Cook bacon until transparent.
Add butter, onions, celery and all the seasoning EXCEPT dill and parsley.
Cook vegetables until tender.
Add flour and cook for another 3 - 4 minutes over low heat.
Add dairy products, clam juice, and chicken stock.
Heat just under boiling point.
Boil potatoes until semi-soft.
Add chopped clams and potatoes to stock-dairy mixture.
Bring to a boil slowly and cook for 2 - 3 minutes or until potatoes are cooked through.
Add dill and parsley if desired.
