People & Businesses
The bounty of the season: Articles on farmers and food artisans
Articles by Allyson Plessner and Rachel Ayotte A celebration of Cape & Islands farmers and food purveyors, plus details on 26 upcoming fairs, festivals and events. Articles on the following…
This shell has always generated interest: History of wampum
A brief history of wampum and how it’s been used over the years One of the first things you notice upon meeting Mary Beth Ellis is her iridescent, teardrop-shaped earring.…
Cape Cod Life General Store Partner Profile: Beachside Clothing Company
Wrapped up in memories: Beachside Clothing Company designs blankets that warm the soul Putting an end to a vacation isn’t always easy. It’s never been easy for Steve Zimmerman and…
The colorful history of Cape Cod postcards
New exhibit and book showcase 100 years of local postcards “Greetings from Cape Cod”—one vintage postcard reads—“a neck of land where necking is allowed.” The cartoon illustration depicts a “bevy…
Hit the road to visit 6 Cape & Islands antique shops!
Check out these shops to find unusual and fascinating treasures In today’s technology-driven world where many seem to live in a haze of Twitter updates and Instagram stories, one might…
Cape Cod Life General Store Partner Profile: East Wind Silver Co.
An eye for design: East Wind Silver Co. of Chatham creates attractive jewelry for women and men (Editor’s note: This is the first installment in our series on Cape Cod Life…
A love affair with Orleans-a Cape Cod Photo Essay
Online only: Expanded story, plus more photos of Orleans! With coastline along both the Atlantic and Cape Cod Bay, the town of Orleans offers spectacular natural scenery, and the community’s fascinating…
Living at land’s end
Ralph Cataldo gets creative as he crafts an awe-inspiring home perched on Cuttyhunk Island Online only: See more photos of this Cuttyhunk home “When you build a house on an…
Osterville pool house makes a splash
Family and friends gather for fun in the sun “I think this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship.” It’s conceivable that designer Marsha Malone, upon meeting her client Amy…
Building Business: The Cottages at White Elephant
Designer Donna Elle is called upon to cultivate a group of cottages at Nantucket’s famed White Elephant that instantly say ‘Seaside Summer.’ Photographs and artistic renditions of Nantucket are often…
Heritage’s hydrangeas
Heritage Museums & Gardens track data & best practices with their Hydrangea Test Garden A Cape summer would not be complete without the bouncing, bouffant images of our beloved blue hydrangeas…
Farm fresh oysters at the Naked Oyster restaurant in Hyannis
Pristine waters, a good back and a big heart produce award-winning oysters for Hyannis’ Naked Oyster restaurant Chef Florence Lowell rolls up her sleeves to prepare memorable meals for diners…
Special Spaces: Chatham Beach Bar Cabana
Next up in our exploration of Special Spaces is a backyard playground for adults. The backdrop is the second home for a couple with adult children, all in the energetic…
Next Wave: Profiles on emerging building & design professionals
Profiles on emerging young professionals in the local housing industry The housing industry on Cape Cod and the Islands not only offers opportunity for financial success, but it also fosters…
Set sail this summer on a relaxing Cape Cod cruise
In this article we highlight six local on-the-water adventures Summer on Cape Cod is never short of options for outdoor activities. Whether you’re a year-round resident or a first-time visitor,…
One weekend in Wellfleet—a Cape Cod photo essay
Online only: Expanded story, plus more photos of Wellfleet! Like the menus in its many fine restaurants and the artistic creations on display in its galleries, the town of Wellfleet…
Blue Economy wave hits Cape Cod: Local companies developing marine technologies
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution provides R&D foundation for entrepreneurs Spotlight on Hydroid, Teledyne & Coastal Engineering Co. Technology and services companies that work in and around the oceans are forming…
