Oysters can be intimidating, so we asked seafood chef Aidan Owens to share his expertise. Here's everything you need to know about oysters.

Of course, you can make a simpler mignonette if you don't have a ton of these ingredients on hand, but this dressed-up version makes for a more flavorful rendition of the classic.

Vivid and zesty, the classic mignonette sauce gets an update with a refreshing yet celery-infused vinegar and crisp diced celery. Place celery in a 1-pint jar, and add vinegar. Secure with a lid ...

Classic Mignonette: One tablespoon minced shallots stirred into 1⁄3 cup white wine or champagne vinegar, with cracked black pepper added to taste. Mango Mignonette: ...

Ho can appreciate a classic mignonette of red wine and shallots, but her own version — found in her debut, self-published cookbook, “Sandita’s Cooking Notes Vol. 1” — amps up the funk ...

B2 Bistro + Bar features East Coast oysters, served with classic mignonette, lemon, cocktail sauce and house hot sauce. Go: 709 Arnold Ave., Point Pleasant Beach; 732-295-0709, b2bistro.com.

Instructions//Steps I’ll have all the ingredients for this drink with me and will be making it on site. Our raw bar will be served with lemon, horseradish and classic mignonette.

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