Sea Stories

Did you know that the Gulf of Mexico is the 9th largest body of water in the world? Covering about 6,000 square miles, it is bordered by five US states to the north, five Mexican states in the west, and Cuba in the southeast. Its sunny white beaches and blue waters are amongst the most beautiful on the planet. The gulf’s warm waters and diverse habitats are home to many marine species, from the giant sperm whale to the humble, yet tasty, Wild Gulf Shrimp (we’ll get to those in a minute).   The Gulf of Mexico, by the Numbers...

As consumers become more interested in the sustainability of their seafood, they may be wondering: is wild fish truly sustainable? According to Sea to Table, the answer is yes – but there are some important things to consider. Here's a look at the factors that make wild fish a sustainable choice for seafood lovers. What are wild fish, and what are the benefits of eating them? Eating wild fish is the best way to increase your healthy protein intake. It's a deliciously versatile source of nutrition. Wild fish contains beneficial Omega 3 fatty acids, essential vitamins and minerals. Unlike most store-bought...

It’s important to be a discerning buyer when it comes to seafood. And it’s especially important to know the difference between wild caught fish and farmed fish. Which is the most sustainable, nutritious (and tastiest) choice? Wild or Farmed?  For instance, when buying salmon, you may have the choice between farmed (or “Atlantic”) salmon or wild caught salmon. So which do you choose? Wild caught fish, because of their natural diet, contain more beneficial nutrients than farmed. Wild caught Alaskan salmon has fewer calories and half the saturated fat as the same amount of farmed salmon. And saturated fat is not...

Gulf of Maine Redfish, Atlantic Winter Skate and West Coast Dover Sole populations may be thriving, but neither fishermen nor consumers are paying them much attention. In most years, only a small percentage of the allowable catch of these fish are taken. Add to that the fact that some, like skate, are considered bycatch. Plus, Lobstermen use the majority of Gulf of Maine Redfish landed as lobster bait. These are some seriously underutilized species that, like Rodney Dangerfield, get no respect.  Underutilized Species are Good for Your Palette, Your Pocketbook and Your Planet A shift in demand, even a little, from...