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Page at 63 Main pays homage to both my heritage and the great whaling industry of Sag Harbor. Captain George Page was a local and colorful whaling captain, born circa 1810. He was first mate of the’ Myra’ and captain of the’ American’. His resolve was legendary, evidenced by the story of his vessel capsizing after being pummeled by the tail fin of a sperm whale. Page, with a broken leg, and three other survivors clung to the keel of the capsized longboat. After four days, they were picked up off the coast of Africa. They were returned to port only to venture out again into the dangerous waters. The building, housing the restaurant, features a foundation of limestone and granite, which is not indigenous to eastern Long Island. The enormous stones were quarried in New England and used as ballast in the great whaling ships of the era. When the whaling industry declined, these stones were used for the foundation of 19th century Sag Harbor and can still be seen as curbstones throughout our village. The exposed brick inside the restaurant originated in the Sag Harbor Brick Kiln Factory as revealed by several examples of the yellow stamp on the top of each pallet. Out of respect for grand days in the history of Sag Harbor, we have paid attention to our lineage. We created a restaurant that is conscious of the environment in our symbiotic relationship with the local farmers and fisherman. Under the leadership of Executive Chef Jesse Flores, we pride ourselves using the best of natural, local, healthy and organic products available. We hope you enjoy it. Wishing you the most pleasurable experience,
Jared Page Wawryk
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