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Hamptons Eats: Winston’s is spicing up Nichol’s space

Winston’s will be opening March 22nd in the space formally known as Nichol’s in East Hampton. Winton Lyons the new owner and executive chef, previously worked at Turtle Bay Crossing, The Meeting House and most recently known for his talented culinary skills at the East Hampton Grill. Winston left the East Hampton Grill in 2013 and has been preparing to open up his own restaurant. The Theme will be seafood/steak with a Caribbean touch. Although Winston is Jamaican you will not find Caribbean dishes dominating the menu, however Sunday evenings will be Caribbean dinner night. Winston tells me that people from all over come rave about his steak, I am looking forward to tasting it. I asked Winston what will make Winston’s unique and he said his primarily focus will be on service, standard and quality of the food,  some signature dishes like Fried Lobster and Roasted Garlic Crabmeat.

Winston’s will be open BreakfastLunchDinner….Happy Hour Thursday-Sunday 5-7pm, bar menu and 2 for 1 drinks. Theme nights: Wednesday- Red Stripe & wings…Sunday’s: Caribbean Dinner

Address: 100 Montauk Hwy, East Hampton, NY 11937

I will share my experience with all of you as soon as they opening.

 

Hillary Clinton Book-signing in the Hamptons at BookHampton in East Hampton
East Hampton Main Street was Happening in the Hamptons today August 16th, with people from throughout Long Island drove out to the Hamptons for the day to see Hillary Rodham Clinton. The event was held at BookHampton a small book store with 3 locations in the East End, Southampton, East Hamptons & Mattituck. Owner Charline Spektor secured the book signing with Hillary Clinton at the East Hampton location. The Clintons are vacationing in Amagansett this week and this kick off was a huge success, fans and supporters drove from all over to have an opportunity to meet her.

Edna Lanier-Dewitt of Miller Place
Edna Lanier-Dewitt of Miller Place
When I arrived at 3pm the line was rapidly growing and I took a moment to speak with Edna Lanier-Dewitt of Miller Place who was the 1st person on-line. Edna told us that it took her an hour to get to East Hampton was on-line since 10am this morning; she was very excited to meet Mrs. Clinton and have her book signed.

Everyone waiting on-line for a signed copy of Hard Choice by Hilary Rodham Clinton pre-paid for the book in advance; and of course there were some who wanted to cut the line, but thankfully they were told they needed to wait in-line as well. The Media Frenzy was out in full force, but Hamptons Mouthpiece and my amazing photographer arrived early and got the premium spot.

Andy Cohen/Bravo & Charline Spektor owner BookHampton
Andy Cohen/Bravo & Charline Spektor owner BookHampton

Spotted before the festivities started was Andy Cohen out walking his dog and chatting with Charline, he took a minute to pose for a picture with BookHampton owner Charline Spektor. We also spotted Dr. Suzan Johnson Cook former United States Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom.
Ambassador Suzan Johnson Cook & friends
Ambassador Suzan Johnson Cook & friends

I am told there were over 1000 people standing in-line waiting to get their book signed, it was crowded and at times seemed chaotic, but the secret service and the local police had it under control. There were men & women of all ages of all ethnic groups standing in-line, everyone was calm, patient and excited to have an opportunity to meet Mrs. Clinton, a woman who could just be the first female President of the United States. There was only one protestor that was not there to give her support to Mrs. Clinton, owner Ruth Vered of Vered Gallery in East Hampton. She was dressed in all black wearing an eye patch protested by holding a sign that said “the worst sec. of state”….

Ruth Vered,
Ruth Vered,

The secret service and the local East Hampton police department were in-sync and worked together to make-sure that the former 1st Lady, Former NYS Senator and Former Secretary of State was protected and safe. It is always fascinating to watch the secret service in-action. Selected and pre-approved members of the Media were cleared to enter BookHampton for photo-opts with Mrs. Clinton signing copies of her book. Mrs. Clinton looked beautiful,relaxed and happy to be there. NHB_8762
I loved how she genuinely interacted with the public as she signed their book, I know she is a seasoned politician but this seemed like anything but politics to me.

Hillary Rodham Clinton, East Hampton, BookHampton
Hillary Rodham Clinton, East Hampton, BookHampton

After getting all the pictures I needed, it was time for us to go, we were amazed how the line had grown in 2 hours, it was from the front of BookHampton and went past John Papa’s around the back parking lot in East Hampton. I am told people were still waiting on-line way past 630pm, Wow. What a successful day for BookHampton.
Bookhampton buyers wait to have book signed
Bookhampton buyers wait to have book signed

photographer: Kurt Leggard, www.photographybykurt.net

(East Hampton, NY)  A PEEK into SUMMER at Race Lane, Benefiting The Retreat..

Tuesday, May 14  Race Lane in East  Hamptons is hosting a cocktail party to benefit The Retreat, the only agency providing comprehensive domestic violence services on the east end of Long Island!  The party is from 7pm to 10pm, with a price of $45 per person. The ticket price includes wine, beer, delicious hors d’oeuvres and fabulous entertainment featuring Mamalee Rose and Friends.

Thanks to the generosity of Race Lane owners, 100% of the proceeds will benefit The Retreat. To purchase tickets, call The Retreat at 631-329-4398, or email [email protected]. Tickets will also be available at the door (31 Race Lane)! Race to a very special evening with us while supporting a truly worthy organization!

Date:                           Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Time:                          7-10 PM
Location:                 Race Lane Restaurant, 31 Race Lane, East Hampton
Cost:                           $45 per person in advance; $50 at the door.
100% of your ticket directly benefits the families served by The Retreat….For reservations go to www.theretreatinc.org, event section.
Entertainment:         Mamalee Rose and Friends
Executive Chef:        Nimesh Maharjan

 About The Retreat: www.theretreatinc.org

For 26 years, The Retreat has been providing domestic violence services and education to families on the east end of Long Island. Programs include a residential shelter for women and children, a 24-hour domestic violence hotline, individual and group counseling, legal advocacy for all victims of domestic violence, programs to engage troubled fathers and other men who may be at-risk of committing family violence, and an in-school violence prevention education program taught in local area schools. All services are provided free of charge.

Monica Hughes Sings Live at The Palm

Hello Friends…if you are looking for something to on a Wednesday night..come out to hear Monica sing…she lights up a room and you are sure to have a fantastic time…Wednesday nights are apparently the place to be on a cold winter night in the Hamptons.

  • 7:00pm until 9:00pm
  • The Palm Restaurant in East Hampton

Monica will be performing this Wednesday, February 27, 2013