Magazines serving the communities of Northern Westchester
By Jean Sheff
Massage. Just saying the word can inspire rest and relaxation. The benefits of this therapeutic technique go well beyond what might be considered hedonistic indulgence.
After speaking to several experts in the field, we’ve found that massage can be an effective remedy for everything from muscle pain to insomnia to mental well being.
By Pamela Brown • Photos by Isabel Greenberg
The First Congregational Church of Chappaqua (FCC) is proud to honor its 100-year anniversary with a yearlong Centennial Celebration in 2012. “I’m very excited about our centennial. We’re planning a wonderful set of events that will take a look at our past and there will be fun, enjoyable activities for all ages,” said Reverend Tom Lenhart
By Lyndsay Hand
“Real Housewives,” it isn’t.
In contrast to the “cat fighting” that Bravo has been broadcasting in recent years, this new pilot illustrates family-oriented, committed, hard-working women–the Working Wives of Westchester. And featured on the show is one of Chappaqua’s own: Alyssa Dweck, MD.
Carine’s Chocolate Cheesecake
Sure to be a favorite if you are a chocolate lover (like me!). Make it the day before serving so it can chill overnight, so that the great milk chocolate flavour develops.
Crust:
1/3 cup butter, melted
1 1/4 cups chocolate wafer crumbs
Filling:
3 packages (8 oz. each) cream cheese, softened
1 can sweetened condensed milk (Eagle Brand, 300ml)
8 squares semi-sweet chocolate, melted
4 eggs
2 teaspoons vanillaCombine butter and chocolate wafer crumbs. Press into the bottom of a 9″ springform pan.Filling: In a large mixer bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Add sweetened condensed milk and beat until smooth. Add chocolate, eggs and vanilla and mix well. Pour over crust. Bake for 1 hour and 5 minutes at 300 degrees F. Cool to room temperature and then chill until serving.
