Cape Cod Dining & Wedding Notes

Guides from the kitchen at Laurino's Tavern in Brewster — where to eat on Route 6A, what to order, and how to plan a rehearsal dinner or a small Cape Cod wedding without the guesswork.

green grass field under blue sky and white clouds during daytime
local

Brunch on Cape Cod: How to Plan a Weekend Morning

Cape Cod brunch is less about finding the perfect table and more about timing, seasonal hours, and knowing which kind of morning you actually want.

November 10, 2026
A white boat sails on a calm blue bay
local

Where to Eat on a Rainy Cape Cod Day: A Cozy Plan

Rain doesn't ruin a Cape Cod day, it just moves lunch indoors. Here's how to pick a warm room, dodge the noon crush, and order for the weather.

November 10, 2026
A cup of creamy soup with paprika and butter
local

Clam Chowder on Cape Cod: New England vs Rhode Island

Two chowders show up on the same Cape Cod menu, and they are not close cousins. Here is how to tell them apart, what to ask before you order, and why thick does not mean good.

November 1, 2026
Mudflats with water channels at low tide
local

Cape Cod Oysters: A Beginner's Guide to the Local Catch

The names on a Cape raw bar menu are place names, not brands, and they tell you most of what you need to know. Here is how to order Cape Cod oysters with confidence the first time.

November 1, 2026
a road with trees on the side
local

Route 6A Cape Cod Drive: Where to Stop for Lunch

The Old King's Highway runs the whole north side of the Cape, and the lunch decision matters more than you'd think. Here's how to plan a Route 6A Cape Cod drive with a good meal in the middle of it.

October 19, 2026
a beach with houses and trees
local

How to Choose a Lobster Roll on Cape Cod

There isn't one best lobster roll on Cape Cod. There are two styles, a few kinds of settings, and a price that moves with the day's catch. Here's how to choose well.

October 9, 2026
fried shrimp on white and red tray
local

Fried Clams on Cape Cod: How to Get a Great Basket

Fried clams are the one Cape Cod food worth planning a day around. Here's how to pick your basket, your timing, and your table without wasting a trip.

October 2, 2026