Nantucket offers an unparalleled blend of timeless charm and seaside opulence. From elegant waterfront estates to high-end boutiques, gourmet dining, and world-class spas, the idyllic island is the perfect summertime escape. Every part and parcel exudes refined sophistication and tranquility (ahhhh . . . ). I had the great pleasure of traveling here with my dear friend, Mara, in early celebration of my 50th birthday.

We arrived at Bar Yoshi the very day they were putting the finishing touches on the new place. (A man was literally screwing in a towel bar into the bathroom wall as we walked in.) We chatted with brand hospitality designer, Christian P. Arkay-Leliever, for a hot minute, as he gave us the tour.

Bar Yoshi features innovative Japanese and Asian-inspired cuisine, including sushi, noodles, dumplings, raw bar selections, poke, ceviche, as well as craft cocktails.

The best part is its laid-back outdoor seating along the main drag, perfect for people watching and sipping a bougie Nantucket cran.