Gina Valentino, Author at Westchester Magazine

Beauty & Shopping

Here Are 11 Stellar Pre-Black Friday Deals in Westchester

We round up where to go shopping in Westchester County to snag the choicest Black Friday weekend deals from big-name brands.

Eat & Drink

The Pumpkin-Flavored Foods to Try in Westchester This Fall

Why stop at a pumpkin spice latte when you can pair it with ice cream, donuts, and even ravioli in Westchester County?

Eat & Drink

9 Apple-Flavored Fall Foods to Savor in Westchester

From fritters and pies to salads, savory scones, and cider donuts, the beloved apple lends its seasonal charm to our favorite fall foods.

Eat & Drink

6 Melty and Sweet S’mores-Themed Desserts to Try in Westchester

As summer enters the homestretch, we’re celebrating sweet endings with decadent, ooey-gooey desserts across Westchester County.

Things to Do

Where to Go Camping in and Around Westchester

From top camping sites in Westchester and beyond to the essentials you need for an overnight outdoors, this guide has it all.

Design & Garden

7 Landscaping Tips to Design a Gorgeous Westchester Garden

Jan Johnsen, author of Floratopia: Flower Garden Ideas for Yard, Patio, or Balcony, shares tips on how to create the perfect garden.

Design & Garden

How to Winterize Your Westchester Home Decor This Season

Local experts share how to prepare your house for the colder months ahead so it's cozy as can be even on the chilliest of evenings.

Things to Do

Your Official Winter Sporting Guide for Westchester County

Looking for local spots to go sledding, skiing, or snowshoeing? Here's where to head for winter sports of all sorts around the 914.

Beauty & Shopping

These History Books With Westchester Ties Are True Page-Turners

Explore these riveting books for a range of ages that touch upon meaningful moments in history in Westchester and beyond.

Design & Garden

This Fall Floral Arrangement Will Warm Your Westchester Home

Bursting with autumnal hues, this arrangement will liven up any gathering. Craft your own rendition with tips from the designer herself, Penny Karvounis, of her eponymous floral design studio based in Mount Kisco.

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