HAMPTONS Summer Guide 2021

HAMPTONS

Summer Guide 2021

The Hamptons are finally back in full swing for Summer 2021. This season, explore some of the East End’s hotspots, where you will find some of the finest restaurants, the ideal family staycation, top charity and social events, and stunning art galleries. Here is a look at some highlights on what to look forward to this Summer!

By Norah Bradford

The perfect summer vacation starts at Southampton Inn. The classically charming establishment has 90 guest rooms with unique décor, individual temperature control, sparkling tiled bathrooms, refrigerators, and complimentary Wi-Fi. The grounds consist of several acres of manicured lawns and gardens, with amenities that everyone can enjoy, including a 50-foot heated outdoor pool, an all-weather tennis court, croquet and volleyball, a game room for all ages, and one of Southampton’s favorite eateries - Claude’s Restaurant. southamptoninn.com After checking-in, get out and about and have a phenomenal experience on the East End.

Union Burger Bar in Southampton offers an assortment of specialty gourmet burgers, fresh hand-cut fries, maniacal milkshakes and desserts, as well as an elaborate craft beer and small batch bourbon selection. Restaurateur and owner Ian Duke with award-winning Executive Chef Scott Kampf are excited to introduce the new culinary offering to the year-round dining staple of the village. unionburgerbar.com

The Hamptons popular ghost kitchen popup, The Coop, now has a new permanent home at Union Burger Bar. Restaurateurs Ian Duke and David Hilty introduced the simply “scrumptious” chicken out of Southampton Social Club last year. Now in 2021, customers can expect the same outstanding variety of fried and rotisserie chicken options with a wide assortment of sides.

Union Sushi & Steak in Southampton is an exquisite restaurant that boasts meals and service fit for royalty. Sushi options are delectable. And USDA prime steaks and cuts are praised in the Hamptons. Scrumptious delights will be discovered with their Dry Aged Bone in Rib Eye and Australian Grass Fed Lamb Chops. dineatunion.com

T-Bar Southampton has made a return under the watchful eye of restaurateur Tony Fortuna and Executive Chef Ben Zwicker. The new spin on the classic upscale steak house features a menu with a wide range of dishes ranging from well-cooked renditions of classics to refined and inventive plates. Each provides the ultimate dining experience. tbar2gosouthampton.com

Southampton Social Club sets the standard and energy for a season of dining, drinks and dancing. Enjoy an al fresco menu under the stars with kitchen delights from Executive Chef Scott Kampf. Cabanas on the backyard lawn will have music and service highlighting a cocktail program with new tasty concoctions. southamptonsocialclub.com Salvatore Biundo and his family-owned Italian eatery Centro Trattoria & Bar is the ultimate farm-to-fork Italian restaurant in Hampton Bays. His elevated style has created a fresh take on old world tastes. And, to complement a special meal exquisite Pesce, Carne and Pollo add to your ultimate dining experience. centrohamptons.com

The sister restaurant in town, Salvatore’s, is a casual eatery that offers your favorite style pizzas, heroes and sandwiches from their oven. Be sure to check out a special happy hour Wednesdays to Fridays from 4 p.m. to 6 pm. that highlights $10 personal pizzas, wine by the glass and $5 draft beers. salvatoresofthehamptons.com French cuisine can be experienced this summer at Demarchelier Bistro in Greenport. Situated in the charming shopping village, the latest incarnation of the former Upper East Side restaurant pays tribute to all the charms and sophistication of France with a unique American twist. Family owned and operated, Demarchelier Bistro creates a rich and dynamic environment that demonstrates divine menu selections, stellar service and rich cultural expressions. demarchelierrestaurant.com

When not at the beach you can play golf at Hampton Hills Golf & Country Club in the month of July in Westhampton Beach. The wooded setting allows members to escape the rush of the city in favor of peaceful competition against a challenging golf course. hamptonhills.com

You might also just want to kick back and read in between all the hot happenings. Relax and learn with author Leesa Rowland’s new motivational book “The Charisma Factor: Unlock the Secrets of Magnetic Charm and Personal Influence in Your Life.” Leesarowland.net

Richard Perry’s “Cloud Nine: Memoirs of a Record Producer” is a stimulating look at the Special Merit GRAMMY Award recipient’s work with legendary performers such as Barbra Streisand, Carly Simon, Ringo Starr, Harry Nilsson, Leo Sayer, Rod Stewart, Art Gartfunkel and the Pointer Sisters. richardperrymusic.com

And, be sure to mark your calendars for some exquisite Hamptons events. On July 10, Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation will hold their 17th Annual Hamptons Happening. The special night will be full of great music and delicious food. Congratulatory moments for participants in the first ever Global Walk to Flatten the Cancer Curve will also be celebrated. Event committee member Maria Fishel and Kenneth Fishel will host the ticketed fundraiser on their estate in Bridgehampton. waxmancancer.org

On August 20, Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation Collaborating for a Cure Luncheon will take place at T-Bar Southampton. Guests at the ticketed event will indulge in amazing food and a great talk with featured guest fashion designer Kobi Halperin. tbar2gosouthampton.com, waxmancancer.org Southampton Animal Shelter’s annual Unconditional Love Gala will take place on August 21 to benefit the community’s animal shelter. Honorary board member, Jean Shafiroff, will help host the night of cocktails, dinner, dancing and pure fun. southamptonanimalshelter.com Finally on August 28 the Prostate Cancer Foundation will hold their annual Hamptons gala to fund groundbreaking discoveries in cancer research. Founder Michael Milken will emcee the night under the beautiful Hamptons stars.pcf.org

As one of the unofficial art capitals of the Summer in the Northeast, the Hamptons are home to some of the top art galleries and artists, including Walter Sternlieb. A designer, builder, woodworker, master craftsman, and industrial artist, Sternlieb designs beautiful 3-dimensional wood structures. The wood from which his art is constructed is carefully chosen and finished with a keen eye to detail prior to him applying his design. Visit his gallery A is for Art at 60 Jobs Lane, Southampton, NY.