We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Whether it's a hot summer day, a blustery winter night, or something in between, it's always chowder season. But when you think "chowder," ...

The origin of the word "chowder" may be French – "chaudière" for cauldron — or English — "jowter" for fishmonger. The point is, chowder has been around for a few centuries; people have strong feelings ...