Home Services

Many Hats? Or Specialized Experts? The Choice Is Clear

Quick SummaryRockman Windows & Doors argues that builders and architects shouldn’t settle for “one person wearing many hats” when it comes to windows and doors. Instead of generalists who juggle sales, estimating, and project management, Rockman uses dedicated specialists for each role, resulting in higher quality, greater efficiency, and more reliable outcomes for luxury new construction in the Tri-State Area.Don’t Settle For “One Man, Many Hats” With Your Window And Door CompanyRockman Has...

Shopping

Closet Investments That Actually Pay You Back.

Timeless pieces I recommend to help you look pulled together, spend smarter, and get dressed with less stress every day Article by Tanya Meyers - Fashion Stylist @mode_t_ “Investment pieces” means different things to everyone. For me, it’s any piece you buy on purpose because you know you’ll wear it on repeat, and it makes the rest of your closet easier to use. That’s the real point, less stress, more outfits, and more wear out of what you already own. What makes something feel like an...

Life + Culture

Carola Lovering: Writing What We’re Afraid to Say

From Upper Westchester to Hollywood, the bestselling author reflects on love, vulnerability, and the stories that refuse to let us look away Article by Laura Sabia | Photography by Brook Road Photography Before the television adaptation, before the Calvin Klein campaign, before  Tell Me Lies  became a cultural obsession dissected across TikTok and late-night group texts, there was a girl growing up in Upper Westchester, spending summer days at the country club and watching boats drift across...

Travel

Where History Meets the Tuscan Sky

A medieval villa-turned-hotel in the rolling hills south of Florence, where sweeping views of red-tiled rooftops and ancient gardens make every moment feel extraordinary. Article by Laura Sabia | Photography by Hotel Torre di Bellosguardo Set high on the verdant Bellosguardo hill, just a short drive from Florence’s historic center, Hotel Torre di Bellosguardo lives up to its name: the  Tower of the Beautiful View . Perched above the Arno Valley and its terracotta-roofed skyline, this...

Local Services

Where Hope Meets Color

Westchester artists create joyful mural for Make-A-Wish’s 40th anniversary Article by Laura Sabia | Photography by Dante Pierre Photography For forty years, Make-A-Wish Hudson Valley has quietly and powerfully changed lives across the region. Since its charter in 1986, the Tarrytown-based chapter has granted more than 3,400 wishes to children facing critical illness, each one a moment of light, strength, and possibility during unimaginably difficult times. This year, as the organization...

Home Services

What You Should Know About Aluminum Doors BEFORE You Buy

Quick SummaryRockman Windows & Doors supplies luxury, built-to-order aluminum doors to architects, builders, and homeowners in Cold Spring, NY and greater Westchester County, NY. This blog walks you through key decisions—like frame profiles, glass packages, thermal breaks, and hardware—so your new doors deliver the clean lines you love.Thermally-Broken Aluminum Doors For Your Westchester Home: What To KnowUnderstand How Aluminum Door DesignImpacts Comfort, Durability, And...

Food + Beverage

The Fête Philosophy

La Maison Fête Is Redefining Entertaining Through Intention, Beauty, and Meaningful Connection Article by Dana Cifone In a time when entertaining has shifted away from spectacle and toward something far more meaningful, La Maison Fête has quietly become a beacon for those who believe gathering is an art form. Part event design studio, part curated retail shop, the Bedford-based brand, founded by partners Deanna Marano and Brett Cameron,   is redefining how the area hosts, with warmth...

Food + Beverage

A Simple Slice of Ireland at Home

A modern Irish soda bread for effortless March hosting Article by Laura Sabia There’s something grounding about baking in March. The quiet shift toward spring, the return of light, and the comfort of gathering at home. This modern take on classic Irish soda bread is intentionally simple, rustic, and unfussy. No yeast, no waiting and just honest ingredients that come together into a beautiful loaf meant to be sliced, buttered, and shared. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any cozy weekend...

Food + Beverage

At Home with Chef Paul

The Private Chef Redefining Entertaining in Upper Westchester Article by Dana Cifone DC: What first drew you to cooking professionally, and how did your path eventually lead you to becoming a private chef? PG: I fell in love with cooking at a young age, starting out in catering halls in the Bronx before moving on to high-end restaurants in Manhattan. While those kitchens shaped my technique, I was always drawn back to catering, I loved customizing people’s experiences, creating menus around...

Food + Beverage

Recipes for Game Day

Score big on Super Bowl Sunday with these winning recipes from Feast and Merriment. Article and Photography by Chrissy Collins The Super Bowl is about four things: football, friends, family, and food. And what’s better than that?! When you’re hosting, the goal is to keep things easy—mixing hot and cold dishes so you’re not stuck in the kitchen, and prepping ahead so the day feels relaxed and fun rather than rushed. When planning, focus on bold flavors, good contrast, and dishes that hold up...