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Culinary Hardware

Text by Jon Davies | Published March 1st, 2010 in Recipes • The Persnickety Chef

For specialty kitchen equipment, thinking outside the box can save you money. After your trip to the hardware store, head into the kitchen with these recipes for Crème Brûlée and Cedar-planked Salmon.
Art Between Heaven and the Dunes

Text by Pete Yard | Published March 1st, 2010 in Characters

The allure of Cape May County and its surroundings is undeniable. Artists of all kinds have been attracted to the coastal town almost from the beginning. The following artists have been inspired by Cape May so much that they’ve each produced many different works, and they share their views on why they keep returning.
Making Your Garden a Birding Mecca

Text by Lorraine Kiefer | Published March 1st, 2010 in Garden Talk • Gardening

Do you have birds gobbling up seeds and insect pests in your garden? If not, you should consider adding a bird feeder and planning to plant some bird-friendly plants for next year.
Winter Pictorial – A Harbinger of Spring?

Text by CapeMay.com | Published March 1st, 2010 in In Pictures

It has been quite the winter and, although it is still winter, we here at CapeMay.com thought we’d give spring a little nudge by showing you what we hope will be the final word when it comes to snow.
What’s happening this February?

Text by Susan Tischler | Published February 1st, 2010 in Events • Happenings

Most people would never think of February as a month to visit the Seashore – and in most instances, you’d be right – but that’s where Cape May differs from the rest. The small town atmosphere and the lure of Victorian architecture have always made Cape May a year-round destination.
Soup – A Gardener’s Elixir of Life

Text by Lorraine Kiefer | Published February 1st, 2010 in Garden Talk • Gardening • Recipes

Many gardeners like to get outside, even in cold weather. A lot of gardeners also like to cook using their garden vegetables. Enjoy recipes for Monk’s Garden Soup, Barscazc, Chicken Soup with Greens, and Tomato Soup.
Tavern OF the GREEN: Sustainable Cooking

Text by Jon Davies | Published February 1st, 2010 in Recipes • The Persnickety Chef

Greening our kitchens can be relatively painless. Buying local can be as simple as stopping at Duckies on Broadway or other local farmers’ markets to buy what is fresh and in-season before you drive off the island to hit the local grocery store chains. Spring Peas and Pearl Onions with Amish Bacon, Pan Seared Scallops and Leek Potato Hash with Beet Horseradish Puree, Mushroom Vinaigrette Salad, and Poached Local Eggs Florentine using Jersey Spinach
Favorite Photos from Picture of the Day 2009

Text by CapeMay.com | Published February 1st, 2010 in In Pictures

It’s that time of the year to pick your favorite 2009 CapeMay.com pictures from our Picture of the Day Photo Gallery. We know from your comments and heart clicks that it is one of your favorite sections on the website and your responses were overwhelming. Thank you. Here’s the winners and don’t forget, all pictures are available for purchase.
Rise and Loaf in the New Year

Text by Jon Davies | Published January 1st, 2010 in Recipes • The Persnickety Chef

Bread has long been a symbol of life. Wheat from which bread is born has a unique attribute in the plant world. This month try these recipes for Basic Baguette and Brioche.
Looking Back at 2009

Text by CapeMay.com | Published January 1st, 2010 in Happenings

The end-of-the-year headlines review always comes with changes, which are inevitable, but what is striking about this year is how slow some changes take and yet other things seem to happen over night.
The headline which most dominated the year was that of the tragic loss of the Lady Mary and the six fishermen who were [...]