Are you looking for an Energy or Mood Boost?

If “an apple a day keeps the doldrums away,” what can seafood do? A fatty fish, such as salmon, is rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Studies have suggested that omega-3’s may protect against depression. While the extent of the link is not certain, omega-3 fatty acids offer a wide range of other benefits, including heart health, change in metabolism and boosting your energy levels. 
 

 
Mussels are low in fat and sodium, high in B12 vitamins and Iron, and rich in healthy Omega-3 Fatty Acids.

Canadian Cove Mussels

Are you looking for a uniformed sized mussel that cooks evenly? Look no further! We have the “Chef’s Choice” mussel called The Canadian Cove Mussel.

Canadian Cove Mussels are perfectly clean and “ready for your pot”. You will get useable, pot ready, evenly sized, and meaty mussels that have been tested before they are delivered to your door.

Mussel Storage Tips

Mussels are best stored in a cooler or refrigerator with a temperature between 32-40 degrees F (0 to 5 degrees C). Mussels love to be buried in ice and this is by far the best way to store them, provided that the ice melt water is allowed to drain. The mussels will drown and die if allowed to sit in the ice melt water. We suggest that our customers and end-users always re-ice when necessary and be sure the master cases or bags are draining; punch holes if necessary to allow good drainage. Mussels also require air when they are out of water. Allow them to breathe and be sure that whatever they are stored in has at least a small opening for air. Direct contact with blowing air such as in a seafood case or some refrigerators will cause the mussels to dry out and shorten shelf life. Keeping them covered with a damp cloth or ice and providing good drainage will increase shelf-life.

If properly cared for mussels can live for 14 days out of water.
 

The Gulf oil spill disaster will likely have effects that reach the Central Coast. 

ot necessarily environmental effects, but we’ll see price spikes in many species that are produced from the gulf as well as competing species from other areas of the world.

Urner Barry, a major seafood industry monitoring agency is reporting that domestic Gulf Shrimp prices have jumped across the board in Tuesday’s quotations, based on an improving seasonal demand and nervous buying interest due to possible shortages of Gulf of Mexico wild shrimp. Expect the Tiger Shrimp market to follow suit as many companies scramble to secure adequate inventories as a replacement for product typically produced in the Gulf. Oysters, where the gulf produces over 60% of total amount of oysters consumed in the US (CCSF does not sell Gulf Oysters) will likely see prices climb as other areas experience increased production pressure caused by the loss of the gulf supply. Fisheries such as Crawfish, Grouper and Scallops will likely see similar effects as increased demand on other areas to replace Gulf product cause prices to rise.

Plan your summer menus accordingly and ask your sales person for good alternative selections as the effects and duration are difficult to forecast as the situation continues to develop.
 

Farmed Atlantic Salmon prices continue to rise as increased demand on Canadian, Scottish and Norwegian salmon drives the market to record levels as a result of the crisis situation in Chile, a major producer of Farmed Atlantic Salmon. We expect the market to continue to surge into summer as many sizes become scarce or completely unavailable. Chile, who was already in a crisis state in terms of farmed salmon production caused by a major incidence of Kudoa in its farms, was dealt a major blow to its salmon industry when the earthquake hit the country.

The increased pressure on other major producing countries has resulted in shortages and sky rocketing prices. We are doing everything in our power to remain cost competitive while maintaining the level of quality our customers have become accustomed to.

Alternatives such as Fresh and Defrosted wild species, Steelhead and Artic Char are available and should be strongly considered for their sustainable benefits as well.

Steelhead
Mild with a nut-like flavor and vibrant orange flesh. Its ease of preparation make it a natural choice for a broad range of recipes.

Arctic Char
Its high oil content gives it an excellent flavor and makes it very suited to dry-cooking techniques such as grilling and broiling.
 

Halibut Cheeks

What’s a Halibut Cheek?

Cut from the small, fleshy area behind the eyes and jaw, this unique delicacy known as a halibut cheek has a flavor that is delicate and exquisite. These hard to find medallions are characterized by a sweetness and fine flake that is simply unlike anything else. Fresh halibut cheeks are difficult to describe, but they mimic jumbo sea scallops to some extent in their appearance, taste and texture. Others describe the texture as being similar to fine lobster.

Its versitile uses allow you to simply serve sauteed in a bit of butter and garlic, or it performs just as well pan roasted with warm Panchetta and Vinaigrette. Either way we are certain you will find fresh halibut cheeks rich, well beyond their price.