Lobster mushrooms are the result of a parasitic fungus Hypomyces lactifluorum infecting another mushroom, usually Russula brevipes. The lobster mushroom infection covers the host in a hard red-orange shell, and completely alters its consistency, flavour, shape, and even DNA. By all accounts, Hypomyces lactiflourum only infects edible mushrooms, though caution is advised due to possible … Read more
Seafood in general is long hailed as some of the healthiest food we can eat. But we all know that almost any food when eaten in excess may not be healthy for our bodies. We hear a lot of questions about lobster meat, particularly lobster tail, and its nutritional value. Is Maine lobster healthy? If … Read more
If you want to bring an air of sophistication and celebration to your dinner table without spending hours in the kitchen, a surf and turf dinner might be the perfect solution. With the right ingredients and a bit of planning, you can pull off an effortless meal that looks (and tastes!) over the top—and we’ve … Read more
If you want to bring an air of sophistication and celebration to your dinner table without spending hours in the kitchen, a surf and turf dinner might be the perfect solution. With the right ingredients and a bit of planning, you can pull off an effortless meal that looks (and tastes!) over the top—and we’ve … Read more
You have a special night planned and your brain goes to what equates to “fancy dinner”. Steamed lobster, of course! But there are a few things you should know before you decide to make a whole lobster for your special occasion… especially if you’ve never done it before. I’m not trying to scare you off. … Read more
Lobster rolls – stuffed with sweet, succulent lobster meat and served on a toasted bun – are the ultimate summer seafood treat. Luckily, Maryland offers plenty of spots to get your lobster roll fix. From casual food trucks to high-end restaurants, here is your guide to finding the tastiest lobster rolls across the state. Baltimore … Read more
There are a few food items that are synonymous with Maine, one of them being the ever-so-delicious lobster roll. Tourists have been flocking to every corner of the Pine Tree state for decades to devour the delicacy. However, not all lobster rolls are built the same. Often, the biggest complaint people have about a lobster … Read more
Butter is an integral part of the dining experience at Red Lobster. From dunking seafood and biscuits in melted butter to using it to prepare seafood dishes and sides butter plays a vital role at this popular seafood chain. But there has been an ongoing debate around whether Red Lobster uses real dairy butter or … Read more
There may be times when you need to freeze a full lobster or two, like if you purchased on-sale lobsters in bulk and have more than you need right now, or if a couple of dinner guests had to cancel. We know you’d rather hang on to those extra lobsters, but once you buy live … Read more
For seafood lovers, lobster is one of the most decadent and delicious treats out there. The sweet, succulent meat is coveted worldwide. But lobsters come in many sizes, leaving gourmands curious – what are the upper limits on lobster growth? Just how big can these ocean dwellers get? In this article, we’ll explore the species … Read more