At the pinnacle of Shelter Island’s Historical Heights District sits Isola, a beacon of authentic Italian cuisine with a brick oven fireplace for finishing off dishes or cooking handmade pizzas. The delicately flavored dishes are sourced from close and far away. The bufala is flown in from Italy and the farm fresh ingredients come from local farms and the Historical Sylvester Manor, just down the street. Fisheries include Southold Fish Market, North Fork Smoked Fish Company, and other fisheries.
“Our seasonal dishes featuring the freshest ingredients the East End has to has to offer, giving guests a true taste of Shelter Island living. Locally sourcing our menu is an incredible way to discover and celebrate the local fare of the East End, as well as offer our guests the culinary experience of farm-to-table with every dish,” And “a healthy balance of adherence to tradition and pushing the boundaries, utilizing the best ingredients available. I am very much looking forward to delving further into local sourcing and foraging as we enhance our menu going into the summer months.” notes Chef Seth Nathan.
Chef Nathan brings 17 years of cooking experience to the position, having most recently held Executive Chef positions at Mad & Vin at The Landsby hotel, and the Santa Ynez Inn, both located in Santa Barbara Wine Country in California. This summer Isola offers elegant outdoor seating overlooking the village of Shelter Island Heights. It’s a great place to people watch as it’s in the center of the village crossroads. The menu has its island known featured items including its Neapolitan thin crust pizza and daily specials to go or take out.
Brad Kitkowski, owner of Isola, on 15 Grand Avenue in Shelter Island Heights is a friendly, hands-on owner who genuinely loves to meet his guests. “We are very excited to have Seth carry out our culinary vision for Isola, sure to please year-round residents and Island visitors alike,” said Kitkowski. “We plan to offer seasonal dishes featuring the freshest ingredients the East End has to offer, giving guests a true taste of Shelter Island living.”
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