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Andrea Correale's How-tos for a Nautical Labor Day Party

August 30, 2012 | At Home

New England Clam Chowder

3 ounces bacon
1 onion, chopped
3 stalks celery, with leaves, finely diced
1 1/4 pound potatoes, diced to 1/2-inch cubes
1 quart clam juice
3/4 cup flour
1 1/2 sticks butter
1 1/2 quarts half and half
12 ounces chopped clams
Salt
White pepper to taste

In a large stock pot, fry bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove and set on paper towel to cool. Once cool, crumble into small pieces. Sauté onions and celery in bacon fat until soft. Add potatoes. Add clam juice and bring to a simmer.

In a separate pan, melt butter and add the flour. Constantly stir mixture on medium-low heat until smooth, about three minutes.

Add flour/butter mixture to simmering stock. Stir until thick and stock comes back to a simmer. Add half and half and bring back to a simmer, stirring. Gently simmer for 15 minutes, stirring often. Season with salt and pepper.

Add the clams. Simmer for a few minutes more and serve.

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Blueberry Crisp

4 cups blueberries, washed
1 Tablespoon lemon juice
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup flour
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
3/4 cup quick cooking rolled oats
4 tablespoons soft butter

Place blueberries in a greased deep baking dish. Sprinkle them with lemon juice and granulated sugar.

In a separate bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and oats. Cut in butter until mixture is evenly blended and crumbly. Spread mixture on blueberries and bake at 375° F for 40-45 minutes. Serve warm.

The Mood:
Easy-breezy with hints of rustic Northeast charm. The look is easily accomplished using galvanized steel tubs filled with ice and fresh seafood, lanterns, hurricane candles, and a vintage blackboard with a menu written in chalk. Utilize white ceramic plates and nautical accents like sailboats, sea grass, and drift wood.

The Menu:
Serve seafood indigenous of the area—clams, lobsters, shrimp, and oysters. Start off with steaming chowder presented in white ceramic mugs garnished with homemade croutons or basic oysterettes. End the meal with warm blueberry, apple, or blueberry desserts a la mode. For drinks, stick with something light or citrus-based. Sauvignon blanc will also pair well. Here are some of my favorite recipes that fit this theme:

—ANDREA CORREALE
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY ELEGANT AFFAIRS

Andrea Correale is owner and creator of Elegant Affairs, the premiere catering & event planning company serving Manhattan, Long Island, The Hamptons, Westchester, Connecticut and New Jersey. For over 20 years Andrea and her team have been producing custom-designed events with exquisite cuisine for parties as intimate as two and as extravagant as 2,000. Elegant Affairs has coordinated events for some of the world's most elite including Mariah Carey, Russell Simmons, Jimmy Fallon, P. Diddy. and many more. Andrea has no limit to her expertise; she is the exclusive caterer for Ferrari Maserati of Long Island and Sugar Dining Den and Social Club.

Keri Glassman's Nutritious Life Tip: Get Your World Ready for Fall

August 30, 2012 | Style & Beauty

Every other week on Hamptons-Magazine.com, I’ll focus on one pillar of a Nutritious Life, and give you a Nutritious Life Tip (NLT) Hamptons-style. Last time was all about how to sleep deeply and peacefully, now we'll focus on getting ready for fall.

Your World: Ah…Labor Day. Warm temperatures may make autumn seem far off, but fall will creep up on us before we even have time to unpack our beach bags. All of these changes impact our health—physically and mentally. Although we can’t control the change of seasons (bummer!), your home is Your World and that is one environment you can control!

NLT Hamptons-Style: Prepare calmly for autumn to arrive. Try these tips to keep Your World stuck in a place of "summertime zen," as you healthfully prepare for the transition into fall.

Clean Out Your Closets AND Cabinets: The arrival of fall fashion means it’s time to revamp your wardrobe, but don’t stop there! Out with the sugary, possibly expired condiments and in with new herbs, spices, and vinegars.

If condiments, such as ketchup, barbecue sauce, and salad dressings are hogging up your shelf space, toss them and restock with the new and improved ones for fall. Instead of sugary salad dressings, experiment with different types of vinegars such as raspberry, pomegranate, and blueberry. Try cloves, oregano, basil, thyme, and cinnamon to add flavor to your dishes instead of ketchup and sauces—doing so will give you an additional boost of antioxidants and save calories. If you’ve been collecting tea bags in your pantry it may be time to clear out and replenish them, too. Experiment with the different tea flavors available in the markets now.

Winterize Your Freezer: You don’t have to be Martha Stewart to freeze your own fruit. Head to the market and stock up on your favorite summer fruits now, pop them in your freezer, and enjoy all fall. Voila! You now have a secret stash of summer’s best produce.

The best ones to freeze are watermelon, grapes, kiwis, and mangos. If you don’t feel like freezing them for yourself, check the freezer aisle of your grocery store. Many brands such as Bird’s Eye sell frozen fruits and vegetables, like pineapple, bananas, and corn, all year-round. As an added bonus, frozen fruits and vegetables contain the max amount of nutrients because they are flash frozen as soon as they are picked at peak ripeness.

Stay in Shape and Have a Laugh: Choose your favorite fall comedy and walk or run on your treadmill for the entire length of the show. You'll be so wrapped up in the latest episode, you'll hardly notice you've been burning calories.

Beat the Post-Summer Blues: Take your favorite photos from summer, frame them, and use them to decorate your walls. Apply this tip now, and get a fresh hint of summertime until well after Labor Day.

Keep Your Summer Sleep Habits: Use calming teas, tranquil sounds, or a sleep mask to get better sleep this fall. A lack of sleep may cause weight gain by affecting hormones that control appetite. Plus, the extra sleep will help keep you focused throughout the day and better able to stay on top of your “back-to-school” schedule. Read how to sleep deeply and healthfully here>>

—KERI GLASSMAN, MS, RD, CDN

Live by Keri Glassman Nutritious Life’s eight pillars for a healthy, happy summer:

Drink Up, Eat Empowered, Exercise Steady, Pamper Thyself, Sex Ed, Sleep Deep, Stress Less, Your World

Keri Glassman is the founder and president of Keri Glassman, Nutritious Life, a nutrition practice based in New York City, and Nutritious Life Meals, a gourmet, healthy, daily diet delivery program available in major markets in the United States. For years, Keri has been a leader in advancing a “whole person” approach to health and wellness. She has dedicated her career to creating services and promoting education through her brand.

Keri is a member of Women’s Health Magazine’s board, and has authored three books, the most recent being Slim Calm Sexy Diet (Rodale, March 2012). Keri’s expertise is regularly featured on several national television programs including NBC’s The Today Show, ABC’s Good Morning America, Access Hollywood Live, The View, The Talk, The Chew, Dr. Oz, The Doctors, The Wendy Williams Show, MSNBC, The Fox News Channel, and CNN. She is also the nutrition and health contributor for NBC’s New York Live. Keri hosts an original series called “A Little Bit Better” which will be featured on Youtube’s LivestrongWoman channel. She is a spokesperson for national brands that align with the Nutritious Life mission, and is a prolific writer and commentator for numerous publications, such as OK! Magazine and Hamptons Magazine. Keri also regularly contributes articles and recipes to several websites including Equinox, Martha Stewart Living, and Youbeauty.com.

Hamptons Home Shops: Who's Staying, Going, and Coming Back

August 29, 2012 | At Home

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Bespoke Global, 46 Jobs Lane, Southampton, 251-6077

James B. Fairchild, 619 Hampton Road, Southampton, 259-3731

Lexington Clothing Company, 73 Main St., East Hampton, 855-539-1993

MONC XIII, 40 Madison St., Sag Harbor, 808-3333

C. Wonder, 50 Jobs Lane, Southampton

JAM Paper & Envelope, 68 Jobs Lane, Southampton, 204-0666

Hamptons pop-ups and off-season closings are a fact of East End life. And while we hate to see our favorite stores disappear after Labor Day, at least there’s always next season to look forward to. Here's the scoop on future plans for our favorite home stores:

STORES

Bespoke Global: As a nod to its one-year anniversary, Bespoke Global opened its first brick-and-mortar outpost in the Hamptons this summer. And due to the high level of support and patronage from the community, not only has this home furnishings company extended its stay until the end of September, but they will be returning next year, too. 46 Jobs Lane, Southampton, 251-6077

James B. Fairchild: Though James B. Fairchild only opened this year, it houses perhaps the widest range of items in the Hamptons, from antlers to oil paintings. So it is with a collective sigh of relief we report that this new store will remain open year-round. 619 Hampton Road, Southampton, 259-3731

Lexington Clothing Company: This Stockholm-based company opened its first US anchor store in the Hamptons this summer. Good news continues for fans of the New England-inspired home furnishings and clothing shop, because it plans to stay open throughout the year. 73 Main Street, East Hampton, 855-539-1993

MONC XIII: The antique furniture and elegant décor of MONC XIII have already become an East End fixture after premiering this season. Happily, the haute home store plans to stay open and serve its Sag Harbor clientele all year long. 40 Madison St., Sag Harbor, 808-3333

POP-UPS

C. Wonder: C. Wonder brightened up the East End this summer, and we've heard its signature neon bikes and preppy clothes will be back for summer 2013, although the exact location is to be decided. 5 Main St., Southampton, 287-2645

JAM Paper & Envelope: When JAM lost its UES lease this year, it opened a pop-up in the Hamptons instead. Although this craft lover’s dream store plans to stay until early October, as of yet the company has no definite plans to return next year. 68 Jobs Lane, Southampton, 204-0666

—MEGAN WILLETT

Hamptons Style and Beauty Shops: Who's Staying, Going, and Coming Back

August 29, 2012 | Style & Beauty

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