In CNN anchor Erin Burnett’s childhood home, Christmas Eve and her mother’s New England oyster stew went hand in hand. Every December 24, savory aromas of simmering butter, milk and oysters heralded ...

I had never heard of oyster stew. In my mind, I envisioned rice and rich brown gravy. As I am partial to oysters, I was still determining what to expect when I arrived at Peggy Perry Giglio's home. I ...

When eating out, I slurp oysters raw, as shooters or on the half-shell with mignonette sauce. I love them dusted with cornmeal or panko breadcrumbs, and fried. At home, though, I prefer to whip up a ...

Think back to your grandmother's holiday table. The dishes might have looked different than what we see today. Sure, turkey ...

Oyster stew is a comforting seafood classic and a satisfying answer to your oyster cravings. Brought to the U.S. by Irish immigrants during the potato famine, this meal contains simple ingredients, ...

Maybe it’s my Irish roots, but I’m a sucker for a good stew. I grew up on generous bowls of my mother’s tender lamb stew embellished with potatoes, carrots, and onion. Of course, the Irish alone can’t ...

PLYMOUTH — So, I’ve been trying to find oyster stew — any version — in restaurants, grocery stores, even my memory. I really wanted to taste that delicious brew again. Why? Because my Mom made it for ...

There will likely be quite a few family gatherings on Christmas Eve and what will they all be eating? In many homes it will be oyster stew, a dish that is as important to the holiday for some as ...