The July Menu: Hamptons Summer! 5 recipes, prep lists, grocery lists & wine pairings

I just got back from the most wonderful two-week vacation in East Hampton, New York, where I found myself inspired every single day by the food. Between farm stands overflowing with peak summer produce, fresh seafood, and long evenings cooking for my family, I couldn’t stop thinking about how special simple seasonal ingredients can be.

At first, I wasn’t sure if a Hamptons-inspired menu would feel too niche, but after spending two weeks as the unofficial private chef for my family, I realized it’s really about celebrating the best of summer. You don’t need to live in the Hamptons to enjoy beautiful local produce, fresh herbs, and a few slightly bougie ingredients that make a meal feel extra special.

So that’s exactly what this month’s menu is: fresh, seasonal, simple, and just a little indulgent. It’s elegant without being fussy, impressive without being difficult, and every recipe can be recreated wherever you call home this summer.

Tuna Tartare with Crispy Capers & Kettle-Cooked Potato Chips

Peach, Corn & Cucumber Summer Salad with Basil & Mint

Heirloom Tomato Salad with Truffle Whipped Goat Cheese

Grilled Beef Tenderloin with Corn, Crab and Chives

Grilled Angel Food Cake with Macerated Berries & Fresh Whipped Cream

As always, the full booklet with all five recipes, wine pairings, make-ahead timelines, substitutions, and your complete grocery list is exclusive to my paid members! I hope you join the table!!!