Food

Coffee was one of the main reasons Chris and Lindsay Grodzki opened S&S Corner Shop in Springs, but it has also become known for its changing assortment of carefully selected groceries and specialty items, including handmade housewares, art books, artisan-made condiments, and even clothing.

An Indian food pop-up offers delivery or pickup, Doubles has a new vegetarian special, karaoke returns to Almond, Park Place Wines and Liquors classes continue, and Inlet Seafood set to open.

A former New Orleans journo has tips for letting the good times roll during Mardi Gras with music, muffulettas, beignets, po’ boys, hot sauce, seasonings, and the right attitude.

Avian flu and inflation have sent egg prices skyward recently. Even though eggs are readily available across the East End, prices can vary dramatically from store to store.

Super Sunday offerings from Townline BBQ, a new pizza prix fixe at Nick and Toni’s, Roman Roth to be feted at Wolffer Estate, Springs Wine Shop reopens, plus alcohol-free libations at Sylvester and Co. and Elaia Estiatorio

Casual or buttoned-up dinner offerings to stay or go on Tuesday from Topping Rose, Elaia Estiatorio, Coche Comedor, Rowdy Hall, and Loaves and Fishes.

Park Place wine classes, Artists and Writers dinner, specials at Coche Comedor and Bell and Anchor, openings, pauses, and more.

Restaurateurs know that Tuesday nights in the off-season offer some of the best dining experiences on the South Fork, and dedicated locals know it too. But consistency must be on the menu.

Valentine's Day is quickly approaching, and couples who want to do it up big with extravagant dinners out should reserve their spots early to avoid any last-minute disappointment.

For almost an hour on Tuesday, Ina Garten imparted lessons on cooking, baking, business, the business of cooking and baking — plus life, love, and the pursuit of happiness — to students in East Hampton High School's culinary arts program. Her messages immediately resonated with the students, who later said they are feeling lots of pressure to choose a college, a major, and a career.

Herbal salt and natural wine at Amber Waves, Wolffer in Brooklyn, specials at Bridgehampton Inn, super treats from Smokin’ Wolf, and L.I. Restaurant Week starts Sunday.

Inspired by Instagram food posts, Julie Lavin posted her own stuffed cookie creations and discovered a hungry market for her decadent treats.