Foodstuffs: Curated Dinner Fun, Garden Clambake, The Bird Is Back, Olympic Specials and More

A Curated Dinner at Wölffer Estate Vineyard

On July 24, a curated dinner, “Summer Harvest: Grilling With Roman Meets Tieghan Gerard of Half Baked Harvest” took place at the celebrated winery Wölffer Estate Vineyard in Sagaponack and featured a menu curated by culinary sensation Tieghan Gerard of Half Baked Harvest.

This special edition of “Grilling With Roman” featured fresh, local produce and a farm-to-table, Half Baked Harvest inspired menu, paired with Wölffer wines, including the newly released Summer in a Bottle, celebrating its 10th anniversary.

Tieghan Gerard is the creative genius behind Half Baked Harvest with over 5.5 million followers, including celebrity fans like Blake Lively, Emma Roberts, Jennifer Garner and Gigi Hadid. She knows how to turn ordinary moments into extraordinary culinary adventures and is also a New York Times #1 Best Selling Author.

Clambake in the Garden

LDV at The Maidstone will host a traditional summer clambake in the garden on Sunday, August 4, from 3 to 9 p.m. Guests can feast on a spread of lobster, clams, shrimp, sausage, corn, potatoes, coleslaw, fruit and desserts. They can also enjoy a complimentary welcome glass of rosé from the Wölffer Estate wine truck and cigars in the back garden from Civil Pleasures.

Tickets are $120 per person, excluding tax, gratuity and beverages. Visit themaidstone.com/restaurant/ for information or call 631-324-5006. The Maidstone is at 207 Main Street, East Hampton.

Olympic Specials

Honest Man Properties, Nick & Toni’s, Rowdy Hall and Townline BBQ are all offering a special cocktail for the Olympics. “The Opening Ceremony” will be available during the Olympic games and features Jean-Yves Perard Champagne Brut NV, Lillet Blanc, Angostura bitters, Demerara and a lemon rind.

Michelin-starred Le Jardinier Comes East

The French-inspired Michelin-starred Le Jardinier is bringing its Manhattan oasis to the East End this month with two events — a St. Tropez-inspired pop-up brunch at The Surf Lodge in Montauk and with Amber Waves Farm’s Third Annual Summer Hoedown Fundraiser in Amagansett.

First up on Sunday, August 4, at 11 a.m., guests and visitors of The Surf Lodge will be transported to the south of France as they experience “A Day in St. Tropez.” A special menu will be featured from Le Jardinier by The Bastion Collection and will be paired with a selection of rosés from Chateau d’Esclans, the innovative wine-making estate nestled in the heart of Provence.

The menu, crafted by Le Jardinier’s executive chef Andrew Ayala, The Bastion Collection’s executive pastry Chef Salvatore Martone and chef de cuisine Felipe Botero from Le Jardinier Houston at the Museum of Fine Arts Houston, will feature rosé pairings and favorites made with locally sourced ingredients, including a salad “niçoise” with bluefin tuna confit, grilled Montauk bass and a local roasted peach dish. The Surf Lodge is at 183 Edgemere Street in Montauk. Reserve a brunch reservation on Resy.

On Friday, August 16, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. the team at Le Jardinier will be the culinary partner for Amber Waves’ Third Annual Summer Hoedown Fundraiser. All proceeds from the event will benefit the nonprofit organization, whose mission is to provide rich educational opportunities in agriculture for aspiring growers, thoughtful cooks, and eaters of all ages.

The fundraiser will include Michelin-starred bites from Le Jardinier, local beverages, live music and a silent auction. Amber Waves Farm is at 367 Main Street in Amagansett. For tickets, visit amberwavesfarm.org.

The Bird Is Back

The Bird (formerly Bird on The Roof) is a Montauk staple in the heart of the hamlet, open daily for brunch, lunch and now dinner (Wednesday through Saturday). Last season, the restaurant reopened with refreshed interiors by Home Studios. Celebrating the legacy of the 40-year-old beloved Montauk establishment, the design offers a familial sense of warmth and hospitality woven throughout the experience.

Chef Marcos Martinez Perez has returned to create menus reflective of the updated interiors. Daytime offerings include favorites such as soft scramble toast topped with young burrata, shakshuka, and buttermilk pancakes with fresh fruit. Dinner highlights feature dishes like green curry with tofu, roasted baby zucchini, and Brussels sprouts; Passionfruit tuna tartare; and cantina mussels served in a warm broth of shallots, garlic, lime, cilantro, chorizo and corona beer.

Prior to joining The Bird, Chef Marcos worked at East End hot spots such as Rosies and Carissa’s. New this summer, the restaurant is offering a three-course price fix menu which includes a choice of one appetizer, one entree and one dessert in addition to a group dinner option, Flock Night, which includes a family-style meal of three appetizers, three entrees and dessert for groups of 6 or more.

In addition to seasonal dishes curated by Chef Marcos, for the summer season, The Bird welcomed bar manager Travis Slocum, an up-and-coming Filipino-African American bartender and sommelier. His cocktails are renowned for their unique blend of elevated and cultural flavors, using fresh and sustainable ingredients. A new standout on the menu is The Bird Cage, featuring Smith and Cross Rum, Tequila Blanco, Chinola, Velvet Falernum, Grilled Pineapple Gomme, Lime, Spirulina, and Angostura Bitters, smoked in a birdcage.

This summer, The Bird is hosting a rotating roster of live music every weekend Thursday to Sunday, along with Trivia Night every Thursday at 7 p.m. Additionally, every Saturday night from 9 p.m. to midnight, The Bird transforms into The Birdhouse, a swanky speakeasy featuring live music and specialty cocktails.

On Friday, August 9, from 9 to 11 p.m., The Bird will present “Buy Me Dinner First Comedy,” an evening of live music, live comedy (with comedians from Netflix, HBO, SNL and more), a family-style three-course meal from The Bird and drinks all night. Tickets are $140. Visit birdontheroof.com or call 631-668-5833 for details. The Bird is at 47 South Elmwood Avenue, Montauk.

Upscale Mexican in Southampton Village

El Verano is an upscale Mexican restaurant in Southampton Village owned by Chef Julian Medina and partner Meghan Manzi. The concept is inspired by the summer houses in Mexico which are considered escape destinations for residents of Mexico City.

Chef Julian is also the chef and owner behind New York City modern Mexican dining spots like including Toloache, Coppelia, Tacuba Cantina Mexicana, La Chula Taqueria, El Fish Marisqueria, El Verano, Soledad and Amarena. He brings his expertise to the Hamptons with El Verano which is inspired by his childhood summers spent with family in Cuernavaca and Valle de Bravo, and serves as a haven for those seeking an elevated dining experience celebrating the rich traditions of Mexican cuisine.

“Until now, Southampton lacked a high-end Mexican dining option, leaving a void for food enthusiasts seeking authentic and sophisticated Mexican flavors,” says Chef Julian. “El Verano rises to the occasion, providing a refined yet inviting atmosphere where guests can indulge in a memorable culinary experience and also feel like they are on a relaxing vacation in Mexico. The restaurant's arrival is a testament to Southampton’s evolving food scene and its demand for diverse, quality driven dining options.”

The menu is a culinary journey that celebrates the vibrant flavors, colors, and aromas of Mexico. El Verano’s ever-evolving menu of classic Mexican fare now includes dishes topped with Chef Julian’s very own new caviar line, Camp Caviar. Menu highlights include: El Verano Platter (seafood tower) — oysters, clams, lobster aguachile ceviche toro taquitos, Camp Caviar, shrimp cocktail; El Camp Avocado Toast — smashed avocado, creme fraiche, Osetra caviar, chives; Sea Bass Sarandeado — grilled whole boneless black sea bass adobado, salsa verde, tortillas for tacos; Carnitas de Pato — Long Island slow-roasted duck carnitas, tamarind chocolate habanero glaze, butterhead lettuce for tacos.

Complementing the food menu is an selection of tequilas and signature Mexican cocktails like Chefs Margarita (Casa Dragones Blanco and Casa Lotos Sotol, tangerine, Aperol, chiltepin, lime) and Mezcalita de Cereza (pistachio infused mezcal, cointreau, amarena cherries, lime, aquafaba and Camp Caviar).

El Verano is at 10 Windmill Lane in Southampton. Visit elveranony.com for details.

Time for Taco Tuesday!

Every Tuesday through August, Navy Beach in Montauk is offering Taco Tuesday with a special taco selection for lunch and dinner. The offerings include: Lobster taco hand roll with sushi rice, nori, avocado, sriracha mayo ($14); fish taco with mahi and mango salsa ($12); miso-smoked pulled pork taco ($10). Pricing is per taco, people can order as many as they like.

Also on the menu are drink specials including regular or spicy house margaritas for $12 and Modelo drafts for $5.

Navy Beach is at 16 Navy Road in Montauk. Visit navybeach.com/montauk or call 631-668-6868 for more information.