Mussels from Prince Edward Island, cockles from New Zealand, periwinkles from Cape Cod and clams from Vancouver -- the shellfish on our dinner plates have flown in from all over for the occasion. And ...

To prepare Catalan-style mussels, start with the How to Clean and Open Mussels. After rinsing the mollusks under running water (1), with the help of a knife, remove encrustations and barnacles from ...

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To prepare mussels in white wine and cream sauce, start with the aromatic herbs: rinse them well and dry them. Then remove the thyme and rosemary leaves from the stems (1) and chop them finely, along ...

The most common species in the United States is the blue mussel; supplies are often from eastern Canada. Green mussels, from New Zealand, are more delicate in flavor. Mussels make an inexpensive yet ...

The best thing about a meal of steamed mussels is the sauce left at the bottom of the bowl. Yes, I adore the bivalves themselves — those sweet, saline nuggets plucked out of their blue-black shells.

Picture an environmentally friendly food. Your mind might turn to the humble lentil, but is it possible to eat more luxuriously while still staying green? Bivalves such as oysters, mussels, clams and ...

Looking for a simple and inexpensive summer dinner? Mussels are healthy, easy to prepare and ideal for outdoor dining. They cook in minutes, which is convenient when the weather is hot and you prefer ...