Long Island Tea

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

The Fall Season is NOT over yet Hot Teas... this week our producer and Social/Digital Content Manager, Michael D. Magaraci is guest cohosting while Kristen is away. He is sharing October events you haven't missed yet here on Long Island as well as exciting things happening for DLI's social channels! We also showcase Village Therapy Wellness in Babylon as our Taste of Long Island and hear all the tea about the brand-new "Joker" film...#TasteOfLongIsland Tranquil Tote from Village Therapy Wellness in Babylon - Their mission is to help you foster your journey towards emotional and physical wellness! They offer a safe, supportive and comfortable environment where you can feel free to be your true self and work on healing your body and mind. They offer therapy for children, teens and adults From stress, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, conflict resolution, infertility grief they are here to help anyone no matter the issue at hand.Don’t miss their Clay and Meditation event on November 21st!You can book a free 15 minute consultation with one of their staff members + learn more at villagetherapywellness.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.comGIVEAWAY ALERT: You have one more week to show us your best Fall Porch and/or Halloween Decor and you can win 2 Spill The Tea Hoodies & How You Doin’ Mugs! Enter by following us on Instagram & TikTok - @longislandteapodcast Fall Long Island Restaurant Week is Here! We have a new blog showcasing some of our partners who are participating - running this Sunday, 10/25-11/3-Prime 1024 - Roslyn -Shandon Court - East Islip-Limani Grille - Commack-Arlo Kitchen and Bar - North Port-Mirabelle at Three Village Inn - Stony Brook-Bayberry - Islip-The James - BabylonRead more at discoverlongisland.com/blog or Tap Into Eat with our Discover Long Island Mobile App to see what is near you!!Check out or brand-new "October Events You Haven't Missed Yet" TikTok @discoverlongisland to see a full list of last-minute fall festivities to close out October!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

We've been all over the place and the schedule has been so crazy that you can just stick us out with the Halloween decorations! This week we're chatting about more exciting things happening this season, sipping some delicious Long Island Wine with a Taste of LI from Raphael Vineyards and giving two lucky Hot Teas a chance to win some merch!#TasteOfLongIsland 2019 Raphael Vineyards Cabernet Franc Reserve - The 2019 vintage recently won best red in the state at the 2024 New York Wine Classic. It also marks 25 years in business for Raphael. Pairs well with duck breast, delicata squash and more!Join their wine club and enjoy membership benefits including being the first to receive their limited, handcrafted wines at a 20% discount, automatically shipped to you four times per year.The tasting room is open all season and you can learn more about how to book an event or purchase a bottle at raphaelwine.com#LongIslandLifeGIVEAWAY ALERT: Celebrate SWEATA WEATHA & Show us your best Fall Porch and/or Halloween Decor and you can win 2 Spill The Tea Hoodies & How You Doin’ Mugs! Enter by following us on Instagram & TikTok - @longislandteapodcast Check out our New Blog: “Luxury Travel Guide to Long Island”Stay in a Luxury Hotel!-Oheka Castle - Huntington-Montauk Manor Resort - Montauk-Topping Rose House - Bridgehampton -Hotel Moraine - Greenport& more!Karen Sullivan from The Wellness Stop reached out because she’s taking part in The Long Island Film Premiere of the “M Factor Screening & Wellness Showcase” at Regal Cinemas in Deer Park Tanger Outlets. “Shredding the Silence on Menopause" Includes: Panel discussion from wellness experts, a wellness showcase, shopping opportunities, mix and mingle and a swag bag! They are offering our listeners and followers a discount: You can use code “LIT10” They will receive $10 off the ticket price of $45! Get tickets here: https://intentionallivingmagazine.com/the-m-factor-shredding-the-silence-on-menopause/#ThisWeekendOnLongIsland Friday, October 18th-Last chance to enjoy LI Oyster Week (Ends on Sunday)Saturday, October 19th-Pindar Fall Harvest Festival-Halloween Fest - Riverhead-Port Jefferson Oktoberfest & Chowder Crawl-Hempstead Lake Fall Family Fishing Festival-Breakfast with Bluey at Lily’s BabylonSunday, October 20th-Northport Halloween Hayride 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

How is everyone enjoying the Fall season so far?? This week we have Discover Long Island’s International Sales Representative, Alfredo Gonzalaz joining the fun to fill in for Kristen – he shares the exciting highlights of the American Cup hosted right here on Long Island, fun new things to look forward to in general as a destination and so much more! We’re also sipping some local cider from our friends at the Riverhead Ciderhouse to keep up the autumn spirit. Be sure to check out some great events here on LI for Hispanic Heritage Month and the rest of the season!!#TasteOfLongIsland Riverhead Ciderhouse is the perfect place to enjoy the Fall Season - From classic apple blends to innovative fruit-infused concoctions, their ciders are the perfect companions for every palate. Every sip is a journey through New York’s orchards, just for you! From brain-bending Trivia Nights to the toe-tapping tunes of Dueling Pianos and amazing Live Music, their events are not to be missed.Learn more at riverheadcider.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#LongIslandLifeCheck out our new blog: Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice: Where to Find LI's Best Pumpkin Drinks-Pickin’ Pumpkins Pumpkin Ale from Long Island Farm Brewery in Manorville-Pumpkin Pie Cider from Riverhead Ciderhouse in Riverhead-NOFO Pumpkin Ale from Riverhead Brew House in Riverhead-Pumpkin Beer Tasting Flights at Tap RoomHispanic Heritage Month! Check out these great events to celebrate the Hispanic Culture here on Long Island:9/27: Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration in Huntington Station (Just Passed)Now-10/13: Hispanic Heritage Month Family Craft Activities at Cradle of Aviation Museum10/12: Los Lobos at Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center10/14: Disney Encanto Sing-Along Live at The Staller Center10/18: Marco Antonio Solis at UBS Arena#ThisWeekendOnLongIslandFriday, October 4thHamptons International Fim Festival Kicks Off (Runs through 10/20)Haunted Tree House Days at Long Island Aquarium Start (Weekends in October)Saturday, October 5thConnetquot River State Park Preserve Centennial CelebrationGreenport Skate Park Sk8tober ContestOKTOBERFEST at Reflextions RiverheadCONNECT 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

We’re walking our Hot Teas through the beautiful gardens of The Meadow Club in Port Jefferson Station this week! One of Long Island’s most sought after event venues where you can have the wedding/corporate or private event of your dreams - The ladies chat with Indu Kaur who owns the venue with her sister Kiran and they share their amazing story + we of course have some more tea on where to spend your fall season here on Long Island with some piping hot #CelebriTEA on new shows including Dancing with the Stars and the Golden Bachelorette!#TasteOfLongIslandKiran and Indu took over ownership of The Meadow Club in 2014, - Jerry, the original owner, envisioned a fantasy garden venue where brides could feel like princesses & Shared his dream over a glass of wine, wishing to see it fulfilled before his passing.The Meadow Club continues to serve the community, offering an elegant, rejuvenated space for weddings and events, ensuring that dreams can still come true despite adversity.Learn more on how to book your dream event at themeadowclub.com *You can also find them on our mobile app!*Check out Indu & Kiran’s podcast, “Sisters in Hospitality”#LongIslandLifeDiscover Long Island has been nominated for Best CVB with the Smart Meetings 2024 Platinum Choice Awards! Visit smartmeetings.com/awards to cast your vote for free - Submissions end on September 30th! Vote Here: https://www.smartmeetings.com/awards/164187/2024-platinum-choice-awards-voting?snoball_referral=a0Dw&snoball_referral_media=emailNew Blog: Fall Festivals to Attend on Long Island! Many have already happened but you still have time to attend:-Sag Harbor American Music Festival (September 26th-29th)-Famous Food Festival - Tanger Outlets Deer Park (October 11th)-Mill Neck Manor Apple Festival (October 12th)Read more at discoverlongisland.com/blog#ThisWeekendOnLongIslandFriday, September 27thLong Island Wine Country- LIWC Race for the Greenway 5K Run/WalkSaturday, September 28thTap Room Pumpkin Fest 2024 (All locations)Riverhead Brew House Fall Festival Jelly Roll: Beautifully Broken Tour at UBS Arena43rd Annual Hallockville Country Fair at Hallockville Museum FarmOktoberfest at Adelphi University Sunday, September 30th The Oakdale Brew House- First Annual OktoberfestCanoe Place Inn & Cottages - Tastes of Two Seasons Live Music BrunchThe Shoppes at East Wind- Wading River Shoreham Chamber Fall FestivalCONNECT 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