Can you believe that it has been two years since our very first #SundaySupper? When I think back to that First Progressive Dinner with eight blogger friends, I get chills thinking about where we started and how far we have come in two short years. We had so much fun during our first #SundaySupper Progressive Dinner that we knew immediately that this was a tradition we wanted to continue. The response we received from our readers was one that reassured us that they too believed that the Sunday Supper Movement was welcome in their homes. Thank you Renee, Valerie, Eileen, Jeff, Sunithi, Donna and Erin for your support, encouragement and most of all for believing in me.
I have always known that eating Supper Around the Family Table is the best nourishment we can give our families. It is about so much more than just the food that is served. It is something that the entire family looks forward to. It is about commitment to each other, positive communication and time together. In my heart I know that this is the most important thing I have done for my family.
What I did not realize until recently is how powerful food can be. I have met, connected and shared recipes with an amazing group of people who were brought together by our love for food, family, friendship and mutual respect for each other.
Bringing Back Sunday Supper around the family table in every home. It starts off as one day a week and soon becomes a way of life.
Our Sunday Supper Family has grown in leaps in bounds these last two years. We continue to add leaves in our table and Sunday Supper continues to be a place where we meet every week, share our recipes, enjoy each others company and support each other. Our virtual family of contributors is made up of very special individuals that not only touch the lives of our readers but also each others lives. Because of their dedication, we are now reaching over 2 million weekly followers who understand that it is about so much more than the food.
Meeting many of you at this year’s Food and Wine Conference and throughout my travels this past year was the highlight of 2013. After virtually breaking bread week after week, it felt like I was meeting old friends. Our conversations flowed and of course revolved around the great food we were enjoying and Sunday Supper memories.
On this special Second Anniversary, I am excited to share with you some exciting news. #SundaySupper now has a home to call its own. You will now find more features, recipes, trends and articles about our contributors, and more at our new Sunday Supper Movement website. Heather Schmitt-Gonzalez is our Community Editor in Chief, Renee Dobbs is our Director of Events and Brand Relations and Nicole Cook is our Techie in Chief. Many of our Sunday Supper Contributors will be writing articles and featuring their recipes on this site. I couldn’t imagine working with a group of more talented individuals! They are as excited as I am about these changes and wait till you see what we have planned for you!
It is with great pleasure that I announce a very special partnership with a brand that we just adore. This brands mission and vision is very much in line with the mission of the Sunday Supper Movement — like us, they believe that time around the family table empowers families and encourages dreams. They understand that family is more than simply a group of relatives. It’s anyone you share a common bond with. And today, you don’t just have one family. You have many. Whether it’s your blood family, your work family or the Sunday Supper Family, traditions and celebrations are a big part of all our families.
I met Gallo Family on twitter and we quickly realized we had so much in common. Chatting on twitter led to Gallo Family sponsoring our first Food and Wine Conference in July and a trip out to Modesto, California to meet their work family. After spending time around their family table, touring their beautiful wineries and meeting with their work family, I am proud to announce that Gallo Family Vineyards is the Official Wine Sponsor of the Sunday Supper Movement. Gallo Family Vineyards is as excited as we are, here is their announcement on their blog.
I couldn’t wait to share with you one of my favorite Portuguese Recipes. It was made extra special by using Gallo Family Chardonnay in this dish! Carne de Porco Alentejana | Portuguese Pork and Clams is perfect for a celebration. You can whip up a big batch, make some easy Portuguese Rice, add a big crusty loaf of bread, add some wine an you’ve got a party!
Thank you all for being part of this celebration and for supporting the Sunday Supper Movement week after week– helping us bring back Sunday Supper around the family table in every home. It’s starts off as one day a week but soon becomes a way of life! You meal the world to us!
Ingredients
- 3 lbs pork loin, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 tablespoons coarsely chopped garlic
- 3/4 cup dry white wine, I used Gallo Family Vineyards Chardonnay
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon of sweet paprika
- 2 dozen clams
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Combine the pork, garlic, chardonnay, bay leaves, and paprika in a large bowl.
- Coat the pork well and marinate the pork for at least 2 hours, but up to 4 hours.
- Rinse and scrub the clams, and soak them in water for 30 minutes. Drain and rinse and keep them refrigerated.
- Remove the pork from the marinade and let it sit on some paper towels to remove moisture.
- Reserve the marinade.
- Heat a large, deep skillet or dutch oven on high.
- When the skillet is very hot, add the olive oil.
- Add the pork and pan-fry until it browns and develops a crust.
- Stir until all the pork is cooked and a little crusty. Approximately 5 to 6 minutes.
- Stir in the marinade and the clams and bring to a simmer.
- Cover and steam until the clams open. Approximately 5 to 10 minutes.
- When the clams open, stir in the parsley and serve over Portuguese Rice. Make sure you have some crusty bread for the amazing sauce!
Check out all the delicious recipes that everyone is bringing to the party! Thank you Liz, from That Skinny Chick Can Bake for hosting this special celebration and for being such a big part of our Sunday Supper Family. Your recipes are out of this world and when I grow up, I want to be able to bake just like you!
Brilliant Breads and Breakfast Fare:
- Brioche aux Pépites de Chocolat from Food Lust People Love
- Broccoli, Potato & Cheese Egg Cups from Cupcakes & Kale Chips
- Celebration Strawberry Crepes from The Not So Cheesy Kitchen
- Homemade Brioche from Masala Herb
- Onion Cheddar Cheese Focaccia from Flour On My Face
- Poached Pear Bread from Hip Foodie Mom
Amazing Appetizers and Cocktails:
- Blood Orange Gin Fizz from The Girl In The Little Red Kitchen
- Blue Cheese Walnut Tarts from Magnolia Days
- Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Stuffed Butternut Squash from Small Wallet, Big Appetite
- Cheesy Twists from What Smells So Good?
- Key Lime Pie Martini from girlichef
- Pizza Dip from The Food Army Wife
- Slow Cooker Party Mix from Hot Momma’s Kitchen Chaos
Spectacular Soups and Salads:
- Creamy, Tangy Bacon Salad Dressing from Daily Dish Recipes
- Day at the Beach Healthy Tuna Salad from Shockingly Delicious
- Low Carb Spicy Chunky Vegetable Beef Chili from Yours and Mine Are Ours
- Luscious Fruit Salad from Pescetarian Journal
- Quinoa and Buffalo Chicken Salad from In the Kitchen with KP
Enticing Entrees:
- Carne de Porco Alentejana | Portuguese Pork and Clams from Family Foodie
- Chicken Shami Kebab from Soni’s Food
- Chicken and Rice Dinner in the Crock from Momma’s Meals
- Curried Chicken from The Foodie Patootie
- Healthy Chicken Tetrazzini from Citronlimette
- Imagination Stew from Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
- Orecchiette with Chicken, Brocccoli, Mushrooms and Onions from Kudos Kitchen by Renee
- Runny Egg Risotto from Jane’s Adventures in Dinner
- Sautéed Chicken with Tarragon Cream Sauce plus Arugula, Radicchio and Escarole Salad from Crazy Foodie Stunts
- Seafood Stew from Healthy. Delicious.
- Spice-Crusted Fish Tacos with Confetti Salsa from The Weekend Gourmet
- Spicy Roasted Squash and Wild Rice Bake from Curious Cuisiniere
- Spicy Shrimp Tempura Rolls from kimchi MOM
- Spinach Proscuitto Macaroni and Cheese with Walnut Topping from Noshing with the Nolands
- Tuscan Chicken Spinach Soup with Roasted Red Pepper from Sue’s Nutrition Buzz
Decadent Desserts:
- Azuki Red Bean Ice Cream from The Ninja Baker
- Banana Pudding Parfaits from Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- Birthday Cake Macaron from A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures
- Caramel Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars from Pies and Pots
- Chocolate Mousse Torte from That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Cinnamon Sugar Churros and Chocolate Sauce from Neighborfood
- Crumb Cake Brownies from Table for Seven
- Frozen Chocolate Covered Banana Pops from Ruffles & Truffles
- Gluten-Free Epiphany Cake from Happy Baking Days
- Gluten-Free Vegan Coconut Cookies by Killer Bunnies, Inc
- Happy Birthday Cake Batter Truffles from Take A Bite Out of Boca
- Kahlua Toffee Ice Cream Cake from Webicurean
- Mini Chocolate Bundt Cake with Raspberry Sauce from Peanut Butter and Peppers
- Pineapple Coconut Cupcakes from Basic N Delicious
- S’mores Snack Cake from Alida’s Kitchen
Join the #SundaySupper conversation on twitter on Sunday! We tweet throughout the day and share recipes from all over the world. Our weekly chat starts at 7:00 pm ET. Follow the #SundaySupper hashtag and remember to include it in your tweets to join in the chat. Check out our #SundaySupper Pinterest board for more fabulous recipes and food photos.
Would you like to join the Sunday Supper Movement? It’s easy! You can sign up by clicking here: Sunday Supper Movement.
Renee
January 12, 2014 at 8:03 amOh Isabel, I have so much I could say about Sunday Supper and all the wonderful moments it has brought to my life. Above all is how grateful I am for our friendship and all our adventures since the start. I can’t wait to see what the future holds!! xoxo
Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips
January 12, 2014 at 8:10 amIsabel, thank you so much for your support and encouragement, for the opportunities you have provided to us, and for becoming a friend. I am going to do everything in my power to make sure I join you guys at the conference this summer. And so much exciting news. I am honored to be part of the events with Gallo as we kick off this partnership!
Shannon @villagegirlblog
January 12, 2014 at 8:16 amIt has been such an honor and so much fun to participate in the #SundaySupper Movement. This group is such an inspiration! Thank you, to you and the original 8 who started this tradition and mission going and all who jumped aboard as the years progressed. Onward and upward! The clams and chorizo also sound amazing by the way 🙂
Nicole
January 12, 2014 at 8:49 amI feel so blessed to have met you and reached out to you like I did. Not something I did on a regular occasion but with you, I just had to. Our friendship has grown and being able to watch your movement grow over the past two years has been an incredible experience.
Thank you for always supporting me, always believing in me, and always being honest when I need or ask for it. You have changed me for the better, you have made realize what I can do and you have been an amazing friend.
I am super excited about the Gallo partnership and just cannot wait to see what 2014 includes for all of us.
Thank you for your vision, your movement and most of all, your friendship.
P.S. Thee Portuguese Pork and Clams are to DIE for! Yum!!
Marjory @ Dinner-Mom
January 12, 2014 at 8:50 amThe pork and clams look absolutely delicious, as usual. But, I just had to chime in with my many thanks for welcoming me into the #SundaySupper group and for all you do to make it so successful! You are such an inspiration and it was such a pleasure to meet you last year at the Food and Wine Conference.
Jen @JuanitasCocina
January 12, 2014 at 9:31 amCongratulations on all of your success, Isabel. You deserve everything you’ve achieved so far, and so much more.
Renee - Kudos Kitchen
January 12, 2014 at 9:32 amHappy 2nd Birthday to your baby #SundaySupper Isabel! It’s has been my complete pleasure to cook along with this wonderful group for the past 6 or so months. I’ve met the most amazing, friendly and talented people through this group and I thank you very much for allowing me to be a part of it! I’m excited to see where and what you take on next. I’m off to visit the #SundaySupper website but not before I tell you that your pork and clams dish looks spectacular! Perfect party fare!
Katie
January 12, 2014 at 9:49 amHappy birthday, Sunday Supper! I am so glad I was able to join this movement almost a year and a half ago. I never expected that attending a blogger dinner at a local restaurant would turn into the awesomeness of being a part of this group! I always enjoy contributing on the weeks I can; thank you for all you do!
Tammi @ Momma's Meals
January 12, 2014 at 9:55 amHappy Birthday to you and #SundaySupper Isabel. I’m truly honored to be a part of such a wonderful mission. I’ve learnt so much through you and others in this group, please continue to teach, inspire and share! Thank you for all of the amazing opportunities you’ve given me and most of all for making me feel like a part of your family.
Amy Kim
January 12, 2014 at 10:05 amYou are truly an inspiration! I am so glad to have met you! You have clearly affected so many lives across the globe and you handle it with such style and grace. Thank you so much for the opportunity to work with you and for all of *THIS*. I have met so many incredible people through Sunday Supper and my family thanks you for all the culinary experiments that happens in my kitchen! I hope to see you soon!
I need to make your feijoada again…and now I need to add this recipe to my “to-make” list!
Oh and happy 2nd anniversary and to many more!!!!
Jennifer B
January 12, 2014 at 10:05 amEven though I don’t participate very often (I’m hoping to change that in 2014 since I’m cooking more and eating out less), I love that I’m a part of Sunday Supper, and I love that anybody else can be a part of Sunday Supper too. It’s fantastic that Gallo Family wine has partnered with this community; what a great relationship to have! I’m hoping to attend the Food & Wine Conference this year, but I’m sure I’ll see you around before then. 🙂
Alice // Hip Foodie Mom
January 12, 2014 at 10:10 amIsabel! Wow! so many great announcements in one post! first off, love love love the website and wow!!! Gallo Family Vineyards is the Official Wine Sponsor of the Sunday Supper Movement?! that’s fabulous! I rec’d my first two bottles recently and tried their Moscato last night. . so delicious! Can’t wait to get cooking!
Alice // Hip Foodie Mom
January 12, 2014 at 10:11 amoh my goodness. . and just wanted to say. . thank you for everything YOU do . . . you are an inspiration! Cheers to 2 years and here’s to many more!
sunithi
January 12, 2014 at 10:16 amThank you Isabel for believing in me and inviting me into your tribe and for allowing me to be a part of that first Sunday supper event! I would not be the food blogger I am now if it had not been for you :)! Still remember it ! How it’s grown!! Here ‘s to may many even more successful years of Sunday Supper! You are one savvy lady and I am so glad to know you! much love xoxoxox ! BTW, your recipe is fab too !!
Helene D'Souza
January 12, 2014 at 10:24 amFirst of all Isabell, thank you for having started Sundaysupper, it has been a great event and I enjoy participating. I am sorry that I haven’t always been able to participate but I hope I can change that soon and take part more regularly again. Anyway… Thanks for having me once again and Happy 2 years Sundaysupper!
btw I have heard of this dish before. Sounds like something different and kind of reminds me of a goan dish here.
Wendy (The Weekend Gourmet)
January 12, 2014 at 10:33 amThank you for all you do, Isabel! I cherish my #SundaySupper group and can’t wait to see all the exciting things that happen in 2014 and beyond. So happy I’ll be seeing you at Food and Wine Conference this year…there’s just no way I can miss it!
Heather @girlichef
January 12, 2014 at 10:40 amYou said it, food IS powerful! I’m so happy to have met through this amazing movement, and even happier to work with you and call you a friend. I’m looking forward to the exciting things that the future brings for this amazing SS family. And Isabel – these clams look ridiculously amazing! 😉
Paula @ Vintage Kitchen Notes
January 12, 2014 at 10:43 amYou have achieved so much with SS Isabel, and I’ve no doubt it will continue to grow. You have a beyond amazing group of people supporting you, starting with your own family, and that talks about the kind of person you are! Happy 2 years!
Cindys Recipes and Writings
January 12, 2014 at 10:45 amI can’t imagine not being part of this group. The online community you built flowed over into the real world because of your genuine commitment to the mission and the people involved.
Samantha @FerraroKitchen
January 12, 2014 at 11:33 amI am so thrilled I was able to be a part of SS and I can’t wait to continue this year!! Thank you Isabel!!! And I LOVEEEEE this dish!!! Clams and pork sounds perfect!
Soni
January 12, 2014 at 11:34 amIsabel,thank you for inspiring us!I’ve loved being a part of this talented group and enjoy our mission!I’m so excited to be participating in the Gallo Family Vineyards event in Feb and really happy that they are the official wine sponsors of SundaySupper!
Your dish looks absolutely delicious with some lovely flavors going on!
Liz
January 12, 2014 at 11:45 amThanks, Isabel, for being a constant inspiration! You created a wonderful mission and ran with it. Just look at all the wonderful friendships that have come as a secondary benefit. Remarkable. Hoping to meet you and many of our SS friends this summer!
Stacy
January 12, 2014 at 12:17 pmI always love your recipes, Isabel, because they remind me of our almost six years in Brazil and the pervasive Portuguese influence there, as well as a wonderful family holiday we enjoyed in the Algarve. Your pork and clams sound fabulous!
Thank you so much for inviting me to participate in this lovely group that has so quickly become family over the last year!
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious
January 12, 2014 at 12:21 pmCongratulations on your milestone 2nd birthday/anniversary of the group, AND even moreso on your partnership with Gallo Family Vineyards.
Well done, all of it!
I have loved being a part of Sunday Supper, and cooking along with everyone each week.
Cheers to another great year!
Katy
January 12, 2014 at 12:38 pmCongratulations! Such exciting developments Isabel, and thank you as always for constantly providing inspiration and guidance. I am in love with all your Portuguese recipes, but this one sounds particularly superb. I’m actually going to be spending a few months in Portugal this year, and thanks to your posts, I can’t wait to try the food!
Alaiyo Kiasi-Barnes
January 12, 2014 at 12:47 pmIsabel, my blog began to get its first bump in page views because of my participation in Sunday Supper. Your goal of bringing family back around the Sunday Supper table. When I visit my family in Alabama, the most fun and intimacy results at meal times, so I realize the importance of food mixed with family around the table. It begins with a blessing and continues to be a blessing for generations. Thank you for starting this movement.
Oh, and I love when you share Portuguese recipes! I look forward to the the next Food and Wine Conference.
Alaiyo
Bea
January 12, 2014 at 1:04 pmIsabel – congratulations!!! Thank you for being such an amazing inspiration and friend, there ar nt enough words…
Oh, and your recipe today? Alena just said oh you have to make this for me now 🙂
Arlene @FlourOnMyFace
January 12, 2014 at 1:35 pmIsabel
It has been my pleasure to get to know you and the rest of the Sunday Supper family over the years. You’ve done a wonderful thing here for families all over the world. It’s an honor to celebrate this very special two year birthday with you and the rest of the group.
Congratulations for your success!
FamilyFoodie
January 13, 2014 at 7:33 amArlene- Thank you for all your support. It has meant the world to me.
Hezzi-D
January 12, 2014 at 1:42 pmIsabel it has been an absolute pleasure being involved in Sunday Supper over the past year and a half and getting to know you and all the other fabulous contributors. We’ve becomes like a family and I love meeting others from the group whenever I can. Sunday Supper has always been an important part of my own family and I love sharing it with people everywhere each week. Thank you for starting this group and this movement and I look forward to cookign along with you for many years to come!
FamilyFoodie
January 13, 2014 at 7:07 amThank you for bringing your fabulous recipes to the family dinner table every week!
Constance @FoodieArmyWife
January 12, 2014 at 2:40 pmOh my Isabel! Every time I see a recipe like this, I have to wipe husband’s drool off of my shirt as he gawks over my shoulder! LOL I’m so glad you started this movement, and I am truly grateful for everyone on this wonderful team! Happy “Birthday”!
FamilyFoodie
January 13, 2014 at 7:07 amThat is hysterical… one day I must cook this for you and your husband.
Marie@citronlimette
January 12, 2014 at 2:42 pmIsabel, happy birthday. It has been a pleasure to meet you last year. So glad to be part of Sunday Supper family.
FamilyFoodie
January 13, 2014 at 7:06 amMarie – I am so glad we met at the bbq last year. So glad you joined us!
Shannon R
January 12, 2014 at 2:53 pmThis is one of the best most welcoming communities I have ever had the pleasure to be a part of. I thank you so much for opening up your virtual home and being such an inspiration to get back to some quality friends and family time.
FamilyFoodie
January 13, 2014 at 7:06 amThank you Shannon… love having you around the family table!
Tara
January 12, 2014 at 4:21 pmWhat an honor it is to be amongst all who contribute to #SundaySupper. An amazing group of people. Thank you so much Isabel for all your hard work and dedication in making this group to what it is today. Happy Anniversary #SundaySupper!!!
FamilyFoodie
January 13, 2014 at 7:05 amIt is an honor to have you be part of this group. Thank you for sharing your amazing recipes.
The Ninja Baker
January 12, 2014 at 4:51 pmCongratulations and Happy Birthday, Isabel! You truly are an inspiration…As is this lovely clam and pork dish which looks perfect fro Sunday Supper =)
Fingers crossed we’ll see each other again in Florida.
FamilyFoodie
January 13, 2014 at 7:05 amNo fingers crossed Kim! We must make it happen.
Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere
January 12, 2014 at 5:50 pmThank you, Isabel, for following the spark that has grown into#SundaySupper. You are an inspiration to all of us. This is such a fantastic group and I feel so blessed to be a part of it. Happy Birthday!
FamilyFoodie
January 13, 2014 at 7:04 amYou are a doll Sarah! Thank you for everything that you do. Love that you are part of the Sunday Supper Family!
Betsy @ Desserts Required
January 12, 2014 at 7:27 pmHappy, happy Birthday Sunday Supper Movement! I am so incredibly proud of you and all that you have accomplished, Isabel!!!!
FamilyFoodie
January 13, 2014 at 7:03 amYou are so sweet. Thank you!
Cheryl
January 12, 2014 at 11:36 pmHow scrumptious this looks. I love pork and I love clams! What a combo. Thanks for sharing, and thanks so much for all you do! HUGS
FamilyFoodie
January 13, 2014 at 7:03 amThank you Cheryl! So glad you are part of the family!
Laura Dembowski
January 13, 2014 at 1:11 pmThank you for creating Sunday Supper and allowing me to be a part of it. I practice the Sunday Supper movement pretty much every night as I eat dinner with my family. It is so important to me.
Sarah Reid, CNP (@jo_jo_ba)
January 13, 2014 at 3:01 pmI’m always so glad that I found this group… it really is a family! Thanks for keeping the spirit!
Susan
January 13, 2014 at 3:43 pmThank you so much Isabel for all the hard work you do on our behalf. It’s been such a pleasure being part of the Sunday Supper family and especially getting to meet you last summer! 2014 is gearing up to be a fantastic year! What a wonderful dish, clams and pork were just meant to be together.
Shaina
January 14, 2014 at 11:22 amYou are an amazing inspiration having put together this amazing group! This group is my favorite thing about being a food blogger!! Thank you for putting so much time and effort into Sunday Supper! Can’t wait to meet you at the conference!
Jane's Adventures in Dinner
January 14, 2014 at 1:03 pmWhat a treat it is to be able to ‘play’ with these amazing bloggers each week and it’s thanks to you for setting up the opportunity for us all C:
Laura
January 15, 2014 at 4:36 amThis is been such an incredible movement to be apart of and it has been so fun watching it grow. I won’t be able to come to the conference this year but I am determined one of these years I am taking my family on holiday to Florida so we can go. 🙂
Lea Ann (Cooking On The Ranch)
January 21, 2014 at 8:34 amI’m new to #SundaySupper and so much appreciate you finding a spot for me at the table. I’ve really enjoyed the one time I’ve been able to participate. What a great group of bloggers. Your celebratory meal of pork and clams sounds divine. And a great idea for Valentines Day. Thanks for sharing.
FamilyFoodie
January 22, 2014 at 6:53 amI am so glad you joined us Lea Ann! Looking forward to Sunday Supper around the family table with you!
Delaware Girl Eats
January 24, 2014 at 3:00 pmCongrats on the 2 years of growth! I have never tried a dish like this but seeing how easy it is to make I will give it a shot — cathy