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🍝 A Celebrity Chef Pulls Up to DeCicco’s in Sleepy Hollow This Week

Plus Chicago and Bert Kreischer take The Cap stage, the Westchester Knicks’ home opener in White Plains, and a 1923 Edgemont Colonial under $1.6m

November 10, 2026

Hello, Westchester!

 
We took to the (not so open) road this weekend, braving the short but daunting stretch of the Cross Island Parkway to the Long Island Expressway to support Rye (boys soccer) in their regional playoff matchup against Locust Valley. Some amazing plays from Locust Valley’s striker and goalkeeper were enough to hand Rye just their first loss of the season (2-0), one in which they’d climbed to #1 in the New York State ranks.
 
A few of the Westchester boys teams continue their march to state greatness, with Mamaroneck, Briarcliff, and North Salem playing state semi-final matchups later this week. On the girls side, Rye (ranked #1 in NYS, #11 nationally) is still alive, as are Pleasantville and Briarcliff… with the latter two on a Class B championship collision course should they win their semi-final matches. Best of luck to all of those teams still in the hunt!
 
The clear standout of the Long Island trip, however, came far from the pitch by way of the most incredible McDonald’s we’ve ever seen. Here it is in all its glory in New Hyde Park…

Speaking first-hand, the initial shock and surprise of seeing this building out in the wild eventually gives way to an odd, disappointing feeling of wondering what that building was and should be… one that a milkshake doesn’t wash away. Anyway…
 
…let’s talk about this week closer to home!
 
The weekday calendar is absolutely packed, giving you plenty of options to plan around the Wednesday Veterans Day holiday. Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Chicago and internationally touring comedian Bert Kreischer take the stage at The Cap, while Giada De Laurentiis visits DeCicco & Sons in Sleepy Hollow for tastings of her pasta line Giadzy and to sign books for fans. Add those to a pickleball social at Skyline Cross Court and a screening of an ‘80s classic, The NeverEnding Story, and it’s a November week with something for everyone. Get out there and enjoy it!
 

 
📍 Know Your County… with The Capitol Theatre!
 

Last week we asked… out of Goosefeather, Brothers Fish & Chips, Dubrovnik, and Red Horse by David Burke, which Westchester culinary staple (and Hudson Valley Restaurant Week participant) has received Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition?
 
The answer is… Dubrovnik!
 
The highly-rated New Rochelle Mediterranean spot most recently received the Bib Gourmand recognition in 2023, a distinction that celebrates “exceptional food at great value.” You can check out their three-course prix-fixe menu for Restaurant Week right here. Goosefeather was the most popular answer with 43% of you picking Chef Dale Talde’s hotspot, while 23% of you had the correct answer in Dubrovnik. Well done to those who had it nailed and let’s keep going!
 
High society is officially back. The Gilded Age returned to HBO for its fourth season which premiered on November 1st. Westchester has featured heavily in the production of the Emmy Award-winning show, with some of our grander local landmarks doubling as 1880s Manhattan…
 

But which of the following famous Westchester landmarks has NOT been used as a filming location for HBO’s The Gilded Age?

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Good luck!
 

 
In today’s edition:

Plus, a message from QueenBHive, giving you, your business, or brand the visibility and support it needs, and QueenBPoker, hosting your epic game night

 

Now let’s get to it!

💓 The Pulse

Loving Westchester’s Featured Events!

🎸 Chicago
Tue., Nov. 10 | The Capitol Theatre, Port Chester | 8p | $121.25+
The Rock and Roll Hall of Famers, one of the highest-selling acts of all time, and self-described “rock and roll band with horns,” Chicago visits Port Chester for one night only.
Hear ‘25 or 6 to 4’ and ‘Saturday in the Park’ live, one night only →
 
🍝 Giada De Laurentiis Book Signing
Wed., Nov. 11 | DeCicco & Sons, Sleepy Hollow | 2p-4p | Book purchase required for signing
World-renowned chef and bestselling author Giada De Laurentiis visits DeCicco & Sons in Sleepy Hollow to celebrate the launch of her Giadzy pasta brand with tastings and a book signing.
Meet the Food Network star, taste her new pasta, and leave with a signed book →
 
🎤 Bert Kreischer
Thu., Nov. 12 | The Capitol Theatre, Port Chester | 7p | $59.85+
“The Machine” brings his international Permission to Party tour to Port Chester.
See why Rolling Stone once named him the “top partyer at the Number One Party School in the country” →

 

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📆 What’s Happening?

Family Fun!

🍽️ Hudson Valley Restaurant Week
Now-Sun., Nov. 16 | Participating restaurants across the Hudson Valley | Prix-fixe menus
Two weeks of prix-fixe dining across the region, running Nov. 2-16. Restaurants offer set menus at brunch ($24.95-$29.95), lunch ($24.95-$39.95), and dinner ($29.95-$44.95).

⚡ Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience
Check for date / time availability | FDR State Park, Yorktown Heights | $37.90+ (Children under 3 enter free)
Making its Westchester return after four years, a 60-90 minute illuminated woodland trail with creatures and scenes from Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts, interactive wand spell-casting, and a Patronus-summoning experience.
 
🎞 The NeverEnding Story
Tue., Nov. 10 | Mamaroneck Cinemas | 7p | $16
A-Sides with Jon Chattman and LMC Media Center present a Video Vault screening of the 1984 fantasy classic, The NeverEnding Story.
 
👨‍🍳 Fiddleheads Family Cooking Class
Wed., Nov. 11 | Fiddleheads Cooking Studio, Yorktown Heights | 10:30a-12p | $45 per participant
A family cooking class where kids ages 3-18 make two dishes start to finish, with simpler tasks for younger children and independent work for teens. Adults required for children 5 and under.
 
🇺🇸 Nest & Nook Veterans Day Play Pass
Wed., Nov. 11 | nest & nook, 603 Columbus Avenue, 2nd Floor, Thornwood | 10a-12p | $55
A morning of play with scheduled activities: Little Hands Workout Club, a salt-dough sensory activity with The Cozy Oven Home Bakery, a music class with Rock’n’Rascalz, and storytime with local children’s book author Eleanor Gisondi. The ticket includes all activities, take-home coloring sheets, and a slice of cookie cake.
 
📖 Farm-to-Fable
Thu., Nov. 12 | Hilltop Hanover Farm, Yorktown Heights | 10a-11a | Pay what you want
A pre-K story time (ages 3-6) pairing storytelling with hands-on farm activities, in the Classroom. Registration required.
 
🥟 Girl Scout Squishy Dumpling Making
Fri., Nov. 13 | Shake It Off, Scarsdale | 4:45p-5:45p | $35
Girl Scouts make and decorate a take-home squishy dumpling and earn an exclusive patch. Ages 5-10 (Daisies, Brownies, Juniors). Drop-off or stay. Socks required.
 
🏀 Westchester Knicks Home Opener vs. Greensboro Swarm
Sat., Nov. 14 | Westchester County Center, White Plains | 3p | $20.95+
The Westchester Knicks open their 2026-27 NBA G League season against the Greensboro Swarm.

 

 

Grown Ups & Date Nights

😂 Westchester Comedy Club
Thu., Nov. 12 | Rye Grill & Bar, Rye | 7p | $25 cover + $20 food & drink minimum
A night of stand-up comedy in downtown Rye with Sheba Mason, Chris Monty, Josh Snyder, Frank Favia, and Ben Rosenfeld.
 
🍪 Eat, Drink and Decorate!
Thu., Nov. 12 | Muscoot Farm, Katonah | 6p-8:30p | $35
Cookie-decorating tips and tricks with Caitlin of CM Cookies, plus seasonal Muscoot mocktails and snacks. Ages 18+, limited to 30, preregistration required.
 
🎾 The Social Dink
Thu., Nov. 12 | Skyline Cross Court, 16 Skyline Dr., Hawthorne | 7p-9p | $20 members, $22 non-members
A monthly pickleball social for young adults in their 20s and 30s, split half on-court and half socializing, with games, music, and prizes. No partner needed.
 
🪔 Diwali Dinner: An Evening of Community, Culture & Celebration
Thu., Nov. 12 | Shake It Off, Scarsdale | 7p-10:30p | $55
A Diwali celebration hosted by Mayura Dance Academy and Mumbai Katta, with dinner by Anita of Mumbai Katta, a mini dance tutorial, festive crafts, and a DJ Bobby dance party.
 
🎸 Big Head Todd and the Monsters
Thu., Nov. 12 | Paramount Hudson Valley Theater, Peekskill | 8p | $56.50+
The Colorado quartet behind “Sister Sweetly,” a 35-time Red Rocks headliner, plays an intimate Peekskill date on their winter tour.
 
🎸 Samantha Fish: Paper Doll Live World Tour
Thu., Nov. 12 | Tarrytown Music Hall, Tarrytown | 8p | $47.50+
The two-time Grammy-nominated blues guitarist, a Kansas Music Hall of Fame inductee with nine Billboard Blues-charting albums, brings her Paper Doll tour to Tarrytown.
 
🍴 Family Feud: 3-Course Dinner Party & Live Gameshow
Sat., Nov. 14 | Red Horse by David Burke, White Plains | 6p-9p | $570/team of 6, $95/individual
A social three-course dinner-party experience built around a live Family Feud gameshow, with prizes. Play in teams of six or buy an individual seat and be placed on a team. Watch or compete.
 
🎶 Songwright: Westchester Songwriters’ Circle
Sat., Nov. 14 | Bethany Arts Community, Ossining | 8p-9:30p | $20+
A Nashville-style songwriters’ circle with Kierstin Gray, Natalie Wilson, Alex Cano, Tim Robinson, and Siobhan O’Malley. Presented by Heart & Beat Music.
 
🏺 Hudson River Potters Holiday Show & Sale
Sat.-Sun., Nov. 14-15 | Bethany Arts Community, Ossining | Sat. 10a-5p, Sun. 10a-4p | Free
A holiday show and sale featuring the work of 12 potters and ceramicists.

 

 

🃏 Game nights are having a moment in Westchester…

 
…and if you've ever wanted to host a poker or casino night without the stress of figuring out the rules or rounding up chips, QueenBPoker is the answer. They come to your home, venue, or office, and handle everything you may need from teaching the table to running the night. Casual, corporate, charity. No experience needed, just people who want a good time.
 
Plan your game night →

 

😂 Natasha Leggero
Thu.-Sat., Nov. 12-14 | West Nyack Levity Live, West Nyack | Multiple showtimes | $31.14
The actress, writer, and stand-up (Another Period, Netflix’s The Honeymoon Stand Up Special) plays five shows: Thu. 7:30p, Fri. 7p and 9:15p, Sat. 6:30p and 9p.
 
🎅 The Polar Express
Select dates Nov. 13-Dec. 30 | Catskill Mountain Railroad, Westbrook Station, Kingston | Multiple departures | Off-peak $48 adult/$38 child, peak $58 adult/$48 child
A re-creation of the classic story aboard a real train to the “North Pole,” with hot chocolate and cookies served by dancing chefs, a reading of Chris Van Allsburg’s book, caroling, and a visit from Santa. Each guest takes home a silver sleigh bell. Pajamas encouraged.
 
🎤 Swiftie Dance Party Under the Dome!
Sat., Nov. 14 | Stamford Museum & Nature Center, Astronomy Center & Planetarium, Stamford, CT | 8:30p | $20+
The planetarium becomes a full-dome dance floor with Taylor Swift’s greatest hits and lasers, plus Taylor-themed photo ops in the lounge. All ages.

 

 
🏡 Where the Heart Is

Incredible homes are listed in Westchester every week. Here’s one that caught our eye

 

The Key Details: 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,318 square feet on an 8,712-square-foot lot ($481 / square foot)
 
What We Love About It: A 1923 Old Edgemont Colonial with the big updates already behind it. The owners have added Mitsubishi mini-split heat pumps throughout, 400-amp electrical service, and a new oil boiler, and updated wiring. The charm is still here too, with a wood-burning fireplace, a sunroom with windows on three sides, and the dining room’s original built-in corner cabinets. Five bedrooms across the upper two floors, plus a finished lower level, give everyone room. Out back, the level yard has a deck, a stone patio, and new fencing. It sits on a quiet street about a half mile from Scarsdale Village shops, restaurants, and the Metro-North station, with Edgemont schools nearby (Seely Place at 9/10, Edgemont Junior Senior High at 8/10).
 

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See you out there!