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Online Exclusive: Heating Up

In the July 2023 issue of Cape Cod LIFE, we had the privilege to reflect on Pain D’Avignon’s history on the Cape, as well as delve into the exciting things ahead for them, namely a new pizzeria and coffee roasters attached to their main boulangerie in Hyannis. Now, we know that their new pizzeria was just the beginning of what is sure to become a Cape Cod dynasty for generations to enjoy. Alongside their new...

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Beyond the Basics

For generations, Cape Cod and the Islands have been places where people come together. Families return to the same towns summer after summer, friends crowd into beach houses, and loved ones gather for everything from weddings and milestone birthdays to backyard dinners that turn into celebrations of their own.There is something about the Cape that makes life’s big and small moments feel worth celebrating. And while the reasons for gathering may be timeless, the ways...

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The Golden Hour

A bustling marina, a table set for friends, and a feast of fresh local seafood make for an unforgettable dinner party that says summer isn’t over yet.

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Photo Portfolio: Doug Meehan

What can’t he do? Beloved Cape Cod native, famed media personality, former Nantucket ferry captain and cancer survivor, Doug Meehan, is also a talented photographer.

LIFE’s Canvas: Carrie Megan

From graphic design and children’s art to botanicals and abstract landscapes, Carrie Megan’s artistic journey has evolved as beautifully as her paintings.

A Love Letter to Nantucket

The cherished island will always hold a special place in the hearts of one couple who vow to return every year.

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A Tale of the Tides

Builder Rob Cicchetti builds a dream home for an active family that will endure for generations.

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Seeing Beautifully

Is it art and science, or craftsmanship and curiosity that define the intricate pieces of Telescopes of Vermont? Or maybe it’s a little of each.

From the Field to the Table: A Taste of Summer at Bartlett’s Farm

Bartlett’s Farm provides the inspiration for chef Iris McNally of Iris & Company Catering to create four recipes that highlight the best of a local harvest.

The Art of Welcome

Designer Robin Arouca perfectly appoints a home built by Cataldo Custom Builders on Green Pond that blends craftsmanship with a warm, family-centered design.

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Our feelings of support and gratitude for what the art community contributes to this unique landscape are deep. Therefore, all the content in this year's Cape Cod ART is available for everyone to read!

2026 Artist Profiles

Artist Profile: Michael R. Mills

As a child, Michael R. Mills dabbled in art classes and slow weekends spent copying illustrations out of magazines. “Sidewalk…

Artist Profile: Matt Carrano

There is a layered quality to Matt Carrano’s work—both literally and conceptually—that reflects not only his materials, but the way…

Artist Profile: Amy Belle Rice

Upon viewing Amy Belle Rice’s work, one notices an ease that feels both intentional and innate—a quiet clarity that mirrors…

Artist Profile: Richard Muccini

Artists have made dramatic use of contrast for centuries, well before the Italians coined the term chiaroscuro to describe the…

Artist Profile: Nancy Nicol

For Nancy Nicol, the act of creating is not confined to a single medium or moment. It is, instead, a…

Artist Profile: Lyn Coffey

There are approximately 7,170 known languages in the world today. For artist Lyn Coffey, there are 7,171. “Color has become…

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Hometown Heroes

Ollie and Star are all paws in when it comes to doing good in our community.

Retail Retrievers

Regional retailers share the joys of having pups on the payroll.

Doggie Influencers

Three insiders share their tips and tricks for making the most of your time on Cape Cod.

Travel Hounds

Hit the road with ease—these companies make traveling to the Cape & Islands an experience worth barking about.