If you are an avid Hamptons-goer you’d be hard pressed to not know about the Hamptons Interactive Brunch created by tastemaker and host Vanessa Gordon. Owner and Publisher of East End Taste Magazine. Vanessa is also a voice in the travel, lifestyle, wellness, and events industry with over a decade of experience in writing. Co-hosting this year was Award-Winning Entertainer, Deborah Cox. The 5th Annual Hamptons Interactive Brunch just keeps getting more lavish, this year selling out with 300 guests enjoying a gorgeous private estate in Water Mill, NY. Not just a socialite soiree, the event benefited the charity Francesco’s Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to promote hope and prevent teen suicide.
By Laura Bray
Marisa Shwartz with Sweet Lemon Events led event production from set up to break down and no details were forgotten. From the moment guests arrived they were transported into a luxurious oasis, VIP guests received a complimentary gift bag by Cleansing Concepts, which included Otella cooling spray, a 3D Lab marketing tool, and a redeemable complimentary detox foot bath.
By Laura Bray
The afternoon was spent savoring gourmet passed hors d’oeuvres from Tullulah’s including Tuna Crudo, Mini Lobster Rolls, Mini Assorted Quiches, and Black Truffle Vol-au-vent. Akeem Hunter of The Cocktail Collective crafted two signature cocktails exclusively for the event, in partnership with Great Jones Distillery and LALO Spirits: Lemon Maple Bourbon Smash and a Watermelon Basil Margarita. Additional beverages served included Deborah Cox’s own Kazaisu rosé wine, Aphrodise Sparkling Rosé, Juliette Liqueur, local favorite Talkhouse Encore, TÖST, and refreshing cocktails by Chinola.
A Sushi Class took place serving signature sushi rolls onsite and hosted an intimate sushi class for select attendees. A grazing board created by Style and Graze NY was served as a delicious pairing for the wines flowing throughout the event. Levain Bakery cookies and an exclusive ice cream menu from Cream & Sugar with flavors including Honey and Lavender, Vanilla with Rainbow Sprinkles, and Salted Caramel were the perfect sweet treats.
By Laura Bray
As a reprieve from standing in those pretty shoes, the Vintage Gatherings created a cozy and chic lounge space poolside under the pergolas. This is also where an interactive element took place, live painting as showcased by KHS Gallery. Montauk Ice kept everyone cool from the elements with cold towels and displayed ice designs featuring event logos. There was also a specially curated 360 photo booth exclusively for the brunch by Visions by Angel and a floral photo booth by JMC Photobooths. Guests were treated to a special performance by Cuban American Latin Pop Singer Sasha Prendes, violinist James Teal, and a DJ by AMP Entertainment.
Inside the estate, guests enjoyed tarot card readings by Celebrity Astrologer Alisha Sharma, B12 shots provided by NuHydration, chair massages by Mobile MLD & Massage Therapy, and IV Hydration by IV Drips Hamptons. In addition, skincare expert Pietro Simone showcased his signature treatments including Endospheres and his own Signature Exosomes Facial. Joanne Spataro, the founder of Dawlcakes, celebrated the launch of their customizable collection with a Deborah Cox-themed Dawlcake and other delicious cakes and treats for guests.
The sold-out event also had a silent auction and live auction with proceeds benefiting Francesco’s Foundation. Auction items included the Ultimate Glam Package from Humble & Vain, a Virgin Voyager Cruise, a 3 Month Bespoke Reserve travel concierge service by Lavon Private Luxury, a 30-minute Virtual Private Medium Reading with Alaine Portner, a stay at Round Hill Hotel and Villas in Jamaica, and a variety of art pieces by Sergey Kir.
Guests also had the chance to shop at designer trunk shows including Alexis Isabel, Human Design Hawaii, Shop Alexandra Madison, Ciardi Collection, and LWA Luxury Hampton. In addition, attendees experienced a curated gifting suite including brands such as Stella Bella Beauty, EVER Cleanical Skincare, and Wildly Salted.
Loaded gift bags, with a retail value of over $2,500 included products by Casa Officialé by Deborah Kugler, Pietro Simone Skincare, Long Beach Island Candle Co., Dylan’s Candy Bar, Dragon Hemp, Lunalis Cosmetics, Mad Hippie, Dr. Sobel, My Mood Bars, MALIN+GOETZ, Cob Foods, Revitin, Talkhouse Encore, AWWA Period Care, Camille Rose, TabUp, and more. Inside were also class cards for Barry’s, Fierce Grace NYC, and Hamptons Wellness on Wheels. Calissa also gifted $50 Sunday brunch gift certificates to each guest. Mad Hippie graciously donated the canvas tote bags as VIP gift bags.
Notable attendees included Deborah Cox, Vanessa Gordon, Sid Rosenberg, Jennifer Dilandro, Jeff Perla, Joanne Spataro, Jean Shafiroff, Diana Cochran, Jennifer Allsop, NY State Assemblywoman Rebecca Seawright, Suffolk County Legislator Catherine L. Stark, Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe, Daiyanna Muhammad, Tijana Ibrahimovic, Author of the beloved Angelina Ballerina series Katharine Holabird, Ashleigh McPherson, Pietro Simone, Marc Bouwer, Dr. Howard Sobel, Paul Margolin, Sara Shala, Janel Tanna, Maison Junior, Silas Gil, Iliana Guibert, Nancy Ganz, Barbara Kugler, Olga Ferrara, Gabrielle Vigorito, Catherine Vigorito, and Meredith O’Connor.
Learn more about the Hamptons Interactive Brunch on Instagram @HamptonsInteractiveBrunch or www.hamptonsbrunch.com
