Oysters used to intimidate me — I thought they were only for raw-bar experts. But when I had grilled oysters topped with garlic butter and Parmesan at a friend’s backyard party, I was hooked. Smoky, cheesy, briny perfection. I recreated them the very next weekend, and they’ve been a go-to summer app...

The first time I had grilled clams was on a beach trip in Charleston. There was a fire pit, some crusty bread, and this buttery white wine sauce that made you want to soak up every drop. I couldn’t believe how simple it was — just fresh clams, the grill, and a quick pan sauce. Now, I make them whene...