A traditional way to celebrate, the New England style clambake, is fast becoming a phenomena as a healthy and unique party idea. It actually originated from the Native Americans wherein its method of cooking quickly became a tradition.



Today, its popularity increased as it paved its way all over the coastal area and inland provinces. This idea began when fishermen caught plentiful fish from the Atlantic Ocean, and people living in the coast prepared their seafood by cooking it outdoors.

Seafood at a New England clambake is prepared traditionally by steaming but some people prefer to cook it on a grill. This food includes live lobster or lobster bisque, scallops, shrimp, shellfish, mussels, clams and clam chowder, corn on the cob, potatoes, onions, and carrots. The steaming process can take as little as a few hours to an entire day depending upon the taste. Once the steaming is over, the food is served with lemon wedges and butter.

One of the reasons why lots of party people opt for a clambake is because its fresh and different. It's somehow considered as unique from all of the dinner parties people usually attend. With a new gathering idea for an option, guests would surely be glad to be part of the event.

The main dish is seafood, which is known for its low amounts of calories and fats. Your meal is steamed, not breaded or fried, which further reduces its calories. Another enticing fact about a New England clambake is that, unlike other popular functions such as barbecues and cookouts, the food served is considered healthy. Finally, the side dishes are usually vegetables which is indeed very nutritious. Even people on strict diets will surely find something to eat.

A clambake can be simple or extravagantly complicated, if you like. With a simple clambake, meals can be prepared in a home steamer inside the house. However, this doesn't really follow the tradition as the best clambakes would be held outdoors with friends helping to prepare the meals.

The New England style clambake has indeed succeeded in making feasts more fun and exciting over many generations. What's good about it is it can be adapted into any event or celebration. A nice and fun memory like this would surely place you in the mainstream of an historical tradition and never forgotten by your guests.

You really do not have to be in New England just to be a part of the New England style clambake as you can very well hold your own. Thanks to the Internet as well as the readily available overnight delivery which made fresh seafood delivery convenient. Now, you can enjoy a traditional New England Clambake anywhere, anytime. So join in the fun at a fresh seafood celebration!