NATIONAL Clam Chowder DAY

base, while Manhattan clam chowder has a tomato broth base. Clam chowder is just one soup of several available every day at Cooper’s restaurant. Others served daily include French Onion and New Orleans Alligator Stew. “Our soups are our calling card. The best way to get your meal started is with a cup of soup,” says Jack Cooper, “but most of our soups and stews are hearty and can easily substitute for a meal. “ Jack’s personal favorite soup from childhood is Manhattan Clam Chowder, “because it was my father’s favorite and he created the recipe (that dates back to 1948) that we still use today.” 570-346-6883 www.coopers-seafood.com H