Fresh Flavors Straight from the Seaside

Coastal flavors meet effortless elegance in these selections from The Hamptons: Food, Family, and History cookbook. From a lightly crisp, zesty seafood dish that redefines fried fish to a sun-kissed blueberry dessert, the recipes perfectly capture the breezy, laid-back luxury of Atlantic Coast cooking. Together, they’ll make any table feel like a summer escape—no beach house required.

Enjoy guilt-free fried fish with this healthier take that’s bursting with zesty flavors.

Colorful summer berries and buttery crunch make this dessert a dinner party all-star.

Recipes excerpted from The Hamptons: Food, Family, and History by Ricky Lauren. Rizzoli New York, 2025. Photography by Anne Stratton.