Where the Shore Meets the Good Life

A curated guide to the most anticipated openings of the 2026 season — the chefs, the concepts, and the tables worth booking weeks in advance.

From the promenade to the porch — what Avalon and Stone Harbor are wearing this season, with picks from local boutiques and national collections.

The DiFranco family has been serving the boardwalk since 1962. As the Shore changes around them, they're holding the line — and the recipe.

A proposed mixed-use development is pitting preservation advocates against growth proponents — and the outcome will define the town's character for decades.