Category: Dinner

Tips on Preparing Seafood

So, you love seafood, but you don’t have the budget to chow down at your favorite seafood restaurant every night? Well, it’s time to dust off that apron and get in the kitchen. Not only is seafood delicious, versatile and affordable, it’s also nutritious, low in calories and a great source of protein. Whether you’re… Read more »

Put Lobster on Your Thanksgiving Menu

Many foods are typically found on Thanksgiving tables including cranberries, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and an assortment of colorful vegetables. However, consider adding lobster to your Thanksgiving table.   Many culinary historians believe that first Thanksgiving table was likely full of lobsters, eels, and mussels from the bay. Most people would consider serving seafood for Thanksgiving… Read more »

Three Unique Lobster Dishes You Need to Try!

Japanese restaurant JINYA Ramen has introduced a new lobster ramen dish that is causing quite a stir! Named “Lobster Me Happy”, it is made with lobster, shrimp, pork broth and ramen noodles, and is then topped with wontons, green onions, Brussels sprouts and an egg. The only catch? The dish is only available to ten… Read more »

Pairing Mussels and Belgian Beer for Dinner

We recently discussed the possibility of pairing lobster and beer, and the flavorful response got us thinking about other seafood and beer combinations you can try. As we started researching, one recipe that kept popping up was Moules Fromage Bleu. And if you are a fan of Belgian beer, this simple yet decadent dinner option… Read more »

Five Seafood Recipes to Try This Summer

Here at Cape Porpoise Lobster Co., some of our favorite things about summer are barbecues, afternoons by the pool, and – you guessed it – delicious seafood dinners. There are few things more relaxing than sitting on your porch or patio during the cool evening hours, enjoying a flavorful dish of lobster, shrimp or fish…. Read more »

The Coolest New Kitchen Gadgets of 2016

For individuals who love to cook and bake, there are few things more exciting than new kitchen gadgets, and last month’s Consumer Electronics Show unveiled a few products we can’t wait to test out ourselves! There are so many incredible new machines out there to help make cooking your next dinner easier, whether you are… Read more »

Pair Lobster and Squash for a Festive Fall Side Dish

As the fall season unfolds, squash is becoming a favorite vegetable among families looking for a warm, seasonal side dish. Here at Cape Porpoise Lobster Company, our favorite way to eat squash is (you guessed it!) with lobster. Whether you are a fan of acorn or butternut squash, you can use these traditional fall foods… Read more »

Pairing Seafood and Wine

From lobster to clam, fish and shrimp, Cape Porpoise Lobster Company has a variety of seafood options to satisfy every palate. Match up one of our fresh-from-the-ocean catches with a bottle of wine for a romantic dinner with your other half. White wine is a light option that compliments the rich flavors of Maine seafood…. Read more »

The Authentic Maine Lobster Roll

Maine Lobster Roll Ingredients • 1/2 pound cooked lobster meat • 1/2 a cucumber, peeled and diced • 1/4 cup mayonnaise • 1/2 tablespoon tarragon • 2 sliced scallions • 3 hot dog buns • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter • Sea salt & ground pepper     Directions • Chop cooked lobster meat. • Combine… Read more »

Rock Lobster Tails & Newburg Sauce

Place Lobster tails in cold water. Cook, gradually, add remaining ingredients. Cook slowly for about 30 minutes, or until tender. Do Not Boil. Drain and then dice. Newburg Sauce 1 tbsp flour 4 tbsp butter, dash pepper A little nutmeg 1 cup thin cream 2 egg yolks 1/2 tsp salt Blend flour into melted butter… Read more »