Long Island Tea

Happy Holidays Hot Teas! The ladies are back this week with an ExciTEAing remote episode in front of the fireplace at Mirabelle Restaurant and Tavern at Three Village Inn in the heart of Stony Brook Village - the perfect place to embrace the cozy holiday feels this season. They catch up us up on their Thanksgiving experiences (including Sharon's frozen roadtrip), chat about Holiday Events coming up at Mirabelle as well as the rest of Long Island and share some highlights from the 2024 Discover Long Island Tourism Awards Gala!#TasteOfLongIsland Mirabelle Restaurant & Tavern - Known as the Old Homestead, the original structure of Mirabelle at Three Village Inn was built in 1751 by Richard Hallock.Holiday Events (Celebrate Holiday Elegance!)-Santa and Friends Magical Brunch (December 14th, 15th, 21st & 22nd )-Christmas Eve 3 Course Prix Fixe Dinner-New Year’s Eve Gatsby Gala-New Year’s Day BrunchReserve your experience at mirabelleatthreevillageinn.com *You can also find them on our mobile app!* Want to be featured on Taste of Long Island and be featured on our social channels and website? Email us at Spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com#LongIslandLifeNew Blog: Toast National Repeal Day and Long Island History#ChariTEA Anthony Suppa reached out to us to share more about the Frantoni's Restaurant 13th Annual Toys for Tots Fundraiser at Oheka Castle!For the past 13 years, Marine Corps Veteran Anthony Suppa and his team Mike Mistretta , Steve Mistretta and Donna Neuman - owners of Frantoni’s Restaurant on Long Island, have made it their mission to spread joy and generosity during the holiday season. This year, they continue that tradition with the 13th Annual Toys for Tots event, hosted at the renowned Oheka Castle on December 15, 2024, from 12 PM to 3 PM.Learn more/Donate: https://business.syossetchamber.com/ap/Events/Register/VeFGB9xHNCeC9#ThisWeekendOnTheEastEnd Friday, December 13thFriday Night Flights at Corey Creek Tap RoomLongHouse IlluminatedBig Little Holiday Party at East WindSaturday, December 14thNorth Fork Holiday Stroll Meet Santa in Sag Harbor at Long Wharf 3rd Annual Magic of Montauk Holiday Fair at the Village Green 3rd Annual Lighted Boat Parade & Holiday Party in MontaukA Swingin’ Christmas with Louis Prima Jr. & The Witnesses at The Suffolk in Riverhead Sunday, December 15thLI Baroque Ensemble Holiday Performance at North Fork Arts Center in GreenportRockabilly Christmas at The Suffolk in RiverheadChristmas Show at Polish Hall in RiverheadBrunch with Santa at Desmond’s Restaurant at East Wind Long IslandFor more events to check out and detailed info please visit eastendgetaway.comCONNECT WITH US:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longislandteapodcast/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DiscoverLongIslandNYTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longislandteapodcastX(Twitter): https://x.com/liteapodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/longislandteapodcast/DM us on any of our social channels or email spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com to tell us what you want to hear! Whether it is Long Island related or not, the ladies are here to spill some tea with you!Shop Long Island Apparel!shop.discoverlongisland.comBe sure to leave us a 5-star rating and review wherever you’re listening, and screenshot your review for $5 off our Merch (Please email us to confirm)Thanks to our generous sponsor, Sands New York - visit www.sandsnewyork.com for more information

Happy Thanksgiving Hot Teas! This week the ladies are sharing some ExciTEAing places to enjoy Thanksgiving dinner with the family as well as some fun places holding events during the holiday weekend - Not to mention a BEAUTIFUL Taste of Long Island from our friends at Limani Grille in Commack! We've also cracked the code on what to do when AI takes over the world...#TasteOfLongIsland Lily's in Babylon - Traditional American paired with Irish Pub Fare. From bar snacks to entrees, and traditional Irish fare to sandwiches, they’ve got what your palette’s craving! We’re showcasing their Shepards Pie (ground beef, onions, carrots, celery, mashed potatoes, gravy) & The Reuben (thinly sliced corned beef, sauerkraut, 1000 island dressing, Swiss, toasted rye) they are both a Lily's staple & are comfort meals. Check out some upcoming events including Dueling Pianos for Thanksgiving Eve (first come first serve) the Holiday Bash on Dec 1st, Paint Night Dec 16th, & the Breakfast/Lunch with Santa Dec 21st!Check out their catering packages and learn more at lilyflanaganspub.com *You can also find them on our mobile app!*#LongIslandLife -Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade just bought a chic beach house on Long Island — and, no, not in the Hamptons… a $2.6 million beach house in Jamesport!-Del Vino Vineyard, located in the heart of Northport, has been named one of OpenTable’s Top 100 Restaurants in America for the fourth year in a row!New Blog: Skip the Stress: Where to Enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner on Long Island!discoverlongisland.com/blog#TheWeekendOnTheEastEnd Friday, November 29th-Annual Candlelight Tour & Tree Lighting at Southold Historical Maple Lane Complex -County Parlor Holiday Folk Art & Gift Show at Hallockville Museum Farm (All Weekend)-Bonac Festival of Lights in East Hampton (Friday and Saturday)Saturday, November 30th-Sunrise Hi Railers Train Display at The Shoppes at East Wind (All Weekend)-Montauk’s Annual lighting of the Lighthouse-East End Holiday Farmers Market in Riverhead-Saturday Tours at Bedell Cellars-Southampton Christmas Light Parade, Tree Lighting and Fireworks-Riverhead Holiday Light Show at Splish Splash Water Park (All Weekend)-Holiday Wreath Workshop at Corey Creek Tap Room Sunday, December 1st-Santa at Montauk Lighthouse-Brunch with Santa at Desmond’s-Afternoon Tea at The Baker House 1650For more events to check out and detailed info please visit eastendgetaway.comCONNECT WITH US:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longislandteapodcast/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DiscoverLongIslandNYTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longislandteapodcastX(Twitter): https://x.com/liteapodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/longislandteapodcast/DM us on any of our social channels or email spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com to tell us what you want to hear! Whether it is Long Island related or not, the ladies are here to spill some tea with you!Shop Long Island Apparel!shop.discoverlongisland.comCheck out Kristen and Sharon's favorite products on Amazon!amazon.com/shop/discoverlongislandBe sure to leave us a 5-star rating and review wherever you’re listening, and screenshot your review for $5 off our Merch (Please email us to confirm)Thanks to our generous sponsor, Sands New York - visit www.sandsnewyork.com for more information

The Holiday Heat is ON this week on Long Island Tea! We’re so fortunate to welcome Television Star, Cameron Mathison to the show discussing the upcoming Great American Family Christmas Festival coming to The Park at UBS Arena, his vast career in holiday films/soap operas we all know and love, as well as some of his favorite memories from past experiences on Long Island. The ladies chat about some exciting events happening this week as we enter the holiday season and are enjoying a fabulous Taste of Long Island from our friends at Limani Grille in Commack! #TasteOfLongIsland Limani Grille in Commack - Providing customers with the best ingredients, produce, seafood and fish that the world has to offer. All made possible through relationships with purveyors, farmers and fishermen domestically and from the Mediterranean. Give the gift of an unforgettable dining experience this holiday season or even book your team’s holiday party at their beautiful restaurant!Learn more at limanigrille.com *You can also find them on our mobile app!* #LongIslandLife Long Island is hosting the first Great American Christmas Festival, opening this Friday, November 22, at The Park at UBS Arena & we have one of the stars who will be kicking off the event here today to tell us more!Learn more about the festival at theparkatubsarena.com One of Long Island’s most iconic voices — that unmistakable cadence announcing “ron KON ko ma” to Long Island Rail Road passengers — has passed away.Van Ritshie, the Long Island Rail Road voice actor who became a cherished and often mimicked presence for commuters, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 3, following a brief illness, his family announced this week. He was 80 years old.With a five-decade career as a radio personality and voice-over artist, Ritshie’s distinct voice is forever etched into the memories of countless LIRR riders Greenport & Port Jeff listed in TravelMag as most charming towns/villages in NY JONES BEACH MAGIC OF LIGHTS OPENS THIS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22nd Two East End Wineries Receive State AwardsIn recognition of their impactful contributions to New York’s wine industry, Macari Vineyards and Bedell Cellars, two esteemed wineries located on Long Island’s East End, were honored at the New York Wine & Grape Foundation’s 2024 Unity Awards. #ThisWeekendOnTheEastEnd Friday, November 22nd Moondance: The Ultimate Van Morrison Tribute at The Suffolk Riverhead Holiday Light Show Saturday, November 23rd WHB Farmers Market at the Village Green 5th Annual North Fork Festival of TreesFor more details + additional events happening visit eastendgetaway.com CONNECT WITH US:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longislandteapodcast/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DiscoverLongIslandNYTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longislandteapodcastX(Twitter): https://x.com/liteapodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/longislandteapodcast/DM us on any of our social channels or email spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com to tell us what you want to hear! Whether it is Long Island related or not, the ladies are here to spill some tea with you!Shop Long Island Apparel!shop.discoverlongisland.com Check out Kristen and Sharon's favorite products on Amazon!amazon.com/shop/discoverlongisland Be sure to leave us a 5-star rating and review wherever you’re listening, and screenshot your review for $5 off our Merch (Please email us to confirm) Thanks to our generous sponsor, Sands New York - visit www.sandsnewyork.com for more information

IT'S TIMEEEEE! The Queen says it's time and we couldn't agree more - this week the ladies catch up and discuss "slow shopping" as we approach the holiday season. Something else exciting to enjoy around the holidays is our Taste of Long Island by White Post Farms in Melville where you can enjoy a DELICIOUS treat from their market. We of course have some fabulous Long Island Life as well as exciting things to do This Weekend on the East End.#TasteOfLongIsland Soaking up the cozy season with a slice of Pumpkin Bread from our friends at White Post Farms in Melville! Award-Winning & Farm-Made pies on premises that can be shipped anywhere - Perfect for a corporate, family/friend or teacher gift - or to bring to a holiday house party! Take the family to enjoy a great day at the farm and experience meeting the Giraffes, Ronnie’s Birdie Landing, Magic Shows, Pony Rides and so much more! They also offer birthday parties and were voted ‘Best of LI” for Long Island’s Best Farms - Learn more at whitepostfarms.com *You can also find them on our mobile app!* #LongIslandLife PSEG Long Island Raises Thousands Of Dollars For Breast CancerA walk was held at Jones Beach State Park to support the American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. The event topped $70,000 in donations!Long Island Wine Country Legacy Dinner to Celebrate Bedell FamilyLong Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame sets 20th anniversary 'Holiday Celebration'New Blog: Seasonal Slices and a Glass of Wine: Fall's Best Wine Pairings-Head on over to Melville and pick up a pie at White Post Farms. Their pumpkin pie won a National Pie Contest Award in 2017! Pairs well with Peconic Bay Vineyards Chardonnay 2022.-Stop by Pietros in East Meadow for the best SQUASH PIZZA SLICE this season! Pairs well with McCall 2014 Hillside Pinot Noir.-Enjoy Apple Pie from Harbes Orchard pairs well with Sparkling Pointe 2019 BrutRead more at discoverlongisland.com/blog #ThisWeekendOnTheEastEnd Friday, November 15thTruman Capote’s “The Thanksgiving Visitor” at Southampton Arts Center 7pSaturday, November 16thWHB Farmers Market at the Village Green 9a-1pTruman Capote’s “The Thanksgiving Visitor” at Southampton Arts Center 2pThe Great American Soulbook at The Suffolk 8-10pSunday, November 17thHoliday Princess Tea Party at the Sea Star Ballroom 10aTruman Capote’s “The Thanksgiving Visitor” at Southampton Arts Center 2pSome Enchanted Evening at Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center 8pFor more events to check out and detailed info please visit eastendgetaway.comCONNECT WITH US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longislandteapodcast/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DiscoverLongIslandNYTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longislandteapodcastX(Twitter): https://x.com/liteapodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/longislandteapodcast/ DM us on any of our social channels or email spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com to tell us what you want to hear! Whether it is Long Island related or not, the ladies are here to spill some tea with you! Shop Long Island Apparel!shop.discoverlongisland.comCheck out Kristen and Sharon's favorite products on Amazon!amazon.com/shop/discoverlongislandBe sure to leave us a 5-star rating and review wherever you’re listening, and screenshot your review for $5 off our Merch (Please email us to confirm)Thanks to our generous sponsor, Sands New York - visit www.sandsnewyork.com for more information

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY HOT TEAS! We are so excited and proud to have been spilling all the #LongIslandTea with each and every one of you for FOUR YEARS… to celebrate the ladies are indulging in Apple Cider Donuts and Wine from Harbes Family Farm and Vineyard + Michael has some fun trivia for both our hosts and listeners on some of the highlights/most fun moments from over the last year. We also are excited to announce an exciting new partnership with East End Getaway transforming our weekend events segment to “This Weekend on the East End!” To make this episode even better… WE HAVE NEW MERCH!!! Check out our brand-new winter essentials at shop.discoverlongisland.com also... we are paying tribute this week to Peanut #IYKYK#TasteOfLongIslandNot only is it the 4 Year Anniversary of the Long Island Tea Podcast, it’s also the 35th Anniversary of Harbes Family Farm in Mattituck!We’re celebrating with some delicious seasonal apple cider donuts from their farmstand and some bubbly Blanc De Blancs from Harbes Vineyard - Using only estate Chardonnay grapes, this sparkling wine was produced using the traditional méthode champenoise. Absolutely delicious with wonderful pear aromas and small pearlescent bubbles this wine has a refined mouth feel and a refreshingly dry finish. Awarded gold at the 2022 New York Wine Classic.Take advantage of the farm for the rest of the fall season (private birthday party bookings available and for school field trips!) and enjoy 3 for $20 or even 5 for $30 Tastings at the vineyard! Learn more at harbesfamilyfarm.com *You can also find them on our mobile app!* Want to be featured on Taste of Long Island and be featured on our social channels and website? Email us at Spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com#LongIslandLifeWe’re proud to announce our newest segment and sponsor, East End Getaway showcasing all of our good friends on the East End of beautiful Long Island. Each week we’ll be bringing you all of the most exciting events to experience out east from vineyards to theaters to hotels - Here is what is happening #ThisWeekendOnTheEastEndFriday, November 8thSlam Poetry at Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center 7pFish & Sips at Long Island Aquarium 7-10:30pThe Four Horseman at The Suffolk 8-10pSaturday, November 9thWesthampton Beach Farmers Market at the Village Green 9a-1pBad Animals: The Heart Tribute at The Suffolk Theater 8-10pSunday, November 10thLI Bridal Expo at the Long Island Aquarium 12-3:30pFunny Women of a Certain Age at The Suffolk 2-4pFor more events to check out and detailed info please visit eastendgetaway.comCONNECT WITH US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longislandteapodcast/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DiscoverLongIslandNYTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longislandteapodcastX(Twitter): https://x.com/liteapodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/longislandteapodcast/ DM us on any of our social channels or email spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com to tell us what you want to hear! Whether it is Long Island related or not, the ladies are here to spill some tea with you! Shop Long Island Apparel!shop.discoverlongisland.comCheck out Kristen and Sharon's favorite products on Amazon!amazon.com/shop/discoverlongislandBe sure to leave us a 5-star rating and review wherever you’re listening, and screenshot your review for $5 off our Merch (Please email us to confirm)Thanks to our generous sponsor, Sands New York - visit www.sandsnewyork.com for more information

HAPPY HALLOWEEN HOT TEAS! We're in the Spooky Spirit today in the studio with our HORRIFIC Decor including a surprise appearance from Michael Myers but fear not, our sweet tooth is in for a TREAT with a special Taste of Long Island from Disset Chocolate! The ladies chat about Kristen's recent travels which of course includes some chaotic stories, some must-do events this week as well as the tea on the final episodes of the Golden Bachelorette.#TasteOfLongIsland Trick or Treating today with our friends at Disset Chocolate in Cutchogue! Their seasonal and holiday collections are famous spanning from chocolate bars, BonBons, BonBars, Hot Chocolate Bombs and even Chocolate PAINTINGS you can make at a Disset Workshop! (Every Saturday or Private with Booking!)Learn more and order yours today at dissetchocolate.com *You can also find them on our mobile app!*#LongIslandLife Halloween Happenings on Long Island! (Thursday October 31st)Haunted Encounters: A Magic Halloween Show at Theatre ThreeHalloween Adult Skate Night United Skates of AmericaDave & Boo-ster’s At Dave & Buster’s IslandiaCheck out so many more at discoverlongisland.com/events or our mobile appNot only is it Halloween this week, it’s also Diwali and Day of the Dead! Don’t miss some exciting happenings with our partners including: **DIWALI Celebration at the Curry Club at Saghar on Friday, November 1st**Day of the Dead Celebrations at Besito (Fri & Sat) (All Locations)**Dia De Los Muertos Day of the Dead Celebration at The Clubhouse and RGNY Wine on November 2ndNEW BLOG: Exploring Suffolk County's Many Parks! Includes options for Hiking, Fishing, Hunting and Camping! Today we’ll talk about Hiking for Fall Foliage:WestBlydenburgh County Park, SmithtownLakeland County Park, IslandiaCentralCordwood Landing, Miller PlaceTerrell River County Park, Center MorichesEast EndCranberry Bog Nature Preserve, RiverheadSears Bellows County Park, Hampton BaysRead more at discoverlongisland.com/blog or Tap Into Adventure with our Discover Long Island Mobile App to see what is near you!CONNECT WITH US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longislandteapodcast/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DiscoverLongIslandNYTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longislandteapodcastX(Twitter): https://x.com/liteapodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/longislandteapodcast/ DM us on any of our social channels or email spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com to tell us what you want to hear! Whether it is Long Island related or not, the ladies are here to spill some tea with you! Shop Long Island Apparel!shop.discoverlongisland.comCheck out Kristen and Sharon's favorite products on Amazon!amazon.com/shop/discoverlongislandBe sure to leave us a 5-star rating and review wherever you’re listening, and screenshot your review for $5 off our Merch (Please email us to confirm)Thanks to our generous sponsor, Sands New York - visit www.sandsnewyork.com for more information