Our coastal travels this year had us enjoying tons of seafood—especially bivalves. Clams in Portugal, oysters in Maine, mussels in southern France, and scallops everywhere they were on the menu. In Paris and Santiago de Compostela, Spain, they serve them on the shell with a simple vinaigrette and herby garnish as a starter.
Memories of those beautiful seafood dishes inspire this year’s anniversary dinner. Fortunately, when cooking for two, the smaller purchase makes the cost of seafood feel less painful. When menu planning, think about sides and imaginative touches to make the plate restaurant beautiful.
