INTERCONTINENTAL DINING TAKES OVER THE EAST END

One of the best things about dining out in the East End is the vast variety of international food. If you're in the mood for authentic Mexican fare or a taste of Italy, East Enders can find delicious meals to satiate their appetite at these Summer Hot Spots. 

Spice Things Up This Summer, and All Year Long, at Union Cantina, Southampton 

Do not miss the exciting new menu specials and entertainment at Long Island's most vibrant, social and delicious destinations – Union Cantina, the Hamptons only authentic modern Mexican restaurant. This popular eatery, designed by Southampton Social Club owners Ian Duke and David Hilty, sits in the iconic Bowden Square and is open all year-round. With Duke and Hilty working alongside award-winning Executive Chef Scott Kampf, who has been featured on Food Network's Iron Chefs of America, the trio continues to bring innovative Mexican cuisine to Southampton throughout the year. This season brings new dishes and cocktails, a calendar of daily events including live music and specials, and an outdoor bar and adult playground with an assortment of outdoor games for everyone to partake in. The Southampton Hotspot continues to bring good food, good drinks, good service and good times! 

For more information, visit unioncantina.net. 

A Delicious Piece of Italy at Sotto Sopra, Amagansett  

Take a cultural journey to Sotto Sopra in Amagansett, NY where guests can find the traditional flavors of Northern Italy and succulent steaks and chops. The restaurant's wood-burning oven freshly bakes breads, crispy Italian style pizza and whole roasted fish. Sotto Sopra has quickly become one of the most coveted restaurants on the East End, known for its frequent celebrity guests, relaxing atmosphere, exceptional service, and fresh, flavorful fare. Enjoy pasta dishes such as the Spaghettini a la Greco with shrimp, and spinach in a spicy arrabbiata sauce. The Margherita is a classic Italian-style thin crust pizza topped with mozzarella, tomato, and basil. Specialty drinks include: the Rose Orchid, which blends Death's Door Gin with St. Germain, prosecco, grapefruit and hibiscus; the Sotto 75 mixes Farmers Organic Gin, with St. Germain, champagne, blueberry and lime juice; and the South Fork cocktail includes Jameson Irish Whisky blended with mint, cucumber, lime and orange juice. New for 2018, Sotto Sopra will have a delectable sushi menu. 

For more information, visit restaurantsottosopra.com