Food & Dining

Grilled Striped Bass with Herb Butter

By Judy Shortsleeve | June 20, 2017

 

Two days in Dennis—a Cape Cod photo essay

By Matthew J. Gill | May 8, 2017

Online only: Expanded story plus more photos of Dennis! Located on the Mid Cape, the town of Dennis stretches across the Cape Cod peninsula from Nantucket Sound to Cape Cod…

Recipes from the Best Sandwich in Sandwich competition

By Judy Shortsleeve | May 3, 2017

Online only: Five bonus SandwichFest recipes! A collection of mouthwatering creations from SandwichFest 2016 What’s so great about SandwichFest? To begin, attendees can vote for their favorites in the “Best…

Sandwich Photo Essay: A slice of life in one of Cape Cod’s prettiest towns

By Matthew J. Gill | April 27, 2017

Online only: Expanded story plus more photos of Sandwich! The town of Sandwich is a special place. From its picturesque homes and historic downtown to its incredible cultural venues and…

Cape & Islands weddings: Twenty amazing local venues + more!

By Matthew J. Gill | April 24, 2017

If wedding bells are in your future, and you’re looking to save the date and then celebrate, flip through the following pages in our special 2017 wedding section. We’ve designed…

Best Cape & Islands recipes: 44 creations from establishments voted “Best” by Cape Cod LIFE readers

By Matthew J. Gill | April 4, 2017

Presenting Cape Cod LIFE’s second annual ‘Best of’ recipe section   For this, our second annual “Best of” recipe section, we solicited original recipes from a variety of local restaurants,…

Island delights: Martha’s Vineyard inspired recipes!

By Haley Cote | March 1, 2017

From farm-to-table to family fare, Martha’s Vineyard epicureans are dishing out fresh, inspired creations in their latest cookbooks. The Beetlebung Farm Cookbook • Spaghetti with Crab and Zucchini By: Chris…

2017 Life Annual Guide: Nantucket

By Cape Cod Life Publications | January 5, 2017

Madaket, Nantucket, Siasconset Magnificent and rugged, elegant and expensive, historic and eminently enjoyable: these are just some of the terms that come to mind when considering Nantucket. Located about 27…

2017 Life Annual Guide: Martha’s Vineyard

By Cape Cod Life Publications | January 5, 2017

Aquinnah, Chilmark, Edgartown, Oak Bluffs, Tisbury (Vineyard Haven), West Tisbury Martha’s Vineyard is a short ferry ride or flight from the mainland, yet with its unique geography and island charms, it’s…

2017 Life Annual Guide: Outer Cape

By Cape Cod Life Publications | January 5, 2017

Eastham Eastham, North Eastham Known as the gateway to the Cape Cod National Seashore, Eastham is home to breathtaking scenery, a bevy of beaches, and beaucoup opportunities for outdoor recreation.…

2017 Life Annual Guide: Lower Cape

By Cape Cod Life Publications | January 5, 2017

Brewster Brewster, East Brewster, West Brewster In search of a community with a remarkable history, a one-of-a-kind topography, countless seaside activities, and fine dining to boot? Brewster is that place!…

2017 Life Annual Guide: Mid Cape

By Cape Cod Life Publications | January 5, 2017

Barnstable Barnstable, Centerville, Cotuit, Hyannis, Marstons Mills, Osterville, West Barnstable The largest town on Cape Cod, Barnstable occupies 76 square miles at the center of the peninsula, has beaches and harbors…

2017 Life Annual Guide: Upper Cape

By Cape Cod Life Publications | January 5, 2017

Bourne Bourne Village, Bournedale, Buzzards Bay, Cataumet, Gray Gables, Monument Beach, Pocasset, Sagamore, Sagamore Beach The town of Bourne, with its famous “Cape Cod” shrubberies welcoming visitors to the peninsula and pleasant…

Appetizing Evenings are on the Menu

By Lilly Lowe | November 14, 2016

Wellfleet Preservation Hall’s “Food on Film” series combines the big screen with great-tasting cuisine Though the weather outside will likely be chilly, the screen will be heating up at Wellfleet…

Create your own family cookbook

By Haley Cote | November 14, 2016

“Behind every recipe you love is a story you want to share.” With that philosophy in mind, longtime friends Bill Rice and Chip Lowell formed the Great Family Cookbook Project,…

Boiling down to the details

By Laurel Kornhiser | September 19, 2016

Homeowner and mason team up to render the ultimate outdoor dream kitchen It is said that too many cooks in the kitchen spoil the broth, but when building a dream outdoor kitchen,…

Taking Flight

By Joe O'Shea | August 31, 2016

Craft beer brewing is alive and well on Cape Cod and the Islands   As of August 2015, seven brewers claim Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, or Nantucket as their home,…

Celebrate the harvest at Sustainable Nantucket’s Farmers & Artisans Market

By Catherine Kierce | August 30, 2016

Locally grown produce, freshly baked treats, and handmade crafts and products are just a sampling of what can be found at Sustainable Nantucket’s Farmers & Artisans Market, held downtown on…