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August is National Wellness Month and observers are encouraged to challenge themselves to create new, healthier habits that promote holistic wellness. Begin simply by turning the pages of this issue or go to the one definitive resource celebrating all things wellness—our website,ThePuristOnline.com. There, you will learn about everything from nature’s healing effects through the benefits of walking in the woods—or forest bathing—to the experience of observing architecture with eyes closed and our senses of hearing or touch or smell heightened. Here are some simple PURIST tools to consider trying out this month that I like to practice:

sheer chaos of the mind is frightening, and finding an end to suffering by diving into oncoming thought traffic doesn’t work. Protecting ourselves through “one simple thing”—the regular, dedicated practice of yoga or meditation, for example—is the essence of his message. Read about ways to establish a healthy mind/body connection in the comfort of your own home in this issue.

SLEEP BETTER What’s keeping you awake? Breathing exercises help limit stress, sharpen the brain and help you sleep better. Check out The Breathing App—from yogi Eddie Stern (author of One Simple Thing), Deepak Chopra and Moby—which teaches de-stressing tools like resonance breathing. Also, Transcendental Meditation master Bob Roth, explains the keys to good sleep: 1. Meditate before a big meal: When you eat a big meal, your metabolic rate increases to digest food. But when you meditate, your body wants to rest, deeply. Same goes for meditation and coffee. 2. Meditate sitting up: TM produces a unique state of restful alertness, where your body is rested while your mind is settled but awake. Sitting up is most conducive to accessing that state. Falling asleep is fine—it can be part of a 20-minute meditation. 3. Morning meditation is recommended as it wakes up the brain (transitioning from slow delta brain waves to alert alpha 1 brain waves) and gives you increased energy and resilience to stress. The second meditation “washes off” the stress of the day and allows you to enjoy your evening, and promotes a better sleep.

GO WITH THE FLOW The key to happiness? Go with the flow. “You can define happiness as a state of feeling physically content, but that usually doesn’t last long,” says Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, the Hungarian psychologist and author who coined the term flow. The key idea in his seminal book, Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience, is that happiness isn’t something that just happens to us; we have to work for it. In this issue, we offer ways to work toward that goal. EAT BETTER Ayurveda, an ancient Indian medical philosophy, is one of my favorite ways of eating. The belief is that the key to wellness lies in the harmony of the three energetic doshas: vata, pitta and kapha. Identify your ruling element and how to achieve this divine ratio using nutritious foods and mindfulness rituals for full-body health by logging on to our website ThePuristOnline.com and search “Ayurveda.” Corey De Rosa on tapovana.com offers a great Ayurveda South Indian lunch box meal delivered to your door in the Hamptons (or available for pickup), or try his cooking class series. FIND TRANQUILITY The pioneer of integrative medicine, Deepak Chopra, MD, writes, “It’s possible for the mind to get so lost in itself that a person’s very identity becomes confused, conflicted and obscured.” When Rumi asks, “Who am I in the midst of this thought traffic?” he speaks for every modern person. The

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TABLE OF CONTENTS FEATURES 124 EYES ON THE PRIZE Actress Jessica Chastain on her new role as the infamous Tammy Faye Bakker in The Eyes of Tammy Faye, premiering this September, plus musings on yoga and veganism 130 TRUE GRIT A rugged photography series by The Walking Dead star Norman Reedus comes to the Surf Lodge this summer. 132 MAMA FARM Explore the bucolic Brookhaven farm owned by Isabella Rossellini and her daughter, Elettra Wiedemann. 138 HAPPENING HARVEST Connecticut’s Stone Acres Farm flourishes under a community-centric sustainability model.

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THE TAO OF NOW Serenity through Taoism

FLOWER POWER Pianist Chloe Flower adds a hip-hop twist to classical music.

PURE GOOD The Retreat’s Loretta Davis.

HAMPTONS PRIDE Roaring about the African Community and Conservation Foundation

GUIDED BY BIET Navigating life’s challenges

A MYSTICAL LESSON Enlightenment through tarot

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DESTINATION REJUVENATION Bridging modern medicine and ancient philosophy

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DREAM WORLD The sultry photography of Diana Frank SOUTHAMPTON SUMMER VIBES Veronica Beard’s 15th boutique sets up shop in Southampton.

102 PURE PICKS Beach-ready fashion curated by Joey Wölffer 104 WEAR A MASTERPIECE A jewelry show inspired by iconic art pieces 105 ARTIST FILE Artists Jonah Freeman and Justin Lowe collaborate on dynamic multimedia paintings.

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HOW CAN TAROT PROMOTE SPIRITUAL WELL-BEING? “Tarot is a process of quiet focus. You don’t have to be psychic to use tarot cards. They draw focus inward, as in a meditation technique. I believe they can open your connection to possibilities surrounding a specific scenario in your life.”

WHAT IS THE IMPORTANCE OF EATING FARM-FRESH FOOD? “I’m a believer in saving Mother Earth by supporting local farms that practice sustainable land use. Climate change is real and we each must do our part to preserve our planet.”

HOW CAN HEALTHY EATING BOOST FULLBODY WELLNESS? “Once I put my gut health first, everything else started falling into place. My mental health, complexion and acuity were all elevated. When you become mindful of what you put in your body, you will never go back.”

WHAT IS THE IMPORTANCE OF USING CLEAN BEAUTY PRODUCTS? “What is safe for people is safe for the planet. Integrity reveals beauty.”

HOW DID YOU CAPTURE THE BEAUTY OF HORSES AND EQUESTRIAN SPORTS? “I was on a morning run and passed a field with beautiful White Shire horses. I became inspired and spent the next three months photographing Gunner, Patsy, Isabelle and Tess.”

Melissa Errico is an actress, singer and author. First known for her starring roles on Broadway, her album Sondheim Sublime was called “the best all-Sondheim album ever recorded” by The Wall Street Journal. She starred in Michel Legrand’s Broadway show Amour, and is featured on his album Legrand Affair.

Marisa Fox is a writer, editor and producer whose work has appeared in The New York Times, CNN, The Daily Beast, Health, Elle, InStyle, the Huffington Post and Ha’aretz. She is currently directing the documentary My Underground Mother, about her global search for her late mother’s hidden Holocaust past.

Full-time Hamptons resident Marie-Line Grinda is launching a range of gluten-free goods called The Gut Goodness. After suffering with undiagnosed digestive issues for over 20 years, she is on a mission to help herself and others live without pain. Finding her voice in songwriting, blogging and podcasting, she created the T-Factor blog and podcast.

Mother, writer and serial entrepreneur, Annelise Peterson is a businessdevelopment expert consulting with fashion, beauty and lifestyle brands. Her résumé includes key leadership positions at Shiseido, Net-a-Porter, Valentino, Calvin Klein, Vogue and UBS.

Lincoln Pilcher is a photographer and restaurateur based in East Hampton. His equine imagery has appeared in shows across the East End, which benefit various horse rescue charities. Lincoln also owns and operates East Hampton hot spot Moby’s and other successful restaurants in NYC and California.

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THE TAO OF NOW Cultivating patience and resilience. BY DONNA D’CRUZ

practical use, with others and with ourselves. Here’s the unique challenge of this moment—it’s hard learning the lessons of patience when we feel we’ve been patient and enduring long enough. Perhaps the Victorian art critic John Ruskin had this in mind when he said, “Endurance is nobler than strength, and patience than beauty.” Going with the flow doesn’t necessarily mean meandering pointlessly through life, either. It can mean surrendering to what is, rather than what you wish it to be. The Tao says, “Yield and overcome, bend and become straight, empty and become full.” On letting go, Lao Tzu is very precise when he says, “When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be.” We will be changed people from recent times, that much is sure. The lesson here is to be open to who we will be when these tough times have lightened their burden on us all. As for Lao Tzu’s say on harmony, it can be taken in many ways or in the very simplest way: striving for balance of body, mind and soul. He says so beautifully, “Health is the greatest possession, contentment is the greatest treasure, confidence is the greatest friend.” Meditation, said Edgar Cayce, the great American clairvoyant, is listening to the Divine within—I think Lao Tzu would concur with that. A daily practice of meditation can go a long way to allaying fears and stresses. Let us continue moving forward with these blessedly simple lessons in our mind and heart. donnadcruz.com Please join Cristina Cuomo and Donna D’Cruz every Thursday at 6pm ET on IG Live. @donnadcruz1 Continue your journey with Donna on YouTube. @DonnaD’Cruz

“By letting go, it all gets done” —Lao Tzu Is there anyone among us who hasn’t felt bone-weary of enduring ongoing lockdowns, of dire news almost daily, cruel separations from those we love, and a general malaise of spirit that’s enervating, to say the least? Only recently, one of the most “Energizer Bunny” people I know was complaining of feeling drained and depleted, unable to juggle the many things she once did so effortlessly. Her zippity-do-dah, can-do outlook had dimmed, and in its place was a sad lassitude and exhaustion. And if Irene was at the end of her tether, where does that leave the rest of us who are unequipped with her grit and determination? What do we tell, and how can we help the Irenes of this world, and ourselves? I’ll say this about lockdowns: There’s plenty of time to look within, and usually, there’s time to read and reflect. There’s time to learn from the ancient Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu, whose gentle instructions in the art of life and the philosophy of Taoism he set forth are never more relevant than now. I resonate deeply with Lao Tzu, and here’s why… The four cornerstones of Taoism can best be described as: 1 Simplicity, patience and compassion 2 Letting go of things, problems and life stresses 3 Going with the flow 4 Harmony Lao Tzu opines that these edicts are simpler than they look. He says that the trio of simplicity, patience and compassion is “your greatest treasure.” In the times we’re experiencing, we need to put these things into daily 26

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therapy component. It’s still a little bit away, but I’m really excited.” Music has always been her great healer. “As a child, any time I went through a hard time, I was able to go to music,” Flower says. “I like to say I get ‘wasabi mad.’ You know how wasabi is spicy for a second, and then it’s fine?” She hopes to reach kids who could benefit from the therapeutic aspects of music, and possibly follow For Chloe Flower, music her career path. “It’s not fair is a window to that public schools don’t the soul. have music education programs as part of their core curriculum,” Flower says. “I try to package my album and videos in a pop way, because maybe it will help young kids think, ‘Playing the piano is cool.’ Hopefully, that will create a demand for them wanting to learn a musical instrument. We see a lot of sports geniuses coming out of schools, but we don’t see enough musical geniuses, and that has to do with funding and demand.” The Manhattanite’s wellness go-tos include yoga, Pilates, walking, focused breathing and avoiding caffeine in favor of organic raw dandelion root tea by Starwest Botanicals. Her favorite chill-out spot in the Hamptons? “Montauk,” Flower says. “I’m obsessed with it. Ob-sessed. My dream is to have a house in Montauk, on one of the cliffs, with a piano facing the view.” chloeflower.com

Mashup maestro Chloe Flower brings together the worlds of classical music and hip-hop with a splash of dramatic showmanship —her fiery performance accompanying Cardi B on “Money” at the 2019 Grammy Awards set Twitter blazing, and put the world on notice. “I’ve always loved opposites,” she says. “Growing up in a small town in Pennsylvania, I was one of the only Asian people in my community. I didn’t completely fit in. But then when I went to New York City for conservatory, I didn’t totally fit in with the Asian community either, because I was too Americanized. Being on my own and being different is something I feel comfortable with. The same applies to my music. I always say, go big or don’t go.” Her new, self-titled debut album, composed during the pandemic, takes her signature blend of soul-stirring melody and trap beats into a sublime space of transcendence and catharsis. Each of its three acts (Innocence, Suffering and Hope) features a spoken intro by her friend Deepak Chopra. “He’s definitely an inspiration,” Flower says. “He really practices what he preaches.” The two are currently joining forces on a multimedia project about the effect of music on body and brain. “It’s going to have a music component, a spoken-word component, and a light28

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The Retreat’s executive director Loretta Davis creates a safe space for victims of domestic violence. BY ADAM ROSANTE

ADAM ROSANTE: For anyone who’s not familiar, what is The Retreat? LORETTA DAVIS: The Retreat provides safety, shelter and support for kids and adults who are victims of relationship violence, abuse and/ or sexual assault. We provide counseling, legal assistance, financial-empowerment Arts-and-crafts day workshops, at The Retreat accompaniment to court, case management services, violence prevention education and emergency shelter. We also have a 24-hour multilingual hotline (631.329.2200) and online chat (allagainstabuse. org) for anyone who needs help. All services are free.

who stopped speaking because of the abuse he witnessed. After individual and family counseling, he began to speak again because of the trust and support he experienced. There’s also the story of a client who had a gun pointed at her and her infant. She left her home and everything behind. With legal assistance and counseling, she became financially stable and lives independently. Today, she’s a mentor and spokesperson for other survivors. AR: Why is it important to use your life to be of service? LD: Most of us want to make the world a better place, and that means helping others. When you work with families who’ve suffered from abuse and violence, many of whom are marginalized and vulnerable, you help facilitate positive change in their lives. What’s more important than that?

AR: What would someone who’s familiar with The Retreat be surprised to learn? LD: The one that always shocks people is that abuse happens regardless of income. What you see on the surface isn’t necessarily what’s happening behind closed doors. Also, most people think all of our clients live at the shelter. The majority access our services from their homes on the East End. They’re transitioning or changing their lives and don’t reside in our shelter. AR: What’s your biggest challenge, right now? LD: Funding, for sure. While we have government grants and contracts, we diligently seek funding from foundations, private donors and businesses. We also raise revenue from our Bridgehampton thrift store, The Retreat Boutique (at 2102 Montauk Highway in the Bridgehampton Commons, just across the parking lot from T.J. Maxx), and from events.

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Art and auction bring awareness to the plight of Africa’s critically endangered species.

Partnering with the British nonprofit Tusk (The Duke of Cambridge, Prince William, is a Royal Patron), the African Community and Conservation Foundation (ACCF) launches a global art installation in the Hamptons on August 10, World Lion Day. The project, known as the U.S. Tusk Lion Trail, introduces 12 life-size lion sculptures to a variety of Hamptons locations, including the Southampton Arts Center, Nova’s Ark and Amagansett Square. “Though the lion is viewed as a symbol of Africa’s natural heritage, the species is under severe threat,” says Tusk CEO Charles Mayhew, MBE. “Fewer than 23,000 lions remain in the wild, a 90% decline in the last century. The pandemic has had a devastating impact on Africa, its people and wildlife, and we hope these extraordinary works of art will both highlight the plight of the dwindling lion population and raise vital funds to support key conservation and community programs supported by Tusk and ACCF across Africa.” ACCF co-founder Pete Mattson had always felt an obligation to make a positive change for the people of Africa, and four years ago left the forprofit world to follow his passion. “I had the unique opportunity to help start ACCF and invest my time, talent and resources differently, for the benefit of the people, wildlife and ecosystems that all work together—the circle of life.

Local communities in Africa thrive with the support of ACCF.

Who could resist that?!” Tusk suggested a New York setting for the Lion Trail launch, and to ACCF CEO Brady Forseth, a Long Island native, the Hamptons seemed a natural fit. “We started with a couple of great artists in the Hamptons, and it grew to a Hamptons pride of lions with 12 incredible artists, most of whom are from, or based out of, the Hamptons.” Donna Karan, whose Urban Zen lifestyle brand has long championed African causes, has supported ACCF from its inception. The designer will be the guest of honor at the Hamptons Lion Soirée, a gala reception and auction benefiting the ACCF, to be held at the Wölffer Estate (183 Sagg Rd., Sagaponack; entrance just north of the Wölffer Estate Vineyard), on August 27. The live auction will include the dozen lion sculptures crafted by the likes of artists John Banovich, Paton Miller, Beth O’Donnell, Kevin McEvoy, Dan Rizzie, Roberto Dutesco, Jeremy Penn, Elizabeth Jordan and William Quigley, plus lions created by duos Karan and Xio Grossett, and Deborra-Lee Furness and Oscar Jackman. “My experience in Africa changed my life,” Karan says. “It’s an honor to work with the U.S. Tusk-ACCF Lion Trail, focusing on Africa, to connect designers and artists to preserve wildlife and local communities.” africanccf.org

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Meditation teacher Biet Simkin answers Purist readers’ questions. Dear Biet, How do you balance mental health and a toddler? Another question is: How do you manage a relationship/ marriage with a toddler?! Marla, East Hampton, New York

Dear Biet, I just lost my father to COVID and my sister to drug addiction in the same year. I am struggling to find meaning in life. What do you recommend? Branda, Harlem NYC

Dear Marla, Oh man! This is a tough one. Honestly, having a kid is the hardest thing I have ever done and the challenge that it presents to a marriage is even more of a pickle. Like: Where are the date nights, please?! However, I will say that becoming a spiritual ninja helps. I think being a spiritual ninja is important for all people, but if you want to be a great mom to a toddler and a great wife to your partner, you need to put your spiritual life first! So what does that mean? It means take mini micro-breaths and meditation pauses all through the day, even if it’s only for seven minutes. Do it as often as you can or when you feel stressed. Move your body. Don’t cause your body extra harm by taking in crap like coffee or fast food to soothe. Instead, fuel yourself so you are at your max capacity physically. Love your partner. Remember that they are king (or queen) and treat them as such. Hope this helps! Love, Biet

Dear Branda, There is no meaning to life other than the meaning we give it. I hear you and feel your pain. I would say the secret is: Pain is a gift. Our heart breaks open, we see things differently, we become super. Supermen and superwomen. These deaths were not in vain. Take each one and make them a window through which to jump into your destiny. We are all dying, really...from the moment we are born. It’s similar to a shooting star whose embers leave a trail: The beauty is meant to be ephemeral, but also gut-wrenchingly painful. Don’t try to change it. Just feel it! Love you! Biet

Dear Biet, I feel driven to reach enlightenment but I still care about looking good, being thin and continuing to make lots of money. Do you think I am a hypocrite? You seem to effortlessly and guiltlessly pursue both worlds. How can I do it? Love, Claire, Newport Beach, California

Dear Melissa, The beast seems real—I get it! The thing I would suggest is to get out of the fight. There is no fight. Don’t say no to things. No always comes back for a beating. Don’t say no to coffee. Don’t say no to pasta. Don’t say no to anything! Just say yes to what works. Like for me, matcha works, so I say yes to matcha. I don’t harp on the terribles of coffee; I just don’t drink it. I say yes to very little pasta today, and when I do have pasta, I try to go gluten-free. I don’t say no to pasta; I just rarely eat it. I say yes to dark chocolate today. I don’t say no to pastries, I don’t say no to cake. I just rarely touch it. It’s not emotional. I had to find a middle path with this stuff. The secret is don’t say no! Never restrict. Just say yes to your body and your health, and the rest is so easy! I will also be writing a book on this topic likely before I die, so please stay close. I will share my secrets! Love, Biet bietsimkin.com

Claire, My love, you are not a hypocrite! In fact, you are just being honest. The truth is that, in fact, most people want both but they either settle for being skinny and rich...or they settle for being “enlightened,” but maybe they’re heavier than they like, and they’re poorer than they would prefer. It takes great cosmic balls to do both and I celebrate you. Go celebrate yourself. The secret is to do both—like your life depends on it. Put spirituality first, but never forget that the two must be tended to like a garden, as one is the 3D space and the other is invisible. Love, Biet

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Dear Biet, I have always dreamed of giving up bad habits like coffee, drinking, and eating pasta and sugar. Do you have a method that can solve this never-ending return to the belly of the beast? Thanks! Melissa, Greenwich, Connecticut

A MYSTICAL LESSON Remember to play the hope card. BY MELISSA ERRICO

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One oddity of the deck was the inclusion of Faith, Hope and Charity [the three theological virtues] which are not usual in tarot decks. I remember holding the Hope card in my hand, depicting a praying woman kneeling on, or triumphing over, a male figure, who represents the vice despair. With crowned head and eyes focused on a source of light above, she holds fast to an anchor—the crucial part of a ship that secures it in port and can be dropped during a storm to prevent it from being blown off course. The anchor is a common medieval symbol of hope, as hope itself is an anchor for the soul, holding it firm and secure. The tale of how I came to learn who Bembo was is a long one, and involved many trips to untouristed parts of Italy. Comically, my companion was often my mother. Driving a little rental car and often getting lost, we visited portraits in Cremona and frescoes in Monticelli d’Ongina. The essence of what we learned is this: Bembo was a simple medieval painter—a modest, all-purpose working artist with an artisanal team— who did not labor on behalf of magic or miracles. Still, every tarot card I touched on quiet afternoons in college told a story. One mystical lesson I learned from the early tarocchi remains my credo: Being a steadily working artist is a magical card we get to play. Art is the magic we have. That is an anchor, too.

In the autumn I went to university, I declared myself an art history major and thrilled to the menu of classes, especially those about the Middle Ages. Before long, I thought of myself as a serious medievalist and a parttime musical theater actress—a condition I would say is now firmly in reverse order—and one of my professors gave me a special pass to visit the rare-book library, known as the Beinecke library, and see miniaturist paintings in person. This is like being invited to a special laboratory to put your fingers in plutonium, or to a certain observatory to see stars with a rare telescope. And this was where I was shown the oldest known tarocchi, or tarot cards. I had always been fascinated by fortune-telling and occult things, by things and places that have an air of mysticism. But I would not have thought I could do this for a good grade. They were larger than I expected, made of heavy cardboard and kept in individual envelopes. I learned they were painted by the artist Bonifacio Bembo and were called the “CaryYale Visconti deck,” regarded as the oldest tarot cards in existence, one of several hand-painted luxury Italian decks made for the Visconti family in the 15th century. The gender-balanced deck had not only a king and a queen, but a knight and a female knight, and a page and a female page, making scholars suspect the deck was a commission by a female member of court. 35

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Movie lovers, rejoice: the Hamptons International Film Festival is back in theaters again this year. Purist spoke with executive director Anne Chaisson and artistic director David Nugent about what’s in store for the fest’s 29th year, from October 7-13. BY RAY ROGERS

Can you talk about the creative ways you pivoted in how you presented films and helped people access film last year? ANNE CHAISSON: The moment we learned of the shutdown of all indoor activities, the team immediately pulled from our archive and provided experiences one would have at a typical HamptonsFilm program: an introduction by filmmakers or board members, the watching of an exceptional narrative or documentary film, and then a postscreening Q&A. We’ve screened documentaries every summer out East for the past 13 years with board member Alec Baldwin, and had videotaped most of the post talks. Alec generously taped introductions about those events, and thoughts on the film so we could take a look back at many of those documentaries. Additionally, we were able to purchase a drive-in business through the generosity of our patrons and held drive-ins. That gift has delighted audiences throughout this unexpected time to this day, with outdoor screenings this whole summer with supporters like Purist.

collectively around stories in a way that I don’t think I’ve seen in 30 years.

David Nugent and Anne Chaisson

What meaningful role did storytelling play during the difficult times we all had last year? AC: We are all very lucky to have such an array of ways to interact with the art of storytelling, from podcasts to social media, to a bonanza of TV series and feature films. That access not only provided a much-needed form of entertainment, but also pulled an enormous amount of people together

Paper & Glue provides an insider’s look at the works of street artist JR.

How about for you, David? What role did film play in getting through and transcending that difficult year? DAVID NUGENT: I had a steady stream of films to watch to consider for our year-round programs and annual film festival in October, and as with every year, having that new crop of films always fills me with hope and excitement to see what type of work filmmakers are creating and what new voices emerge on the scene. What I missed, however, was the excitement of seeing some of these films at other festivals like Sundance and Cannes, and sharing in that collective emotion that is so vital to the experience of cinema. Seeing the first screening of Parasite with 2,300 people at Cannes in 2019 was an absolute thrill, and I missed that. I’m just now back from

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PURIST: How thrilled are you to be back in the theaters this year? ANNE CHAISSON: We are ecstatic that we will get to gather with our friends, filmmakers and supporters this year in theaters. After such a solitary interaction with film as a medium on a much smaller screen, I believe people can’t wait to see movies as they were intended, and of course, with a huge bag of popcorn!

Cannes 2021 and it was incredible to have that experience again.

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With so much time at home in the past year, did you have the opportunity to take a deeper dive into or explore new genres of film? DN: Since we have two young children and were not able to have child care assistance during the pandemic, I had no time to watch the diversionary stuff that I think many people understandably used to distract from what was going on. That said, early on my daughter, Plum (6 at the time, now about to be 8) discovered Star Wars through a kids book I’d taken out of the library for our 1-year-old son. She was intrigued, and next thing I know we were spending parts of our nights working through all nine of the Star Wars films and I loved it! That, and then E.T., Willy Wonka and other classic children’s films. Could you give us a sneak preview of some of the important works you’ll be screening this year, and tell us why it is so important to the festival to have these categories of films, like Conflict + Resolution and Animal Rights, as part of the programming? AC: Every film organization at its core mission screens essential films about the human experience. The Hamptons, with its very engaged, philanthropic and vociferous audience, are certainly known for that engagement. Over 20 years ago, one of our board members wanted to award a filmmaker who was bringing stories of conflict and resolution to the world, and make sure that film was not only seen, but rallied a group of professionals, authors and journalists around the theme for a panel and event, in order to further the cause. HamptonsFilm also partnered with the Suffolk County Film Commission to showcase films that are about, and from, Long Island. Since then, HamptonsFilm has broadened our signature programs to include

The Last Horns of Africa is a documentary about the poaching war plaguing the world’s rhino population.

films about the environment with Air, Land + Sea, and films focusing on animal welfare in our Animal Rights category. We are very proud of these programs and can’t wait to showcase information about one from each category below. Paper & Glue (screening in Conflict + Resolution program) DN: I first became familiar with French street artist JR’s work in the film Faces Places that he made with Agnès Varda before she died. The way that his artwork gives a voice and shines a light on conflict regions around the world makes it such a perfect fit for our

Becoming Cousteau examines the life of adventurer and conservationist Jacques Cousteau.

Conflict + Resolution section. Becoming Cousteau (in the Air, Land + Sea program) DN: Although I grew up watching much of Jacques Cousteau’s work, I knew little about the man himself and his evolution to being so central to the modern environmental movement. Liz Garbus, whose film Love, Marilyn opened our 2012 edition, has done a wonderful job in painting a portrait of Cousteau. The Art of Making It (In Views From Long Island)—World Premiere DN: This film, made by a number of Long Island filmmakers, is a fascinating look at the ecosystem of the art world, and it shines a light on the inequities that impact whose work is able to be seen and experienced. The Last Horns of Africa (in Animal Rights) AC: This is an inside look at the horrific trade of black rhinos in Africa that has put governments, poachers and conservationists at odds while a protected species faces extinction. This film provides an inside look at all of these warring factions, with interviews and footage from the front lines. Keep up to date with festival news at hamptonsfilmfest.org.

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The future of medicine is here, and it’s all about you. BY DR. FRANK LIPMAN

When it comes to handling life-or-death health situations, the medical system in the U.S. excels and is often miraculous. When accidents happen and bones get broken or severe infections set in, our health care system is well equipped to fix the trouble. It’s like having a pit crew standing by, ready to put people back together and get them back on the road. But, to continue the racing car metaphor for just a moment longer, regular maintenance is where the rubber meets the road—and it’s also where our current medical system doesn’t win the race. Mainstream medicine, or as I like to call it, “Old Medicine,” needs a 21st-century operating system upgrade—with ongoing maintenance a primary component. Think medicine 2.0, or what I’m calling “New Medicine.” Emergency and acute medical problems tend to grab the headlines, but a far larger number of people find themselves in a different category—what we in the wellness world call the “walking unwell.” They are a silent majority of people saddled with chronic health concerns that aren’t incapacitating or don’t trip alarms on standard lab tests, but nevertheless interfere with living life to the fullest. Be it a misbehaving belly, aches and pains, a foggy brain, lack of energy or poor sleep, night after night, no one should have to accept feeling crummy much of the time as “normal.”

Old Medicine keeps it simple, and not in a good way: Our “health care” system is set up for disease care rather than health care—either you’re sick or you’re not, with nothing in between. New Medicine sees the full spectrum of health, from wellness to disease—and the many shades of gray in between. It gets to the bottom of what’s causing unwellness, and identifies the behaviors and lifestyle habits that may be undermining health. From there, New Medicine provides a custom road map to help you improve function and move you along the spectrum from unwellness toward optimal health, no matter what stage of life or health you’re in. It incorporates the principles of functional medicine, best-inclass testing, wearables and state-of-the-art tech tools. The patient experience? Personalized, customized, relational and highly communicative. New Medicine is the future of medicine, and not a moment too soon. Here are five thoughts on what it brings to the table, and how it will, in time, change the diseasedriven “sick care” system into a sustainable, wellnessfocused, health partnership:

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1 NEW MEDICINE IS TRUE HEALTH CARE AND IS POWERED BY PREVENTION. Old Medicine is reactive. It’s not so much about prevent-

you’re based. New Medicine recognizes that the future of medicine has a massive digital component, and takes full advantage of these time-saving, relationship-building, health-supporting tools.

ing diseases as treating them as quickly as possible with pharmaceuticals. Some treatments are more successful than others, but regardless, when we suppress symptoms with drugs, we often end up playing whack-a-mole. One symptom is suppressed, another often pops up elsewhere in the body, which then requires more drugs. New Medicine is proactive and prevention-focused. It’s about looking at the whole person, long before disease makes itself known, developing protocols designed to promote health. It’s about identifying potential trouble spots and determining which changes to make now in order to reduce the risk of developing full-blown disease later. When disease does arise, instead of applying one-size-fits-all treatments, New Medicine uses tailor-made tools and lifestyle interventions to treat the underlying disorder or imbalance, and move patients from disease to optimal health.

4 NEW MEDICINE USES TECH TO HELP MONITOR, UNDERSTAND AND OPTIMIZE ONE’S HEALTH, WHILE PREDICTING AND PREVENTING ILLNESS. Imagine having all your lab results, the information from your wearables, and your diet and exercise routines on one intelligent platform. Imagine having access to on-demand experts or health coaches to keep you informed and accountable. Imagine having an app in your pocket that could alert you to the quality of your sleep, the level of your stress, and offer you instant personalized solutions in real time. Technology can now allow you to invest in your health 365 days a year, not just for 30 minutes during your annual physical.

2 NEW MEDICINE IS DESIGNED TO EMPOWER, EDUCATE— AND ACT AS A TRUE HEALTH PARTNER. In Old Medicine, the focus is on arriving at a diagnosis, followed by a treatment from the standard playbook. Too often, the patient feels left out of the process—possibly bewildered, frightened or intimidated. We can do better, with an approach that has empowerment, education and partnership baked into the process. With New Medicine, you’ll work with an expert medical team to design a custom wellness plan that enables you to reach your health goals. The team meets you at your level, guides you through the tough spots, educates and inspires every step of the way. The result? An aware patient who is empowered to take charge of their health and support their own healing and vitality.

5 NEW MEDICINE ENABLES YOU TO CONTROL AND OWN YOUR DATA. Your health is your asset, you should control it and it should not be for sale. Ever try to see—and interpret—your medical records? It’s tough to do. Typically, Old Medicine owns your data, keeps it out of your hands and sometimes sells it, which doesn’t make much sense. Dealing with any kind of unwellness can be challenging, but one thing no one should stress about is their personal information. The New Medicine approach offers you, the patient, easy access to your data, on demand. Better yet, your personal health records are owned by you, in addition to being HIPAA-compliant and provider-agnostic. That translates to patient privacy and peace of mind. As a physician for over 40 years, it’s been my mission to provide my patients with access to every tool possible to optimize their health. And I believe we now have the tools for a major upgrade in how we can deliver health care. The future of medicine is here. I encourage you to check out www.joinhearty.com, a “next gen” New Medicine platform I am especially excited about. It was created by pediatric heart surgeon, digital health innovator and philanthropist—and Sag Harbor resident—Dr. David Luu, who has also just launched a game-changing New Medicine platform that’s perfect for people looking to prevent disease, age well, perform better and create optimal health. drfranklipman.com

3 NEW MEDICINE IS DESIGNED FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE, NOT THE DOCTOR’S. When it comes to the value of time and relationships, New Medicine appreciates that convenience for patients is a priority, not a luxury, especially in our new era of remote work and nontraditional schedules. Just as Netflix changed the way we see movies and Peloton changed the way we view fitness, New Medicine will change the way we experience our health care. Many appointments can easily be done virtually; testing can often be done at your doorstep; data can be downloaded from devices; and ongoing health coach support can be accessed on your time, from wherever

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DECODING SIBO

How to identify and regulate small intestinal bacterial overgrowth.

with gut motility, increasing a person’s susceptibility to developing SIBO. The slowed transit time creates an optimal environment for bacterial growth. This growth inhibits the absorption of nutrients due to the change in microbial terrain. Additionally, dysfunction of the ileocecal valve can lead to SIBO. This one-way valve that connects the large and small intestines can allow for a backflow of bacteria into the small intestine. As the small intestine’s primary role is to further break down food from the stomach and absorb the nutrients, the microbial growth can get in the way, leading to poor absorption of nutrients, and, if left untreated, malnutrition. A good way to check for SIBO is with a breath test. The tests look for the presence of methane or hydrogen in the breath (both gases are produced by microbes in the fermentation of carbohydrates and sugars). One of the helpful tools in regulating SIBO is the FODMAP diet. This diet can also be helpful in cases of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Crohn’s disease and colitis. FODMAP, which stands for fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides and polyols, are types of carbohydrates found in certain foods including wheat, beans, most grains and starchy vegetables. In a healthy gut, fermentable carbohydrate will pass through the small intestine largely unchanged. The microbes in the large intestine will then ferment these insoluble fibers Think you might have SIBO? Check with a functionalmedicine doctor or nutritionist to find out. Though SIBO can be tricky, through reconditioning of the microbiome, regulating stomach acid, controlling stressors and addressing other comorbidities, balance is possible. STANDwellness.com

Gut health is the key to good health. The vast network of microbes that call our body home is responBuckwheat flour, sible for everything which can be used from digestion, mood to make crepes, and weight to our helps minimize the immune response symptoms of SIBO. and ability to handle stress. The microbiome, which exists throughout the digestive tract, requires balance in order to operate correctly. Dysbiosis, or an imbalance of those gut microbes, can wreak havoc on our bodies and minds. Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, or SIBO, is a condition where too many bacteria that normally grow in the large intestine—including Faecalibacterium, Roseburia, Bifidobacterium, Akkermansia and Lactobacillus— begin to proliferate in the small intestine. A wrong-place/ wrong-time issue, the overgrowth of misplaced bacteria can cause uncomfortable gastric symptoms like bloating, gas, nausea, bowel irregularity, diarrhea, a feeling of being overly full after eating, burping and abdominal pain. The small intestine is poorly named considering that, though narrower than the large intestine, it is the longest part of the digestive tract. Measuring an average of 22 feet, the small intestine is far longer than the mere 5 feet we have of large intestine. Although the majority of our microbiome exists in the large intestine, a delicate balance of microbes make up the ecosystem of the small intestine. The small intestine’s microbial population tends to be limited compared to ones farther down the digestive tract. This is due to the rapid transit of food through the small intestine, and the presence of bile acids, both of which make it an inhospitable environment for bacterial growth. The problem occurs when that transit is slowed, as happens with buildup of scar tissue from abdominal surgery, structural issues, scleroderma, and conditions like Crohn’s disease and diabetes. Even stress can interfere 42

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start seeing symptoms until after the meat is digested, three to eight hours later. The severity of reactions varies and can include an itchy rash, upset stomach, diarrhea, fainting from a sudden decrease in blood pressure, and in extreme cases, anaphylactic shock. “We don’t know why some get it and some don’t,” says McGintee, who estimates she’s seen about 700 alpha-gal patients in the past 10 years in the Hamptons. “Some have the propensity to develop it, but we still haven’t figured out why.” McGintee urges Hamptonites to resist panicking if they do find a tick. “You usually get Lyme from the tick you don’t find, because it has to have been on you for 36 to 48 hours to transmute it,” she says. “So do nightly checks. If you find one, keep the tick for a few weeks and note where and when you found it. Monitor your symptoms. If you develop joint pain or a rash around the tick bite within two weeks, then see an infectious-disease doctor.” While almost everyone knows what an adult or nymph tick (both of which can cause both Lyme and alpha-gal) generally looks like, and expects them to go away around August or September, it is less well-known that lone star tick larvae peak during that exact time many people start to relax their tick-avoidance measures. In fact, when people do get the dreaded larvae bites—usually hundreds of itchy bites at one time—they are often mistaken for chiggers. “There are no chiggers on Long Island!” says McGintee, who was bitten by hundreds of the dreaded tick larvae seven years ago. “You don’t know they’re there until they’ve bitten you and fallen off. The itch can last for weeks.” McGintee highly recommends having a tick-removal kit in your home (the Regional Tick-Borne Disease Resource Center at Southampton Hospital offers them free to the public; call 631.726.TICK), and follow a multipronged approach to tick avoidance. “I stay on cement,” she says. “When walking my dog, I let her go in the leaves, but I stay on the road. Treat your pets. Use insect repellent with DEET if you’re in a high-risk area. People freak out about DEET—people should freak out about tick bites! Clear your yard of debris, since ticks like shady and leafy areas, and treat your yard for ticks. Treat clothes such as kids’ sports uniforms with Permethrin as an added layer of protection—it stays in for seven to eight washes. And then I always check my legs and shoes—it’s not hard.”

It could be easy enough to read that Lyme season ends for the year in August, think of the danger as “winding down,” and stop being as loyal to all the tried-and-true tick-avoidance measures you’ve been taking during the previous months. But this season was especially tick-heavy in the Hamptons, with August still being a prime time for exposure to both deer tick and lone star bites. Plus, there are two lesser-known tick-related reasons to take avoidance measures against the pests through October— and even beyond. “Never get tick fatigue!” says Erin McGintee, MD, an allergy and immunology physician with ENT and Allergy Associates in Southampton. “If there’s a warm-enough day you can always find a tick. My daughter once had one on her in January.” [Ticks can be active on winter days when the ground temperature is above 45 degrees Fahrenheit.] The Hamptons enjoyed such a mild winter last year that there were many more deer and other animals, which can be hosts to ticks. Plus, the aggressive lone star tick has been outcompeting the other ticks. “As they get a stronger and stronger hold on the ecosystem here, they are actively pursuing blood meals,” McGintee says. “They will actively move toward you. Other ticks don’t hunt you down if you’re close enough, but the lone star tick does.” The recent spike in tick-related issues being reported also has a lot to do with the pandemic. “People have been doing more hiking, golfing and gardening,” she says. “These are lower-risk activities for [catching] COVID, but higher risk for tick bites. Plus, people who live here yearround or have been coming for years know all about tick avoidance. But since the pandemic started, there’s been an influx of people who are out here for the first time.” McGintee’s expertise in the tick realm is with the lone star tick-caused alpha-gal meat allergy. Unlike Lyme, you can even get this allergy from lone star tick larvae, which you can find well into fall. “It’s hard to find someone in the Hamptons who doesn’t know someone who has this allergy,” she says. “It’s a real problem out here.” The tick-caused allergy to mammal meat can develop from any lone star tick bite, if after a bite your immune system creates immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibody that binds to the allergen galactose 1.3-galactose in mammalian meat. It’s a unique allergy in that you don’t 46

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The cannabis industry is blossoming, thanks to new NYS regulations permitting the legal use of cannabis for adults.

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The Hamptons Cannabis Expo 2021 sparks up the East End with new opportunities in a booming industry. BY GABRIELLE ECHEVARRIETA attendance has exponentially increased since 2018, its first year. Hundreds of professionals from Manhattan to Montauk (and beyond) are expected to attend this year, and the excitement is palpable. Bierfriend developed the local expo after noticing a profound void in the cannabis industry for networking, investing, education and resources due to past stigma and prohibition. Dozens of exhibitors from across the nation and nearby are participating, including key sponsors and prominent industry leaders such as Ayr Wellness, Arcview Group, Merida Capital, Tuatara Capital, Kaufman McGowan and Little Beach Harvest (Shinnecock Indian Nation), just to name a few. They’ll set up shop on the great lawn and main stage along with an abundance of food and refreshments. Specific discussion topics include social equity, a regulatory overview of New York’s licensing requirements, cannabis investment vehicles and national branding. Hampton Cannabis Expo is also a proud sponsor of The Last Prisoner Project (lastprisonerproject.org), a nonprofit organization dedicated to cannabis criminal justice reform that is working to free an estimated 40,000+ individuals incarcerated for cannabis possession. August 29 at The Clubhouse, 174 Daniels Hole Rd., East Hampton; $150 in advance ($200 after 8/9); hamptoncannabisexpo.com

After years of failed legislation attempts and stalled efforts, New York State lawmakers passed a bill earlier this year legalizing adult recreational use of marijuana. The ripple effects of evolving decriminalization are being felt all the way to the Hamptons, with the annual Hamptons Cannabis Expo returning on August 22 to the lively Clubhouse event center in East Hampton. When asked about the projected future of New York’s cannabis industry, event organizer Gary Bierfriend says, “The interest we have seen from sponsors and exhibitors this year is nothing like I’ve seen in the past. There’s a mad race to grab turf and for people to put their flags in the sand and figure out how they’re going to monetize the industry.” According to GreenWave Advisors founder Matt Karnes, U.S. cannabis retail sales could ultimately reach over $80 billion, with at least $5 billion from New York state. Bierfriend adds, “New York is expected to be one of the largest markets in the country, after California.” Bierfriend mentioned that many sponsors are referring to the expo as the catalyst for creating what is evolving into, to borrow from a certain multiday music festival, “Cannapalooza Week” in the Hamptons. The expo merges Wall Street with Main Street, as the event has investment professionals and bankers flocking to the East End to get in on the cannabis gold rush sweeping New York, eager to meet innovative small-business owners in the field. Now that laws across the country have eased, Bierfriend reports, expo 47

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PURIST: What makes this an especially exciting time in the cannabis world? Mitch Baruchowitz: From a pure growth perspective, watching the illegal market yield to the legal market is the opportunity of a lifetime for anyone who wants rapid growth in the companies they invest in. Cannabis legality also brings with it an incredible number of related benefits, including allowing families—especially those in minority communities who are historically more likely to go to prison for cannabis—to be reunited. Additionally, continued research regarding the medical potential for nontoxic plant-based medicine as an opioid replacement is in a really exciting place right now. We’re also finding that the rapid destigmatization of cannabis in recent years has allowed for people to choose adult-use legal cannabis over alcohol in social situations for the first time ever, opening the door to an entirely new market segment. What should prospective buyers be

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aware of when looking to invest in the cannabis space? MB: A new investor is going to want to understand the transition from the illicit market to the legal market, and the normalization of cannabis, since it is the most important shift happening in the industry. We have been on the front lines of the industry for years now, from the first furtive steps in California and Colorado, to a slow walk in newer states like New York, to the gallop of momentum we have now across the cannabis landscape. 48

You’re speaking at the Hampton Cannabis Expo 2021 in East Hampton. What are you most excited about sharing with participants? MB: We have done a tremendous amount of work to decode the unique aspects of the cannabis industry so that investors can benefit from this rare instance where average investors can participate in a burgeoning industry with a level playing field. We’re excited to share with participants how to take the enormous amount of information that is available in the space and identify and highlight the key insights. We’ll also discuss the emerging consumer landscape and the coming medicalization of cannabinoids, which is something that very few people have heard about because it hasn’t been discussed much on traditional financial outlets. With New York state legalizing, and NYC being one of the biggest cities in the world, how is this new market going to change the industry?

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MB: For one thing, New York drives opinion because the financial industry’s heartbeat is here, and its impact is felt nationwide. A lot of conservative financial folks are about to witness firsthand that this industry does not bring any of the negatives that we had been indoctrinated to believe our entire lives. They will see normal folks discuss it and consume it both medically and recreationally. New York has one of the most efficient illegal markets in the world, and watching the legal market overwhelm it will do a lot to help other cities learn how to support a transition to a wellregulated, legal industry. What steps need to be taken for cannabis to be legal nationwide? What’s the best argument for legalization, and what are some of the problem areas that need to be worked out? MB: The easiest way to end cannabis’s illegal status is simple: Creating a method for removing it from Schedule I. It’s hard to say what other steps need to occur, but this is on the forefront of the political discussion around cannabis. The best argument for legalization is simple—there is $100B of consumption a year in the U.S. already occurring, with only about $26B being legal. So why pretend the other $74B doesn’t exist? It’s better to tax and regulate than simply let it occur illegally where you have no control.

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society and legal market operators. The illegal market has no regulation, and we saw the horrific consequences when people died from consuming illegal vape products that had been made with substances that would never have passed legal-market muster. The only way forward is to find a middle ground that puts the health and safety of the consumer above all else.

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What are the trends that you see in products? For instance, after edibles and vaping, what is the next hot cannabis product? MB: Microdosed products that offer a buzz without a deep, long-lasting high seem to be a hot product for new consumers who want to “start low and go slow.” Ironically, the other trend we’re seeing rev up is exactly the opposite—as the illegal-market consumer comes into the legal market, they want heavy, high-THC products or concentrates. Also, a lot of companies are mixing genetics and trying to find out how far they can push the plant, and we’ve been seeing that when a new flower strain with unique qualities emerges, it tends to be a big hit. This is an industry that’s always been rife with innovation, and we’re just starting to see what’s truly possible.

The CBD-for-wellness market is already massive. In what ways do you see people further using cannabis (whether CBD or THC) for wellness? MB: Cannabinoid-based wellness is still developing, and we expect to see it used for sports recovery, stress and a variety of ailments that typically are treated with over-thecounter meds. We also expect CBD to start appearing on shelves with ibuprofen, aspirin and other OTC meds as people incorporate it into both reactive and proactive wellness regimens. What would you say to people who are skeptical about the new legalization? MB: The only way to control cannabis is to regulate it. It is much more harmful to simply allow the illegal market to flourish. If you want to combat underage cannabis use, it must be regulated. If you want to control the types of products people are consuming, or enforce quality control measures, or set standards for impairment, or how to test impairment, it must be regulated. Regulation is the key to ensuring cannabis is safe for consumption and responsibly used by patients and consumers. meridacap.com

There are currently a lot of government regulations. What are the obstacles that the industry is facing because of that, and what’s the way forward? MB: In order for the industry to move forward, we need to see the balance between overregulating (i.e. the current legal market) and underregulating (i.e. the illicit market). The overregulation of cannabis causes legal market prices to be higher than necessary, which in turn drives activity to the illegal market. This, in turn, hurts virtually every corner of 49

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lives in Hampton Bays with his husband. For Dr. Lella, the opportunity to serve the LGBTQ+ community is one he cherishes—and he also knows firsthand the value of having a primary care doctor who understands the needs and parlance of his patients. “I saw a doctor who had no idea what PrEP [pre-exposure prophylaxis] was, and this was in the not-too-distant past,” he recalls, a look of shock in his blue eyes, referring to the anti-viral drugs used for HIV prevention. “That just kind of ruins your relationship with your health care provider. We want it to be a friendly relationship,” he notes, stressing that the center aims to foster a welcoming environment where patients can feel comfortable discussing their sexual history or whatever is going on in their lives. “There’s no need to walk on eggshells here.” New services will also include more specialized medicine for the transgender community, whether it be hormonal therapy or counseling services. “We hope it will evolve into one-stop shopping for the whole community,” says Chaloner. To understand the needs of the community more fully, Stony Brook Medicine has put forth a historic LGBTQ+ survey, the first of its kind on Long Island, which will further help shape the health offerings at the center. While they’ve already hit their target goal of 900 respondents, the survey is open through the month of September, with the hopes of getting even more participants, including returning students. (It can be accessed here: https://www. stonybrookmedicine.edu/LGBTQ/survey.) “There was no good data about the needs of the LGBTQ Long Island community,” notes Chaloner. “I believe that good health care begins with good information.” 182 W Montauk Hwy., Building B, Suite D, Hampton Bays; 631.287.5990; https://southampton.stonybrookmedicine. edu/services/LGBTQ-and-HIV-healthcare

When patients enter the new Edie Windsor Healthcare Center in Hampton Bays, the first thing they’ll see is a mural by a local lesbian artist, Rachel Wilkins, titled “Shoulders of Giants,” depicting historic figures in the fight for equal rights for the LGBTQ+ community. Among the gay icons proudly portrayed (including Stonewall activist Marsha P. Johnson and gay rights pioneer Barbara Gittings) is the center’s namesake, Edith “Edie” Windsor, who took the battle for marriage equality all the way to the Supreme Court, winning the landmark case. Rechristening the health care center (formerly the David E. Rogers, M.D. Center) after the nowdeceased Windsor, who had a home in Southampton and was a big presence there, marks a shift from HIVfocused health services toward an expanded range of services for the community, including general medicine and mental health services in addition to its existing HIV care. “I’m a gay man myself, and I feel very strongly about making sure the LGBTQ+ community has good health care—and that everybody feels they can be cared for and treated with the utmost respect and sensitivity,” says Robert Chaloner, chief administrative officer for Stony Brook Southampton Hospital. “We’re thrilled that we’re able to create this environment that identifies as specifically serving the LGBTQ+ community, where people can walk in and not worry about what they might encounter.” The center also has a new location, moving from Southampton to Hampton Bays, making it convenient for people traveling from up Island or the North Fork to get to, but still offering easy access to Hamptons residents. The biggest change is the introduction of primary care, which is being led by Eric Lella, D.O., an osteopath who 50

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One of a pair of 1970s Montauk ranch homes transformed into beachside summer homes, the Etna Bungalow, designed by Robert McKinley, sleeps eight and features a pool and patio with ocean views. mckinleybungalow.com

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East End interior design star Robert McKinley makes a splash. BY JULIA SZABO • PHOTOGRAPHY BY NICOLE FRANZEN

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of France and woven baskets from Indonesia to create eclectic, globe-trotting decor that never fails to exude the comforts of home—that’s the Studio Robert McKinley vibe. “I’m a traveler to the core,” he says. Powerfully attracted to places connected to the sea and to nature, he enjoys bringing elements from faraway shores “back home, and having them coexist with the indigenous Montauk spirit.” Entering a Studio Robert McKinley interior feels like coming home and relaxing completely after a long trip away—even unoccupied, his projects manage to have that lived-in feel. Get ready for McKinley’s biggest (spacewise) idea yet. Currently being built in collaboration with noted real estate broker Rylan Jacka of Sotheby’s International Realty (who appreciates McKinley’s talent for “bringing affordable houses to market and helping to achieve record sales”), are ground-up houses that neatly answer McKinley’s question, “Now, what would be my dream Montauk beach house? What would that feel like?” The first of this series is slated for completion in spring 2022. As it takes shape, McKinley promises “a lot of inspiration from very traditional construction”—with a twist. “I cleaned up the lines and architecturally made it my own, to really look the way I’ve always wished these cedar houses looked.” If this designer feels at home there, so will we. “It’s very important to feel secure in a home, to feel inspired, comfortable and relaxed,” he says. “You want people to walk in and exhale: I’m in a safe place now.” robertmckinley.com

From the Hotel Joaquin in Laguna Beach, California, to a boutique hotel called Hotel Kinsley in the Catskill Mountains of New York’s historic Hudson Valley, from a hot home in Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico, to the McKinley Bungalows in Montauk…plus a gotta-have-it group of “fully shoppable stay” curated rental residences in Montauk: These destinations and many more in the works bear the stamp of Robert McKinley, the in-demand international designer who’s built a stellar career embodying Montauk’s shingled chic. “I’ve been coming here since I was 8 years old,” McKinley says of the East End hamlet that’s been synonymous with his work since he created the iconic interiors for The Surf Lodge and Ruschmeyer’s. “Montauk inspires me because there’s a wildness to it—a wildness to the nature, a grounded personality. Its casual elegance always attracted me—that beach style comes naturally to me, and it feels so comfortable. There’s a real artist’s spirit that lives here, and I believe in embracing that, and not making everything manicured.” The artistry of McKinley’s interiors is unmistakable. Look for easy, eclectic elegance and the patina of found stones and vintage books, unlacquered brass, reclaimed wood—chips, scratches and all. McKinley has a gift for combining objects from around the world with Montauk’s signature painted surfaces, wooden structures and cedar shingles. A “chunky piece of wood” layered with found pieces of marble, while Italian ceramics mingle with rattan pieces from the South 53

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Celebrating a brand-new East End outpost at 30 Jobs Lane in Southampton, design maven Kathy Kuo, founder and CEO of Kathy Kuo Home, shares decor and fashion must-haves.

“Forge de Laguiole makes the most incredible pieces. This set is cut entirely by hand and makes for the ultimate hostess gift.” Forge de Laguiole modern silver stainless steel juniper handle carving set, $609, Forge de Laguiole, available at kathykuohome.com

“Good design feels natural, organic, effortless, expected and perfectly balanced.”

“One of my newest go-to gifts is Catavento’s merino throw. They are beautifully handmade and for each one purchased, Catavento will gift e a blanket to a child in need in Argentina.” Catavento pampa merino modern green wool handwoven throw blanket, $298, Catavento, available at kathykuohome.com

“Originally designed for a London hotel with Italian pewter, this double-handed vessel can accommodate multiple bottles of wine and Champagne—the perfect accessory for any soiree.” Match modern classic silver pewter bottle basin holder, $2,100, Match Pewter, available at kathykuohome.com

“Fantastic art can be life changing. The three-piece art series is the first thing you see when you walk into Kathy Kuo Home in Southampton and it’s completely jaw-dropping.” Richard Phibbs Sail Series, price upon request, available at Kathy Kuo Home Southampton, 30 Jobs Lane. 54

“I wear this dress all the time. It’s handmade in the Ukraine, and the embroidery on the sleeve is so gorgeous! Everything Jaunt carries is fantastic.” Mosa midi dress in powder pink, $650, Jaunt, jauntaccessories.com

“The Dior Book Tote is one of my personal favorite pieces. It’s beautifully and fully embroidered, can hold all the essentials and is perfect for any occasion, including a Hamptons beach day.” Dior book tote in beige stripes, $4,200, Dior, dior.com

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Year-round dream homes and business opportunities abound on the East End. BY NANCY KANE

The summer is in full swing, and nowhere is that more apparent than the real estate market in the Hamptons. Many rentals turned into sales over the past year, and while inventory is lower than in years past, the brisk sales market shows that when there is good value for a property, buyers will come. Turnkey homes are always in demand, and now, buyers are also looking to more normal days ahead and setting their sights on future properties and even business opportunities on the East End. Culloden Point is a small peninsula just north of Montauk that marks the entrance to Fort Pond Bay from Gardiners Bay. Named after the HMS Culloden, a British ship that ran aground during the Revolutionary War, it is a secluded slice of heaven. Here, the latest from Studio Robert McKinley

comes to market with Rylan Jacka of Sotheby’s International Realty, asking $8,995,000. Due to be completed next spring, the home is situated on a west-facing bluff outside of any flood risk. The 1.6-acre property features 215 feet of bay frontage and a deeded path to the beach. What’s more, it is completely private, on the end of a cul-de-sac and up a long driveway, providing the peace and quiet homeseekers crave. The plans include four bedrooms and four full baths (plus one half-bath) in the home, which will feature all reclaimed-wood flooring, bathrooms with stone-top vanities and heated tiling, Sub-Zero appliances, and a mixture of vintage and highend architectural lighting as well as an infinity-edge gunite pool with a bluestone patio and mahogany decking. 56

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30 Matthews Road in Wainscott, with views of Georgica Pond and the Atlantic Ocean

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by noted architect Paul Rice. Enter through a grand double-height foyer leading to a formal dining room with a fireplace, an adjacent open kitchen with a breakfast area, and a family room with French doors flowing to a screened-in covered porch, blending the indoor and outdoor living spaces; there are views of the water from every common living space on the first floor. There is also a library with a fireplace, a living room, a sunroom with a full wet bar and an en suite staff or guest bedroom. The second floor features five en suite bedrooms, with the primary boasting a private balcony with awe-inspiring views.

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In popular Wainscott South, renowned architects Al DeVito and Maziar Behrooz have designed a spectacular residence, on the market with Angela Boyer-Stump of Sotheby’s International Realty and asking $10.95 million. Nearly 3 acres of land house a 14,000-square-foot beauty accessed by a long circular driveway and framed by dramatic fountains. The 9-bedroom, 10-bath home features a striking facade and inside, large plate glass windows and skylights. A recording studio on the ground floor and an adjacent gym, massage room, sauna and steam room make this home a musician’s paradise, but all creative types will feel inspired to entertain here with a wine cellar, art deco bar, wine-tasting room and dining room. There are three fireplaces, and two separate driveways, including a heated one that leads to the six- to eight-car garage. Also in Wainscott, a one-of-akind estate on nearly 14 acres asks $70M and is listed with Kyle Rosko, Marcy Braun, Martha Gundersen and Paul Brennan at Douglas Elliman. It offers 830 feet of water frontage, including gorgeous views of Georgica Pond and the Atlantic Ocean. The 10,000-square-foot residence was recently built by renowned local builder Ben Krupinski and designed

The lower level offers open recreation space, a home theater and a gym with a steam shower. There is also a detached three-car garage, pool house and gunite pool that overlooks Georgica Pond. This property affords the option to subdivide and create a second estate. In the heart of Southampton Village, a light-filled commercial property is up for sale, listed with Michaela Keszler of Douglas Elliman. The Homenature store at the corner of Culver Street and Pond Lane asks $3,995,000. It is situated overlooking Agawam Lake and offers a first floor with 2,300 square feet, as well as a second floor with 1,200 square feet inside and another 1,000 feet of exterior space. The owner, who created the general design concept during renovation, was inspired by Mies van der Rohe at the beach, and the goal was to combine clean lines and open spaces with a warm, welcoming environment. Programmable LED lights and tracks, sliding Reilly Ipe windows and folding doors, front and back entrances, alarm systems and watering systems for second-floor planters make this a true turnkey opportunity.

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Water Mill Crossing offers 4-bedroom estates in a tight-knit community.

The bucolic little hamlet of Water Mill, 2 miles east of Southampton, dates back to 1644 when Edward Howell built a mill for settlers to turn grain into meal. Today, the hamlet has seen growth as a cultural and wellness hub—with the relocated Parrish Art Museum to the west and the Mill to the east—a hub that houses Provisions, the trendy good-for-you grocery and graband-go as well as Hamptons Float and SoulCycle, among others. Robert Wilson’s acclaimed Watermill Center is a country lane or two away. It is in the center of this growing community that JS Squared has planned Watermill Crossing—a proposed luxury 38-unit townhome community in the beating heart of the village. “It’s priced in the sweet spot of $1.8 million to $2.5 million,” says Saunders co-listing broker Jennifer C. Wilson. “As far as new construction, you cannot find that anywhere at this price point.” Saunders co-listing broker Ed Bruehl calls it a “home without the hassle” and notes that it is being created with modern homeowners’ needs in mind.

Listening to the community and keeping how people want to live now in mind, the developers engaged Mabley Handler Interior Design on the design and also the Saunders team to weigh in. Each townhome at Watermill Crossing is outfitted with four bedrooms to accommodate growing families as well as in-laws, live-in nannies and chefs, and summer—or year-round—houseguests. Each home comes with a garage. “It’s a community, year-round residency, full-service project,” says Bruehl. “And frankly, we need more of them on the East End.” Located across from the Water Mill Community House, a stone’s throw from the center of the village and its beloved Japanese restaurant, Suki Zuki, which has attained a cult following, Watermill Crossing hopes to help make the hamlet a walking village. “There’s a lower level, a first floor with high ceilings and great-room feel, and bedrooms are on the second floor. It’s designed to accommodate the family that wants to spend time 59

together in an oversize living room and kitchen but also have their own spaces to retreat to,” says Bruehl. The homes will also be smart homes—from keyless entries to remote thermostats—and with the townhome construction, there are no upstairs neighbors. Completely full-service, the luxury property will feature a clubhouse and pool as well as a conference room. “And your driveway will be shoveled in the winter,” adds Bruehl. Wilson says buyers already inquiring about the project have ranged from those planning to downsize and opt for turnkey living, to families looking for brand-new homes at this price point and perhaps divide their time between NYC and the East End. Options abound and as Bruehl points out, it pays to get in early. “Some builds can be customized so you could buy two or even three adjacent townhomes and combine them into one,” he says. Watermill Crossing begins construction in the next few months and will go on sale this fall with a goal of welcoming residents in 2022.

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Greenwich Village Historic District, asking $26,600,000. The contemporary seven-story urban mansion features a new proposed contemporary interior, rear wall and landscaped garden, along with the restoration of the historic facade of the Greek Revival James Harriott residence, constructed in 1836 and designed to meet the criteria for a Certificate of Appropriateness from the NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission. Inside, the proposed new residence is designed to offer nearly 9,000 square feet of interior space on seven levels—including a two-story-tall garden room, private elevator, spa/pool and rooftop terrace and nearly 5,000 square feet of outdoor space—unheard of in downtown Manhattan. While the high-end market for homes like the ones above are still a bit sluggish, Steinberg says the below $2 million apartments were strong even through COVID, and those in the $5 million-$10 million range are brisk. Steinberg’s tips for buying in Manhattan (and Brooklyn) right now: Look for apartments that have been on the market for more than 100 days. Don’t be afraid to make lowball offers. The worst that can happen is you won’t get a counter, but you’ll know where you stand. Never let ego get in the way—the key to your new home will make it worth it in the end. “Good brokers are educating buyers and sellers,” Steinberg says. “It’s a perfect storm to buy in New York.” rsteinberg@elliman.com, elliman.com

“If you can afford to live in New York, there is no better place,” says Douglas Elliman broker Richard J. Steinberg, who then notes that real estate in the greatest city in the world is on the rise. Steinberg says that after a year and a half of living in the Hamptons, Westchester, Connecticut and Florida, homeseekers are realizing—with the opening of Broadway and museums—that the market is robust and interest rates have remained stable. “People have realized, why shouldn’t we come back to New York?” As a resident of New York City and a broker for over 25 years, Steinberg has seen cycles of depressed markets (in the ’70s, ’91 and ’92, and again in 2008), and he knows one thing: “New York City rebounds.” That is evident in some of the offerings Steinberg currently has on the market. At One57, for example, a private elevator, full-floor, 4-bedroom, 5.5-bath home is asking $44,000,000. Dubbed New York’s most luxurious residence, the building features the services of the flagship Park Hyatt located within and accessed through a separate lobby. Multilingual concierge services, a health club with pool and spa, a restaurant, a library, a screening room, a pet washroom and attended parking satisfy the most discriminating buyer’s need for luxury amenities. The apartment provides views of Central Park through floor-toceiling windows. From the great room, watch the sun rise over the East River, and see it set over the Hudson. If downtown is more your speed, Steinberg has a dream townhouse at 271 West 11th Street, in the heart of the 60

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Gotham real estate is booming again. Douglas Elliman broker Richard J. Steinberg leads the pack. BY NANCY KANE

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GET TOGETHER

Backyard parties are back. Landscape Details has tips for the festivities. BY GABRIELLE ECHEVARRIETA

lighting and entry lighting for the guests’ arrival. Throughout lockdown, many longingly Then, plan the menu and the table setting. reflected back on the days of carefree summer We love local flowers and local desserts and gatherings enjoyed with a lively crowd. A year frequent the farm stands in our area.” spent in isolation may have made your partyAs for cuisine, the couple often fire up planning skills rusty, but expert guidance from the grill to whip up steaks and local fish. the founder of Landscape Details can help Homegrown veggies from their garden, make your next backyard bash special. including peppers, squash, peas and “Summer is the most beautiful time of the Michael and tomatoes, are charred to perfection and year, and after being apart for so long, it Dwyer Derrig served alongside light, colorful salads dressed seems like there’s more to celebrate,” says with farm-fresh corn. They often look to Ina Garten for Michael Derrig, landscape architect and owner of East recipes, citing her new cookbook Modern Comfort Food as Hampton’s Landscape Details. “We’re more aware of how inspiration. A fun signature cocktail, including a mocktail much we value each other, and treasure this place.” He option, are a perfect finishing touch to get the party going, and his wife, Dwyer, garden party connoisseurs, are thrilled along with a backdrop of Brazilian tunes guaranteed to get to be hosts once again at their home in East Hampton. people on their feet. Fresh air, wide-open spaces and a twinkling night sky The couple’s summers spent out East are filled give a gathering an extra touch of summer magic. A wellwith sunrises at the ocean and sunsets at the bay, manicured yard and festive lighting can set the stage for accompanied by their friends, adult children and their everlasting memories with loved ones. Dwyer sets the mood dogs. “It’s the most beautiful place on Earth,” says Michael. with colorful flowers and place settings, bamboo flatware “When you can be with the people you love most and and candles to give the tables a cozy, intimate feel. “First, share all the things you love, well then you count your make sure all the outdoor spaces have been properly blessings.” landscapedetails.com maintained,” Dwyer advises, “then start to plan seating, 62

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Elegant place settings and local flowers create a celebratory ambience.

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TIPS FOR SUSTAINABLE INTERIOR DESIGN

Ensure a healthy home by following these planet-friendly guidelines. BY EVAN MASON

1 Think long term and prioritize the work that you want to have done. Don’t rush to decorate or design first without considering the health of your home. Doing so can waste time and money when you later recognize you have to remove walls to correct a moisture or air-infiltration issue, or have to replace aging heating systems.

A mixture of LED and natural light saves energy and can lower the cost of utilities.

Upcycled materials can be reimagined to fit a new home’s aesthetic.

that provide both heating and cooling—before investing in that beautiful specialty painting finish. One homeowner recently gained three closets by replacing three vertical air handlers with horizontal energy-efficient ones that we tucked into a ceiling space above—so we were able to create a 400-bottle wine closet, two cedar and one china closet.

2 Identify the soft spots. It is easier to identify your homes’ weaknesses during extreme weather events. Gaps in the exterior facade can cause infiltration of cold air, even when the heat is on full blast. 3 Think sustainable beauty. Consider upgrading heating, cooling and ventilation systems before you paint and decorate. It ultimately pays to install the most energy-efficient systems—like heat pumps

4 Think lighting. Go the extra mile for LED bulbs and

fixtures. Great progress has been made in LED technology; LEDs save energy, reduce electrical bills and our carbon footprint. Lights and fans on motion or daylight sensors turn on and off automatically, saving energy and the aggravation of remembering to flick a switch when leaving a room. 5 Think of changing needs. Prepare now for tomorrow. Children? Grandchildren? Working from home? A beautiful space can also be a functional space that accommodates long- and short-term needs, such as the home office capabilities created by designing a drop-down desk front in a hallway. There are endless options to make the home work for you. 6 Think upcycle. If you don’t want pieces of furniture, cabinets, faucets, doors or hardware, consider donating. This sustainable practice ensures materials don’t go into landfills, while reducing dumpster and demolition costs—not to mention earning you a tax deduction. For more interior design and sustainability inspirations, contact Evan Mason at evan@ evanmasondesigns.com.

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Interior design typically focuses on architectural style, beauty, textures and color. But how can aesthetic goals further connect with creating healthier, more holistic and comfortable interior environments? People, like buildings, are designed to fit together with parts supporting one another—when one part is compromised, it weakens others. We worry about the food we put in our bodies, but the design process may overlook our homes’ air and water quality and carbon footprint. Like our bodies, buildings should have regular checkups. Design and construction projects provide the perfect opportunity to address sustainable improvements. Here are a few steps you can take to make sure your renovation is beautiful, comfortable and sustainable:

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PURE PICKS

From clean skin care favorites to lifestyle essentials, here’s how Alex Chantecaille, vice president of sales and promotions for botanical beauty brand Chantecaille, stays well.

“This rich, deep-emerald shadow is scintillating all over the lids or even more intriguing as a liner, and helps support our partner SUJÁN’s crucial tiger and leopard conservation work in India.” Luminescent Eye Shade in Tiger, $52, Chantecaille, chantecaille.com

“These exquisite hand-painted plates are perfect for garden dinner parties, and I love how each is a unique scene.” Green and White Secret Garden collection tableware, from $95, Laboratorio Paravicini, available at landofbelle.com

“These sun shades are like jewelry for the face, and the craftsmanship is unparalleled. A splurge, but a worthwhile one.” Cary Grant sun shades, $451, Oliver Peoples, oliverpeoples.com “The most delicious calming face mist, perfect for refreshing and hydrating skin post-pool dip or ocean swim.” Orange Flower Water, $68, Chantecaille, chantecaille.com

“My dream eco-electric vehicle, ideal for throwing all the boards, wet dogs, and friends into. Also perfect for a run to the garden nursery— everything fits!” R1T, from $67,500, Rivian, rivian.com

“Post-lockdown, what matters most to me are high-quality products that bring joy, elegance and functionality together. They have to be good for the planet’s health (and mine, too). These are my end-of-summer essentials!” “My favorite overnight treatment. Its buttery texture goes on so smoothly and helps my skin look replenished, balanced and radiant in the morning.” Gold Recovery Mask, $275, Chantecaille, chantecaille.com 68

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SUN SAFETY

Expert tips for protecting skin and planet. Let’s face it: You can’t properly participate in a pro-aging lifestyle if you don’t have the basics down. The No. 1 precursor to premature aging is excessive sun exposure, often caused by avoidance of sunscreen or improper use of sunscreen. With an abundance of bad information out there and TikTokers all of a sudden becoming skin care experts, it’s time for the Pro-Aging K.I.S.S (keep it simple, stupid) Rules for Sun Safety. Should you use chemical or mineral-based sunscreens? They are both very safe and effective, but only if you use them! If you have sensitive skin, acne-prone skin, a personal or familial history of skin cancer, or you’re a lifeguard exposed to copious amounts of sun, you’re better off with the reflective mineral-based sunscreens. However, you don’t have to be too worried about the toxic effect of chemical sunscreens unless you are bathing in them 24/7. Any downsides of using chemical sunscreens are not as bad as the toxicity of radiation damage from the sun and skin cancer. Does the SPF number matter? All you really need is an SPF of 30. It covers about 97 percent of all the UVA and UVB rays. Choosing a broad-spectrum sunscreen is important; however, going above SPF 30 is not only cosmetically inelegant, but it gets really expensive. If you apply an SPF 100 at 9AM and think you’re covered for the day, you are wrong. Even SPF 100 is only effective for 2 to 2.5 hours, and it tends to leave a white film on the skin. Pasty does not equal safety! You’re better off applying an SPF 30 every 2 hours (90 minutes if active), particularly during peak sun times of 10AM-4PM. Everyone swears they wear sunscreen, but the key to avoiding sun damage lies in the reapplication. It is crucial to apply your sunscreen 20 to 30 minutes before going outside or in the water. A first application of sunscreen while at the beach, right before jumping into the water, offers little to no protection. You have to let it absorb into the skin in order to gain protection. If you are consistent in applying and reapplying, then the SPF number doesn’t matter. You need about a shot glass amount (1.5 ounces) for your entire body, every time you apply sunscreen. Don’t believe the hype: There is no such thing as a waterproof sunscreen, and if you plan on being in the water for more than 20 minutes, it’s time to reapply. At the end of the day, the best sunscreen out there is the one you’re going to use, and reuse. If you are truly avoidant of using any chemicals on the skin—remember, there is always shade, a wide-brimmed hat and protective clothing. Enjoy your summer. pfrankmd.com

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CLEAN BEAUTY PIONEER

said, ‘Are you sure? Nobody includes the highest amount; just a drop.’ And I was like, Hell no!” Westman’s insistence on clean ingredients stems from her own experience with rosacea. “I didn’t have it until I was older,” she says. “I never had any issues with my skin”— until she got contact dermatitis “from a product I used to love. I developed an irregularity in my skin texture and tone, so I did a deep dive and discovered one of the ingredients is also in antifreeze! The experience was a catalyst for making products that focus on the health of your skin.” For Westman, skin is a crusade—“The skin is the most important; it’s our biggest organ for personal well-being.” It’s also a canvas. With Westman Atelier, the clean-cosmetics queen invites everyone into her court to experience the creative power of nuanced color. Plus, she’s generous with her hard-earned pro tips: “Start by focusing on the quality of your skin: What do I need to do to have the best possible outcome? Do I need to evaluate my skin care routine? What could improve the look of my skin on its own? Then go in with foundation, correct redness and pigmentation areas that you don’t want to be red—and then add color back in.” Westman Atelier products are as much ritual as they are remedy: Consider a gleaming, polished gold brass-plated brush cup and tray, collaborations with the Scandinavian heritage brand Skultuna, metalsmiths since 1607 in her beloved Sweden. The cup is precisely designed to house Westman Atelier brushes (which are made in Japan by the world’s oldest brush artisans), while the tray corrals the brand’s much-loved foundation sticks. These are, Westman explains, intentional luxuries: “We really want doing your makeup to feel like a special moment, an emotional connection. Makeup can work as a mindfulness tool. The ritual in which you do your makeup should be cherished: It’s a moment to pause and have time with yourself. It’s sacred and special.” westman-atelier.com

Scaling the heights of her industry for nearly three decades, internationally renowned makeup artist Gucci Westman—influencer of influencers, guru of movie stars and cosmetics giants like Lancôme and Revlon (she served both in a leadership capacity)—achieved in record time what few dare to envision: her name on a breakout beauty brand. What’s more, the brand is perfectly aligned with her uncompromising values as a clean-beauty pioneer, because she built it herself. Westman astonished her industry by creating one of the world’s most trusted makeup marques—Westman Atelier—in just three years. “When it came to doing my own brand, the focus was always Gucci Westman going to be on performance, built a clean beauty ingredients and packaging,” empire from the ground up. Westman says. “I wanted it to be this whole experience that feels like it’s just what you’ve been looking for.” Westman Atelier is a marvel of marketing, without marketing: Wildfire publicity spreads via word of mouth from Westman’s loyal legion of A-list supporters, who include Michelle Pfeiffer, Martha Stewart, Christy Turlington Burns, Gwyneth Paltrow and Julianne Moore. A peek at Westman’s verified Instagram feeds reveals a power posse of followers quick to offer encouraging words and emojis. “There’s a constant dialogue when it comes to our ingredient listings,” she says. “Someone will say, ‘Oh, it’s clean according to so-and-so’ but that doesn’t matter if it’s not clean according to Westman Atelier. We never compromise on ingredients; we find alternative ingredients that are incredibly well vetted and extremely safe.” The criteria: “Is it ethically sourced, is it from a plant, is it synthetic?” Ingredients that are RSPO-certified [by the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil] are graded on a scale from one to five, one being the most pure and five the least. Westman Atelier stands firm: “We won’t accept the higher numbers.” When Westman Atelier loves an ingredient, it’s a safe bet it will be folded in with a generous hand. Of one such component, Westman recalls, “All our labs 72

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Gucci Westman’s all-natural cosmetics line brings mindfulness to makeup. BY JULIA SZABO

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A CURIOUS MIND

How one woman established the gold standard of clean beauty

York City and upstate New York, as well as on Long Island and at her own private retreat on the island of Skyros in Greece. With a deep commitment to honesty and integrity, both personally and professionally, coupled with impeccable instincts, Alexiades launched Macrene Actives, her line of signature skin care, over a decade ago. Focusing on nontoxic plant-based solutions in eco-conscious packaging—100 percent recyclable glass containers; Dr. Macrene uncoated paperboard; Alexiades biodegradable inks; an included mother-of-pearl spatula—Alexiades foresaw a category of skin care that would later become the gold standard of clean beauty. “Clients were coming into my office slathering on up to 10 layers of toxic chemicals and preservatives packaged in plastic.” Instead of getting clients or companies to change, Alexiades created her own line. “The beauty market chastised me for ignoring ‘margins.’ That’s not what motivates me. In the end, authenticity prevails.” Even in the darkest of times, art endures and inspires— and perhaps it can erase a wrinkle or hyperpigmentation as well. macreneactives.com

With a BA, an MD and a PhD in genetics from Harvard University, as well as being the recipient of a Fulbright grant in bioengineering and natural alternatives in agriculture, Dr. Macrene Alexiades, a forerunner in the field of dermatology and clean beauty, has a résumé of accolades that could fill a textbook. But it’s Alexiades’ artist’s eye that sets her apart. As she vacations on the beach in Sicily, she draws inspiration from the crystal-clear waters of Taormina, which parallel her quest for purity and transparency in beauty as well as business practices. Drawing portraits for as long as she can remember, Alexiades began matching her artistic skills with scientific studies even as a child. Seeking knowledge through nature, she planted toothpicks in her garden to track the paths of ants. Twenty years later, during her coursework at Harvard, Alexiades had an epiphany about the professional path set before her: “I learned early on that the current institutions were built by men, and they unconsciously did not want to share,” she says. “If I wanted to break the glass ceiling, I had to build my own house.” And that’s exactly what Alexiades has done in New 74

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TEEN SCREEN

Sixteen-year-old Sasha Marmur, daughter of dermatologist and skin cancer surgeon Dr. Ellen Marmur, debuts a new collection of sunblock with a mission.

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resistant for up to 40 minutes and can be applied under makeup or by itself for a smooth, sun-kissed complexion. Infused with rejuvenating vitamins C and E, aloe, cucumber and coconut oil, the mineral and nourishing sport sprays are water- and sweat-resistant for up to 80 minutes. Plus, 100 percent of profits from the collection are donated to Beyond Suncare, an organization supporting the health of people with albinism (PWA) in Malawi, a country with a high rate of children born with the condition. Often facing extreme discrimination as well as a lack of education and resources about skin care, PWA are at great risk of developing precancerous and cancerous lesions as children; all these factors contribute to 90 percent of PWA dying before the age of 40. Beyond Suncare and Sasha Suncare are diligently protecting the health and dignity of PWA—every 10 bottles of Sasha Suncare equating to an entire year’s worth of sunscreen, education and dermatologic screening for a person with albinism.

Teens are infamous for believing they are invincible. Warnings from worried parents often go in one ear and out the other, but sage advice from those their own age can be life-changing. Sasha Marmur, an NYC teen immersed in the world of skin health, is on a mission to bridge the gap between medical experts and young adults with Sasha Suncare. Noticing a profound lack of sun protection targeted toward those in her age group, the young entrepreneur collaborated with her mother’s skin care line, MMSkincare, to create products that speak to her peers and support a worthy cause. “As a teenager, I see how others my age view sunscreen. It’s something that’s not seen as a necessity, even though 80 percent of sun exposure happens before the age of 18,” says Marmur. “It showed me how important it is to take care of your skin throughout your life. Kids usually see sunscreen as a bother. They don’t like the feeling, or just see it as a chore to do before you can go have fun. I really wanted to change that perception, and emphasize that applying sunscreen is not a choice—it’s a crucial thing to do every single day.” The new vegan, gluten- and cruelty-free line is gentle for both skin and the sea, containing natural ingredients that won’t damage precious coral reefs. Formulated with vitamin B and caffeine USP to boost skin elasticity and prevent dryness, the tinted mineral sunscreen is water

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MIRACLE WORKER

Entrepreneur Bobbi Brown has cause to celebrate, with a runaway beauty collection and a new home base in the Hamptons.

Here is something you may not know about Bobbi Brown: She’s a certified health coach, having completed a program a few years ago with the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. “At the time, I was super-cleaning up my diet and household supplies. It wasn’t because I was afraid of getting diseases, but I got sensitive to chemical smells,” says Brown. “I also had a meeting about ‘clean’ beauty and was given Credo’s Dirty List of 2,700 banned ingredients that show up in mainstream beauty products.” It was part of the evolution of her Evolution_18 line of wellness supplements, and Bobbi Brown wanted to delve into the subject of clean beauty—not just for a passing knowledge and not to proselytize about why people need it, but to figure out the right formulas for her Jones Road line. “Clean beauty is more than a trend. The world is starting to realize why it’s important.” So did she. That practical approach to health and beauty—and the world, really—sits at the heart of the legendary makeup artist’s success and goes into creating must-have-it products like the Hippie Stick, that soothes as it slicks your skin, brows, lips, lids, whatever; or her best-selling Jones Road Miracle Balm, a complexion-enhancing tint that imparts a glow of bronze, dusty rose, tawny or au naturel. Two new Jones Road shades launched this summer: Sunkissed and Magic Hour, and both hand over the prettiest golden glows. “I knew [Miracle Balm] was a game changer,” says Brown, “because I gave little samples to friends and within no time at all, they came back with empty jars, like ‘Please, sir, can I have some more?’” As an entrepreneur, household name, wife, mother, friend and inspiration, Brown believes in her own natural curiosity and invests time and energy in understanding how things work. During her first foray into beauty, “I was disrupting what was happening, but I did things that made sense to me.” In that way, she continues to bring a single-mindedness to her approach. Her hashtag, #hownottolooklikeshit, she says, explains it all. So it’s not at all surprising that an episode of NPR’s How I Built This with Guy Raz podcast was devoted to her shakeup of the beauty industry in the late ’80s with her nude-makeup philosophy that popularized neutral palettes and natural tones.

Legendary makeup artist Bobbi Brown created Jones Road, a clean and sustainable beauty brand.

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Brown’s best-selling Jones Road The Face Pencil is available in shades for every skin tone.

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like I was doing a personal appearance,” she said, as customers gravitated to her for makeup tips. Her ramblings around town are restorative: “I use my creative brain while I’m walking,” she says, finding inspiration in the architecture for the houses she and her husband are renovating. She listens to podcasts, and her choices are as original as you might expect: Jalen Rose: Renaissance Man, How I Built This, The Daily, SmartLess with Jason Bateman, Will Arnett and Sean Hayes. A late-in-the-day beachgoer, she and her husband head to Peter’s Pond around 3:30 on warm afternoons and sometimes they’ll stay until 6, reading (recent books include Eartha & Kitt: A Daughter’s Love Story by Kitt Shapiro and Simply Halston by Steven Gaines) before stopping by Lulu Kitchen & Bar for roasted cauliflower steak or mussels, or Tutto Il Giorno for branzino poached in parchment with olives and tomatoes. Occasionally, she’ll indulge in a detox cocktail of Tito’s on the rocks with fresh cucumbers, lemon and mint, but generally she bypasses dessert. “I’ll have fresh blueberries at home,” she says, adding: “Here’s a tip I always give. I’ve learned never to order a drink of alcohol and a dessert at the same meal.” It’s a lesson in healthy living that happily goes down easy. jonesroadbeauty.com; evolution18.com

There is another thing you may not know about Bobbi Brown: She’s now a Sag Harbor homebody who eased into the new life her family created at their weekend house during the height of last year’s health crisis. “When the pandemic started, and our youngest—my baby, a senior at Syracuse—came home, it was a giant blow for him. We all heard there would be a lockdown for two weeks, so we decided to stay in Sag.” Those two weeks turned into months, and others descended. All of a sudden, there were seven full-timers in the house, plus three new puppies—five dogs in all. Wi-Fi challenges and cleaning chores aside, “it was the best and the worst of times, but way more the best,” says Brown, especially because “my kids are foodies, so we had competing chefs!” Now that some semblance of normality has returned, Brown’s life in Sag Harbor feels joyful, hanging out with close friends from Montclair, New Jersey, who moved nearby, or going to Yoga Shanti for a restorative class. One of her three sons just got married; the ceremony was a real celebration of love and family. Even daily life holds sweetness: The house is close to town, and Brown’s walking path is past the harbor and the Goop pop-up shop, where Jones Road products are now sold—the only spot other than the website to buy them. “When I stopped by, I felt

LIGHT UP YOUR LIFE What’s the miracle of Miracle Balm? In the original four shades, as well as the newbies, Magic Hour and Sunkissed, the oils used in the mix hydrate and smooth skin with light-reflecting particles. Think of the way skin looks in soft sunlight—gold glints shimmer, and create a flattering glow.

What’s inside the mix? Here are the big three: JOJOBA SEED OIL replenishes the skin’s natural oils, hydrating without oiliness. ARGAN OIL also adds dewiness by delivering vitamin F, linoleic acid, fatty acids and ferulic acid, the latter being especially effective at reducing photo-aging. In other words, you can bypass the look-better filter when posting selfies. VITAMIN E You need protection against the elements, and tocopherol (aka vitamin E) does that while helping cells excel at their usual game of restoration. 79

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QUICK BEAUTY AND WELLNESS FIXES Seasonal pop-ups provide results in a flash. BY RAY ROGERS

FACEGYM: A WORKOUT FOR YOUR FACE

ORA HAMPTONS: GIVING US LIFE “Say Chi” reads the mirror in the calming treatment room at Ora Hamptons, a little oasis of healing opposite the high-energy SoulCycle center at the Barn in Bridgehampton. “I like to say we are like the water to the fire just outside our door,” says ace acupuncturist Amie Castaldo, who also sees clients at Ora’s permanent spot in Noho in New York

City. SoulCyclers often come in for post-session treatments to soothe and revive sore muscles, and restore “chi” (or life force). Pick up a post-treatment tonic, a potent herbal tincture made with Chinese herbs, for healing on the go after your session—choose from Anti-Aging, Cold Buster or Down to Detox. 264 Butter Lane, Bridgehampton; oraspace.com 80

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Glutes and thighs are not the only thing getting sculpted at the SoulCycle Barn this season. FaceGym’s late August pop-up offers quick and easy toning for above the neck with two “workouts”—Signature Sculpt and Cryo Contour—plus a specialized SoulCycle “Express” class to get your circulation flowing. “Freeze away 10 years in five minutes” with a high-pressure shot of frozen C02 that’s meant to hydrate, plump and lock in moisture. The pain-free arctic blast activates blood microcirculation, stimulates the production of collagen and elastin, and visibly improves skin’s texture. Get into a regular workout routine with FaceGym’s new line of products—the Electro-Lite wash alone gives serious glow. Available the last two weekends in August (including Thursdays). 264 Butter Lane, Bridgehampton; usa.facegym.com.

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The welcoming new reception area at Naturopathica

WELLNESS REDEFINED The new Spa & Healing Center offers a luxurious environment in which practitioners can draw from modalities like radio frequency, crystal healing and herbalism to create custom treatments that deliver real results. Guests will feel welcomed by the spa’s thoughtful, sustainable design featuring Pierre Jeanneret chairs, the brand’s signature herbal library and Noguchi lighting. The new space also includes a sunbathed modular retail boutique that can be transformed into pop-up shops for emerging brands and local creators. “The East Hampton Spa & Healing Center location has always meant a great deal to me,” says Barbara Close, Naturopathica’s founder. “It was our first spa in 1995, so to see it evolve has been thrilling.” In addition to the physical renovations, Naturopathica

Revolutionary holistic wellness brand Naturopathica has relaunched its Spa & Healing Center in East Hampton. The spa has been reimagined and expanded to establish the future of holistic healing. Unlike traditional spas or facial-bars, Naturopathica’s latest approach to wellness combines bespoke therapies, advanced technology and personalized ingestible remedies to heal from the inside out, for deeper beauty that touches every cell of the body. “Naturopathica was born in East Hampton and has been a haven for the community for over 25 years,” says Emma Froelich-Shea, president of Naturopathica. “By integrating advanced cosmeceuticals, natural ingredients like holy basil and cutting-edge technologies such as radio frequency, we’re reinventing wellness for a new generation of consumers.” 82

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Naturopathica enters a new world of healing.

the body’s natural healing process with nano-fractional skin resurfacing to reveal fresh new skin, alongside deeply healing ingredients such as manuka honey and calendula, for youthful, lifted skin. In addition to advanced facials and targeted massages, Naturopathica is also launching holistic services such as guided meditation journeys and crystal healing treatments, to deliver a truly customized wellness plan for everyone in the community. The brand will also introduce new products exclusive to East Hampton throughout the summer, from calendula aromatherapy candles to kava-infused bath oil. naturopathica.com

has also launched a new spa menu that combines the healing power of herbs with results-driven technology for total transformation of the skin, body and mind. The new spa menu features: Defy Radio Frequency Contouring, available for face and body, uses radio frequency to target collagen and fat cells, along with curated herbs for results you can see. The Clear Facial, an acne-elimination treatment featuring intense pulsed light, colloidal silver and salicylic acid for instantly clearer, acne-free skin. The Defy Skin Resurfacing Facial, the only treatment in the world that combines radio frequency to stimulate

“Naturopathica was born in East Hampton and has been a haven for the community for over 25 years.” —Emma Froelich-Shea

Natural light fills the treatment room waiting area.

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SAY GOODBYE TO CELLULITE Once injected, QWO goes to work by disrupting the fibers, breaking down the collagen’s peptide bonds, releasing the dimples, and giving the surrounding skin a smoother surface. But QWO doesn’t stop there: It also helps to redistribute fat cells, and stimulate the production of new collagen. As with any aesthetic treatment, the number of injections a person will need to see their best result will vary for each individual. For optimal results, three sessions, spaced 21 days apart, are recommended. Ultimately, the final outcome will depend on how severe QWO the cellulite is: The more treatments can pronounced, the more likely improve the a patient is to need more look of skin. treatments, which means the desired result will take a bit longer. “Treatment with QWO is quick—less than 10 minutes—virtually painless and remarkably effective,” assures Dr. Brady. “Patients will experience bruising and swelling at the injection site for about two weeks, with no activity restrictions. QWO is given on three separate visits, scheduled three weeks apart, for maximum results. And here’s the kicker: The elimination of cellulite is permanent.” That means nine weeks to no cellulite, with no downtime—a major victory in an age-old battle for the body beautiful. And Brady has more anti-aging tools in his arsenal: “We’re also excited to introduce two new laser treatments, MOXI and BBL HERO. Both are designed to rejuvenate your skin with little or no downtime, and can be used on all skin types.” James Brady, MD, Plastic Surgery, 686 County Rd 39A, Southampton, 631.287.0711; jamesbradymd.com

Total wellness is about more than how a person feels— how they look plays a big part, too. And few realities of aging can erode an active person’s confidence quite like cellulite, whether called by name or hinted at with a euphemism (dimpling, orange-peel skin). For at least a century, various quick-fix remedies have promised to lessen the appearance of cellulite, if only temporarily, with little to no success. Now, finally, one esteemed Southampton doctor delivers on decades of promise by offering a real solution: QWO, a nonsurgical treatment that’s now available on the East End, exclusively at the office of James Brady, MD. What is QWO, and how does it work? First, we need to understand what exactly cellulite is. It’s not saggy skin, as many of us incorrectly presume. Cellulite “dips” occur around pockets of fat; they’re caused by the skin’s connective tissue (the septae) tightening skin to muscle, with fat wedged in between. QWO is the first and only FDA-approved injectable clinically proven to reduce moderate to severe cellulite in adult women, and it’s a triple threat that works wonders in three ways. First, a licensed practitioner injects QWO directly into the affected areas of the buttocks and/or thighs. The number of dimples treated per session varies from practice to practice, and there’s no limit to the number of “dips” that may be treated in one session—that is determined by the provider at the initial consultation. An enzymatic made of collagenases, QWO effectively targets collagen types 1 and 3—the types found in the fibrous bands that are responsible for the creation of cellulite. 84

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Vintage cars are a throwback to yesteryear at Beach and Bay Bungalows, located at 496 Dune Road in Westhampton Beach.

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BREAK AWAY

August is a great month to plan a quick escape to relaxing destinations and scenic wonders within driving distance. BY NANCY KANE

THE NORTH FORK Known as the un-Hamptons, the North Fork can be a great antidote to traffic and crowds. Vintage shops and independently owned restaurants fill the 19thcentury village of Greenport, and the roads that connect it to nearby towns are sprinkled with family-owned farm stands and vineyards. WHERE TO STAY Located in the heart of Greenport Village, The Menhaden (themenhaden .com), a boutique 16room hotel with a sleek, chic black-and-white color palette, boasts the Fork’s only hotel roof deck, complete with fire pits and lounge seating. Walk around

the village or take their complimentary Moke, like an open-air jeep, to local vineyards and farm stands. For a more laid-back stay, try the Sound View (soundviewgreenport.com), right on the Long Island Sound. Take a painting class on the beach or sign up for a chef-led farm tour, and don’t forget to check out their new shop At Dawn, a beachside outpost envisioned by Sound View’s owner Erik Warner, offering a highly curated collection of chic accessories, home goods, wellness items, travel necessities and gifts.

restaurant, The Halyard (thehalyardgreenport .com) with food direct from foragers and farmers, growers and fishermen and a Summer Guest Chef Series. A table at sunset offers unparalleled views of the sun setting over the Sound.

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Or dine poolside at Jack’s Shack—a reborn icon from Jack Levin’s snack shack that was one of the area’s biggest draws post-World War II. It’s now at the pool of the Sound View, with classic fare and a festive feel. Back on Main Street

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Magical views, here and below, at Sound View in Greenport

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in Greenport, stop by Demarchelier Bistro (demarchelierrestaurant .com) for authentic French fare.

franc “Horses” along with custom-curated cheese, charcuterie and locally baked sourdough. Call ahead for reservations.

MUST DO Due to COVID, many of the North Fork’s vineyards and wineries are open by appointment only and limited to smaller numbers. Check out Clovis Point (clovispointwines.com) for their merlot and cabernet franc clones and renovated potato barn, or Macari’s Barrel Cellar (macariwines .com), where you can toast their sparkling cabernet

FUN FACT Greenport was first settled circa 1682, and at various times it has been called Winter Harbor, Stirling and Green Hill (it was officially named Greenport in 1831). Once a whaling and shipbuilding village, rumrunning and speakeasies became a significant part of Greenport’s economy during Prohibition. It was said that the locals knew

the waters so well, they could outrun the Coast Guard.

BLOCK ISLAND An hourlong ferry ride from Montauk, Block Island—just south of mainland Rhode Island—is known for its beaches, open spaces and laid-back vibe. WHERE TO STAY Steps from the Old Harbor ferry port, Block Island Beach House (blockislandbeachhouse.com), a beautiful beachfront hotel, offers otherworldly views of Crescent Beach and be-

The Menhaden Hotel

yond. The former Victorian cottage turned “Surf Hotel” has maintained its surfshack charm while adding modern amenities. Lounge around the wraparound porch or head to The Surf Shack for a beachfront cocktail. WHAT TO EAT Grab breakfast at the Old Post Office Bagel Shop or check out Payne’s Donuts, a food truck serving up sweet treats. For a romantic sunset dinner, book a table for two on the terrace of the Restaurant 1879 at the Atlantic Inn (atlanticinn.com/dining) and

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MUST DO Music on the lawn of the Spring House Hotel in the shadow of a Victorian grand dame complete with wraparound porch, mansard roof and cupola. Get in some cardio with a hike along the

labyrinth.” If you look, you can find a box of notebooks where other visitors have shared their thoughts. You may be inclined to write something as well.

Mohegan Bluffs—on a clear day you can see the tip of Montauk! The historic North Light is an iconic graniteand-iron lighthouse that dates from 1867 and is home to a museum open weekends through Columbus Day. Just beyond the lighthouse is the National Wildlife Refuge and Sachem Pond, a haven for all kinds of birds, and the serene pond is what the locals call a “sacred

FUN FACT Numerous paranormal sightings have been reported at the Harborside Inn, including a Victorian woman in a black dress roaming the hallways.

WESTHAMPTON BEACH Stay at the Beach and Bay Bungalows (staymarquis .com/bungalows). Converted military barracks, the Beach and Bay Bungalows are a one-of-a-kind getaway. Situated on the bay and across Dune Road from your own pathway to the ocean, the elegant yet homey bungalows are outfitted with colorful modern amenities but retain their rustic charm. Each has its own deck, grill and picnic table, and guests are welcome to hop right into the water, just outside your door—the barrier island locale allows you to kayak, paddleboard or swim in Moriches Bay or opt for the surf of the ocean. Every suite comes with a kitchen and essentials like towels and sunblock. WHERE TO EAT If you venture out, head down the road to John Scott’s Surf Shack (johnscottssurfshack.com) for sunset views, cocktails and live music. Grab a pistachio latte at Laurent Tourondel’s

Block Island Beach House

new coffee shop, Caffeine Westhampton (caffeinewesthampton.com), just over the bridge to town. Eckart’s Luncheonette is a step back in time to an old-fashioned diner with great food. MUST DO The Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center has a full slate of entertainment (Los Lobos, John Hiatt, the Spin Doctors) with summer concerts under the stars at the Village Green, and art shows at The Great Lawn. The Westhampton Beach Historical Society events offer a trip back into the area’s rich history. A visit to GOOD Westhampton, a general store, is always worthwhile for picking up a carefully curated item for your home. Explore the lovely hamlet of Quogue or drive to beautiful Bellport, only about a half-hour away. FUN FACT Some of Westhampton Beach’s historic buildings have been lost over the years, but three of them are still standing—the Crowther House, the U.S. Post Office, and the FosterMeeker House, which was constructed circa 1735.

SHELTER ISLAND A quick ferry ride from Sag Harbor, Shelter Island is a sleepy, charming neighbor offering unspoiled beaches and historic manor homes with nearly a third of the land protected by the Nature Conservancy.

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sip vino from an awardwinning wine list. Dine on fresh seafood; you can even buy a round of beer for the chef and staff for $20!

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The grounds at Rams Head Inn

WHERE TO STAY The famed Rams Head Inn (ramsheadinn.com) is under new ownership and they’ve upped the ante with a full-service water program featuring a 42-foot yacht that can be booked for private charters (from $3,000) and ship-to-shore dining, as well as wellness offerings like Yoga on the Bluff with YogaSammy, meditation classes and an emPOWERment WALK with Victoria Exnicios, a leadership and performance coach. Rooms have been given an upgrade and there’s an expansive lawn running right down to the water. Later this year, they’ll be offering an all-inclusive Grass Pass for day visitors to access onsite amenities like waterfront picnics. The historic Chequit (thechequithotel.com), built in 1872, is undergoing extensive restorations, with its Summer Cottage open and programming beginning this month.

WHERE TO EAT In a converted vacant boatyard, SALT (saltshelterisland.com) is a nautical-themed restaurant serving up classic local seafood and some Hawaiian-influenced dishes. The Shipwreck Bar,

a converted 1930s-era scalloping vessel, is an outdoor party with live music and lawn games. Pick up French croissants, tarte tatin and other delicious prepared food at Marie Eiffel and pop by the Tuck Shop for ice cream and coffee.

Beach and Bay Bungalows, Shelter Island

MUST DO Stop in Black Cat Books for fine vintage collectibles and signed first editions. Visit Sylvester Manor Educational Farm, established in 1651 as a slaveholding provisioning plantation for the Barbadian sugar trade. Take a Farm Tour, a Sustainability Tour or a History & Heritage Tour and enjoy live music at this historic site. FUN FACT Follow in John Steinbeck’s footsteps: In 1960, the author began a crosscountry journey, leaving his summer home in Sag Harbor to start an odyssey that would become the subject of his book Travels with Charley: In Search of America.

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BEST FOOT FORWARD

Manolo Blahnik CEO Kristina Blahnik on following in her uncle’s footsteps and leading the iconic brand into the future. BY JULIA SZABO

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Feel confident and sexy in Manolo Blahnik’s collection of chic heels.

Manolo Blahnik CEO Kristina Blahnik

Exquisite shoes can do so much more than alter a fashion silhouette. They can lift one’s mood, improve slouching posture, or brighten the dimmest outlook. Few feel the power of chic footwear more keenly than Kristina Blahnik, CEO of the label made famous by her talented uncle Manolo. “We’ve all basically been seeing each other, and ourselves, from the waist up for the past 18 months,” she says. “We’ve been looking straight ahead at a screen. Now, we’re looking around again—look up and there’s the beautiful skyline, look down and we see our feet. What’s that beautiful object?” “Beautiful object,” for Blahnik, is simply another term for shoe—and the brand’s two new New York stores, on Madison Avenue and East Hampton’s Main Street, are the objects’ homes. She’s the CEO and a design authority in her own right, but Blahnik, an architect by training, is also a grateful niece who recalls her uncle as a reliable pillar of style advice. “He would have a comment on what I was wearing, and it would always be explained,” she says. “It wasn’t, ‘This doesn’t work’—it was, ‘This doesn’t work because that, that and the other.’ My uncle, my mum and my grandmother all helped me in positive ways to understand not only what their style was, but also how I could make my own decisions about style.” An appreciation of fine English tailoring is a strong strand in the Blahnik DNA: Manolo adores Anderson & Sheppard

custom suits, while his sister—Kristina’s famously well-dressed mom, style icon Evangeline—passed to her daughter many elegant ensembles by the maestro, John Galliano. Kristina carries forth the bespoke Blahnik tradition in her own fashion, ordering trouser suits and coats from Joshua Kane, a favorite for his “disruptive, unbelievable talent.” In or out of custom suiting, 6-foot-tall Kristina cuts a dashing figure, especially when accompanied by her miniature schnauzer, Poppins. Together, the two regularly beat a path between London and their weekend retreat in Sussex. Gravitating to a chic, restricted palette of red, black, white and gray, with accents of her “core color,” red—“those are my identity, my staples”—Kristina, just like any other Manolo-phile, proved she’s not immune to a surprise hit of decoration 93

and color. The proof? The brilliant yellow Maysale buckled mules that electrified her summer wardrobe. “This season, I’ve gone yellow,” Kristina confesses. “We’ve all had such a miserable, cold, locked-away winter that I wanted radiant, glowing sunshine. I’ve never owned a yellow dress in my life; now I have three! Even my notebooks are yellow.” For relaxation, she likes to cook. “Extremely complicated, five-course dinners,” she says. “That’s my meditation, and I love it. I like to make plates look fantastic…that’s when I’m at my happiest.” Kristina is hospitality on heels, and the shops are her irresistibly inviting salons. “The entire purpose of these spaces,” she says, “is to create a welcoming home for the shoes, for them to say ‘Hello’ to you, and to make you smile.” From the serene, Hollywood-Regency grandeur of the Madison Avenue store, to the casual “beach-hut” vibe of its East End counterpart, “We want everyone to walk in and relax,” she says. “It’s not about purchasing something; it’s about sitting and enjoying the beautiful objects and the happy people on our team and in our community. We hope they radiate the joy of summer.” The Manolo Blahnik legacy couldn’t find more capable hands—or fancier feet. 52 Main St., East Hampton; 717 Madison Ave., New York City; manoloblahnik.com

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DREAM WORLD

Photographer Diana Frank celebrates the strength and beauty of her subjects while conjuring a fairy-tale landscape.

PURIST: What inspires you as a photographer? DIANA FRANK: People, light-play and the potential for magic. Capturing a millisecond in time, a moment that will never be recreated is truly sacred. My passion for photography and the creative expression that comes along with it began when I first became a mother, almost 16 years ago. An artist friend told me that I had a great eye, bought me a book on composition and encouraged me to hone my skills. My

husband then gifted me classes at ICP (International Center of Photography) that Christmas. Soon, I was chasing my children as well as other people’s children all over the place with a camera in hand, loaded with costumes, props, bubble machines and snow machines.

Diana Frank

There is a dreamlike quality to your work, a mix of beauty and fantasy. What appeals to you about looking at the world in this way?

All photos courtesy of Diana Frank

The subject of “Yard Bird Angel” is educator and filmmaker Diane Robinson.

DF: Looking at the world in any other way seems almost drab. To show someone, especially a dear sister, how truly magnificent she is by portraying her in her full luminous splendor, is the greatest gift to me. I am so grateful for the willingness of these women to allow themselves to be vulnerable and feel tremendous honor for the trust they placed in me. What does the blurred focus suggest, in addition to a dreamlike state—that the artist is accessing a heightened realm, another dimension? DF: It most certainly is a heightened realm...the out-of-focus represents a window into a magical space between dreams and wakefulness. That moment in between breaths. In meditation, this is the sweet spot. This is where I believe the real magic happens. Where enchanted fairies frolic freely and sometimes cause mischief, but only of the most delicious kind. How would you describe this world that the viewer is being drawn to? DF: This body of work is about celebrating women: our beauty, our fierceness, our strength. It is about our connection and how powerful we are when we lift each other up. What inspired you to create this world? Is there a meditative aspect to it? DF: It was during the pandemic that my dear friend urged me to pick up my camera and to create some magic, with her being the first subject. I immediately knew I was onto something very special based on the feelings the images evoked in me. The light-play and captivating captures of these goddesses gave me butterflies in my stomach. During one of my meditations

“Impressionist Angel” features Diana Frank’s friend Kat in Frank’s garden.

it came to me, the idea to create this body of work for the purpose of raising awareness and funds for Sanctuary for Families, which is a NYC-based organization that aids and empowers survivors of genderbased violence. These victims include women, transgender persons and children who are oftentimes homeless 95

and living in fear while fleeing from their perpetrators. During these unprecedented times the need for these services has escalated to a heartbreaking level right in our beloved New York City, inspiring me to create this unique body of work to lend my support. Before I knew it, I had purchased

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a large-format printer and turned our basement into a temporary (my poor husband!) printing shop. I started printing archival prints on rag photographique paper...a matte velvet. It is almost a sin to put glass over this exquisite paper, but there really is no other way. If you touch the paper, the oil from your fingers will destroy it. And 100 percent of the profits from these prints will be donated to Sanctuary for Families.

Frank’s out-of-focus style, as seen in “Analisse,” offers a window into a dreamlike space.

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That famed Hamptons light really shines through in the work. Where were these images taken? DF: All the images were taken at my home, in my garden, the everchanging backdrop. I tease my friend, Christine Harmon, who helps me with my garden, that she should add “set designer” to her list of qualifications. The image of my friend Kat, “Impressionist Angel,” is really quite extraordinary, for those peonies lasted only a few breaths; by the same time the following day, the purple alliums had become the prominent color and texture. I love the way the light plays ever so softly upon her skin and how the image has this painterly quality. The late-afternoon light is always quite enchanting; it’s no wonder it brings so many artists to the East End. There is nothing quite like it. And the image “Yard Girl Angel” is of my friend Diane [Robinson]. She is an educator and filmmaker (Yard Girl Productions). The day I shot her, I had just run into Marders garden shop, as I often will do for a little inspiration, and saw these huge blue feather wings I knew I had to shoot her in. Diane is a beautiful light and force in this world for social justice. She specializes in films that impact change, and recently finished a film called The Young Vote. She is a 2021 recipient of the Black Voices for Black Justice Award from the Moriah Fund. dianafrankphotography.com 96

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Veronica Beard celebrates the launch of its new Southampton boutique, its 15th store opening—and first on the East End—in high style. Purist speaks with the two sisters-in-law who happen to share the same first and last name, Veronica Miele Beard and Veronica Swanson Beard. BY JIM SERVIN

Veronica Swanson Beard, left, with Veronica Miele Beard

PURIST: What is your take on the connection between fashion and wellness? How does the Veronica Beard brand embody these ideas? VERONICA MIELE BEARD: I like to say our clothes are made with love. From the conception of the designs and the thought that goes into the customers’ lifestyle and desires, to the prints, colors and fabrics, the process is heartfelt. I didn’t realize the power and energy you feel when dressed well until COVID hit. I found myself getting dressed to take the garbage out, or for a trip to the supermarket, because it lifted my spirits. Now that life has begun again, we see euphoric shopping and celebrating. VERONICA SWANSON BEARD: This really resonates with me because one thing we say all the time as a brand is ‘look good, feel good, do good.’ All these things are interconnected. When you look put together, you feel like you’re on your game, like you can conquer that mile-long to-do list. And when you feel good, you are putting that energy out in the world—going out and ‘making it happen,’ whatever that means for you. We want our clothes to be your go-to wardrobe for your real life. On the go, with the kids, at the office. If you look good and feel good, you are poised to do good. PURIST: How has Veronica Beard responded to recent world events? VMB: The silver lining in our brand ethos is that we design from lifestyle, and we walk in the customer’s shoes through all of it. When the world came to a halt, we pivoted and casualized. We offered our version of the sweatsuit—elevated and cool, not your average sweatsuit. Now that the world is opening up, we are pivoting with her yet again. I personally want a chic, more tailored feel in my wardrobe. The essence is, “We’re back and we’re feeling ourselves!” VSB: Gatherings are happening, but

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are sitting, because our brand has always been about dressing a woman in cool, classic American wardrobe staples. The industry can and will continue to evolve, and we will adapt with it, but that foundation will never change.

PURIST: What is it about Southampton that made it an ideal location for Veronica Beard’s 15th U.S. store opening, since its retail debut in 2016? VMB: We’ve wanted to open in Southampton for a few years. It is the mecca of New York shopping in the summer months, and now year-round. Our family have been summer residents of Southampton for 25 years. VSB: Southampton has the best main street in the Hamptons. It is a destination to shop, stroll, get lunch. We always want to be in retail locations that feel alive, that pulse with the energy of the locals. We are not a mall brand; we never will be. We want to be in neighborhoods—on that little side street that also has the café with the best sangria. Or near the park where you walk every day with your kids. Southampton is that destination. PURIST: What pieces are Hamptons customers most drawn to? VMB: In any market—and the Hamptons has become a year-round destination and residence—the VB customer is drawn to the wardrobe heroes that they can’t stop wearing over and over. Jackets and outerwear have always been our strongest category. Denim, footwear, dresses and swim are important categories for her. VSB: The Hamptons customer isn’t just there to go to the beach. She also wants to get dressed—laid-back, but chic. The dickey jacket is our VB icon—it’s so versatile. It is really the essence of the brand. PURIST: What’s your forecast for the future, in terms of both fashion and wellness? VMB: The secret sauce of VB is that

Fantasy meets reality at Veronica Beard’s casually chic Main Street location.

Veronica and I are the customer and always have been. We design from necessity and demand. We will all never tire of emotional, elevated, iconic styles with a modern-day twist, whether it’s sweats or a cocktail dress or outerwear. The future forecast is to be ready for all of her walks of life VSB: Fashion was evolving even before the pandemic, and the past two years have sped up the change. But we feel really confident from where we 100

PURIST: What are your favorite wellness go-tos in the Hamptons? VMB: Tracy Anderson is a must-do if you want to transform yourself. Surfing on Road D is a family experience like no other. VSB: During quarantine, I became obsessed with Melissa Wood Health. I love that you can do her classes anywhere and squeeze quick workouts into your day. PURIST: You are sisters-in-laws with virtually the same name, both married to nephews of the late photographer Peter Beard. Do you ever have mix-ups with dinner reservations? How do you make it work? VMB: It definitely has caused some mix-ups! Having two of us designing and branding has given a dimension and mix in style that is the essence of Veronica Beard. Inclusivity and the ability to mix and match prints, colors, fabrics, high-low. Our being so different but loving the end product has broadened our customer base. VSB: We have the same name—and before we started the brand, we actually spent a lot of time trying to think of another name for it before realizing we should just get it right out front—but we are very different. And we are both the customer. That is the magic. We share everything, we are family, we are partners, and we have our own points of view. That strengthens everything we do, from running the business to styling the clothes. 84B Main St., Southampton; veronicabeard.com

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they are intimate. The clothes must work for this new reality; they have to be versatile. We want to give women a little bit of fantasy again, but it has to be wearable fantasy.

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Joey Wölffer, co-owner of Wölffer Estate Vineyard and founder of her namesake boutique in Sag Harbor, shares fashion and beauty essentials for a fabulous Hamptons summer.

“Sage and Madison is my new favorite gift store in Sag Harbor. I am particularly into the scents from Acqua dell’Elba, the Italian brand inspired by sailing off the coast of Italy.” Classica and Blu eaux de parfum, $175, Acqua dell’Elba, available at Sage and Madison, 31 Madison St., Sag Harbor

“These sweaters are a year-round staple. Their cashmere has incredible quality, and they’re priced so well.” Paula sweater, $175, Demylee New York, demylee.com

“Sensi Studio is a new brand we’re carrying in our store. They are fantastic quality and so chic.” Sensi Studio baby oval double handle cross-body bag in natural, $385, store. joeywolffer.com

“I love supporting my friends and local small businesses like my own. These are some of my favorite go-to items at the moment.”

“I am so proud of my Reworked collection that I sell exclusively in my store and online. We mix new fabrics with dead stock and fabrics from styles that didn’t sell in-store. It’s been an exciting way to organically grow my brand.” Joey Wölffer collared T-shirt, polka dot, $175, Joey Wölffer, store.joeywolffer.com

“This is my go-to hat for summer. I try to wear a hat at all times, because I am outdoors a lot! We collaborated with Hat Attack to make these wonderful summer must-haves.” Joey Wölffer Reworked x Hat Attack beach hat, $175, Joey Wölffer, store.joeywolffer.com 102

“I like makeup that makes me look like I’m not wearing any! Westman Atelier’s cosmetics are clean and perfect for every day.” Vital skin foundation stick, $68, Westman Atelier, westman-atelier.com

“These ballet flats are my go-to for day and night. I’m very close with Jessie, the designer and creator. She might be the nicest and most talented person I know.” Leonie safari ballet flat, $250, Loeffler Randall, loefflerrandall.com

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WEAR A MASTERPIECE

Meet Louisa Guinness and Tiffany Dubin, the dynamic duo behind Sotheby’s East Hampton show of jewelry created by some of the world’s finest contemporary artists. BY JIM SERVIN

PURIST: Louisa, you’ve said that many of the artists’ lack of formal training in jewelry-making brings a “welcome, instinctive rawness.” LG: It’s much more about the message behind the jewelry than what it looks like, or simply enhancing the wearer’s

something pretty, but not everyone can buy something that is not only beautiful but wearable and interesting—and will also, over time, appreciate in value.

Tiffany Dubin, founding director of Sotheby’s fashion department, is overseeing the Sculpture to Wear show with Louisa Guinness.

PURIST: Alexander Calder is one of the artists whose work is being sold. Georgia O’Keeffe famously wore a pin created by him. LG: Calder would often make jewelry for friends. He didn’t use precious materials; he was never trained to be a jeweler. He just twisted wire. He had a hammer and pliers in his pocket all the time. PURIST: Price range? LG: $1,000 up to $100,000.

Man’s Ray’s “Les Amoreux” 1932 painting, and a gold necklace he created in 1970

beauty. I think the artist minds more about the message. The sculptors are not jewelers. They are not trained in the field, and approach jewelry from a conceptual perspective. TD: The DNA of the artist shows through. That’s what I believe you’re really looking for. Anyone can buy 104

PURIST: Is there a piece you’d die to have? TD: Oh god, it’s so difficult. I’m obsessed with Lalanne. It’s actually going to kill me when he sells—the bell I’m lusting over. And the apple earrings? They’re the last. I’ll never have the chance again! LG: I like Anish Kapoor—the gold pendant comes with a little white box that you can put it away in, or view it as a small sculpture. PURIST: What thrills you about offering these fine art pieces? TD: Louisa quoted Oscar Wilde in her book: “One should either be a work of art, or wear a work of art.” 66 Newtown Lane, East Hampton, sothebys.com

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PURIST: How did the two of you join forces on this eclectic show, Sculpture to Wear, running at Sotheby’s in East Hampton from August 3-28? TIFFANY DUBIN: I have followed Louisa from afar for many years. Being obsessed with Claude Lalanne’s jewelry, I saw Louisa at Art Basel in Miami Beach. Bought my first Lalanne necklace from her, and then ran around the rest of the show, gathering everybody at Sotheby’s and telling them what a rock star she is, and how we had to convince her to come to Sotheby’s and do a show. LOUISA GUINNESS: And then we did a show in 2014 at Sotheby’s in New York. Tiffany helped organize that, and got lots of great collectors. TD: We focused on three specific artists that Louisa represented: Anish Kapoor, Sophia Vari and Claude Lalanne. They sold like hotcakes. LG: The genre is really growing; there’s a recognizable following who are building collections of artists’ jewelry, from Man Ray to Jeff Koons. It’s a very exciting time to be offering a large selection of high-quality works to people who haven’t been able to see anything for the past two years— certainly not this type of thing.

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Montauk and NYC-based artist Jonah Freeman tells Purist about his wildly creative collaborations with artist Justin Lowe. NAMES: JONAH FREEMAN, 46, and JUSTIN LOWE, 45 Hometown/Current Residence: New York City/ Montauk/Woodstock Driving Force: For the past 14 years, we have been engaged in a collaborative practice that uses spatial collage to explore a constellation of disparate themes. One dominant thread that is present in all our major projects, from Hello Meth Lab in the Sun, 2008, to Colony Sound, 2019-2020, would be the symbiotic and antagonistic relationship between counterculture and mainstream industrial society. Another would be the concept of the “Hybrid.” This could involve biological hybrids like our plant/ mineral sculptures, or an architectural hybrid, where a shopping arcade becomes a youth dwelling. Since much of our work involves some form of assemblage or collage, the general approach to material is also rooted in the notion of the hybrid—the combination of several base materials to make some new, unforeseen identity. This goes from the smallest items such as the sci-fi book-cover collages, all the way to the total architectural mashups of the installations. Another theme that is central to the practice is the notion of “Alchemy in

Jonah Freeman & Justin Lowe, “Jazz Was the Least of My Problems,” 2021; oil, acrylic, silkscreen, spray paint and ink

a Modern Context,” which could include everything from the alchemy of industrial production to the alchemy of illicit drug production or the alchemy of homemade soup. We approach the idea of alchemy on sculptural terms, with the concept being that sculpture is frequently trying to use one material as an illusory symbol for another. The Work: “Jazz Was the Least of My Problems” is a mixed-media painting from an ongoing series called the Signal Flow Pictures. These

works are based on the infamous NASA spider experiments, in which researchers gave spiders different drugs and then studied what kind of web patterns emerged from the influence of each drug. We have taken these spiderweb patterns and expanded them into drawings that resemble a kind of cybernetic map. This painting is a riff on a spiderweb made under the influence of Benzedrine. The series’ title is a reference to the signal flow graphs invented by information theorist Claude 105

Shannon in 1942 to map the electronic signals in analog computers. The imagery in the work is intended to create an overlay network in which the specific images represent nodes in a larger system. This particular painting uses film stills from the 1970 film Myra Breckinridge, a comedy based on the novel by Gore Vidal, about a transgender woman who attempts to disrupt the entertainment industry and conventional notions of masculinity through the introduction of FemDom. The film could be interpreted as a story about a hybrid identity, where technology has been used with biology as materials in a collage that remakes notions of gender identity. How do your surroundings affect your creative process?: Since our primary medium is architectural environments, I would say the surroundings are crucial to the tone and content of the work. Early in our collaborative practice, we would walk the streets of NYC taking pictures of spaces that seemed liminal or forgotten: the kind of architectural noise that is often overlooked as we pass through the built world. I don’t think that these works would have emerged if we were based in a rural environment.

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A HISTORIC FIRST

At the newly established Southampton African American Museum, an essential stop on a Hamptons cultural tour, you need more than wall text to explain the old-style barber chair in a ground floor alcove. Best to book a tour with Brenda Simmons, co-founder and executive director; a former assistant to Southampton Mayor Mark Epley, she worked for 16 years to establish SAAM, the first African American museum to be historically designated in the village of Southampton, highlighting exemplary lives of men and women who came north in the midcentury, escaping the legacy of slavery and the Jim Crow South, and this region’s place in that history. Now a point of pride, identity and Black ownership, the restoration of this modest, shingled, red-trimmed house for public view, the onetime site of a barbershop and beauty parlor that is personal to her, touches on larger community issues, raising the question: When is hair more than just hair? A meeting place for Blacks, the barber/beauty shop was abuzz with information about education, voting and jobs. And now, as a museum, the history of that vibrant community is preserved. An entranceway mural by Shinnecock artist David Bunn Martine depicts ancestors, illuminating three key themes: “The Great Migration”; the site as barber and beauty shop, and other businesses such as juke-joint restaurants owned and frequented by Blacks; and the story of Pyrrhus Concer, born in Southampton on March 17, 1814, in slavery. Shown riding a whale, he was sold and taken away from his mother at age 5,

SAAM’s Brenda Simmons

worked on a farm, and taught himself to be a ship’s steerer. Eventually, he became a whaler out of Sag Harbor, and was aboard the whaling ship Manhattan that was the first American ship to visit Tokyo in 1845. An education fund he set up is still active today. Other notables include Emanuel Seymore, who came from North Carolina in the ’40s “with a plan and a dream and anointed hands,” says Simmons. The deed for this lot’s purchase by Seymore in 1952—for the gasp-worthy price of $10—is a treasured item on display. Blacks buying property was unusual. A barber, he built this building. And Randy Conquest was the last owner of this site as a barbershop. His grandchildren donated original business cards and the radio he used. Simmons’ aunt Evelyn Baxter came from Virginia and settled in Harlem before she and Brenda’s mother came to Southampton. Baxter got her 106

beautician license and was the first to work there, when a wall divided the space to create the beauty shop. As a teen, Brenda answered phones and made coffee runs to the local diner for her auntie’s beauty shop. And yes, some whites came too. Brenda’s father, Noah Simmons, owned the Cottage Inn, a restaurant and juke joint, where, as kids, “we played on the stage, not knowing what was going on at night.” Aretha Franklin and James Brown passed through. “My dad gave the Lovin’ Spoonful their opportunity—some skinny white guys playing to an allBlack audience. How wonderful it was.” Contiguous to the barber/beauty shop, Arthur “Fives” Robinson opened a popular juke joint. A vitrine of artifacts features shaving brushes, shears and hot combs from that era. Respected, barbers regarded themselves in an informal brotherhood that passed on knowledge and skills to younger men. Exhibited downstairs is African American art from architect Peter Marino’s personal collection: works by Sanford Biggers, Kara Walker, Melvin Edwards, Glenn Ligon, Theaster Gates. Most gratifying for Brenda Simmons is what SAAM can offer in this opportune moment, in the aftermath of George Floyd’s death—“I call it a lynching: Our history is told the wrong way. I didn’t know the Hidden Figures story,” she says, referencing the popular movie, “or Tulsa,” or the occasion for commemorating Juneteenth, SAAM’s opening day. “Now is the time for us to tell our story properly. White people have to tell this story too.”

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Southampton African American Museum’s loving restoration of a barbershop and beauty parlor preserves the legacy of a vibrant community center. BY REGINA WEINREICH

WHAT’S ON VIEW The East End’s major arts institutions look toward a compelling season. BY REGINA WEINREICH SOUTHAMPTON ARTS CENTER Beyond the Streets on Paper (7/17-8/28): This exhibition explores the revolutionary innovations of experimental artists inspired by graffiti, punk rock, hip-hop, zines, street and underground art.

“Elysium Lotus” by Shepard Fairey, from Beyond the Streets on Paper

Hamptons Fine Art Fair (9/2-9/5): Over 45 galleries from around the world present 20th- and 21stcentury art.

Courtesy of Southampton Arts Center, Parrish Art Museum, LongHouse Reserve

Clearing the Air (9/17-January 2022): Following an unprecedented year of COVID-19, political divide, racial and social strife, and injustice, Clearing the Air examines the healing power of the arts. This multimedia group show will be curated by Jay Davis, in-house curator for all of Memorial Sloan Kettering’s galleries.

“Self-Portrait at an Easel” by Roy Lichtenstein, at the Parrish Art Museum

Textile art from the Jack, Larger Than Life exhibition at LongHouse Reserve

PARRISH ART MUSEUM Roy Lichtenstein: History in the Making (8/1-10/24): A collection of the painter’s early works, the exhibition provides an illuminating prologue to Lichtenstein’s wellknown comics-inspired imagery, and tells the largely overlooked story of his early career, when formal experimentation and a keen eye for irony irrevocably defined his art. Lichtenstein’s fruitful, formative years introduce a revisionist starting point for understanding his work and establish a fresh context for this period in 20th-century modern American art. James Brooks: A Painting Is a Real Thing (8/6-10/23): Some fifty paintings drawn from public and private U.S. collections show how 107

James Brooks embraced experimentation and shied away from developing any dominant method or style in order to avoid, as he put it, “one’s own pictorial cliches.” Darlene Charneco: Symbiosome Schoolhouse (8/28-10/24): This interactive installation, exploring cohabitation between humans and nature, is on view at the Oysterponds Historical Society, in Orient, on the North Fork. For its 10th season of Parrish Road Show, the Parrish Art Museum has selected Darlene Charneco (American, b. 1971), a contemporary Latin American artist based on the North Fork whose work—miniature sculptures of landscapes—explores ways of seeing human settlements, communities and communication networks through a biological lens. GUILD HALL Robert Longo: A History of the Present (8/7-10/17) is a critical investigation into the span of American history bookended by Abstract Expressionism and the current moment in which we live. In two adjacent galleries, Longo juxtaposes America’s past with its present through 17 monumental, highly labor-intensive charcoal drawings that act as mirrors into history. LONGHOUSE RESERVE Jack, Larger Than Life exhibition up now through Sept. 5. Textiles and artifacts from legendary Jack Lenor Larsen’s expansive and illustrious career. On the art-laden grounds: new sculpture by Daniel Arsham, Beverly Pepper, John Giorno, and Prune Nourry.

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Julia Amory, founder of her namesake lifestyle brand, shares the ultimate shopping list for a chic Hamptons summer.

“One of my favorite prints from our summer collection this year. I especially love green for its versatility as the seasons change.” Sage jasmine tablecloth, $150, Julia Amory, juliaamory.com

“The most versatile summer accessory and a staple of our collection.” Celadon buttercup pareo, $60, Julia Amory, juliaamory.com

“My summer essentials are an endless supply of beach-ready pareos, a good faux tan, and a surplus of ready-to-go hostess gifts and summer dresses for a never-ending stream of high-season festivities.” “Perfect for summer cocktails with fun jewelry, or open over a bikini to the beach.” The Julia Amory ruffle dress in clambake lapis, $295, Julia Amory, juliaamory.com

“The perfect house gift for summer weekends, I always have a few on hand. A tablescape in a bag.” Set of 4 petal clambake placemats with dinner napkins, $120, Julia Amory, juliaamory.com

“An elegant, timeless summer hat is an absolute must-have. I love this one, as the ribbons are interchangeable.” Eel point leghorn straw hat, $318, Peter Beaton, peterbeaton.com

“Hands down the best natural bronzer for fairskinned blondes, a musthave!” Les beiges healthy glow bronzing cream, $50, Chanel, available at neimanmarcus.com 108

“A glowy primer and SPF in one, I wear it alone or with concealer over it.” Glowscreen SPF 40, from $17, Supergoop!, supergoop.com

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Get in the game with Tory Sport, an athletic wear collection by fashion designer Tory Burch.

Photo Courtesy creditofhere. Tory Burch

BY GABRIELLE ECHEVARRIETA

Tory Sport brings iconic 20th-century fashion into the new millennium.

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Athleticism requires a delicate balance of strength and grace. Learning to move with intention, bravery and poise can drive players to victory, and many female athletes describe the integral role sports play in self-empowerment. Whether you find joy in a cardio boot camp class or a gentle yoga flow, tapping into your body’s power can be a transformative experience. Fierce women deserve to feel confident in their workout gear, and Tory Burch has put a chic spin on classic fitness apparel. “I have always been passionate about sports,” says Burch. “Activewear is something I’ve wanted to do for years. Our goal is to design a collection that balances style with function.” Throwing it back to the groovy summers of the 1970s, the Tory Sport collection brings vintage motifs into the modern age. Nostalgic chevron, tie-dye, floral and geometric prints are incorporated into performance-ready fabrics, designed for ultimate comfort and support on the go or lounging at home. A must-have for invigorating tennis matches in the Hamptons and beyond, the V-neck tennis dress and warm-up jacket pictured here are crafted with breathable, moisture-wicking jersey fabric. A perfect way to look effortlessly beautiful while showing off your sharp game, the varsitystyle ensemble is silky-smooth, showing off curves while remaining flexible enough for high-impact movement. Adorned with a charming embroidered racket emblem on the breast, the tennis jacket can be paired with Tory Sport’s seamless shorts and sneaker collection for a versatile look on and off the court. toryburch.com/sport

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FOOD IS MEDICINE

A warm baguette pairs well with the cool, tangy gazpacho.

TASTE THE RAINBOW

Soup’s on! Three supremely delicious and easy-breezy ways to chill out this season. BY PETER SOM a hit of sweetness with watermelon and the crunch of saffron aioli-slathered bread. Chilled corn soup— vibrant like sunshine—is taken up a notch with lobster and feta, and Titian-orange carrot ginger soup is cool and soothing with a dollop of labneh. Effortless and delicious? Yes. A touch elegant? You bet. So whether it’s date night à deux or an easy family lunch, let’s embrace the big chill this hot August and dip our spoons into something cool, shall we?

The Hamptons’ summer bounty offers a perfect way to beat the heat. The best seasonal vitamin-rich produce demands simple no-fuss dishes that are perfect for a quiet evening alfresco—and these chilled soups are just that. In all three soups, the blender does most of the work—and even better, they can be made a few days ahead of time to let the flavors meld. Just take them out, garnish with some delicious morsels and serve. Classic gazpacho—so deep and ruby red—gets

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Heirloom Tomato and Watermelon Gazpacho With Saffron Aioli Toasts SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS: 2 lbs. heirloom tomatoes, cored and cut into large pieces 3 cups cubed seedless watermelon 1 medium cucumber 1 garlic clove 1 tbsp. chopped red onion 1 tbsp. red wine vinegar 1 tbsp. lime juice ½ tsp. chili flakes ¼ cup olive oil, plus more for finishing ½ tsp. kosher salt

INSTRUCTIONS: In a blender, combine tomatoes, watermelon, cucumber, garlic, red onion, red wine vinegar, lime juice and chili flakes and puree until liquefied. Add olive oil, salt and pepper and blend again until just smooth, with a touch of texture. MAKE THE AIOLI: In a small bowl, add water, lemon juice and saffron and let steep 10 minutes. Add garlic, mayonnaise, lemon zest and salt and whisk until smooth. If needed, add more mayonnaise to thicken. To serve, ladle soup into bowls; finish with olive oil and sea salt and garnish with herbs. Spread saffron aioli onto warm toasts and garnish with herbs.

Ground black pepper to taste Baguette, sliced and toasted A mix of soft herbs for garnish such as parsley, cilantro, dill, basil, tarragon For Saffron Aioli 1 tsp. water 1 tbsp. lemon juice ¼ tsp. saffron threads, crushed 1 garlic clove, minced ½ cup mayonnaise 1 tsp. lemon zest ¼ tsp. kosher salt

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Chilled Corn Soup With Lobster, Avocado and Feta

Fresh lobster and feta bring a delicious kick to this corn soup.

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INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Cut kernels off cobs and transfer to a medium bowl. Set aside. 2. Cut cobs in thirds. In a large pot or Dutch oven, add water and bring to a boil. Add cobs and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 30 to 35 minutes, uncovered. Remove cobs; transfer stock to a bowl (you should have about 8 cups) and set aside. 3. Return Dutch oven to stove. Over medium heat, add butter and melt. Add shallot, garlic, celery, leek, salt and pepper and saute until shallots are soft, 3 to 4 minutes. Add corn kernels and turmeric and cook for 5 to 6 minutes. Add stock and bay leaf and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat. Add cream or yogurt and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Let cool slightly. 4. Carefully, and working in batches, transfer soup to a blender and puree until smooth. Transfer to storage containers and refrigerate for 5 hours or longer. 5. To serve, pour soup into shallow bowls; add lobster meat, avocado and feta. Finish with za’atar and sea salt and garnish with chives and parsley.

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SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS: 6 ears yellow corn 9 cups water 5 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 cup chopped shallot 1 garlic clove, minced 1 celery stalk, sliced 1 leek, white part only, sliced 1 tsp. salt ½ tsp. ground black pepper ¼ tsp. turmeric 1 bay leaf ¾ cup cream or plain yogurt 1 lb. lobster meat, cooked 1 avocado, pitted, peeled and sliced 1 cup crumbled feta Za’atar, for finishing Flaky sea salt, for finishing Chives and parsley, for garnish

Grated ginger complements the rich umami flavor of white miso.

SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS: 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 small yellow onion, sliced 2 garlic cloves, sliced 2½ cups carrots, medium diced 2 tsp. grated fresh ginger 1 tsp. white miso 1 tsp. kosher salt 2-3 cups vegetable stock 2 Persian cucumbers ½ cup labneh, for finishing Extra-virgin olive oil, for finishing Flaky sea salt, for finishing Basil leaves, for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS: 1. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and saute onion and sliced garlic until soft, approximately 3 to 4 minutes. Turn heat to medium-low and add carrots, ginger, miso and salt and saute until carrots are soft, approximately 20 to 25 minutes. 2. Carefully transfer to a blender, add stock 1 cup at a time and blend until smooth and desired consistency is achieved. Transfer to storage containers and refrigerate for 5 hours or longer. 3. Just before serving, use a mandoline or a very sharp knife to slice cucumbers thinly. To serve, pour soup into bowls, add a dollop of labneh and arrange cucumber slices atop. Finish with a glug of olive oil, basil leaves and flaky sea salt.

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THE BUCKWHEAT REVOLUTION

Celebrating the rise of a high-fiber, high-protein, gluten-free superfood.

Buckwheat bread from The Gut Goodness by ML

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To those of you who are familiar with this seed (yes, seed), buckwheat can be an acquired taste. A powerful superfood with a mild flavor, buckwheat is not only gluten free, but also relatively high in good-quality protein, fiber, magnesium and essential amino acids. This carb has a low glycemic index— no fussy digestion, no pain. For someone like me who has suffered with digestive issues for over 20 years, this is indeed revolutionary. This past winter, I was sent a link to a recipe for buckwheat bread by a nutritionist who has been helping me heal from SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) and leaky gut. I was in the middle of a drastic low-FODMAP diet, a regimen free from fermentable carbs, gluten, sugar and dairy, among other things. I had to take a ridiculous amount of supplements by day, only to be rewarded with chicken broth and bok choy in the evening. I was ready to try anything to satisfy my bread cravings, and this recipe was it. I became obsessed with the one-ingredient bread, slicing it to bake into crackers, adding different seeds for different flavors. When the world started opening up this spring, I didn’t leave the house without a goodie bag for my friends. I needed everyone to know about it. This past June, I launched The Gut Goodness by ML (I often go by ML—my French, two-worded name just doesn’t work in the U.S.) with the encouragement of those friends, and started selling my gluten-free goods at the East Hampton Market on Fridays from 9AM-2PM and on some Sundays. The idea behind the brand is using as few ingredients—all organic—as possible to enjoy a pain-free eating experience. The demand for simple, one-ingredient foods that can address severe gut issues such as diabetes, SIBO, celiac disease, leaky gut, Crohn’s disease and others has been overwhelming. I am humbled by the response and the returning customers who trust my products. We offer three moist breads: amaranth, walnut and seeds. Top your toasted, sliced bread with a divine cashew spread for breakfast or a snack, enjoy the crackers on a cheese board with cheeses from the market, and you’ll wow your guests with new flavors. I call it a buckwheat revolution, because it has rocked my world to know that I always have a safe, nutritious, pain-free food on hand in my fridge. The anxiety surrounding meal time is practically gone, and that is extraordinary. @thegutgoodness on Instagram; thegutgoodness.com 116

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Hospitality kingpin Tora Matsuoka expands his empire across the East End. BY BETH LANDMAN

Matsuoka hopes to bring more of his popular restaurants to the East Coast.

In 2018, when Tora Matsuoka surveyed Claudio’s on the North Fork, a property that had just become his client, he knew that he and his partners had a lot of work ahead of them. It was the oldest singlefamily-operated restaurant on Long Island, and contained three seafood concepts under one umbrella. The main building opened in 1870, and though there were compelling photos of people celebrating the end of Prohibition, Matsuoka had a hunch that the waterfront structure, which sat on a pier, might be precarious. “This was literally a week before opening but I got this flash of fear,” he recalls. “I called an engineer and asked how many people we could safely fit on the pier.” After poking and prodding, the answer was 1,000, but nobody could move because a portion of the pilings was found to be brittle. “He scared the pants off me,” recalls Matsuoka, who thought quickly and sent welding divers into the water to wrap the dock with steel cables, and at the end of the season, everything was rebuilt from the pilings up. A child model and later an award-winning hula dancer in Hawaii, Matsuoka, the son of a Japanese sumo wrestler father and a Jewish American artist mother, launched his restaurant career at Sen in Sag Harbor when he was just 13. His father was a partner in the business, and after working his way from scrubbing basement floors to becoming a manager, Matsuoka bought out his father’s shares at 21 and helped double the revenue and triple the profits. After opening other restaurants and investing in hospitality real estate, Matsuoka, who is also a co-owner of K Pasa in Sag Harbor, became a partner of Seasoned Hospitality in 2014. He joined Stephen Loffredo; the company expanded and specializes in providing consulting services to real estate developers, hoteliers and restaurateurs. The two partners launched a management company in 2018 that operates large properties, usually in partnership with landowners and investors. K Pasa is such a hit that Matsuoka is looking for new locations up and down the Eastern seaboard. Seasoned Hospitality’s newest clients is the Ram’s Head Inn on Shelter Island. Other clients include the Martinique and Franklin hotels in New York, and Columbia University, most recently supporting their partnership with Franklin Becker and his Manhattanville Market. The company also just finished plans for a 15,000-square-foot restaurant and event space in South Florida. Generally, Matsuoka oversees food and beverage operations and helps monetize real estate that way. “We do everything from start to finish—design, construction and budget,” he says. “At any one time, I’m fielding three to four projects. I call it the hospitality shuffle! But no matter how many locations we have across the country, the Hamptons will always be my home.” seasonedhospitality.com 117

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At Wishbone Farms, restaurateur Josh Lebowitz offers curated delectables made by executive chef Eva Pesantez to pick up for at the beach or après beach. Thoughtfully prepared, ready-to-eat meals for any palate and any occasion allow you to enjoy the weekend knowing the fridge is well stocked. The best homemade pita chips, truffle potato chips, candy by the jar and more add to the creative and ever-changing selection of sandwiches, salads and sides as well as gourmet platters made to order to please a houseful of guests. The third-wave coffee bar will tempt you with honey lattes and hibiscus iced tea. 54 Hampton Rd., Southampton Down the street, Hen of the Woods offers pantry staples and fresh, responsibly sourced exotic produce: chanterelle, morel and porcini mushrooms, as well as wild wasabi root, Oishii berries and locally foraged spruce tips. You will find caviar, oysters and the best culinary products that proprietors Suzy Yang and Jonathan Bernard can ethically source. Their farmers and purveyors provide items ranging from handmade French butter from Bordier, Scola’s Scallops (Montauk),

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uni (sea urchin), spiny lobsters and sustainable seafood from Sea Stephanie Fish to local Little Fork Vinegar. 48 Hampton Rd., Southampton Louisa and Lexi of Hamptons Aristocrat Cookshop & Prepared Food Market pivoted brilliantly to provide for their local clients when events were on hold. At the Cookshop market, a brick-and-mortar extension of their Hamptons Aristocrat, you can pick up dinner for two 12 with locally inspired fresh foods by the pound. Try their hyper-local cuisine with specialties such as Ricotta & Lemon Homemade Tortellini Salad, Wagyu WhiskeyBraised Pastrami Brisket, Old Bay Poached Shrimp, and celebration-ready cakes and pies. Sheet pan suppers, a market exclusive that feeds four, start at $45 and include a protein and two sides. Party-ready packages include the Sliced Steak & Lobster Bake or the Starboard Brunch (deviled eggs included!). 87 Sunset Ave., Westhampton Beach Former Hollywood stylist Harry Pinkerton found his true calling at Spring Close Farm. Taking over last fall, he worked the land and opened this season with a

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Enjoy the fresh bounty of the Hamptons from these inspired vendors. BY NANCY KANE

Courtesy La Ferme at Bhumi Farm, Spring Close Farm, Milk Bar

farm stand and storefront that sell mostly homegrown organic veggies and fruits such as zucchini, tomatoes, cucumbers, peaches and more. Pick up farm-grown fresh-cut flowers in addition to local cheeses, granola, fresh-baked breads, pastries, pies and honey—he’s also a beekeeper. 92 Spring Close Hwy., East Hampton Taking over beloved Bhumi Farms, Alimentari Flâneur teamed up with DADA Daily and Ruby Hibiscus Water to open La Ferme at Bhumi Farms, and the collaboration has proven fruitful. Drawn to the “super soil” of Farmer Frank, the partners maintained the integrity of the farm stand and added their own whimsy to offer surrealist Mediterranean-inspired fresh produce as well as items you wouldn’t expect at a farm stand: panettone, candles, gems. Pick the perfect hostess (or goddess) offering from Roman columns and busts laden with Mediterranean figs, medjool dates from Israel, napkin rings, exotic honey, and DADA Vegan Milk Chocolate Elderberry Boob Truffles. Swing by Saturdays après-beach for live music and special pop-ups. 124½ Pantigo Rd., East Hampton NYC’s favorite Italian restaurant, Il Buco, has opened a restaurant “by the sea.” Il Buco al Mare features a small adjacent market with Italian favorites like imported olive oil; tinned fish from the Iberian Peninsula; ancient grain

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Amagansett To satisfy your sweet tooth, visit Milk Bar PopUp at Gurney’s Star Island. Treats are available at the pop-up store and at Il Forno, the property’s Italian pizzeria and cafe, as well as at Gurney’s Montauk at the grab-and-go store,

focaccia with olive, garlic scape, labneh and mustard greens; burrata, cherries and pistachio pesto; local seafood and more. Vanilla panna cotta with 10-year aged balsamic vinegar makes for the perfect ending. You’ll feel like you’re in Capri. 231 Main St., 119

OG Coffee & Juice, and guests can request desserts, such as cookies in a tin or the classic birthday cake, to be waiting in their room upon check-in. A signature seasonal flavor, Strawberry Shortcake soft-serve, is available all summer. 32 Star Island Rd., Montauk

FOOD IS MEDICINE An alfresco meal waterside soothes the spirit.

DOCK AND DINE

The best places to motor for seaside dining, from Hampton Bays to Montauk. BY BETH LANDMAN

RUMBA ISLAND INSPIRED CUISINE & RUM BAR Feel like you’ve escaped to an island on your cruiser at this popular Caribbeaninspired spot that plays reggae music and pours colorful handcrafted rum libations. Duck empanadas with spicy queso; chilirubbed pork tenderloin with apricot-ginger glaze, coconut risotto and

at an outdoor picnic table and sample adventurous fare like prosciutto-wrapped shrimp with melon and mint relish, red pepper-infused olive oil and balsamic foam; a half avocado stuffed with chicken fajita and peppers, then baked; or a Cajun caramel-blackened mahi Reuben. There are a couple of parking spots for boats, and paddleboard rentals for those who haven’t brought their own seaworthy transport. 22 Shinnecock Rd., Hampton Bays; thestationbarhamptons.com

Fresh local steamers from Salt in Shelter Island

plantains; and Jamaican peppercorn-crusted swordfish are among the flavorful dishes. 43 Canoe Place Rd., Hampton Bays; rumbahamptonbays.com

SALT There is a casual New England feel at this upbeat spot on Shelter Island, which serves beachy favorites from lobster rolls to fish tacos. Sushi rolls, salads and burgers are also on the menu, and in the evening there are larger plates like steak frites and pan-roasted chicken with polenta. 63 S.

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Menantic Rd., Shelter Island; saltshelterisland.com CASE’S PLACE Picture windows overlook Little Peconic Bay and there are nearly 40 slips for docking at this North Fork fish house. Start with marinated grilled shrimp or mini fish or pork tacos; move on to fried seafood baskets, crab sandwiches or daily fish specials. The cauliflower-crusted seafood pizza is a standout, and burgers

Bright wicker furniture and tranquil pastels line the deck at Le Bilboquet

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During the pandemic, many people took to the water to seek privacy and dodge the perils of living in close quarters on land. The attraction of seafaring vessels has stayed with us even after restrictions were lifted. One joy of being afloat out East is that there are some excellent dining spots where you can dock nearby and dine, or have a meal delivered right to your craft. Below, some of our favorite waterfront spots from Hampton Bays to Montauk.

range from lamb to veggie. 650 1st St., New Suffolk; casesplace.com

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THE RESTAURANT AT BARON’S COVE This hotel in bustling Sag Harbor has a perfect perch from which to view the bay and massive yachts nearby. Executive Chef Nicholas Vogel can prepare a meal —if the restaurant’s not too busy—for you to bring on board if you prefer to dine on deck. Among his menu options are broiled oysters with charred scallion butter and fennel breadcrumbs; vegetarian pasta with local farm ingredients; grilled cauliflower steak with citrus labneh and salsa verde; char-grilled whole catch of the day; and New York strip with Amagansett sea salt. 31 W. Water St., Sag Harbor; caperesorts.com/ barons-cove/dining

opened this season, and large plates such as whole roasted branzino, grilled lobster and tomahawk chop will feed your whole crew on board. The menu is available to those who dock at the marina. Boaters can also order via QR code. 295 Three Mile Harbor Hog Creek Rd., East Hampton; ehpresort.com/sisi

spot, which is open Thursdays through Mondays, is next to a marina that serves transient boats from 9 to 5. Apart from steamed lobster and other classics, there are daily fish specials, which are always extremely fresh and expertly prepared. 39 Gann Rd., East Hampton; bostwicksontheharbor.com SÍ SÍ Spectacular sunsets from a craft or the large outdoor deck are a major draw of this waterfront location, which includes an expansive marina. The restaurant

NAVY BEACH If you call to reserve, you can anchor your boat by the beach on Ft. Pond Bay, and the restaurant’s tender will bring you to shore. Try

the roasted sea scallops with corn succotash, or a burger with bacon-onion marmalade and cheddar. 16 Navy Rd., Montauk; navybeach.com DURYEA’S MONTAUK An app allows you to order directly to your boat from this legendary restaurant, which offers one of the most spectacular vistas on the East End. Instagram-worthy dishes include lobster Cobb salad, Greek melon salad and whole grilled octopus. 65 Tuthill Rd., Montauk; duryeas.com

Lobster rolls and fresh cut fries at Bostwick’s on the Harbor

LE BILBOQUET If the dining room and outdoor veranda of the uber popular French restaurant are too packed, you can always be part of the action from just steps away aboard your craft, where you can still enjoy sea bass with applecelery puree; gnocchi with morels and asparagus; and chicken paillard with quinoa and kale salad. 1 Long Wharf, Sag Harbor; lebilboquetsag.com

Sip and savor light summer fare on the beach at Duryea’s.

Take in the bay breeze on the porch at Baron’s Cove.

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“I love taking baths. Having a hot bath every night and a good night of sleep is my joy.” —Jessica Chastain

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Actress Jessica Chastain took on the larger-than-life role of televangelist Tammy Faye Bakker in The Eyes of Tammy Faye—a risky career move that could have ended in tears—and turned in a performance that’s generating Oscar buzz. Which is good news for Chastain the producer, who developed the project. Purist founder Cristina Cuomo meets the movie maverick for a candid talk about creativity and motivation, meeting fears head-on and wellness go-tos. P H OTO G R A P H Y BY DAV I D R O E M E R 125

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Freckle Films, Chastain’s production company, promotes diversity in Hollywood.

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Before I did the first take on the first day, my whole body started shaking. I could hardly speak. It was pretty intense. I used that fear to help me.”

big part of this movie. How did you prepare to play a singer? JC: Oh, that was so stressful. I worked on the music for a long time, and then we recorded it with Dave Cobb, who’s the best. He’s so good. And I drank a lot of whiskeys. I’m not going to lie, because I was so shy and so out of my comfort zone. So, Throat Coat [herbal tea] in whiskey was my drink of choice, and I had it the first day of recording—I think we recorded for two or three days. And then when I came back, Dave said to me, “You know what? I want to take this one song up two keys.” I was like, “No, this is too high. Please.” I trusted him, and did it, and then he decided to go back and pick everything up, way out of my comfort zone. And the reasoning he had for it, which was so smart, is that she was always beyond a 10. She was at a 12. She was always pushing louder and he said the songs were sitting too comfortably in me, so he really needed to push me beyond what I thought was possible and that’s how he got the “Tammy Faye tones.”

Cristina Cuomo: I’m just in love with this movie—you brilliantly portray Tammy Faye Bakker. Even your singing voice was so impressive. What attracted you to the part of Tammy Faye? Jessica Chastain: When I watched the documentary (The Eyes of Tammy Faye) and I saw the interview with (gay Christian minister and HIV/AIDS patient) Steve Pieters I was just blown away by her, because it was a time when no one was talking about AIDS—the president of the United States wouldn’t even talk about it. So, for me, she basically says we as Christians, we’re the salt of the earth. We’re supposed to love everyone. We need to put our arms around them and tell them that we care. It was really a time when people who were suffering with this disease— and everyone was afraid to be around it—they were forced to use plastic cups and plates and not be touched. To have this woman who was such a powerful figure in the Christian community remind her followers what love is about—it’s about loving everyone and not judging—I was so moved by it.

CC: How was it working with Andrew Garfield? JC: Oh, I love Andrew. He and I are very similar in the way that we work. We’re very research-oriented. I bought the rights to The Eyes of Tammy Faye almost 10 years ago, so I had been gathering briefs and I had been reading about her for almost a decade. But when we started prepping together, we would send videos back and forth. It was such a long runway before taking off, before all those takes. So we would send videos back and forth and watch Jim and Tammy, and then every Sunday morning to start the week, we’d pick up coffees and we would drive to Heritage USA because we filmed in Charlotte, North Carolina, which is where all of this happened. Every Sunday morning we would go to the service there and we actually met with people who knew Tammy and Jim, and we would walk around. It was such an amazing way of starting the week, because we worked very closely together.

CC: What did you identify with in her? JC: I identify with that sense that every single person is deserving of love, even if someone has different points of view than I do. It doesn’t matter where they come from in the world. I believe that every human being is deserving of love, and that is the only thing that can cure someone in terms of something dark that might be in their lives. I do believe that I connect with her philosophy on that. CC: Was there any part of her life that resonated with you? JC: Well, we’re very different in that she’s someone who’s really—she was someone who’s really out there and she had the fearlessness of a drag queen, which is probably why the gay community wrapped their arms around her. She really just put herself out there and she knew people were going to laugh, but she didn’t let that stop her. I’m more shy. I’m more reserved. Playing this part was really scary for me. Before I did the very first take on the very first day, my whole body started shaking. That’s never happened to me on set. My hands were shaking. I could hardly speak. It was pretty intense. I thought, “Oh gosh, I’m really putting myself out there, and I could fail and people could make fun of me.” I’m taking a huge risk in playing this part. It’s so different from anything I’ve done. I used that fear to help me, but I think the things that I relate most to are her philosophies on humanity.

CC: How did you come about picking the great comedian-director Michael Showalter to direct? JC: I loved Michael Showalter’s work in The Big Sick. He has a quality that I thought was really similar to Tammy, where he’s kind of larger than life. He’s so funny, and she was so kind of absurd, but really she had a lot of depth. And that’s all Michael. It just fit together really nicely. CC: This is a big labor of love for you. Was it challenging producing and staying in character as the lead actress simultaneously? JC: It was challenging. I love all the creative conversations, and I kind of felt like being involved with producing

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“It’s much easier playing a fictionalized character, because you can do whatever you want. So much about Tammy Faye people can just Google.” is so much higher than mine, so then it’s the pitch. Then she is constantly embarrassing herself all the time. There was so much about her and the way she laughed and how she sang. So much about her that I knew people can just Google and find. Tammy Faye’s interview with Steve Pieters is on YouTube. So, I needed to make sure that when people start Googling Tammy Faye, it’s not far off. I need to be able to play her and honor who she was and even her hand movements and all of that stuff, but then also not make it a caricature. I needed to fill it with emotion. So to me that’s much harder when someone can just do a quick Google and then they see, Oh, the exact same thing that’s in our movie, here’s the real Tammy Faye doing that scene. That’s much harder.

was important in terms of the story that I wanted to tell, because I knew so much of Tammy Faye Bakker’s life through the salacious gossip I grew up with. Through all of my research I really wanted to make sure we weren’t making a film that played into anything too tabloid-y and cheap. I didn’t want to further victimize Jessica Hahn. I’d read some interviews where she had just said I want to be left alone and I want people to stop talking about it. So that really hit me like, OK, I don’t want to put out anything negative. If I’m telling the story about Tammy Faye Bakker, how do we do so in a responsible way that also highlights something that most people don’t know about her? CC: Well you certainly did! How did you get those great cheeks and jawline to look so wonderfully authentic? JC: Oh, that is the incredible hair and makeup team, Justin, Linda and Stephanie. It was hours and hours and hours and hours and so many makeup tests. I mean it sounds like it’s easy, because you basically just have to sit there. It’s definitely not easy. My first day of shooting I was picked up at 3:30 in the morning. People are just gluing stuff to you and I realized I just had to make it a meditation, because otherwise you start to get claustrophobic and start to panic. I also watched the documentary almost every day.

CC: Harder, but more satisfying ultimately. JC: Yeah, exactly. It’s scarier. That’s why my whole body was shaking, but sometimes when something is really, really scary and you do it anyway, you just feel like, Oh, I can do anything. CC: True. JC: I’m sure even like exercising. Like before you exercise, you don’t really want to do it, and then you’ve done it, and feel invincible. It’s kind of that thing. It’s taking your vitamins.

CC: Out of all the roles you’ve played throughout your prolific career, what character do you identify the most with? JC: Oh gosh. I wouldn’t say one character is meaty and one isn’t, because I connect to all of them. The one that for me felt the most life-changing and the most directed to the person that I want to be is the character I played in The Tree of Life, because she was the epitome of grace and of love. Every morning I would meditate, and open my heart space, and do all of these things, and it felt really, really good to cultivate that aspect of myself.

CC: So, what are you happiest doing in the summertime? JC: We have a house in the country, and I love going there with my family and friends. And I love cooking, I love going to farmers markets. We have a little firepit. I love sitting outside by the fire and roasting marshmallows and making s’mores. I also have a little outdoor movie screen that I can set up and can watch movies outside. I love that aspect of outdoor living. Most of the time I’m definitely a city girl, so to just kind of be back in nature and smell grass and flowers, that’s what I love the most.

CC: Do you get more satisfaction playing a fictionalized character like Murph or Ava, or a real-life person like Maya, Tammy Faye, Molly Bloom or your upcoming Tammy Wynette? JC: It’s much easier playing a fictionalized character because you can do whatever you want. Any impulse you have that comes from the script, you just create it. Playing someone like Tammy Faye, that’s the hardest thing I’ve ever done because it’s pushed me so far out of my comfort zone in terms of accent—the Minnesota accent—and her voice

CC: What is your wellness philosophy and your regimen for beauty and fitness? JC: Well, I’m vegan and I’ve been vegan for a very long time, so I think for me it’s all about food. So much is about what you eat. I know a lot of people who really indulge and then do a ton of working out. I just love fruits and veggies. Watermelon is the most delicious, sugary dessert I could have. I love juicing and doing yoga. Also, I love taking baths. Having a hot bath every night and a good night of sleep is my joy. 129

TRUE GRIT Actor Norman Reedus is best known as cable television’s most popular zombie killer. As an accomplished photographer, he layers warmth, wit and storytelling into often unsettling images.

Moonlight Arts Collective. “People have always described my photography as taking a harsh image and making it beautiful,” Reedus says. “I’ve always liked images that make you take a pause and try to figure them out.” For those interested in a deeper dive into his photography, you can explore more work at Big Bald Gallery, his online gallery which has released photography, books and more. (Reedus has donated more than $70,000 from sales of his work to the COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund.) His most recent book of photography, Portraits From the Woods, was released last year, and features images from the set of The Walking Dead (Reedus has donated all profits to charity). His past books include 2013’s The Sun’s Coming Up...Like a Big Bald Head, and 2014’s Thanks for All

Long before he became a household name for his role as Daryl Dixon, the motorcycle-riding, crossbow-toting redneck from The Walking Dead, Norman Reedus was an artist. Not necessarily in the sense of being someone who went to art school, or considered his work art. But Reedus has always been an artist in the sense that there was never much of a boundary between his lifestyle and his personal aesthetic. (It’s well-nigh impossible to imagine Reedus in sensible khaki pants sitting in an office cubicle, working for the weekend.) You can see examples of Reedus’ eye for the gritty, edgy, beautifully macabre side of life in a new show of his photography, Portraits From the Woods, at the Surf Lodge in Montauk from August 24 through Labor Day, curated by Laurie Dolphin with Jen DiSisto from 130

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the Niceness. His photography has been exhibited at Art-Trope Gallery in Paris, Art Basel, Art Wynwood in Miami, Art Herning in Copenhagen and the Contemporary Art Fair in Paris. In a sense, his entire life has been a work of art, improvised with whatever materials were at hand. Born in Hollywood, Florida, Reedus’ parents divorced when he was young, and he bounced around the country until he was 17, when his mom moved to Japan to teach. Reedus dropped out of high school to follow her and continued wandering around Europe for a few years. In the early ’90s, he settled in downtown LA (back when the neighborhood had more burning garbage cans than vegan bakeries), where he scraped by, making art and working at a motorcycle repair shop. He landed a pivotal role in the 1999 film The Boondock Saints, but it wasn’t until 2010 that he finally found major success as an actor on a certain zombie-themed series that has become the highest-rated scripted show in all of cable television. Reedus’ knack for blurring the lines between his life and art were further exemplified in 2016, when he created Ride With Norman Reedus. The AMC series is a motorcycle-themed traveling documentary in which he gets to do what he loves doing anyway—riding motorcycles and meeting strange, interesting people from the underbelly of American society. While he has shot plenty of unsettling photos (including a series inside a maximum security prison in Russia) not all of Reedus’ images are dark. Some of them have a warmth or quiet wit to them, and some will even evoke a smile. “Hideo,” for example, features the iconic video game maker Hideo Kojima flipping the bird toward a framed photo of Reedus, who is returning the gesture. (In reality,

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the two are close friends, having collaborated on the hugely successful game Death Stranding.) “I met Hideo ages ago when he came to Comic Con and I talked about doing a video game with him,” Reedus recalls. “Guillermo del Toro had called me and said, ‘This guy named Hideo is going to meet with you and just say yes to whatever he says.’ You realize after you meet him, he is a genius. He’s the Salvador Dalí of video games. He’s up there with Elon Musk. He’s so brilliant. Working with him is mind-blowing.” Another strangely surreal-yetheartwarming photo is called “Peewee,” which shows two Pee-wee Herman dolls, one of which holds up a sepia-toned, Polaroid-like snapshot of Reedus’ girlfriend, the actress Diane Kruger. (He has a daughter with Kruger, and a son, Mingus Lucien, from a previous relationship with Danish supermodel Helena Christensen.) “I’ve become friends with Paul Reubens and the more I know him, the more I like him,” Reedus says. “So I started collecting these Pee-wee Herman dolls. That image wasn’t set up for the picture; it’s an actual spot in my house.” “Live the Life You Love” is a closeup of a man’s hands with those words tattooed across his knuckles, taken when Reedus was on a press junket in Asia. “I ended up going out one night and I met this guy and I just liked his whole aesthetic,” Reedus explains. “I like him because he looked so out of the box, but he was 100 percent living the life he wanted to live. You could tell by his attitude and his style. Sometimes a photograph will be a memory for me. Sometimes, I will do a portrait of someone, after I get to know them. Because you can see someone and know they look cool, but once you realize why they look cool, it changes the photograph.”

MAMA FARM

Welcome to Isabella Rossellini’s 28-acre female-powered Brookhaven idyll, where cultivating organic agriculture meets education, preservation and performance.

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“I work for passion,” says Isabella Rossellini of her farm, also a haven for artists.

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Early Girl and Mama Farm CSA members get to design their own fresh-picked floral bouquets. Left: Mama Farm’s Elettra Weidemann (top) and Patty Gentry

“Taste this,” says Elettra Wiedemann, handing me a Sungold, a bright-orange hybrid cherry tomato she’s just picked. “You’ll never go back to store-bought tomatoes.” I hesitate for a moment, but cede to temptation. The tiny orange fruit dissolves in my mouth like a spoonful of honey. It’s only one of a myriad of heirloom produce growing on Mama Farm, the 28-acre property in Brookhaven, New York, founded by her mother, actress Isabella Rossellini, in 2013. The 38-year-old Wiedemann, a mother, model, triathlete and cookbook author (Impatient Foodie: 100 Delicious Recipes for a Hectic, TimeStarved World) with a master’s degree in biomedicine from the London School of Economics, currently oversees as executive director—in between caring for her two sons, Ronin, 3, and Viggo River, 133

born this past June 14, with her partner, Caleb Lane. “There are a lot of operational farms out here, so we wanted this to have a bit of a different vibe,” Wiedemann says, of an earthly paradise where chickens crow, catbirds chirp overhead, swallowtail butterflies gingerly nip on mallow, comfrey and echinacea blossoms, and fields of herbs glisten in the morning sun. “The whole idea was to have it be part farm, part secret garden, part enchanted woodlands.” In some ways, this idyll along the Great South Bay harks back to Rossellini’s childhood summer home in Santa Marinella, Italy, a coastal town an hour north of Rome. “The village had a beach, we had a garden, and the caretaker had chickens, pigs and a few sheep. All the farmers lived off their land,” Rossellini says.

scent, I want to bottle it. As she leads me into her “tent,” she shows me crates of round green avocado squash, which she says has flesh so buttery you can practically eat it raw. To hear her rhapsodize over a head of lalique lettuce, with its juicy, tender leaves that pack a gentle flavor—unlike the acrid crunch of a head of Foxy iceberg lettuce—is to understand why her clients include such discerning palates as Stone Creek Inn in East Quogue; Hamptons Aristocrat, a new caterer/food concierge; and cult New York chefs like Missy Robbins (Lilia, MP Grocery, Misi) and Sohui Kim (Gage & Tollner, Insa, the Good Fork), for whom she once worked. “I’m a perfectionist,” says Gentry, picking out the eggplants, tomatoes and zucchini that may not pass Michelin muster but are perfectly edible and will be donated to a local food pantry. Rossellini calls Gentry “the Picasso of vegetables” and says she applies a similar approach to farm animals. “I’m with the Livestock Conservancy, which promotes biodiversity so entire breeds aren’t at risk of becoming extinct,” she says. “There’s this monoculture that has evolved. It would be as if you’d pick Labradors, and that’s the only kind of dog you could get. That’s what is happening with chickens and sheep.” After hearing that the Metropolitan Museum of Art had tried restoring a tapestry made from the wool of a sheep that no longer existed, she began to research what breeds were near extinction. She found that merino sheep had become such staples of the industry because of their fine, soft wool that’s white and easy to dye, other breeds were becoming endangered. “I thought I can do with heritage breeds what Patty is doing with heirloom seeds,” Rossellini says. “We don’t want to slaughter animals here, so I want animals that provide other things than meat. You don’t have to kill them to get their eggs or wool, and maybe in the future we’ll get cashmere goats. I’m always trying to find endangered breeds.” From there, she had the idea to partner with the Parsons School of Design on a residency so students could come for three weeks and work with the 22 sheep she raises and learn about different qualities of wool, as well as what plants could be used for dyes. This Labor Day weekend, two students will present their projects and sell their designs at Bellport General. “The idea that the farm can be a lab where you can try things is good,” says Rossellini, adding that Wiedemann recently launched a memoir-writing series “to heal our communities, spirit and land,” a collaboration with Peconic Land Trust and Herstory Writers Workshop.

“So I tried to reproduce that here. I started with 10 chickens that arrived in a box; now I have 150.” Like many things in Rossellini’s life, Mama Farm started out as a passion project. The land had been a clerical retreat surrounded by woods that a local developer had hoped to turn into 12 cookie-cutter homes. But when clearing the thicket and surmounting environmental regulations proved too challenging for him, a neighbor appealed to Rossellini to salvage the property. “I talked to the Peconic Land Trust and decided to run a teeny farm and leave 23 acres intact as a conservation easement.” This allowed her to preserve two wildlife corridors with access to the water, a block away. “It was listed as a wasteland, because there were frogs and trees and weeds and we had to have a master plan,” she says. For that, she deferred to her friend, famed Swedish landscape designer and horticulturalist Lars Krantz. Krantz is known for Rosendal Garden in Stockholm, one of the first organic gardens in the heart of a city, commissioned by the Swedish Royal Court. He came up with the circular landscape design that unites Mama Farm, a 2-acre plot that revolves around a central piazza, with a sister farm for growing organic produce and a third plot for the wildlife preserve. From there, things began to organically grow. Or as Wiedemann puts it: “One half is our own initiative, the other half is kismet….like how Patty arrived like an angel at our doorstep right when we needed her.” “Patty” is Patty Gentry, a former Brooklyn-based chef who ran Hampton Chutney Company in Soho before moving back to her native Long Island to “heal a broken heart.” Far away from the city’s bustling restaurant scene in a verdant strip ripe with possibilities, she thought of ways to make her chef friends’ lives easier by cultivating the types of ingredients they otherwise would never find. She joined the Bionutrient Food Association to learn about what mineral concentrations in her soil would yield optimum plant growth and started Early Girl Farm. At the time, she had leased land in East Moriches and sought more space. Her new girlfriend, now her wife, insisted on moving to Brookhaven for work. Their realtor found them a home and connected her with Rossellini. The rest, as they say, is herstory. Shortly after meeting, Gentry decided to move her organic operation to Mama Farm, leasing 3 acres to grow the types of rarefied produce that make her Brooklyn chef friends swoon. “Take your hand and run it through these leaves, smoosh and smell,” says Gentry, brushing her arm through tall, aromatic plants. “It’s rose basil. Doesn’t it smell nice?” That’s an understatement. It has such a seductive, herbal 134

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produce. Maybe we’ll have Elettra do cooking lessons, someone can do gardening and guests can stay for a few days or a few weeks and try the life of a farmer.” The heart of Mama Farm is the piazza, a clearing in the woods with a stage for performances, illuminated by a festive string of lights “This is where we do our Full Moon concert series,” says Wiedemann, who came up with the idea after attending a concert in a catacomb at Green-Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn. “It was a haunting meditation on death, and as I walked out the crypt on that cold, crisp winter night, I

The female focus is as central to Mama Farm as Mother Earth herself. Besides being run by women, the farm boasts a female-dominated menagerie, coop and hive. “You don’t need roosters to have eggs,” says Rossellini. “Roosters make noises and can be aggressive, and we have a lot of children coming to the farm and we didn’t want them scaring them away.” Occasionally, a rooster will turn up. “If they’re gentle, they can stay,” she says. “We had one, but he was killed by a hawk.” The bees, she continues, are 90 percent female. She says she also prefers female sheep, which she’s named

“Agriturismo,” Rossellini says, rolling her r’s. “It’s become a blueprint I followed that helps preserve small family farms in Tuscany. “ thought, this is really powerful, but I wonder if we can do this in a more life affirming way?” she recounts. Over the pandemic, as the days blurred together and Wiedemann personally delivered produce to all 120 members of their CSA, she says she’d gaze up at the night sky and relied on la bella luna to track the passage of time. “The full moon was like a way of saying, ‘Hey, we’re heading to spring, or we’re heading to summer!’” she says. Together with jazz musician Oran Etkin, whose Timbalooloo children’s music classes delight Mama Farm’s young guests, Wiedemann launched the concert series, which also features farm-to-table cuisine served up by visiting chef Francis Derby (Momofuku, Prime) and wines from Wölffer Estate, along with astrological readings. “It just felt like a gentle way to come out of our shells after COVID,” says Wiedemann. “We also felt COVID marked a very divisive time, so we thought of bringing people back together to hear music and art from all around the world. It just felt like a very important pillar of what we’re trying to do.” Or as Gentry puts it, “One thing we can all agree on is the need to eat and our love of the Earth. Nature doesn’t judge. It’s not political. It’s a field of dreams. If you build it, they will come.” To Rossellini, seeing the farm’s impact on her neighbors has been the greatest reward. “It’s no longer just my private home and garden,” she says. “The property may belong to me, but it is also now part of the community.”

after famous women artists like Georgia O’Keeffe and Frida Kahlo, because the males attract harems, and “if you have more than one male, they’ll fight. We want it to be friendly here. We attract lots of mothers who come with their young kids. So it’s Mama Farm.” It’s also a haven for female artists, like Lia Chavez, a medicinal herbalist who’s leasing a garden to grow flora for her new botanical line, Hildegaard, named after a 12th-century nun who studied plants’ healing powers. “We’re trying to develop a ritual that provides a transformational encounter with nature,” says Chavez. “Everything has to have that artistic stamp.” That may sound way too esoteric a goal for most gardeners on the East End, but Mama Farm isn’t your typical grange. It’s a jewel in a sea of industrial cornfields and pumpkin patches, but it’s also hard to maintain. Though the pandemic proved transformative for Mama Farm, sending its CSA membership soaring from 30 to 120, Rossellini says boutique, artisanal farms like hers struggle. Peaking too fast can be a mixed blessing, which is something the Blue Velvet star should know. Rossellini lost her iconic Lancôme contract shortly after turning 40. But at 70, she is once again the face of the French cosmetics brand and her acting career is back, as she co-stars in the upcoming HBO Max series Julia, about Julia Child. “My big bet now is how to make the farm financially viable, so I’m not financing it through my work as an actor,” she says. That’s why she’s hoping her new bed-andbreakfast yields much-needed revenue. “Agriturismo,” she says, rolling her r’s in a way only an Italian can. “It’s become a blueprint I followed that helps preserve small family farms in Tuscany and Umbria by inviting people to come and live on the farm and eat the

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W When a sizable plot of farmland comes up for sale, it’s not uncommon for the estate to be subdivided, with each new owner managing their portion their way, possibly with pesticides and other harmful practices. But what if instead of ownership, property buyers prioritized sustainable stewardship? What would happen if, rather than imposing their plans on the property, they consulted their neighbors, pooled their talents, and managed the land with an eye to nurturing future generations of land stewards? What would happen is what’s underway now at Connecticut’s Stone Acres Farm: a magical ecosystem where visitors may enjoy farm-to-table dinners under the stars (weather permitting), and children gladly eat kale and spinach year-round—it’s that tender and sweet. There are ample spaces for outdoor events (such as weddings, parties, or walks), and indoor spaces for private meetings. Noted landscape architecture firm Reed Hilderbrand from Cambridge, Massachusetts, and a multidisciplinary team including firm principals Doug Reed and Adrian Nial, were the lead planners, organizers, and designers who formed a master plan and framework for the farm as a reimagined campus/events center with artisanal foods and ecologically-based farming. Also on the team to help reenvision the space was master builder Joeb Moore of Joeb Moore & Partners, Architects, a licensed architect and a Fellow in the American Institute of Architects, FAIA. In an inspiring model of collaborative spirit, this utopia was born when a group of investors (roughly 10 individuals and families) bought the property so that it wouldn’t be sold to developers. The group—many of whom had been connected to Stonington or the farm for years—teamed up to reclaim and reinvigorate Stone Acres Farm, a 63-acre Connecticut farmstead in coastal Stonington, a proud agricultural community since 1765. Today, visitors are welcome to enjoy the summer yield of this collaboration at Stone Acres Farm: 100 different varieties of vegetables, herbs and flowers—notably dahlias in a rainbow of colors, and tomatoes that develop incredible depth of flavor from being grown alongside basil and other fragrant herbs. “We focus on regenerative farming practices, and we have a summer and fall flower and vegetable CSA,” says director of operations Jane Meiser, who grew up visiting the farm, which had formerly belonged to her family for generations. Today, the Meisers’ preschool-age son—“he’s 3 and has been involved since coming here in a baby carriage”—joins other children as they learn the basics of farming and culinary arts at The Yellow Farmhouse Education Center, an on-site, not-for-profit learning hub

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that welcomes all age groups. “The mission here is to grow a thriving food community,” Jane Meiser says. This is community-supported agriculture that brings the CSA concept full circle—with the farm nourishing its neighbor-supporters, in both body and spirit. Every member, of every species, is a valued participant, especially the resident flock of chickens who embody dietary diversity. “Everybody loves our eggs,” Meiser says. “We move the chickens around so they’re always eating something different. They also help with pest management and composting and prepping new beds for planting—we’ll put them in a space for a couple of weeks and they will scratch up the ground and clean out the vegetables.” Garden guru and author Eliot Coleman (The New Organic Grower) is “a guiding principle for his farming techniques,” Meiser adds. “Coleman promotes the use of many small-scale hand tools that we use here at Stone Acres, including the scuffle hoe.” Architects and building buffs appreciate that Stonington is home to many handsome structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The heirloom structures at Stone Acres Farm are as beautiful as they are functional. Many are in need of extensive repair, however, so a long-range scheme is in place to restore and repurpose them. One of the property’s old greenhouses, a brick-andglass beauty called the Grapery, was built in the 1900s. Currently, it’s used for plant propagation, but “part of the master plan is restoring it into a working, year-round restaurant,” Meiser says. In this accessible Eden—whose goods can be found at their farm stand, at 393 North Main Street in Stonington— past, present and future are beautifully compatible, rather like the tomatoes and basil that thrive in tandem (among this year’s tomato varieties, now coming to fruition, are black cherry, green zebra and hillbilly). The tomatoes are grown outdoors, close to the Yellow Farmhouse Education Center, and the plan, says Meiser, is to use them “for outdoor classroom collaboration.” The visionary group of people who initiated the farm’s revival held high hopes for a green, sustainable outdoorindoor space; even at this early phase, those hopes have already been met and exceeded. “What makes this so meaningful, and such an incredible mission, is how the property connects cultural history to a landscape, to a place and time that’s a provisioning farm, providing nourishment for everyone,” says architect and investor Joeb Moore. “The farm is a kind of time machine,” he continues. “ It’s not just about the past; it’s about revising the farm into a place of learning and growing—not just growing food for sustenance, but also growing the community.” stoneacresfarm.com

At the farm stand, stock up on fresh honey.

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Joni Brosnan offered vegan and glutenfree options long before the diets became trendy.

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CELEBRATING THE WOMEN WHO PROVIDE THE FASTEST, FRESHEST AND TASTIEST TAKEOUT IN THE HAMPTONS. BONUS: CURATED MEALS FROM MORNING TO NIGHT. PRODUCED BY RAY ROGERS

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How You Weathered the Pandemic: My business evolved during COVID with the help of both my husband, Michael, and my kids, Liam and Grace. They all came to work with me, all hands on deck. It was a godsend. Fun Fact: I am married to one of the funniest people. When I need a name for an item, he never fails me—and he’s a pretty good dishwasher, too, when we need him. Must Try: Love, peace and chicken bowl, no doubt! Morning Fuel-Up: On my busy days I usually just make a protein-packed smoothie. I designed the Get Naked smoothie at the shop, and it’s pretty much my go-to. It has raw coconut water (rehydrating, with natural electrolytes); organic blueberries (naturally antioxidant and antiinflammatory); organic banana (loaded with potassium); raw protein powder (I love the Garden of Life brand); a

Founder: Joni Brosnan, creator and CEO Mission: Very simply, to bring healthy, fresh, organic food (with both vegan and gluten-free options) to a demographic that was scared to death of it at that time. Health food for the everyman. Eat good=feel good. I like making people feel good. When You Started and What’s New This Season: We opened in 2000 and each season we try to bring a little change. I stay true to my roots—what would I do, what would I eat? It’s the Golden Rule, divine law, you know: Treat everyone as you would like to be treated. For me, that includes eating and serving food that is as clean as possible. 143

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Andrea Mavro, left, and Lauren Martin, co-owners of Naturally Good Foods + Cafe

won’t make you feel bloated, and the hot sauce will actually cool you down, so this is great for the beach. You’ll also get a lot of iron from the chickpeas and the combo of avocado and tomatoes together. To further help cool you down on a hot day, get the Tropical Smoothie, which tastes just like a piña colada. Our ingredients are super simple: organic pineapple, coconut water, banana and ice. What’s for Dinner?: Any one of our Salad Specials would be great for dinner. The Salad Special changes daily, but one example includes organic arugula, quinoa, local cucumbers, oranges, dried cranberries, scallions, toasted pecans, avocado, pea shoots and garden basil vinaigrette. I love a vegetable-heavy dinner because your body has all night to digest it, so you won’t go to bed feeling hungry. This salad has quinoa on it, which is a perfect protein so you get all the amino acids to help repair and rebuild the stresses from the day, but you could always add tofu, fish, chicken or a veggie burger if you want more. 779 Montauk Hwy., Montauk; 631.668.9030; naturallygoodcafe.com

blend of hempseeds (full of protein); maca powder (a root from Peru that’s good for energy); and cacao powder (for iron, protein and magnesium). Then I add a tablespoon of avocado (for vitamin K, potassium and folate); some chia seeds (an ancient superfood rich in fiber); a handful of spinach (for iron and vitamin C); a handful of kale (more potassium); and finally, a handful of almonds (even more protein and fiber). It’s so satisfying and filling. 28 S. Etna Ave., Montauk; 631.668.3663; jonismontauk.com

NATURALLY GOOD Foods + Cafe Owners: Andrea Mavro and Lauren Martin Mission: We love food, especially clean and natural foods that we know are helping our bodies function the best they can. We want people to know that healthy food can taste delicious. We also want people with dietary restrictions to know we’ve got them covered, too. We try to offer foods you can’t find at conventional grocery stores, and focus on choosing products with clean ingredients. We support local farms as much as possible, selling their produce in the market and using it in our fresh juices, salads and sandwiches. When You Started and What’s New This Season: We had some new hot dishes on the specials menu in the off-season, such as tomato and eggplant coconut curry served with jasmine rice and a side salad. There’s also a new burger in the works: a pumpkin-falafel burger with a cucumber-jalapeño aioli. Both are vegan and made from scratch with organic ingredients. How You Weathered the Pandemic: Since we are a grocery store, there was a lot of pressure on us to remain open and provide for the community. I couldn’t be more proud of our staff for sticking it out and working through it all. The fear and stress of the unknown took a toll on everyone, so in April 2020 we started closing one day a week—we’re closed every Thursday for a Mental Health and Decompression Day, and it’s glorious. Fun Fact: We love it when employees dance at work, and it’s highly encouraged. You only dance when you’re happy, so if you’re dancing at work that means you’re happy. There is nothing better than that! Must Try: The fish tacos are a fan favorite. We use local fluke and corn tortillas with cabbage, cilantro, tomato, avocado, honey-lime vinaigrette and chipotle aioli, served with a side salad. Beach Picnic: Try Lauren’s Go-To Sandwich: organic homemade hummus with avocado, tomato, cheddar cheese, sprouts and hot sauce on sprouted multigrain bread. We cook our chickpeas with kombu so our hummus

ORGANIC KRUSH Founders: Michelle Walrath and Fran Paniccia Mission: We are passionate about the power of education to help others find their personal wellness path through healthy food choices. We know firsthand how good it feels to feel good, and we want everyone to have that same opportunity. Sometimes, certain foods need to be removed and other foods and supplements added to an eating plan. Very often, cheap cooking oils and chemical-laden foods are culprits that can disrupt someone’s overall well-being. We know that we can make a difference in the health of our children and our communities through our 100 percent organic restaurants. Nothing makes us happier than knowing that we’re a part of our guests’ wellness story. Having good health makes so much more possible. When You Started and What’s New This Season: We started our business in May 2015. We now have eight Organic Krush restaurants on Long Island, Connecticut and Virginia, and this season, we launched our first fine-dining concept, La Fin Kitchen and Lounge, a beautiful seaside dining restaurant in Montauk. Our philosophy there is the same as with Organic Krush—clean, healthy, simply prepared dishes that leave you feeling happy, not heavy or full, and presented in a beautiful environment. 145

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CARISSA’S THE BAKERY

How You Weathered the Pandemic: The pandemic was a challenge for everyone in our industry. We didn’t shut down; instead, we went to work every day, stayed close to our teams, and, like many others, had to get creative. We started a 100 percent organic grocery delivery, created wellness kits, did hospital deliveries, and we boosted each other’s morale and comfort levels daily. We implemented safety policies and emphasized sleep, handwashing, vitamin supplementation, good food and juices so that we could keep our immune systems strong. There were about 150 of us on the Organic Krush team who stuck together and kept the restaurants going, and we’re proud of everyone for their hard work and dedication. We’re also grateful to the community that supported us through this very difficult time. Fun Fact: It was one strong woman—a celebrity—who actually was the catalyst for bringing us together in business. The deciding moment to build a business around organic food came in August 2014, when we were on the way home from the Taylor Swift tour in Boston. There was no good food to be found anywhere, and after hours in the car, we decided, “That’s it! We have to create our own restaurant—one we can be proud of that makes food we’d be happy to serve to our own kids!” Must Try: These are some customer and staff favorites: chocolate zucchini muffin (gluten free, dairy free and vegan); Mexican coffee smoothie; chocolate chip protein bar; Austin chicken over brown rice or in a tortilla; and cauliflower flatbread. Morning Fuel-Up: A healthy way to start the day is with our delicious gluten- and dairy-free berry nutty oatmeal. It’s topped with berries and layered with our homemade granola. It’s high in fiber and nutrients to give you a strong start to your morning. We’d pair that with a matcha tea latte, which is high in antioxidants, and a cold-pressed immunity shot, known for its flavorful cardamom. You’ll be off to an amazing start. Beach Picnic: Our gourmet to-go items make for the best beach lunches. Always ask for one of our homemade dressings like the lemon-herb, to top the kale detox salad or the sweet potato salad. Try the dairy-free chicken salad for protein, and a salted caramel energy bite for a delectable dessert treat. What’s for Dinner?: Our family dinner packages can be ordered any time of day, ready for pick up upon your arrival. Our Organic Krush app makes ordering very easy. A tray of mac and cheese, steak skewers with fried rice, chicken Parm, or pasta and broccoli (all can be made gluten-free) rock our world at the end of the day. These trays easily feed four, and often there are leftovers. 211 Main St., Amagansett; 631.527.7717; organickrush.com

Founders: Lori Chemla and Carissa Waechter Mission: At Carissa’s, we began with baking bread and evolved into a locally minded kitchen and community hub. At our counter-service, all-day bakery, we sell Europeanstyle breads, viennoiserie (Viennese-style pastries) and vibrant cakes inspired by the surrounding flora, all baked on site in our bright, sunny, modernist space. Our dishes are based on the principles of wholesome ingredients that honor the season. We practice living responsibly. That means minimizing waste and use of plastics, and—through thoughtful sourcing—supporting the small growers and producers near us who prioritize organic and sustainable farming, fair trade practices and overall transparency. When You Started and What’s New This Season: We opened the doors to our original location on Newtown Lane in the summer of 2017. Our venture into a restaurant, café and wine bar on Pantigo Road opened two years later. This season began with our new executive chef, Evan Tessler, joining our team. Prior to Carissa’s, he cut his teeth at Café Boulud, then grew into executive roles with the Union Square Hospitality Group and Untitled, the Whitney Museum’s restaurant. We have expanded our private garden to include more vegetables and herbs to be used by our kitchen. We’re excited to have also begun designing and building our forthcoming Sag Harbor location, on Bay Street, so look out for that later this year! How You Weathered the Pandemic: We recognized from the beginning of the pandemic the importance of staying open for both our community and our team, and we never closed our doors. Previously, our model was completely different, focusing on the dine-in experience at our Pantigo location, but COVID forced us to learn a different model. We began offering our menu to go, built out our website to include online ordering and began offering comforting family-style dinners. We also decided to showcase a few of our friends in New York—who were also facing business challenges—through pop-up to-go dinners, such as Saigon Social and Sobre Masa. Fun Fact: We name all of our equipment. The big deck oven’s name is Olive, our van’s name is Pickle, the rotating oven is the Twirly Bird and many more. Yes, we embrace our inner quirkiness. Must Try: French chefs tell us that our croissants are the best, and our bacon, egg and cheese sandwich has a very devoted following. It starts with our sourdough bread. Beach Picnic: Start with our grain bowl, with farro, fava bean tahini and fresh local veggies. As a side, add on our creamy hummus with crudités of local heirloom carrots and radishes from our garden. To drink, a gazoz, 147

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Carissa Waechter is committed to sustainable business practices.

a refreshing Israeli favorite made with sparkling water, fresh herbs and fruit. We add in ferments of strawberry and rhubarb for extra flavor. What’s for Dinner?: Our Signature Salmon Dinner (preorder it online 24 hours in advance), which serves four. It consists of a beautiful oven-roasted salmon with tahini and za’atar, and is served with roasted local greens, mint couscous, our seasonal market salad and a loaf of our artisanal bread. It’s a well-rounded dinner that checks all the boxes of omega-rich protein, green vegetables and fiber without compromising on flavor. 221 Pantigo Rd., East Hampton, 631.604.5911; 68 Newtown Lane, East Hampton; 631.527.5996; 3 Bay St., Sag Harbor; carissasthebakery.com

acids), local Balsam Farms broccoli Caesar salad (rich in sulfur-containing glucosinolate, known to slow down and kill cancer cells), kale and pomegranate salad with a honey vinaigrette (a healthy trio!), and our roasted sweet potatoes (which lower inflammation) and tahini (rich in protein and vitamin B). Cookshop: 87 Sunset Ave., Westhampton Beach; 631.383.9617; heritagearistocrat.com

Louisa Young, left, and Lexi Ritsch of Hamptons Aristocrat

SIMPLY SUBLIME Founders: Sisters Alison Burke and Juliette Logie Mission: “I was a vegetarian for many years and found it really challenging to grab a great vegetarian lunch in East Hampton, so we decided we should be the ones to provide it,” says Burke. “I’m a yoga teacher and a mom and am super passionate about health and organic food. We wanted to share this passion with the community.” When You Started and What’s New This Season: Simply Sublime turned 9 years old in August. How You Weathered the Pandemic: We were able to pivot and offer concierge grocery service for our clients. Fun Fact: We were bartenders for years at a frozen-drink bar before opening and growing Simply Sublime. That’s why our smoothies are so good—lots of time with blenders! Must Try: Our most popular smoothie for years has been The Bomb (hence the name): banana, vanilla protein, almond milk, almond butter and a touch of agave. Morning Fuel-Up: Our anti-inflammatory drink The Mother, which has apple cider vinegar, turmeric, lemon, lime, cinnamon, ginger and filtered water sweetened with a little honey, coupled with our fan-favorite avocado toast. Beach Picnic: A Mason jar of detox water with fresh sliced cucumber, lemon and mint that you can refill all day, and our Thai Shrimp Salad with peanut sauce and fresh herbs—light, clean and delicious. What’s for Dinner?: Our veggie chili: It’s vegan and filled with beans and lots of flavor, and pairs well with our Mexican Ensalata for a Mexican-inspired meal. 85 Springs Fireplace Rd., East Hampton, 631.604.1566; simplysublimehamptons.com

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HAMPTONS ARISTOCRAT AND COOKSHOP Founders: Lexi Ritsch and Louisa Young Mission: To offer easy entertaining at every price point for every client, while Simply simultaneously supporting the local Sublime co-founder farming community. Educating clients, Alison through food, about the importance of Burke thoughtful sourcing of organic-practice and non-GMO produce, sustainability, humane farming, and the history of Long Island’s farmers. What’s new this season?: In August we launched The Dune Buggy, a 24-foot open-air dining cart for beach and farm dinners. The cart’s dome pizza oven allows guests to enjoy an alfresco chef dinner, including bone-in rib-eye steak and whole roasted fish, beachside. How You Weathered the Pandemic: When COVID hit, we pivoted our Easy Entertaining menu to offer a more athome approach to regular family dining, delivered. This shift paved the way for our new prepared food market, Cookshop, which opened in March 2021 in Westhampton Beach. A fine-dining but fast-casual approach to grab-and-go has proven to meet a need in the local community for fresh, local-inspired prepared foods by the pound. Beach Picnic: We offer beautiful wooden picnic boxes perfect for the beach. Each box has one protein and a choice of three side dishes. Our favorite combinations include seared tuna (high levels of omega-3 fatty 149

Children’s Museum of the East End Every Saturday & Sunday from

June 19 — September 5, 2021 at 10am

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The Hamptons Classic Horse Show, a historic East End institution, returns August 29-September 5.

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MEDITATION MATTERS

Purist’s experts in the field discuss the merits of getting into the transformative habit.

Jonas Togo

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What are the challenges and rewards of staying with it long term? Meditation is a dive into a pool of bliss. The deeper you dive, the more the bliss. The key to meditation is stillness. Quiet that busy monkey mind and allow the soul to speak. Like Joseph Campbell said, “Follow your bliss and the universe will open doors for you where there were only walls.”

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Meditation teacher, DJ

What kind of meditation do you practice? There is only one kind of meditation. Stillness. How it is achieved is an individual choice. I have created a sacred life—Sankalpa enmeshed with a daily practice, a moment-bymoment meditation—don’t do it, live it, be it. My “Dip Into Bliss” meditation was created as an invitation to all to breathe, get present and invite stillness. Stopping the mind as a meditation becomes a non-exercise; in fact, it is a complete and utter cessation of thoughts. You achieve this by not doing. “By letting go, it all gets done,” said Lao Tzu in the Tao Te Ching. In what ways has meditation changed your life? Meditation has allowed the seeing of the unseen. It has opened windows to the invisible. Priorities and directions are different after meditation. What once seemed important is now irrelevant. What was before limited, is now limitless. Beauty is everywhere. Opportunity is everywhere.

There are so many scientifically proven benefits of meditating. What do you find most beneficial about having a meditation practice? Benefits and costs are dualistic references. In meditation, the concept of “benefit” dissolves into a state of knowingness beyond knowledge. Meditation is the key to knowing yourself. Like any love affair, the relationship with self takes equanimity, deep devotion and love to fully embrace all the challenges and joys. Expert tip for how to begin? Observe the breath. The in-breath, the out-breath, and eventually the point of the breath turning from out to in and in to out. Have no thoughts but your breath. That will keep you busy for the next few lives. “A quiet mind is all you need,” said Nisargadatta Maharaj. “All else will happen rightly, once your mind is quiet. As the sun on rising makes the world active, so does self-awareness effect changes in the mind. In the light of calm and steady self-awareness, inner energies wake up and work miracles without any effort on your part.” ...And for how to sustain a regular practice? Return to your breath whenever you have one minute of “waiting time.” Focusing solely on your breath will still the mind. Stilling the mind is the purpose of meditation. It can be 153

done sitting, standing or walking. It can be done with eyes open or eyes closed. It is especially good on public transportation or while waiting for something. Whenever you find yourself waiting, take a deep clearing breath, let go of everything, and just observe your breath. The key to meditation is: Understanding that it is a release, a letting go, an invitation to access the infinite, the Divine. My mantra of the summer is: Who Am I? donnadcruz.com

BIET SIMKIN

Meditation and spiritual teacher What kind of meditation do you practice? I created something all my own, based on fourth-way principles and intense breathing practices, called The Guided By Biet Technique. In what ways has meditation changed

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your life? I have an amazing career, I have a partner of my dreams, I have a healthy child, I have a thriving community. This all came from meditation and prayer, but if you really want to know what I’ve got, it’s the ability to be calm in any circumstances, and to be steady and confident even when doubts arise.

There are so many scientifically proven benefits of meditating. What do you find most beneficial about having a meditation practice? Being able to stay clear on my aims and not get distracted. This way I live a life on purpose. A feeling of connection to my heart. Expert tip for how to begin...and for how to sustain a regular practice? Just start! Two minutes a day, grow it to 10 minutes a day. Find your meditation rock star. Find someone who has what you want and begin to follow them and emulate their magic. It will grow in you! The key to meditation is: Relaxing. My mantra of the summer is: “My life is perfect, there are no mistakes, the timing is perfect.” bietsimkin.com

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Resident teacher, Kadampa Meditation Center The Hamptons What kind of meditation do you practice? The goal of our meditation practice is to learn how to develop and maintain a peaceful mind all the time, meaning both in meditation and in our daily lives. A basic principle is that happiness and suffering are states of mind, and so their causes cannot be found outside the mind. If we want to be truly happy and free from suffering, we need to learn how to control our minds, both in meditation and in our daily lives. In what ways has meditation changed your life? I’ve learned that every aspect of life can be changed through the practice of meditation. Through practice, we “train” in love, compassion, patience, gratitude and other happinesscausing states of mind. At the same time, we can learn to recognize and let go of those states of mind that are 154

What are the challenges and rewards of staying with it long term? As with attempting and then sustaining anything new, there are some common challenges to a meditation practice. These can include a lack of familiarity with what to do and therefore frustration, the absence of quick results and therefore disappointment, or simply bad habits and distractions. These challenges can become obstacles so that we actually abandon the practice or only half-heartedly engage. The reward of a long-term effort is that we actually begin to experience the results we seek, such as a reduction in stress, greater focus and productivity, improved relationships and a general state of well-being. The ultimate reward of a meditation practice is the development of sustained inner peace and happiness, and protection from inner problems and unhappiness. There are so many scientifically proven benefits of meditating. What do you find most beneficial about having a meditation practice? The most beneficial result of having a meditation practice is being able to cultivate and maintain peaceful and happy states of mind, regardless of external conditions.

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What are the challenges and rewards of staying with it long term? The challenge is you have to give up lots of bad things you may “love” like bad men, booze, drugs, gossip, judgment and so on. Everything that is out of integrity in your life will become glaringly obvious and meditation makes it too painful to keep on with those things. The reward is your life is a giant dream and what you always wished it would be; the payback is you don’t get the same level of distraction.

the cause of unhappiness, such as anger and blame, impatience, and grasping at external objects as causes of happiness. Over time, it became clear that Buddhist meditation practice was not merely an effective coping mechanism or a powerful modality for improving mental and physical health, but also a lifestyle. I went from looking for a quick fix to eventually becoming a full-time instructor of Buddhist meditation.

proven benefits of meditating. What do you find most beneficial? Of course, the reduction of stress and better health. But for me, I love the benefits of meditation for my mind, my brain. These include very clear thinking, an ability to focus on something without distraction for very long periods of time, and, as I said, benefits for awakening the creative and problemsolving networks in the brain. Life is about choices and problem-solving. And meditation helps a ton with that.

Expert tip for how to begin? As with any successful endeavor, the best way to begin a meditation practice is with a clear intention or aspiration. If you want to meditate to reduce stress, clearly articulate that as your motivation. If general well-being is your goal, that’s a good reason too. ...And for how to sustain a regular practice? One way to try to sustain a practice or routine is through sheer personal willpower, without a network with whom to share your activity. Most of us know from experience that this approach doesn’t always work, if it works at all. An approach with a more likely chance of success is to combine personal practice with group practice. A regular meditation practice can come from developing a routine, spending some time in group meditation and personal time at home. Know what works for you, and stick with it.

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The key to meditation is: Relax and enjoy it. If you’re doing a breathing meditation, relax and enjoy the experience of the breath, without pushing or straining. Allow yourself to “taste” the inner peace that comes just by concentrating the mind. From these small experiences, you can naturally and gradually develop an enjoyable and rewarding meditation practice. My mantra of the summer is: A practical summer mantra, good for Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike, is “May everyone be happy.” In any situation, you can recite this general mantra, or more specifically, “May you be happy.” It’s a mantra that’s the nature of love, and is best recited silently from the heart and expressed with a smile. hamptonsmeditation.org

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CEO of the David Lynch Foundation What kind of meditation do you practice? I practice Transcendental Meditation, a simple technique that I do sitting comfortably in a chair with my eyes closed. It gives my body a very deep rest and wakes up the creative networks in the brain. In what ways has meditation changed your life? Oh, big question! I have been meditating for 52 years, so that is hard to quantify. Looking back, I find a continually deepening inner equanimity, a rock-solid foundation to the inevitable highs and lows of life. Plus, I sleep great, I have not been sick with a cold in decades, and I have more energy now than I had when I was in my 20s. What are the challenges and rewards of staying with it long term? Each day I make meditation a priority. I mean, there are 1,440 minutes in a day and I figure if I can’t find a few minutes each day for this kind of self-care, then I need to re-prioritize my life! It’s also helpful that TM is very enjoyable to do. There is no strain, no harsh “do’s and don’ts” involved. There are so many scientifically 155

Expert tip for how to begin? First, look at the research that supports the benefits. Meditation is not about a fad or marketing or branding. It’s about what actually happens in your brain, your nervous system, your cardiovascular system, respiratory system, digestive system during the few minutes that you are sitting in meditation. Once you decide what technique appeals to you, make the decision to learn it, to do it. Find an experienced teacher and start. It is a decision that will pay dividends for the rest of your life. ...And for how to sustain a regular practice? The key is to find the right technique. All meditations are not the same. There are different techniques with different mechanics and different outcomes. Once you find one that fits you then, again, resolve to do it, regularly as prescribed, for a month or two—enough time to begin to get a sense of the benefits. And then each day, recommit to the importance of your good health and meditate—as you do with a healthy diet or proper exercise program. For me at least, TM is so easy and rejuvenating that it’s easy to continue. The key to meditation is: Naturalness. My mantra of the summer is: Enjoy. davidlynchfoundation.org

COACHES

Today, she’s the picture of optimal health. But it wasn’t always the case for stretch therapist and Pilates pro Kat Tolis. A data scientist in Manhattan who pushed it to the limit at work and in her workouts for years, she wound up with hypothalamic amenorrhea, a hormonal imbalance due to too much stress. When she realized what was going on in her body, she dedicated her life to health-minded fitness. As the founder of XcellBODY, she now helps the jet-set crowd, from the Hamptons and NYC to Miami and Aspen, tame their type-A tendencies in sessions that do double duty as killer workouts followed by relaxing and therapeutic stretching. Key for Tolis is educating her clientele about “the health risks of too much stress and cortisol in the body,” she says, “including too much stress at work, and overexercising without proper recovery, which leads to a constant state of ‘fight-or-flight’ mode and the potential fertility issues it can cause. A recent trend shows females are losing their menstrual cycles from overexercising and not properly following diets such as vegan and Paleo to ensure they are getting proper nutrients for their bodies, on top of work and social pressures.” In addition to overall wellness coaching, Tolis offers specialized workouts custom-tailored to strengthen and stretch muscles where needed for the full range of active Hamptonites: “The Surfer,” for instance, targets arms, shoulders and back for powerful paddling, and obliques, quads, glutes, calves and hip flexors for improved pop-ups; “The Tennis Pro” works the upper body and lateral rotators to help perfect that swing. The life’s blood of her former career as a data analyst forecasting trends in Excel spreadsheets now helps inform her healing sessions for clients: She employs fit tech, such as the Whoop strap and Oura ring, using data analytics to optimize clients’ athletic performance, as well as recovery—for improved sleep, and reduced stress—with CBD-infused lotions and stretch therapy. She’s also developed a training program, Strength+Stretch by Kat, to educate and train fitness instructors at already existing boutique fitness brands how to perform one-on-one assisted stretch techniques and how to incorporate them into their businesses. “My goal is to share the benefits of Strength+Stretch—with a focus on performance, recovery and science—with the world, to help people excel in their unique activities and goals.” Helping others is embedded in her DNA, and not just on the machines and mats: This summer, she’s also been giving back at CTREE, the Center for Therapeutic Riding of the East End. “In high school I volunteered in equine therapy, helping children with special needs improve their mobility. That’s how I first became interested in physical therapy.” xcellbody.com

Kat Tolis takes a data-driven approach to wellness with her Pilates-powered, stretch-enhanced offerings at XcellBODY. BY RAY ROGERS

Tolis aims to help clients “Get tight, let loose, stay elevated.”

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GET MOVING! Pilates workouts deliver exceptional mind-body benefits. BY ERIKA BLOOM

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Through engagement of the breath and often-neglected muscle groups, Pilates promotes full-body health.

and learning how to take that breath into your life to strengthening and stretching, and promoting ease of function. As you give your big muscles a rest and wake up the muscles that are underappreciated, you can access your body in a healthier way. The result is you’ll feel more energized, your muscles will lengthen into graceful shape and your new form will translate to ease as well as aesthetic. Not only does your body look better, it feels better. Both the sessions and the overall program are carefully individualized and tailored to meet your needs and goals. One day it could be therapeutic stretching; another it may be a strengthening workout; the next, corrective movement for an injury or postural misalignment. All of our teachers are exceptionally trained to guide your body, whether you need more strength or more openness, whether you are an athlete or new to movement, where you are in your menstrual cycle, whether you are pregnant or postpartum, have osteoporosis or scoliosis, are healing an injury, need a new challenge, or need to find centeredness and calm. Through August, you can find us at our Amagansett summer pop-up, a serene, beautiful space in a schoolhouse turned barn, just off the main square, easy to get to and still very private and quiet. Our top-floor space, complete with gorgeous light and views of nature, is fully outfitted with Pilates equipment, and there’s a treatment room providing acupuncture and structural integration. erikabloom.com

My philosophy is that movement is synonymous with selfcare, and it’s as essential in our day as drinking water. For me, that movement is Pilates, and I’m observing how the balance of listening to what we need each day, combined with mindfully structuring our weeks, leads to a balance of sessions at home and in the studio. Most days of the week, my students are at home, easing from a morning routine still in the womb of their family or their creative realm into an in-home Pilates session with one of our expert instructors. The transition into their home workout space—whether it’s just mat, or we’ve stocked it with our props or the best Pilates apparatus equipment—is soft and convenient. It’s self-love, with all the physical benefits of a workout. Other days, they move softly out of their homes and into the curated environment of one of our studios for a more engaged, educational session on the machines, still private but enhanced by the vibration of the community of healers and practitioners around them. Some days, a virtual session fits in best—and our instructors can lead you and guide you wherever you are, whenever is convenient for you. The benefits of the method come through however you fit it into your day. Choosing where and when you move feels natural to the energy shifts you experience throughout your day. It allows you to honor where you are and encourages an inner calm around your exercise experience. My love affair with the method rests in the way it offers everything your body needs, from breath training 157

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CRUISING INTO THE FUTURE Leading the luxury-car industry pack in sustainability, Bentley Motors presents the new “Beyond100” strategy. BY GABRIELLE ECHEVARRIETA

PURIST: Bentley is one of the first luxury auto manufacturers dedicated to sustainability. What made the company decide to forge this new path? PETER BOSCH: In 2019, Bentley celebrated its centenary year, which provided the perfect platform to celebrate our history and reflect on our future. Our focus now is on a future driven by new technologies, materials, fuels and skills, in the pursuit of a progressive new world, one in which the highest levels of luxury mobility are achieved with sustainable methods.

PURIST: Tell us about the 300,000 British honeybees (Apis mellifera) living in five hives at the factory. PB: The bees serve as pollinators for local crops and flowers in the Cheshire countryside, including our own wildflower meadow. In recent months, we also installed boxes for both birds and bats, and ground-level boxes for hedgehogs. Encouraging biodiversity in and around the factory helps us support the local environment and its wildlife—and a final benefit of our bees is the delicious Bentley honey they produce every summer. bentleymotors.com

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PB: The Bentley factory, in Crewe, in Cheshire, England, is already carbonneutral for car production, with 100 percent of our energy sourced from sustainable sources, including our own 31,000 solar panel system. Since 2010, the CO2 emissions per vehicle manufactured have fallen by 99.5 percent, and water usage has fallen by 55 percent over the same period. On-site logistics vehicles are now either electric or fueled with hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) fueling facilities, an ultra-low emissions alternative to conventional fuels. We have also increased the recycling of our waste to over 99 percent, and we continue to source energy-efficient equipment and adopt new technologies as they become available.

A 100-year-old institution in the auto world, Bentley Motors has evolved and grown within a changing world while remaining true to its bold, elegant aesthetic that can be recognized anywhere on the road. In response to climate change, one of the greatest threats to global health, the brand has gone where no luxury automaker has gone before. Bentley has recently unveiled the “Beyond100” strategy, a comprehensive plan to become fully climate-neutral by the year 2030. From solar power to beehives and everything in between, Purist speaks to Peter Bosch, member of the board for manufacturing at Bentley Motors Ltd., about these ambitious goals.

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Southampton. When it was time to perform a major renovation on his own 5 bedroom residence, one of the Hamptons most respected luxury builders engaged Barnes & Coy for some of the design elements while incorporating many of those incredible finishes and amenities that he used elsewhere, creating an amazing residence for himself and his family spread out over 6,000 sq. feet. The intimate entry hall ushers you towards the living room and den/media room both warmed by fireplaces. The uber kitchen, clad in subway tiles with white stained oak floors underfoot, features a whole host of professional appliances including dual 36” Viking refrigerator and freezer, a Garland Blue Star 60” range with raised griddle and infrared broiler, Miele steam oven and heating drawer, a pair of Miele dishwashers and 2 Sub Zero under counter wine coolers. A butler’s pantry leads to the formal dining room. An office featuring 100 year old wormy chestnut, guest suite, powder room and a two car garage complete the first floor. Upstairs the master suite features his and her walk-in closets, separate dressing room with vanity, large bath with steam shower and her office with private deck. This is joined by two bedrooms and a large hall bath. The lower level offers gym, sauna, staff bedroom, full bath, wine cellar, cedar closet, large playroom and laundry. The infrastructure, updated along with the rest, features a 9-zone HVAC system powered by town gas, town water, a generator as well as sound system that supplies audio both in and out. And the outside, with oversight by Edmund D. Hollander, was not neglected with a Tortorella heated Gunite pool, separate spa, retractable awning and outdoor kitchen complete with Viking appliances including smoker oven, 2 burner range, refrigerator and a Capital 54” BBQ. With quality, features and amenities often found in houses 2-3 times the price, this house and property is destined to find a new owner soon. Shouldn’t it be you? Exclusive. $5.25M WEB# 455343 Real estate agents affiliated with The Corcoran Group are independent contractors and are not employees of The Corcoran Group. Equal Housing Opportunity. The Corcoran Group is a licensed real estate broker located at 660 Madison Ave, NY, NY 10065. All listing phone numbers indicate listing agent direct line unless otherwise noted. All information furnished regarding property for sale or rent or regarding financing is from sources deemed reliable, but Corcoran makes no warranty or representation as to the accuracy thereof. All property information is presented subject to errors, omissions, price changes, changed property conditions, and withdrawal of the property from the market, without notice. All dimensions provided are approximate. To obtain exact dimensions, Corcoran advises you to hire a qualified architect or engineer.

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NUMEROLOGY

A by-the-numbers look at the late Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, whose biopic, Respect, starring Jennifer Hudson, premieres August 13.

75 With over 75 million records sold throughout her career, Franklin is one of the topselling artists of all time.

Franklin had a four-octave vocal range.

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A high school dropout, Franklin had two honorary doctorates of music, from Berklee College of Music and Yale University.

Franklin became a mother for the first time at age 12, to a boy named Clarence. She later went on to have three more sons.

249516 In 2014 Franklin had an asteroid, “249516 Aretha,” named after her.

“We all require and want respect, man or woman, Black or white. It’s our basic human right.”

7318 �� Rolling Stone named Franklin as No. 9 on its “100 Greatest Artists of All Time” list.

Franklin had 73 singles on the Billboard Hot 100 chart over her career.

Franklin won 18 Grammy Awards.

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