From NBC's Today show on Monday May 19, 2008
TODAY’s Natalie Morales chats with Dana Slatkin, chef and author of “Summertime Anytime Cookbook ,” who shows how to make a summertime seafood chowder.
Watch the segment from TODAY It's time to whip out those warm weather recipes and take advantage of the season's best food! Preparing fresh seafood can be a little intimidating, but it's much easier than it looks. From picking the right muscles and clams, to seasoning it to perfection- you can cook up this great chowder recipe in no time.
Ever wanted to try some surf and turf but are too scared to try it? Start out by preparing this cod wrapped in Soranno ham dish by renowned chef Tom Valenti . Valenti says that besides added new and exciting types of flavor to the dish, it's also a fun way to prepare a last-minute meal while entertaining friends and family.
Stuck in a cooking rut? It may be time to dabble in different cuisines and experiment with new flavors and ingredients. To help you break out of your routine, iVillage has rounded up six adventurous yet approachable international recipes that will take you on a culinary tour around the world.
Perhaps you're just starting to venture into the kitchen... If you're a fledgling cook, don't be embarrassed about your lack of culinary skills. Your fellow cooks will take you under their wings and share their own cooking tips and tricks on the iVillage Cooking 101 message board . Learn about their techniques and recipe secrets as well as advice on everything from shopping for ingredients to preparing great meals.
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