“Why shouldn’t we embrace and celebrate how chaotic it is being a mom? I believe we should, and I also believe we should have one heck of a time while doing it!”— Gina Kirk, owner of Mom Life Must Haves Being a mom is both fantastic and exhausting–and sometimes you just want to shout it … Read more
Director and Curator of Museum Gardens and Landscapes at Plimoth Patuxet Museums By Maria Allen Photography by Jack Foley Spring is a particularly busy time of year for the horticultural team at Plimoth Patuxet Museums in Plymouth, as preparations are made for the museum’s April opening and Annual Spring Heirloom Plant Sale. Heading up … Read more
By Wendy Bawabe, President of the Norwell Historical Society Photography by Tom Sheehan When a historic home has impeccable interior design that respects the architecture of the residence, it is the perfect candidate for a historic house tour. When such a house also has an interesting story, it’s a home run. Several distinctive residences will … Read more
An international designer teaches South Shore residents how to dress. By Laura DeSisto Nina Pimenta’s earliest memory is watching her maternal grandmother Maria José Santos work at her sewing machine in a sunny corner of her modest home in a small Brazilian town. Before long, Pimenta was sitting at that very same sewing machine, learning … Read more
A Hull home maximizes functionality while capitalizing on panoramic views. By Jennifer H. McInerney Photography by Kjeld Mahoney and Dan Cutrona In the Green Hill neighborhood of Hull, on the upward slope of aptly named Summit Avenue, a newly constructed single-family home takes full advantage of the sweeping water views in nearly all directions. Boats … Read more
A Hull bungalow transformation 360 yards from the sea captures the hearts and attention of many. By Kelly Chase Photography by Brian Doherty with portraits by Kaitlyn Litchfield “Salty” is a frequently used adjective in our region, but it has various meanings. Some days the ocean breeze is so salty, its aroma stretches for miles. … Read more
A South Shore milliner’s handcrafted hats provide an elegant flourish of Kentucky Derby Glamour. By Maria Allen Photography by Kjeld Mahoney Designed to attract attention and make a bold statement, decorative cocktail hats have long been a popular fashion accessory worn by British royals and aristocrats. Here in the United States, over-the-top wide-brimmed hats and … Read more
Scituate’s Jesse Cole hits a homer by dreaming up a fun new version of baseball, The Savannah Bananas
By Maria Allen Photography by Lisa Czech Whether sourcing fresh ingredients or ensuring that each dish is perfectly plated, Chef Richmond Edes is always striving for excellence. A Scituate resident who previously worked at acclaimed Boston restaurants like Clio, No. 9 Park, and Menton, Edes now serves as the executive chef at the Tavern at … Read more
Wildlands Trust celebrates 50 remarkable years Story by Karen Grey, President of Wildlands Trust Photography by Drew Lederman Book designed by Steven Pollack The year 2023 marked Wildlands Trust’s 50th Anniversary, a milestone made possible by the collective passion, sacrifice, and generosity of many people working toward the common goal of protecting the lands and … Read more
Food blogger Shawn Williams explains his love for cast iron pans and shares a few of his favorite recipes. By Maria Allen Portrait by Kjeld Mahoney Food photography and recipes by Shawn Williams Scituate resident Shawn Williams received his first cast iron pan about 10 years ago, as a hand-me-down. “It was given to me … Read more
Noreen Cataldo, RN, CCM, is the director of Navigator 27, a new consultative service offered by NVNA and Hospice that is helping families deal with complicated medical diagnosis and decisions. According to the Family Caregiver Alliance, approximately 43.5 million caregivers provided unpaid care in the last 12 months. Most of those caregivers suffer from … Read more
By Maria Allen Photo by Stephanie Berenson Photography When Amanda Edwards was laid off from her aesthetician job in 2020, she found herself at a career crossroads. She was pregnant with her first child at the time and knew that she needed to find a job that would allow her to work from home and … Read more
From an oceanfront steakhouse to a modern Chinese cafe, here’s a look inside 10 local restaurants that are perfect destinations for warming up with a delicious meal.
