Oysters on Cape Cod, Part 2

Part II Preparing and Enjoying Oysters. Opening the oyster shell is called shucking. Some Cape Codders believe that the correct method of shucking is to insert a shucking tool or knife into the side of the shell, however, most of us think that it is easier to go in at the hinge. In the end …

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Oysters on Cape Cod, Part 1

Part I: The Growing and Harvesting of Oysters on Cape Cod Folks visit Cape Cod for a number of reasons. Some come because of our beautiful beaches with their warm sand and gentle waves. Others are looking for a quiet restful place to unwind. However, without a doubt one of the primary reasons for a visit …

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La Cucina sul Mare

An Evening at La Cucina sul Mare, a Cape Cod Southern Italian Restaurant La Cucina is one of the most popular restaurants on Falmouth’s Main Street. It’s owned and run by Mark and Cynthia Cilfone. “Reminiscent of an evening in Italy, La Cucina Sul Mare is a dining experience not easily forgotten. The flavors of the authentic …

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8 Facts for your New England Lobster Feast

The Lobster, a New England Feast To many Cape Cod visitors a lobster meal is on the list of “must do’s” while vacationing in this seaside area. The following are a few facts for your next New England Lobster feast that I found interesting. Folks love to eat the New England lobster as can be seen …

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Cape Restaurant Review: The Flying Bridge

For this Cape Restaurant Review, we recently had a special dinner at the Flying Bridge. Lots of folks were there celebrating Mother’s Day and so were we. The Flying Bridge combines a New England cosmopolitan atmosphere with a dock side cafe. The sun was out, the weather was good so we thought it would be …

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Cape Cod’s Landfall Restaurant Review

How is this for a Cape Cod water view? The Landfall is one of our favorite restaurants. It is located in Woods Hole, one of Falmouth’s 8 villages and just 4 miles from The Palmer House. The food is outstanding and the staff is friendly. Landfall is owned by two local brothers and the kitchen …

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Scallop Season on the Cape

All of the recipes that I have written on this blog have been for breakfasts. However, since moving to Falmouth, six years ago, we have developed a fondness for the abundance of seafood to be found in this area. The following is a particularly tasty dish that we ran across recently. Scallops in Honey, Lemon, …

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