The Hamptons Food, Family and History

From Southampton to Amagansett, East Hampton to Montauk, Ricky Lauren’s THE HAMPTONS is a lavishly illustrated and evocatively described journey through this culturally and historically rich region. “Over the years the type of food and entertaining we enjoyed reflected the atmosphere of the places where we lived at the time. Each locale inspired me to create a particular way of life, and this energized me to develop a direction of my own,” shares Ricky Lauren. 

In THE HAMPTONS (Wiley Hardcover; $40; May 28, 2012), accomplished author, photographer, and artist Ricky Lauren shares more than 130 healthy, fresh, seasonal recipes – including the recipes most loved by her family, from Dylan’s Sunshine Salad and David’s Spring Pea Soup to Andrew and Ricky’s Chocolate Mouse, and Ralph’s favorite: Nana’s Rum-Laced Brownies.  Ricky Lauren invites us to share her inspirations, tastes, and discoveries, through her gorgeous watercolors, personal snapshots, and inspiring food photography.  With tips and advice on entertaining in true Hamptons’ style, THE HAMPTONS offers a loving – and delicious – portrait of a beloved family.