July/August 2025
The LIFE Brian Built
Reflections on the man who created the first local publication born from a love of sharing all that makes Cape Cod special.
Read MoreA Love Letter to Nantucket
With her sister as the ultimate guide, step into the pages of Elin Hilderbrand’s world on the Blue Book Tour.
Read MoreWhere the Ocean Meets the Plate
Given the incredible array of local seafood restaurants in this round-up, we think you’ll be hooked.
Read MoreSailing Free
Sail Cape Cod promotes personal growth by offering sailing programs that empower local youth and underserved communities.
Read MoreDinner with an Ever-changing View
Savor a meal with a unique view while vintage railcars take you by scenic shorelines and salt marshes.
Read MoreTalent and Taste
With a prestigious James Beard nomination for Best New Restaurant in 2025, LUNE Restaurant in Dennis Port is just getting started.
Read MoreThe Rainbow Fleet
Colorful sails of the Nantucket Rainbow Fleet glide past Brant Point in a historic summer tradition.
Read MoreWorld Class, Local Flair
The Red Jacket Inn serves up inspired dishes with stunning views.
Read MoreCape Kitchen: Grilling With A View
Our Cape Kitchen series continues as Kelly O’Connell shares a few of her favorite beachside treats!
Read MoreFrom ACK to Athens: One Artist’s Journey with Nature
The work of artist Katherine Downey Miller tells a story using movement and light inspired by nature.
Read MorePhoto Portfolio: Life Through the Lens
See some of the amazing images captured by the participants in our annual photo contest.
Read MoreSeaside Sentiments: Where is your bench?
Cape Cod Life readers share personal stories, feelings, and moments that capture the spirit of what this special place means.
Read MoreGood Things in LIFE: No Strings Attached Lemoncello
Two friends “squeezed the day” and turned a classic into an irresistibly delicious idea.
Read MoreGood Reads in LIFE: Cookbooks to help make your summer sizzle
Summer entertaining calls for recipes that celebrate fresh, seasonal ingredients served with flair and fun. These two cookbooks, by authors with local ties, deliver the coastal charm that will help you make unforgettable summer moments.
Read MoreSpotlight: The Village Toy Store
The Village Toy Store Is All About the Magic Of Fun For 27 years, The Village Toy Store in Brewster has been a beloved staple on Cape Cod, bringing joy, creativity, and hands-on learning to generations of children. For the past 11 years, the “Fun…
Read MoreSpotlight: The Wee Packet
The Wee Packet A Cape Cod Tradition Since 1949 Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Gift Shoppe Tucked into the heart of Dennis Port at the corner of Depot Street and Lower County Road, The Wee Packet has been a cherished part of Cape Cod…
Read MoreGunk’holing: Sort Of A Working Vacation
This is the first Gunk’holing reprint I’m preparing since Brian passed away in May. I thought it would be fitting to recall a moment he described as “The best vacation of my life.” Here scenery, atmosphere, and precious personal moments come toget…
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