In the greater Atlantic City area, summertime is seafood time. For thousands of residents and visitors alike, seafood isn’t just what’s for dinner, it’s a way of life. From humble clam shack fare to upscale creations, these area restaurants offer up some of the freshest and most delicious seafood you can find on land. Each dining destination is ready to welcome summer with open arms and a menu brimming with incredible seafood. You know you’re in for something good when you get that first whiff of salt air mingled with melted butter. So grab a tiny fork and dive on in.

Move over tuna melts. Check ya later chicken. Sometimes, nothing will do but a hot, juicy, perfectly-seasoned burger with all your favorite fixings. May is National Hamburger Month. So we set out on a search for some of the best burgers in the greater Atlantic City region. And we found them! These burgers will make you proud to be a carnivore.

When you hear the phrase “meatless entrée” do you envision a lackluster plate of bland, steamed vegetables? It’s time to change that picture in your head. Vegetarianism continues to gain popularity here on the East Coast and across the country. Throughout the greater Atlantic City region, talented chefs are proving that vegetarian dishes can be satisfying, flavorful and downright delicious. So why not try a meat-free meal tonight? Here are a few tasty ideas to get you started…

As we turn the page to the third month of the calendar, many of us set our sights on the kind of fun that can only be found inside the warm and welcoming walls of an Irish-style pub. For these good time seekers, there’s no better way to spend the Ides of March or celebrate St. Patrick’s Day than with a cold pint, a hearty meal, spirited conversation and lively music. Is the lure of the Irish pub calling you? Don’t go digging for your passport. The experience you crave is waiting for you at two energetic taverns right here in Atlantic City. Try them both and enjoy the spirit of “C’ead Mile Failte” — a hundred thousand welcomes.

There’s more to a great dining experience than the food on your plate. Ambience, the atmosphere of an establishment, plays a pivotal role in any diner’s experience.

The entire environment, from the views to the lightening to the music playing in the background, can influence your mood. It can even influence your perception of your meal. When it comes to setting a pleasing and soothing dining atmosphere, it’s hard to top the inviting appeal of a fireplace.

Since the dawn of man, we have been fascinated with fire. It reaches us on a primitive level, meeting our need for warmth and security. But more than that, fire is beautiful and alive. Dancing flames in shades of red, orange, yellow and white hold a special allure that can be downright hypnotizing.

When safely harnessed, fire becomes the ultimate of creature comforts. Flickering light, enveloping heat, woodsy aromas and crackling sounds combine to create a relaxing and euphoric total package. It’s no wonder so many bars, restaurants and lounges in the greater Atlantic City area have chosen to feature the warmth and glow of fireplaces in their spaces.

Trendy or timeless. Sweet or sophisticated. For many, a hand-crafted cocktail is the ideal way to unwind at the end of a long work day or celebrate a great night out. Throughout the Greater Atlantic City region, pro mixologists are committed to crafting cocktails with rich, vibrant and thoroughly unique flavor profiles. Here’s a roundup of must-try cocktails that will give your next night out a kick in the glass.

Hopefully you already have Atlantic City Restaurant Week March 3-9, 2013 on your calendar, but you may want to start grooming your palate a bit earlier and experience an exclusive Preview Event produced by the Atlantic City Convention & Visitors Authority (ACCVA) and hosted by Atlantic City Country Club on Tuesday, February 26, 2013 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.