Jules airs her grievances to Dorinda and Carole concerning Bethenny's abrasiveness during the Hamptons trip. Bethenny gains a newfound respect for Jules when Jules opens up about a personal struggle. Meanwhile, Ramona finally tells Sonja why she has avoided spending time with her. Then, Ramona hosts an eventful birthday lunch where Luann makes a regifting faux pas, Bethenny confronts Luann about her behavior over the summer, and Dorinda delivers a double-edged toast.

When Sonja stops by Bethenny's office for a chat with her friend and mentor, she is caught off guard by Bethenny's response to her new business. Meanwhile, Luann officially moves in with Sonja, Jules hunts for a new nanny, and Carole fosters a kitten while working on a vegan cookbook with Adam. Luann's former ex causes a scene at a party hosted by Dorinda and her boyfriend, John. When Ramona and John get into an argument over the incident, it's Dorinda and Ramona who find themselves on the outs after an epic sidewalk screaming match.