Water Mill

My head is spinning from this one… and getting your caffeine fix just got easier!!!

They say perception is often more important than reality.   I have to say in the Hamptons this is truer than you know.   I mean I work in real estate for crying out loud!   But truth be told, even the keenest eye (I’m including myself in that one) can be fooled.  Take a look at the video below.  It’s a classic example of something called the McGuirk Effect.    Really it’s cool, trust me and watch this video.  Since it’s named after a street in East Hampton village, I feel it’s totally appropriate for this blog.

Meanwhile, something appears to be brewing in Southampton.  The Hamptons Brewing Company is expanding their empire to a new location (the old Mini Cooper showroom) next to Southampton BMW.   The upside, a new location with great coffee and sinful scones.   Yes, the scones are really that good!    Now, I’ve been told that it’s going to be more of a “coffee experience” location.  Hmmmmm a coffee experience… a java journey… a jaunt with Joe!  I know I’ll stop it now!

The way my source described the new location, gave me visions of The Central Perk coming to the
Hamptons!!  Wow, I can’t wait to hang out with Rachel and Chandler!!!  The only downside.. there won’t be a full kitchen like they have in Water Mill.   I have to admit, it’s a recent discovery for me to go to the Hampton Coffee Company for lunch but I had a great experience and a fantastic breakfast burrito there.     But hey, you can’t have everything, right?!

Two bucks will get you on the subway, but fresh garlic will get you a seat. I know where to buy it and announcing THE EAST HAMPTON GRILL!

Well, now that we all know that Della Famina is soon to be no more… I can tell you that the Hillstone Group the people behind Houstons will soon be opening “THE EAST HAMPTON GRILL.” I’ll assume it’s to be much like the PALM BEACH GRILL which the company owns and currently operates in that “OTHER” resort area. I only hope one thing, they have the Slow Roasted Pork Ribs, the Spinach artichoke dip and the crab cakes! It’s funny but I’ve never heard so much buzz or excitement about the opening of a new restaurant in the Hamptons like I have about this. Sure NOBU is going to Southampton but as I said before, the lines will be longer at The East Hampton Grill!

Citarella is getting a run for it’s money as Mike and Sandy DeGennaro, who own Long Wharf Wines in Sag Harbor and Southampton Wines at Water Mill Shops and Muse Restaurant & Aquatic Lounge chef Matthew Guiffrida have finally opened their long awaited AVANTI CULINARY MARKET.

Located at the site of the old Citerellas in Water Mill, I went to the shopping center the other day to buy cupcakes for a friend’s birthday (at Water Mill Cupcakes) and ended up strolling through what is one of the best epicurean (thank you spell check) centers in the Hamptons. The prices are more than competitive with the other gourmet shops in the Hamptons but the staff was over the top helpful!! The selection of seafood and meats were well stocked but I was bowled over by the extensive selection of herbs and spices (why do I sound like I’m talking about KFC) with the slick and cool packaging.

To be perfectly honest, I didn’t try much of the prepared foods since I’m currently trying to squeeze into my 29″ waist speedo so I can’t comment. But I did try the tuna which the chef offered to turn into freshly prepared “tuna tare tare.” It was probably the best I ever had! To make a long story longer or shorter, AVANTI is now open visit their website for more details. But why do that… just go… EAT!

Just reduced by $200,000 Water Mill Estate!!!

 

A true waterfront paradise. This exclusive gated estate sits on almost one full acre of land next to a 1.4 acre waterfront wildflower preserve on Mill Pond. Thoreau would envy the quietude-only two other homes are next to the preserve. This gracious, gabled, traditional home is 7,900 square feet with 6 BR’s and 6 1/2 baths with radiant heated floors. Wide-plank Brazilian cherry flooring, Professional Gourmet Kitchen with custom cabinetry, 60″ Wolf range/dual-ovens/French cook top, 2 Wolf wall ovens, 2 Sub-Zero refigerators, 2 Bosch dishwahsers, 2 farm sinks, granite counter-tops and Formal Dining Room have all been done with superior finshes. There are also 4 Wood-burning Fireplaces, Family Room, 1st Floor BR, Master Bedroom Large mahogany deck facing water & pool Bose audio system. The home also features the latest home Security system, and extensive lightning rod system. A multi zoned HVAC with room-by-room controls and a central vacuum system and laundries on 1st and 2nd floor make for great comfort and convenience. The elevator cab is richly paneled in cherry and is just one of the many elegant touches inside this amazing home. Now asking $5,395,000

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Why I hate all of those TV segments and articles on Valentines Day! Also, the Flu sucks!!!

I’m sorry guys but I have the flu today. UGH! I thought taking vitamin C would prevent it from hitting me!!! But NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! So look for Monday’s blog. My topic; Great places to go on Valentine’s day when you’re single or want to break up!! I’m so sick of hearing about rose petals and chocolate!