Mouclade

Mouclade is a traditional dish originating from La Rochelle in south west France. In order to prepare it, mussels are cooked with cream, saffron, white wine, and herbs. The key is in using the freshest mussels – preferably small, black, and glistening.

After the dish has been eaten, it's recommended to mop up the sauces with a crusty baguette. The dish reflects the long history of La Rochelle port with the east, and the name mouclade comes from the word moucle, which means mussel. Pair this seafood dish with a glass of white wine from the region.