Now and then a new idea hits me–and by new I mean a new way to do a favorite thing. I had a couple dozen clams, and some leftover pasta . While I was headed for Clams Casino, instead here’s what happened: roughly chop some leftover pasta (mine was already tossed in butter, lemon and parsley)…. View Article

Today on MHTV: Exotic doesn’t have to mean scary; this bold and brightly-flavored Asian-inspired menu is all about making exotic easy.  Seared sirloin sits on a bed of scallions and arugula with my Thai Beef salad while my Clams with Lemongrass and Chilies make a great, quick app. For a balance of hot and sweet,… View Article

  TODAY on MHTV: Here’s my never-fail strategy for any last-minute dinner party. Think global, and set out a bold spread of Thai beef salad, chicken and coconut milk soup, steamed clams with lemongrass and chiles, and a self-serve rose wine bar. More from the show. Get the recipes from this episode: Thai Beef Salad Chicken and… View Article

TODAY on MHTV: Summertime is all about fresh ingredients, especially fresh seafood and this time I’m going to put my own twist on everything. My inside-out lobster roll is bun-less and I’ve got toasted Brioche croutons on the side instead. Steamed clams and corn cook in a white wine broth, and a dessert of berries… View Article

TODAY on MHTV: Summer always makes me think of my trips to Massachusetts to see my mom and all the great meals we shared during those visits. Today, I’m reminiscing and making my version of New England clam chowder. It’s a little lighter than the traditional soup but still rich in flavor; I mix the… View Article

TODAY on MHTV: A few of my friends are coming over, so I’m making a couple  quick Asian-inspired dishes that pair well with one of my favorite wines: Rose. I’ve got a wine bar set up so everyone can just help themselves while you get started on a fast app of clams with lemongrass and… View Article

TODAY on MHTV: Growing up in an Italian family, all of my go-to comfort foods are—you guessed it—Italian. My favorite pasta dish is linguine with clams; fresh littlenecks or cockles tossed in pasta and drizzled with chili-infused olive oil. Bruschetta Pomodoro is a flavorful appetizer of crunchy garlic bread topped with fresh tomatoes and basil;… View Article