Westchester’s Best
I have no intention to compete with other sites who list everything in Westchester, New York. This is a list of places, services, and people I love in Westchester. Check them out — I’m sure you’ll love them too!
Free Fun with Kids
Muscoot — (Somers) Great working farm to bring the kids to! Check out their frequent, free, special activities! They also have a trail for a short hike that’s fun with young kids. Rte 100, Somers, NY. Read my article about it here
Gossett’s Farmer’s Market — (South Salem) Organic produce, grass-fed beef, pasture eggs, artisan cheese, wholegrain breads, local artisans, native plants, baked goods, fairtrade coffee, and local honey. I could spend hours in the cute Cottage Antiques gift store right next to it. 1202 Rte 35, South Salem, NY, Saturday 9-1 p.m. year round! Read my article about it here
Food
Bellizzi — (Mount Kisco) Great Italian food and an arcade and toddler room. You get to relax over a coffee with your husband or girlfriend while your kids are safe and have fun right near you. Try the delicious Blogger Salad — I’m the red bell pepper! Read my article about it here
Bedford Post Inn — (Bedford) I love this place! I’ve never run into Richard Gere, who is the owner and frequently eats there since he just lives around the corner, but I’m keeping my fingers crossed. The more casual Barn features local foods, organic coffee, and gluten-free baked goods. I adore the decor — elegant, classy but very inviting. There is an outdoor patio and a yoga studio upstairs. I’ve never dined in the restaurant next door, but it is stunning. There is also a small bar. 954 Old Post Road in Bedford, NY.
Connie’s Bakery & General Store — (Mount Kisco) In need of great cake or cookies, or a cute gift? Then check out Connie’s! I adore this cute little “socially-responsible bakery and gift shop.” They have a wonderful selection of gifts for babies, kids, and adults. The best thing about this store is that 100 percent of the profits go to charity! 41 S. Monger Ave., Mount Kisco, down the alley from Starbucks.
Pour Cafe and Wine Bar — (Mount Kisco) Looking for a cool place to meet your girlfriends in the evening? Look no further! This bar/cafe in a beautiful building on Main Street is known by local moms as the place if you want to have a relaxing evening. Anthony, the owner, tells me that most of his clients are women, actually. He is a part of the Bellizzi Blogger Salad as well :) Main Street, Mount Kisco, NY.
Clothing
Once Upon A Child Somers — (Balwin Place/Somers) This newly-opened store is HEAVEN for all frugal moms! Once Upon A Child buys and sells gently-used, quality checked baby and kids clothing (infant up to size 20), furniture, toys and equipment. Bring your stuff and get money on the spot, no appointment necessary. The owners Tina and Craig take all seasons, which makes selling them your items so much easier.
I don’t know what I like more: making money with L’s things he doesn’t need anymore, or buying him new items for so much less. They offer all the big brands, like GAP and Carter, for a fraction of the original price, and their selection is enormous. 80 Route 6, Baldwin Place, NY 10505, 914-621-0003.
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Full Circle Family Care
1241 Mamaroneck Avenue, White Plains, NY 10605, 914-421-1500. Read my article about it here
More to come . . .
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Best moms group? It’s gotta be mom2mom of northern westchester!!
Over 200 local, down-to-earth moms make up our membership and everyone contributes ideas to keep our calendar full of fun events. We strive to keep our activities free or nearly free for infants to pre-k, as well as wonderful family events and all important moms nights out! Annual dues to support the website hosting are only $5/year and there is something to do just about every day of the week. Perfect for SAHM, part and full time working mamas. Don’t hesitate to check us out and start making friends today!
http://www.meetup.com/mom2mom-of-northern-westchester/
I’d like to make you aware of my our three year old venture; Pony Express To Go in Pleasantville. We strive to make sustainable fast food an easy, fun and delicious part of everyone’s life.
We support our local community and local food producers (Pickelicious, Dines, The Green Market, Good Bread Bakery), we recycle and encourage our customers to do the same (our Zero Trans fat oils are used for bio-fuel), we provide to-go packaging that is bio-kraft/recycled packaging and we feature beverages without corn syrup.
All our food is made on premise and cooked to order using 100% all natural and organic products.
Our goal was to create a place where you could eat with your family every day/week and feel comfortable doing so. From organic hot dogs and bacon from Dines to no hormone and no antibiotic beef in our burgers and chili.
Our Kids Hoppy Meal features organic fruit roll and a small bag of organic cookies along side of their choice of hot dog, slider or all natural chicken.
If you haven’t checked us out, feel free to stop by. We received a Best of Westchester 2008, a glowing review from the NYTimes and numerous social media accolades (yelp, urbanspoon etc). But only you can decide what you like, so give us a try, and then share your thoughts with your community.
I have a special fondness for Pour Mt. Kisco as that’s where I went to my first tweet up. Bellizzi is awesome, too. And, love going to Muscoot w/ my niece.
Next time, when you expand/add, you may want to do favorite shopping spots/stores/malls or maybe even great parks for kids.
Haven’t been to Bellizzi, but I look forward to going soon. Pour, on the other hand, I’ve been to a handful of times and I love Pour! It’s got ultra-chic energy, but is a totally unpretentious and understated. Anthony, the owner, is a super individual, and his friendly and open personality sets the tone for his place. The crowd there is always warm and fun and you’re bound to have quality interactions over some great food and a glass, or two of their wisely chosen wines.
I have been dying to try out both Bellizzi and Pour Cafe & Wine Bar – seems lots of people endorse them.
Thanks for the list – I always love a good tip on where to go/what to do. :)
I love Bellizzi too! So relieved to have a place to take friends who have kids with gluten sensitivities, and my favorite pizza for myself is the whole wheat crust with wild mushrooms.