Where the Shore Meets the Good Life

Dining & Drink

The Best New Restaurants Opening This Summer, From Sea Isle to Cape May City

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

By Cape May Current Staff · April 20, 2026

Style

Shore Ready: The Summer 2026 Style Guide for the Discerning Shore Visitor

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

By Cape May Current Staff · April 18, 2026

Local Voices

Four Generations, One Clam Bar: The Family Keeping a Wildwood Institution Alive

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

By Cape May Current Staff · April 15, 2026

Development Watch

The Planning Board Battle That Could Reshape West Cape May's Waterfront

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

By Cape May Current Staff · April 12, 2026