat two. These are great if you prefer to lay down and snuggle up with your date. There is a row of seats behind the chaise lounges that do not recline but offer a generously sized and cushioned seating space. The remainder of the theater has rows of black recliner seats.

Each seat has a QR code that guests scan on their phones to access the menu. Each unique code is cleverly programmed with the seat number, so servers know your order and where to deliver your food.

The Food:

Now let’s talk about the food! The theater has an expansive food menu with something for everyone. For those that want a classic movie experience, you can order the traditional popcorn, candy and nachos. However, you can also enjoy a full meal, with menu offerings of appetizers, mains and desserts.

The night of our visit my husband and I shared a Sausage + Mushroom Pizza, minus the sausage. Taking items out and adding items on is so easy with the online ordering system.

We also shared the Southwest Chicken Salad. I love that menu items are clearly customizable with the menu buttons, so as a vegetarian, I could enjoy the salad without the chicken.

The pizza was better than I was expecting at a movie theater, but I probably wouldn’t order it again because the menu has so many other choices. I’m looking forward to trying out a bunch of other dishes on future visits, like the Impossible Sliders and Coconut Shrimp. However, the Southwest Chicken Salad was really tasty! I loved the combination of ingredients and the Chipotle Cilantro dressing really complemented it all. I will definitely reorder this salad!

The Drinks:

There is currently one bar area, pictured here, where guests can enjoy drinks before or after their movie. It is a full-service bar serving beer, wine, and cocktails. Eventually, they will be opening the larger bar and lounge area near the entrance of the theater.

The drink menu includes signature cocktails like the Blue Revenge, which has Tito’s Vodka, Cruzan Rum, and sweet and sour mix, garnished with a lemon wheel.

If you are looking for an elevated dinner and movie experience, I recommend visiting LOOK Dine-In Cinemas. This is a fun, new entertainment option in lower Westchester County!

Special Promos:

LOOK Dine-In Cinemas has several special promotions including:

$5 tickets all day on Tuesdays.

The first show of the day, every day, has a discounted ticket price of $5.

The Details:

LOOK Dine-In Cinemas
1 Hamilton Street
Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522
website

Parking: There is free parking in the lot in front of the theater.

Hours: Open daily – showtimes vary with movie

Movie Tickets: $15.50/adult ticket, $12.50/children and senior tickets

Food: Prices vary depending on food choice. Pizza and a soda or a salad and a soda costs around $25.

*Movies listings are updated Tuesday evenings.

2022 Westchester County Valentine’s Day Dining Guide

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There are 14 days until Valentine’s Day.  If you haven’t made them yet, dinner reservations are a must! Most restaurants throughout Westchester County that are open on Mondays are serving their regular dinner menus. However, here is a look at some of the restaurants that are offering special Valentine’s Day menus. Regardless of where you decide to eat, be sure to make reservations now!

Please check the restaurant’s website or call for the most up-to-date information.  Additionally, please note that prices listed below do not include tax and gratuities.

Baby Duke’s Kitchen (Mamaroneck/Seafood)
100 West Boston Road
Mamaroneck, NY 10543
reservations: (914) 698-6331

Baby Duke’s is having a special Valentine’s Day menu that includes a choice of appetizer for two, a choice of entrée to share with two sides and dessert for $125 for two guests. This price includes a complimentary glass of champagne.

Benjamin’s Steak House (White Plains/Steak House)

610 Hartsdale Road
White Plains, NY 10607
reservations:  (914) 428-6868

Benjamin’s Steak House is offering a 3 course Valentine’s dinner menu for $99.95/person. The menu will be served February 12th – February 14th.

City Limits Diner (White Plains/American)
200 Central Avenue
White Plains, NY 10606

The City Limits Diner is serving its special Valentine’s Day menu February 11th through February 14th, 4 PM to closing.

Goosefeather (Tarrytown/modern Chinese)
49 E. Sunnyside Lane
Tarrytown, NY 10591

Goosefeather is serving a three course prix fixe menu February 12th, 13th and 14th for $99/person. They will be closed Tuesday, February 15th.

The Greekish – Harrison (Harrison/Greek)
273 Halstead Avenue
Harrison, NY 10528
reservations: (914) 732-3333

The Greekish is having a special 4-course menu for $85 person. The menu includes a glass of bubbly and a rose and will be served February 14th – February 17th from 4 PM – 9 PM.

Half Moon (Dobbs Ferry/New American)
1 High Street
Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522
reservations:  (914) 693-4130

Half Moon is offering a special 3 course prix-fixe dinner for $68/person, which includes one miniature signature dessert cocktail. This menu is available for They are also serving a 5 course prix-fixe for $85/person, which includes starter tapas and one signature dessert cocktail. Dinner hours are 4PM – 9 PM. Reservations are required and require a $50 deposit. (menu). The $68 menu is also available for lunch on February 14th. The $85 menu is available for dinner on February 11th and 12th.

Harvest-on-Hudson (Hastings/Italian)
1 River Street
Hastings, NY 10706
reservations: (914) 478-2800 or online (A deposit is required when making reservations)

Harvest-on-Hudson is open from 5-10 PM on Valentine’s Day.  They are offering a special three course tasting for $85/person or a five course tasting for $125/person. Wine pairings are available for an additional $40/guest. (menu) Check out their other Valentine’s Day weekend specials.

The Inn at Pound Ridge (Pound Ridge/farm-to-table American)
258 Westchester Avenue
Pound Ridge, NY 10576
reservations: (914) 764-1400

The Inn at Pound Ridge is offering a special Valentine’s Day weekend four course menu for $138/person from February 11th through February 14th. (menu) They will also have special à la carte menu items on these days as well.

L’Inizio (Ardsley/Italian)
698 Saw Mill Rd.
Ardsley, NY 10502
reservations: (914) 693-5400

L’Inizio will be offering a special Valentine’s Day four course menu for $95/person.  The menu is available February 12th through February 14th. (menu) The menu is available as a to-go option, but needs to be pre-ordered.

La Botte Ristorante (White Plains/Italian)
14 Martine Avenue
White Plains, NY 10606
(914) 461-2950

La Botte Ristorante is serving a special Valentine’s Day menu for dining, pick-up and delivery on February 12th through February 14th. (menu currently not posted)

Mix Cocktail Bar + Kitchen (White Plains/American)
at the Sonesta White Plains
66 Hale Avenue
White Plains, NY 10601

Mix Cocktail Bar + Kitchen is serving a special Valentine’s Day menu February 12th, 13th and 14th from 5 PM – 10 PM. (menu currently not posted)

Modern on the Rails (Mamaroneck/Italian)
One Station Plaza
Mamaroneck, NY 10543
(914) 777-9300

Modern on the Rails, which is normally closed on Mondays, will be open for Valentine’s Day, serving their regular menu. They will be closed Tuesday, February 15th.

Moderne Barn (Armonk/New American)
430 Bedford Ave.
Armonk, NY 10504
reservations: (914) 730-0001 or online

Moderne Barn is offering a 3 course prix-fixe Valentine’s Day menu for $78/person and a $39/person two-course menu for children under 12. (menu) They also have a special à la carte menu to go. Orders need to be placed by February 13th.

The Parlor (Dobbs Ferry/Pizza)
14 Cedar Street
Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522
(914) 478-8200

The Parlor in Dobbs Ferry is offering a special 3 course vegan Valentine’s Day menu for $75/person. (menu)

Red Hat on the River (Irvington/French-American)
One Bridge Street
Irvington, NY 10533
(914) 591-5888

Red Hat on the River is serving Valentine’s Day brunch at 12 PM (a la carte menu) and prix fixe dinner for $95/person (menu). They are having a special sunset seating from 4 PM – 5:30 PM.

Risotto (Thornwood/Italian)
788 Commerce Street
Thornwood, NY 10594
(914) 769-6000

Risotto is serving a special Valentine’s Day menu.

Savannah & Company  (Cortlandt Manor/Southern)
3901 Crompond Rd.
Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567
reservations: (914) 736-1203

Savannah & Company is serving their regular menu but will also have some Valentine’s Day specials available February 12th through February 14th.

Putnam County:

Brooklyn Organic Kitchen (Mahopac/Vegan and traditional)
890 South Lake Boulevard
Mahopac, NY 10541
reservations: (845) 621-2655

Brooklyn Organic Kitchen is having specials all Valentine’s Day weekend with a Saturday night dinner and a Sunday brunch. They have a special four course “My Vegan Valentine” dinner which can be served vegan or traditional. (menu) They have one seating on Saturday at 6 PM only so make your reservations now.

Rockland County:

The Greekish Nyack (Nyack/Greek)
8 North Broadway
Nyack, NY 10960
reservations: (845) 353-1200

The Greekish is having a special 4-course menu for $85 person. The menu includes a glass of bubbly and a rose and will be served February 14th – February 17th from 4 PM – 9 PM.

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Celebrate Chinese New Year at Fatt Root and Goosefeather

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Photo courtesy of Goosefeather

This year Chinese New Year begins on Tuesday, February 1st. 2022 is the year of the tiger and what better way to celebrate than with a delicious dinner! You can celebrate by ordering takeout or visiting your favorite Chinese restaurant. A couple of Westchester County restaurants are offering special meals to celebrate the Lunar New Year. Check out what Fatt Root in Pleasantville and Goosefeather in Tarrytown are serving up for this special holiday!

Fatt Root
11 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, NY 10570
(914) 579-2552

Fatt Root is a restaurant in Pleasantville that serves Asian-inspired street food. Their menu includes different types of dumplings, salads and rice and noodle bowls. They have gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options.

Photo courtesy of Fatt Root

For Chinese New Year, Fatt Root is offering a duck takeout special.

Whole Duck Solo – $59 (serves 2-3 people ) comes with rice and sauce

Duck  & Chicken Combo Platter – $129 (serves 4-6 people) comes with rice, Hoisin glazed Ribs, Dragon salad, and condiments and sauce.

Photo courtesy of Fatt Root

To order, please email info@fattroot.com. Pick up time is between 2-5PM (please include your pick up time in email).

Photo courtesy of Goosefeather

Goosefeather
Tarrytown Estate
49 East Sunnyside Lane
Tarrytown, NY 10591
(914) 829-5454

To celebrate the Chinese New Year, Tuesday, February 1 through Sunday February 6 Goosefeather will be serving special dishes in addition to their regular menu. Chef Dale Talde has created three special dishes for the Lunar New Year: longevity noodles with minced shrimp, bamboo, garlic chives and Supreme sauce, a tea smoked whole trout served with a winter citrus and ginger salad, and vegetable Shanghai egg rolls with a Meyer lemon soy sauce. Be sure to check out these limited edition menu items!



Winter Outdoor Dining in Westchester County

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I know that many people are still not comfortable with indoor dining. However, since the cold weather has arrived, that’s left many with the option of doing takeout only. Fortunately, from igloos to outdoor tents with heaters, there are several restaurants offering outdoor dining options. Check out our guide to winter outdoor dining in Westchester County. Please be mindful that you are dining outdoors, so it is recommended that you do dress warmly.

**As always, please check directly with the restaurant for the most up-to-date information. I also recommend prior to your visit that you call and confirm that the heaters are set up and working!

Please let me know of any other restaurants that can be added to this list! (email: NYFoodieFamily@gmail.com)

Heaters Only:

3 Westerly: (Ossining) This restaurant serves modern American cuisine. They are open daily from 12 PM – 10 PM with outdoor dining. They have a 7 foot wind barrier around the perimeter of the patio and another 6 feet of clearance for natural air flow. Each table has its own heater and they provide blankets for guests as well.

25 North: (Mamaroneck) The outdoor dining patio at this Italian restaurant is open until December 24th.

105 Twenty Bar & Grill: (Croton on Hudson) 105 Twenty Bar & Grill has heaters for outdoor dining.

Bar Taco: (Port Chester) This taco restaurant offers outdoor dining with heaters and has fleece blankets for guests.

Bridgeview Tavern: (Sleepy Hollow) Bridgeview Tavern serves microbrews and American cuisine. They have a heated beer garden for outdoor dining.

Photo c/o Catina Lobos

Cantina Lobos: (Pelham) This Mexican restaurant has outdoor dining with heaters.

The Dog Den: (White Plains) This hot dog joint has both outdoor heaters and a fire pit to keep you warm while you eat outside. If you want to eat in your car, they also have drive-in dining. Place your order from your car and they will bring your food out to you.

Fortina: (Rye Brook) Fortina is an Italian restaurant with three locations in Westchester County. The Rye Brook restaurant has an outdoor dining patio with heat lamps.

Fortina: (Yonkers) Fortina’s Yonkers location has an outdoor patio with heaters as well as garden dining with heat lamps.

Hudson Social (Dobbs Ferry) Hudson Social has heaters and firepits for outdoor dining.

L’inizio (Ardsley) This Italian restaurant has an outdoor eating area with heated lamps.

Lusardi’s: (Larchmont) This upscale Mediterranean restaurant has several tables outside with lots of heaters.

Nadine’s (Yorktown Heights) This Austrian/French/German restaurant has a heated outdoor beer garden. Reservations are highly recommended.

Photo c/o North Street Tavern

North Street Tavern: (White Plains) The North Street Tavern has an outdoor dining area with lots of heaters.

Peekskill Brewery: (Peekskill) The Peekskill Brewery has heaters in its outdoor dining space. They have several new menu items including vegan options.

Photo c/o Sam’s of Gedney Way

Sam’s of Gedney Way: (White Plains) Sam’s of Gedney Way has a covered, heated patio available for outdoor dining. They socially distance parties and limit outdoor dining to approximately 24 guests.

Photo c/o The Tap House

The Tap House: (Tuckahoe) The Tap House is a gastro-pub that serves modern American fare. They have 10 tables outside with heat lamps.

Igloos & Greenhouses:

Augie’s Italian Restaurant: (Larchmont) Augie’s has, “private enchanted moonlight villas.” Each heated villa holds up to six guests and visits are limited to 90 minutes. Reservations are highly recommended, as they are very popular. The villas are aired and sanitized between parties.

Photo c/o Billy & Pete’s Social

Billy & Pete’s Social: (Larchmont) Billy & Pete’s has four outdoor igloos. After every use, their igloos are sanitized with a medical-grade sanitizer. Each igloo has four points of airflow for a cross ventilation system.

Photo c/o La La Taqueria

La La Taqueria: (Larchmont) This Mexican restaurant has five heated igloos that seat six. Each igloo is disinfected between guests and there is a 30 minute wait time between seatings to allow the structures to air out. Doors and vents of the igloo are kept open to allow for air flow.

Salsa Picante: (White Plains) This Mexican restaurant has several private igloos located on their rooftop. Each igloo seats a maximum of 8 guests. Reservations are required and have a maximum time limit of 2 hours. There is also a $50 minimum (food and drink) per person. Cancellations require 24 hour notice or a $50 no-show or same day cancellation fee is charged.

Photo c/o Tequila Sunrise.

Tequila Sunrise: (Larchmont) This Mexican restaurant has 6 private igloos that can seat up to a party of 7. Each igloo is heated and has air vents to keep fresh air flowing. The igloos are completely sanitized between parties.

Photo c/o Tipsy Taco

Tipsy Taco Bar: (Mount Kisco) This Mexican restaurant has five outdoor heated igloos.

Vela Kitchen: (Pleasantville) Vela Kitchen in Pleasantville has a couple of greenhouses for outdoor dining. They seat up to four guests and have a 90 minute dining limit.

Vintage 1891 Kitchen: (Larchmont) This restaurant serves contemporary American cuisine. They have greenhouses that can seat a party of up to 6 guests.

Heated Tents and/or Heated Enclosed Patios:

Argana Restaurant & Bar: (Port Chester) This Moroccan restaurant has an outdoor heated Sultan Tent.

Augie’s Prime Cut: (Mohegan Lake) This steakhouse has a large heated tent on its outdoor patio. Check their Instagram page, as they frequently announce 50% off menu items for outdoor tent dining only.

Benjamin Steakhouse: (White Plains) This steakhouse has a covered, heated patio that has windows and openings for ventilation.

Photo c/o The Brazen Fox

The Brazen Fox: (White Plains) The Brazen Fox has an outdoor heated tent that is open every day.

Photo c/o Buon Amici.

Buon Amici: (White Plains) This Italian restaurant has an enclosed heated tent in their rear lot. The tent can accommodate approximately 65 guests and tables are socially distant apart.

Chat: (Scarsdale) Chat American Grill has an enclosed heated patio for outdoor dining.

Divino Cucina Italiana (Hastings-on-Hudson) This Italian restaurant has a heated covered patio. They leave one side of the tent open to allow air flow.

Donjito: (Mamaroneck) This Latin restaurant has a heated, covered outdoor patio.

Dubrovnik Restaurant: (New Rochelle) This Croatian restaurant has a heated enclosed patio with a retractable awning and sides.

Fortina: (Armonk) Fortina’s Armonk location has an outdoor heated tent as well as a patio with heat lamps.

Gigante: (Eastchester) This Italian restaurant has two heated outdoor patios, one which is tented.

Photo c/o Goosefeather

Goosefeather: (Tarrytown) Dale Talde’s modern Chinese restaurant has a partially enclosed tent on their back patio. Two sides of the tent are kept semi-open to allow for air flow. There are eleven tables in the 20×30 foot space with 9 heaters.

Magno’s Grill: (New Rochelle) This Argentinian and Italian restaurant has a heated, ventilated tent for outdoor dining.

Photo c/o Moderne Barn

Moderne Barn: (Armonk) Moderne Barn has a large heated tent available for both lunch and dinner service. They also have 3 outdoor tables with heaters. Guests must call to reserve one of these tables.

Pasquale Restaurant: (Port Chester) This Italian restaurant has a large heated tent for outdoor dining.

Purdy’s Farmer and the Fish: (North Salem) This seafood restaurant has heated outdoor tents for dining as well as fire pits.

Quenas Restaurant: (Harrison) This Peruvian restaurant has a large heated tent for outdoor dining with plenty of space between tables. They also offer ponchos for guests to use if chilly.

Rye Roadhouse: (Rye) Rye Roadhouse serves Cajun and Creole cuisine. They currently have an outdoor heated tent. Once the weather gets a little warmer, they will expand their outdoor dining with pyramid heaters.

Tredici North: (Purchase) This Italian restaurant has a heated tent that is partially open for ventilation.

Underhills Crossing: (Bronxville) This French restaurant has a large outdoor heated tent for dining.

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December Events in Westchester County.

Hudson Valley Holiday Events Guide.