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World War II’s Lasting Mark

An unflinching sentry awaits new orders. Through sixty-plus years of scorching sun and biting wind, the lone sentry remains on post – the final relic of a once-massive coastal defense system that guarded a vital American waterway. Standing half-forgotten on a scrub-covered parcel of beachfront, the concrete guardian now awaits a new set of orders.… Read more »

Meet the Innkeepers: Part 3

Cape May is known across the country for its tastefully done and highly maintained bed & breakfast inns. CapeMay.com thought it would be insightful to get the answers to some basic questions from every innkeeper in town. Andrew Jepson Innkeeper of Beauclaire’s Bed & Breakfast Owners Joe & Joanne Giovanetti 23 Ocean Street How many… Read more »

Who’s New, Who’s Moved, and Who’s Gone: 2006

Another year has come and gone and we’re about to swing into full summer-time mode. Before we do, let’s take look at who’s new and who’s gone.  The streetscape certainly changed on the Washington Street Mall this year with the departure of McDowell’s Gallery. The old bank building at the corner of the mall and… Read more »

Who’s New, Who’s Moved, Who’s Gone 2006

Another year has come and gone and we’re about to swing into full summer-time mode. Before we do, let’s take look at who’s new and who’s gone. The streetscape certainly changed on the Washington Street Mall this year with the departure of McDowell’s Gallery. The old bank building at the corner of the mall and… Read more »

The components of a great meal

What components make a good meal? Often when asked what we want for dinner, we focus on the center of the plate, chicken, beef, fish but just like a jazz band, all components must work in unison to produce beautiful music. A missed beat on the plate can turn a great concept into a lackluster… Read more »

How many tours can a tourist take in one day?

My assignment? What to do on a cloudy/rainy day in Cape May? Why the answer to that is as easy as pie. Take a tour. But how many tours can tourist tour if a tourist could tour Cape May? I set my problem before Jean Barraclough, who handles public relations for the citadel of tours… Read more »

Meet the Innkeepers: Part II

Cape May is known across the country for its tastefully done and highly maintained bed & breakfast inns. CapeMay.com thought it would be insightful to get the answers to some basic questions from every innkeeper in town. The eight inns represented here are the second group to be interviewed. The Albert Stevens Inn 127 Myrtle… Read more »

Food I love: Cheese

I am back. Sorry for the missing column last month. Things got a little backlogged while trying to get out the new Cape May Magazine column. (Shameless plug time.) If you want more recipes and culinary rambling, check out Cape May Magazine, where you can actually see what the dishes are supposed to look like.… Read more »

Meet the Innkeepers

Cape May is known across the country for its tastefully done and highly maintained bed & breakfast inns. CapeMay.com thought it would be insightful to get the answers to some basic questions from every innkeeper in town. The eight inns represented here are the first group to be interviewed. King’s Cottage,   9 Perry Street… Read more »

Starting a vineyard by the seaside

When March rolls around, I start watching for signs of spring. I keep my eye on No Frills Farm on Seashore Road to see when the new plantings will be available to buy. I run by Rea’s Farm at Stevens and Bayshore roads to see if they’re plowing up the fields yet. And I keep… Read more »