Happy as a Clam(bake).

We definitely dig this! In the new�issue of Every Day With Rachael Ray (on newsstands now!), we're given the ultimate�step by step guide to the summer beach clambake. Los Angeles chef Ben Ford is known for creating�legendary meals, and this clambake is no different. In this fun feature, we get a behind the scenes look into Ben's world. Though it seems�like a lot a work--uh, can you say a lot of digging??-- Ben assures us that it's a lot simpler than it looks.�I guess we'll have to plan our own clambake and find out!

The festive shoot was styled by master stylist Scott Horne.�Once again Scott knocks it out of the park, using his incredible expertise to put together a truly special�story. YUM!

Photography by Alex Farnum, story by Nina Elder