scallops

I hereby declare today Chloë day. Any objections? Earlier this week, she showed us her and her man's Coachella style. This morning, we commended Chloë Sevigny in her cool camel getup — all Chloé, all camel, you get the picture. Then, Chloé's LA boutique held it's opening party and our girl Chloë once again delivered quirky chic, but this time in cream and navy. And now, we couldn't help but choose our cool blonde for Fab favorite of the week. Chloë has always been a smart fit for Chloé, no matter who the current designer of the house is.

Chloë is confident, cool, and eclectic — and has a killer bod. You can't see it under her dowdy garb on Big Love, but you can see it here. Her little navy short suit has a scalloped rim and slight cut out at the bust. Atop is a scalloped cream blazer scrunched at the sleeves. Eyes down to her puppies, and her bowed Chloé sandals are a sweet surprise. Simple jewelry adds flavor, and a satin clutch, held ever so nonchalantly, completes the look. I know many peeps don't approve of her natural waves, but I love them — laid back and lovely, just like our Chloë.

To see more of leg-tastic Chloë in Chloe, read more

Hi Fit,
I'm cooking dinner for my boyfriend on Valentine's Day, but we've been doing so well dieting and working out together that I don't want to splurge too much. Every meal and dessert I can think of is way too fattening or not romantic enough. Do you have any suggestions on how to enjoy the holiday and stay on track?
—Dieting and in Love

I think it's wonderful that you and your boyfriend are carving out a healthy lifestyle together. "Healthy" and "romantic" are not mutually exclusive terms when it comes to food. You definitely can make a special meal for Valentine's Day that won't break the caloric bank. I will share the menu I am planning on making with husband for this holiday; today through Friday I will post the recipes for you to peruse.

For a main dish, I will be making Spicy Sea Scallops With Balsamic Braised Cabbage. Scallops are high in protein and remarkably low in fat while still a good source for heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. The spice mix for seasoning the scallops includes nutmeg, which has long believed to be an aphrodisiac. How appropriate for Valentine's Day! The braised cabbage is red, which adds a nice splash of color to plate. Plus, this dish is tasty.

To see the recipe, read more

Who says you can't have an elegant, romantic, sophisticated meal in the middle of the week? This recipe for seared scallops with leek ribbons not only sounds pretty, but it tastes sublime too!

The pure richness of the scallops combines perfectly with the mild onion flavor of the leeks. Although the name implies a dish that only an experienced cook could make, the technique is surprisingly uncomplicated. To learn it, read more

Surprise your family tonight with this gift-like meal. The seafood and vegetables are cooked en papillote — inside a parchment paper package — until moist and tender. At the table, your loved ones open the packets to discover a delectable and succulent dinner.

Feel free to get creative with the recipe: this healthy cooking technique is ideal for all types of fish, chicken, and vegetables. To learn how it's done, read more

It's the last day of 2008, so treat yourself to a decadent seafood dinner. Although this dish is rich and indulgent, it doesn't take a lot of time to prepare. Newburg is a classic sauce for seafood made with cream and sherry.

This recipe calls for shrimp, scallops, and crab, but feel free to change it up according to your culinary needs. Pair with a green salad and a glass of Champagne for the ultimate end of the year meal. Get the recipe and read more