Think of East End Long Island like a fork: The Peconic Bay divides the land into two prongs, the North Fork and the Hamptons. And at the split, straddling the mouth of the Peconic River, lies aptly named Riverhead. The historic town serves as a gateway to the thriving, unpretentious North Fork wine region, as well as the posh boutiques of Quogue and Southampton. The community's artisanal bonafides are evidenced by its breweries, craft dillistery, and farm stands, which display the best of the local harvest.
