High Tide

The CapeMay.com blog

Of Lilacs and Lily of the Valley

As spring matures and May arrives, gentle breezes are laden with the fragrance of Lilacs and Lily of the Valley. I love these and can drift back to childhood days in either of my grandmothers’ gardens when I could smell their wonderful fragrances. Back then, I think that most everyone had hedges of lilacs, often… Read more »

Off the Hook

Click, click, click, zzzzzzzz…ah music to my ears after such a long winter. It’s time to talk about my favorite type of fishing and one that I’m regarded as an expert at: shark fishing.

Cowboys of the East

A look into the world of Cape May’s commercial fishing industry. Text by Bill Godfrey. Photographs by Stephen Spagnuola. Originally published in Cape May Magazine.

Eggstranoeus Information

The egg has often been called the perfect package. Delicate, yet sturdy. Encased in the porcelain white shell is a bundle of flavor and texture. No single food is as versatile as the egg. A staple for breakfast, it is also a key component in sweet and savory dishes. Recipes Avgolemeno, Coconut Custard Pie, and Angel Food Cake with Seven Minute Frosting

Culinary Hardware

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.

The Dead of Winter

Psychic/medium and author Craig McManus leads us on a virtual ghost tour, which begins on one of Cape May’s most haunted streets, Columbia Avenue PLUS: Craig shares EVPs from the investigation. Have a listen and decide for yourself!

Art Between Heaven and the Dunes

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.