SANTA CRUZ >> Derek Rupp claims there’s no secret to his award-winning clam chowder. His competition at last year’s Santa Cruz Clam Chowder Cook-Off would likely disagree. Rupp, owner and chef of the ...

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When was the last time you had a wicked good clam chowder? Or said the word “wicked” in a sentence, really? Let’s put it this way: You don’t know a good bowl of chowder or bisque until you’ve had it ...

PORTSMOUTH — In front of his riverside restaurant Wednesday afternoon, Mayor Jack Blalock smiled as he dumped a bucket full of clam chowder over the head of an out-of-state visitor. "Piping hot," said ...

Chicago is known for its deep-dish pizza, Kansas City has barbeque covered, New York City is famous for bagels, San Francisco has sourdough and the cheese-steak sandwich calls Philadelphia home. And ...

Chowder Heads, the New England-style seafood eatery, has closed its West Palm Beach location after eight months in business. The Okeechobee Boulevard location was the second for the brand, known for ...

Melt the butter in large soup pot (8 to 10 quarts) placed over medium heat. Add the carrots, celery, onions, bay leaves, thyme, parsley and peppercorns. Cook and stir until vegetables become soft and ...

Chowder Heads, the New England-style seafood eatery, has closed its West Palm Beach location after eight months in business. The Okeechobee Boulevard location was the second for the brand, known for ...