Ep 25. Summer of Seafood

In season 16 episode 25 of The Kitchen, titled "Summer of Seafood," the hosts are diving into everything related to seafood. The episode features a variety of seafood recipes ranging from light summer salads to hearty seafood pasta dishes.

First up, the hosts break down the right way to buy, store, and cook seafood. They share tips on how to ensure that your seafood is as fresh as possible and give advice on how to store it properly in the fridge or freezer. They also discuss the different types of seafood that are in season during the summer, including shrimp, crab, and lobster.

Next, the hosts demonstrate several seafood recipes that are perfect for summer. Chef Sunny Anderson shares her recipe for a grilled shrimp salad with watermelon and feta cheese, which is a refreshing and flavorful dish that's easy to make. Jeff Mauro introduces his recipe for a seafood boil that's big enough to feed a crowd. He uses a mix of shrimp, crab legs, and lobster tails, along with potatoes, sausage, and corn, all cooked together in a flavorful broth.

Katie Lee Biegel shows off her recipe for a summer pasta dish that uses fresh clams and tomatoes. She also shares her tips on how to cook pasta properly and how to make the perfect clam sauce. Finally, Geoffrey Zakarian shares his recipe for a seafood paella that's packed with shrimp, mussels, clams, and chorizo.

Throughout the episode, the hosts also share their favorite seafood restaurants from around the country. They highlight unique seafood dishes from each restaurant and give tips on what to order if you're planning a trip to that city. Overall, "Summer of Seafood" is a great episode for anyone who loves seafood and wants to learn more about cooking with it.