Let’s Go To Main Street, Southampton, NY
If you’ve heard of the Hamptons you have probably planned a stop in the village of Southampton, NY. Logistically, it’s like the epicenter of the area.
Southampton has a long history beginning in 1640. It is the oldest English settlement in New York State. And their history is well-preserved by the Southampton Historical Society. There you will find a one-room schoolhouse, an old barn, and some very interesting facts about the area, on this property. It’s located on Old Meetinghouse Lane.
The village of Southampton has a quaint family feel within its boundaries. From the tree-lined streets and older well-kept homes to the many businesses that have been around for, it seems, as long as the village itself. And it’s full of charm.
It’s a year-round community that continues to thrive. And it’s built on centuries of hard-working families, that stay the course. It’s old money mixed with new blood. That’s what feeds the growth creating the strong bones of Southampton, NY.
A vegan in Southampton
Although Southampton takes pride in its history, it’s open to positive change, too. And The Hamptons Vegan was happy to find a welcome mat for vegans in some of the establishments in the area!
But, of course, we hope to see more in the future. Yet, we are excited to share with you the inviting shops and restaurants we did discover. Come on, let’s go!
The first stop is near Main Street, Southampton
So even before arriving on Main Street, you should stop for a breakfast bagel, with one of the delicious vegan cream cheeses. It’s the original Goldberg’s Bagels on County Road 39. And they are fantastic! So we’ll show you a taste:
Then swinging back on County Road 39/Route 27 (the Sunrise Highway) you will see an inviting sign for Saaz. Vegans (and everyone else) can find enjoyable choices here at Saaz Indian Cuisine. Because their extensive vegan options impress!
Then just down the road, at 20 Hampton Road, you will see the big white building belonging to Citarella Gourmet Market. And you must pop in for a wide selection of vegan-friendly items.
Because the choices, the choices!
And look what we discovered from Southampton’s own: Tate’s Bakery! A vegan cookie!!
On Main Street Southampton
So after tearing ourselves away from all the yummy bagels at Goldberg’s, all the entrees at Saaz, all the selections at Citarella’s, plus those Tate’s vegan cookies, we finally make it to Main Street, Southampton. And we are not disappointed at what we find for vegans. So let’s start with the Golden Pear Cafe, a business that’s been satisfying customers since 1987.
We’ll have the Water Mill, please! And look at these mouth-watering wraps:
Meanwhile, check out this great juice store…The Juice Press. And zoom in to see their shout-out to GMOs. LOL (Love it)
Next, head over to the Second Nature Market, at 70 Main Street Southampton for a must-stop on your stroll. Because their choice of food, juices, supplements, skin, and body care products is extensive. And many of them are vegan. So stock up!
How about these Alternative Baking Company’s vegan cookies?
And check out the selections of juices and smoothies!
Well, we’d love to check out more of what Southampton has to offer. However, the day is winding down and it’s time for dinner and the cocktail hour. So we’re heading over to 75 Main for a bite to eat, and a creative libation.
Mr. Rogers was right!
It’s been a beautiful day in the neighborhood! And we will have to return again soon to see what else we can find for our vegan family and friends. Until next time!
P.S. If you can’t spend the day in Southampton, you can still create a vegan gourmet meal where you are.
So how about our Elegant Eggplant Parmesan or our Posh Pesto with pasta? And accompany one of these with our Especially Espresso Chocolate Cake topped with our Bougie Brown Sugar Frosting. Because you can have a delicious night, right at home!
And that’s how vegan living is done in the Hamptons!
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