North of the Noise Issue 2

Westchester Dining News & Real Estate

A monthly newsletter serving up the latest in Westchester dining and real estate—curated by a foodie and former Westchester Magazine editor turned realtor. Each issue dishes on what’s new in the county dining scene with the best bites, new spots, and neighborhood eats. It’s your insider guide to living and dining well, north of the noise.

Supper, Sound, and Style in Mount Kisco

A wave of sophistication has arrived in Mount Kisco with the debut of Goodhouse Social Club, a tri‑level social club and supper destination in the space that formerly housed Winston’s. Spearheaded by Executive Chef Gabriel Sorgi, the restaurant delivers a seasonally driven menu that balances familiarity with refined creativity—expect dishes like pork belly and cockles, Atlantic halibut with caviar and butter sauce, and a crispy chicken sandwich with Asian slaw and Gochujang sauce. Complementing the culinary lineup is a cocktail program that  blends vintage-inspired recipes with modern twists (think a lavender limoncello spritz and a burnt sugar cardamom old fashioned). Desserts are not an afterthought here like at many restaurants; the sweet summer lineup includes a Tuscan olive oil cake with taro gelato and a tropical sundae with mango gelato, passion fruit sorbet, salted coconut crumb, caramelized pineapple, and rum anglaise──mama look out…

Beyond the kitchen and bar, Goodhouse pulses with cultural energy: a supper club hosting live music, comedy, DJs, and more; an all-season rooftop bar; a cozy listening room for intimate performances; and a sleek flex-work space for remote professionals. Membership tiers—Solo Act, Duet, The Band—unlock private event access, virtual clubhouse perks, and exclusive reservations. Whether you’re savoring scallops or sesame pork buns, networking in a rooftop nook, or grooving to a live set, Goodhouse is poised to reinvigorate Mount Kisco’s social scene.

Pictured: A brioche sesame seed bun cradles a juicy burger topped with shoyo onions and slathered with dijonnaise; a whirlwind of flavors combine in the scallop crudo including citrus, honey, fennel, chili, and mint; the rooftop deck bar connects two outdoor seating areas.

Photo Source: JBT

Where to Eat in Hawthorne: Catharsis Bar & Grill Debuts

La Casa de Nina has been rebranded to Catharsis Bar & Grill. Ownership is the same with Lino and Victoria Cacsire at the helm though son Joseph is now on board as GM. The restaurant has dual menus: Latin (Peruvian mainly) and Greek. Among the offerings are classic Hellenic fare such as dolmadakia (stuffed grape leaves), falafel, shrimp saganaki, gyro and souvlaki, and moussaka. On the Latin side: ceviche, red snapper, Peruvian fried rice, and lomo saltado. Lino Cacsire founded longstanding El Miski Peruvian restaurants in White Plains and Elmsford. Instagram for more info.

Pictured: Your choice of two sides comes with the half-roasted chicken; spinach pies stuffed with onion, blue cheese, crumbled feta, and of course, spinach

Photo Source: JBT

$1,300,000

175 Waccabuc Road, Goldens Bridge

Pending at $1.3M is the Brady House, a historic yellow Greek Revival mansion built in 1827 and a significant landmark in Northern Westchester County. Originally belonging to the Brady family who were prominent landowners and farmers in the area, the property (by 1880) encompassed more than seventeen hundred acres and was one of the largest dairy farms in the Hudson Valley.

The house boasts 15 rooms and features historical details like wood-beamed ceilings, seven hand-carved fireplaces, and a 1,776 sq. ft. game room with chestnut wide-plank floors. The original kitchen was transformed into an old English-style pub with fireplace and wine grotto. It has been restored to include modern amenities while preserving its old-world charm. The property covers 5.42 acres and is located in the Town of Lewisboro (my hood, represent). The house was reportedly put up for sale in late 2011 for $4.495 million per this article from Westchester Magazine.

Photos Source: Zillow

Listed at:

$1,079,000  9 Campfire Rd, Chappaqua