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Hard Shell vs. Soft Shell Lobster: Which Is Best?

Just as there’s cold water and warm water lobster, there are lobsters with hard shells and soft shells. If you’re a first-time lobster buyer, then, you may be wondering, which one is best? Overall, hard shell lobsters are the best to buy, and below we’ll explain why that’s the case. About Soft Shell Lobsters Lobsters… Read more »

How Climate Change is Affecting the Lobster Population (And What We Can Do About It)

Humans have farmed New England lobsters for generations. We’ve harvested lobsters commercially since the 1800s, and the first recorded catch occurred in 1605, but it’s safe to say we’ve been fishing in the Gulf of Maine for much longer than that. And yet, one thing threatens this generational practice: climate change. Big or small, warming… Read more »

Warm-Water vs. Cold-Water Lobster

Not all lobster is created equal. Some enjoy swimming in the brisk, cold waters of Maine; others, meanwhile, will be found riding the warm waves of the Southern Hemisphere. However, the differences between warm-water and cold-water lobster include more than just where they live—it also includes their looks and tastes. Warm-Water Lobster Warm-water lobsters reside… Read more »

The Best Seafood Recipes for a Football Game

The NFL Playoffs are upon us. As we’re rooting for our teams (or crying over their losses), we’re also stuffing our faces full of food. Instead of turning to the typical chips and dip, why not spice it up a bit? While seafood doesn’t first come to mind, it is still a great dish all… Read more »

Lobster and the Keto Diet: Is Lobster Keto-Friendly?

The ketogenic diet (or simply keto diet, for short) is all the rage. With promises to help you lose weight and even stave off diseases such as diabetes and Alzheimer’s, it’s no wonder why so many are hopping aboard the keto train. But can you eat your favorite lobster dish while you’re on the keto… Read more »

What Sauces Go Best with Lobster?

There’s nothing like delicious, fresh Maine lobster. But what sauces should you pair with this delectable seafood treat? From classic to experimental, lobster is the perfect protein for a variety of dishes. Go classic Classic French Lobster Thermidor: This will impress any guest. If it’s a diet “cheat day” for you, try the richly indulgent… Read more »

How to Tell if Your Lobster Has Gone Bad

We’ve all been in that situation where you just have too much leftover food. Maybe you had a big dinner and overbudgeted how much food you would need, or maybe you were a guest and the host stuck you with some of the leftovers. Whatever the reason, you may be looking at that leftover lobster… Read more »

How Pilgrims Ate Lobster at the First Thanksgiving

Most Americans imagine the first Thanksgiving as the Pilgrims and Native Americans sitting down for a nice meal of turkey. The reality, however, is a bit different. The Pilgrims and Native Americans didn’t feast on turkey, but instead the fruits of their first harvest. This included lobster, mussels and venison meat. The First Thanksgiving The… Read more »

The Ultimate Guide to Air Frying Lobster

There’s more than one way to cook a lobster. You can broil them, boil them, cook them in the oven, or grill them on a barbecue. You can even cook lobsters in an air fryer. Here we discuss everything you need to know about air frying lobsters. Read on to learn more: What Is an Air… Read more »

The Health Benefits of Seafood

A plate of lobster, salmon, crab, or other types of seafood are more than just a delicious meal. They’re also a healthy one. Packed with nutrients and fatty acids, seafood is among the healthiest foods on the planet. Here are just some of the many health benefits you’ll find from eating seafood on a regular… Read more »

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