Style + Beauty

The Style List by @styleelyst

The Holiday Gift Edit Article by Ashley Cannon | Photography by Brand Imagery & Ashley Cannon As the holiday season approaches, the quest for thoughtful gifts begins. My carefully curated guide offers a selection of exceptional presents, each chosen to delight and impress even the most discerning recipient. From the stylish to the practical, the offerings cater to a variety of tastes and budgets, ensuring that every loved one receives a truly memorable gift.   MIU MIU  Featuring the ...

Local Services

A Culinary Enterprise

The Spice & Tea Exchange Article by Julia Braatz | Photography by Abby Cole The Spice & Tea Exchange in New Canaan, Connecticut is a culinary gift shop with a large arrangement of teas, spices, seasonings, sugars, salts, gifts, and more. There’s 125 exclusive products of fresh spices and fragrant teas, curated by both their in-house Spice Masters and within the company franchise.    The company specializes in hospitality and quality, as team members are eager to share new and exciting...

Professional Services

Cleanology’s Dynamic Duo: A Mother-Daughter Success Story

From Passion to Purpose in the Heart of Westchester and Beyond Article by Laura Sabia | Photography by Stelmaphoto In the heart of Westchester and Putnam Counties, as well as Fairfield County in Connecticut, there’s a cleaning service like no other—Cleanology. Owned and operated by the inspiring mother-daughter team, Paola and her daughter, Diana, this multigenerational, women-owned business has been providing impeccable residential and commercial cleaning services for over 25 years. Their...

Arts + Culture

From Humble Beginnings to Award-Winning Ciders

Thompson's Cider Mill’s Nearly 50-Year Legacy Article by Christina Weiss | Photography by Geoff Thompson For nearly five decades, Thompson's Cider Mill has been a beloved part of Westchester’s landscape. It all began in the early 1970s when founder Geoff Thompson first experienced the magic of freshly pressed apple cider. Growing up in Croton, Thompson had only ever tasted pasteurized, filtered apple juice. When he tried fresh cider for the first time, he recalls, “I was amazed by the...

Home + Design

Christine Wetzel, Interior Designer

Christine Wetzel Design, Tarrytown, New York Article by Sarah Bamford | Photography by Priyanka Rao Photography What sets you apart from other interior designers in Westchester? I like to think that I am approachable and easy to get along with—all characteristics that are super important when working in someone's home. I try to make the whole design/renovation process fun. I find immense joy in seeing every project come to a happy ending, no matter the scale. A new trend in design is removing...

Arts + Culture

Reshaping Space

A compelling exhibition at Heather Gaudio Fine Art featuring 7 artists and over fifteen works curated by Larry Ossei-Mensah Article by Greenwich Lifestyle | Photography by Katie Tuzman, Brook Road Photography Get ready Greenwich, this month's exhibition at Heather Gaudio Fine Art will reshape your thinking and give you pause to reconsider what you know, or think you know, about space. We are not talking about the cosmos or the final frontier, but space in the broader sense: internal, external...

Life + Culture

Embrace Daily Gratitude

Simple Practices to Cultivate a Grateful Mindset Article by Anna Barnes The holiday season is here, starting with Thanksgiving—a time when we're encouraged to reflect on all we’re grateful for. This practice is more than just tradition; it’s actually beneficial for our well-being. Studies show that practicing gratitude is linked to better health, sounder sleep, greater happiness and kinder actions toward others. Holiday gatherings offer the perfect opportunity to nurture gratitude, as we...

Real Estate

Siobhan Hammer Dolce

Associate Real Estate Broker, Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty Article by Sarah Bamford How did you get started in the Real Estate market? After getting married and welcoming my first child, I transitioned from working as a Prosecutor for Nassau County to residential real estate law in Manhattan. The move to selling real estate felt like a natural progression when I relocated to Westchester County, and I’ve been helping clients find their homes for the past 16 years.  What...

Arts + Culture

From Little Shop to Landmark

oHHo’s Journey to The Old Firehouse Article by Christina Weiss | Photography by Jenna Jones The launch of The Old Firehouse marks an exciting new chapter for oHHo, the wellness and lifestyle brand that has become a staple in the Bedford community. During the pandemic, oHHo’s founders moved to Bedford and, like many others, needed a space to work. They began by renting a small store on Court Road as their office, but this temporary solution quickly evolved into what became affectionately known...

Arts + Culture

Jasminia Otero & Christopher Rios

Owners at Westchester Murals Inc Article by Sarah Bamford How did Westchester Murals start?  We have been working in Westchester since 2015 but have officially launched Westchester Murals in 2024 with our partner, Daniel Giuntini. We have completed murals in many residential homes for baby rooms, basements, bedrooms, dining rooms, garages, and more. We’ve also completed many commercial projects in gyms, restaurants, offices, etc. One of our largest murals is at the JFK Marina in Yonkers...