Get Ready for the 10th Annual MONTAUK MUSIC FESTIVAL 🎸🎼🎶
In its 10th year, we’re taking the festival to another level. The Montauk Music Festival has become a major, popular supporter of original music; a …more
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Montauk’s 57th Grand Marshal: Gordon Ryan
…by Sue Giustino… If you ask Gordon Ryan how he ended up in Montauk he’ll tell you “It’s because of a car thief,” and then …more
Fishing Montauk with Captain Skip…
Bring in 2019 we’re ready! Just better be as good as 2018!! Granted the offshore Canyon fishing needed some improvement, but inshore fishing was full of …more
Montauk Fire Department Corner
…Photos by Richard Lewin Professional Photography (soniboy@aol.com)… Happy New Year, and welcome to the first edition of the Montauk Fire Department Corner for 2019. My …more
At The Senior Nutrition Center
…by Patria Baradi Pacis… First of all, this writer would like to wish everyone a very Happy New Year! The Senior Nutrition Center has been …more
Color Me Wild
…by Dell Cullum… I recently ran into a friend who was excited to inform me, that he had seen an all black squirrel playing with …more
Fun Facts From This Year’s Lighting Of The Lighthouse
• This was the 10th Anniversary of the Lighting • Estimated over 4,000 attended. • Many tens of thousands will view in the coming …more
About Our Cover
by Ken Giustino This month’s cover, by Dalton Portella, is of the Jetty with model Hailey in a wedding dress…appearing to be an angel …more
Montauk Fire Department Corner
Photos by Richard Lewin Professional Photography (soniboy@aol.com) It’s hard to believe that the holiday season is already here. This month, with it comes some …more
Fishing Montauk with Captain Skip
The 2018 season is winding down,but there are still some fishing to do. The Black Sea Bass and some Cod are out there …more
Fishing Montauk with Captain Skip
We’ve had plenty of good fishing this season and it’s still going on!! The only thing to really complain about is the Fluke fishing. Actually, …more
Montauk Fire Department Corner
Photos by Richard Lewin Professional Photography (soniboy@aol.com) Welcome to this month’s issue of the Montauk Fire Department Corner. I’m sure everyone’s happy to settle into …more
A 9/11 Tribute at Dark Elegy
…by Sue Giustino… September 11th 2018 the Sculpture Garden “Dark Elegy” was open as usual from 10am-12noon- only on this day Cellist Jeanne Fox, a …more
TAUK @Trails End…A New Fall Menu
…by Sue Giustino… After a successful season, TAUK @Trails End is once again planning to stay open in the off season. Chef Joel and his …more
The 6th Montauk Seafood Festival
One of the best ones yet! The new venue at Gurney’s Yacht Club on the Great Lawn was perfect! Thanks for hosting us. Views of …more
PINDAR Vineyard
…by Sue Giustino… In February of 2018 Eric Bilka joined the Pindar ‘Damianos’ family Vineyard. We spoke with him just a few weeks into his …more
A 9/11 Tribute at Dark Elegy
…by Sue Giustino… This September 11th the Sculpture Garden “Dark Elegy” will be open from 10am-12noon as it is every day- only on this day …more
MTK LOBSTER HOUSE
…by Sue Giustino… MONTAUK’S NEWEST fresh and fast casual seafood restaurant Conveniently located in the HEART OF MONTAUK VILLAGE right on Main Street- 2nd floor …more
George’s Lighthouse Cafe Bartender’s Challenge
…by Sue Giustino… On Monday August 20th, Mike at the Lighthouse Café transformed his Café into an arena to crown Montauk’s most versatile, talented bar …more
MONTAUK MUSIC FESTIVAL ROCKS THE LIGHTHOUSE!
…by Ken Giustino… A fundraiser for the Montauk Lighthouse “Montauk Music Festival Rocks the Lighthouse” became a moment in history that won’t soon be forgotten. …more
Montauk Music Festival Rocks the Lighthouse!
Introducing the next Montauk Music Event. On August 25th, the night before the full moon,we will present our first Benefit Concert “Montauk Music Fest Rocks …more
Fishing Montauk with Captain Skip
This 2018 season is in full swing! The action has really heated up for just about all species, both inshore and offshore. After a delayed …more
Thanks for Getting “High” with Us
…by Ryan Diviney… Let’s talk about the big yellow circle floating in the Montauk sky. No, not the sun, the other one that has the …more
What’s New at Westlake Fish House
…by Sue Giustino… Looking for a casual family friendly dining experience while enjoying picturesque Montauk waterside views? Westlake Fish House fits the bill, offering a …more
Surfside Inn…A Quiet Get Away
…by Sue Giustino… “They’ll wine and dine you…and you can even stay the night.” While taking a scenic ride along the ocean on the old …more
BEST STEAK ON THE PLANET
…by Ken Giustino… Looking for exceptional Steak to be delivered to your doorstep? Take a look at New York Prime Beef. Two years ago I …more
MONTAUKET…
It’s Not Just For The Sunsets by Sue Giustino The sun sets every day, yet when we experience them, especially at a prime location, …more
SALTBOX RESTAURANT & BAR
Beckoning Your Palate by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel As you enter the restaurant you are instantly brought into a nautical, chic environment, with clean crisp welcoming …more
CHASE LIEDER: SURFING PRODIGY
…by Suzanne Lieder… The story really begins when Chase was just under two years old. He began riding waves with his little life jacket perched …more
RUSCHMEYERS, MONTAUK…est. 1952
…by Sue Giustino… Looking for a delicious dinner? Weather you dine inside or out, Ruschmeyers offers a lovely setting and an array of tasty meals, …more
NAVY BEACH TO HOST 6TH ANNUAL NAVY SEAL FUNDRAISER
…photos by Stephanie Lewin… Navy Beach is honoring Montauk’s Naval history and continuing its support of the Navy SEAL Foundation to help raise awareness and …more
A NEW CHEF AT SHAGWONG TAVERN
…by Sue Giustino… Shagwong Tavern — a Montauk icon that continues to be the go-to place where locals and visitors are transformed to a time …more
MONTAUK FIRE DEPARTMENT CORNER
…Photos by Richard Lewin Professional Photography (soniboy@aol.com)… Welcome to the June edition of the Montauk Fire Department Corner. I trust everyone is enjoying the spring …more
A TRIBUTE TO ROBERTA GOSMAN DONOVAN
…by Debbie Tuma… St. Therese of Lisieux Roman Catholic Church was packed with present and former waiters, waitresses, bus boys, bartenders and hostesses from Gosman’s …more
FISHING WITH CAPTAIN SKIP
What a crazy spring it’s been for 2018! Thanks to all of the Nor’easters, the rain and clouds, the water temperature is crawling up ever …more
THE MARCH FOR THEIR LIVES
…by Patria Baradi Pacis… On Friday, April 20, a group of about one hundred consisting of students from Montauk and East Hampton High School, their …more
9TH ANNUAL MONTAUK MUSIC FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHT BAND…
THE STURDY SOULS – A Local Favorite and This Year’s Producer’s Choice! by Sue Giustino I’ve always believed that for one to be considered a …more
MONTAUK FIRE DEPARTMENT CORNER
Photos by Richard Lewin Professional Photography (soniboy@aol.com) Welcome to this month’s edition of the Montauk Fire Department Corner. As we know this is the time …more
FISHING MONTAUK with Captain Skip
Finally a break from winter’s relentless grasp! It was like the Nor’easters were never going to quit! Now everyone is scrambling to finish construction projects, …more
1 Drink = 1 Meal…SIMPLE
…by Sue Giustino… Imagine creating a company that is built upon multiple humanitarian and environmentally sound concepts that everyone talks about. Sounds too good …more
A New Chef for TAUK @ Trails End
…by Sue Giustino… Formerly of Nicks, the Manor, and the Dock, Chef Joel is a common face around MTK and well known for his fine …more
Friends of Erin Cocktail Party Honors Kathy Keller
…by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel… Continuing the week long festivities surrounding St. Patrick’s Day, Kathleen (Kathy) Keller, Montauk’s 2018 Grand Marshal, was honored again at an …more
Montauk Fire Department Corner
…Photos by Richard Lewin Professional Photography… Welcome, everyone, to this month’s edition of the Montauk Fire Department Corner. I’m sure you are like me and …more
Fishing Montauk with Captain Skip…
This has been the winter of Nor’easters! Even the first day of spring was like a February day! Seems like one right after the other. …more
Inlet Seafood Restaurant…Dinner with a View
…by Sue Giustino… To me, there’s a welcomed sense of familiarity when we can visit our favorite establishments and experience the friendly service and excellent …more
A New Treasure in Town…The Montauk General Store…
February brought the Grand Opening of a delightful new store in Montauk…The Montauk General Store! When you step into this shop you are surrounded by …more
Pindar Vineyards Introduceas a New Winemaker
…by Sue Giustino… Eric Bilka recently joined the Pindar family and is excited to be a part of the Damianos family Vineyard. He’s looking forward …more
KATHY KELLER TO WEAR THE GREEN
…by Debbie Tuma… As secretary of the Montauk Friends of Erin for the past 17 years, Kathy Keller has helped with numerous St. Patrick’s Day …more
FISHING MONTAUK with Captain Skip…
Well March is here and soon enough it will be time to go fishing again! This winter the water temperature got cold enough for the …more
Fishing Montauk with Captain Skip
If 2018 is going to be anything like 2017, we will be in for some more great fishing action. The action was fantastic right through …more
Montauk Fire Department Corner
Photos by Richard Lewin Professional Photography (soniboy@aol.com) Happy New Year to one and all! I hope everyone had a fun and safe holiday season. I …more
Put On Your “Party Face”
A Preview by Sue Giustino “Put on your Party Face!” How many times has one thought it, heard it whispered, or even mumbled it? Well …more
At The Montauk Playhouse Senior Nutrition Center
by Patria Baradi Pacis November and December Birthday Celebrants The Senior Nutrition Center has been busy the past couple of months. Young at hearts Jean …more
Congratulations Montauk Friends of Erin!
The Montauk Friends of Erin have been marching in the NYC Saint Patrick’s Day Parade since 2004 when they took 1st place in the Fraternal …more
Montauk Fire Department Corner
…Photos by Richard Lewin Professional Photography (soniboy@aol.com) Welcome to this month’s edition of the Montauk Fire Department Corner. I hope that everyone had a safe …more
The Carl Fisher House
…by Sue Giustino After the demolition of the 1927 vintage Tudor house on Essex St., I sadly pondered the history of the lives of its …more
Montauk Brewery’s Fifth Annual “Brewathalon”
…by Lorraine Salvato Better Than Ever!!! Whether you enjoy, physical competition, great beer, the chance to win over 50 great raffle prizes – or just …more
Surfing with Debra Rose
Montauk Surfing and Beyond The opportunity to surf on Thanksgiving, Christmas and even New Year’s is one of the more special reasons for surfing all …more
Fishing Montauk with Captain Skip
by Captain Skip Rudolph Wind,Wind,Wind, and more Wind!! That’s been the story for November. The end of October saw lots of juvenile Striped Bass by …more
Dinner at the Montauk Yacht Club
by Sue Giustino The Montauk Yacht Club – a Montauk Icon, is one of the original Carl Fischer Properties and it still stands regal and …more