JESSICA SOFFER

A full-time Sag Harbor resident, Jessica Soffer writes for Food & Wine, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Saveur, and Vogue, among other publications. She is also the author of the best-selling novel Tomorrow There Will Be Apricots and hosts food-focused writing retreats at five-star inns across the country. She profiles Read Mckendree on page 56.

What’s the most spectacular spa indulgence you’ve ever experienced? “My best friend and I do couples’ massages as often as we can and sip bubbly throughout. Does that count?” Summer musts: “Jack’s iced Americano. Joni’s smoothies. Cocktails on the boat. Dinner under the stars. Swimming before and after and in the middle. And so many outdoor showers.” Favorite Hamptons restaurant: “If you haven’t gone to a farm dinner at Amber Waves or Bhumi…”