DID YOU KNOW
Sagaponack, known as the “place where the large ground-nuts grow,” is one of the most fertile areas in the Hamptons. Situated 100 miles east of the mainland, the town is blessed with rich soil, vast forests and beautiful ponds.
MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS
Joy Behar, Ross Bleckner, Robert Dash, Steven Gaines, Marci Klein and Scott Murphy, Katie Lee, Tomas Maier, Richie and Jane Notar, Dr. Kelly Posner and David Gerstenhaber, David Salle, Helen and Tim Schifter, Molly Sims, Harvey and Rhonda Spevak, John Sykes, Christy Turlington Burns and Ed Burns, Melissa and Ross Zapin
EDITOR’S PICK
Fresh Eats
When in the country, do as the country folk do and fill your tote with the freshest local produce at farm stands, including Lisa & Bill’s Fresh Vegetables (Main Street, Wainscott, 631-537-1488) and Marilee Foster’s Farmstand (Sagg Main Street, Sagaponack). For zucchini bread and more, head to Pike’s Farm Stand (Sagg Main Street, Sagaponack, 537-5854).
For Kids
Take your novice or advanced horse rider to the Wölffer Estate Stables for private or group lessons with professional trainers on a pristine Grand Prix field. 41 Narrow Lane E., Sagaponack, 631-537-2879; wolfferestatestables.com
PIT STOP
Townline BBQ isn’t exactly a sawdust-on-the-floor kind of place, but expect plenty of the associated treats, such as brisket (both lean and “moist”) and a variety of smoked meats and accompanying sauces. Though not for the faint of heart, the pulled pork and the beef ribs are finger-lickin’ good. Sides like homemade baked beans, golden corn bread, collard greens and potato salad round out the menu. “We’re doing what we like, and we’re filling a niche with what’s missing,” says partner Joe Realmuto. “Everywhere else in the Hamptons you see a standard menu with salmon, chicken, steak and a pasta. We looked around and saw that barbecue was the next step. We believe in it.” 3593 Montauk Hwy., Sagaponack, 631-537-2271; townlinebbq.com—LEANNE SHEAR
