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🐝 A Distinctly Local Touch

🐝 A Distinctly Local Touch

New Chef, Storm Packs A Punch, Taco Tuesday Returns

Thomas Loncar
July 07, 2026

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Good Morning, North Fork! Nobody's ever says, "Thank goodness it's Tuesday," which feels a little unfair.

In today’s North Fork Buzz:

New Chef
Storm Packs A Punch
Taco Tuesday Returns

Ready, Set, Go!

The Lowdown

New Chef 🧑‍🍳

The kitchen at Greenport’s waterfront favorite, The Shipyard, has a familiar face behind the line with Chef Matt Murphy.

Murphy has already been putting his stamp on the menu, introducing more seasonal specials built around what’s fresh and local.

His cooking style draws Mediterranean and Provençal, shaped by years spent in acclaimed New York City kitchens and reinforced by decades of relationships with North Fork fishermen and farmers.

He works closely with local suppliers including Southold Fish Market and Latham Farm, bringing a distinctly local touch to the waterfront restaurant.

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Storm Packs A Punch ⛈️

The North Fork’s Fourth of July celebration took an unexpected turn Saturday night when a powerful lightning storm rolled in shortly after the fireworks, bringing high winds, torrential rain, and widespread damage across the region.

With roughly a dozen trees downed and roads closed due to fallen limbs and live wires. Highway crews worked until 4 AM clearing debris, with cleanup costs already estimated at around $10,000.

Further west, saw even more significant damage. Highway Superintendent Mike Zaleski described the storm as hitting “like a tornado,” leaving behind about 50 downed trees and large limbs. ($)

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Happenings: Upcoming Events

🎭 Opening Night A bluegrass inspired Broadway favorite takes the stage on Thursday, July 16 as Youth on Stage presents Bright Star at North Fork Community Theatre. More Info

🍽 Vineyard Dinner An evening among the vines gets a delicious upgrade on Friday, July 16 with Chef Noah Schwartz's farm to table dinner at Bedell Cellars. The seasonal menu highlights ingredients sourced from East End farms and waters, pairing local flavors with Bedell wines. More Info

🎉 Red, White & Blue 250th Gala A milestone birthday calls for a memorable celebration. The Shelter Island History Museum's Red, White & Blue 250th Gala on Saturday, July 18 commemorates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence with an evening honoring the nation's history and the people who help preserve it. More Info

😂 Comedy Night Laughter is on the agenda when Comedy Night comes to CAST on Saturday, July 18. A great excuse to trade the couch for a night of live entertainment and plenty of laughs. More Info

🐢 Turtle Splash An evening of cocktails, entertainment, light bites, and a silent auction comes to the Landcraft Garden Foundation as Turtle Rescue of the Hamptons hosts its Turtle Splash Summer Gala on Saturday, July 18. More Info

⛵ Wine Cruise Raise a glass and set sail aboard the 72 foot schooner Bonnie Lynn as Bedell Cellars teams up with East End Charters for an unforgettable wine cruise on Saturday, July 18. More Info

🍖 Luau BBQ Island flavors return to the vineyard as Clovis Point brings back its popular Luau BBQ on Sunday, July 19. Enjoy live music, Clovis Point wines, and a barbecue feast from Ammirati's of Love Lane. More Info

👩‍🍳 The Sauce Lab A great sauce can turn a good meal into a memorable one, and The Sauce Lab at Flavor Fork is all about mastering the essentials. This hands on class on Tuesday, July 21 explores the building blocks behind the sauces every home cook should have in their repertoire. More Info

🍯 Honey Harvest Ever wondered what happens after the bees do all the hard work. At Suhru & Lieb Vineyards on Wednesday, July 22, Master Beekeeper Chris Kelly will walk through the honey extraction process, share stories from the hive, and explain how pollinators help support the vineyard ecosystem. More Info

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Local Spotlight

Taco Tuesday Returns 🌮

There are worse ways to spend a Tuesday evening than with tacos and tequila.

Starting today (Tuesday, July 7), Taco Tuesday returns to the North Fork Table & Inn Food Truck with Tulum Tacos & Tequila from 4–8 PM. The menu brings a little extra fun to the weeknight routine, with favorites like Tequila Shrimp, Pork Al Pastor, Carne Asada, and Birria tacos, plus refreshing margaritas to round things out.

It’s an easy stop for anyone looking to grab dinner outside, catch up with friends, or make a regular Tuesday feel a little less regular.

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