Beats and Treats: LI Gardens, Pet Friendly Fun and Exclusive Events (with DJ CHEF)

This week on the Long Island Tea Podcast, Sharon and Stacy recap the latest happenings across Long Island, share updates from Discover Long Island, and welcome a special in-studio guest — DJ CHEF, “The Chef That Rocks.” From community highlights and local milestones to springtime activities and can’t-miss events, we’re covering all the tea across the region. This week’s spotlight goes to DJ CHEF — “The Chef That Rocks.” A Long Island native and creator of The DJ CHEF Experience, he’s known for combining live DJing with cooking to create unforgettable “beats and bites” events across Long Island and beyond. A Cutthroat Kitchen Champion and Best of Long Island winner, DJ CHEF has brought his high-energy style to festivals, private events, and more — and he’s joining us in studio to share how it all started. Know a Long Islander doing something great? Show us YOUR Long Islander by sending a DM or emailing spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com. This week we’re highlighting the Suffolk County Historical Society Museum in Riverhead, home to the rare 1861 Hulbert Flag and a collection of exhibits that bring Long Island’s history to life. The museum is also part of the Long Island 250 Passport ahead of America’s 250th anniversary. -East Hampton native Cole Brauer returns home after making history as the first American woman to sail solo around the world, completing a 130-day, 27,000-mile journey during the Global Solo Challenge. -The iconic Peter Pan Diner reopens in Bay Shore after nearly 20 months following a kitchen fire, bringing back dozens of local jobs while preserving its classic diner feel with a modern refresh. -Spring is officially here, and Long Island’s botanical gardens are in full bloom from Old Westbury Gardens and Planting Fields Arboretum to Bayard Cutting Arboretum and Bridge Gardens. We’re also highlighting a new blog featuring pet-friendly spots across Long Island and if you’re looking to grab a drink with your pup, check out local favorites like Six Harbors Brewing Company, Greenport Harbor Brewing Company, Blue Point Brewing Company, and Long Island Farm Brewery. In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re spotlighting Elinor Smith, the “Flying Flapper,” who became the youngest licensed pilot in the world at just 16 years old and helped shape Long Island’s aviation legacy. This week we’re highlighting the Empire State Ride to End Cancer, a Long Island cycling event that has raised more than $528,000 to support cancer research. The sixth annual ride takes place June 13. Events this weekend include Anthony Rodia at The Paramount in Huntington, the Heckscher State Park Marathon, a live piano brunch at Southampton Inn, the annual Spring Egg Hunt at Orient Beach State Park, and a CRESLI Seal Walk at Cupsogue Beach. For more events and things to do on Long Island, visit discoverlongisland.com. This week we’re unpacking all the biggest moments from the Oscars — from standout wins and surprises to the fashion, speeches, and everything everyone’s talking about. Call us at 877-386-6654 x 400, leave us a review, and receive $5 off merch by sending a screenshot of your review. Connect With Us Instagram: TikTok: YouTube: Facebook: X: Email: spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com Shop: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Beats and Treats: LI Gardens, Pet Friendly Fun and Exclusive Events (with DJ CHEF) is an episode from Long Island Tea by Discover Long Island.

This episode is 38:14 long.

This episode was published on Mar 24, 2026.

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