You simply cannot let the summer go by without taking advantage of some of the Hamptons hot spots because after all there’s no point if they become Hamptons cold spots. 

I was just at The Beacon restaurant in Sag Harbor and if you don’t go for the fabulous food then you have to go for the view, and I’m not just talking about the waterfront sunsets.  The guys there are young, good looking, and really nice to boot.  Order the portobello mushroom ap. and a pineapple martini and you will be in heaven.

Hot girls are all hoofing it over to Shelter Island to Sunset Beach for a cocktail in the sand and some moules frites.  Tres bien mon amie!  The french flair makes it all that much sexier - think St. Tropez.  The chance to dine en pleine air is a real treat.  You have to bring patience though as the europeans don’t cater to the fast food mentality.  Remember you can also hit there for breakfast after a hike through Mashomack Park on the island and enjoy a cafe au lait and croissant.

For great live music you have to hit East Hampton Point on Sunday at 6pm for live Reggae.  Another waterfront setting filled with everyone who’s come out to get that groovy beat going on.  The locals are all in the know and celebrate god’s day of rest with Winston Irie.

Speaking of music you get the chance to see Nancy Atlas outside at the Montauk Gazebo on Sunday August 26 from 4 - 6 where you can picnic and bring wine and get to see the fabu singer www.nancyatlas.com.  She’ll also be at the Talkhouse over Labor Day weekend.

If it’s a Thursday night on the early side the Wolffer Vineyard in Sagaponack has live music from 5:30 to 7:30 where you can have a glass of wine or sparkling wine and feel like you’re in Tuscany.  If you want to head out later Thursday night try LeFlirt in East Hampton which has great bistro French food and turns into a fun club late (think midnight).

Gardens are totally romantic and you should really take the chance to see the LongHouse Reserve in East Hampton and meander through the acres of gardens and sculptures or visit the Bridge Gardens Trust in Bridgehampton for the lavender parterre and the incredible roses.  These are literally “green” dates.

Looking for a beach that’s never that crowded?  Peter’s Pond Beach in Sagaponack is a real insider spot although you do need a Southampton Town sticker to park there.  Bring a picnic and spend the whole day — it is awesome!  A great deal is lunch to go from the Seafood Shop in Wainscott - lobster rolls hello.  If you don’t have a sticker check into the shuttle which runs from Bridgehampton High School to Sagg Main Beach in Sagaponack.

If you like to kayak head over to the Springs General Store right by Jackson Pollock’s place in East Hampton where you can rent them and grab a chicken salad sandwich to go.  Bring cash.

If you have a favorite spot also let me know!  I still like to learn. –>