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GQ Asks: Is the North Fork the Cooler Cousin of the Hamptons?

January 30, 2025

Discover the North Fork’s Effortless Charm

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GQ highlights why the North Fork is a must-visit destination, from its thriving wine scene to its laid-back coastal vibes.

“The Hamptons in the summer is like Midtown Manhattan on New Year’s Eve…But there’s another kind of summer weekend out there, and it’s not that far off. Actually, exactly as far as the Hamptons: just two-and-a-half hours’ drive from Manhattan, Long Island’s less-travelled North Fork (the Hamptons makes up the South Fork) has become the cooler peninsula. 

At various times dubbed the Hamptons’ “country cousin” and the “Brooklyn of Long Island,” it’s known by the easy-going locals as NoFo. Chill holidaymakers are drawn to the former farmland’s waterfront wineries, tucked-away beaches, boutiquey design stores and roadside farm stands. Even with a slew of upscale new openings, the North Fork has managed to maintain a vibe that’s unapologetically relaxed…”

Click here to read the entire article by Rebecca Dolan Credit: GQ Magazine, February 2023