Dive into one of Cinzia Gaglio’s authentic Italian dishes at Osteria Salina in Bridgehampton and you will be transported to Isola di Salina – the island located off the coast of Sicily in the Aeolia Archipelago, which inspired the name of this fantastic East End hotspot.  Isola di Salina is known for its “Sale Marino” and natural “Pesce Fresche” caught in surrounding pristine waters. In keeping with tradition, Osteria Salina owner Timothy Gaglio curates a farm-to-table approach that is customary to Salinian cuisine. The most charming restaurateur, Timothy has wide and varied experience in the restaurant industry, including creating, financing, developing, and owning more than a dozen premier restaurants in the US.

Osteria Salina serves the Hamptons with a commitment to quality fresh food and
regional wines, authenticating this region’s simple cuisines and sincere hospitality. Wine lovers need look no further than this extensive list which offers a bevy of local labels, including favorites from nearby Wolffer Vinyards and Channing Daughters Winery. Osteria Salina welcomes each guest with the warmth of dining in their home. Upon arrival, newcomers are presented with a colorful platter of freshly sliced crisp local cucumbers that are drizzled with extra virgin olive oil, flake sea salt and cracked pepper. The kitchen sources the finest local products as they support farmers and fisherman here – on the East End of Long Island. This hotspot has captured the attention of Hamptonites and celebrities alike, including: Billy Joel, Bradley Cooper, Liv Tyler, Matt Lauer, Mary-Kate Olsen, Shephard Smith, Christie Brinkley, Andrew Cuomo, and Bobby Flay.

Executive Chef Cinzia Gaglio’s culinary inspiration can be traced to her family’s rich Italian heritage, which dates back centuries to the city of Sora, located in the Frosinone province of central Italy. Culinary expertise lies in her bloodline. She started her restaurant career as a child working in her family’s restaurants and was educated in the traditional culinary styles taught to her by her grandparents. Osteria Salina’s hand crafted menu draws upon many of the authentic recipes that have been passed through the generations, while tying in Cinzia’s unique style and incorporating local produce and fish whenever possible.

Osteria Salina’s warm décor boasts a rustic Hamptons feel while incorporating design elements that stay true to its Sicilian roots. Hardwood ceilings and floors, French doors, delicately placed floral arrangements, and colorful ceramic pitchers suffuse guests with the warmth of dining in their own home. Large windows at the front of the restaurant bathe its spacious interior in sunlight throughout the year.

Here’s a taste of the Specialty Dishes at Osteria Salina:

Insalata Salina
Mixed baby greens, chickpeas, ricotta salata, tomatoes, cucumbers

Polpo Eoliano
Charred octopus served with fava beans, fingerling potatoes, and parsley pesto

Polpette
Salina meatballs served with pomodoro sauce and pecorino siciliano

Bucatini Con Sarde
Bucatini with sardines, currants, pine nuts, baby fennel, toasted Mollica

Spada alla Piastra
Swordfish served with a caponatina of eggplant, tomato, golden raisins, capers, and agrodolce

Panino Di Gelato
Choice of vanilla gelato sandwiched between two round biscotti rolled in roasted almond croccantino or chocolate gelato sandwiched between two round biscotti and dipped in melted chocolate rolled in pistachios

Osteria Salina: 95 School Street, Bridgehampton, 631.613.6469; www.Osteriasalina.net

Restaurant Hours: Open seven days a week, serving breakfast, lunch & dinner