"Clam chowder is a popular American soup, beloved everywhere from New England to Florida to North Carolina. Each region has its own twist on the dish. Rhode Island clam chowder is a clear broth, made without milk or cream, for example, while Manhattan clam chowder brings tomatoes into the mix. Thick, white, and creamy, New England clam chowder is one of the most famous versions of the American soup."
"While clam chowder is now seen as a distinctly American dish, it didn't start off that way. Chowders were being made in French and English fishing villages in the 16th and 17th centuries, and it was these communities that likely brought the soup to America. The clam addition, though, may have been influenced by Native Americans, who had been harvesting the shellfish from the East Coast for generations."
Soup unifies people and provides hearty, warming comfort with endless versatility. Around 95% of Americans report enjoying soup, with Millennials liking it most, followed by Gen Z and Baby Boomers. Approximately one in ten Americans has eaten soup naked. Choosing a soup is often the hardest part because of the vast range of options, from classic tomato and chicken noodle to more adventurous varieties. Clam chowder is a prominent American soup with regional styles: Rhode Island offers a clear broth, Manhattan includes tomatoes, and New England features a thick, creamy base. Chowders originated in French and English fishing villages, with clam use influenced by Native American shellfish harvesting.
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