Recipes
Classic Caprese Salad
Do not skimp on the quality mozzarella for this dish; fresh mozzarella is the only type to use! This recipe is from our Early Summer 2023 issue.
Recipes
Avocado and Bacon Bibb Salad with Chipotle Ranch Dressing
Bibb or butter lettuce is another soft green with a sweet clover-like flavor profile. Its light texture is good for layering, and a small amount can appear larger than it is – great for presentation. This recipe is from our Early Summer 2023 issue.
Recipes
Grilled Tuna Nicoise
A standalone lunch or a light dinner traditionally served with canned tuna; before refrigeration canned, smoked, or salted were really the only options for landlocked fish lovers. Fresh tuna is now easily accessible, and grilled tuna is a great update for this classic salad. Appears in our Early Summer 2023 […]
Artisans Corner
Cape Island Woodworks
The official first greeting when we visited the sylvan Fishing Creek location of Cape Island Woodworks came not from owner John Hassay, but from shop dog Gracie. We heard her excited bark before we saw her, then spotted her wagging tail as she bounded through the grass, John behind her. […]
Nature
Belleplain State Forest
I find it fascinating how landscapes of my youth have had a profound influence on my preferences as an adult. For instance, some of my favorite places can be found within Florida’s Everglades National Park, where slight variations in elevation result in drastic changes in vegetation. As I sit at […]
The Islander
Barbara Freels
If it were not already taken, A Tale of Two Cities might be a perfect title for the life story of West Cape May resident Barbara Freels. Born in Harlem in 1923, Barbara spent her childhood between Manhattan and Cape May, often returning to the city during the summer months when […]
Sound Waves
Ramblin’ Men
It’s summertime on Howard Street, and the evening sky casts a dusky shadow on the crowded lawn of The Chalfonte Hotel. The block buzzes with the melodic funky fusion sounds of The Ramble, beckoning the community to truly unwind on any given Thursday, from a week before Memorial Day until […]
Feature
A Year on the Conchquest: A Photo Essay
A photo essay on board the Conquest, a day boat whose main catch is conch.
Field Trip
Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library
Deep inside the main house at Winterthur, visitors will find a make-believe cityscape, complete with slate and cobblestone pathways, exterior building facades, wrought-iron lamps, and even trees. Each slat, stone, brick, and windowpane were taken from a historic home or tavern, then transferred to the Delaware home of Henry Francis […]
Be Our Guest
Peninsula & Provence
For an authentic European experience in small-town South Jersey, there’s no place like the Peninsula Hotel in Cape May Court House. Walk through these doors, and you’ll be transported from the corner of Main and Mechanic streets to the Cote d’Azur, with cuisine that could rival any on the French […]
Featured Shop
Sea Bags
As home to one of the largest commercial fishing ports on the East Coast, Cape May is no stranger to all things nautical. From fresh-off-the-boat seafood and plenty of places to dock-and-dine, to maritime décor and artwork, Cape May is a hub for the sea-inspired lifestyle. Which is why it’s […]
Wish You Were Here
Lovingly, Anna
The year was 1907. Anna visited the quaint seaside town of Cape May, presumably not from too far away considering the lack of access back then. To set the stage a bit, horse-drawn carriages were still parading up and down dirt roads like the ones displayed in the pictures, when […]
Dining Out
The Lookout at Ferry Park
What’s there to say about The Lookout at Ferry Park? Plenty. Spectacular views from its second-floor location, a coastal mood, and free parking! Wait, there’s more! The Lookout has an excellent international menu, comfy seating, and it’s a great spot for people watching and sunset watching. Really, all the things. […]
Feature
The Bungalow Comes to Cape May
Bungalow architecture became a predominant and preferred building style at the beginning of the 20th century. The design was imported from India and other Asian countries in 1880, where its distinctive low-pitched roofs with wide overhangs and porches protected the building and kept insides cool against the blazing sun. The […]
Brit's Eye View
The Sanderling
I always tell people who are thinking about birds to get a plan on how to look at them, so you don’t skip straight to color and miss all the important stuff: Size, shape, behavior, probability and then patterns of color. Today, let’s look at the Sanderling using these characteristics. […]
Wish You Were Here
Pray Before You Play
These vacationers carved out time for the Lord during their stay. Cape May has a few holy places to choose from for various religious denominations. Each local church holds historic value, like the Brick Church featured on the first card, which has been in operation for over 300 years at […]
Rental History
417 North Broadway
One should, at some point, experience a West Cape May festival. Take your pick; there’s the Strawberry Festival in June, the Tomato Festival in August, and the Lima Bean Festival in October. They’re all delightful celebrations that harken to the borough’s farming roots (the summer Tuesday Farmers Market deserves a […]
Design in Bloom
Pretty Potagers
The latest reports say that up to 35% of U.S. households are now growing something edible. I find that hard to believe, but what we know for sure is that vegetable gardens are experiencing a revival. Perhaps it’s a natural extension of the Farm to Table movement or maybe it […]
Architectural Observations
The Cricket Club: 106 Decatur Street
Cape May Magazine has been tracking the work that occurred at 106 Decatur Street over the course of the last year, culminating in the cover image and dining review in the 2023 Early Spring edition. Our readers got a firsthand account of the establishment’s new (but familiar) restaurateurs, its vibrant […]
Interior Motives
Designing with Dompierre
Just over a decade ago, passersby driving on Roosevelt Boulevard in Upper Township wouldn’t even glance twice at the large former home that sat facing the busy road. It wasn’t an eyesore, exactly, but it wasn’t anything that might catch your attention—until 2015, when Victor Dompierre and Jack Griffin opened […]