A Clambake for Christmas – Make Your Holiday Season Delightful

Posted on October 30, 2008
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by Sherry Shantel

For over a hundred years now, clambakes have made outdoor parties more fun and enjoyable, thanks to the Native Americans who introduced it. They are more popularly known as New England clambakes. And, with the holiday season about to arrive, this great idea for an outdoors party with friends and loved ones would surely make it more exciting.

The original clambakes were done in a pit and this pit was dug and a layer of stones were placed on the bottom of the pit. Then a layer of clams, potatoes, live lobster, and corn husks were laid on top the hot stones with fresh seaweed separating the layers.

In order to cook the fresh seafood and vegetables, the Native Americans would make a large fire in the pit, on top of the stones. After the fire has been reduced to hot ash & embers, they would then put the seafood on the hot stones.

There are lots of places where you can get fresh seafood for your planned clambake. There are basically two kinds of clambakes, the standard clambake and the super deluxe clambake wherein shellfish, mussels, shrimp, and other fresh seafood are added. Both of these kinds have clam chowder, lobster bisque, and other supplies needed to serve with the clambake.

Ideally, for bigger parties, the super deluxe clambake for Christmas is often preferred as you are much less likely to run out of food with this type. In addition, the clambake would include more different varieties of seafood and vegetables which guests would surely love.

Modern methods nowadays have indeed replaced the old cooking preparation of clambakes and it includes convenience as you can now have a clambake prepared over the stove or on the grill. But if you have a fire pit, that would be another good option as it follows the more traditional way which still makes the clambake meal very distinct and delicious at the same time. In addition, there will be less cleaning up needed when you opt for a fun outdoor party.

Another good thing about clambakes is that they are very nutritious and healthy as they include seafood and vegetables. No wonder, they are a good idea for a Christmas party as they offer guests a different kind of enjoyment, entirely new from the typical gatherings which usually features not-so-healthy foods.

So how about having the traditional clambake for Christmas celebrations? It would surely make a great conversation starter – as it is not usually done by party hosts. What’s more, the clambake full of nutrients is far superior and interesting than the typical junk food and take-outs people usually have.

About the Author:
The author moves to presenting various kinds of seafood such as lobster clambake. For more mild-hearted, finally, he proposes a soup like clam chowder for a start. When it is time to order check out: Quality Fresh Seafood.

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