2015 Summer Issue

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

LET TER FROM THE PUBLISHER

the

THE MUST HAVE, MUST GO, MUST KNOW

magazine PUBLISHER Joanne Lifavi ART DIRECTOR Jennie Alberto CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Patricia Thomas Michaela Connors Matthew Ambrosio Chris Cadone Stephanie Deckert Racanelli SPECIAL THANKS TO Vicki Jauron Babylon and Beyond Photography for contributing photos The Best of Sun, Sand & Surf For more photos, visit her work online babylonandbeyond.photoshelter.com

2 COVER STORY Marine Max

ALSO IN THIS ISSUE...

8 AN ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE

LIST PICKS AUTO 3, 10, 11 BOATING 2, 20 PET CARE 30 HEALTH & WELLNESS 29 HOME & GARDEN 7, 8, 9, 31, BC HAIR & BEAUTY 20 REAL ESTATE 4, 21 RESTAURANT / CAFE / NIGHTLIFE 10, 13, 14, 15, 18, 19, 22, 23, 24, 25 SHOPPING & GIFTS 21, 26, 27, 28 SUMMER SPORTS 13

12 18 20 22 23 27

MUST KNOW Summer Bucket List Get on the Water Dine & Dock on Long Island Meet the Merchant Frank & Maria's Local Farmer's Markets Good Reads

MUST GO 16 Your Guide to Summer Fun 17 Sun, Sand & Surf HEALTH MATTERS 24 FitList Summer Fit Tips MAN-UAL 26 Local Shopping Cool Local Summertime Threads RECIPES 14 Ceviche

INTERNS Melanie Zerah Michelle Lifavi TO ADVERTISE Call 917.559.7821 or email joanne@thelistmagazine.com

HERE IS TO YOU AND I LIVING ON AN ISLAND IN THE SUMMER TIME.

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We cannot be held responsible for individual differences of opinion. The publisher will not be responsible for errors in advertising beyond the cost of the space occupied by the error, and such responsibility, if any, shall be limited to the first use of advertising in the case of repeated use. The publisher reserves the right to edit or reject any advertising at its sole discretion. The advertiser shall represent that all art work and copy provided by the advertiser is owned by the advertiser and it has the right to utilize such in this publication.

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Long Island is surrounded by 400 miles of coastline, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, two shore lines, a car-free beach getaway, hundreds of fabulous restaurants and many quaint and beautiful towns.

Our spirits are high as we start filling up our calendars with long weekend getaways.

Luckily for us, we don’t have to travel far to enjoy some fun in the sun. As the summer rolls in, there’s no shortage of exciting things to do right here on long island.

In this issue, we recommend contractors for your home projects, restaurants to enjoy, merchants to shop in and lists of information for your recreation. Look on page 12 for your summer bucket list to hold onto this season and see how many activities you will be able to check off this summer.

Here is to making this a spectacular summer for you and your loved ones.

Enjoy it and see you at the beach. xo

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AN AT TITUDE OF GR ATITUDE

an Attitude of Gratitude

by Patricia Thomas

I have come to the conclusion that winter is not my favorite season. Don’t get me wrong, but having four seasons makes you appreciate one of the seasons more than the other three. I enjoy spring and the “greening up” of the flora and fauna, being able to open the windows in the house and letting the fresh air in. Even the spring cleaning gets my mood up and the energy flowing, but my favorite season is summer.

Summertime and the living is easy, as the old song goes. I feel so appreciative to live on an island, Long Island specifically, that is so close to New York City AND the Hamptons, Montauk and the North and South fork. Here in Bay Shore and Brightwaters, even more specifically, we have the Great South Bay and the ocean, the ferries to Fire Island and the railroad to Broadway shows. The summertime is the best time to enjoy it all!

My son is home from college for the summer and I want to spend some quality time with him before he goes abroad to study psychology in Copenhagen for the fall semester. So we kicked off the Memorial Day weekend going to the Bay Shore parade and then had

a barbecue with family and friends.

It was nice that we got together and enjoyed one another’s company and it did not cost a fortune. Everyone offered to bring something to the party, so it was a potluck fiesta!

That way stress levels were low for all and everyone felt better about contributing to the event somehow.

This summer I also bought one of those New York State park access passes (Empire Pass) for my car, so we can go to the beach whenever it is possible. The pass is also good to gain entry to any of the New York State parks, like Belmont State Park for a reunion picnic, or if you are planning on going camping at Hither Hills State Park in Montauk.

After seven visits, you have more than paid for the pass.

Shh, do not tell them yet but I have a week planned on Fire Island as a family unit, at a friend’s rental house, so that we can relax, unwind and slow life down a little bit. (Renting a house on Fire Island was on my bucket list). Sometimes we really need to be with our loved ones with nothing planned but sunshine (hopefully) and togetherness.

Spending quality time with your family does not mean you have to spend a lot of money this summer.

Even crossing something off your bucket list can be affordable. Reach out to friends and relatives and spend the best summer ever here. I am so grateful I was able to do this for my family.

Enjoy you summer and always have an attitude of gratitude!

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MUST KNOW

SUMMER BUCKET LIST

BACKGROUND PHOTO CREDIT VICKI JAURON

See how many of these activities you will check off the bucket list this season: ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐

Watch fireworks Have dinner on the beach Watch the sunset Star gaze Hang by a firepit at night Watch the sunrise Make an herb garden Do some backyard landscaping Go to Splish Splash with H2GO Pass Hang out poolside with a good book Find a new favorite cocktail Cheese, crackers & drinks in the yard Get sand in your toes Take the kids to an aquarium Go to a museum Ride your bike somewhere far Go out for ice cream (Ralph's?)

Do some blogging Raise your adrenaline Adventure park!

Go on the new Turbulence Rollercoaster Visit a light house Explore new parks

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Have a picnic Play volleyball in the sand Rent a canoe or kayak Go on a hike Walk a mile on the beach Walk along a board walk Go to a street fair Go to an outdoor concert Watch live music on the beach Eat lobster Have ceviche Do a good deed Go sailing Take the ferry to Connecticut Carousel in Greenport or Garden City Go on a party boat Get wet Go to Fire Island for dinner Window shop for boats Stay overnight on Fire Island Play in the ocean waves Walk through a lavender field Go fishing

☐ Montauk ☐ Hamptons ☐ Greenport ☐ Long Beach ☐ Try stand up paddle boarding ☐ Go to a reggae party ☐ Take a trip upstate ☐ Go jet skiing ☐ Take lots of pictures! ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐

Bar hop on the Nautical Mile Take a road trip Take an afternoon nap Catch fireflies Spend the day in the city Walk through Central Park Watch the Perseids meteor shower Watch a game (Baseball anyone?)

Visit Brooklyn Brewery Go camping Go wine tasting Go to the Bronx Zoo Make S'mores over campfire Take a wine bus tour with friends Nature walk through an arboretum Lunch & shopping in Oyster Bay Be a tourist in your own town

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Stop at a farm stand Change up the BBQ Host a party Make fresh lemonade Move your workouts outside Try some oysters Watch a movie outdoors BYOB for dinner restaurants Stay home all day and watch movies Kiss someone in the rain Test drive a new car or boat Have a date night with your honey Spend quality time with family Make someone smile

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This recipe is super fresh and delicious. I make it often in the summer months when the local fish is in season. Don't be afraid that no cooking is needed, the acid in the limes will "cook" the flesh, changing the color and texture. When it's done, the fish will be softer and opaque. Always remember to cut your ingredients uniformly and always use the freshest fish available.

Ingredients: • 6 small fluke filets (only the freshest fish will do) Cleaned and dried, cut into 1" chunks

• 3 tbsp finely diced red onion

• 2 plum tomatoes-seeded and diced

• 2 tsp kosher salt

• 2 green scallions, chopped finely • ½ english cucumber, seeded and ½" diced • ½ red and ½ yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped.

Directions:

• 1/4 tsp chopped cilantro • The juice of 4 large limes • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar

Combine all ingredients and gently mix. Let sit in the refrigerator for up to an hour, until the fish is softer and appears opaque. Gently mix again before serving and enjoy! Serve cold with chips of your choice.

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Your Guide for Summer Fun LIVE MUSIC, OUTDOOR DINING, FESTIVALS, FIREWORKS AND MORE!

FESTIVALS & CONCERTS

FIREWORK SHOWS JULY 11-12

JUNE 27 • 4PM

Beerfields

The Long Island Summer Festival

Pennysaver Amphitheatre beerfieldsny.com

Pennysaver Amphitheatre See line up at longislandsummerfestival.com

JULY 3 • 7PM

JULY 15 • 6:30

The Beach Boys

East Bound Freight Bluegrass

Guild Hall, East Hampton 631.324.0806

Harborfront Park, Port Jefferson portjeff.com

JULY 10 • 7:30PM

JULY 16-19

Re-live “Elvis”

Stago’s at the Orchard, Glen Cove JULY 10 • 8PM

The Ultimate Eagles Tribute Performance by Fast Lane Theatre Three, Port Jefferson JULY 11 • 8PM

Long Island Philharmonic & Firework Show Hecksher State Park Free Concert

Great South Bay Music Festival

Shorefront Park, Patchogue Features 50+ acts on four stages over three days greatsouthbaymusicfestival.com AUGUST 4 • 8PM

Billy Joel

Nassau Coliseum ticketmaster.com AUGUST 15 • 12-7PM

Long Island Bluegrass Festival Waterfront Tanner Park, Copiague

OUTDOOR DINING & LIVE MUSIC The Beach Hut

Nicky’s on the Bay

Cedar Beach, Babylon VARIOUS DATES see full schedule at thebeachhuts.com

Bay Shore TUES, THURS, FRI, SUN see full schedule at nickysonthebay.com

Surfs Out

View Restaurant

Kismet, Fire Island WEEKENDS see full schedule at surfsout.com

Oakdale TROPICAL THURSDAYS STARTS AT 7PM see full schedule at viewoakdale.com

Flynn’s

Ocean Bay Park, Fire Island WEEKENDS SUNDAY REGGAE PARTY see full schedule at flynnsfireislandny.com

The Pavilion at Sunken Meadow

Dockers Waterside

668 The Gigshack

Sunken Meadow State Park SEAFOOD FEST WEDNESDAYS see full schedule at lessings.com

Dune Road, East Quogue TUES, FRI, SUN 631-653-0653 see full schedule at dockerswaterside.com

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Main Street, Montauk FRIDAYS call for more info 631-668-2727 668thegigshack.com

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East Hampton The Devon Yacht Club SATURDAY, JULY 4 • 9:15 PM

Fireworks viewable from Three Mile Harbor Freeport THURSDAY, JULY 2

Fireworks viewable near the Guy Lombardo Marina For more info contact Freeport Chamber of Commerce, 516-223-8840 Jones Beach SATURDAY, JULY 4 • 9:30PM

For more info visit jonesbeach.com Oakdale Grucci Fireworks Show THURSDAY, JULY 2

Fireworks viewable 1000-feet east of the Snapper Inn Pt. Jefferson FRIDAY, JULY 3 • 9:30PM

Fireworks viewable off West Beach For more info visit portjeff.com/featured-events Riverhead THURSDAY, JULY 3 • 6 PM

Family concert at 7:50 PM Fireworks viewable at 9:15 PM For more info visit riverheadbid.com/fireworks South Hampton Grucci Fireworks Show FRIDAY, JULY 3

Rain Date: Sunday, July 5 For more info call or visit 631-283-5847, sfah.org New York City Macy’s Fourth of July show SATURDAY, JULY 4

Viewable at the East River For more info visit social.macys.com/fireworks Montauk Chamber of Commerce’s Independence Day Celebration SATURDAY, JULY 4, 9 PM

Rain Date: Saturday, July 5 Fireworks viewable off Umbrella Beach For more info visit montaukchamber.com/events

SUN, SAND & SURF

SUMMER LIST Captree State Park in Babylon is a popular fishing destination with charter fleets & piers. Join in on a charter boat for full or half day fishing trips. All gear provided.

Long Island is a captivating place, but the summer brings out the best of it's true natural beauty. Here are a few destinations you should take the time to visit this season, with images taken by the talented Vicki Jauron of Babylon and Beyond Photography.

The Weeping Beech tree and Adirondack Chairs in this photograph is just one of the beautiful sights at Bayard cutting Arboretum in Great River. For those who delight in outdoor beauty make it a point to stroll the many woodland paths of either the Bayard Cutting Arboretum or the Planting Fields Arboretum in Oyster Bay. Visit them online at www.bayardcuttingarboretum.com and www.plantingfields.org

Long Island has some of the most beautiful lighthouses, including quite a few that welcome visitors to climb to the top to enjoy spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean. Some are accessible via private tours and boat trips. Two are a must see this summer, the Montauk Lighthouse which was commissioned by George Washington in 1796 and the Fire Island Lighthouse which has the original 1858 Frensel lens on display. You can climb both of them to the top. The road in this photo is titled “Road to the Fire Island Light House", located on the Fire Island National Seashore just east of Robert Moses State Park.

Do you know of Gardiner County Park in West Bay Shore? It’s located about a half mile east of the Robert Moses Causeway and it’s a nature-oriented public park on the Great South Bay. A short walk down a narrow path from its entrance on Montauk Highway takes you to the water and this is what you see. It’s known for being extremely dog-friendly, with many on-leash trails, a doggie water fountain, and a waste station.

The preserves and parks on Long Island offer a variety of experiences from the always bustling Eisenhower Park with its many activities and free concerts to beach parks like Jones Beach, Robert Moses and Montauk.

This photo by Vicki Jauron was taken in Belmont Lake State Park located in Babylon.

Whether it’s biking, hiking, picnicking or sitting on an inviting bench to slow things down, take advantage of our wonderful parks we are fortunate enough to have.

Long Island beaches have beautiful, fine white sand that feels great on your feet. On long island beaches the sun literally rises and sets around you. While some Long Island beaches are just sun, sand and surf, many Long Island beaches have activities such as golf, softball, concerts, fishing, hiking and cycling. This image by photographer Vicki Jauron is titled “Man and his footsteps" and was taken at Robert Moses Beach.

Beautiful lavender fields are to be found at Lavender by the Bay in East Marion, just east of Greenport on Long Island. Walk through the fields and pick your own lavender during peak seasons and take home some of the wonderful lavender products they sell.

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UPCOMING EVENTS JUNE 20 JUNE 21 JUNE 27 JULY 3 JULY 4 JULY 5 JULY 17 AUG 4

Rich Mahogany Band in The Courtyard Father’s Day StreetFighter (Rolling Stones Cover Band) in The Courtyard No Request Band in The Courtyard Independence Day! Soul Junkies in The Courtyard DJ ROB in The Courtyard 3-7 Italian Night Under the Stars Pirates Day

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Kitchen Open Weekdays until 10pm / Weekends until 11pm TEA PARTY Screw the pour with $5 LI Iced Tea all day and lounge

Sundays

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Tuesdays

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Wednesdays Thursdays

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EAT IT RAW NIGHT Everything from under the sand $1 LOBSTER BASH! LOUNGE NITE! Happy Hour 4:30-6:30pm 1/2 Price Drinks & $5 apps at bar: 4:30-6:30pm

Fridays Saturdays

LIVE MUSIC IN THE COURTYARD 6pm-10pm

VISIT US BY LAND, SEA OR FERRY!

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Captain Gillen Captree State Park • 631.661.5531 Fishtale Captree State Park • 631.766.9578

Captree Star 111 Private Charters Captree State Park • 631.669.0065

PERSONALIZED CHARTER BOATS

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FISHING BOATS & CHARTER BOATS

917.559.7821

Wally World Charter Boat 631.766.2813 • wallyworldsportfishing.com Bay Princess 11 631.587.6024 • bayprincess.com

PARTY BOATS AND PRIVATE YACHTS FOR EXCURSIONS Lauren Kristy - Pattle Boat Bay Shore • 631.750.5359

Mon Tiki Montauks Charter Catamaran and Sunset Cruise 2 hour trip, $60/Person. Sails 7 days Weather permitting Montauk • 631.668.2826 East End Charters Two hour, half days or full days.

Two kinds of charters, accommodates up to 6 guests for smaller parties for larger parties, accommodates up to 12 or 30 guests Greenport • 631.477.6993 Moonchaser Cruise and Dinner at Flynn’s Fire Island Cruise to Flynn's restaurant on Fire Island for a Lobster buffet awaits with live music. Reserve through Flynn's 631.583.5000

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NEWLY CONSTRUCTED Whether your interested in buying, renting, traveling or paddlng, below is a list of some local businesses useful for all different types of sea excursions.

COME & SEE FOR YO URSELF

Same great location, now with a panoromic view overlooking the Great South Bay

STAND UP PADDLEBOARDS

South Shore Paddleboards Rentals, Sales, Lessons 258 E. Main Street, Babylon Village 631.482.1822 • southshorepaddleboards.com

BOAT, KAYAK & CANOE RENTALS

Waterfront outdoor dining with wraparound deck Retractable roof for extended outdoor seating

Bob's Canoe Rentals Nissequogue River, Smithtown • 631.269.9761

Upper level rooftop lounge with 360° panoramic views

Nissequogue River Canoe & Kayak Rentals 112 Whittier Drive, Smithtown • 631.979.8244

Weekly music venue on upper deck (see website for schedule)

Belmont Lake State Park Rowboat Rentals Babylon • 631.667.5055 Blydenburgh County Park Rowboat Rentals 631.854.3712

Comfortable all-weather dining inside with waterview and air conditioning Now open 10 months a year!

Empire Kayaks Kayak Rentals 4 Empire Blvd, Island Park • 516.889.8300

FIRE ISLAND FERRIES

Fire Island Ferries Takes you to Ocean Beach, Ocean Bay Park, Fair Harbor, Kismet, Saltire, Seaview, Dunewood/Atlantique 90 Maple Avenue, Bay Shore 631.666.3600 • fireislandferries.com Davis Park Ferry Takes you to Davis Park and Watch Hill 80 Brightwood Street, Patchogue • davisparkferry.com Sayville Ferry Service Takes you to Fire Island Pines, Cherry Grove and Sailors Haven (Sunken Forest) 41 River Road, Sayville • sayvilleferry.com Fire Island Water Taxi Water taxi or lateral ferry, can take you from beach to beach 631.666.3600 • fireislandwatertaxi.com

Live Lobster Fresh Shucked Clams Great Lite Bites & Appetizers

Full Bar • Daily Lunch & Dinner Specials Party Catering Available

Fuel Dock • Come by Car or Boat

Check out our website for updates and this summer’s music on the bay

NICKYSONTHEBAY.COM

631-206-3311 150 S. Clinton Avenue, Bay Shore at the Bay Shore Marina

Marina Parking Fee Credited to Check

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Dock & Dine ON LONG ISLAND BABYLON Pier 44 Fire Island Ave., 631-661-5999 pier44restaraunt.com Tres Palms 16 East Court, 631-482-1465 trespalms.com BAY SHORE Captain Bill’s 122 Ocean Ave.,631-665-6262 captainbills.com

FREEPORT The Patio 445 South Main St., 516-623-9100 thefreeportinn.com

BELLMORE Villa D’Aqua 2565 Bellmore Ave., 516-308-4900 villadeaqua.com

Pier 95 95 Hudson Ave., 516-867-9632 pier95.com

HUNTINGTON Prime 117 New York Ave., 631-385-1515 restaurantprime.com

GREENPORT Billy’s by the Bay 2530 Manhasset Ave., 631-477-8300 billysbythebayrestaurant.com

ISLAND PARK POP’S Seafood Shack & Grill 7 Railroad Pl., 516-432-POPS (7677) popsseafoodshack.com

Claudio’s 111 Main Street, 631-477-0627 claudios.com

KISMET Surf's Out 1 Bay Walk, 631-583-7400 surfsout.com

BLUE POINT JT’s On The Bay 1 Curtis Rd., 631-363-2205 jtsonthebay.com

Captree Cove 3500 East Ocean Parkway 631-587-3447 captreecoverestaurant.com

CHERRY GROVE Sand Castle 106 Lewis Walk, 631-597-4174 fireislandandcastle.com

Fat Fish Wine Bar & Bistro 28 Cottage Ave., 631-666-2899 fatfish.info Nicky’s on the Bay Bay Shore Marina, 631-206-3311 nickysonthebay.com

Rumba 43 Canoe Place Road, 631-594-3544 rumbarumbar.com

ISLIP White Cap Fish Market 120 Montauk Hwy., 631-581-0125 whitecapfish.com

EAST HAMPTON East Hampton Point 295 Three Mile Harbor Rd. 631-329-2800 easthamptonpoint.com

Noah’s Restaurant 136 Front St., 631-477-6720 chefnoahs.com HAMPTON BAYS Canal Café 44 Newtown Rd., 631-723-2155 thecanalcafe.com

LINDENHURST Bay Vue 854 S. Wellwood Ave., 631-991-3370 bay-vue.com

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OAKDALE The Snapper Inn 500 Shore Dr., 631-589-0248 thesnapperinn.com

PORT JEFFERSON Wave Restaurant at Danfords 25 East Broadway, 631-928-5200 waveseafoodkitchen.com

View 3 Consuelo Pl., 631-589-2694 lessings.com

SAG HARBOR The Bell & Anchor 3253 Noyac Rd, 631-725-3400 bellandanchor.com

OCEAN BAY PARK Flynn’s 1 Cayuga Street, 631-583-5000 flynnsfireislandny.com OCEAN BEACH The Island Mermaid 780 Bay Walk, 631-583-8088 islandmermaid.com Matthew’s Seafood House 935 Bay Walk , 631-583-8016 matthrewsseafood.com Hideaway Restaurant 785 Evergreen Walk, 631-583-8900 housersfireisland.com Maguires 1 Bay View Walk, 631-583-8800 maguiresbayfront.com PATCHOGUE Off Key Tikki 31 Baker Pl on Patchogue River 631-475-1723 offkeytikki.com Harbor Crab Company 116 Division St., 631-687-2722 harborcrab.com The Oar Restaurant 264 West Ave., 631-654-8266 theoar.com

SAYVILLE Kingston’s Clam Bar 130 Atlantic Ave., 631-589-0888 kingstonsclam.com The Cull House 75 Terry St., 631-563-1546 cullhouse.com SEAFORD The White Whale 3580 Bayview St., 516-785-1067 thewhitewhalerestaurant.com SHELTER ISLAND Vine Street Café 41 South Ferry Rd., 631-749-3210 vinestreetcafe.com SOUTHAMPTON Lobster Grille Inn 162 West Inlet Rd., 631-283-1525 lobstergrilleinn.com

SOUTHOLD Alure 62300 Main Rd., 631-876-5300 alurenorthfork.com Always call ahead to confirm availability for docking and if you need reservations.

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MEET THE MERCHANT

by Stephanie Racanelli

Q&A

stock is always warm and fresh and soft. It never has a chance to sit out or get chewy. It is so fresh and tasty and will make any antipasto platter or caprese a mouthwatering delicacy!

Another popular item that we make two to three times a day is our caponata. Made with chopped eggplant, it is an antipasto dish or a side to fish or meat. The sweet/ sour taste is a taste all its own and if you’ve not tried it, it’s a must!

with Frank of Frank & Marias

The List: Frank, tell me a little history about yourself.

Frank: My brother Dom and I were born in Italy and moved to the United States in 1966. As teenagers the two of us worked in Italian Pork stores and learned the business.

I became a butcher and Dom favored culinary. Many years later we gravitated back to our passion and decided to open an Italian Pork store in the south shore of Long Island in 2005.

The List: How did you decide that Bay Shore would be your new location?

Frank: I knew about Bay Shore’s rich past, how it was a mecca for shopping and a destination for beachgoers. The people had pride in their community and it grew to become a great town. It suffered a bit, as did many towns, but I had a premonition that it was making a comeback. When I drove through the town in 2005, I just knew that this was the right spot. That’s when I made the decision to move my store here.

The List: What sets you apart from other Italian specialty markets?

Frank: I have a great crew here at Frank and Maria’s. We have Dom, Giovanna, Jason, Samantha, Alda, Felix and Antonio. We put customer service at the top of our list and it shows. We treat all customers with the same friendliness and warmth. The atmosphere in the store is familiar and welcoming. We strive to make our customer’s feel important-because they are! We will custom order items from our importers, find certain cuts of meat

The List: Tell us about the amazing olive oil you carry Frank: Our olive oil imported directly from Caltabellotta in Agrigento region of Sicily. It is full of flavor and color and we sell it in special refillable bottles. When you bring our empty bottle for a refill, we take a dollar off the price.

for them, make them a special sandwich, or offer advice on any of our products. Professional and friendly service is our main priority.

The List: Briefly list the types of products that you carry.

Frank: We carry Italian and Sicilian specialty foods and grocery items. We sell prime cuts of meats, Italian style veal cutlets, beef, lamb, poultry, homemade braciole, imported olives and cheeses, top of the line cold cuts, fresh pasta and so many homemade specialtiestoo many to list! We deal directly with D’Artagnan, who supplies our chickens, duck, veal, and the occasional rabbit if requested by our customers. We also offer a variety of Italian cookies and breads.

The List: Tell me about some of your most popular and delicious specialties.

Frank: The first thing that I know for sure is wildly popular and delicious is our artisanal Sausage. We have

been making it the same way, with attention to detail, for 35 years.

We make fresh chicken and pork sausage every single day. We also customize orders if our customers request a certain diet restriction or specific ingredient that they love.

There is a 5 lb. minimum for custom orders, but its well worth it when you’re getting something made by hand to your specifications.

Another artisan favorite are our specialty burgers. We grind fresh prime meat every day and make our hamburgers to order. We will create your custom burger as requested.

For example, the “Loaded Burger” is made with bacon, red onion and cheddar cheese mixed in. Another favorite is the chicken, spinach and feta burger. You can ask for burgers made with Portobello mushrooms, zucchini and Swiss cheese in the mix too! This is a great item to make your backyard barbeque a notch above the rest!

Anyone who has tried our fresh mozzarella will agree that it is the best! We make it every day, three to four times a day. That way, our

The List: I know you cater because I’ve enjoyed your prepared foods at parties and barbecues. Tell me about it.

Frank: We do a great deal of catering. Our artisanal burgers are requested a lot and our most popular dishes are penne ala vodka, chicken francese and glazed walnut salad.

Everything is made fresh to order.

Our customized wrap platters are a hit when you are invited to someones house and bring them.

The List: Any last words or motto?

Frank: If you have your health, family and friends and good food together you‘ll have a wonderful life.

An Italian market and gourmet food emporium for the true Italian food lover.

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Local Farm Stands Featuring seasonal fruits and vegetables, a variety of flowers, baked goods and more.

Amityville Village Memorial Park, Route 110 Fridays:12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

June through October Babylon Village Montauk Hwy & Michigan Avenue Sundays: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

July through October

AUTHENTIC MEXICAN & CRAFT COCKTAILS

Deer Park Tanger Outlets at the Arches Saturdays & Sundays: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

June through December

happy hour

Islip Town Hall lot, Montuak Hwy Saturdays: 7 a.m. to 12 noon July through November Not responsible for date changes.

EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY 3PM-7PM 1/2 price tacos & quesadillas, $5 margaritas, $4 beers, $2 off all wines

lunch specials EVERY MONDAY-FRIDAY S T A R T I N G A T $ 13

The Intimate Steakhouse

featuring 4 tacos with soup, salad or side take out included

sunday brunch

TUESDAY-THURSDAY

3 Course Steak Dinner | 35 $

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WINE DOWN WEDNESDAY

Half Price Bottles | $99 & up TUESDAY-FRIDAY

Happy Hour

EVERY WEEK FROM 11 A M - 4 P M with $5 bloody mary’s and mimosas

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

Live Music

CATERED AFFAIRS

Specializing in Showers, Anniversaries, Birthdays, Engagements, Bachelor/Bachelorette Dinners, Patio Parties Closed Sunday & Monday until Labor Day starting July 5th

631-650-6777

70 E. Main Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 • 631.665.6300 www.verdekitchen.com

60 River Road, Great River • www.georgemartingroup.com

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FIT-TIPS

Beaches and are open, flowers are blooming, pools are uncovered...The 2015 summer season is now in session! With the season stretching a mere 3 months, best to get out and about while the days are long, warm and beautiful. So ditch the gym and sweat outside!

Whether you are a day tripper or fortunate enough to spend a significant amount of your summertime at a vacation home away from your primary residence, your fitness routine does not have to suffer. Take your workout on vacation with you but leave your gym bag at home! Opt for outside activities instead: 1. Pack a totally portable jump rope in your suitcase. You can achieve a formidable cardio workout in 30 minutes alternating 2 – 3 minutes of jumping rope with 1 – 2 minutes of push ups, squats, or lunges.

2. Run (or walk) on the beach. Remember to slather on the sunscreen and bring a water bottle (or two) with you.

3. Go for a power walk in the park. Many of our local state parks have wonderful trails for both walking and hiking. Grab a trail map and the bug spray before venturing out.

4. Take a long bike ride. No room in the family car for bikes? No problem. Many cycle shops will rent bikes for the whole family for

extended terms. Best to call ahead and reserve them if possible. Don’t forget helmets!

5. Swim! Any stroke you are comfortable with works; sidestroke, breaststroke, even doggie paddle for 15 – 20 minutes. Floating on the inflatable swan raft does not count.

6. Bodysurf and play in the waves!

7. Go dancing! So many venues offer dancing under the stars during the summer months. Check out the Beach Huts at Tanner Park, Cedar Beach and Venetian Shores for live music all summer long.

Rest assured, your gym will still be there waiting for you come September. The summer waits for no one, so sweat out and enjoy it because it will be gone before you know it!

Michaela Connors is a fitness instructor at World Gym in Bay Shore and lives on the south shore with her husband and two boys.

Looking to rent a beach bungalow in one of Long Islands many seaside towns?

Log on to VRBO.com to find the perfect summertime retreat that suits your family. Enjoy!

MOLTO VINO A WINE AND CHEESE OSTERIA

Live Music Wednesday • Happy Hour, Mon-Fri 4-7 • Wines $6 and $7 • Outdoor Patio Now Open coming soon...

From our new organic rooftop garden, locally grown herbs and vegetables

over 100 wines by the glass tagliere misto, an assortment of authentic italian cured meats & cheeses we make our own brick oven neapolitan pizza and breads

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SUMMERTIME IS FUN TIMES EVERY DAY!

MONDAY | Craft Beer Night

TRY OUR NEW BRUNCH SPECIALS!

$24.95 Three Course Prix Fixe with Beer

Shrimp Topped Bloody Mary’s $10 Fresh Fruit Sangria, Prosecco, Aperol Spritzers and Mimosa $7 Bottles of Rose $20

TUESDAY | Girls Night at the Bar $5 Martinis, Sangria, Prosecco & Wine at the bar 7-11pm. $21.95 Prix Fixe for Girls $10 off Bottles of Wine for Everyone

WEDNESDAY | Steak Night $27.95 Three Course Prix Fixe

THURSDAY | Wine Dinner Night $27.95 Three Course Prix Fixe with Wine

FRIDAY | Happy Hour 3:30-6:30pm at the Bar ½ Price Appetizers • $5 Wines • $4 Pints $3.50 Drinks and Domestic Bottles

SUNDAY | Ala Carte Brunch $4 Sangria, Mimosas and Bloody Mary’s 12-4pm

90 Deer Park Avenue, Babylon Village

631.321.4900

www.theargylegrill.com

Try our additions: Breakfast Pizza • Nutella French Toast Eggs Benedict of the Day • Lobster Sliders

SUNDAY BRUNCH • 12-4PM

Prix Fixe Dinner & Wine Offered All Night TUESDAY 1/2 Price Wine Flights WEDNESDAY $10 OFF Any Full Bottle Of Wine THURSDAY Ladies Night At The Bar • 9pm-11pm $6 Wines, Sangrias & Martinis • $10 Pizza FRIDAY Happy Hour 3pm-7pm $6 Wines, Sangrias & Martinis • $10 Pizza SATURDAY Celebrating Life! Lunch 12pm - 3pm, Dinner 3pm - 11pm SUNDAY Dinner 4pm-10pm • $6 Sangrias, Aperol, Spritzers & Mimosas. BYO Wine, No Corkage Fee With Dinner!

MONDAY

Small Plates • Thin Crust Pizza • Mini Desserts Craft Beers • Over 150 Wines • More Than 50 Half Bottles 40 Wines By The Glass • Guided Wine Tastings Artisanal Cheeses & Cured Meats • Special Menu Offerings Private & Corporate Events

SUMMER HOURS

SATURDAY Lunch 12pm-4pm • Dinner 4pm-12pm SUNDAY Brunch 12pm-4pm • Dinner 4pm-10pm

69 Deer Park Avenue, Babylon Village (Located Across The Street From The Argyle Grill)

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COOL LOCAL SUMMERTIME THREADS A Long Island Man’s Style Story

AVAILABLE AT: Nalu Dry Goods, Main Street - Bay Shore Blue Nautical Tank by Alpha Beta: $30 Black Board Shorts by Quicksilver: $59 Flip Flops by Locals: $12

When the Sun Goes Down

Written by Matthew Ambrosio As a regular gent who likes to look good and not over spend, I can appreciate “mom and pop” clothing shops that are not only well priced, carry stylish clothes but of course, are located here in my native land of Long Island’s south shore. I have a mantra, “fashion is only expensive if you have no taste.” I grow tired of individuals dropping designer names and tell you how much it cost without solicitation. Yes, it’s true money can buy many things, but it can’t buy taste. On to my point; whether you are independently wealthy or on a budget, you can save some cash and find attractive styles within local shops that have more character to offer than

Dry to Wet to Dry Perfect for a day where you feel amphibious.

A muscle exposing tank and quick drying board shorts will prepare you for the wetness you so much enjoy on a day the sun is blazing. Don’t forget the floating sandals in case you get pushed in without notice.

department stores. I like to be smart with my money while I also like to look good, and this is how I do it. Remember, style is not about the clothes you wear, it’s about the attitude you carry.

Long Island has several climate personalities. I am sure you will agree the two most popular for the summer are super hot days on the ocean, and cool summer evenings at a waterfront lounge. Based on my extensive knowledge of both and the demand for new clothes, I went shopping. After filling in the friendly shop owners on my planned activities, I was provided with attire that looked great and was appropriate for the occasions.

Even better, it didn’t cost a lot.

Even on the hottest days, there can be a chill when partaking in local nightlife, especially bay or ocean side. Don’t wind up underdressed and uncomfortable for the night out.

Lightweight cotton tops mimic a second skin that keeps you covered but not “covered.”

Pair a dark top with classic white pants to give personal style a little more punch. Since you’re mostly covered and its summer, forget the closed shoes and keep it casual.

Tip: Always call ahead and ask about the dress code. Open toed shoes for men are not always adequate.

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Guys, take the summer and make it yours. Explore new spots off the mainstream and pick up some attire that’s cool but not costly.

Mom and pop stores take the time to carefully select the goods they carry, and believe it or not, after my experience, can compete with

larger retailers. I got personalized service and found a lot more I liked compared to prior shopping in bigger stores. Next time I need something to wear, I’ll walk across the street.

Matthew Ambrosio, Stylist www.ambrostyle.com

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If you like your beach reads to be soapy, sassy, and packed with romance, then this recent release is a must-read. Beach Town tells the story of Greer Hennessy, a movie location scout who is at risk of losing her job unless she can find the perfect town to shoot the studio’s next big movie. When she finds a great location, she comes into conflict with the local mayor, who doesn’t want a Hollywood film crew invading his peaceful town. Packed with lots of steamy romance and tons of drama, this is the perfect book to read on a hot summer day.

Have you been binge-watching episodes of the Wolf Hall TV series? Then it’s time to read the book that started it all. This award-winning book explores life at the court of Henry VIII, with lots of scandal and intrigue. The focus, refreshingly, is a little bit less Anne and Henry, and a bit more Thomas Cromwell. This historical novel is great for history buffs, but fans of TV shows like Scandal and The Tudors will also find a lot to like here.

Arguably one of the most hotly anticipated books coming out this summer, Mr. Mercedes re-introduces characters last seen in King’s novel Mr. Mercedes. While elements of this novel’s plot seem reminiscent of King’s earlier story Misery, voracious Stephen King fans are eager to get their hands on this thriller.

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Dog-Friendly Summer Outings Gardiner County Park Montauk Hwy and Manor Lane, Bay Shore This public park offers more than 230 acres of nature trails and water access on the Great South Bay. Dogs may play and swim in the water or take a stroll along one of the many wooded hiking trails, as long as they’re on a leash.

As one of the truly dog-friendly beaches on Long Island, it offers everything from a special canine loop to drinking water just for dogs. It also features a picnic area, a playground and a gazebo for the rest of the family Hecksher State Park East Islip, 631.581.2100 Dogs must be kept on a leash 6 feet in length or shorter, with access to the undeveloped areas only.

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