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Mr. John’s Pancake House: Flipping Over Flapjacks in Montauk

Mr. John’s Pancake House: Flipping Over Flapjacks in Montauk

The Hamptons are awash with both high end retail and high end dining options; wineries and bistros offer up the tastiest and most expensive food this side of Beverly Hills and Napa Valley.  But don’t let its luxurious aesthetic deter you from looking for a modicum of normalcy in this playground of the rich and famous.  Mr. John’s Pancake House in the town...

Montauk Lighthouse: The End of Long Island

Montauk Lighthouse: The End of Long Island

Montauk Point Lighthouse was the first lighthouse in New York State, and is the fourth-oldest active lighthouse in the United States.  The tower is 110 ft. high, and the current light is the equivalent to approximately 290,000 candle power, flashing every 5 seconds and can be seen a distance of 17 nautical miles. Construction on the lighthouse was authorized by the...