Our holiday food issue is here
An Elephant at the Museum
Writing by Courtney Walker Artwork by Cameron Bly If you’re traveling anywhere near Somers, you’ve likely driven past the Elephant ...
Girl Dinners, Stupid Vampires and Talking Toys
Writing by Emma Richman Photography by Jennie Carr Meet Clara Barnickel who just started kindergarten at Bedford Hills Elementary. While ...
![We sat down with the legendary Jacques Pépin to discuss the Pépin Foundation’s groundbreaking work teaching cooking skills to prison inmates—a program that’s creating hope and second chances.
In this heartfelt and insightful interview, we also dive into:
💡 Leadership in the kitchen and what it means to lead with care.
❤️ Cooking as love—why preparing a meal is an act of kindness.
🥚 His personal tips for making the perfect eggs.
This is more than an interview—it’s a celebration of food, humanity, and the power of second chances.
📺 Don’t miss this inspiring conversation!
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Connect To Jacques Pépin: Learn from the Best Chefs
Connect to Jacques Pepin: Innovation vs Tradition
Connect To Jacques Pépin: Full Interview
Power and Control
Writing by Ava Fleisher Artwork by Justin Negard According to the CDC, one in four women and one in seven ...
A Day in Queens
Writing & Photography by Justin Negard It’s a hot day on Roosevelt Avenue. The midday sun beams between the slats ...
Connect To Jacques Pépin: Learn from the Best Chefs
Connect to Jacques Pepin: Innovation vs Tradition
Connect To Jacques Pépin: Full Interview
How to Master Small Talk
And look forward to networking events, holiday parties and more Writing by Susan Trumpbour Artwork by Joe Halperin Oh, the ...
Carving A New Life
By Gia Miller Photography by Justin Negard "I knew this guy,” is often the start of a great story. And ...
How to Make the Perfect Cup of Coffee
By Courtney Davis Walker Today, coffee is having a moment. Okay, let’s be real, coffee is always having a moment. Coffee ...
Miss Mona Makes Ice Cream
Writing by Kayla Schmidt Photography by Jonathan Baskin W ho doesn’t like ice cream? It can serve as a sweet ...
Captain Cooks Food
Writing by Kayla Schmidt Photography by Jonathan Baskin Perfectly enhancing the flavor of a dish so it can reach its ...
Food for Thought
By Ana Dorta Artwork by Justin Negard It’s Friday evening, and for the second time this week, the parents of ...
Yellow Studio
Sat, 11 Jan 04:00 PM
Join us for the opening reception of "Living Color," where three remarkable artists transform Yellow Studio Gallery into a dynamic…
The Bedford Playhouse
Tue, 21 Jan 07:00 PM
Steven Brill, The Death of Truth: How Social Media and the Internet Gave Snake Oil Salesmen and Demagogues the Weapons They…
The Performing Arts Center, Purchase College
Sun, 02 Feb 03:00 PM
Follow the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories’ enchanting adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Julia…
The Performing Arts Center, Purchase College
Fri, 14 Feb 08:00 PM
Spend Valentine’s Day with one of the world's great dance companies. Paul Taylor Dance Company has been pushing forth the…
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People Profiles
Our Local Influencers: McKenna Ryser
By Gia Miller Photography by Justin Negard Waiters/waitresses are the world’s oldest influencers – they tell us what to eat (and drink) whenever we dine out. And we often take their advice without watching hours of their videos to determine if they're trustworthy. We sat down with some of our local influencers to get to know the folks who influence ...
A Taste of Home
Writing by Gia Miller Photography by Justin Negard When sisters Joana and Meto Herrera took over Armonk’s Mariachi Mexico from their father in 2013, they had one main goal: it should look, taste and sound just like home. During the restaurant’s long-standing January break, they transformed the Tex-Mex favorite into something that reminded them of Tlaxcuapan, the small town in ...
Hat Trick
Writing by Aerin Atinsky Photography by Justin Negard “Hats are definitely back—from Alicia Keys to Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga, hats are back,” exclaims milliner Jackie Cicogna, a Somers resident. “We’re done with the COVID sweats; we’re ready to play dress up again. We are seeing the comeback a lot in Europe, and now the United States.” At the age ...
Life
5 Myths About Mindfulness Meditation with Dan Harris
Have you ever tried to meditate? Were you successful? Or did you stop and think “I must be doing something wrong,” because your whole world didn’t magically change? Or your mind wandered? Perhaps you felt silly or uncomfortable? There are a lot of myths surrounding meditation, so we sat down with Chappaqua resident Dan Harris, to dispel some of the ...
“Soul Deep” Self Care, Part 2
Creating a “soul deep” self-care routine Sure, bubble baths are great, but real self-care is a daily routine that improves the quality of your life If you read the previous article on the what and why of “soul deep” self-care, you’re ready to move on to the actual doing. If you haven’t, please read that one first – it’s quick, ...
Explore the World without Leaving Home
Writing by Josephine D'Ippolito Artwork by Cameron Bly https://connecttomag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/flags.jpg Who says you need a passport to have an international adventure? This summer or fall, embark on a global journey right in your own backyard. Westchester County offers vibrant festivals, delicious food and immersive cultural experiences from around the world. So pack your bags (or don’t, because we are staying local) ...
Bringing Charity Home
We proudly worked with local charities to bring attention to their well-deserved causes. Check out our day of glamour and fun.
Home & Garden
The Best Holiday Gifts for Your Pets (for Kids)
Writing by Sarah J. Cutler, VMD Artwork by Justin Negard It’s fun to shop for your pets, but sometimes the best gifts can be what you do for your pet. Making your own gifts or giving your pet the gift of your time are great ways to celebrate the holidays with them. Create gifts that help them explore Treasure hunts ...
Copia Home & Garden: How Technology Enhances the Customer Experience
We asked a variety of local businesses the following question: “Our new website, Flora to You, helps our customers find exactly what they need.” – Jenn Cipriano, owner of Copia Home & Garden in South Salem I We have owned Copia Home & Garden for over a decade, and last year, we launched a new website, Flora to You. It ...
When it comes to gardening, think natural tech before high tech
Writing by Leslie Dock Photography by Julia Lea This summer was a hot one, punctuated by periods of drought and deluges of rain. When conditions lean toward the extreme, there are a host of challenges and concerns for gardeners. Luckily, it’s 2024 and technological developments in garden care abound. Whether you are new to plant care or a leather-necked vet, ...
Cooking & Cocktails
Zen Merge
Hewins developed this cocktail for his wife Maria Elena, using her favorite flavors. Serves two. 3 oz. white agave syrup 3 oz. mixture of fresh lemon and lime juice 6 oz. vodka 2 two-inch pieces of cucumber, peeled and chopped 15-20 fresh mint leaves 2 slender spears of peeled cucumber 2 mint sprigs In a shaker, muddle the chopped cucumber ...
From Truck to Table
Writing by Ava Fleisher Photography by Justin Negard Envision, if you will, a hot summer day amidst the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in June 2020. With the sun beaming down on the parking lot of Northern Westchester Hospital, healthcare workers flocked to a trailer where free lunches were served by Jason Charles and his family, who own what is ...
Connecting at the Bar: Shake it Up
Writing by Cathy Deutsch Photography by Justin Negard Dust off your martini shaker, fire up your ice maker and join the latest trend in libations: cocktails. But please don’t settle for just any cocktail, try the ones featuring tequila and Bourbon – they’re the leaders of the pack in our neck of the woods, according to local liquor stores and ...
Health & Wellness
The Basics of Meditation
Did you know that meditation can actually change the structure of the brain? According to researchers, it can enhance the part of your brain that governs learning and memory, and it can also promote emotional regulation and self-referential processing. That same study also found that regular meditation practice can decrease the number of cells in the part of the brain ...
Holiday Mood Boosters
Along with the holiday coping tips article in the November/December print edition, below are a handful of mood boosters you can use during the holiday season or anytime you need a little boost. MORNING Slow Breaths When you first open your eyes, slowly inhale through your nose for five seconds, then slowly exhale through your mouth for four seconds. Repeat ...
Power and Control
Writing by Ava Fleisher Artwork by Justin Negard According to the CDC, one in four women and one in seven men will face domestic violence of some kind in their lifetime. But what is domestic violence? The National Domestic Violence Hotline (The Hotline) defines it as “a pattern of behaviors used by one partner to maintain power and control over ...
Events
Hey Harvest Fest, Blues Traveler Would Like Some Pita Chips, Please
When The Pound Ridge Partnership asked us if we’d like to interview Blues Traveler guitarist Chandler Kinchla (who goes by Chan), we said yes, of course. But what can you ask a band who has no secrets? In true Katonah Connect style, we created a dozen unconventional questions, and Chan happily played along. Forty minutes later, we’d covered everything from ...
Caramoor’s sensory-friendly Reggie Harris concert
Is there a person in your life (child or adult) who is neurodiverse, has sensory sensitivities and/or simply can’t sit still when the music moves them? If so, you probably avoid taking them to concerts, events or other loud/crowded places, but you wish you could. Everyone should experience the power of live music, right? Thankfully, Caramoor sees you, and they’re ...
Back to the 80s
I did it again – I went out! And I had a blast! My former middle school put on a show called “Back to the 80s.” I’d never heard of it, but I do love vintage Madonna. Plus, I knew some of my former castmates would want to see what John Jay Middle School is up to these days and ...
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