Yesterday was the official ribbon cutting and tour of the Harriet Tubman Museum in celebration of Emancipation Day.
Year: 2020

Easy 4 ingredient egg muffins from Rhythm of the Sea
Have you ever stayed somewhere while traveling and loved the food so much you wished you could make it at home? Well, we asked Amy and Lulzim of Rhythm of the Sea B&B for a yummy treat that you can make yourself.

“Cape Menace” Q&A with author Amy M. Reade
Bestselling mystery writer Amy M. Reade talks about the inspiration behind “Cape Menace,” her research into Cape May County’s history, and what she’s working on next.

A tour of The Hugh, Cape May’s new boutique B&B
We had an opportunity to stop into The Hugh, the new boutique B&B on Washington Street that opened in June. The 1883 Victorian was previously home to the Blue Rose Inn and Alexander’s, but it’s now in the hands of John and Sandy Vizzone, who were kind enough to let us inside for a quick… Read more »

Nominate your favorites in the 2020 Best of Cape May
Instead of our regular survey, in 2020 we want to hear about local businesses that have created great experiences for you this year. Maybe they arranged special pick-up service or developed a creative solution to social distancing. Or maybe they simply gave fantastic customer service. We’ll be sharing select stories on our social media and… Read more »

First look at the new clothing store Willow & Stone
If you’ve visited Cape May during the last year and strolled down Carpenters Lane, you probably noticed the construction going on diagonally across from Fins at 215 Decatur Street. The white house on the corner has transformed from low-key to sharp, and we’re excited to show you the results of the renovation. The ground floor… Read more »

Q&A with “Love On Beach Avenue” author Jennifer Probst
Love on Beach Avenue is the latest novel from romance author Jennifer Probst. Not only have I read it, I also listened to the audiobook while walking around town, and took pictures of some of the actual locations that appear in the novel. Cape May is mentioned in the book at least 26 times! It… Read more »

Outdoor dining and retail shops reopen
Cape May restaurants can reopen for outdoor dining this week as part of New Jersey’s state-wide reopening plan. For everyone’s comfort and safety, tables are to be spaced at least six feet apart in any direction, and smoking is prohibited in outdoor dining spaces. If you’re going inside a restaurant for takeout, you’ll need to… Read more »

Who’s New, Who’s Moved, and Who’s Gone 2020
With sit-down dining and retail still closed across New Jersey due to COVID-19, and our hotels just reopened, it feels premature to be putting together our annual roundup of new, moved, and closed businesses. For now, we’ve gathered what we know, and we’ll continue to update this post with new information as we receive it!… Read more »

A look inside the new Big Wave Burritos
Local favorite Big Wave Burritos has moved to a new location at 605 Lafayette Street, putting them within walking distance to the Washington Street Mall and the beachfront. We popped in for photos (we didn’t touch anything!) of their breezy, surf-inspired new space: bleached wood floors, potted palms, woven basket lights, a show-stopping live-edge table,… Read more »