Each Summer, I love seeing what new places open in each of the towns.  Of course living in Oak Bluffs, I am always hopeful of some great new spots, and this year there are a couple. If you’ve walked down Circuit Avenue this Summer, you’ve probably noticed a few new shops and restaurants.  Let’s start at the top of Circuit...

For the last couple of years, people have been telling me that I had to experience Trio at Black Sheep on North Summer Street in Edgartown.  Finally, I made it a point to schedule a girl’s night with my friend Dailyn, and see what all the buzz was about. From Gourmet Shop to Chic Cafe The Black Sheep becomes Trio aft...

Many people may not know this, but I am not the most “outdoorsy” person, which is somewhat sad, since I live in one of the most beautiful places in the world.  So, for Summer 2013, I have been making a conscious effort to get out and do more, and take advantage of the Island. I hike the trails a bit now, and I even did SUP (st...

When walking down Main Street in Vineyard Haven, you will most likely come across a small store named AquaNaut.  In the windows, there are scrimshaw items and watches.  Yes, the scrimshaw is nice, but it’s the watches that caught my eye.  And of course there is a story behind them. Meet Rubin Douglas Cronig, yes of t...

Many of us have traditions for the fourth of July holiday.  For some, it’s a family BBQ, for others it’s a parade. I know I love the Edgartown July 4th parade, but whatever it is, it’s what makes the holiday such a special part of the Summer. Luckily for us, we happen to be on Martha’s Vineyard, and the fourth of July is a lot...

Walking down Circuit Avenue in Oak Bluffs, you will definitely notice Fat Ronnie’s MV Burger bar.  First of all, the space is white and modern and inviting.  Not that the idea of a burger bar isn’t seductive enough, but seriously, the space is wonderful.  So clean and crisp and different from any other small pla...

Each Summer season I love going to the three big Island towns and checking out what’s new.  With this post, I am focusing on Edgartown, and as always, there is a lot happening in this quaint, picturesque old whaling town. Lots Brewing in Edgartown Not that long ago, Edgartown was not necessarily the best town to visit for a gr...

One of the best things about Katama, and there are many, is the Katama General Store.  For 11 Summers, owners Jackie and Doug Korell, have been delighting Summer and year-round residents. This dynamic duo also own Lobster Tales Catering. What would make them want to buy a general store?  Well, if you’ve ever met Jack...

Last week when I was passing Edgartown Books on Main Street in Edgartown, I saw the sign for Behind the Bookstore Coffee Bar, and my interest was piqued.  Short on time, I had to wait to go back another week, and let me tell you, I am in love. btb The walkway back to btb (lowercase letters on purpose and is actually its logo) ...

Even with all the people I have met through writing this blog and hosting on Plum TV, I am still sometimes blown away by the people I meet on this Island.  Eli Dag0stino is one of those people. For months, I have been following Eli’s 365 Project.  He is actually photographing 365 people who have influenced his life ...