Sunday, November 1, 2026
- ABOUT THE COVER
A spectacular view welcomes guests of a home ideally situated on Indian River Bay.
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publishers JONATHAN & ERIN WESTMAN
Page 20 - Featured Locations
WELCOME TO THE ANTICIPATED RETURN OF FALL— arguably the best time of year on the Eastern Shore! Let’s celebrate ideal temperatures, fun festivals and less…
Page 22 - DRIVEN BY PASSION, POWERED BY INNOVATION
Step into the Pohanka Kia of Salisbury showroom and you will immediately notice the vibrant, welcoming atmosphere. Backed by an all-new management team, its…
Page 26 - Riding the WaveWritten by Kristen Hampshire I Photography by Pamela Aquilani · Page 30
- The Best Fall Food FestivalsWritten by Kristen Hampshire · Page 34
- SCRAPPLE. SERIOUSLY.
Only in Bridgeville could scrapple inspire two days of food, fun and flying skillets.
Page 35 - CHEERS TO BEERS
Beer tastes better outside — especially after dark. Friday night transforms Pemberton Historical Park into a beer lover’s playground, with dozens of…
Page 35 - CELEBRATING WATERMEN
Get up close with the people, boats and traditions behind the Shore’s working waterfront.
Page 36 - AW, SHUCKS
Oyster season deserves a proper welcome. Chincoteague has been giving it one for more than half a century with an all-you-can-eat celebration that puts the…
Page 36 - BRING ON THE BRATS
Prost! Downtown Berlin goes Bavarian for the day with brats, knockwurst, soft pretzels, German chocolate cake and plenty to wash it all down. The Edelweiss…
Page 36 - SAVE THE DATE
Technically November. Definitely worth putting on the calendar.
Page 36 - WINE MEETS SUNFEST
New weekend. New location. Same reason to raise a glass. After decades as a September tradition, Wine on the Beach moves to Sunfest weekend this year,…
Page 36 - ART IS ALIVE AT 3TEN STUDIOS
For sisters Sherry Christopher and Lori Dever, art is always in motion.
Written by Kristen Hampshire | Photography by Jill Jasuta · Page 39 - Chesapeake Film Festival
The Chesapeake Film Festival (CFF) will take place October 8-10 throughout historic Easton, celebrating the power of stories, voices and action. The…
Page 44 - A STORYTELLING LENS
For Sharon Thorpe, photography opens a window to explore new worlds. It’s a storytelling medium that exposes viewers to diverse perspectives, new ideas and…
Written by Kristen Hampshire | Photography by Jill Jasuta · Page 46 - A Visual Vocabulary
Sharon grew up in Baltimore as part of a family that traveled often; although somewhat surprisingly, the Eastern Shore wasn’t a regular destination. She…
Page 48 - READY. SET. DOCK.
On Tilghman Island, working the water is a way of life passed from one generation to the next. On Saturday, Oct. 17, this heritage takes center stage during…
Page 51 - The ArtsPage 52
- Following the ThreadWritten by Harriet Edleson I Photography by Jill Jasuta · Page 53
- The Arts
Japan has a rich history in textiles, so it’s not surprising that Yuh Okano was drawn to the art.
Page 54 - Keep Running Forward
Keep the goal. Alter the course. Regroup and run to the finish.
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on something difficult was exactly what she needed.
Page 60 - Celebrating TidalHealth’s award-winning practitioners
At TidalHealth, we are proud to celebrate the exceptional physicians, advanced practice clinicians and care teams whose dedication has earned them…
Page 62 - Best General Surgeon: Alae Zarif, MD, TidalHealth General Surgery
Alae Zarif, MD, has again been recognized as Worcester County’s Best General Surgeon in Coastal Style’s Best Of readers’ choice awards for 2026. He was…
Page 63 - Best Nurse Practitioner: Jordan Braniff, DNP, CRNP, FNP-C, TidalHealth Primary Care
Worcester County native Jordan Braniff, DNP, CRNP, FNP-C, has been named the county’s Best Nurse Practitioner by Coastal Style readers for the third year in…
Page 63 - Best Physician and Best Primary Care Provider: Tammy Donoway, DO, TidalHealth Primary Care
Coastal Style readers think so much of Tammy Donoway, DO, that they not only voted her Best Physician for the second year in a row, but this year she was…
Page 64 - Best Pediatrician: Anita Pascucci, DO, TidalHealth Pediatrics
Anita Pascucci, DO, who cares for patients at TidalHealth Pediatrics, first became interested in working in the medical field when she was a child. Now,…
Page 64 - Best OB/GYN: Melissa Braniff, CRNP, TidalHealth Gynecology & Prenatal Care
Melissa Braniff, CRNP, joined TidalHealth Gynecology & Prenatal Care in January 2020 to provide women’s healthcare for the Berlin/Ocean City community.…
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Care Provider in Worcester County, particularly through the vote of people in the community that I have the privilege of serving,” Donoway said. “I have…
Page 65 - Best Physician Assistant: Alison Diesel, PA-C, TidalHealth Primary Care
Raised in Worcester County, Alison Diesel, PA-C, returned to the Eastern Shore in 2015 to begin caring for patients in her community. Readers of Coastal…
Page 65 - Best Physician Assistant: Robert Becker, PA-C, TidalHealth Peninsula Orthopaedic Institute
Robert Becker, PA-C, was voted Wicomico County’s Best Physician Assistant by Coastal Style readers for 2026. He provides comprehensive orthopedic care for…
Page 65 - Award-winning locations
TidalHealth Cardiology offers care at two locations in Wicomico County: in North Salisbury at 400 Eastern Shore Drive and in South Salisbury at 106 Milford…
Page 66 - Worcester County
TidalHealth Community Pharmacy offers three locations in Worcester County: North Ocean Pines at 11101 Cathage Road, South Ocean Pines at 10614 Racetrack…
Page 67 - Sussex County
TidalHealth Cardiology is located at 200 Federal St. in Seaford and 30265 Commerce Drive, Suite 105, in Millsboro.
Page 67 - Not every breast concern is cancer, but every concern deserves answers
Finding a lump, experiencing breast pain or receiving an unexpected mammogram result can be alarming. For many people, the first question is, "Could this be…
Sharnell Smith, MD Breast Surgeon · Page 68 - You’ve been called back after a mammogram. Now what?
If you receive a call or a letter indicating something possibly abnormal was found on your mammogram, the first thing you should do is take a deep breath.…
Alissa Carr, TidalHealth Contributing Writer · Page 69 - LONDONDERRY ON THE TRED AVON
At Londonderry on the Tred Avon, its residents don’t just live there. They help lead the way, shaping what life there looks like. For 35 years, that idea…
Page 72 - DR. RYAN MARINER
Earning a title in Coastal Style’s Best Of for the fifth consecutive year, Mariner Cosmetic Dentistry has established itself as a premier destination for…
Page 73 - LIVE OAK HOME BUILDERS
Live Oak Home Builders has spent a decade redefining the custom home construction journey, and they've earned top honors as Best Homebuilder in Coastal…
Page 75 - DR. MEREDITH TODD
Transforming smiles while completely reshaping how patients view a visit to the dentist, Harbor Dental Center delivers a rare combination of clinical…
Page 76 - THAT DESIGN STUDIO
Award-winning design begins with vision— and that is precisely what defines That Design Studio (TDS). Founded by Steve Simpson, TDS has become one of the…
Page 79 - KELLY DUNN GELOF, ESQ.
For more than 140 years, Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. has stood as one of Delaware’s most trusted law firms, built on a foundation of professional, personalized…
Page 80 - REJUVENATION SKIN WELLNESS & AESTHETICS
At Rejuvenation Skin Wellness & Aesthetics, enhancing beauty isn’t just about appearance—it’s about empowerment. Led by Amanda Donaway, MSN, FNP-BC, this…
Page 84 - BED & BISCUIT
Best Boarding Facility Sussex County
Page 86 - EMILY'S PRODUCE
Best Businesswoman Kelly Jackson Dorchester/Talbot Counties
Page 86 - COCKEY BRENNAN & MALONEY, P.C.
Best Law Firm Wicomico County
Page 88 - DIFEBO’S RESTAURANTS & MARKET
Best Businesswoman Lisa DiFebo-Osias Sussex County
Page 88 - RJB LAW, LLC
Best Defense Attorney Richard Brueckner Worcester County
Page 90 - BENCHMARK PROPERTY SERVICES
Best Property/ Rental Management Company Worcester County
Page 90 - JOHN B. PARSONS ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITY
A revered Salisbury community landmark caring for older adults for over a century, John B. Parsons Assisted Living Community represents a gold standard in…
Page 92 - HANCOCK & SON PLUMBING, HEATING & AIR
When plumbing problems arise, greater Wicomico County knows who to call. Hancock & Son Plumbing delivers trusted expertise to keep your home running…
Page 92 - BRANDYWINE LIVING AT FENWICK ISLAND
Redefining what it means to age with dignity and joy, Brandywine Living at Fenwick Island has earned top honors as Best Assisted Living in Sussex County.…
Page 94 - BRIGHT TITLE AND SETTLEMENT SERVICES, LLC
Since 2017, Bright Title and Settlement Services, LLC, has provided adaptable, professional and courteous title services for residents and business owners…
Page 94 - THOMAS’S FINE JEWELRY
Built on a decade of hard work, passion, and genuine craftsmanship, Thomas’s Fine Jewelry has earned double honors as Dorchester and Talbot Counties’ Best…
Page 96 - EASTERN SHORE PRIMARY CARE & WELLNESS
At Eastern Shore Primary Care & Wellness, healthcare is defined by a deep commitment to community, compassion and true accessibility. Serving local families…
Page 96 - SVETLANA LEAHY PHOTOGRAPHY
Fifteen years ago, I started photographing homes. I had no idea how many doors that work would open.
Page 98 - THE REAL MCCOY GROUP
Combining the intimate, personal touch of a boutique firm with the powerful resources of a national leader, The Real McCoy Group has spent seven years…
Page 98 - PROCINO-WELLS & WOODLAND, LLC
For over 20 years, Procino-Wells & Woodland, LLC (PWW Law) has been leading the way in helping Delaware families protect their loved ones and their legacies…
Page 100 - STAYTON, DICKENS & WEBSTER, LLP
Navigating complex tax laws and financial strategies can feel overwhelming, but Stayton, Dickens & Webster, LLP excels at making the complicated simple.…
Page 100 - Bright Law
Bright Law, with offices in Salisbury and Ocean Pines, represents clients in a variety of real estate and business transactions, trademarks, copyrights, and…
Page 102 - A Shared Vision
Standing outside a home overlooking Indian River Bay, a real estate agent FaceTimed her clients who were casually looking for an Eastern Shore home to serve…
Written by Kristen Hampshire · Page 105 - MASTERING A PLAN
The first phase may be complete, but this house is still a work in progress. Work is underway upstairs, where bedrooms and bathrooms are being reimagined.…
Page 110 - RHYTHM & BLUES
The cottage was charming. The problem was that this family had already outgrown it.
Written by Kristen Hampshire | Photography by Heartbeat Branding · Page 113 - ELEVATED Living ON KENT ISLANDPage 118
- AT SUNSET WHARF, TIMELESS MATERIALS, THOUGHTFUL SIGHTLINES AND AN EASY SENSE OF LUXURY CREATE A REFINED RETREAT ROOTED IN THE RHWritten by Kristen Hampshire | Photography by Peak Visuals · Page 119
- Home + Garden
Waterfront living comes naturally on Kent Island. Sunset Wharf takes it up a notch, pairing the island’s relaxed Eastern Shore lifestyle with 28 luxury…
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