East End Taste

If you're planning an event in the Hamptons, one of the first questions you're likely to have is: How much does an event planner cost? Credit: JT Santini The short answer is that event planning fees in the Hamptons can range from a few thousand dollars for coordination of a relatively straightforward event to $25,000 or considerably more for full-service planning and production of a complex celebration. The Hamptons is a unique events market. A dinner for 40 guests at a private residence can...

A destination wedding can be one of the most memorable ways to celebrate a marriage. Credit: GianCarlo Devita Films Whether you are gathering family and friends at a seaside resort in Europe, a vineyard in Mexico, a Caribbean hideaway, or a private property farther afield, the appeal is easy to understand: an extraordinary setting, several days together, and an experience that feels more like a journey than a single event. The planning, however, can become complicated quickly. Different time...

As the season shifts toward slower dinners, richer flavors and evenings gathered around the table, Sauvignon Blanc offers an unexpectedly elegant counterpoint to autumn cooking. Credit: Cloudy Bay Its brightness and natural acidity can lift everything from buttery seafood and roasted vegetables to creamy sauces and slow-cooked meats, bringing freshness to dishes that might otherwise feel overly rich. Nikolai St George, Winemaking Director at Cloudy Bay, shares his approach to fall pairings,...