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Whether you’re health-conscious or looking to indulge, brunch options in the hamptons abound, featuring everything from fresh-caught seafood to locally groWn produce. By Bao ong
The American Hotel The scene is always happening at the historic American Hotel on Sag Harbor’s Main Street. Fans of this Hamptons mainstay traditionally opt for the burger or eggs Benedict for a weekend brunch, then order a cocktail (or two) and take in all the people watching in and outside the restaurant. 49 Main St., Sag Harbor, 7253535; theamericanhotel.com
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Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa If you can peel yourself away from the sandy private beaches at Gurney’s, a brunch feast awaits. It’s only appropriate that the lobster roll is the brunch item favored by all. Here, a generous helping of everyone’s favorite crustacean is nestled in a bun for a rendition that’s a no-frills îî
The chef at East Hampton’s Highway Restaurant & Bar (above) crafts an enticing Norwegian smoked salmon board accompanied by seeded rye and sour cream.
PhotograPhy by Kit Chaney
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