Discover the Hottest Happenings Making Waves in the Hamptons
From new restaurants to exciting pop-ups, soak in the last of the summertime in New York's chicest destination
As the wind wanes, alfresco dining ends, and back-to-school season nears, it has never been a better time to plot one last trip to The Hamptons. Whether a girl’s trip or family getaway, Galerie has compiled the most exciting events happening in New York’s chicest beach getaway, perfect for soaking in the last few days of summer.
1. Wayan & Ma•dé Out East
Finding home at East Hampton’s waterfront property EHP Resort & Marina through August 31, noted chef and Galerie Creative Mind Cedric Vongerichten has brought his acclaimed Indonesian-French restaurants Wayan & Ma•dé to the Hamptons for only the season. With views of Three Mile Harbor, guests can admire boats docking while feasting on sumptuous dishes including tuna tartare served with sambal hijau vinaigrette and puffed rice, sweet corn fritters, ginger turmeric-dressed fluke sashimi; crab fried rice with green chili, garlic and cilantro, crispy ribs with soy tamarind glaze, and lobster noodles with black pepper butter and Thai basil. Book your table here.
2. La Prairie at Gurney’s Resorts
Perfect for parents treating themselves after a busy beach day with the kids, a group of girlfriends swapping stories, or a solo visitor seeking alone time, luxury Swiss skincare house La Prairie has recently launched a pop-up at Montauk’s upscale hotel Gurney’s Resort through September 1. Boasting oceanfront views, this exclusive suite offers two different facial treatments, both of which embody the Swiss skincare brand’s mission to lift, firm, and illuminate skin through the most cutting-edge technology and scientific innovations. Achieve summertime skin glow by booking a spot here.
3. Privé Padel at Montauk Yacht Club
The latest red-hot addition to racquet-sport mania is quickly becoming a go-to summer activity for would-be athletes seeking to let loose and get their steps in. Tennis-squash hybrid padel has officially arrived in The Hamptons. Finding home at the luxurious Montauk Yacht Club, Privé Padel recently unveiled two state-of-the-art courts equipped with loungers for spectators seeking to soak up the action. Available on a first-priority to club members, public access is also available on a first come, pay-as-you-play basis.
4. La Goulue Sur Mer
Bringing Parisian flair to Southhampton, the Moulin Rouge–inspired brasserie La Goulue Sur Mer has arrived as the latest epicurean hotspot for locals and visitors alike. Featuring a curated menu of classics such as steak frites, salade d’endives au roquefort, confit de canard, and loup de mer Mediterranean served either indoors or on the breezy outdoor patio, a late-night drink menu will also be available Friday and Saturday in the lounge, where a curated list of French and international wines as well as craft cocktails and aperitifs serve as the perfect nightcap.
5. The Parrish Museum
Tucked away amid Water Mill’s lush green landscape, The Parrish Museum is known for hosting exhibitions focused on both contemporary and past talents. Throughout September, three showcases highlight the work of rising artist Raven Halfmoon, Irish painter Sean Scully, and Iranian photographer Shirin Neshat. In these exhibitions, visitors can take in a range of mediums such as Halfmoon’s clay and bronze sculptures which evoke the history and feminism of Indigenous ancestry, Scully’s large-scale geometric canvases which explore his connection to the surrounding area during his career, as well as Neshat’s first museum solo show in the New York area in over 20 years, presenting both her first major photographic works Women of Allah (1993–7), recent projects made on film, and more.
6. Swifty’s at the Hedges Inn
Following the beloved East Hampton’s staple coming under new ownership, a delicious new culinary destination has found home at The Hedges Inn. Known for their buzzy locations in New York City and Palm Beach, guests of their new East Hampton location can expect to feast on dishes which highlight fresh seasonal ingredients, such as jumbo lump crab cakes served with creamed spinach, Lyonnaise potatoes, and house-made tartar sauce and crushed avocado served with espelette, agave house chips, pico de gallo, and Yami’s salsa. To bring an even more elevated dining experience, fresh seasonal florals arranged by florist and Galerie Creative Mind Lewis Miller will join delicate linens by Schumacher adorn each table.
7. Dolce & Gabbana at Gurney’s Resorts
Another exciting pop-up to land at the Montauk staple comes from Dolce & Gabbana, which is staging a blue-and-white fantasy throughout the property. Through September 1, the beach club and lounge will be dressed in hues of the luxury fashion brand’s Blu Mediterraneo print for soaking up the sun in exquisite style. In addition to the outfitted areas, an exclusive pop-up will offer a special selection of Dolce & Gabbana clothing and accessories—ideal for beachgoers seeking the perfect last-minute vacation fit.