People & Businesses
Did you know Eastman’s Hardware has over 100 years of storied history?
Over 100 years ago, Charles Eastman set in motion a local business that still serves the Falmouth community today A Falmouth landmark, Eastman’s Hardware, at the end of Main Street,…
Brian Shortsleeve takes a look back at building his own Cape House in his Editor’s Note from 1999
This was Brian’s Editor’s Note from the 1999 Annual edition of Cape Cod HOME. It seems appropriate to revisit in this issue dedicated to the “The Cape House.” Brian and…
There are so many memories to be had in a Cape House… These talented locals pay homage to that
The unique history of a home—the hopes, dreams, challenges and failures of all who have lived there—is something tangible, captured in the weathered shingles and the aged floorboards of every…
This Cape staple boasts a rich history AND delicious food. Have you been?
Art on the Plate: Old Yarmouth Inn Owner: Sheila FitzGerald • Chef: Regina Castellano Since 1696, the Old Yarmouth Inn has been a welcome site for visitors near and far…
LIFE’s Canvas: Bobby Baker’s art is a monochromatic symphony
Photographer Bobby Baker finds his rhythm along the Cape’s shores Music, as described by Sam Elliot’s character Bobby in the 2018 remake of “A Star is Born,” is essentially 12…
Village LIFE: Explore the village of Falmouth
Traditions of Old and New Await The town of Falmouth was named in 1602 by Bartholomew Gosnold (after his homeport in England), who led the first exploration by Europeans of…
Current Vintage
Joseph Carr has created a life and community on Cape Cod that is as rich and soulful as his wine Go behind the scenes of Joe’s interview! Watch HERE “I…
This Cape Cod nature photography is STUNNING
Photography by Sarah Devlin For Sarah Devlin, becoming a photographer was, quite literally, a natural decision. Having always been intrigued by nature, it made sense for her to record and…
Nauset Lantern celebrates 60 years in a unique way
Nauset Lantern Shop marks its 60th anniversary with a changing of hands Editor’s note: In the 2005 “Top 400” issue of Cape Cod LIFE, we featured a story on Nauset…
Gardening Advice from an Expert Cape Cod Gardener
C.L. Fornari shares sage gardening advice in her new book The surprising thing about C.L. Fornari’s garden is not the lushness of the plantings, the striking use of color or…
Carol Flax creates incredible works of art in an unusual medium…
Carol Flax finds inspiration in the pages of magazines to piece together her works of fine art Think of the skeletal structure and muscle beneath a horse’s skin. Or the…
Art on the Plate: These cinnamon buns are SO YUMMY
Baker/Owner: Sandy McPherson Washashore Bakery has become a must-visit in Mashpee Commons since it opened in 2016. After traveling and studying abroad, spending time learning and working at bakeries across…
Art on the Plate: Snowy Owl
Owners: Manuel Ainzuain & Shayna Ferullo “It’s more than just a cup of coffee,” says Snowy Owl Owner Manuel Ainzuain. After moving to the Cape from San Francisco to be…
Meet the face of this local landscape company
As Al Sorbello sees it, life is to be tackled head on. Like when he started his own landscaping business, just mere months after he and his wife had their…
Is There More to You? Let’s Find Out: Behind the Scenes with Author Caroline Kepnes
Is There More to You? Let’s Find Out Behind the Scenes with Author Caroline Kepnes “‘You’ is in many ways a more romantic word than ‘love’ because it’s so direct.…
Village LIFE: Barnstable
One Town, Seven Villages The concept of villages versus towns is one that is a constant source of discussion in New England, but particularly on the Cape and Islands as…
Photo Portfolio: The Sunset Experiment
“I think the thing that inspires me most is the pursuit of catching something ‘different’ with my camera,” says Kevin Friel. In an effort to do just that, Friel undertook…
A Family Embrace
Architect Doreve Nicholaeff and Delphi Construction join forces to create a special family’s retreat There aren’t more than a few handfuls of spots around the Cape that lend themselves to…
