OMG! While sitting in the lounge of a hotel yesterday in San Francisco who walked in but Tyler Florence!!!! And I shook his hand! I am still so excited – he is absolutely one of my favorite Food Network stars and religiously watch his Tyler’s Ultimate show! OMG! How very exciting!

But back to reality and my humble cooking skills….this past weekend, we headed into NYC to wander around the Feast of San Gennaro in Little Italy.

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I have been craving mussels ever since I watched the Barefoot Contessa whipping up a batch for her beloved Jeffrey last week.  And with a quick trip to the fish market, I was ready to satisfy the craving! This is a very simple preparation that I have had many times in Italy – always served with plenty of crusty toasted bread to sop up the wonderful juices.For me, this dish evokes memories of sitting  outside near the sea at one of my favorite restaurants near Taormina watching the waves lap against the shore as the waiters hustle to and fro with dishes brimming with fresh seafood. 

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