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July 23, 2016

James Beard Foundation Toasts To Chef John Besh During Hamptons Chefs & Champagne®

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The sweltering heat didn’t stop over 1,000 guests from gathering at Wölffer Estate Vineyard in Sagaponack to honor multiple James Beard Foundation Award-winning chef, author and restaurateur John Besh during the James Beard Foundation’s 26th annual Chefs & Champagne®.
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An Audi RS 7 greeted guests
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Wölffer Estate Winemaker and Partner Roman Roth
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Watermelon-Feta Salad with Maille Mustard
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James Young, Will Horowitz of Ducks Eatery and Harry & Ida’s, and Kent Levan
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Dean James Max prepares Nantucket Oysters with a Uni Vinaigrette
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Melissa Ferrie and Alexia Billiart
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Nicole O’Donnell and Damien O’Donnell of Harbor Bistro
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Brie Conway shows off Wölffer’s Finca Rose
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Aarón Sanchez and honoree John Besh
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Ralph Perrazzo (right) of BBD’s – Beers, Burgers, Desserts with his crew
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Sherry Yard displays her dessert
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Participating chefs with honoree John Besh and James Beard Foundation President Susan Ungaro
(Photo: Mark Von Holden/Invision for James Beard Foundation/AP Images)

Wölffer Estate General Manager Max Rohn, with James Beard Foundation Scholarship Winners Evelyn Q. Grant and Christina Cassel, honoree John Besh, James Beard Foundation President Susan Ungaro, Champagne Barons de Rothschild Managing Director Frédéric Mairesse, and Wölffer Estate Winemaker and Partner Roman Roth
(Photo: Nicole Barylski)

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Now, with the growth of Lily Pond Group, he’s expanding that vision far beyond the bottle. Influenced by years spent in the Hamptons’ uniquely relaxed and refined culture, Jesse’s approach to brand-building is all about capturing a feeling: the blend of ease, taste, and connection that defines a perfect summer day out East.⁠
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With Lily Pond Group’s emerging portfolio—including Hampton Water, Five Springs, and Mezcal Mezul—Jesse is shaping brands that stand for more than just good drinks. They’re grounded in storytelling, authenticity, and community, with the kind of cultural resonance that turns a product into a lifestyle.⁠
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Jesse spoke more about how he got started, how the Hamptons informed his approach, and what he sees on the horizon for the next generation of lifestyle brands.⁠
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When did you come up with the concept for Hampton Water and decide to move forward with it?⁠
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JB: We saw an opportunity to change the narrative around rosé and the idea of “rosé season.” We wanted something sophisticated but still fun and easygoing, something that reflected the lifestyle we love. When we connected with Gérard Bertrand, it all clicked. The quality in the juice matched the story we wanted to tell, and that’s when we knew we had something special.⁠
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  • Pitch Your Peers (PYP) Hamptons Chapter, a philanthropy initiative, awarded two local non-profits at its 3rd annual Pitch Day on October 25th at Scoville Hall in Amagansett. Philanthropic women from the community are the driving force behind PYP The Hamptons. They identify and champion local non-profits that qualify for its annual collective grant. The grant pool for 2025 was $60,000. ⁠
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PYP Members identified and pitched local organizations to be considered for their grant on Pitch Day on October 25th. Members voted, and this year’s first-place award of $50,000 was presented to The Retreat, while a second-place award of $10,000 was presented to Share the Harvest Farm. ⁠
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  • What began as a shared dream between two young farming apprentices has grown into a year-round nonprofit that feeds, teaches, and welcomes thousands of people each season. Today, co-founders Amanda Merrow and Katie Baldwin continue to nurture the land while carrying out their mission to educate and inspire through food and farming.⁠
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From securing ownership of their farmland to expanding their programs, opening a year-round market, and welcoming visitors to explore the property, Amber Waves has become an essential piece of the East End’s agricultural and cultural landscape. Amanda and Katie spoke about their journey, the mission that continues to guide them, and the vision behind one of the most meaningful community-driven farms on Long Island.⁠
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What core mission drives the farm today, and how has that mission evolved since the beginning?⁠
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Amanda & Katie: We met in 2008 while completing a farming apprenticeship at Quail Hill Farm where we both discovered our shared love of farming. By that July, we were already dreaming up ways to continue farming together in Amagansett. When we founded Amber Waves Farm, our vision was to build something greater than ourselves—something that would outlive us. Our original idea, the “Amagansett Wheat Project,” grew out of a daydream to create a “pizza farm,” and our name, Amber Waves, pays homage to grain production—a line from the song “America the Beautiful”. From the beginning, we chose to be a nonprofit because our mission—to teach and connect people through food and farming—has always been at the heart of what we do.⁠
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“The Viennese Opera Ball represents elegance, culture, and the timeless beauty of the arts,” said Jean Shafiroff. “It is a privilege to host this gathering in celebration of its 70th year as we honor tradition while supporting the next generation of artistic excellence. As a past honoree and chairwoman, I look forward to the 70th Anniversary Gala and am excited to chair it once again.”⁠
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  • On Saturday, December 13th, Heart of the Hamptons held its highly anticipated 22nd Annual Polar Bear Plunge at the famous Cooper’s Beach in Southampton. Nearly 300 participants cheered along with the countdown before plunging into the Atlantic Ocean.⁠
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Some sported Santa hats, Santa overalls, team shirts, and of course, this year’s iconic Polar Bear Plunge cap or beanie. The plunge drew a crowd of over 600 people and raised over $350,000. ⁠
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Heart of the Hamptons’ Executive Director Molly Bishop said, “The feeling of support and togetherness was so appreciated by the staff and volunteers at HOH. We’ve had a challenging year adjusting to the increased need for our help, and knowing we have this type of support behind us means everything! Thank you to everyone who came out!” ⁠
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📸: Ron Esposito & Hamptons.com⁠
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