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December Events in Westchester County

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Here is your December Events in Westchester County (and the surrounding area). Hope you enjoy a month filled with fun! Check back as we continue to update this post. Looking for holiday events? Check out our Hudson Valley Holiday Events Guide!

Comedy:

Levity Live (Palisade Center – West Nyack) Enjoy a comedy show at Levity Live in December. Upcoming shows include Craig Shoemaker (Dec. 2-4), Steve-O: The Bucket List Tour (Dec. 6), Corey Holcomb (Dec. 9-11) and more. Check the site for the full line up!

Date Night/Girls Night Out:

Bedford Playhouse Christmas Vacation Movie Viewing and Ugly Sweater Sing Along (Bedford) December 4: 7:30 PM, watch a screening of Christmas Vacation on the big screen. Then enjoy a cocktail and an ugly sweater contest and sing along.

Holiday Paint & Sip (Larchmont) December 7: 6-9 PM, MADE art studio and Vintage 1891 Kitchen are hosting a holiday paint and sip event. Enjoy an evening of food and drinks while painting from a selection of ornaments, holiday gifts and more.

Ring in the Holidays Adult Night at Croton Corners (Croton on Hudson) December 9: 8 PM, $30/person includes a glass of wine, 2 drinks of choice from the soda bar, hors d’oeurves and unlimited arcade access at Croton Corners.

Wood & Fire Get Ugly Party (Pleasantville) December 16: Put on your ugliest sweater for Wood & Fire’s Ugly Sweater party. $500 cash prize for the ugliest sweater! Music starts at 9 PM.

Imagine VR Studios Karaoke Night (Yorktown Heights) December 18: free entry, 8-11 PM, enjoy a night of karaoke at Imagine VR Studios inside the Jefferson Valley mall

Eat & Drink:

Taste of Westchester Cooking Demo Classes (restaurants throughout Westchester County) enjoy cooking demos from local chefs and then sample their creations.  November classes include:  Wood & Fire (Dec. 1), Zwilling J.A. Henckels Cooking Studio (Dec. 7), Sawmill Tavern (Dec. 8).

Clock Tower Grill Big Game Dinner (Brewster) December 8: 7 PM, enjoy a five-course exotic dinner for $65

Fairs & Festivals:

Westchester’s Winter Wonderland (Valhalla) November 26, 2021 – January 2, 2022: Experience this 1.2 mile drive-thru light extravaganza. Tickets: $25/off peak, $35/peak (per vehicle)

Kids:

Virtual Reality Teen Night (Yorktown Heights) December 10: 6 PM – 8 PM, ages 9-15, teens enjoy unlimited play and access to all standard and premium VR experiences on the VR stations and VR Simulators. Ticket price includes a voucher for pizza and water. $30/ticket

Live Music & Performances:

Concerts at Bethel Woods (Bethel) A little further to travel but some great musicians worth checking out play here. In December you can see: Eileen Ivers: A Joyful Christmas (Dec. 2) Young People’s Chorus of New York (Dec. 5) Gordon Lightfoot (Dec. 11 & 12), The Klezmatics (Dec. 19)

Capitol Theatre (Port Chester) December’s lineup includes: Chris Isaak (Dec. 1), Hot Tuna Acoustic and Electric (Dec. 4), moe (Dec. 10 & 11) *Check the site for the full lineup.

Emelin Theatre (Mamaroneck) December’s lineup includes Liberty Comedy (Dec. 3) and The Gibson Brothers (Dec. 10)  *Check the site for the full lineup

Paramount Hudson Valley (Peekskill) Music is back at the Paramount. December’s lineup includes: Yellow Brick Road : A Tribute to Elton John (Dec. 3) and Beatles v. Stones: A Musical Showdown (Dec. 4) *Check the site for the full lineup

Tarrytown Music Hall (Tarrytown) December’s lineup includes: Richard Thompson (Dec. 3)and Martin Sexton and KT Tunstall (Dec. 11) *Check the site for the full lineup

Shopping:

6th Annual the TASH Holiday Market (Patriots Park – Tarrytown) December 4: 2 PM – 5:30 PM. Stay to view the Village of Tarrytown Tree Lighting Ceremony

White Plains Holiday Market: (White Plains) December 5 – December 19: This holiday market will be held on Court Street between Martine Ave. and Main Street. Over 55 vendors and artisans will be selling their wares in individual walled sheds.

Holiday Pop Up Shop at the Jefferson Valley Mall (Yorktown Heights) December 11: The Jefferson Valley Mall and Westchester Blogger present over 20 holiday vendors for you to shop at. 12 PM – 6 PM.

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Hudson Valley Holiday Events Guide

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Badageoni Georgian Kitchen {Global Westchester}

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If you have no idea where the country of Georgia is, welcome to the club.  It took a Google search for me to discover that the country, approximately the size of South Carolina, is actually part of both Europe and Asia. Luckily, you don’t need to know any of this to thoroughly enjoy Badageoni in Mount Kisco.

Badageoni is the only Georgian restaurant in Westchester County.  The 65-seat restaurant is owned by siblings Inga Duignan and Giga Jankarashvili. So what exactly is Georgian cuisine, you ask? Based on its geographic location, Georgian food is influenced by the Mediterranean, Turkey and the Middle East. However, after dining at Badageoni, I can say the food is like nothing I’ve eaten before.

 What should you order?

Khachapuri is a Georgian cheese bread and Badageoni serves five different varieties.  We opted for Adjaruli Khachapuri because it was the first one listed. We figured this would make it the most popular and perhaps the most traditional choice ($15).  This “cheese boat” is stuffed with a hot river of cheese and can be topped with a sunny side egg, which we opted not to get. It is served blazing hot from the oven, finished with pats of butter.  The server directed us to mix it all up before eating. In the family of cheesy bread, I would say its closest relative is the calzone.

Badageoni serves several cold plates, most of which are vegetarian.  We opted for Pkhali Rolls, eggplant and sweet peppers stuffed with walnuts and Georgian spices and garnished with pomegranate seeds ($15). The 3 eggplant rolls and 4 stuffed peppers along with a piece of Georgian cornbread was perfect for two of us. However, I’d likely order another appetizer if there were additional diners with us.  

Khinkali is the national dish of Georgia.  We ordered the Potato Khinkali, potato dumplings served with fried onions and yogurt sauce ($16). It was terrific. Although, in hindsight, I wish I had ordered the basic Khinkali as it is the more traditional dish. It is the Georgian version of the soup dumpling and we generally like to order the most representative dish whenever possible.

You break the pastry crust with your spoon and inside is a piping hot crock of dumplings and onions in yogurt sauce. These potato dumplings are not filled and have a similar texture and taste to a soft gnocchi. The yogurt sauce is creamy with a slight tang.

The dessert menu is fairly limited with only four choices: ice cream, ice cream with meringue and caramel, napoleon or badageoni.  The server noted that the badageoni is similar to a panna cotta, which sounded interesting.  Plus, it’s named after the restaurant. However, when I debated between the napoleon or the badageoni, she recommended the napoleon.  We went her expert opinion.

The napoleon ($14) was delicious.  I haven’t had napoleon in ages!  And the serving was large enough for sharing.  My husband and I each had a generous piece and we still had half to bring home for the kids.  Georgian desserts are traditionally nut and/or fruit based, so I was surprised not to find a more diverse selection of sweets.

Badageoni is a recipient of a Michelin Bib Gourmand.  This award is given to restaurants that serve delicious food at reasonable prices.  While my husband and I are vegetarians, there are a variety of meat dishes served here. From charcoal-grilled meats (Mtsvadi) to signature dishes like Chakapuli (slow-cooked lamb in white wine with tarragon, scallions and herbs) and Tabaka (fried crispy cornish hen) ,there is something for everyone.  While vegetarians can find plenty to eat here, vegans have a more limited selection.

Fall and winter are a great time to visit this restaurant.  Many of the dishes are heavy on bread, cheese and pastry, which are perfect comfort foods for cold, dark evenings!

The Details:

Badageoni Georgian Cuisine
website
26 East Main Street
Mt. Kisco, NY 10549
(914) 864-1666

Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 12 PM – 9 PM
Friday – Sunday: 12 PM – 10 PM
Closed Wednesdays

Parking: Street parking in front of the restaurant and a municipal parking lot behind the restaurant (free parking on weekends)

Menu

Price: $$ (expect to pay around $100 for two people to dine, (appetizer, khachapuri, two entrees and dessert) not including drinks) Portions are large enough to share an appetizer and/or dessert.


November Events in Westchester County

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Here is your November Events in Westchester County (and the surrounding area). Hope you enjoy a month filled with fun! Check back as we continue to update this post.

Comedy:

Levity Live (Palisade Center – West Nyack) Enjoy a comedy show at Levity Live in November. Upcoming shows include Eddie Griffin (Nov. 5-6), Pinky Patel (Nov. 7), Andrew Dice Clay (Nov. 10-11), D.L. Hughley (Nov. 12-14), Mark Viera (Nov. 26-28). 

Date Night/Girls Night Out:

Imagine VR Studios Karaoke Night (Yorktown Heights) November 13: free entry, 8-11 PM, enjoy a night of karaoke at Imagine VR Studios inside the Jefferson Valley mall

Eat & Drink:

Hudson Valley Restaurant Week (restaurants throughout the Hudson Valley) Fall Hudson Valley Restaurant Week (HVRW) is taking place November 1- November 14. Enjoy a 3 course lunch ($25.95) or 3 course dinner ($35.95) at over 100 restaurants located throughout the Hudson Valley.

Taste of Westchester Cooking Demo Classes (restaurants throughout Westchester County) enjoy cooking demos from local chefs and then sample their creations.  November classes include:  Brothers Fish & Chips (Nov. 1), Clock Tower Grill (Nov. 3), Tredici North (Nov. 10), The 808 Bistro (Nov. 13), Albano’s (Nov. 18), Maria Restaurant (Nov. 20).

More Than a Meal (Bethel) November 5, 12, 13: Enjoy this unique dining experience at Bethel Woods in the Market Sheds. 5 PM, Chef Jasper Alivia serves a family-style, prix-fixe meal at your private, reserved table. Specialty cocktails and conversation with Neal Hitch, Senior Curator at the Museum of Bethel Woods. Tickets: $55/person

Fin & Brew Pop-Up Tasting Dinner (Peekskill) November 5: Enjoy a 5-course tasting menu with wine pairing. $100/person

Benriach 5 Course Scotch Dinner and Tasting (Thornwood) November 8: The Barley House is hosting a 5-course meal paired with 5 single-malt scotches. 7 PM – 10 PM, 21+ only, $65/person

Sambal Vegan Dinner (Irvington) November 9: Sambal Thai & Malaysian restaurant is hosting a special 3 course vegan dinner. $45/person, served family-style.

City Winery Bourbon & Bacon (Montgomery) November 11: Enjoy a four-course dinner paired with wine, beer and spirit. Doors open at 5:45 PM, dinner begins at 6:00 PM. General admission: $100.

Fairs & Festivals:

YOFIFEST (Yonkers) November 5-21: Enjoy a full schedule of film screenings, workshops, panels and more. Films can be viewed in person or live streamed. Check the full schedule and film prices here.

Westchester’s Winter Wonderland (Valhalla) November 26, 2021 – January 2, 2022: Experience this 1.2 mile drive-thru light extravaganza. Tickets: $25/off peak, $35/peak (per vehicle)

Kids:

Virtual Reality Teen Night (Yorktown Heights) November 19: 6 PM – 8 PM, ages 9-15, teens enjoy unlimited play and access to all standard and premium VR experiences on the VR stations and VR Simulators. Ticket price includes a voucher for pizza and water. $30/ticket

Live Music & Performances:

Tunes & Brews (Yorktown Heights) November 5 & 12: PB Pizza & Beer and the Jefferson Valley Mall bring live music, craft beer and food trucks from 7-10 PM.

White Plains Performing Arts Center (WPPAC) (White Plains) The WPPAC has two shows in November – Golden Oldies Reunion Vol. 1 (November 5). This show is a rental and not a WPPAC event. Lisa Marie Riley – One Funny Mommy (November 6).

Concerts at Bethel Woods (Bethel) A little further to travel but some great musicians worth checking out play here. In November you can see:

Capitol Theatre (Port Chester) November’s lineup includes: Gary Clark Jr. (Nov. 2 -4), Cheap Trick (Nov. 7), Steely Dan: The Absolutely Normal Tour (Nov. 9-10), Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons (Nov. 21), Bob Dylan: Rough and Rowdy Ways Tour (Nov. 23-24), *Check the site for the full lineup.

Emelin Theatre (Mamaroneck) November’s lineup includes Amy Helm (Nov. 4) and Joan Osborne (Nov. 11) *Check the site for the full lineup

Paramount Hudson Valley (Peekskill) Music is back at the Paramount. November’s lineup includes: Titans of ’80’s Rock Tribute Show (Nov. 6), The Best of the Eagles (Nov. 13), A Night with Woodstock Festival Greats – Joplin and Santana (Nov. 19) *Check the site for the full lineup

Tarrytown Music Hall (Tarrytown) November’s lineup includes: Vic DiBitetto (Nov. 5-6), The Psychedelic Furs (Nov. 7), Friends! The Musical Parody (Nov. 12), Rosanne Cash (Nov. 13), The Machine performs Pink Floyd (Nov. 19) *Check the site for the full lineup

Shopping:

MADE (Montgomery) November 14: Presented by Edible Hudson Valley and City Winery Hudson Valley enjoy this Makers Market event. Enjoy a day of shopping from local artisans, live music, local wine and more. 11 AM – 5 PM, Tickets: $12

Holiday Pop-Up at the Jefferson Valley Mall (Yorktown Heights) November 27: The Jefferson Valley Mall and Westchester Blogger are partnering to bring a holiday pop-up to the mall. Enjoy supporting small businesses and get your holiday shopping done! 12 PM – 6 PM.

Other Fun:

Fused Fitness Workout Event (Peekskill) November 6: Presented by Fused Fit and Peekskill Brewery. 11 AM – 2 PM, enjoy a full body mini-band and bodyweight interval workout. All levels welcome. Post workout enjoy a complimentary PB Valley Life brew. Tickets: $15

Eat & Drink in Westchester County: Pumpkin Edition

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Fall is here and that means it’s time for all things pumpkin! I know I’m not the only one obsessed, am I?! Check out this first, pumpkin themed edition of Eat & Drink in Westchester County. See where you can enjoy all the pumpkin treats and drinks in Westchester County! But hurry, because all of these seasonal treats and drinks won’t be available for long!

EAT:

Sweet Treats:

Baked By Susan (Croton-on-Hudson) This bakery in Croton-on-Hudson sells pumpkin scones, pumpkin bread, pumpkin whoopie pies and more!

Baked to Perfection (Online/White Plains) Pumpkin S’mores Cupcake. Also has a Pumpkin Cream Cheese cupcake. You can order cupcakes online or purchase at Roosters Market at 48 Gedney Way in White Plains.

The Brazen Fox (White Plains) The Brazen Fox is a craft beer bar and American Restaurant in downtown White Plains. They are serving a pumpkin bread pudding with a pumpkin vanilla sauce drizzle this month.

Flour Power (Pelham Manor) Stop by Flour Power in Pelham Manor to pick up Pumpkin Sticky Buns or Pumpkin Spice Latte cupcakes.

Jane Street Sweets (online) Sold by the dozen, get an order of these Pumpkin Snickerdoodles from Jane Street Sweets ($36 for 12).

Longford’s (Rye) Longford’s in Rye has some fall themed ice cream flavors and treats including pumpkin ice cream.

Moderne Barn (Armonk) has a pumpkin cheesecake ($11) on the dessert menu. It has a ginger graham cracker crust and topped with vanilla crème fraiche, cranberry compote, pumpkin seeds and caramel.

Root 2 Rise (Pleasantville)- These Pumpkin Spice Muffins with a walnut crumble are vegan and gluten-free ($5).

Walter’s Hot Dogs (White Plains) During the month of October Walter’s is serving a pumpkin spice milkshake ($5.50) and a pumpkin spice cowboy ($6.25).

Savory:

Southern Table (Pleasantville) The Duck and Pumpkin Risotto is a dinner special that may not be served daily.

Prepared Foods:

Auntie Liana’s (Yorktown Heights) Auntie Liana’s is located inside the Jefferson Valley Mall and can also be found at the Let It Shine farmers market in Verplanck on Sundays. They are selling Pumpkin Spice hot cocoa jars and pumpkin spice hot cocoa bombs.

DeCicco & Sons (locations in Ardsley, Armonk, Brewster, Eastchester, Harrison, Larchmont, Millwood, Pelham and Somers) This family-run grocery store sells a variety of pumpkin flavored items including Pumpkin Gouda and Pumpkin Cheesecake!

Trotta Foods (Thornwood) You can pick up Pumpkin Vodka Sauce and Spiced Pumpkin Ravioli at Trotta Foods.

DRINK:

The Brazen Fox (White Plains) Pumpkin Spice Sangria 

Double Barrel Coffee Roasters (online) You can get Double Barrel Coffee Roasters pumpkin spice coffee in decaf or regular and whole bean, fine grind, or auto grind (starting at $15).

North End Tavern (New Rochelle) Although the Pumpkin Mule ($12) was a daily drink special earlier this month, I believe they can make this drink for you all fall long!

Peekskill Brewery (Peekskill) Heads Will Roll is a beer collaboration between Peekskill Brewery and Horsefeathers in Sleepy Hollow. This is a pumpkin IPA that has, “big bold pumpkin flavor, but with a strong hoppy profile.”

Salsa Verde (Somers) Salsa Verde has added this Pumpkin Martini to their fall cocktail lineup.

Wolf & Warrior Brewing Company (White Plains) – Wolf & Warrior have introduced Horseman’s Pumpkin Ale to their fall beer lineup.

October Events in Westchester County

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Here is your calendar of October Events in Westchester County. I’ve included events taking place in the surrounding area that look to be worth checking out! Hope you enjoy a month filled with fall fun!

Comedy:

Levity Live (Palisade Center – West Nyack) Enjoy a comedy show at Levity Live in October. Upcoming shows include Chris Kattan (October 1-3), Aries Spears (October 8-10), Brad Williams (October 15-17), Arnez J (October 22-24) and Liza Treyger (October 28-30).

Jay Mohr (Paramount Hudson Valley – Peekskill) October 2: 8 PM, see Jay Mohr live at the Paramount Hudson Valley in Peekskill. Tickets: $27.50-$42.50

Anthony Rodia (Paramount Hudson Valley – Peekskill) October 15: 8 PM, see Italian-American comedian Anthony Rodia live at the Paramount Hudson Valley in Peekskill. Tickets: $25-$35

Date Night/Girls Night Out:

VR After Dark Dance Party (Yorktown Heights) October 9 and October 23: Imagine VR Studios 8 PM – close, dance to hip hop, EDM, Latin, Reggae and more.  Tickets: $25 includes 1 hour of VR, $10 without VR

Rocky Horror Picture Show with Apoca-Lips Shadow Cast (Paramount Hudson Valley – Peekskill) October 30: Come experience the Rocky Horror Picture Show. Rated R – children under 17 not permitted without parent. Tickets: $10

Eat & Drink:

Taste of Westchester Cooking Demo Classes (restaurants throughout Westchester County) enjoy cooking demos from local chefs and then sample their creations.  October classes include:  October 2: Chutney Masala Indian Bistro (Irvington), October 5: Southern Table Kitchen & Bar (Pleasantville), October 6: GoSu Meats & Noodles (Irvington), October 12: Sonora (Port Chester), October 13: El Barrio (Scarsdale), October 18: Meraki Taverna (Armonk), October 19: Wood. Fire. Wood (Yorktown Heights), October 26: AJ’s (New Rochelle), October 28: The Horse & Hound Inn (South Salem)

More Than a Meal (Bethel) October 3, 15, 16, 17: Enjoy this unique dining experience at Bethel Woods in the Market Sheds. 5 PM, Chef Jasper Alivia serves a family-style, prix-fixe meal at your private, reserved table. Specialty cocktails and conversation with Neal Hitch, Senior Curator at the Museum of Bethel Woods. Tickets: $55/person

The Big Sip (Bethel) October 9 & 10: Enjoy a day of sampling wines and craft beverages, an eclectic food court, and live music. 1 PM – 5 PM, 21+ Tickets: Saturday: $45/general admission, $25/designated driver, Sunday: $40/general admission, $20/designated driver. VIP tickets that include early admission, multi-course dining experience and admission to the Museum at Bethel Woods Saturday: $85, Sunday: $80 *ticket prices increase by $5 the day of the event

Peekskill Brewery’s 13th Anniversary Block Party (Peekskill) October 16: Enjoy live music, food trucks, beer tents, games and more to help celebrate Peekskill Brewery’s 13th Anniversary.

Night Market at Decadent Ales (Mamaroneck) October 30: Beginning at 3 PM enjoy food and drinks from several different vendors.

Fairs & Festivals:

Croton-on-Hudson Fall Festival (Croton-on-Hudson) October 2: 12-6 PM first ever fall festival at Vassallo Park. Music performances, food trucks, children’s activities 

Yorktown Festival & Street Fair (Yorktown) October 10: 11 AM – 5 PM, enjoy a day filled with food, music, activities for the kids and more. Taking place at Jack DeVito Veteran’s Memorial Field.

New Rochelle ArtsFest (New Rochelle & Pelham) October 15-17: Enjoy gallery shows, live music, films, dance performances and more. Highlights will include artists’ open studios and activities at dozens of public and private venues. 

Greenburgh Nature Center Fall Festival (Scarsdale) October 23 & 24: 10 AM – 3 PM Dress in your Halloween costumes and enjoy games, vendors, live music, a pumpkin and scarecrow walk and more. Admission: $5/members, $8/nonmembers. Pre-registration required.

Oktoberfests:

Oktoberfest at the Jefferson Valley Mall (Yorktown Heights) October 1: 6 PM – 11 PM, celebrate the grand opening of the new beer garden outside Peekskill Brewery Pizza & Beer. Enjoy craft beer, pretzels, bratwurst, food trucks, games and more.

Oktoberfest 2021 at Putnam Golf Course (Mahopac) October 1: 6:30 PM, featuring The Amish Outlaws. Enjoy a traditional German menu of bangers, knockwurst, kielbasa and more. Cash bar and beer tent onsite. Tickets: $29/person in advance, $35/person at event, free/children 7 and under, children 8-12, half price

Oktoberfest in the Park (South Salem) October 16: 2 PM in Lewisboro Town Park

Halloween:

The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze (Croton-on-Hudson) September 17-November 21: The Historic Hudson Valley’s famous fall event is back. 18th century Van Cortlandt Manor is decorated with 7,000 hand carved jack o’lanterns. Entry is by pre-purchased timed tickets only. No tickets are sold at the event. Tickets: $40/adult, seniors (65+) and students (18-25 w/ID), $32/children (ages 3-17)

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Brick-or-Treat (Yonkers) October 1 – November 7: Get into the Halloween spirt with fun activities including brick-or-treating around the attraction, a MINILAND scavenger hunt, character meet and greets, monster training and more. Tickets: $19.99/one day, $23.99/admission plus collectible

Irving’s Legend (Irvington) October 1 – 31: Friday-Sunday only, 6:30 PM, 8:00 PM, 9:30 PM. Advance tickets required. Performed under the stars at Washington Irving’s Sunnyside, enjoy seeing the classical tale performed by master storyteller Jonathan Kruk. Tickets: $40/adult, $34/children (3-17)

HallowGlow Nights at Boundless Adventures (Purchase) October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 (Saturday evenings in October): Wear your Halloween costume while you climb. Creepy music will be playing and there will be candy for trick-or-treaters. 6 PM – 11 PM, $50/person for a 2 hour session

The Dark House (Garrison) Oct. 7 – 31: This is an immersive sensory experience. “As the story goes, you and a team of your “friends” aim to disprove emphatically that there is no such thing as ghosts by spending the night in a long rumoured haunted house.  The story is told to you through your audio headset as you navigate the space by following the “umbillicals.” You will hear, taste, smell and touch the world around you as your “guides” activate tactile elements at key inflection points in the audio to make it all come to horrifying life.” Ages 14+ The Philipstown Depot Theatre. Tickets: $30-$35/ticket, advanced tickets only.

Halloween Craft Time (Ossining) October 9: Create some Halloween themed craft critters. 11 AM – 12:30 PM, $3/members, $8 non-members. Limited to 12 participants.

Peace Love and Pumpkins (Bethel) October 15-31: This is a walk-through experience on the historic Bethel Woods grounds. See hand-carved jack-o-lanterns, glowing pumpkin art and more. 6:30 – 10 PM, Tickets: $20/adults, $10/youth (3-17)

Cross County Shopping Center Trunk or Treat (Yonkers) October 23: Available in 1-hour time slots (10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm).Free, but tickets must be reserved in advance, available on a first come, first serve basis.

Spooky Sweets and Succulents (Yorktown Heights) October 23: Auntie Liana’s Kitchen and Vintage & Vine are hosting a Witchy Tea Party. Plant a succulent, enjoy a tea party. Costumes are encouraged. 4 sessions starting at 12 PM. $20/child.

Enchanted Forest at Teatown (Ossining) October 23, 24, 30, 31: Enjoy a guided adventure walk, “featuring a cast of whimsical characters and familiar forest friends.” Tickets include a 30-minute guided walk, parking, a treat for children and a visit with the Teatown animal ambassadors. For families. Costumes encouraged, but optional. Tickets: Members: $13/child, $8/adult, Non-members: $16/child, $10/adult

Ghost Tours of the Music Hall (Tarrytown) October 24, 27 & 28: Enjoy a special “balcony to backstage” guided ghost tour to learn more about the secrets of the Tarrytown Music Hall theater, it’s intriguing history and the ghostly guests. Flashlights will be provided for all attendees compliments of sponsor Key Bank. Tickets: $25 – Please arrive 15 before scheduled tour time – No late entry will be permitted. 

Halloween Party at the Greekish Nyack (Nyack) October 28: Party with the Greekish Nyack. Festivities include a costume party, food and drink specials and a DJ. Party starts at 8 PM.

Jefferson Valley Mall Trunk or Treat (Yorktown Heights) October 29: Get the kids in their costumes and enjoy a candy crawl from 5-7 PM in the Macy’s parking lot.

Boo & Brew (Yorktown Heights) October 29: Enjoy food trucks, live music, a haunted hay ride, arts & crafts, face painting, bouncy houses and more. Taking place in front of PB Pizza & Beer at the Jefferson Valley Mall. 5PM – 10 PM

Broadway Fright Night (White Plains) October 30: The White Plains Performing Arts Center will showcase a celebration of songs from Broadway and off-Broadway musicals with supernatural, horror and sci-fi themes. 8 PM, Tickets $35-$55

Halloween Party at Hudson Grille (White Plains) October 30: Put your costume on and enjoy a night of dancing at the Hudson Grille. Prizes for best costume and giveaways all night. Party starts at 9 PM. $15/ticket includes 1 drink (select beer, wine or well cocktail)

Kids:

Chappaqua Children’s Book Festival (Chappaqua) October 2: 10 AM – 4 PM. Meet authors and illustrators of some of your favorite children’s books. Enjoy live storytimes, author talks, food trucks, a family fun zone and more. Free.

Movie Night at Lasdon Park (Katonah) October 2: Watch “Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein.” Gates open at 6 PM, movie starts at 7 PM. Arrive early and stroll the gardens. Food available for purchase from Walter’s Famous Hot Dogs. Tickets: $5-$10

Imagination Movers (Paramount Hudson Valley – Peekskill) October 9: 11 AM. The New Orleans-based alternative rock band for preschoolers is coming to the Paramount.

Teen Night at VR Studios (Jefferson Valley Mall – Yorktown) October 15: 6-8 PM, $30/ticket includes unlimited access to all standard and premium VR experiences, voucher for ticket and pizza. Ages 9 -15.

Westchester County Parks Screening Under the Stars: (Valhalla) October 15: Watch the movie Goosebumps at the Kensico Dam.  $25/car, movie starts after dark 

Westchester County Parks Screening Under the Stars: (Croton-on-Hudson) October 22: Watch the movie Hocus Pocus at Croton Point Park.  $25/car, movie starts after dark 

Muscoot Movies: (Katonah) October 30: Enjoy a family movie night at Muscoot Farm. The Mummy will be showing at 6 PM. Bring a blanket or chairs. $20/family, pre-registration is required.

Live Music & Performances:

Tunes & Brews (Yorktown Heights) – October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29: PB Pizza & Beer and the Jefferson Valley Mall bring live music, craft beer and food trucks every Friday night from 7-10 PM.

ArtsBash Benefit Concert with Ravi Coltrane (White Plains) October 7: This is ArtsWestchester outdoor fundraiser, previously postponed. Enjoy an evening of jazz music under the stars with Ravi Coltrane. Enjoy cocktails, live music and hors d’oeuvres, 6 PM – 9 PM. Tickets: $100/individual, $85/ArtsWestchester members

Masquerade (White Plains) October 8-24: This show features stories and songs from Andrew Lloyd Webber’s remarkable life and celebrated work. Performed at the White Plains Performing Arts Center. Performances are at 2 PM and 8 PM on select dates (please check calendar). Tickets $39-$61.

One, Two, Heart You! Music Festival (Peekskill) October 9: Enjoy live music from 10 different bands from 12 PM – 10 PM. Taking place on Esther Street in Peekskill.

Concerts at Bethel Woods (Bethel) A little further to travel but some great musicians worth checking out play here. In October you can see: The Outlaws (October 3), New Power Generation (NPG):Featuring the Music of Prince (October 15), Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes (October 16), Marty Stuart (October 17).

Capitol Theatre (Port Chester) October’s lineup includes: Blues Traveler (October 7), Phil Lesh & Friends (October 9-11, October 18-20, October 29-31), Elvis Costello & the Imposters (October 25 -26), The Greatest Hits of Foreigner (October 27) *Check the site for the full lineup.

Emelin Theatre (Mamaroneck) October’s lineup includes Bria Skonberg (October 2), Lisa Loeb (October 14), Leo Kottke (October 17) and more *Check the site for the full lineup

Paramount Hudson Valley (Peekskill) Music is back at the Paramount. October’s lineup includes: Stella Blue’s Band (October 1), Motherland featuring Eva Sita (October 9), Destination Motown featuring the Sensational Soul Cruisers (October 16), Almost Queen (October 22), No Quarter: a Tribute to the Led Zeppelin Legacy (October 23), Orleans (October 29)

Tarrytown Music Hall (Tarrytown) October’s lineup includes: Toad the Wet Sprocket (October 1), The High Kings (October 2), The Monkees Farewell Tour (October 20) *Check the site for the full lineup

Shopping:

Westchester County Parks Spraing Ridge Ultimate Garage Sale (Yonkers) October 2: 9 AM – 3 PM, Sprain Brook Park

Westchester Craft Crawl: Fall Tour (Croton and Ossining) October 2-3: Visit four different tour stops to shop from 48 professional craft artists,10 AM – 5 PM. Pick up your passport, visit all four stops and have them stamped and be eligible to win one of 25 prizes.

Hudson Valley Farm + Flea (Monroe, NY) October 9: 10 AM – 4 PM, Shop makers of farm fresh foods, vintage collectors, home & garden, mixologists, jewelry, art, bath & body & much more. Music and food. Entry fee $5.00, children 12 and under free

October Moon Faire (White Plains) October 17: Hosted by The Healing Collective NY and Wild Rabbit Apothecary. 12 PM – 4 PM, Shop local makers of hand made and eco-friendly products, psychic readings, energy healers and more. There will be a collection for SNARR Northeast. Bring a bag of dog food or roll of paper towels and receive a free cup or cold brew or spiced cider. Free admission.

Music Hall Vinyl Record Sale (Tarrytown) October 30 & 31: 10 AM – 4 PM, Tarrytown Music Hall is holding their Vinyl Record sale with all proceeds benefiting the Tarrytown Music Hall.

Other Fun:

Jewish Film Festival 2021 (Pleasantville) September 30 – October 14: The Jacob Burns Film Center is featuring 24 different films from Israel, the US and other countries around the world. Live virtual Q&A sessions will be held for several of the films. Check out the schedule for films and times. Tickets per film: $11 members, $16 non-members

Taco Trot 5K (Yorktown Heights) October 10: 9:45 AM, Run or walk the 5K and then enjoy complimentary tacos. rain or shine $35/participant

Westchester Park Bicycle Sundays: (Bronx River Parkway) October 17, 24 and 31: 10 AM – 2 PM,  Bronx River Parkway

The Sound For All Foundation Sound Bath (Peekskill) October 21: Participate in a sound bath at Lile & Rose Collective Wellness Center in Peekskill. 7 PM, $20/person. Limited space so reserve your spot hello@lileboutiquespa.com. There will be tea, snacks and a 10% discount on retail items in the boutique.

Bedford Playhouse Splendor In The Grass: Hollywood Green (Bedford) October 23: Attend the 23rd Annual Bedford Playhouse Gala. 6:30 PM cocktails, 7:30 PM dinner and dancing. Attire is Old Hollywood Glamour, black tie optional. Tickets: $250-$1,000

September Events in Westchester County

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Get out your calendars now because there is a LOT going on this month and you will want to plan ahead! Check out these September events taking place in Westchester County:

Live Music:

Bethel Woods (Bethel) Although Bethel Woods is a bit of a drive, there are some great concerts and entertainment taking place this month: Pitbull with Iggy Azalea (September 3), Lynyrd Skynyrd (September 19), Chris Stapleton (September 23), The Black Crowes (September 25), ZZ Top (September 26)

Tunes & Brews (Yorktown Heights) – September 3, 10, 17, 24. PB Pizza & Beer and the Jefferson Valley Mall bring live music, craft beer and food trucks every Friday night from 7-10 PM.

The Capitol Theatre (Port Chester) – Music is back at The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester. Upcoming concerts in September include a free re-opening party with the Stella Blue’s Band (9/10), The Struts: Strange Days Are Over Tour (9/11), Sheryl Crow (9/14, 9/15), Billy Idol (9/22), Jessie’s Girl (9/25).

2021 JazzFest White Plains (White Plains) September 9-12: celebrating its 10th year, JazzFest White Plains will have both in-person and virtual events. Check the site for the schedule of events. There are a mix of free and ticketed shows.

Toonerville Music Festival (Pelham) September 18: 12 PM check-in. Enjoy two stages of live music all day from bands including The Verve Pipe, Fast Ball, Spring Heeled Jack and more. Check the site for the entire lineup. Bring a chair or blanket. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Taking place in Municipal Lot 7 behind Rockwell’s. Tickets: $50/adult, $30/youth (12-18), $30/senior (65+), Free/under 12

Comedy:

Levity Live (Palisade Center – West Nyack) There is plenty of comedy to be seen at Levity Live in September. Upcoming shows include Cocoa Brown (9/2-9/5), DeRay Davis (9/10-9/11), Colin Kane (9/12), Paul Virzi (9/16-9/18), The Christi Show (9/21), Funny Women of a Certain Age: Funny Never Gets Old (9/23). Ticket prices vary by comedian.

Date Night/Girls Night Out:

Boundless Adventures Glow In The Park: EDM/Rave Night (Purchase) September 4:  6-11 PM. $50 for a 2 hour climb. Adults only!

Imagine VR Studios Karaoke Night (Yorktown Heights) September 4: free entry, 8-11 PM, enjoy a night of karaoke at Imagine VR Studios inside the Jefferson Valley mall

Imagine VR Studios After Dark Dance Party(Yorktown Heights) September 11 and September 25: 9 PM – close, dance to hip hop, EDM, Latin, Reggae and more.  Tickets: $25 includes 1 hour of VR, $10 without VR

Sips & Succulents Party (Yorktown Heights) September 23: Enjoy a DIY succulent planting party while enjoying wine/sparking cider, sweet treats and a cocktail infusion demo. Hosted by Auntie Liana’s Kitchen and Vintage & Vine at the Jefferson Valley Mall. 6:30 – 8:00 PM $30/person Under 21+ welcome, but will not be served alcohol

Paint-N-Sip Night (Yorktown Heights) September 25: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM, Imagine VR Studios at the Jefferson Valley Mall is hosting a paint-n-sip night. Your ticket price includes painting supplies, one alcoholic drink, appetizers and finger foods, music entertainment, free ticket to after dark dance party.

Eat & Drink:

Hudson Valley Wine & Food Fest (Rhinebeck) September 11 & 12: Enjoy sampling wine, beer and cider. Purchase food from one of many food trucks. 11 AM – 6 PM, Sunday 11 AM – 5 PM. Tickets: $45/person, $80/weekend, $15/designated driver ticket, $27/weekend designated driver ticket

Brew at the Zoo (Bronx) September 17: Enjoy a retro arcade, live band, DJ, animal trivia and more. 6 PM beer and wine pouring begins. Select animal exhibits open 5 PM -6:30 PM. Ages 21+ Tickets: VIP/$109.99, General admission/$69.99, designated driver/$39.99,

Farm Tasting Tour at Hilltop Hanover Farm (Yorktown Heights) September 18: 11 AM – 12 PM

Hudson River Craft Beer Festival (Beacon) September 18: Sample over 180 craft beers from 90 different craft breweries. Enjoy live music, local vendors and food. 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM (VIP) or 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM (general admission) Riverfront Park in Beacon. Tickets: VIP/$85, General Admission/$55, Designated Driver/$10. Ages 21+

Westchester Wine Walk (Rye) September 18: 1 PM – 5 PM, Rye Town Park, enjoy wine tastings, small bites, live music, giveaways and a buffet. $65/person

Yonkers Wine and Food Fest (Yonkers) September 18: 12 PM – 6 PM, sample wine, spirits, ciders and more, enjoy food and shop at 35 vendors, DJ and live music. $50/ticket

Flavors of Haverstraw Food Crawl (Haverstraw) September 19: 1-5 PM, rain or shine, celebrate the diverse culinary options of downtown Haverstraw with this food sampling walking tour. The Cross-Hudson Haverstraw-Ossining Ferry will be running during the food crawl

Westchester Magazine’s Wine & Food Festival (throughout Westchester County) September 21-25: enjoy 5 days of eating and drinking. Westchester Magazine is hosting 5 different food events this year in various locations throughout Westchester. Ticket prices vary per event. Check the website for all of the details. Ages 21+

Hoppfest XL (Bedford) September 25: Visit the Bedford Historical Society’s Hoppfest XL. 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM at the Bedford Village Green. Enjoy a variety of brews, wines, food trucks, live music and more. Tickets: $100/members, $125/non-members, other more expensive ticket options available – please check site for more details

Pour the Core: Hard Cider Festival (Cortlandt Manor) September 25: at the Cortlandt Waterfront Park in Verplanck. 1:30 – 5:00 PM, sample over 30 different ciders, participate in or watch the apple pie eating contest, enjoy eats from local food trucks and more. 21+ only, tickets: $45 + tax and fees, in advance, $55 + tax and fees at event, $12 + tax and fees designated driver ticket

Craft Draft Craft Beer & Cider Fest (Newburgh) September 26: Enjoy a day at the Newburgh waterfront (Front Street). Sample beer and cider, watch brewing demos, enjoy live music and activities. Tickets: $30 until Sept. 10, $40 after Sept. 10, $50 at event

Fairs & Festivals:

New York Renaissance Faire (Tuxedo) Weekends September: Travel back in time and join Queen Elizabeth I in a 16th century village. Enjoy shows, food, entertainment, games and more. Tickets: $29.95/adult, $13/child (ages 5-12), $25.95/seniors & military, discount tickets available online, general parking free

Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival (Union Vale) September 3-5: rain or shine, 75 balloon launches will take place throughout the weekend. Check the site for the schedule. Fireworks each night. Enjoy vendors, food trucks, live music, family activities, tethered balloon rides and more. Tickets sold in advance only, $14/person evening admission, $7/person morning admission, $23.95/person all weekend pass

Wakanda4Ever Celebration (Mount Vernon) September 4: 10 AM – 8 PM at the Luangisa African Gallery.  Celebrate African American culture with music, art, children’s crafts, a fashion show and more, Free

Yorktown Grange Fair (Yorktown Heights) September 10-12: Enjoy rides, food, music and other family fun. $10/carload or $5/single admission Friday: 4 PM – 11 PM, Saturday: 10 AM – 11 PM, Sunday: 10 AM – 7 PM

Yorktown Feast of San Gennaro (Yorktown Heights) September 15-19: a 5 day festival celebrating Italian heritage and culture with food, rides and more. Statue procession Wednesday, Sept. 15th at 6 PM.

Fall Crafts at Lyndhurst (Tarrytown) September 17-19: Shop from over 200 crafts people and makers. Enjoy food trucks, tastings from local distilleries, family activities and more. Tickets: $12/adults, $11/seniors, $4/kids (6-16), Free/under 6

Yonkers 28th Annual Riverfest (Yonkers) September 18: 12 PM – 7 PM, enjoy food, art, music and more in downtown Yonkers at the waterfront (1 Larkin Plaza)

Oktoberfest at Barton Orchards (Poughquag) September 18 & 19: 10 AM – 8 PM, Details coming soon

Armonk Outdoor Art Show (Armonk) September 25-26: 10 AM – 5 PM, rain or shine. View artwork from over 160 juried artists across all mediums including prints, photography, sculpture and more that can be purchased. Enjoy family activities and a selection of food and beverages. Tickets $13/advance, $15/at event

For Kids:

Westchester County Parks Screening Under the Stars: (Croton-on-Hudson) September 10: Watch the movie Soul at Croton Point Park.  $25/car, movie starts after dark

Westchester County Parks Screening Under the Stars: (Yonkers) September 24: Watch the movie Mulan at Tibbett’s Park.  $25/car, movie starts after dark

Run Wild (Scarsdale) September 25 & 26: Kids can participate in a forest run and obstacle course at the Greenburgh Nature Center. Recommended ages 5-15, 9 AM – 2 PM, runs begin every 30 minutes. Tickets: $25 each

Shopping:

What’s Poppin’ Westchester Sip & Shop Event (Mount Vernon) September 19: Enjoy a brunch-themed shopping pop-up. Over 20 vendors, complimentary sangria or mimosas 2 PM – 6 PM

Other Fun:

Lighted Boat Parade (New Rochelle) September 4: Beginning at 8:30 PM, watch the lighted boat parade in New Rochelle Harbor. Beginning at 8:30 PM the boats will travel from Hudson Park to Neptune Park.

Westchester Park Bicycle Sundays: (Bronx River Parkway) September 12, 19 and 26 10 AM – 2 PM, Bronx River Parkway

The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze (Croton-on-Hudson) September 17-November 21: The Historic Hudson Valley’s famous fall event is back. 18th century Van Cortlandt Manor is decorated with 7,000 hand carved jack o’lanterns. Entry is by pre-purchased timed tickets only. No tickets are sold at the event. Tickets: $40/adult, seniors (65+) and students (18-25 w/ID), $32/children (ages 3-17)

Trivia Nights in Westchester County

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Trivia nights are a popular weeknight event at many bars and restaurants throughout Westchester County. They make a great date night or a fun get together with friends and help bring customers to local venues that may otherwise not get much business during the week. We have rounded up as many of the trivia nights in Westchester County that we have found. As always, please call ahead to confirm dates and times!

Sundays:

Cantina Lobos (Pelham)
217 Wolf’s Lane
Pelham, NY 10803
(914) 380-8644
5 PM – 8 PM Trivia

Mondays:

TaqueRio (Yonkers)
1 Van Der Donck Street
Yonkers, NY 10701
(914) 207-0631
7:30 PM Trivia

Tuesdays:

Ron Black’s Beer Hall (White Plains)
181 Mamaroneck Avenue
White Plains, NY 10601
(914) 358-5811
8:00 PM Trivia

The Tapp (Tarrytown)
17 North Broadway
Tarrytown, NY 10591
(914) 229-3239
7:00 PM Trivia

Wednesdays:

Captain Lawrence Brewing Company (Elmsford)
444 Saw Mill River Road
Elmsford, NY 10523
(914) 741-2337
7:00 PM Trivia

Gordo’s North (Thornwood)
1006 Broadway
Thornwood, NY 10594
(914) 579-2610
7:00 PM Trivia

Pete’s Saloon (Elmsford)
8 West Main Street
Elmsford, NY
(914) 592-9849
7:45 PM Trivia

Sing Sing Kill Brewery (Ossining)
75 Spring Street
Ossining, NY
(914) 502-0577
7:00 PM Trivia

Yonkers Brewing Company (Yonkers)
92 Main Street
Yonkers, NY 10701
7:30 PM Trivia

Thursdays

105 Twenty Bar & Grill (Croton-on-Hudson)
120 Grand Street
Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520
(914) 862-4494
7:00 PM Trivia

Argonne Rose Brewing Company (Mohegan Lake)
1715 East Main Street
Mohegan Lake, NY 10547
(914) 743-1622
7:00 PM Trivia
**Trivia nights are not scheduled every week. Please check website and/or call ahead to confirm.

Captain Lawrence Barrel House (Mount Kisco)
369 Lexington Avenue
Mount Kisco, NY
(914) 741-BEER (2337)
7:00 PM Trivia

Hudson Anchor (Sleepy Hollow)
222 Beekman Avenue
Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591
(914) 600-8123
7:00 PM Trivia

Mickey Spillane’s (Eastchester)
431 White Plains Road
Eastchester, NY 10709
(914) 395-3838
8:00 PM Trivia

Peekskill Brewery (Peekskill)
47 South Water Street
Peekskill, NY
(914) 734-BEER
7:00 PM Trivia

Sim Coe Beer Bar (Scarsdale)
11 Boniface Circle
Scarsdale, NY 10583
(914) 215-5399
7:00 PM Trivia

Soul Brewing Company (Pleasantville)
41 Wheeler Avenue
Pleasantville, NY 10570
(914) 800- SOUL (7685)
7:30 PM Trivia

Guide to Westchester County Farmers Markets

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Farmers markets are an integral part of the summer food scene.  Heirloom tomatoes paired with fresh slices of mozzarella, drizzled with olive oil and topped with basil, ears of corn on the cob so sweet that butter isn’t needed, and juicy peach or cherry pies are just a few of the dishes that may grace many of our dinner tables this season. I have created this Westchester County Farmers Markets guide to help you navigate the many farmers markets held throughout the county. I have listed the farmers markets by day and have also tried to include the different vendors that you can find at each market. Besides fresh fruit and vegetables, you can find prepared foods, cheese, fish, milk, soap, crafts and so much more! 

As always, please check websites for the most up-to-date information, as many of these vendors attend the markets on a rotating basis and are not at the markets every week.  

WEDNESDAYS:

White Plains Farmers Market:
Location: Court Street between Martine Ave. and Main St.
Time: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Dates: April 21 – November 24
*Pre-order and pickup possible from some vendors

Vendors include:
Back to the Future Farms (Westtown)
Capital Distillery (Albany)
The Copper Faucet Soap Co.
Golden Harvest Farms (Valatie)
Kariba Farms (Dover, NJ)
S & SO Produce Farms (Goshen)
Doc Pickle
Meredith Bread (Kingston, NY)
Greens In a Basket
Hudson Valley Fish Farms
Irvington Delight (Irvington)
Sweet Things and Wild Thyme Honey
Julie’s Garden
Lamar Bread
Laurel Ridge Farm (Litchfield, CT)
Mmmly Partnerships
Gaucho Burger (White Plains)
Rambling Coffee
KAS Spirits (Mahopac)
Tepes Kitchen
Westchester Produce

THURSDAYS:

St. John’s Church Farmers Market
Location: St. John’s Church
1 Hudson Street
Yonkers, NY 10701
Time: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Dates: July 8 – October 28

Fresh fruit, vegetables, rummage sale and other local vendors

FRIDAYS:

Market on Market Farmers Market (at Ridge Hill)
Location: Ridge Hill
                Market Street
                Yonkers, NY 10710
Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Dates: June 4 – September 3

Vendors include:
Abandoned Hard Cider
J & A Farm
Anthi’s Greek Specialties (Tarrytown)
KAS Spirits (Mahopac)
Arlotta Food Studio (Pleasantville)
Knot of this World Pretzels (Levittown)
AYA Hummus
Leila’s Crepe Station
Cooperstown Cheese Co. (Milford)
Myriad Mirage
Diana’s Aprons, Totes & Masks
Mangalitsa by Mosefarm (Wantage, NJ)
Don Carvajal Cafe
Miss Mary’s Flower Farm
Doc Pickle
Nutmeg Cafe (Tuckahoe)
Fino Farm Orchards (Milton)
R&M Farm (Wantage, NJ)
Freefall Sangria (Hudson Valley)
Sasha’s Seafood (Tarrytown)
Freshly Made Juices
Wave Hill Breads (Norwalk, CT)
Hudson Valley Fisheries

New Rochelle Farmers Market
Location: Thomas Paine Cottage Museum
20 Sicard Avenue
New Rochelle, NY 10804
Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Dates: June 11 – November 19

Vendors include:
1841 Kitchen (Rhinebeck)
Gilded Farms (Chester)
1857 Spirits Barber’s Farm Distillery (Highland)
Hand Held Kitchen (Westchester County)
4E Green Farm (Yaphank)
Mangalitsa by Mosefarm (Wantage, NJ)
Anthis Green Specialties (Tarrytown)
Mushrooms.NYC (NYC)
Arlotta Food Studio (Pleasantville)
My Most Favorite Dessert (New York, NY)
Cano Coffee Company (Maspeth)
Nahmias et Fils Distillery (Yonkers)
Current Spirits (Elmsford)
Orchards of Concklin (Pomona)
Dagele Brothers Produce (Florida)
Orwashers Bakery (NYC)
Eggcellent Quiche (Calverton)
P&S Seafood (Rye)
Farm Stand Pantry (Ossining)
Pick Licious (Teaneck, NJ)
Freshly Made (Bronx)
Simple Fine Foods (Baldwin)
Gaelle’s French Pastries (New Rochelle)
Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery (Queensbury)

SATURDAYS:

Bronxville Farmers Market
Location: Intersection of Stone Place and Paxton Avenue
Bronxville, NY
Time: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Dates: May – November

Vendors include:
Anthis Green Specialties (Tarrytown)
Morgiewicz Produce (Goshen)
Arlotta Food Studio (Pleasantville)
Nutmeg Cafe (Tuckahoe)
Bambino Ravioli (Deer Park)
Orchards of Concklin (Pomona)
Bien Cuit Bakery (Brooklyn)
Poke Motion Food Truck
Cano Coffee Company (Maspeth)
St. Ex Specialty Foods (Norwalk, CT)
Catch of the Hamptons (Hamptons Bay)
Sun Sprout Farm (Chester)
Chantilly Patisserie (Bronxville)
Wave Hill Breads (Norwalk, CT)
Charlotte’s Home Kitchen
Freefall Sangria (Wallkill)
Cooperstown Cheese Co. (Milford)
Mangalitsa by Mosefarm (Wantage, NJ)
The Copper Faucet Soap Co.
Momo Dressing (Brooklyn)
Dobbs & Bishop Fine Cheese (Bronxville)
Noble Pies (Warwick)
Doc Pickle
Pizza Vitale
FarmEats
Clarkson Avenue Crumb Cake Company (Calverton)
Found Herbal
Booskerdoo (Bronxville)
Freshly Made (Bronx)
Hillrock Distillery (Ancram)
Hodgins Harvest (Blauvelt)
Broken Bow Brewery (Tuckahoe)
Homespun Chili (Dumont, NJ)
Hive Juice Lab (Westchester County)
Knot of this World Pretzels (Levittown)
Hudson River Apiaries
Kontoulis Olive Oil (Westchester County)
Luxx Chocolat (Ridgewood, NJ)
Letterbox Farm (Hudson)
Abandonded Hard Cider (Woodstock/Red Hook)
Maitri Farm (Amenia)
Bombay Chutney Company (Yorktown)
Manor Sangria

Chappaqua Farmers Market
Location: Chappaqua Train Station
                Allen Place, Chappaqua, NY
Time: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Dates: May – December
*8:30 AM – 9:00 AM – reserved for mask wearers

Vendors include:
Fruits and Vegetables:
Black Creek Permaculture Farm
Caradonna Farms
Fort Hill Farm (New Milford)
Growing Heart Farm (Pawling)
Hodgins Harvest Mushrooms
Orchard Hill Organics
Sova Farms (Norwich)
Wright’s Apple Farm

Baked Goods and Sweets:
123 Dough (Pound Ridge)
Bien Cuit Bakery (Brooklyn)
Bohemian Baked
Knot of this World Pretzels (Levittown)
La Petite Occasion
New Castle Scone
Noble Pies (Warwick)
Nutmeg Cafe (Tuckahoe)
OogeeOat
Wave Hill Breads (Norwalk, CT)

ien Cuit Breads (Brooklyn)

​Meat, Poultry, Fish, Cheese:
Cooperstown Cheese Co. (Milford)
Farm Eats Grassfed Beef
Larchmont Charcuterie
Mangalitsa by Mosefund
Premier Pastures
Pura-Vida Fishery (Saratoga Springs)

​Specialty Items & Services:
Anna Maria Savory Jams
Arlotta Food Studio (Pleasantville)
Bambino’s Ravioli (Deer Park)
Broken Bow Brewery (Tuckahoe)
C-Los Carpentry
Cleo’s Cauli Tots
Doc Pickle
Found Herbal
Hillrock Distillery
Hive Juice Lab
Kimchi Culture
Kontoulis Olive Oil (Westchester County)
Mama Lam’s (Long Island City)
Momo Dressing (Brooklyn)
Neversink Spirits
Raw Chocolate Love (NYC)
Ready Set Sharp
Refillery
Stars of the Meadow Flowers
The Misshapened Bowl

Prepared Foods:
Bambino’s Ravioli (Deer Park)
Farmers and Cooks
Joe Tomato Mozzarella
Mrs. D’s Mediterranean Delights (Somers)
Pizza Vitale
Poke Motion Food Truck
Selek
True Food (Nyack)

Hastings Farmers Market
Location: Commuter parking lot across from the Hastings train station
134 Southside Avenue, Hastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706
Time: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Dates: May 22 – November 20
*masks no longer required for those shoppers who are fully vaccinated
*8:30 AM – 9:30 AM reserved for shoppers who wish to wear a mask

Vendors include:
Anthis Greek Specialties (Tarrytown) Mom & Icepops (Brooklyn)
Arlotta Food Studio (Pleasantville) Morgiewicz Produce (Goshen)
Bien Cuit Bakery (Brooklyn) Noble Pies (Warwick)
Cooperstown Cheese Co. (Milford) Noomi Peanut Butter (Hartsdale)
diRiso (Hastings-on-Hudson) Orchards of Concklin (Pomona)
Doc Pickle Pura-Vida Fishery (Saratoga Springs)
Don Carvajal Café (Bronx) R & M Farm (Wantage, NJ)
Freefall Sangria (Hudson Valley) Sea Change Farm and Flower (Kingston)
Freshly Made (Bronx) Silvia’s Kitchen
Growing Heart Farm (Pawling) Sova Farms (Norwich)
Harlem Valley Homestead (Wingdale) Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery (Queensbury)
Hudson Valley Fisheries (Hudson) Stoneberry Farm (Katonah)
La Petite Occasion Sun Sprout Farm (Chester)
Leila’s Empanadas True Food (Nyack)
Mangalitsa by Mosefund (Wantage, NJ) Two Birds Provisions (Cold Spring)
McGrath Cheese Co. (Poughquag) Wave Hill Breads (Norwalk, CT)
Meredith’s Bread (Kingston) Wright’s Farm (Gardiner)
Jody’s Kitchen

John Jay Homestead Farm Market
Location: 400 Jay Street, Katonah, NY
Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Dates: May 1 – November
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM – members only

You can expect to find certified organic and biodynamic produce, ethically-raised, organic meat and eggs, as well as a wide variety of artisan food items from dozens of weekly vendors. Subscribe to their newsletter to get notice of vendors.

Larchmont Farmers Market
Location: Metro North Upper Lot – Chatsworth Ave./Myrtle Blvd.
Larchmont, NY 10538
Time: 8:30 AM -1:00 PM
Dates: April 24 – December 18

Vendors include:
1857 Spirits Barber’s Farm Distillery (Highland) Locust Grove Fruit Farm (Milton)
Alchimista Spiked Ice Cream (Mamaroneck) Luxx Chocolat (Ridgewood, NJ)
American Pride Seafood (North Babylon) Mama Lam’s (Long Island City)
Anthi’s Greek Specialties (Tarrytown) Mangalista by Mosefarm (Wantage, NJ)
Arlotta Food Studio (Pleasantville) Maplebrook Farm (North Bennington, VT)
Asian Farmer (Jericho) McGrath Cheese Co. (Poughquag)
Baked by Nature (NYC) Mom & Icepops (Brooklyn)
Baked With Love By Abigail (Mamaroneck) MOMO Dressing (Brooklyn)
Blessed Brewery (Hopewell Junction) Mushrooms.NYC (NYC)
Bombay Chutney Company (Yorktown) My Bath Bar (Croton on Hudson)
Calcutta Kitchens (Accord) Nahmias et Fils Distillery (Yonkers)
Campanelli’s Poultry Farm (Kenoza Lake) Nana’s Home Kitchen (Bergenfield, NJ)
Cano Coffee Company (Maspeth) Newgate Farms (East Granby, CT)
Clarkson Avenue Crumb Cake Company (Calverton) No Place Like Home (Tarrytown)
Cliffton Dry (Mount Kisco) Noble Pies (Warwick)
Common Hands Farm (Hillsdale) Orchards of Concklin (Pomona)
Croatian Confections (Mamaroneck) Orwashers Bakery (NYC)
Dr. Pickle (Paterson, NJ) Our Woods Maple Syrup (Cold Brook)
Farm Stand Pantry (Ossining) Paul’s Custom Pet Food (New Milford, CT)
Freefall Sangria (Hudson Valley) Peck’s of Maine (Islip Terrace)
Freshly Made (Bronx) Simple Fine Foods (Baldwin)
Gaia’s Breath Farm (Jordanville) Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery (Queensbury)
Gianni’s Chicken Burgers (Huntington Station) Stone & Thistle Farm (East Meredith)
Gristmill Distillers (Keene) Sun Sprout Farm (Chester)
Guoz Garden (Stamford, CT) Taiim Shack Mobile (Hastings on Hudson)
Hand Held Kitchen (Westchester County) The Bearded Baker (Brooklyn)
Hudson Valley Treats (Ellenville) The Sconery (NYC)
Kiernan Farm (Gardiner) Treadlight Farm (Olivebridge)
Kontoulis Family Olive Oil (Westchester County) Wave Hill Breads (Norwalk, CT)
La Trafila Pasta (Brooklyn) Willow Pond Sheep Farm (Gardiner)

Ossining Farmers Market
Location: Parking lot on the corner of Spring St. & Main St.
                Ossining, NY 10562
Time: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Dates: May 8 – December 18

There is a textile recycling program, compost collection (9:30 AM – 11:30 AM)
If not fully vaccinated, please wear a mask

Vendors include:
4E Green Farm (Yaphank) Mushroom Queens (Forest Hills)
Caradonna Farms (Marlboro) Nana’s Home Kitchen (Bergenfield, NJ)
Croatian Confections (Mamaroneck) Pickle Licious (Teaneck, NJ)
Farm Stand Pantry (Ossining) Pura-Vida Fisheries (Saratoga Springs)
Freshly Made (Bronx) R&G Produce (Goshen)
Gianni’s Chicken Burgers (Huntington Station) Sawabona Coffee
Hamov Eh (Valley Cottage) Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery (Queensbury)
Little Star Pastry (Croton-on-Hudson) Sunset View Farm (Lafayette, NJ)
Meredith’s Bread (Kingston) Wave Hill Breads (Norwalk, CT)
Mother Gaia Greens (Putnam County) Xquisite Coffee

Peekskill Farmers Market
Location: Bank Street
Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Dates: June 5 – November 20

Vendors include:
Bella Serenity Soaps Rolling Ridge Farm
Cooperstown Cheese Co. (Milford) Satori Unlimited/Joey’s Market
Do Re Me Farm (North Hampton) Sunset View Farm (Andover, NJ)
Ergo Hemp Co. The Cardamom Man
Inspirational Crafts Designs Mid-Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union
Irvington Delight Rebecca’s Paradise
Jeneric Bags School of Rock Briarcliff Manor
Meredith’s Bread (Kingston) Spice Beast
Mozzarella4-U The Copper Faucet Soap Company
New Era Creative Space Two Knit Wits
Pickle Licious UnitedHealthcare
POME florals KDA Seafood
Rob’s Poultry Supply Store

Pleasantville Farmers Market
Location: 10 Memorial Plaza (Metro-North Parking Lot)
Pleasantville, NY
Time: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Dates: March – November

Vendors include: 

*Baked Goods: *Meat & Poultry:
Bobolink Dairy & Bakehouse (Milford, NJ) Campanelli’s Poultry Farm (Kenoza Lake)
Bread Alone (Lake Katrine) Hudson Valley Duck Farm (Ferndale)
Dutch Desserts (Kinderhook) Jacuterie
Little Croc Bakehouse (Dobbs Ferry) Kiernan Farm (Gardiner)
Orwasher’s Bakery (NYC) Woven Stars Farm (Ghent)
Red Barn Bakery (Irvington) Yellow Bell Fam (Red Hook)
Spice Revolution (Cold Spring)
Strudel House (Hudson) *Non-Edible Products:
Wrights Farm (Gardiner) Alplacatrax
Harper Keehn Knife Sharpening
*Beverages: Head and Heal
Beanluv (Nyack) Living Edge Designs
Fjord Wines (Milton) SallyeAnder (Beacon)
Melissa’ health Hub
Merchant’s Daughter Ciderworks (Purdys) *Plants & Flowers:
Spirits Lab (Newburgh) Gajeski Produce
Teagevity (Nyack) Little Seed Gardens (Chatham)
Warwick Valley Winery & Back Dirt Distillery (Warwick) The River Garden
Whitecliff Vineyard (Gardiner) Simply Planted Greenhouses (West Milford, NJ)

*Eggs: *Specialty & Prepared Foods:
Campanelli’s Poultry Farm (Kenoza Lake) Bombay Chutney Company (Yorktown)
Woven Stars Farm (Ghent) Break Bread Not Hearts
Wrights Farm (Gardiner) Buddhapesto
Yellow Bell Farm (Red Hook) Conant Valley Jams (Danbury, CT)
Dancing Spirt Herbs
*Dairy: Demi Olive Oil
Bobolink Dairy & Bakehouse Edgwick Farm (Cornwall)
Chaseholm Farm Creamery Forward Roots (Brooklyn)
Edgwick Farm (Cornwall) Hudson Valley Duck Farm (Ferndale)
Kriemhild Dairy Farms Jactuerie
Trotta Foods Little Croc Bakehouse
Melissa’s Health Hub
*Honey & Maple Products: Merchant’s Daughter Ciderworks (Purdys)
Hudson River Apiaries The Peanut Principle (Albany)
Tree Juice Maple Syrup (Arkville) Picke Licious (Teaneck, NJ)
Pika’s Farm Table (Lake Katrine)
*Fish & Seafood: Red Barn Bakery (Irvington)
Pura-Vida Fisheries (Saratoga Springs) Spice Revolution (Cold Spring)
Strudel House (Hudson)
*Fruits & Vegetables: Teagevity (Nyack)
Gajeski Produce Tree Juice Maple Syrup (Arkville)
Little Seed Gardens (Chatham) Trotta Foods (Thornwood)
Maple View Farm (Poughquag) Wildcraft Farms
Mead Orchards (Tivoli) Wrights Farm (Gardiner)
Rock City Mushrooms (Old Chatham)
Wrights Farms (Gardiner)

*Culinary Herbs:
Gajeski Produce
Maple View Farm (Poughquag)
Spice Revolution (Cold Spring)

Rye Farmers Market
Location: Parking Lot on Theodore Fremd Avenue (directly behind Purchase Street stores)
            Rye, NY
Time: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Dates: May 9 – December 5

Vendors include:
1857 Spirits Barber’s Farm Distillery (Highland) Hand Held Kitchen (Westchester County)
Anthi’s Greek Specialties (Tarrytown) Kontoulis Family Olive Oil (Westchester County)
Arlotta Food Studio (Pleasantville) Maitri Farm (Amenia)
Baked By Nature (New York, NY) Mama Lam’s (Long Island City)
Bombay Chutney Company (Yorktown) Mangalistsa by Mosefarm (Wantage,NJ)
Cano Coffee Company (Maspeth) Meredith’s Bread (Kingston)
Charlie’s Chaga (Westport, CT) Mushrooms NYC (NYC)
Cliffton Dry (Mount Kisco) Nana’s Home Kitchen (Bergenfield, NJ)
Croatian Confections (Mamaroneck) Newgate Farms (East Granby, CT)
Dr. Pickle (Paterson, NJ) Noble Pies (Warwick)
Eltee’s Goods (Belle Harbor) Norwich Meadows Farm (Norwich)
Essential Earth Farm (Stamford, CT) Orchards of Concklin (Pomona)
Farm Stand Pantry (Ossining) P&S Seafood (Rye)
Freefall Sangria (Hudson Valley) Row by Row Farm (Hurley)
Freshly Made (Bronx) SOVA Farms (Norwich)
Gaelle’s French Pastries (New Rochelle) Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery (Queensbury)
Gristmill Distillers (Keene) Wave Hill Breads (Norwalk, CT)
Hamov Eh (Valley Cottage) Yellow Bell Farm (Red Hook)

The TASH
Location: Patriot’s Park
121 North Broadway (Route 9)
Tarrytown, NY 10591
Time: 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Dates: Memorial Day – Thanksgiving

Vendors include:
Abandonded Hard Cider (Woodstock/Red Hook) Lather Rinse Repeat
Arlotta Food Studio (Pleasantville) Majestic Farm (Mountaindale)
Bear Mountain Coffee Roasters Mama Lam’s (Long Island City)
Berry Brook Farm (Hamden) Manor Sangria
Bien Cuit Bakery (Brooklyn) Marta’s Book Nook
Birdie’s Batch (West Nyack) Mead Orchards (Tivoli)
Blessed Brewery (Hopewell Junction) Meadowhawk Granola (Brooklyn)
Broken Bow Brewery (Tuckahoe) Meredith’s Bread (Kingston)
Carmenland LLC dba Freshly Made Mobius Fields (Katonah)
Charlotte’s Home Kitchen MOMO Dressing (Brooklyn)
Chaseholm Farm Creamery (Pine Plains) Nahmias et Fils Distillery (Yonkers)
Clarkson Avenue Crumb Cake Company (Calverton) New Confectioner
Cooperstown Cheese Co. (Milford) Pickle Licious (Teaneck, NJ)
Deep Roots Farm NY (Copake) Samosa Shack
diRiso (Hastings-on-Hudson) Sasha’s Seafood Stand (Tarrytown)
Fi-Dough Sing Sing Kill Brewery (Ossining)
Fishkill Farms (Hopewell Junction) Taconic Distillery (Stanfordville)
For the Love of Toffee Teagevity (Nyack)
Forward Roots (Brooklyn) The Cookie Crumbles Bake Shop (Tarrytown)
From the Future Vintage Thousand Leaf Gardens (Clinton Corners)
Green Tree Textiles Trotta Foods (Thornwood)
Hodgins Harvest LLC (Blauvelt) Warner Library (Tarrytown)
Hudson Valley Fisheries Warwick Valley Winery & Distillery (Warwick)
Irvington Delight (Irvington) Wave Hill Breads (Norwalk, CT)
Jael’s Natural Wil-Hi Farm (Tivoli)
JD Farms Wildcraft Baking Company
Jody’s Kitchen WJCS
Knot of This World Pretzels (Levittown) No Place Like Home (Tarrytown)
Takoyaki Y Empanada

SUNDAYS:

Irvington Farmers Market
Location: Main Street School Lot
              101 Main Street
              Irvington, NY 10533
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Dates: June – December
*9:00 AM – 10:00 AM reserved for those who want to wear a mask

Vendors include:
123 Dough (Pound Ridge) Joe Tomato Mozzarella
Anthi’s Greek Specialties (Tarrytown) Knot of This World Pretzels (Levittown)
Arlotta Food Studio (Pleasantville) Kontoulis Olive Oil (Westchester County)
Bambino Ravioli (Deer Park) Leila’s Crepe Station
Bien Cuit Bakery (Brooklyn) Leila’s Empanadas
Berry Brook Farm (Hamden) Madura Farms
Caradonna Farms (Marlboro) Mama Lam’s (Long Island City)
Cleo’s Cauli Tots Mangalitsa by Mosefund (Wantage, NJ)
Cooperstown Cheese Co. (Milford) Myriad Mirage
diRiso (Hastings-on-Hudson) Nutmeg Cafe and Bakery (Tuckahoe)
Diana’s Aprons and Masks Noble Pies (Warwick)
Don Carvajal Café (Bronx) Pizza Vitale
Doc Pickle Pura-Vida Fisheries (Saratoga Springs)
Dough Nation Pizza Truck R&M Farm (Wantage, NJ)
Edgwick Farm (Cornwall) Raw Chocolate Love (NYC)
FarmEATS Ready Set Sharp
Fly Honey Farms (Tarrytown) Rescue Dog Treats
Forward Roots (Brooklyn) Silvia’s Kitchen
Four E Farms Stoneberry Farm (Katonah)
Found Herbal (Bronxville/Hastings-on-Hudson) Sun Sprouts Farm (Chester)
Hive Juice Lab (Westchester County) Teagevity (Nyack)
Homegrown Kitchen Gardens (Tarrytown) True Food
Hudson Valley Fisheries Wave Hill Breads (Norwalk, CT)
Jody’s Kitchen Wrights Farm (Gardiner)

Muscoot Farm Farmers Market
Location: Muscoot Farm
              51 Route 100
              Katonah, NY 10536
Time: 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Dates: May 9 – November 21

Vendors include:
*Weekly: *Bi-Weekly:
Irvington Delight (Irvington) Broken Bow Brewery (Tuckahoe)
Northwinds Lavender Farm (Pawling) Collier’s Candles (Carmel)
Bombay Chutney Kontoulis Family Olive Oil (Westchester County)
Meredith’s Bread (Kingston) Frontier Soapboilers (Putnam Valley)
Fi-Dough
Pickle Licious (Teaneck, NJ) *Once a Month:
Mangalitsa by Mosefund (Wantage, NJ) Rockstarters Organics
Hummingbird Ranch Farm Store (Salt Point) Cooper’s Daughter Spirits (Claverack)
Krazy For Kazu’s (Fall Village, CT) Noomi Peanut Butter (Hartsdale)
The Cheese Guy Stewart Watson Farm (North Salem)
Do Re Me Farm (New Hampton)
Bear Mountain Coffee Roasters (Mahopac)
Scotty’s Country Kitchen (New Hampton)
Hoffman Farms
Bongo and Capacci Pasta

Pelham Market (Pelham)
Location: Harmon Avenue at 5th Avenue
Pelham, NY 10803
Time: 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Dates: May 16 – October 24

Vendors Include:
American PrideSeafood
Arlotta Food Studio (Pleasantville)
Baked By Courtenay (NYC)
Blooms of Bliss
Dobbs Ferry Lobster Guys (Dobbs Ferry)
Freshly Made
Leila’s Crepe Station
Little Bird Cookie Company (Pelham)
Manor Sangria
Pickle Licious (Teaneck, NJ)
Second Mouse Cheese (Pleasantville)
Wave Hill Breads (Norwalk, CT)

Sunday Market On the River (Verplanck)
Location: Cortlandt Waterfront Park
45 Riverview Avenue
Verplanck, NY
Time: 9 AM – 1 PM (May – August), 10 AM – 2 PM (September/October)
Dates: May – October

Vendors include:
Andrew Kaminski Art JayMark Jewelers (Cold Spring)
Auntie Liana’s Baked with Love Jimmy’s Woodworking
A. Sorino Photography Joe & Son Sundries
Big Bang Coffee  Let It Shine Inc
Bolted Lightening Art Mr. Tupperware
Buon Pomodoro Pasta Sauce (Poughkeepsie) Pickle Licious (Teaneck, NJ)
Do Re Me Farm (New Hampton) Simple Silver
Earth Tone Farm (Garrison) Thirty One Gifts
Eileen’s Arbonne Quinn & Co Apothecary
Firehorse Premium Foods Twisted Totes
Henna Goddess Vintage Treasures
Holistic Energy Healing Vita’s Veggies

The Dining Lab at Monroe College

Posted on by nyfoodiefamily@gmail.com

On a recent Tuesday night my husband and I ventured to New Rochelle to enjoy a 3-course fine dining experience. You wouldn’t know there was a restaurant here if you drove by because it is hiding inside the local college.  Monroe College has a culinary program and a functioning restaurant, The Dining Lab at Monroe College. On select Tuesday evenings throughout the year, they open to the public for a fine dining experience.  

How do you get reservations?

You can call or email to get reservations.  There are three seatings, 6:30 PM, 6:45 PM and 7 PM and they are only booking parties of four or less. I emailed my reservation request a couple of weeks in advance. A few days after I emailed, I received a confirmation phone call.

What exactly is The Dining Lab?

The Dining Lab is a student-run restaurant. Dean Constantino oversees the kitchen during dinner service. However, the senior culinary students are the ones preparing your dinner while the hospitality students are the ones taking orders, bringing dishes out, clearing the table, etc. The dining room has a partial view of the kitchen, depending on where you are seated, so you can see the students hard at work.

The dining room has twelve tables that seat up to four guests and they were all filled the night of our visit. I will mention that the acoustics in the space aren’t great. With the dining room filled with guests, it did get fairly loud.

What type of food is served?

The Dining Lab serves Contemporary American cuisine.  The menu changes monthly and utilizes farm-fresh produce. While the Dean creates the menus, the students learn to execute it.

Prior to making reservations, I did make sure to check the menu out. While there were several vegetarian starters to choose from, there were no vegetarian main courses. Although I am a pescatarian, my husband usually follows a vegetarian diet. This was one of the few occasions where he decided to eat seafood. And boy did we enjoy a seafood dinner!

I chose the Lobster Risotto to start. This was my favorite dish of the evening! Not only was the portion large, but the risotto included a generous portion of lobster pieces.

While my husband ordered the House-made Swedish-Cured Salmon. This was delicious too (because, of course, we shared!); I just wish they served it with more crackers.

For our main dishes we shared the Squid-ink Spaghetti a la Chitarra with stuffed calamari, fresh tomato passata and garlic and herbs. Although it appeared my calamari were unstuffed, with the stuffing on the side!

My husband ordered A Tasting of Low Country Gullah Cuisine which included a piece of striped bass on a fish and grits cake. It had a shrimp sauce made with fresh tomatoes, okra, hot and sweet peppers, simmered cabbage and onions. This dish had some heat to it!

These were the only two non-meat main dishes (the other choices included a chicken dish, pork milanese and a duo of duck). Both of our main dishes were excellent as well.

Once your main course is finished, your server will bring you the dessert menu.

I ordered the Matcha Strawberry Tiramisu.

And my husband had the Poaches & Herbs. This was sous vide peaches served with a peach lavender jelly, herb honey, whipped ganache and a peach sorbet. This was on of my husband’s favorite dishes of the evening!

The Experience

Upon entering the restaurant, the host pulled out my chair for me. I first sat with my back to the kitchen. Our table had a partial view of the kitchen, so I switched my seat to get a better view of the action. Once we were seated an amuse bouche was brought out.

Our server, Anna, introduced herself and brought us our menus and a basket of homemade bread.

Alcohol is not served at the restaurant, however guests are invited to BYOB. Red wine is kept at the table, while they have an ice bucket to chill your bottle of white wine. They have a variety of non-alcoholic beverages including different sodas, sparking water and apple juice.

I have to admit that there was a long wait time between courses. Service was great, though, and Anna came out to apologize for the delay with dessert. Although they try to stagger the arrival times so they don’t get backed up, it seemed like the kitchen was very backed up the evening of our visit.

After our dinner, the check was brought with a mignardise (a plate of bite-sized cookies to enjoy). Professor Luna supervises the dining room during the evening and is the one who processes the credit cards.

Some Final Parting Thoughts

My husband and I had such a great time at The Dining Lab at Monroe College. Our dinner was delicious! And it is a steal at $29.95 each for a 3 course dinner!

However, please only visit this restaurant if you have patience and an open mind. These are students who are learning via hands-on experience. These students are paying in both time and tuition to “work” in The Dining Lab. However, they don’t get the financial satisfaction of earning a paycheck or bringing home tips after a very busy night’s work. But please do tip and tip generously. Gratuities support the Monroe College foundation which helps fund the college’s study-abroad programs to Italy.

The Details:

The Dining Lab at Monroe College
434 Main Street
New Rochelle, NY
website

Hours: Dinner is served on Tuesday nights
There are 3 seatings – 6:30 PM, 6:45 PM and 7:00 PM
Dinner is by reservation only

Reservations: Call (914) 740-6421
Email: reservations@monroecollege.edu

Parking: Guests can park in the Monroe College Franklin Parking Lot (directions are on the website)
There is also paid street parking available

Price: The current 3 course Pre-Fixe menu is $29.95

Other info:
*They are currently taking reservations of a maximum of 4 people per table.

*No alcohol is served, but you can BYOB.

*Coffee, tea and other beverages are available for an additional cost

*The last service for the summer was July 27. However, reservations will open up again in the fall, once the semester starts.

*Although there is no dress code, be mindful that this is a fine dining experience. Although guests weren’t super dressed up, I would recommend not wearing jeans.

Summer Dining at TBoy’s Bistro {Sleepy Hollow}

Posted on by nyfoodiefamily@gmail.com
I attended a media dinner for purposes of this review. As always, all opinions are my own.

Westchester County natives Robert and Denise Horton opened TBoy’s Bistro in 2019.  The couple is not new to the restaurant business, having previously run restaurants in Mamaroneck, Tuckahoe and Crestwood. TBoy’s Bistro is their latest restaurant, named after Denise’s late father. Located in Sleepy Hollow, this restaurant serves New American cuisine in a cozy, intimate space.  Forced to close due to the pandemic, TBoy’s Bistro opened up again in April 2021.

I was recently invited to a media dinner at TBoy’s Bistro to sample the new menu. I couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful evening to visit.  The weather was perfect for dining in their outdoor patio. The greenery growing along the fence, along with the potted flowers and strings of lights creates a small, private oasis.

TBoy’s Bistro has a drink menu that includes signature cocktails like Ginny From the Blocktail and Whisk Me Away. 

I wasn’t drinking alcohol that night and they were able to make me a mocktail version of the Rum Sprinter (minus the rum and Triple Sec).  They also have bottled beer and wine by the glass.

What stood out to me about TBoy’s Bistro was the variety of dishes on their menu.  Although Chef Robert and Denise are both omnivores, some of their four daughters are vegan and vegetarian.  While I am a pescatarian, my husband and daughter are vegetarians. I am very cognizant of restaurant menus that offer dining options for them. It was refreshing to see a menu where there is more than the obligatory Beyond Burger or Margherita Pizza. There is literally something on the menu for everyone here from the meat lovers to the vegans.

For appetizers, my fellow diner and I enjoyed the Seared Sea Scallops over Cauliflower Mash.  The scallops were seared nicely and were so sweet!

We shared the Crab and Shrimp Cake which was topped with a roasted corn salad and placed upon a mustard grain sauce.  This was one of my favorite dishes of the evening!

We also shared the Roasted Tomato Puff Pastry Tart that was topped with Burrata and a pesto sauce. Who doesn’t love burrata?!

I don’t normally eat huge meals.  By the time we ordered the main course I couldn’t decide between the Mezze Rigatoni (Roasted cauliflower and shiitake mushrooms in a Parmesan truffle oil sauce pictured above) or the Mushroom Ravioli pasta special (pictured below). Fortunately, they were able to give us half portions of each.  

In hindsight, these dishes had very similar flavor profiles and I probably should have ordered one pasta dish and a seafood entrée. However, I was really in the mood for pasta, having not eaten carbs in awhile, and both of these pasta dishes sounded (and were) so good!  If there’s a dinner special that catches your taste buds, I  recommend ordering it, since you can always order off the regular menu. 

By the time we finished our pasta, my dinner companion and I were too stuffed for another entrée.  So we ended our meal on a lighter note with the Red Oak salad.  The red onion, Gorgonzola, candied pecans and buttermilk dressing made for a delicious flavor combination.

We of course couldn’t leave without sampling some dessert.  The Tres Leches Cake topped with caramel sauce, toasted coconut and a scoop of Longford’s vanilla ice cream was heavenly!

We also sampled the Flourless Chocolate Cake topped with a white chocolate mousse and chocolate sauce. This dessert was so rich and decadent and was the perfect ending to our delicious meal.

It is not often that you see the restaurant owner when you’re dining out. During my visit, Denise had a huge presence stopping by all of the tables and checking in on guests. She is so down-to-earth and approachable and you can tell that she loves the restaurant and the food that she serves.

I can honestly say that everything I ate at TBoy’s Bistro was delicious.  There are so many dishes on the menu that I still want to try, which gives me plenty of reasons to return!  

Spend a summer evening at TBoy’s Bistro enjoying a craft cocktail and a delicious dinner on the back patio! 

The Details:

TBoy’s Bistro
31 Beekman Avenue
Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591
(914) 909-6151

Open: 
Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday:  5 PM – 9 PM
Friday and Saturday: 5 PM – 10 PM
Closed Monday and Tuesday

Takeout available

Parking – There is limited street parking in front of the restaurant.  There is also a public lot with free parking right down the block.

Menu – New American (seafood, beef, poultry) with vegetarian and vegan options

Price – $$ (expect to pay $45-$65/person for an appetizer, entrée and dessert, not including drinks)
Portions are large enough that you can share an appetizer and/or dessert.