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VOL.1 NO.6
BRUNCH BASH
CHAMPAGNE & FUN UNDER THE SUN
SEASIDE WEDDINGS
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FEATURES
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In this Issue
EVENTS
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Jason Derulo Rocks
"Hamptons Live"
VH1 Save the Music Event open to public
DINING & COCKTAILS
22
Brunch Bash
Where to find champagne and fun
served under the South Fork sun
WEDDINGS
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Happily Ever Island
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Watermill Center
An East End Arts Incubator Open To Everyone
FASHION
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Full Spectrum Style
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Men's Styles
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Home Goods
34
Shopping Interview
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Women's Styles
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Layered Luxury
22
From cottage to chateau, four local hotspots
to decorate any Hamptons home
Copious Row in Sag Harbor
Fashion Editor's Summer Picks
A style guide to the hottest in outerwear trends
LOCAL
40
Hamptons Spotlight Interview
Kathleen King, founder of Tate's Bake Shop
CULTURE
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Fashion Editor's Summer Picks
Artist Spotlight Interview
Terry Elkins
HIDDEN GEMS
46
Leiber Collection
Beautiful art, handbags, and gardens
courtesy of an eminent Hamptons couple
SPOTLIGHT ON
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Amagansett
Where to eat, What to do and Where to drink
CALENDERS
52
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LIVE LIKE A
Local
It
would be impossible for me to count the ways in which I am
lucky. But if I were to make a list, my best friend Kiersten would
float to the top. We found each other poolside at a swim team meet
almost 20 years ago. Since then, a series of coincidences, interests,
and travels have bonded us as something closer to sisters.
I’d say the best chapters in our story take place in Montauk, where
her family also spends the summers. Over the years we’ve shared
a number of sunburns and even greater number of margaritas.
Montauk has been our band camp. "One time at band camp, we..."
built bon fires, hooked fluke, and partied with the Billabong surf
photo by lovis ostenrik
team.
This past June Kiersten’s sister, Courtney Turnbull, married
her highschool sweetheart, Ryan Holgan. I had the joy and envy of
attending their picturesque Hamptons wedding. The couple scoured
East End locations, ranging from The Bourne Mansion to the
newly renovated Gurney’s Inn, until they were swept away by the
backyard at Sole East.
If you are looking to avoid a generic venue and paint your
wedding from the ground up, Sole East is the place to do it. Their
bleach white 200 person tent was any wedding planner’s dream
canvas. The Turnbull’s brought it to life with blush peonies and
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silver chargers. Steak was served family style alongside—none-other
than—a perfectly prepared Montauk striped bass while the dessert
table featured a delicate cake from Sag Harbor Bakery. Sparklers
lit the afterparty, where an open fire pit warmed marshmallows for
s’mores, and colorful Mexican blankets warmed our bare shoulders.
In this issue, you can grab some pointers on where to build your
perfect Hamptons wedding, or find the spot for a boozy brunch with
your best friend. We are also sharing the ins and outs of Amagansett,
and cater to the sweet tooth in us all with a profile on Tate’s Bake
Shop.
I’d say this issue is best enjoyed with a cookie and a friend. Enjoy
it, and enjoy August!
Cheers,
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the watermill center ’s eight-and-a-half acres of beautifully landscaped grounds
will be open for the public to freely experience site-specific installations and
performances interspersed amongst outdoor sculptures and artifacts, providing
a unique opportunity for the hamptons community to meet artists from over 27
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countries all participating in the watermill center ’s international summer program.
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HAMPTONS MONTHLY
IN THIS ISSUE
's Montauk
ub at Gurney
The Beach Cl
every drop of
Wolffer Rosé,
each farm
stand peach,
the tickle of the
ocean breeze
Tate's Bake Shop
Wedding at Gurney's Resort
A
ugust in the Hamptons is the true peak of
summer, when the berries and peaches
and corn are at their sweetest, the day’s
warmth lingers well into the evening, and the
frenzied excitement of the June crowds transforms
into a more subdued stream of seasoned beachgoers.
August brings with it many blessings, but also a
bittersweet sense of urgency to soak up the last of
summer before September sets in. To help you make
the most of your last summer month, our August
issue is full of must-dos before the end of your East
End visit, in a summer bucket list of sorts.
As you stock up for your beach house or pick
up treasures to bring back to the city, our Home
Goods guide has a full run-down on the best of
the Hamptons’ interior decorating hot spots. From
deck chairs to beachy bedding to smart kitchenware
for entertaining, the Hamptons are host to several
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veterans in the market, who have stocked summer
homes for decades and know exactly what Hamptons
visitors and homeowners are looking for.
In fashion, we’ve compiled the best Outerwear
Options for her, for those stormy August days or
chilly summer evenings, and a Pattern Play guide
for him, with the peppiest prints for swim trunks and
shirts alike. Our Men’s Shopping Feature focuses
on Full Spectrum Style, featuring boutiques that
run the gamut of summer fashion from beachwear
to more formal evening attire. A profile of Copious
Row highlights the newest arrival on the Sag
Harbor shopping scene.
If someone you know is looking to tie the knot,
our Weddings special feature is a must-read. The
stunning backdrops and quaint charm of Long
Island’s coastal areas make them an idyllic wedding
setting, and thousands of couples choose to host
their nuptials each year in the famous evening
light of the East End. Whether you’re looking for an
intimate affair at a historic landmark, or the beach
party of a lifetime, we’ve gathered the perfect Long
Island wedding venues.
Elkins, an internationally-renowned artist living
in Bridgehampton, who is an active citizen within
the communities behind the beautiful landscapes he
paints.
Your August summer social schedule may be filling
up, but our Special Feature on VH1’s “Hamptons
Live” Benefit provides the full rundown on this
not-to-miss event. For the best start to long, lazy
summer days, we’ve curated a list of Boozy Brunch
Spots from Southampton to Montauk.
Finally, our tour of the Hamptons villages pauses
in Amagansett, a lively town filled with delicious
restaurants, popular water holes, and beautiful
beaches. On your way out to neighboring Montauk,
we’ll tell you what to do, where to eat, and you might
even find yourself coming back for the rest of the
evening!
You can now taste their cookies around the
world, but Tate’s Bake Shop in Southampton
is still well worth a visit. In our continued search
of hidden hamptons gems, we explore the Leiber
Collection, a unique gallery of the Leiber’s art
and careers on display in the East End. We’ve
also cast our Artist Spotlight this month on Terry
Whatever you do this August, make sure you
enjoy every fleeting moment—every drop of Wolffer
Rosé, each farm stand peach, the tickle of the ocean
breeze. As you shake the remaining sand out of your
beach bag next month, we hope you’ll feel like you
did it all. Here’s to the final hurrah of summer—
thank you for sharing it with us!
Written by Alexandra Hanken
HAPPILY
ever
ISLAND
ICONIC LOCATION FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE DAY
From Montauk to Middle Island, Long Island's
breathtaking coastlines and rich history offer stunning
backdrops for your upcoming nuptials. Whether your
wedding is an intimate party or a grand gala, we've found
the perfect seaside locations for you.
Wedding with a View:
Wedding at Gurney's Resort
Photo Credit: Filip Wolak
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With panoramic Montauk ocean views, you can’t get married much closer to
the Atlantic than at 360 East at Montauk Downs. While the magnificent
beachfront is this venue’s main attraction, there are actually three different
options for ceremony and reception locations, including on Hither Hills Beach
itself, atop the infamous overlooking bluffs, or at the base of Hither Hills
Lighthouse, which also happens to be the oldest in New York State. This iconic
location can accommodate around 200-300 people depending on which on-site
or off-site location you select, and all venues are covered by their in-house
party planner, caterer, and all other vendors necessary for an evening of music
and celebration. The Montauk sunset, taken in from the patio overlooking
the golf course, is as beautiful as the nuptials themselves, and all the beauty
is easier to enjoy knowing every detail—from permits to party planning—is
completely taken care by an experienced and capable team. Although they’ve
done hundreds of weddings, their venues really provide a “blank canvas” for
each couple to customize, with the only constant factor being the magnificent
Montauk location and character they’ve become famous for. Your wedding
party and guests alike are sure to feel the relaxing nature of life at “The End,”
making it the perfect location to start your new beginning!
Sanctuary Chic:
When it comes to effortless luxury, Gurney’s Resort is the ultimate
location for a wedding that everyone is sure to enjoy. With the amenities
of an all-inclusive luxury resort, Gurney’s offers such a wide variety of
activities and offerings that your guests may never want to leave! A
true escape from the Hamptons’ hustle and bustle, the spa alone is
reason enough to make this the perfect wedding destination. After your
guests and wedding party soak in the saltwater pool, or enjoy horseback
riding, a group fitness class, fishing, or a sailing adventure, they can
enjoy the in-house accommodations throughout the wedding, provided
complimentary to the bride and groom and at a discounted rate for
guests. Your big day will be held beachside, with two breezy decks
available for more intimate affairs, or an indoor beachside banquet hall
for up to 220. Celebrate long after the sun goes down by a beach bonfire,
after a night spent worry-free thanks to a comprehensive wedding
package that includes wedding cake design, white glove service, and a
variety of other offerings from in-house vendors.
Gold Coast Elegance
In 1895, Cornelius Vanderbilt’s daughter married the Duke of
Marlborough at the Bourne Mansion, a beautiful private estate
located about halfway up Long Island’s Gold Coast. While the original
design has been updated in the last century, the exclusive luxury and
historic charm of the mansion remain, channeling a Great Gatsbyesque allure. The estate’s 205 acres overlook Great South Bay, and the
Mansion itself features 40-foot gilded ceilings, and great French doors
overlooking a columned courtyard. A variety of vendors are available
for selection to help make your night as magical as the venue, and the
Mansion will help you design a custom four-tiered cake large enough to
fill up the vaulted rooms! A capacity of over 400 makes this the perfect
location for large weddings, though smaller areas are customizable for
more intimate parties. We promise you’ll feel right at home, which is
always nice in a gorgeous seaside mansion!
Historic Charm
Brecknock Hall provides the ultimate historic backdrop for a Long
Island wedding, located at Greenport, the very tip of the North Fork,
easily accessible by ferries from Connecticut or Shelter Island. While
no overnight accommodations in the house are available, the wedding
package includes access to a bridal suite and groom salon, where the
happy couple can ready themselves to celebrate a love as enduring
as the building itself. Built in the 1850s and renovated in 2009, the
building is a local icon, and most couples choose to hold the ceremony
on the front lawn of the house. Several tenting options are available on
the lawn for 85 people seated, and the patio can hold up to 200 standing
. Since no in-house catering or vendors are available, couples are free
to choose from a variety of local caterers, or even choose a BYO option.
The photos you’ll take on a quiet nearby beach will be treasured forever,
as will the experience your guests will have in this charming iconic
location.
Written By Alexandra Hanken
Wedding at Gurney's Resort
Photo Credit: Filip Wolak
M
uch like in NYC, come summer,
many Hamptons spots frequented
for nightlife also provide parties that
function to provide evening-style fun, dancing,
and drinks—yet none during the daytime.
A prime example of this circumstance can be
found at the Capri Southampton, where the
Manhattan restaurant Beautique has installed
a seasonal satellite that serves familiar brunchstyle edibles on its menu, such as waffles,
pancakes, egg dishes, and salads—but once you
go make reservations, you’ll soon realize this
is a party-in-waiting and find that the minds
behind your happening weekend are those of
the internationally renowned brunch bash
specialists Day & Night. However, unlike the
overly boisterous champagne-spraying bouncefests produced during previous seasons, D&N
has adopted a more sedate take on their sunny
affairs. The fete is more of a rousing purr than a
raving roar, set upon the Capri’s pool, deck, and
courtyard—and the typically-lovely Day & Night
regulars (often white-wearing, Manhattanbased professionals) arrive to drink and groove
to mixes provided by a roster of veteran club DJs.
Table service is still the main way to gain entry,
and there are, as expected, some pricey bottles
to be bought—including the large format Dom
Perignon Luminous 6L ($25,000) and a Veuve
Clicquot parade ($2,750)—but don’t fret, as most
bottles of liquor are priced between $500-$1,000
(which, in the Hamptons, is very reasonable).
Make reservations at [email protected] or
by calling 212-201-1222. (281 County Rd 39A)
BRUNCH
BASH
Where to find
champagne and
fun served under
the South Fork sun
The Beach Club at Gurney's Montauk
Unfortunately for those who are renting
homes west of Amagansett, there isn’t much
more than the Beautique brunch when it comes
to close-by day parties to investigate—but this
should be no surprise to those who follow fun
into the Hamptons these days, as those in-theknow are well aware that Montauk has become
the East End’s main repository for good times.
One of the more active choices currently worth
considering is the happening Saturdays at
Gurney’s Montauk. A venue that has been in
business for decades, it spent the winter and
spring making heavy renovations that have led
to a more party-friendly atmosphere—adding
a new restaurant (Scarpetta, of the namesake
restaurant brand found in NYC, Las Vegas,
Beverly Hills, and Miami) and a new nightspot
(The Regent Cocktail Club, an extension of
the spot located in South Beach)—but as
for something brunch-like, it holds a weekly
afternoon affair taking place on Saturdays at
its beach club, appropriately named The Beach
Club at Gurney’s Montauk. Featuring DJs
and bands, the soiree is really more of a seaside
barbecue than a brunch—but as it takes place
on the shore of the Atlantic Ocean, its scenery
is unmatched. Tickets are $29, (add $19 for a
lobster to eat); call 631-668-2345 (x3200) or
email [email protected] to make
reservations. (32 Star Island Rd)
A more typical brunch party takes place
during weekends at the Montauk Yacht Club
on Sundays, planned by the DMK group. Led
by hospitality kings Daniel and Derek Koch,
this bash is the latest by the brother duo that
helped pave the way for these sort of Hamptons
afternoon affairs, as they (including when they
were part of Day & Night) have held similar
goings-on in previous years at Capri, Gurney’s,
1OAK Southampton and East Hampton Point.
It doesn’t actually happen within the digs of
the Montauk Yacht Club, but rather out on the
grounds, using a tremendous dockside tent on
the venue’s lawn, where there is plenty of room.
DJ Claudius Raphael serves as the resident
DJ, and there’s dedicated space for dancing.
Reservations are recommended (but walk-ins
are allowed if space permits). All should dress to
impress, and there will be a minimum purchase
to gain entry; place RSVPs online at MTK@
dmkentertainment.com. (290 Old Montauk
Hwy)
Meanwhile, another popular daytime affair
is back for the summer, at MTK Beach House.
There is food to buy and the ability for reserved
space exists, but this isn’t as much a classic
“brunch bash” as it is a casual party-by-thepool opportunity. As for the grub, there is a
bar/grill plus a cafe. There’s a lawn and lots of
space, with everything fenced in and hidden
from street view, so despite hanging out in busy
downtown Montauk, the event is its own private
world—and as per the norm, there’s no charge
to enter—just be sure to RSVP at thembh.com
before swinging by. (55 S Elmwood Ave)
Written By Ian Shapiro
VH1 SAVE THE MUSIC EVENT OPEN TO PUBLIC
Jason Derulo
ROCKS
"HAMPTONS LIVE"
VH1
Save The Music Foundation
heads east for the 2nd Annual
"Hamptons Live" August 8 at a private
residence in Sagaponack, starring superstar
R&B singer Jason Derulo as the event's
headliner. The ticketed event is open to the
public, and sets the stage for raising funds
for music in public schools across the country.
Following an exciting summer of events that
included the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Show
in which Gloria and Emilio Estefan performed
new song "America" with Brooklyn's Park Place
Community Middle School Chorus and the
August 1 Lollapalooza charity celebration in
Chicago with music by Zella Day, the VH1 Save
The Music Foundation is quickly approaching
20 years as a music advocate for children.
"Last year, my husband (Billy) and I
decided to help host the first VH1 Save The
Music Hamptons event," said Julie Macklowe,
Save The Music Foundation Board Member.
"My company, vbeaute, has had an ongoing
relationship with VH1 Save the Music since our
launch in 2011. I became involved as we both
share a passion for music-I actually played
trombone in marching band in a public high
school and understand the importance of this
organization. The first school programs to have
their funding cut are often the music programs,
and the Foundation’s initiatives help save these
by funding instruments in schools, and keeping
this important part of a curriculum in place."
Jason Derulo - Photo Credit: Brian Bowen Smith
VH1 Save The Music Foundation was founded
in 1997, a non-profit organization raising
awareness on music's essential value to a wellrounded education. Over 2 million children
have benefitted from the foundation's efforts,
with $51 million of new musical instruments
impacting over public schools in 100 cities
across the America. Co-hosted by VH1 Save the
Music Foundation Board Member Macklowe
and her husband Billy, as well as Charlie Walk
(EVP, Republic Records) and his wife Lauran,
"Hamptons Live" tickets are available for $500
and up, with tickets $1,000 and above including
instrument delivery to students. The 2014
event raised $350,000, with donations always
accepted by those who cannot attend events (all
tax-deductible donations).
Jason Derulo is a fitting headliner for the
summer soiree, selected to be a 2014 celebrity
ambassador to the foundation. "We are having
the amazing Jason Derulo performing at the
event-he is sure to be a crowd pleaser," said
Macklowe. "Also great food, great people and a
lot of fun are a guarantee at any party I host!"
The timing couldn't be better for Derulothe star has gone from singer-songwriter and
dancer to hit maker to global superstar, now
appearing alongside fellow dancer-singer judge
Paula Abdul on Fox's "America's Got Talent." A
true triple-threat, Derulo's songwriting, singing
and dancing were recently on display at Good
Morning America's summer concert series,
in support of recent release "Everything Is 4,"
which features the Top 5 hit "Want To Want Me"
and current single "Cheyenne." During his set,
Derulo can also pull from his string of earlier
hits, from "Whatcha Say" and "In My Head" to
"It Girl," "Talk Dirty" and "Wiggle," all certified
platinum. Derulo's pop music status continues
to be on the rise with Taylor Swift surprising
fans at a Washington, D.C. date of her "1989
World Tour" with a duet version of his "Want To
Want Me." Janet Jackson, recipient of the BET
Icon Award, also hand-picked Jason to honor
her with a choreography routine this summer
alongside Ciara and Tinashe. Whether or not
Jason has any surprises up his sleeve with
potential guests, it's sure to be an energetic set
to sip cocktails and have a dance party among
A-List guests and supporters. Additional
entertainment will be provided by DJs Hannah
Bronfman and Brendan Fallis.
Written By Michael Menachem
FULL SPECTRUM
style
THE “RIGHT” OUTFIT FOR EVERY OCCASION
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rom evening charity galas to quiet and SunDeck, in addition to luxury accessories
mornings on the beach, summers in the like limited edition Rolex watches and FrenchHamptons span the full spectrum of made Galet shoes . Their bestselling swim
formality. Even if you planned for a quiet month shorts come in a variety of colors, and are
in, a last-minute dinner party invitation might spotted across Hamptons beaches all summer.
send you running to shower off the sand and The vibe is clean, beachy, and classy, much like
reach for more dapper digs. Or, if the black tie the fashion offerings.
wedding you’re attending ends up hosting a pool
There are plenty of surf shops in the Hamptons,
party for all the guests the next day, you might
but none more quintessential than Flying Point,
find yourself in need of a swimsuit, pronto. In
with a scattering of shops in Southampton,
case your blazer or swimsuit didn’t make it
Bridgehampton, and Sag Harbor. Surf and skate
into your overstuffed weekender, we’ve pulled
style is available in the form of Vans, Tommy
together local shops that run the full gamut
Bahama apparel, Billabong t-shirts, and flat
of wardrobe pieces, to make sure
brim hats, but there are also a variety
you’re always ready for any East End
make sure of beach must-haves for everyone, like
occasion.
you’re always the extensive selection of sunglasses,
When it comes to luxury menswear
ready for any the most elusive and breakable of
on an accessible budget, J. Hilburn
summer accessories. If you are surf
East End
redefines the industry standard for
or skate-bound, Flying Point can also
affordable quality. Their premium
outfit your board with all the necessary
occasion
fabrics are famously shaped by their
hardware and accessories.
custom fitting techniques, making sure that your
Copious Row in Southampton is a concept
suiting not only looks like you, but fits perfectly.
store founded to aggregate uncommon specialty
Just pop into their store in Westhampton Beach,
items, but unlike other gift and home shops, it
or use their online tool to find a stylist near you
has a distinctly masculine atmosphere. The
to arrange a fitting at no extra cost. Then, pick
ultimate spot for unusual gifts, you need not
out your own pattern—down to each collar, cuff,
look any further for a host gift, like a barbeque
and seam; shirts are made specifically to order.
set in a supple leather case ($475), or geode
With this much attention to detail, your summer
coasters ($68). For the home, find unique
shirts are bound to suit you perfectly.
geometric granite boxes, cozy throws, and a
Winters in St. Barts, and summers in Sag wide selection of candles and diffusers, all of
Harbor? SunBarth owner Thierry de Badereau which are sure to start conversations in your
pretty much lives every man’s dream, and Hamptons home. For a gift for yourself, check
shares some of that with the rest of us through out the bespoke grooming products, which come
his Jobs Lane store in Southampton. This luxury in masculine packaging and cater specifically to
beachwear is carefully curated for a high-end mens’ cleaning and shaving needs.
aesthetic, featuring brands like Orlebar Brown
Written By Alexandra Hanken
PRINT PE R F E CT
FOUR UNEXPECTED PATTERNS TRENDING THIS SUMMER
CHECKERED
PIN DOT
FLORAL
Checkers are nothing
new to the shirt world—
from gingham to plaid,
checkered patterns are
almost synonymous
with men’s clothing,
but this summer, look
for unexpected checkers
on everything from golf
shorts to bathing suits
to—yes, of course—shirts.
Windowpane plaid,
the blurrier oversized
counterpart to the
traditional variety, gives
Tommy Bahama’s
Sorrento Square linen
shorts interest and a dash
of preppiness, without
being boring. ($88.00,
tommybahama.com)
These teeny tiny relative
of the polka dot gives a
super subtle accent to
summer staples. The
perfect summer casual
for the man with an eye
for detail, pin-dots blur
into a textured solid
from afar, but provide a
delicate detail close-up,
adding a sophisticated
hint of tailoring to even
basics like chinos or
button-downs. Frank &
Oak’s Wallace Pin-Dot
shorts pair perfectly
with a solid shirt, or for
a bolder look, pair with a
complementary pattern.
No matter how you wear
it, connect the dots of your
summer wardrobe with
a pin-dot piece. ($60,
frankandoak.com)
This summer’s florals are
anything but feminine.
Forgoing the daisy
patch, designers updated
patterns inspired by
nature’s flora into bold
patterns and unexpected
colors, like blazers
detailed with black and
blue outlines that only
hint at their flowery
beginnings. Ted Baker’s
printed chinos feature
a subtle scattering of
palm fronds in earth
tones, providing a great
basic pattern to spice
up regular khakis. Club
Monaco’s Meadow Flora
Shirt brings a geometric
block print feel that is
unique and summery.
($89.50 in Southampton or
at clubmonaco.com)
VERTICAL
STRIPES
Turn your workweek
fashion on its axis—
summers at the beach
call for different strokes.
Go beyond the pinstripe
to a bolder pattern for
a preppy retro look that
dares to be different.
Vertical stripes have
popped up throughout
summer collections, from
blazers to pants to bathing
suits. Suit Supply
nails the look in their
Bennington short, with
either green and navy or
red and navy options that
scream summer. ($129,
suitsupply.com)
Written By Alexandra Hanken
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GOODS
From cottage to chateau, four local hotspots to decorate any Hamptons home
A
s breathtaking as the natural beauty
of the Hamptons is, nothing rivals
the magnificence of the Montauk
beachfront like the splendor of a gorgeous
home overlooking it. From quaint cottages
to magnificent mansions, the homes in the
East End are some of the most desirable in
the world. If you are lucky enough to get to
own or rent a Hamptons home of your own,
you know that decoration is just as important
as the house itself. Well-designed decoration
adds personality, character and charm,
making your house a true home. While large
corporate franchises pepper Highway 27, the
real stars of the Hamptons’ home decorating
scene are boutique shops that have slowly
become landmarks in their own right, and
have catered to East End clients long enough
to stock everything needed for summer
comfort and style.
Homenature is the antithesis of those
big corporate franchises—it started in the
Hamptons and then branched into New
York City, and its mission is as authentic
as its East End roots. The store seeks to
offer natural materials with fair pricing
and honest design, so forget all those bad
experiences spending hours piecing together
fake composite furniture from a box. Their
products are not only beautiful, but will leave
you feeling confident that they are made well
and with non-harmful materials for the
planet, so you can enjoy the summer’s natural
beauty in and out of your home.
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Hildreth’s has been around since 1842,
and has created a legacy of home furnishing
and lifestyle goods in the Hamptons, with a
brand created specifically for the area and
its evolving residential demographics. With
everything from outdoor furniture to custom
design and decorating services, Hildreth’s is a
full-service home goods store with an already
perfectly curated Hamptons aesthetic. A goto gift destination, everything—including
accessories from beach towels to totes to
candles—feels like they already belongs
in your home. The only problem? We find
ourselves wanting to redecorate no matter
how often we go in, since the store is
constantly updating its inventory.
Loaves and Fishes in Bridgehampton
seems to have a separate gadget for every
kitchen situation possible. (Apple peeler?
Strawberry stem-remover? Avocado pitter?
Check, check, check.) Besides their amazingly
extensive supply of kitchen tools is an equally
vast reservoir of cooking experience and
passion for food and entertaining. The van
Kempen family opened the store in 2003
to share their accumulated knowledge of
cooking and offer their favorite products
from their travels around the world. Instore cooking demonstrations put their
products into action, but the staff are also
incredibly knowledgeable and creative, and
we guarantee you’ll leave with a product you
never knew you needed, but can no longer
live without! Their iconic partner shop, the
Loaves and Fishes foodshop, is down the
road and features delightful artisanal and
gourmet products. With their unique culinary
perspectives, the Loaves and Fishes locations
are sure to leave you feeling inspired.
Sylvester and Co. is the home goods
version of the same local movement
that drives East-Enders to farm stands
and fishermen in search of great small
manufacturers. Their products celebrate
design and function in a fresh and authentic
aesthetic, from the funky to the funny to
the classically well-made. Their collection of
“life supplies” features things like cold press
artisanal coffees and bartending kits that
are unique conversation starters for guests,
and their home goods like lamps and baskets
and throw pillows will add those interesting
finishing touches that turn a house into
something that is truly your own.
Written By Alexandra Hanken
SHOPPING SPOTLIGHT
Welcome to the Hamptons! After your
success as an e-commerce site and after
deciding to open your first brick and
mortar store, how did you land in Sag
Harbor?
Interview
COPIOU S
ROW
With a background that includes top style and fashion brands such
as LVMH, Givenchy, and Fendi, David Chines understands the
appeal of top-quality craftsmanship and the importance of a
beautiful product. These were the same values set forth
when he launched his own online store, Copious Row.
The site turned storefront, located off Main Street
in Sag Harbor, houses a collection of curated
items found through Chines’ appreciation
for travel and affection for uniquely
beautiful things. Hamptons
Monthly recently checked in
with David to learn a
little more.
I felt like the Hamptons and specifically Sag
Harbor were a great fit for my brand and
concept. It’s a unique and special place that
values beautiful items that are well crafted and
unexpected.
The collection of items is varied and
unique, how do you decide what makes the
cut?
It’s not always easy but I search for items
that are different, made of the highest quality
materials and with the greatest care. I have a
personal relationship with
most designers I carry
and that’s important to
me. I like to know how
and where everything is
made and what passions
inspire the brand. I
especially look for items
that you don’t find
everywhere, that’s what
makes the store so special.
In addition to the
new storefront you
also introduced items for women. What
was building that collection like? How
do you decide what’s worth carrying to
complement the aesthetic appeal you
previously established for men?
It was a lot of fun! Women’s collections provide
such a wide range of items and styles; there are
so many more options. When selecting women’s
items and designers, the same standards that
I have with men’s items were in place – quality
and individuality. I then wanted to create a
collection of items that were sophisticated and
outstanding. The women’s pieces I carry are for
the woman that wants to stand out, that wants
to have something no one else has, and a woman
that wants to be the envy of all her friends!
If someone was to give you a gift that was
one of the curated items from Copious Row
what would you hope for it to be?
I couldn’t possibly pick one thing! I’m personally
attached to everything I carry and have an
equal admiration and affection for every piece.
After browsing, a guy might feel like he’s
not stepping up his game the way he should
be. In your opinion, what’s something that
a lot of guys tend to overlook that a visit to
the store can help him with?
Guys tend to overlook the simple details. Being
stylish and modern is all in the details. With
one trip to the store, a guy can upgrade his look
with a great new wallet, briefcase, tote, or pair
of sunglasses. It doesn’t have to be an overhaul,
just a well placed item
here and there.
In that same realm,
what do women tend
to overthink or not
put enough thought to
regarding personal style
for either themselves or
in the home?
I think women can be too
hesitant to try something
new. Whether that be a
new accessory, a color they don’t usually wear,
or a bold statement piece they are intimidated
by. They can over think what/how/where they
would use it instead of just having fun with
their style and spicing things up. A bold clutch
or dramatic necklace can really make an outfit
and make you feel like a new person.
Now that we’re hooked on the collection
(astronaut cufflinks, guys?), what should
we be on the lookout for coming up?
There’s always something new in store! I have
a great new Italian swimsuit line I’m carrying,
called Turquese, which I’m the exclusive US
point of distribution. Men love them—they’re
beautiful and comfortable because they are
100% cotton! For women, I’m also lucky enough
to be carrying Eddie Borgo’s amazing new
handbag line coming in August for Fall 2015.
The pieces are breathtaking and launching in
very limited, exclusive release.
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A STYLE GUIDE
TO THE HOTTEST
IN OUTERWEAR TRENDS
denim jacket
For cooler summer evenings, jean jackets provide the perfect topper for summerweight
dresses or daytime casual looks. A lightweight packing option, make sure you throw a
denim jacket in your bag on your way out of the city—we promise it will be worth its
weight in wears. Look for classic tailoring with a little bit of stretch, for a fitted jacket
that adds to your outfit instead of covering it. Rag and Bone’s “The Jean Jacket” is
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scarf
Hermes is pretty much synonymous with scarves around these parts, but
summer scarves can also become a versatile warm layer. For cooler
days, layer the scarf over a light sweater and jeans, and then
at night, throw it over your shoulders on top of a soft maxi to
keep you toasty without looking wintery. White +Warren’s
Cashmere Travel Wrap has become iconic as a staple
accessory. It is the ultimate carry-on for long flights, but
serves just as well as a shawl over a dinner-party dress.
Plus, it comes in a rainbow of colors, and we bet after trying
it you won’t be able to stop adding a few more hues to your
closet. ($298 whiteandwarren.com)
vest
When it comes to summer dressing, lightweight layers
are key. Unlike their snuggly winter complements,
summer vests are more accent pieces than warmers, but
a well-placed vest can turn jeans and a t-shirt into a
fully-integrated outfit. Tailored knee-length styles are
on trend for summer, adding a sophisticated topper to
white jeans or dark denim, and creating length when
paired with a sassy wedge. For a more casual take on
the trend, try a military-style vest, like Lucky Brand’s
linen version, in an earthy worn-in green and accented
with utility pockets for a vaguely safari inspiration.
($99, luckybrand.com)
fashionable raincoat
Don’t get caught in a summer shower! Unlike the city’s
sea of umbrellas, summer storms on the East End call for
raincoats, but trenches are too formal and athletic raincoats
unfashionable. The solution? The lightweight anorak—stylish
enough to wear out, easily packable, and with zip-away hood and
roll-up sleeves. Michael Kors’ version is available in a variety of
colors, so you can pick up neutral beige or black, or a fun pop of color
to brighten your rainy day. ($138 in Southampton or at michaelkors.
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HAMPTONS SPOTLIGHT
Interview
TATE'S
BAKE SHOP
Kathleen King, founder and owner of Tate’s Bake
Shop, has turned baking into big business, as
her award-winning cookies are sold nationwide.
However, on Long Island’s East End you can
find her creations sold direct, as the Tate’s
retail store is located at 43 North Sea Road
in Southampton. Baking since the age of 11,
we check in with Kathleen to see what’s she
currently cooking up…
Looks like 2015 is another big year for Tate’s,
with the spring release of three new cookies
(mint chocolate chip, vanilla, and the gluten-free
“Chipless Wonder”). Any more sweet surprises in
store for this year?
We’re so thrilled about the debut of our new cookie
flavors! Make sure you stop by the bake shop and pick
up a Tateswich—two chocolate chip cookies sandwiched
with premium vanilla ice cream. We’re also excited about
our eight-inch ice cream cakes, layered with vanilla or
chocolate ice cream, with cookies and chocolate in the
middle. And of course, our classic American layer cakes
are great for all occasions.
It’s downright amazing for out-of-town fans of
your baked goods to find that the mother retail
store is located in Southampton Village. Do you
receive a lot of visitors from other places who
remark at this luxury?
The store has always been a hub for people visiting
from all over the world, taking products back with
them as far as Japan. People take day trips from Long
Island, NYC, and NJ; some bringing in their cookbooks
for me to sign. Tate’s Bake Shop is a destination stop,
and people’s enthusiasm has always fueled me to do my
best.
Let’s say I’m new to the Hamptons, and while I
know your cookies from my local market, what
other baked treats should I look for when actually
at Tate’s? Any signature item one simply must try?
That’s a challenge! I love everything we bake, but I have
a special place in my heart for scones, especially paired
with our Tate’s Organic coffee in the morning. When I
travel, I miss our coffee the most! Of course, choosing
the perfect baked treat depends on the occasion. Fruit
pies and layer cakes are ideal for summer entertaining.
Brownies, blondies, lemon bars, and shortbread are
great for the beach and at barbeques. There’s no need
to turn your oven on in the summer with Tate’s nearby.
Is there a certain sweet that works best when the
sun is blazing over the East End? Is there any type
of “beach cookie?”
My go-to beach dessert is a Tate’s S’more—a chocolate
chip cookie (or two for a sandwich), with a roasted Tate’s
marshmallow on top or in between. My friends love
the simplicity, and once you eat a Tate’s marshmallow
roasted on an open fire, you will never go for the
commercial version again.
Another advice ask: cookies and milk is a
legendary duo, but are there any other pairings
you might recommend when eating a Tate’s
treat? Doesn’t have to be just cookies; would you
suggest any of your edibles to be matched with any
particular beverages? (Adult beverages included,
of course, wink.)
Our Shortbread Cookies are divine with some hot
tea, and I’d recommend some hot chocolate with our
homemade marshmallows. And, of course, coffee with
everything! Professional wine pairing is a bit beyond
my area of expertise, but I like to sip champagne with
a slice of cake. Our Whole Wheat Dark Chocolate Chip
Cookies also go beautifully with a nice red wine.
For those who don’t know your story, you began
baking and selling cookies from a stand on your
family’s farm as an 11-year-old child. Can you
describe what life was like for a kid obsessed with
cooking? Were your schoolmates mystified by your
nonstandard passion?
Truthfully, I started baking and selling cookies because
my parents told me to. It became a passion when I
realized the joy it brought to so many people. In high
school, I would bring cookies to school or pass them out
on the bus. People in town still remember that. I also
baked and sold them at the (now-defunct nightspot)
Handsome House, who in turn sold them at the bar;
maybe a white Russian and a chocolate chip cookie
after midnight? Back then, kids worked for any extra
stuff they wanted or needed.
Fast-forward to today: Tate’s products are sold
internationally. You’ve won accolades for your
work, and you’ve published cookbooks. Does
all this still feel anything like it did for that
young Kathleen selling cookies to neighbors and
passersby?
What a journey I have had in the cookie world. I feel so
blessed and so grateful for all of my success—and even
for all the hardship along the way. But the thing that
makes me happiest is the joy that Tate's Bake Shop
baked goods bring to people. That was what first fueled
me, and it still does today.
Written By Ian Shapiro
ARTIST SPOTLIGHT
Interview
TERRY ELKINS
How did you first come to painting? Where did
the spark come from?
I’ve been interested in art and image making
since childhood. As I got older, art school pointed
me in the right direction. When I was in graduate
school at the University of Houston, I met some
great artists through their visiting artist program
who encouraged me to come to New York. After a
few years in SoHo and two solo shows, I moved to
Bridgehampton. That was in 1988. I’ve been here
since, painting from the subject matter around me.
Several works in your Maritime and Nautical
series appear to use a map as a canvas; can
you tell us a little more about that?
I found a set of nautical charts when I moved
into my studio, left by the previous tenant that
contiguously stretched from Eastern Long Island
to Cape Cod. The charts oriented me to where I
lived, surrounded by water. It wasn’t long before I
was drawing and painting on them and collecting
charts to make collages combined with drawings.
The first images were simple dory shapes drawn
over local waters. The empty dory symbolized the
bay men of this region and a bygone era. Then
lighthouses and other maritime subjects entered
as the work evolved. Aside from their functionality,
the charts are quite beautiful, and when drawn
over or superimposed with a recognizable image of
that area, they make visual sense as does the image
of the Montauk Point Lighthouse over the chart
of Montauk. It grabs your attention; it’s a way of
communicating an idea to the viewer.
You have quite a collection of Lighthouse
Prints. Tell us about that as a source of
inspiration.
I
n an effort to leave behind the distractions of everyday life, artist Terry Elkins prefers
to paint on location rather than in his studio, a practice he began more then 25 years
ago after moving to Bridgehampton. However, when he's out on the bluffs of Montauk,
painting seems secondary while the main purpose for being there is to appreciate the
beauty of the landscape. He has been living on the East End since the late '80s and has
witnessed the evolution of the area in those decades, Hamptons Monthly caught up with
Terry to learn how he strives to preserve the landscape, the culture and history, one
painting at a time.
I’m interested in their historical and architectural
significance. As an artist, I’m reminded of Edward
Hopper and Andrew Wyeth, who were also inspired
by lighthouses as a subject matter. Shadows cast
by hard light or the mood of a foggy outline add to
the drama. Like the metaphor in “The Keeper’s
Concern,” the light from the lantern has gone out,
the door is open and lit only from the keeper’s light
as he climbs the stairs. He’s a sentinel, a guardian
who watches over others. There’s also a commercial
niche I’ve been able to develop. The prints have
allowed me to reach thousands of people who could
not otherwise afford a piece of my work.
What elements of the Montauk landscape
bring inspiration to you? Why are these most
intriguing?
Everything about it is inspiring. Standing at the
lighthouse overlooking the view out to Block Island,
watching the waves wrap around the point, or
walking along the beach looking up at boulders
precariously lodged in the bluffs above, sheared off
the tops of the Green Mountains in Vermont by the
last glacial period, deposited here 20,000 years ago.
Even on a bad day it’s beautiful.
While painting on location, do you bring all of
your materials with you or is there a selection
that allows you to capture a moment then come
back to it for finishing?
Logic would say you bring only what you need when
I go out to paint, and whatever you need you must
carry and then you come home with a painting.
However, if you forget something important like bug
spray or a palette knife you’re out of luck. Painting
on location is an ongoing process for me. There
are times when I go back to the same place for
days, even years, at the same time of day to catch
a certain light in order to finish a painting. Every
now and then I’ll bring home an unsatisfactory
piece only to scrape all the oil paint just off to
salvage the linen. Some days I set up to paint and
find myself exploring for hours, never picking up a
brush. It’s not what I’ve done at the end of the day
that’s important. Ideas often come together at the
end of the week or while working through a series.
What are you currently working on?
For the past few summers I’ve been doing
constructions, using small pieces of driftwood
applied to canvas. There’s a tactile element I
enjoy, a three-dimensional relief to these works.
When I begin I’m never sure how it all might fit
together. The piece “Driftwood Beach” started as
an unsuccessful painting. It was a risk adding the
driftwood and the result was something I’d never
imagined. Right now I’m painting from the same
familiar subjects and the landscape around me
as before, but the driftwood series has helped me
approach old ideas with a fresh perspective. Most
artists will say you have to take chances with your
work if you’re going to evolve. Sometimes you make
a mistake, and sometimes the outcome is rewarding.
features a variety of fascinating speakers in July
and August, including MIT professor and space
shuttle veteran Jeffrey Hoffman (whose talk is titled
A Personal, Aesthetic Experience of Spaceflight);
award-winning creator of New York Fashion Week
Fern Mallis (A Life Under the Influence of Fashion),
revered vocalist Jessye Norman (The Arts: Our
Gratitude and Our Joy), and award-winning
designer Tom Hennes (Uncollapsing Space: Making
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WATERMILL CENTER
A N E A S T E N D A R T S I N C U B ATO R O P E N TO E V E R YO N E
On August 9, the public is invited to Discover
Watermill Day, an afternoon of art installations,
performances, workshops, tours, and family
activities. This unique event, during which the Center
will be open to all from 3 p.m to 6 p.m., provides the
opportunity for the East End community to meet
the artists who are participating in Watermill’s
International Summer Arts Program, and to view
their work. Approximately 125 artists from 27
countries have gathered at Watermill this year
for five to six weeks in an intensely collaborative
environment; this is their chance to show the public
their newly-hatched creations.
collection of art and artifacts as well as provide
a "think tank" for young and emerging artists to
develop their work. What began life as a modest
building on a Shinnecock Reservation outpost
eventually evolved into an eight-and-a-half acre
arts compound, including a 20,000-square-foot
former Western Union research facility that
serves as its base of operations. Wilson’s thriving
enterprise, which draws artists from around the
world, is truly one-of-a-kind.
Though primarily a collaborative workspace
for artists, The Watermill Center offers exhibits,
programs, and tours that are open to the public
year-round, so anyone can experience this exciting
environment. The Scaler Summer Lecture Series
Photo Credit: Julian Mommert
Completed in 2006, The Watermill Center
was founded in 1992 by avant-garde theater and
visual artist Robert Wilson to fulfill his dream of
a space that would welcome artists-in-residence
as well as students and scholars. The Watermill
Center provides a location to house his extensive
Photo Credit: Lovis Ostenrik
T
he historic Southampton hamlet of Water
Mill dates back to 1644, when it was
founded as the site of a grain mill for local
settlers. Today it still boasts a working watermill
and a windmill, as well as pretty beaches,
charming shops, and nice restaurants. It’s also an
East End art hub, home to several museums and
galleries, in addition to the acclaimed Watermill
Center, an arts and humanities laboratory.
Visitors are free to wander around the beautifully
landscaped grounds viewing these site-specific
installations and performances scattered amidst
outdoor sculptures and artifacts. The public can also
take tours of the main facility and the Watermill
Collection, an eclectic, highly personal assemblage
of artifacts that Wilson began gathering in his
teens. (This “living entity” grows at the rate of about
300 pieces a year and is up to nearly 8,000 items.)
In addition to Wilson’s own designs, the collection
includes museum-quality pieces—many from
Indonesia—contemporary works, and one of the
largest privately-held collections of chairs by major
designers, side-by-side with much humbler objects.
This juxtaposition transcends the boundaries
between high and low culture, between art and the
everyday. Admission to Discover Watermill Day is
free and no reservations are required.
Also at The Watermill Center through fall 2015
is a site-specific installation incorporating the
building’s architecture by New York City artist
Daniel Arsham, whose work blends art, architecture,
and performance. Viewing is by appointment only.
(39 Watermill Towd Road, 631.726.4628)
Written By Marina Zogbi
LEIBER COLLECTION
N
estled in the picturesque East
Hampton hamlet of Springs is the
highly unique Leiber Collection, a
museum founded by Judith and Gerson Leiber
in 2005 to chronicle their illustrious careers
and house their extensive art collection.
Following in the footsteps of artistic couples
such as their onetime neighbors Jackson
Pollock and Lee Krasner, the Leibers—artist
Gerson and handbag designer Judith—
purchased an East Hampton farmhouse in the
1950s, where they continue to live and work.
On view in their stately Renaissancestyle Palladian museum are recent and
vibrantly-colored abstract paintings by
Gerson, including The Simple
Swagger of Spring (2014) and
Semi-controlled Exuberance
(2014). Also exhibited are
hundreds of Judith’s amazing
creations, such as her PeacockShaped Minaudiere (2004) and
Multicolor Karung Envelope
inspired by a Piet Mondrian
Painting (1990). The airy, skylit
exhibition space provides the perfect serene
environment to enjoy the Leibers’ magnificent
works of art and marvel over their long,
fruitful partnership.
The couple, both born in 1921, met 71
years ago in Hungary; at the time, Brooklynborn Gerson was a young American GI and
Budapest-born Judith Peto was a fledgling
handbag designer who’d spent most of World
War II in hiding from the Nazis. After they
married, Gerson began studying at the
Hungarian Royal Academy of Art while Judith
became the first woman to join the handbagmakers guild in Budapest and formally learn
the trade, starting as apprentice patternmaker and working her way up to master.
After the couple moved to New York City
in 1947, she worked for various high-end
handbag manufacturers, including Koret, and
Beautiful Art, Handbags and Gardens Courtesy of an Eminent Hamptons Couple
he continued his studies at the Art Students
League. Eventually Gerson became an
acclaimed printmaker, painter, and sculptor;
the subject of numerous solo exhibits on Long
island, in New York City, and Jerusalem,
among other places. Judith ultimately struck
out on her own, creating an empire of deluxe,
one-of-a-kind handbags that are unmatched
in beauty and craftsmanship. Since 1953,
numerous First Ladies including Mamie
Eisenhower, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis,
and Barbara Bush have carried Judith Leiber
bags, as have many other celebrities.
Just as impressive as the Leibers’ respective
collections are the seven elegant gardens
surrounding the museum,
each one designed personally
by Gerson, who developed a
passion for gardening and
landscaping in the 1960s.
Make sure to leave plenty
of time during your visit to
stroll through this intricately
patterned environment of
hedges and treillage that has
been a work of art in progress for the last 45
years. You may easily and happily become
lost in the maze of interconnected brick paths
that wind through various specimens of shrub
and other foliage as you admire the many
sculptures and other decorative pieces that
adorn the gardens. Though Gerson’s vision
was inspired by the formal gardens he has
visited throughout the world, these spaces are
distinctively unique; there’s literally nothing
else quite like them—on Long Island or the
rest of the country.
The museum and gardens are open freeof-charge to visitors from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
every Saturday, Sunday, and Wednesday from
Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend.
(446 Old Stone Highway, 631.329.3288)
Written By Marina Zogbi
HAMPTONS
spotlight on:
AMAGANSETT
T
he Hamptons’ quietest village is also home to its largest contingent of famous residents, who
delight in Amagansett’s quaint seashore charm and supple beaches. Located just west of
Montauk, the terminus of the South Fork, this coastal haven is bordered by both Napeague
Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, which make it a top place to hit the beach. In addition, Amagansett
is a lively after-hours community, with a thriving music scene that attracts national tours and
supports hometown favorites, as well as plenty of local watering holes perfect for unwinding after
a sun-soaked day on the sand. Main Street Amagansett is a picture-perfect postcard of a historic
town center thanks to the many lovingly preserved buildings from the town’s past as a fishing and
whaling village that are now home to cafes, shops, private residences, and one of the Hamptons’
largest concentrations of intimate bed-and-breakfasts, which is a tempting alternative to other
more lavish lodgings elsewhere in the area.
Beachside cafe The Lobster
Roll is famous for their
namesake dish, a proprietary
recipe dating back 50+ years,
but locals know it simply as
“Lunch” thanks to the iconic
red, white, and blue sign
on the roof. Nestled cozily
among the dunes, this is as
authentic a seafood shack
as you could hope to find,
with breezy indoor-outdoor
seating, convenient take-out
for beach-goers, and—you
guessed
it—perhaps
the
best lobster roll south of Bar
Harbor, ME. (1980 Montauk
Hwy. 631.267.3740)
For a more elegant meal,
make your way to Sotto
Sopra, where Tuscan flavors
transform local ingredients
into Mediterranean classics.
The porch and dining room
are outfitted in blonde wood
and brushed stone, setting
a tranquil scene; the menu
is studded with reliably
delicious plates such as Baked
Clams Oregonata, with freshcaught local shellfish, and
Fluke Milanese, served with
a crisp insalata tricolore
and crunchy pomegranate
seeds. Be sure to look up
from your plate once in a
while: this laid-back gem is a
favorite with the Amagansett
celebrity set. (231 Main St.
631.267.3695)
Just down the road, continue
your evening with live music
at The Stephen Talkhouse,
an unpretentious venue that
hosts both local favorites
and national touring acts
including hip-hop, reggae,
rock, and folk performers.
Known as a true downtown
New York City-style music
club (without the trek back to
the other end of Long Island),
it’s the place for gritty live
performances.
Want your
own shot at the bright lights?
Come by during one of their
weekly Open Mic or Karaoke
Nights to show your stuff.
(161 Main St. 631.267.3117)
If rocking out all night has
you craving a quiet beach
day, skip the crowds on the
Atlantic coast and sneak off
to Big Albert’s Landing.
Tucked along Napeague Bay,
this 300-foot stretch of sand
is a hidden Hamptons gem,
popular among locals for the
calm surf and nearby picnic
tables and barbecue grills.
The cove is also pet- and
child-friendly, and is known
among beachcombers as one
of the best spots on the East
End to scavenge for shells
and other detritus washed
into the bay by the tides.
(Alberts Landing Rd.)
After a hot day in the sun,
nothing beats a cold drink.
Get your fix at Meeting
House with an aromatic
Amagansett Collins: gin with
lavender, lime, simple syrup,
fresh citrus, and soda, or
split a bottle of crisp white
wine from their diverse and
very reasonably priced list.
The bar itself, long and highceilinged with white-washed
walls and custom abstract
art, is just the place for
you and a date to compare
your
new
suntans—and
contemplate a second round;
they’re open late, six days a
week. (4 Amagansett Square
Dr. 631.267.2764)
If a pint at the pub is more
your style, you’ll feel right
at home at Indian Wells
Tavern, an intimate woodpaneled watering hole in
the heart of town.
With
local beers—including their
own—on draught, plus a
wildly
affordable
happy
hour that defies their prime
location, this is a down-toearth drinker’s bar perfect
for kicking back with friends
or warming up with a boozy
coffee when the sun sets and
the cool onshore breeze starts
to blow. (177 Main Street
631.267.0400)
Written By Leah Blewett
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THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
TUESDAY
7:00pm
Balancer
The Surf Lodge
8:00pm
Wig Jam
Stephen Talkhouse
7:00pm
Wolf Alice
The Surf Lodge
6:00pm
JAHKOY
The Surf Lodge
8:00pm
Lily-Anne Merat
Stephen Talkhouse
10:30pm
Decadia
Stephen Talkhouse
8:00pm
Born Again
Baldwins
Stephen Talkhouse
7:00pm
ASTR
The Surf Lodge
6:00pm
Fold Festival
Martha Clara
Vineyards
10:00pm
The Hoo Doo
Loungers
Stephen Talkhouse
8:00pm
Marc Cohen
Westhampton
Beach Performing
Arts Center
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8:00pm
Garland Jeffreys
Stephen Talkhouse
10:00pm
Shadowland
Stephen Talkhouse
5:00pm
Nancy Atlas
Project
Navy Beach
7:00pm
Mishka
The Surf Lodge
7:00pm
Southside Johnny
& The Poor Fools
Stephen Talkhouse
7:00pm
We Are Scientists
The Surf Lodge
9:00pm
The Bogman
Stephen Talkhouse
10:30pm
Rubix Kube
Stephen Talkhouse
10:00pm
Giant Panda
Guerilla Dub
Squad
Stephen Talkhouse
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7:00pm
Delta Spirit
The Surf Lodge
9:00pm
The Bogman
Stephen Talkhouse
10:30pm
Hello Brooklyn
Stephen Talkhouse
8:00pm
The Original
Wailers
Stephen Talkhouse
10:00pm
Inner Roots
Stephen Talkhouse
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7:00pm
tUnE-yArDs
The Surf Lodge
8:00pm
Steel Pulse
Stephen Talkhouse
9:00pm
Sutton Foster
Guild Hall
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8:00pm
Sophie Auster
Stephen Talkhouse
WEDNESDAY
6:00pm
Fold Festival
Martha Clara
Vineyards
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8:00pm
Jeff LeBlanc
Stephen Talkhouse
TUESDAY
8:00pm
Sarah Conway
Stephen Talkhouse
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Lions on the Moon
Stephen Talkhouse
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FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
MONDAY
8:00am
Montauk Farmers
Market
Fosters
Montauk Village
Green
7:00am
SURF CRAFT –
Design & Culture
of Board Riding
Montauk Village
Green
12:00pm
Helen Ficalora
Summer Party
Southampton
Social Club
4:00pm
Food Truck
& Music
Duck Walk
Vineyards North
11:15am
Aqua Zumba
Gurney's
8:30pm
Moonlight Cruise
Long Island
Aquarium.
Reservations
Required
8:00am,6:30pm
The Hamptons
Paddle & Party
for Pink
Havens Beach,
Fairview on Macox
Bay
11:00am
Wine Tasting
Martha Clara
Vineyards
6:00pm
Sunset Pilates
Rogers Beach
11:00am
Hal Buckner
Guild Hall
4:00pm
Delicious
Mozzarella
Westhampton
Free Library
9:00am
24th Annual
SandCastle Contest
East End
Atlantic Avenue
Beach
7:30pm
Dan's Papers
Kite Fly
Sagg Main Beach
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5:00pm
Oceanfront Lobster
Bake
Gurney's
THURSDAY
10:00am
Jackson Pollock
Drip Paiting Tour
& Workshop
Pollock Krasner
1:30pm
Canne Films –
Foxcatcher
Riverhead Free
Library
FRIDAY
3:00pm
Shop at Sunset
East Hampton
Retailers.
Registration
Required.
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3:00pm
Save the Horses
Concert for Baiting
Hollow Farm Horse
Southampton
Social Club
9
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2:00pm
Future Stars
Pro Am Doubles
Tournament
Future Star
Southampton.
8:00pm
Registration
VH1 Save the Music
Required
Hamptons Live
3:00am
Benefit
Discover
Private Residence
Watermill Day
The Watermill
Center
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8:30am
Flanders Fire Dept.
Golf Outing.
Vineyards
Golf Club
8:00pm
Judy Gold
Bay Street Theater
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