As the mussels open, they give off their own salty liquid to mingle with the flavors you’ve put in the pot. They are simply prepared but not what I call simple food. I find it quite sophisticated to ...

There's one thing to remember about mussels: Don't be afraid. It often seems that people have a fear of food poisoning from these bivalves, far more than other types of seafood. Take a few minutes to ...

It's 1970-something. Mussels are virtually unknown in the United States. They're something that the French eat, but what can you expect of a people that eats snails? I'm on a beach on Nantucket Island ...

Everyone loves a deal. And deals on your favorite foods? Well, that’s even better. At Flip Flops Dockside Eatery in Fort Lauderdale, there’s a different deal on food almost every day of the week, ...

Survival of the fittest is expertly exemplified by one marine creature: Minnesota’s freshwater mussels. These shellfish are being applauded for their unique and clever survival strategy. They ...

Moules Gratinée are a favorite French appetizer, which I found shocking when I was introduced to them at a restaurant in Aix-en-Provence. I had grown up in a Southern California beach town, where ...

Reader Bites celebrates dishes, drinks, and atmospheres from the Chicagoland food scene. Have you had a recent food or drink experience that you can’t stop thinking about? Share it with us at ...