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own day-to-day pantry. Stop in and
sample more than 50 award-winning
oils before making a decision.
The shop also holds private tasting
parties Monday through Thursday
after closing, complete with appetizers,
a balsamic-inspired drink
and dessert for each guest ($20 per
person, six to 14 adults). After the
tasting you get the entire store to
yourself to browse and buy, plus
a free sample bottle of oil to take
home.
And that’s just the beginning.
There’s a bounty of fine shops in the
village that literally offer something
for everyone. If art is your
forte, there’s the Thomas Kinkade
Signature Gallery (128 Main St.,
631-642-0607, thomaskinkadehq.
com ), displaying and selling a
compendium of the artist’s works,
including his popular creations for
Disney and DC Comics. Or, explore
spirituality, metaphysics and New
Age dogma at Breathe (116 E. Main
St., 631-642-2377, breatheinspiringgifts.
com), the local mecca for
everything from crystals to essential
oils to tarot cards. The shop
also offers psychic and medium
readings, guided meditation and a
range of classes and workshops.
The Great Outdoors
While visiting Port Jefferson, don’t
forget to enjoy the scenic beauty
of the area. A favorite spot for
stunning views and photo ops is
McAllister County Park (200 Cliff
Road), a Suffolk County park that
runs along the beach, sometimes
called “Pirates’ Cove” by locals.
The only downside to this hidden
gem is the limited parking, but if
you’re lucky enough to find an open
spot, the park offers an oasis of
waterfront tranquility, perfect for
a romantic walk or contemplative
stroll. Amid all the fun and food
in Port Jeff, you’ve also got to take
a moment or two to let the simple
joys soak in.
Where To Stay
In Port Jefferson
Danford’s Hotel, Marina & Spa
25 E. Broadway, 631-928-5200,
danfords.com
The Fox and Owl Inn
1037 Main St., 631-509-3669,
thefoxandowlinn.com
The Ransome Inn B&B
409 E. Broadway, 631-474-5019,
ransomeinn.com
Holly Berry Bed and Breakfast
23 Dickerson Ct., 631-331-3123
Golden Pineapple Bed
and Breakfast
201 Liberty Ave., 631-331-0706,
goldenpineapplebandb.com
Where To Dine
In Port Jefferson
Toast Coffeehouse
242 E. Main St., 631-331-6860,
toastcoffeehouse.com
The Fifth Season
34 E. Broadway, 631-477-8500,
thefifth-season.com
Pasta Pasta
234 E. Main St., 631-331-5335,
pastapasta.net
Slurp Ramen
109 W. Broadway, 631-509-1166,
slurpusa.com
The Steam Room
4 E. Broadway, 631-928-6690,
steamroomrestaurant.com
No trip to Port Jeff is complete without a meal at The Steam Room.
The Port Jeff ferry shuttles travelers across the Long Island Sound to and from Bridgeport, Conn.