November/December 2019

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Chef Ben’s Heartwarming Holiday

By Allyson Plessner / December 20, 2019

Chef Ben Robinson found international fame on Bravo’s reality series “Below Deck,” but this week he’s returned to his home of Cape Cod to focus his attentions and his considerable influence on the local community. While his immense talents are often seen on mega yach…

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A Splash of Color on the Grey Lady

By Allyson Plessner / November 21, 2019

Meredith Hanson is a light that shines through even the foggiest days on Nantucket A night so dark that the only indication of the impending fog rolling in is the stars overhead disappearing into the cold grasp of nightfall, one by one, blinking away into…

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Living Local

By Allyson Plessner / November 21, 2019

From local shops and eats to fun events, there’s plenty to do on the Cape even after the last of the tourists head over the bridge. LoveLiveLocal is a driving force dedicated to supporting and celebrating this special region. “We are very passionate about where…

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The Art of the Cheese Board

By Stefanie Celata / November 21, 2019

‘Tis the season for gatherings! Eat, drink and be merry with snack boards sourced from Cape Cod and the Islands. Impress family and friends this holiday season with beautiful and bountiful culinary creations of winter fruits, blooming cheese and golden honey, with loca…

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Photo Portfolio: Nick Giamarco

By Elizabeth Shaw / November 21, 2019

After years away, photographer Nick Giammarco explores the Cape, camera in hand, to capture the ceaseless beauty of the area. The beauty of the Cape is undeniable. Thousands flock to the Cape and Islands every year and whip out their  phones to take photos of…

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Gunkholing: It Took About Six Minutes

By Brian Shortsleeve / November 21, 2019

In 1992, the January issue was dedicated to the historic Hurricane “Bob” that had just ravaged the shoreline of the Cape and Islands the previous August. The Gunkholing column in that issue recounted the travails experienced by Brian’s boat the Lady Carline, and is rep…

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Treasures and ‘Tails’ to be Told

By Brenna Collins / November 20, 2019

Susan Lister Locke’s timeless designs Every piece of jewelry has a story, whether it be a token of love or the embodiment of an exceptional memory or vacation. The Cape and Islands hold a special place in the hearts of many, and the right jewelry…

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Stone Cold Competitors

By Matt Tormey / November 20, 2019

Rock in the House A handshake is a common occurrence at Falmouth’s Cape Cod Curling Club (CCCC), marking the beginning and end of every match. Rarely in other sports does such a cordial expression happen among the entire team before the start of every game…

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Entrance to Nantucket Harber from the sky

Village LIFE: The Pearls of Nantucket

By Brenna Collins / November 20, 2019

The soul of Nantucket is one of fortitude and ingenuity. Landing on a shore over thirty miles from the mainland, its first settlers built booming industries from the ground up. Throughout its centuries of triumphs, Nantucket has become a luxurious, coastal haven. Strolling i…

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Art on the Plate: Water Street Kitchen

By Elizabeth Shaw / November 20, 2019

While most of Woods Hole closes its doors to the winter chill, Water Street Kitchen aims to provide creative, delicious dishes to Cape Codders, no matter the season. Located on, as the name suggests, Water Street, guests can watch the Martha’s Vineyard ferries and fishing&…

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The Dazzling Curiosity & Ferocity of Winter Storms on Cape Cod

By James P. Freeman / November 20, 2019

Winter Storms may be a common occurrence for Cape Codders, but they certainly leave their mark. “Blizzard ’05 worst on Cape in my life…” reads the hand-written entry on January 23, 2005 in the Weather Wizard’s 5-Year Weather Diary; the witness and author: meteorolo…

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