From award-winning restaurants and delis to local town rankings and abandoned castles, we have plenty to reflect on in Westchester County. Here are the top stories of 2024 that you found most intriguing or, as we like to call it, your Westchester Wrapped.
10. Look Around the Abandoned Abercrombie Castle
Take a look around this now-abandoned castle, which was owned by David Abercrombie of Abercrombie & Fitch. The 25-room, medieval, Scottish-style castle has been on the market since 2017.
9. 10 Lobster Rolls in Westchester for Serious Summer Flavor
There are two things Westchester residents crave once summer rolls around: a sunny beach day and a buttery lobster roll. Bookmark this link for when the time comes.
8. The Top Pizzas in Westchester County by Style
Now, there’s one thing Westchester residents crave year-round, and that’s a standout slice of pizza. From thick but airy Sicilian hunks to charred and toasty wood-fired rounds, crispy bar pies, and traditional triangular New-York-style slices, these are the pies to try in Westchester.
7. The Best Places to Live in Westchester in 2024
Every year we strive to bring you a thoughtful and comprehensive list of the best places to live in Westchester. While there is a degree of subjectivity to this endeavor, we do rely on experts and data — plus our own expertise — to point us in the right direction. Did your town make the list?
6. These French Bistros Delight With Fine Dining in Westchester
Looking back, 2024 may have been the year of French dining here in the county. Whether you’re in the mood for a quick ham and cheese crêpe, weeknight coq au vin, or an elevated tasting menu worthy of a Michelin star, you’ll find it in Westchester.
These French Bistros Delight With Fine Dining in Westchester
5. Cooking Classes in Westchester County
Whether you’re a pro in the kitchen or still working on your skills, these cooking classes will be perfect for you. From learning how to cook a steak dinner to croissants, there are plenty of options.
These Cooking Classes Are Hot Tickets for Westchester Foodies
4. Top 36 Restaurants in Westchester County
If you ever need a restaurant recommendation in Westchester, bookmark this page. These 36 venues — assiduously curated by veteran food editors and writers to be both diverse and far-reaching — truly represent the crème de la crème of epicurean excellence in the 914.
3. The Best Winter Farmers’ Market
Local farmers’ markets are stocked with fresh, local goods by the dozen. Fresh produce and locally-sourced eats don’t hibernate in the winter months, so be sure to check out these up and running markets in our county.
2. Waterside Dining in Westchester
When the sun is shining in Westchester County, there’s nothing better than grabbing a bite to eat along the water. While there are a handful of colder months on the horizon, browse these restaurants so you’re in the know come spring.
Head to These Restaurants for Waterside Dining in Westchester
1. Can’t-Miss Restaurants Opening in Westchester in 2024
Each year, Westchester welcomes a handful of new eateries. Earlier this year, we saw everything from a British pub to a Vietnamese noodle bar open shop throughout the county. We’re looking forward to checking out the new restaurants opening in 2025!
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