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By Maria Allen Oyster season has arrived on the South Shore and nowhere is it more joyfully celebrated than at The Raw Bar at Island Creek Oyster Farm in Duxbury. On a crisp fall Friday afternoon, trays of freshly shucked oysters and golden IPAs set the stage for a dining experience that is equal parts … Read more
Evocative still life photography by Melissa Diane Clayton By Maria Allen Every artist has a muse. Hanover photographer Melissa Diane Clayton finds much of her creative inspiration in her garden. Specializing in documentary-style portraits and still-life photography, she has developed a substantial body of work that captures the fleeting yet timeless beauty of cut flowers. … Read more
A new cookbook published by Cohasset-based Salty Days Media showcases recipes and inspiring stories from Samuel Adams’ Brewing the American Dream program. Photography Copyright c 2024 by Michael Piazza/Saint LUCY Represents Reproduced by kind permission of Salty Days Media Company LLC If your idea of a perfect summer day includes a delicious home-cooked meal … Read more
From historic homes to neighborhood bakeries, Scituate’s Country Way is one of the South Shore’s most beloved back roads. Written by Richard Trust Photography by Zoe Stoner Long before Routes 3 or 3A existed, Country Way was king of the roads in Scituate. The region was first settled by Europeans in the 1620s. The … Read more
Playful fashions from local children’s boutiques are perfect for a day enjoying Nantasket Beach attractions and activities. Thank you to Northeast Surfing, Nantasket Sweets by Swedes and the historic Paragon Carousel for being part of our fashion shoot! Photography: Kate Rogan, Ellie Finn Photography Signed Management Models: CeCe, Phil … Read more
South Shore food trucks you don’t want to miss this summer. By Joey Macari If you’ve ever made dinner plans around where your favorite food truck is popping up, you’re not alone. These mobile kitchens offer a fun twist on takeout, serving up next-level eats at local farmers markets, baseball fields and food truck … Read more
Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Sho-fu-an Wind in the Pines Tea Hut at The Art Complex Museum in Duxbury. By Sydney Hemmer Photo credit: John Polak Photography, Easthampton The Art Complex Museum in Duxbury is a place where nature and art blend together. Visitors can stroll through the peaceful grounds, shaded by lush green trees, … Read more
The City of Presidents marks its 400th anniversary this year. We sat down with Mayor Thomas Koch to talk about Quincy’s history and its plans for the big celebration, which includes parades, concerts, festivals, symposiums and much more. By Dave Kindy Photos by Lisa Aimola, City of Quincy Q: Quincy is a city with a … Read more
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By Maria Allen A Blooming Tradition Lucky Finn’s 7th Annual Mother’s Day Floral Installation Scituate Harbor will once again be bursting with blooms as the 7th Annual Mother’s Day Floral Installation returns to Lucky Finn Cafe. This cherished community tradition transforms the beloved coffee shop into a breathtaking floral masterpiece, featuring more than 3,000 flowers … Read more
Curating the next wave of fine art appreciation. By Maria Allen Photography by Kjeld Mahoney For Christina Godfrey, the director of the newly opened Savage Godfrey Gallery in Norwell, art is more than just a passion—it’s a family legacy. The daughter of abstract expressionist painter Robert S. Neuman and gallerist Sunne Savage (who founded the … Read more
