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Where To Find TSG Hamptons

Best Yet Market, Westhampton Beach Bakery Cafe, Westhampton Daniel Gale Sotheby’s, Westhampton Dune Deck Beach Club, Westhampton Preston House, Riverhead Goldbergs Bagels, multiple locations Citarella Markets, multiple locations Golden Pear Cafés (signature steel boxes, all locations) Lombardis Love Lane Market, Mattituck Preston House, Riverhead Il Giordino, Aquebogue Jamesport Vineyard, Jamesport Jedediah Hawkins Inn, Jamesport Simply Sublime, Cutchogue Bedell Cellars, Cutchogue Pindar Vineyards, Peconic Lieb Cellars, Cutchogue Preston’s, Greenport Noah’s, Greenport South & North Ferry, Shelter Island Quogue Inn, Quogue Beth’s Cafe, Quogue Beach Toy Store, Quogue Quogue Market, Quogue Sonny’s Village Prime Meats, East Quogue The Hampton Maid, Hampton Bays Centro, Hampton Bays Salvatore’s, Hampton Bays Sea Green Designs, Southampton  1708 House, Southampton Schmidts Market, Southampton Southampton Inn, Southampton Second Nature Market, Southampton Tates Bake Shop, Southampton Juice Press, Southampton Tamara Comolli, Southampton The Hidden Gem, Southampton  Jaguar Land Rover, Southampton Hampton Jitney, Southampton Mecox Gardens, Southampton Calissa, Water Mill  Provisions, Water Mill L & W Market & Almond Bar, Bridgehampton Bridgehampton Inn and Restaurant, Bridgehampton Gloria Jewel, Bridgehampton Starbucks vestibule, Bridgehampton Pierre’s, Bridgehampton Topping Rose House, Bridgehampton Provisions, Sag Harbor Sag Harbor Florist, Sag Harbor Bay Street Theater, Sag Harbor Brown Harris Stevens, Sag Harbor Sunny, Sag Harbor Apple Bank, Sag Harbor Buddha Berry Yogurt & Coffee, Sag Harbor Round Swamp Farm, Bridgehampton Townline BBQ, Sagaponack Loaves and Fishes, Sagaponack Pierre’s Market, Sagaponack East Hampton Gardens, East Hampton Maidstone Inn, East Hampton Baker House 1650, East Hampton Scoop Du Jour, East Hampton The Palm, East Hampton Round Swamp Farm, East Hampton East Hampton House, East Hampton Red Horse Market, East Hampton Simply Sublime, East Hampton Charlie & Sons, Amagansett  Inn at Windmill Lane, Amagansett Gloria Jewel, Amagansett The Tack Trunk, Amagansett Hampton Chutney, Amagansett Gurneys Resort, Montauk Gurneys Star Island Yacht Club, Montauk The Breakers, Montauk Montauk Manor, Montauk Navy Beach, Montauk Amali, NYC 

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SUMMER 2020 HAS OFFICIALLY BEEN SAVED

Whether you’re new to yacht chartering or a seasoned veteran, this exclusive offering is the way to save your summer. The Scout Guide Hamptons and Dhardra Blake, owner of boutique yacht charter company LuxuryDayCharters.com, have partnered up to offer you a luxury summer yachting membership with exclusive pricing and amenities to perfectly suit your summer in the Hamptons. As social activities are limited, and cleanliness is of the utmost concern, KINGFISHER Club Family Membership offers an intimate, meticulous and refined setting as well as an unforgettable yachting lifestyle experience. Together with The Scout Guide Hamptons, KINGFISHER Yachting is offering six exclusive Family Memberships with annual access (Palm Beach & Hamptons) to the stunning, one-of-a-kind 50' vintage yacht KINGFISHER - built by the legendary Huckins Yacht Corporation, considered the Rolls Royce brand of their time. 

KINGFISHER Club consists of yachting enthusiasts, business and philanthropic leaders as well as exceptional brands. KINGFISHER Club offers access to refined yachting experiences and exclusive Member benefits including: 

Preferred access to the only vintage Huckins available for charter / membership in Hamptons/NE

Enjoy all the benefits of yacht ownership at much lower cost and with none of the hassle (cleaning, etc)

Member rates and advanced reservations for holidays and special occasions

Bespoke gastronomic / tasting experiences including private chef, sommelier pairings, champagne & caviar / scotch & cigar cruises

Exclusive member offers from Club lifestyle brand partners

KINGFISHER comfortably accommodates up to 12 guests for day excursions; the fully restored vintage yacht offers a shaded fly bridge, raised foredeck sun lounge and aft cockpit for distinctive al fresco dining experiences. 

Currently KINGFISHER Yachting is offering only 6 Memberships for the 2020-2021 Summer / Winter Season (Hamptons & Palm Beach) with an exclusive TSG Hamptons package of special rates and amenities.

Yachtsman Level:  30 hours of usage annually for up to 12 guests; (minimum cruise is 3 hours)

Admiral Level: 60 hours of usage annually for up to 12 guests; (minimum cruise is 3 hours).

Email or call Dhardra today for rates and availability* at dhardra@luxurydaycharters.com / 813.484.5663 (please reference TSG Hamptons for exclusive offering / rates) 

*Reservations for prime / holiday weekends are high in demand.  Once booked, that’s it for these discounts.

Tax, tips and expenses for customizing your trip (fine dining, cocktails etc.) are additional.

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Shop Real Local Foods Online With Ease

In response to the COVID-19 crisis, local food support system East End Food Institute has launched a Virtual Farmers Market to provide a market for many of the small producers who are impacted by the closure of restaurants and farmers markets. The Virtual Farmers Market currently features ready-to-heat meals, snacks, baked goods, personal care products and even pet treats — all made on Long Island and most featuring local ingredients. They offer free home delivery (for orders of $50 or more) across the Twin Forks and the Town of Riverhead. 

To set up delivery instead of pick up, just click the word “change” under the delivery address at checkout, then click “delivery” instead of “pick up”. You can also just put your delivery address in the comments section.

Find out more through these recent press stories:

Dan's Papers - April 2020

Hamptons.com- April 2020

The Northforker - April 2020

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Check Out 100+ Home Tours!

Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty is planning Long Island’s first companywide virtual open house tour on Sunday, May 3rd.  The company will be marketing over 100 properties with a LIVE event during the course of the day, virtually hosting open houses by using Zoom. 

All featured properties can be found on danielgale.com, through the company Facebook page, Realtor.com and Zillow. “This company wide virtual open house is the first of its kind on Long Island,” stated Deborah Hauser, Chief Operating Officer.  “We have been searching for a safe way to showcase some of the exceptional properties we represent to as wide an audience as possible” continued Hauser. “We are proud to be leading the way in this new normal.” Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty will be following all CDC safety protocols while creating this live event and will continue to put the health and safety of all their agents and clients first.  “We have maintained our staff through these challenging times,” continued Hauser, “and by doing so, have challenged them to find new ways to do business. I think we have landed on something big.”

Find out more here...

https://www.danielgale.com/openhouses

https://www.facebook.com/DGSIR/events/​

Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty is a $3.24 billion-dollar organization based on Long Island, N.Y. with more than 825 real estate advisors serving New York City’s metropolitan area with 24 sales offices in Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk counties, the North Fork of Long Island and Westhampton Beach. Our clients benefit from integrative, innovative marketing reaching today’s home buyers and sellers through products and apps they love, providing almost instantaneous market data. We are a regional leader in New Development Sales and Marketing as the exclusive sales and marketing team for The Bridges at Whitestone in Queens, Roslyn Landing in Roslyn and Ocean Watch in Freeport, Oak Hills Estates, among other prominent new build communities. Our other services include a full Relocation/Referrals Division, a Rental Division, DGNY Commercial, and Ambassador Abstract Title company. The Sotheby’s International Realty® affiliate for Long Island and Queens since 1976, Daniel Gale Sotheby’s has gained national and international recognition, including top honors for sales, marketing and technology worldwide. For more information or for a list of all the open houses, visit danielgale.com.

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Introducing E-Design

Shannon from Sea Green Designs in Southampton has recently launched a module on her website where you can sign up for her E-Design services with the click of a button. E-Design is perfect for the current social climate, as everything is done remotely. All you need to do is let her know what you’re looking for and take measurements/photos of your current space, which her website will talk you through. She provides a digital mood board, new furniture and decor suggestions, and ideas on how to reuse your current pieces. Check out the service here.

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Mastiha at Calissa

Calissa in Water Mill mixes up some outrageous cocktail kits to go along with their to-go orders, and this one is our new favorite. ⁠ KLEOS Mastiha is a luxury Greek spirit made from an ancient Greek superfood of the same name, mastiha. It comes from the sap from a tree that, on the entire planet, grows only on the Greek island of Chios, and for this reason enjoys PDO status (Protected Designation of Origin). The fragrance of the sap is reminiscent of eucalyptus, but in alcohol form has the fresh taste of cucumber or sweet tea, perfect for the warming weather. ⁠ ⁠ Mastiha sap is traditionally is used as a spice in Mediterranean food, particularly in baking. Every easter you can find Greek women making the traditional bread, tsoureki with mastiha. ⁠ Mastiha is also a superfood, that kills h. pylori, the bacteria that causes acid reflux, and peptic ulcers, and even in liquor form, is good for the gut! 

We’ll drink to that! ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ The Kleo-Patra:⁠ ⁠ 2 parts KLEOS Mastiha Spirit⁠ 1⁄2 part fresh lemon juice⁠ 1⁄4 part simple syrup⁠ 4 basil leaves⁠ ⁠ Shake all ingredients vigorously.⁠ ⁠ Strain over fresh crushed ice in a highball.⁠ Garnish with a lemon wheel and basil leaf.⁠

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Get Ready for Cinco De Mayo: Showfish Style

Showfish at Gurney’s Star Island Resort & Marina in Montauk was the hot spot of summer 2019, and this is the recipe for their most requested cocktail. The kick of house infused pepper tequila, mixed with the brightness of fresh strawberries is outstanding. We can’t wait to see what they have in store for us when they open this summer!

Cocktail Name: 1 Tequila 2 Tequila

Description: The ‘1 Tequila 2 Tequila’ is the most requested drink at Showfish but it’s also easy to make at home! It’s the perfect drink to impress your friends during a virtual Cinco de Mayo party. To begin, take a bottle of quality Blanco Tequila and place 1 Jalapeño + 2 Habaneros (or 3 Jalapeños) sliced into the bottle. Let this sit for 25 minutes and immediately strain out the peppers and any seeds. 

Pro tip: Tequila cocktails can easily get weighed down by mixers and sweeteners but we like to keep them light and refreshing so the complex flavors shine through. At Gurney’s Star Island, we like to use light blue agave mixed 1:1:1 with agave syrup and warm water, it incorporates perfectly and gives a ‘never too sweet’ base to work from for all your favorite tequila drinks.

Recipe:

1.5oz Blanco infused pepper tequila

.5oz Reposado tequila

.5oz Fresh lime

.5oz Agave mixture

2 Fresh Strawberries (green tops cut off)

*garnish with Aleppo pepper/kosher salt rim 

Instructions:

Take a lime wedge and coat 1/3 of the rim (about ½ inch deep) of your glass & dip it into your salt/spice.��(We love the half-dipped rim as seen in the photo)

Muddle strawberries in your mixing tin, add the rest of your ingredients with ice to the tin.

Shake and then strain over fresh ice into your rimmed glass.

THE PERFECT MOTHERS DAY GIFT IDEA

BUY A GIFT CARD TO GIVE BACK: In response to the COVID-19 crisis, Gurney’s Resorts has been focused on giving back to Food Bank for NYC and Baby2Baby, while also providing inspiring and educational virtual content for their social media followers. With properties in Newport, RI and Montauk, NY, the brand is selling gift cards to be used to book accommodations at any of the three hotels and donating 25% from each card sold to Food Bank for NYC, which provides emergency food to vulnerable New Yorkers who may be quarantined and those impacted by economic downturn. There aren’t any terms or conditions when booking. Furthermore, Gurney’s Montauk has collaborated with partner, Stoney Clover Lane to donate 100% of the proceeds of their custom embroidered destination patches to Baby2Baby, whose current mission is to provide emergency supplies to families in need. Stoney Clover Lane’s previously in-store exclusive destination patches are for sale on their website for $12: Gurney's Sticker Patch.

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Financial Assistance Summary

Here we go! This is our best attempt at summarizing what we understand about the current SBA loan programs. Just keep in mind, as much as we want to help small businesses access financial assistance, we want to be very clear that we aren’t banking experts at all, and we want to stress that you should contact your financial institution and/or your accountant for professional advice on how to proceed. 

These SBA loans are administered by institutions that are approved by the SBA. Contact your banking institution first to see if they administer SBA loans. You will apply online, but with an individual financial institution, not the SBA directly.

SOME OF THE BENEFITS TO BUSINESSES FOUND IN THE CARES ACT:

1) The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), (part of the 7(a) Loan Expansion):

The purpose of this loan program is to help businesses retain their employees at current compensation levels with low-interest - and potentially forgivable - SBA loans that they can use to cover payroll costs for their workforce as well as other operational costs such as rent, interest on mortgage obligations and utilities.

Sole proprietors and independent contractors are eligible to apply for these loans as ‘self-employed individuals’.

Sole proprietors would use IRS filings and Profit and Loss statements to support their eligibility claims. The interest rate for a covered loan is not to exceed 4%. You can apply for forgiveness on the loan in an amount that is equal to the amount spent during an 8-week period after the origination date of the loan on eligible expenses.  

2) SBA Express Loan - Repayable Loan:

Eligible businesses can be granted up to $350,000 of capital in the form of either a term loan or line of credit. Fast turnaround time for an approval. The interest rate is negotiated but cannot exceed the SBA maximum.

3) Emergency Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) - Repayable Loan:

The Act expands eligibility for access to Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) to include any individual operating as a sole proprietor or an independent contractor during the covered period (January 31, 2020 to December 31, 2020). The Act requires that for any SBA EIDL loans made in response to COVID-19 before December 31, 2020, the SBA shall waive any personal guarantee on advances and loans below $200,000, the requirement that an applicant needs to have been in business for the 1-year period before the disaster, and the ‘credit elsewhere’ requirement.

4) Deferment of Employer Payroll Taxes:

This provision of the Act allows employers to defer payment of the employer-share of Social Security and Medicare taxes due from March 27 to December 31, 2020. Half of the tax will be due Dec. 31, 2021 and the other half will not be due until Dec. 31, 2022. (This doesn’t apply to the amounts withheld from employees).

This benefit also applies to self-employed individuals, allowing them to defer half of their self-employment tax on the same schedule. However, if you have had debt forgiven under either the PPP or the US Treasury Program Mgt. Authority, you are excluded from this deferment.

5) Emergency Grant Payment Distributions:

These grants allow an eligible entity who has applied for an EIDL loan, due to COVID-19, to request an advance on that loan, of not more than $10,000, which the SBA must distribute within three days. Applicants shall not be required to repay advance payments, even if subsequently denied for an EIDL loan. Advance payment may be used for providing paid sick leave to employees, maintaining payroll, meeting increased costs to obtain materials, making rent or mortgage payments, and repaying obligations that cannot be met due to revenue losses. Further, the Act requires that an advance payment be considered when determining loan forgiveness, if the applicant transfers into a loan made under SBA’s Paycheck Protection Program. (In other words, we think that if you get this $10K advance, that it reduces your PPP grant by the same amount.)

6) Multiple Modifications to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) enacted in late 2017:

There are important tax changes in the CARES Act that could possibly affect your business, and we have included a link to our auditor’s website that addresses these modifications which can get you started in a review that you would continue with your tax preparer. Suffice to say that these changes may potentially allow you to receive a refund of taxes paid in previous years.

7) Employee Retention Credits:

If you have employees, the CARES Act provides for a refundable credit against payroll taxes for 50% of wages paid from March 13, 2020, to December 31, 2020, up to $10,000 per employee if the employer has a quarter that falls 50% or less in gross receipts below the same quarter last year.

8) FYI on Unemployment:

Here is a summary of some of the temporary changes to unemployment insurance enacted through the Act. A temporary Pandemic Unemployment Assistance program was established through December 31, 2020, to provide payment to those not traditionally eligible for unemployment benefits (self-employed, independent contractors, those with limited work history and others) who are unable to work as a direct result of the coronavirus public health emergency.

We do not, at the current time, know how a self-employed individual would provide documentation on employment.

The Act provides for an additional $600 per week payment to each recipient of unemployment insurance or Pandemic Unemployment Assistance for up to four months - in addition to state unemployment compensation and irrespective of how much the laid off employee is making when they were laid off. It also provides an additional 13 weeks of unemployment benefits through December 31, 2020, to help those who remain unemployed after weeks of state unemployment benefits are no longer available.                                           

APPLYING FOR AN SBA LOAN

PPP loans will be made by SBA-approved lenders, like a bank, and you will apply directly to them. SBA is expected to issue guidance to lenders, including details on how to apply and the criteria SBA will use to determine who will receive loans by April 11 (15 days from signing of the Act), although it may be issued sooner.

Because there is going to be an avalanche of businesses applying for these loans, you should start assembling documentation now to expedite the application process. This is not a comprehensive list, but we suggest getting these items together now so you are ready to apply. Be sure to have all documents in a digital format. All of these documents may not be requested.

Since these loans are SBA 7(a) loans, the forms that you will have to fill out will be similar to SBA Form 1919, so review that form at this time;

Articles of incorporation/organization;

Bylaws/operating agreement;

Documentation verifying payments on mortgage obligations, lease payments and utility payments;

Payroll expense verification documents, including IRS Forms 941 and 944, payroll summary reports and bank statements, summary of payroll benefits;

Trailing twelve-month profit and loss statement, and complete 2019 financials (P&L and Balance Sheet);

Utility statements;

Most recent IRS Form 941 (quarterly Federal Income tax return);

January 2019 through February 2020 payroll expenses;

You may need your business license;

Prior year taxes, if they are complete. If 2019 taxes are not complete, then have 2018 taxes ready in a digital format.

As a reminder, we are not professionals in the finance industry, nor experts on SBA loans, so as we said before, please seek the advice of a professional when making your applications or if you have questions.

These are our best resources that we’ve found at the current time. Please use these direct links as your primary source of information.

Page from our auditor’s website that has a summary on modifications to TCJA

Page from our auditor’s website that has a good chart on the PPL and the EIDL

From the SBA Website

Links to SBA Form that is similar to what will be required

While there will be no requirement for personal guarantors on these loans, it might be good to review this SBA form, which is typically required for an SBA Loan

From the US Chamber of Commerce website:

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act: What Small Businesses Need to Know

A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Apply for an SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan

Again, if you have questions, please reach out to your CPA or loan professionals, as they will surely have more answers than us since they are subject matter experts. We'll get through this!

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Calissa’s Calypso Cocktail

You can order the fixings for this cocktail via Calissa’s takeout menu!

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The Mister Green Smoothie

Alison Burke yoga instructor, is also an owner of the Hamptons based health food cafe Simply Sublime. She shared this super healing green smoothie recipe with us called Mr Green. Perfect when we’re all stuck at home, possibly not feeling our best.

Makes 1 Serving (Use organic if possible)⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ 1/4 banana handful baby spinach a few stems of parsley with leaves 2 leaves fresh basil 2 tsp chia seeds 1 cup ice 8 oz pineapple juice (for thinner use coconut water, for creamier/reduced sugar option use unsweetened almond milk) ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Combine all ingredients in a blender until smooth, adjusting liquids as needed and enjoy! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Optional add-ins: thumbnail-size piece of fresh ginger root or turmeric to help combat inflammation, one tablespoon nut butter to up the protein and healthy fat, a handful fresh or frozen berries to up the fiber and antioxidants.

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Four Methods for Feeling Better

We talked to local therapist Nella Hahn for some really great tips on how to stay calm during a pandemic. We’re going to take all of her advice to heart, read on for her tips...

Experiencing disruption to our daily living routines can be stressful and overwhelming. But dealing with a pandemic of volatile complexity can create a substantially more challenging experience, especially if you have difficulty navigating change, as many of us do. Between sheltering in place, incessant news reports, and unknown futures, it’s no surprise some of us have begun to experience anxiety and depression.

But the bright side is, no matter how out of control it feels, you do have some control. There are simple actions you can take to make the COVID-19 pandemic more tolerable. If you clear your head and view these methods as the simple challenges they are, you will come through this stronger and healthier in the long run. 

THE FOUR METHODS

1. Create a routine or daily schedule to keep you on track. Get out of bed, shower, and dress - even if your attire is super casual. Just don’t stay in your pajamas all day long.

2. Create an exercise regimen if you don’t already have one. Stretch, breathe, lift light weights or just get your heart rate up by running up and down the stairs, in place, or around your yard. It doesn’t matter what you do as long as you do something daily. Consider adding meditation to the mix too, it will help clear your mind.

3. Take in some fresh air. Open your curtains and windows to bring in sunshine and fresh air, and if you’re lucky enough to have a yard or a place to walk while maintaining social distance try to get out there daily.

4. Limit TV newscasts. Staying glued to the sensationalist and doomsday news channels isn’t good for people on a regular day, so it can be detrimental during a crisis. Consider signing up for a morning news email then letting that be it for the day. We like The Skimm, Tag the Flag and the New York Times. They take about 5 minutes to read, then you can feel informed and get on with your day without the compulsion to turn on the tv news. 

While you’re unable to control the path of a virus, you can keep yourself physically prepared. Preparation informs us how to proceed through clarity and calm, while obliterating many negative feelings. Every day is a new beginning. 

xx

Nella

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Cooking Beautifully During a Quarantine

Cooking during lockdown can be therapeutic and comforting, but it can also be super stressful dealing with substitutes, expiration dates, and not wanting to let any scraps go to waste. Our favorite way to deal with the stressors involved with shopping and meal planning in a situation like this is to keep things flexible, and to plan for delicious leftovers. This is less of a recipe, and more of a loose idea to follow to create a few days of simple meals that can be pulled from one flexible grouping of foods.

A GROUPING OF FOODS: See if you can track down these three things... 

1. Some sort of poultry (a whole bird, parts, boneless breasts, even a pork tenderloin works as a substitute!) 2. Potatoes (baking, red, sweet, fingerling, whatever you can find!)  3. Roasting veggies (broccoli, onion, asparagus, peppers, zucchini, cauliflower, whatever you can find that will roast on a cookie sheet)

NIGHT ONE:  1. Cut up your potatoes into bite sized pieces, add some onion if you have it, toss with olive oil, salt and pepper, place your meat top and center, brush with oil and maybe some spices or herbs, whatever you have, and roast.

2. Cut up your roasting veggies, toss with olive oil, maybe some parmesan or spices, and roast on a sheet pan till tender.

NIGHT 2: 1. Chop up your leftover veggies and meat (save the potatoes for tomorrow) and toss with cooked pasta, you can just drizzle some olive oil, lemon or balsamic glaze, sprinkle some cheese, or you can go all out with a hearty cream sauce (fresh or canned, either is fine!) Eat it out of the skillet or bake in the oven with bread crumbs and/or parmesan. This one might even last 2 days if you stretch it!

NIGHT 3:

Those roasted potatoes are the perfect base for ‘breakfast for dinner’ pop them in the oven or toaster oven until sizzling and brown, serve with eggs, or pancakes, or bacon, or sausage, a strata, or frittata, whatever you can find!

And there you go, three nights of good food during lockdown. 

Bon appetit!

xoxo

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Scouted LOCAL Holiday Gifts

Grab your favorite warm bevvie, curl up in a comfy chair, and get ready to take down some notes, because we’ve scoured the Hamptons and have come up with 72 incredible local gifts, for all sorts of people, at all different price points. Many of these shops even sell online, so click right through and add-to-cart! We hope these gifts will inspire you to shop local this holiday season, at these stores and so many others, and maybe grab a little something for yourself while you’re at it...

STOCK UP FOR ALL YOUR HOLIDAY PARTIES!

1. The sisters that own THE HIDDEN GEM in Southampton, Temidra and Tanya Willock, are incredibly talented and actually design many of the beautiful items you’ll find there, like these lobster tea towels. From home decor, to accessories, ornaments and art, this shop really is a treasure to discover.

2. COMERFORD COLLECTION in Bridgehampton is incredibly sophisticated with a mid-century inspired, yet completely unique vibe all their own. These matchsticks have a wonderful back story, go in and ask them how the wood gets its incredible texture. 

3. DESTINATION HAUS in Amagansett is like a beachy-modern art gallery come to life with decor and gift items galore. These statement candles will thrill any hostess with their unique simplicity.

4. SEA GREEN DESIGNS in Southampton is packed full of sustainably designed goodies for the home. Shannon, the owner, works from a place of true respect for our beach environment and an incredible eye for beach home style.

5. WÖLFFER ESTATE wines are always a hit during the holidays. This Merlot has intense, concentrated flavors, balanced with great elegance, finesse and depth, and incredible aging potential. 

6. Coconut at Christmastime? You better believe it! You won’t believe how quickly these TATES Coconut Crisp Cookies will become ‘the best Christmas cookies you’ve ever had’. And with a gluten free option, every hostess can indulge a little. 

7. Pick up a copy of renowned local architect firm Bates Masi’s book at SOUTHAMPTON | SAG HARBOR BOOKS and discover how they developed their signature style, not around an aesthetic, but around a method. The perfect Hamptons coffee table book.

8. If you bring a hostess flowers, do it right. Order a beautiful custom arrangement from SAG HARBOR FLORIST in a container, not wrapped in paper. This way you’re not giving your hostess extra work, and the statement will be very well received. 

9. An elegant spin on a hostess favorite, these twig salad servers from HOMENATURE in Southampton make a beautiful statement that compliments any decor.

EAT, DRINK AND BE MERRY!

1. L & W MARKET in Bridgehampton has so many house made local preserved goods in beautiful packaging perfect for gifting to your favorite local foods loyalist.

2. You can’t go wrong with these 14k gold leaf wine glasses from Amagansett treasure DESTINATION HAUS. Perfectly elegant and luxe.

3. Baked, packaged and sold by adults with special needs, SOUTH FORK BAKERY is a wonderful local non-profit organization, providing skills, employment and a supportive environment for its employees. Plus the baked goods are beyond incredible. 

4. SEA GREEN DESIGNS features beach house decor with both traditional and modern appeal. Just imagine how charcuterie and fruits will pop against this sleek white board. Gorgeous.

5. When buying a gift for someone too sophisticted for words, hit up MONC XIII in Sag Harbor. From the outstanding facade, to the incredible treasures beyond, the most discerning recipient will be quite pleased. Serving a lobster bisque with fine sherry and truffles? This is the ladle for the job.

6. Simple, clean and utilitarian. GANSETT LANE HOME in Amagansett is full of gifts like this decanter, that can’t miss.

7. Launched this past summer, The Bridgehampton Inn Cookbook is already a treasured favorite everywhere. Did you catch Jimmy Fallon raving about the book and the Van Kempen family on the Tonight Show? And LOAVES AND FISHES is a must-go for any foodie on your list.

8. We bought these beautiful little utensils last summer and we use them all the time! THE WEATHERED BARN in Greenport is chock-full of unique artisan and in-house designed treasures for just about everyone on your list.

9. STICK + STONE in Amagansett shares the space in the back of the applied arts building with GRAIN SURFBOARDS. Aynsley and Brian are so talented and down to earth and the treasures you’ll find are true artisan quality. Whether you hit one of their holiday markets or just pop by, make this a must-go stop on your holiday list.

A LITTLE SOMETHING FOR THE LADIES

1. SATORI has been in Sag Harbor forever, and Lee Ann Bulgin has done such a wonderful job with the space. Open, clean and inviting, and full of finds like this soft-as-heaven purple hat.

2. HIDDEN GEM in Southampton isn’t just home decor and art, you’ll find some gorgeous little accessories there too!

3. NATUROPATHICA started in East Hampton about 20 years ago and is now a nationally renowned brand. The calendula cream is epically luxe and their gift sets are priced right. A perfect introduction to the brand for a beauty aficionado.

4. We’re so lucky to have DR. KEN MARK right here in Southampton. Nationally celebrated for his innovative skin cancer and cosmetic dermatology practice, he has also designed one of the most advanced and effective skin care lines available. Stop in his office to discover what all the local celebrities are raving about.

5. Local favorite clothing store GLORIA JEWEL was the dream of hard working womanpreneur Megan Chiarello. She makes you feel so welcome, and helps you find all the perfect gifts for your loved ones (and maybe a little something for yourself too)

6. We love WÖLFFER, everyone loves WÖLFFER. Have you tried this playful pink gin? Made with the skins of harvested grapes, without too much juniper, it has a delicate yet complex palate. Perfect for a dry Holiday martini, and that label though, divine. She will love it.

7. We just can’t handle the beauty of this purple pom throw by SHED TEXTILE. It’s just beyond words, and is destined to be a treasure for any lucky recipient.

8. Every girl deserves a little boho shimmer during the holidays. These knotted bags at JOEY WÖLFFER in Sag Harbor are selling out fast, so get over there now!

9. These INTO THE WOODS gems were the ‘it’ bags of the summer, but don’t write them off for winter! These deep jewel tones are stunning paired with cashmere and fur. And she can bring them along on her winter vacation too!

HORSES AND PUPPIES AND BIRDS, OH MY!

1. You never know what you’ll find at ENGLISH COUNTRY HOME in Bridgehampton, but what we do know is that you’ll find some of the most elegant, unusual and precious home decor, new and vintage, that you’ll ever see, like this butter dish.

2. Local artist JACKIE MALONEY is a nature lover and it shows. Her watercolor prints feature birds, fish, and all sorts of local wildlife, and they’re incredibly affordable so grab a few!

3. Feuds are ‘for the dogs’, but not when It’s Boston vs. NYC in the cutest way possible. ACK V HAMPS is notorious for their playful Nantucket vs. The Hamptons watercolor art, and this sweet print takes it next level. Woof!

4. The folks at SYLVESTER & CO in Sag Harbor definitely have a thing for dogs. If you love your furry friend, or you’re shopping for someone who does, get over there and check out their adorable wares like this set of mugs. Obsessed.

5. RUBY BEETS in Sag Harbor is full of breathtaking vintage finds and custom pieces. This Hobbyhorse would make a stunning addition for any home.

6. Newcomer BOWTIE PET CLUB has some truly adorable finds for your furry friends. Woof Cliquot anyone? Don’t mind if we do!

7. Know someone who has a resident dog, and an empty coffee table? I think you’ve found the perfect match. HOMENATURE in Southampton is full of nature inspired treasures and some cute canine finds too.

8. You don’t have to be an equestrian to appreciate the style of this chic wrap bracelet. THE TACK TRUNK in Amagansett has so many brands and items you won’t find anywhere else in the Hamptons, so get over there for your favorite horse lover quick!

9. Who doesn’t love MECOX GARDENS and their grand, garden-chic decor? Want to splurge on your favorite canine enthusiast? These greyhounds are royally elegant, yet simultaneously adorable.

THE KEY TO HER HEART...

1. Is there anything cooler than fossilized, prehistoric shark teeth covered in silver and gold? We think not. FIN Montauk has you covered.

2. JENNIFER MILLER opened her Southampton boutique in 2004 and since then has acquired a loyal celebrity following. Her upscale, yet super wearable and fun designs are always treasured. 

3. LOVE ADORNED in Amagansett has the sweetest most delicate, hand crafted pieces at all different price points, like this ring. It’s the perfect stop for a little something special for that special someone.

4. GLENN BRADFORD in Southampton has very cool designer vintage pieces mixed with his own designs, with themes ranging from spiritual to tattoo like this key charm (each charm sold separately).

5. Local boho chic royalty, JOEY WÖLFFER, mixes a curated selection of awe inspiring pieces (like these earrings) with her own designs at her shop in Sag Harbor. Plus her authentic and cool vibe keeps her fanbase loyal.

6. Some pieces, like this LOVE necklace, are just so perfect and sweet you want to wear them every day. Megan Chiarello of GLORIA JEWEL is so good at finding the things that make you feel good inside and out. 

7. Local artisan BLUE FEATHER WEATHER handcrafts classic sterling and turquoise jewelry by hand. These Pilot Mountain Turquoise rings are made with beautiful stones harvested in Arizona. Reach out through IG for purchase info.

8. Eleni Preston of MADE SAG HARBOR is a goldsmith with GIA accreditation who has been working with Biwa, Keshi and natural pearls since 1980. For her, making jewelry is a holistic way of producing from a pure material, precious and non-precious stones, in a circular, regenerative way.

9. From internationally renowned jewelry designer TAMARA COMOLLI, this Mikado Flamenco in the color story Sky consists of light blue Sky Topaz, electric Swiss Topaz and moody London Topaz. It perfectly captures the deep and endless feeling of blue skies.

PARENTS WILL APPRECIATE THESE GIFTS AS MUCH AS THE KIDS...

1. PETIT BLUE in East Hampton has a wonderfully curated selection of gifts for kids of all ages, We’re obsessed with the style of this ride on, it will instantly elevate any playroom, besides being a ton of fun.

2. Don’t forget to grab you some Freezy Freakies at FLYING POINT SURF! Just took you back to childhood for a minute there didn’t we?

3. ETHEL + ROW in Sag Harbor has a wonderful selection of gifts that will make mom and dad just as happy as the wee ones. Every playroom needs a teepee for hiding, reading and storytelling.

4. FLYING POINT SURF always has great stuff for the kids so we had to pick 2 loves in this category, this little hoodie is nothing short of adorable.

5. GOOD Westhampton has gifts for everyone on your list including the wee ones. What’s cuter than a tiny Hamptons onesie? Not much.

6. STEVENSONS in Southampton has an incredible selection of wooden toys, classic stuff, popular and unique toys, plush, ride ons, legos, puzzles, stocking stuffers and so much more. This house is destined to be a hit.

7. This critically acclaimed children’s book by Jimmy Kimmel will bring the silly out of any serious goose. BOOKHAMPTON has a gift for everyone on your list.

8. EGG New York in Southampton has some of the cutest baby duds around and this little love hat is no exception.

9. The 3 young opera singers who launched THE OPERA DOLLS this summer started it with the goal of making opera tangible, relevant, and accessible to young audiences and beyond. Follow their adventures in Kenya and Europe on social media.

STUMPED FOR WHAT TO GET HIM?

1. If your dude is a dad, aspires to dad fashion, or just really likes MONTAUK HARD LABEL WHISKEY, then this hat is the gift for him.

2. Is he feeling a little cranky and rough around the edges? Soften up your man with CBD salt scrub from local MMJ pioneers HEMP IN THE HAMPTONS (by Hampton Medi Spa)

3. Does your guy live in Quogue, live near Quogue, or just love Quogue? Then you need to swing into THE QUOGUE SHOP. They have all sorts of cute and preppy Q items, like this belt, for your favorite “west of the canal” dude.

4. Morris & Sons in Southampton has some seriously dapper duds. We’re obsessed with this hunter green tie.

5. WHITEWATER OUTFITTERS isn’t just for hard core fishermen (I mean, it’s for them too) but you can pick up all sorts of cool gear and accessories for your manly man there. We love this Grundens Cap and he will too.

6. Is your guy elegant and manly? Or does he aspire to be? This Yak Horn from DESTINATION HAUS is about to make his desk, or bookcase, or nightstand the coolest spot in the house. 

7. Has he been good this year? I mean, really good? Let the friendly staff at LONDON JEWELERS help you pick out the perfect timepiece for your perfect gentleman, we happen to be fans of Panerai.

8. Is there anything tougher and cooler than a good Carhartt? He doesn’t need to be outdoorsy or mechanically inclined to enjoy the warmth and ruggedness of this classic jacket. Keep it local and pick one up for a good price at FISHER SIGNS AND SHIRTS in Southampton.

9. Again, for the win, SYLVESTER & CO in Sag Harbor has gifts for dogs and dudes too! This Man Can is perfect for when you’re feeling stumped.

10. We’re all stoked about the return of the Sag Harbor Cinema, and you can find branded goods throughout the village but even bigger names are getting in on the action. This cap from BONGIORNO supports the restoration project and flaunts your love of local.

FOR THE QUIRKY, WILD, AND YOUNG AT HEART...

1. A first edition JRR Tolkein? C’mon, you know there’s someone in your life that would give their first born for this one. Find it at SOUTHAMPTON BOOKS.

2. The Holidays are a great time to get a book that helps you recover from over indulging. 

3. Morgan & Kydd makes the most beautiful handcrafted paper goods, this just might be our favorite card this season.

4. For a textile based company, St Frank definitely has a quirky affinity for the unusual. This one is for the sophisticated yet slightly dangerous crowd.

5. Wyeth has incredible style, and these bookends are no exception. An elegant statement for the bold aesthete.

6. RBG on the tree? Count us in.

7. Could anything be more seasonally appropriate and less cliché at the same time than Nordic Tales? This book is a stunner.

8. Subtle and earthy, this keychain from LOVE ADORNED pays homage to the 60′s and/or maybe your high school days. Yup those are magic mushrooms. 

9. LEVAIN BAKERY in Wainscott has the biggest, softest gooiest cookies on the planet, and they ship!

10. The overlap area between entertainment and decor is a sweet spot for everyone. MECOX for the Domino game win.

So that’s it folks! One thoughtful gift is always better than a bunch of big box sale stuff. There are great gifts to be found all over the North and South Forks at all different price points. Buying locally is a more enjoyable experience than the big chains, you find better, more unique stuff, you get to meet interesting people, hear stories about what you buy, and you actually help your community. Keep the following “Pick 3 Spend 50″ rule in mind as you shop this month, and always...

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THE 3 ESSENTIALS OF TRANSITIONING TO FALL

Fall is the time of year when interiors need to transition to a warmer, cozier feeling. Shannon Willey from Sea Green Designs in Southampton gives us the only three words we need to keep in mind when sprucing up for Fall.

TEXTURE

Blankets and pillows are the definition of cozy. In the summer we like cottons and canvas but in the fall it’s time to swap those cool fabrics out for some texture. Grab a few throw blankets and pillows in mohair and soft spun wools and you’ve just made Autumn magic happen in the blink of an eye.

COLOR

Choose your textured accessories in deeper hues that compliment your existing decor. A big mistake is switching right over to orange accessories because pumpkins are orange. If your summer decor is watery greens and blues, choose your textured fall pieces in deep aqua, teal and navy. The whole thing will feel more seamless and less forced.

FIRE

As the days get shorter, and chillier, it's also a great time to break out the candles to create a warm glow. Cluster pillars in a fireplace, on mantels and on a coffee table. Smaller candles look perfect lined up along the center of the dining table. 

And that’s it, texture, color and fire. It really is that easy. Now sit back, relax and enjoy your new cozy space.

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YOUR 2020 EAST END WEDDING, SIMPLIFIED

Congrats on your engagement! It’s one thing to know that you want a wedding on the East End of Long Island, and another thing entirely to know how to pull it off successfully. Here are a few tips that should set you off in the right direction...

DECISIONS, DECISIONS: NORTH FORK VS SOUTH FORK  The vibes on the two forks couldn’t be more different, but they remain equally desirable and beautiful. The South Fork is home to your traditional Hamptons weddings; ocean beach ceremonies under canopies of flowers, big rolling estate lawns, white vintage Rolls Royces and white hydrangea everywhere. 

Then the North Fork has its own unique vibe, sort of a rosé infused, organic lavender farm, vintage pickup truck, chalkboard vibe. It’s country-chic at its finest. This article from Brides Magazine will give you the gist.

TIMING

Although it’s typically recommended to start planning 12 - 18 months in advance, in a pinch, you can pull off a nice East End wedding in 6-9. You will likely need to make some compromises on the details because certain vendors and venues might be booked, but don’t be discouraged, it’s still possible you’ll find another you love just as much because there are just so many resources to pull from. I planned my own October Hamptons wedding in 9 months and it was so memorable. This article from The Knot will help you pick the time of year that suits you best. 

If you’re in a time crunch and you’re feeling the Hamptons vibe, a pro-tip is to go with a venue that can handle food, accommodations, rentals, cakes and more. This keeps the planning streamlined and you end up paying less for a venue when the food & beverage is part of the same package (it’s like having a party in a restaurant as opposed to renting a venue and hiring a caterer). Gurneys resorts (now there are 2, OG on the ocean and the Yacht Club down the road) does just this. This is the only case in which I’d recommend you reach out to the venue first. They have their own planners onsite (their staff is extraordinarily accommodating and professional) and they can recommend off premises vendors for any missing pieces that they don’t provide (such as floral, where they will recommend local vendors such as Sag Harbor Florist) In all other cases we recommend you reach out to a good planner first.

NORTH FORK WEDDINGS

So you’ve decided the country vibe of the North Fork is your jam. Now is the time to reach out to a wedding planner that specializes in events on the North Fork such as Ashley O’Neil. She will listen to your vision and time frame goals and guide you every step of the way. You’ll have all different types of venues (waterfront, farm, winery, estate) to pick from, gorgeous decor choices, incredible food such as Lombardis Love Lane Market and so much more. Once you get your dates and your planner set, you are on your way. Congratulations!

SOUTH FORK WEDDINGS

The same goes for your Hamptons wedding, come up with a general idea of what your timeline is and the vibe you’re looking for and find a planner that can make the magic happen, such as Jill Gordon and she will guide you in the right direction. We recommend checking out venues such as Baker House 1650 and The Inn At Windmill Lane where you get a grand vibe and beautiful onsite suites for your guests, or Hampton Maid for a charming ‘home away from home’ feel with a variety of beautiful rooms and suites with incredible onsite breakfast. Also consider The Parrish Art Museum and the ocean beaches for that quintessential Hamptons vibe. But always defer to your planner, they will make all the best recommendations for you.

DETAILS

Sometimes just a couple of creative details that really speak to your sensibilities can make all the difference. For a cool chic vintage vibe check out Bubbles and Brews Prosecco Vans, they will even keg your favorite spirit such as an old fashioned or martini. Open fire cooking such as Panoram Argentinian Asado or Homeslice Pizza add a very cool vibe to your reception, and the smell of the open fire grilling can’t be beat. For chic mobile lounges, glamping tents and fire pits check out Terra Glamping. Maybe the vibrant floral design of Lilee Fell is your thing, or maybe it’s the chalkboard art of Kara Hoblin. Whatever it is that makes your soul happy, that’s what you should splurge on. This is your day.

BUDGET

It’s easy to spend upwards of $100k when planning the perfect East End wedding. The best venues alone can start at $20k+, food can easily be $200+ per person and that doesn’t account for rentals, lodging, photography/video, floral and decor. But, that doesn’t mean you can’t call a planner with half that budget and end end up with something beautiful. Let them lead the way, consider off-peak times and other ways to save. Even further down the frugal line you can pull off a simple ceremony at a town hall or outdoors and a reception at a great local restaurant such as Cowfish for less than 100 people and come in at around $10k (if you’re a little creative and lot frugal) And if you don’t register for gifts, you’ll end up with mostly cash, which you can put toward the wedding costs and whoosh... you break even! That’s what I personally did and I don’t regret it for a second. You just need to make sure that you’re spending smartly, splurging on the things that matter most to you, and you’re making the memories that you want to last a lifetime. Also, don’t cheap out on photos and video, you’ll regret it forever.

xx

Hannah

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IS SEARCHING ONLINE REALLY THE BEST WAY TO FIND DOMESTIC HELP?

Your house manager just quit, your nanny is out with the flu and you have a huge anniversary party coming up at your second home that you need to staff without being there in person! Oh dear. What do you do? You could call your friends, but seldom will they give up the names of their best help. You can do a search online, use a few different sites for different services in different regions, piece a plan together and hope for the best. But can you really feel confident that there won't be a disaster? 

Nicole Fahrenholz of Leeward Staffing has heard more than her share of horror stories about staffing gone awry when it's not managed properly. "Especially when people travel frequently between different countries or states, it's hard to keep good staff with you at all times, and to replace them seamlessly when you lose someone. There's a personality to this business that can't be 100% managed online, and that's why, in addition to our easy to search website, we take a concierge approach. You can just call us, you don't need to click around in a panic if that's not how you work best" says Fahrenholz. "We started this company to remedy what is wrong with modern day staffing, to ensure that no matter where you are, you have what you need, and you're only just a phone call away from resolving all your staffing problems."

Leeward Staffing 888.968.8656

Keep this number in your back pocket for the next time you need help, of just about any kind (lord knows we could all use some good help)

If you’re a professional (wellness, chef, nanny, house manager etc) with great credentials seeking employment, give them a call today.

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Planning The Ultimate East End Staycation

For those of us who live in the Hamptons year round, it’s so easy to get entrenched in our routines, working hard, and slightly resenting the visitors who seem to be so carefree. We often feel like we need to go far away, for a long vacation to recuperate and energize, but what’s so amazing about living here is that we have access to the ultimate staycations if we play our cards right. Here are some insider tips on how to make a Hamptons staycation just as effective as a vacation away...

SPLURGE FOR THE HOTEL: Mistake #1 is foregoing a hotel because it seems silly to pay to stay someplace a drive away from home. DO IT! You will feel like you’re a lifetime away from home if you pick someplace special and new. You’ll get over the silliness factor quickly once you check-in, grab a cocktail with a gorgeous view, and catch that feeling of ‘nothing to do’. Ahhhhh...

Photo: Gurneys Montauk (an ultimate staycation pick to the East)

More Ultimate Staycation Hotel Picks: Baker House 1650 in East Hampton Hampton Maid in Hampton Bays The Inn at Windmill Lane in Amagansett The Gallery Hotel in Greenport

PICK THE RIGHT VILLAGE: If you live in Quogue, head out to Montauk or to Greenport. If you live in East Hampton, pick Westhampton Beach. Get out of your regular zone. Where haven’t you been in a while? Where’s that restaurant you’ve been meaning to go to, but haven’t yet (note to self, Showfish) that’s where to go!

Photo: Hampton Maid (an ultimate staycation pick to the West)

MAKE IT A LONG WEEKEND: Take an extra day, be it Friday or Monday. That one extra day doesn’t dip hard into your stash of vacation days at work, but it really does make a huge difference when you’re taking a recharge weekend. 

YES RESERVATIONS: Don’t plan to ‘play it by ear’, that’s exactly how to fall back into a rut of waiting till the last second and going to the same places you always go to. That’s the opposite of what a staycation is supposed to be. Make some reservations at those spas and special restaurants, buy some tickets to a show at Guild Hall, Bay Street or WHBPAC. Make MORE reservations than you would if you went away to a new place, because there, everything is new, on a staycation you need to be selective about what will create new memories, and what will just feel like ‘just another day at home’.

Photo: Naturopathica (an ultimate staycation spa)

UNPLUG: Put that ‘Out Of Office’ notification on your email, turn the damn thing off, and don’t bring your laptop to the hotel. Everyone deserves some real downtime, even on a staycation. And if you see your boss or clients while you’re out enjoying yourself, either do the old ‘duck and hide’ or just tell them you’re officially ‘on staycation’ and can’t talk about work (we prefer the old ‘duck and hide’ though). Pro-tip: Consider buying a little digital camera so you can still take selfies without your phone, or just put it on airplane mode. Whatever your method, just put it away and live in the moment.

SHOP LOCAL: The villages this time of year are unbeatable. No crowds, lots of beautiful local shops all stocked up, amazing sales, and everyone is happy because they found a parking spot, and they have room to breathe, and life is good. Be sure to hit the independently owned shops, that’s how to support the community in a real grassroots way.

Ultimate Staycation Local Shopping Picks: Gloria Jewel, Amagansett, Bridgehampton, Westhampton Beach Destination Haus, Amagansett Amagansett Square, Amagansett English Country Antiques, Bridgehampton Sea Green Designs, Southampton Satori, Sag Harbor Sunny, Sag Harbor Sylvester & Co, Sag Harbor The Weathered Barn, Greenport Collette Consignment, Bridgehampton, Southampton Tamara Comolli, Southampton East Hampton Gardens, East Hampton Gansett Lane Home, Amagansett

IMBIBE AND INDULGE: This is a vacation, so put down the green juice, get off the spin bike and go indulge a little. What’s your vice? Ice cream? Bourbon? Ice cream in bourbon? Whatever it is, go get it!

Ultimate Staycation Imbibe and Indulge Spots: Channing Daughters Winery, Bridgehampton Buddha Berry, Sag Harbor The Bar At Topping Rose House, Bridgehampton Stephen Talkhouse, Amagansett Dockers Waterside, East Quogue Almond Bar, Bridgehampton North Fork Donut Company, Mattituck

Wherever it is you decide to go, however you indulge, the most important part of a good staycation is treating it like a real vacation, not a real vacation’s small and sad cousin. Get out there and spend, eat, drink, party, sleep in, and treat yo-self for a few days. If you live in the Hamptons year round, you definitely deserve it. 

xx