Why Deep-Set Buoy Gear? Buoy strike indicators show when a fish is on the line, allowing for rapid processing of swordfish and live release of non-target catch Non-targets like sea turtles and sharks are avoided by strategically positioning hooks at depths below the surface waters during the day Deep-setting provides the west coast with a low-impact option for landing local …
Shrimp, Wild Blue
Species Name:Litopenaeus stylirostris Sustainability Rating:Yellow – Good Alternative What:Fresh wild Blue Mexican Shrimp caught by small panga boats. Available through Special Order Only (Order by Thursday for Wednesday Delivery) Packed in 20lb cases When:Seasonal (September-March) Where/How:Where: Sea of Cortez; Gulf of California How: Wild-Caught; Drift net, Cast nets, and bottom trawl from panga boats Back to Product Guide Characteristics Boat-to-Table …
Squid, California Market
Species Name:Doryteuthis opalescens Sustainability Rating:Green – Best Choice What:California Market Squid has been a local industry since the 1860’s, when Chinese Fisherman began harvesting this tasty seafood off Monterey Bay… in the 1980’s increased effort in Southern California increased squid landings state-wide. The Monterey Bay season runs from April to November and in Southern California landings begin in November and run through April. …
Crab Meat, Coastal Blend
Species Name:Cancer magister; Cancer borealis; Metacarcinus edwardsii Sustainability Rating: Grey – Unrated What:A unique combination of crab meat that consists of Dungeness Crab, Jonah Crab, and Rock Crab. Hand-picked allowing for larger chunks and less broken pieces The leg, body, and claw meat are layer packed separately for ease of use Vacuum sealed to ensure optimum freshness. A smaller pack …
Lobster Cocktail Claws
Species Name:Homarus americanus Sustainability Rating:Yellow – Good Alternative What:Cooked and frozen Atlantic lobster claws. When:Available Year-Round Where/How:Where – Canada How – Wild-caught Back to Product Guide Characteristics Since this product is easily stored in the freezer, you can always be on top of your inventory. Simply thaw and serve lobster cocktail claws chilled or steamed with a side of melted …
Shrimp, Ceviche Cut (Raw)
Species Name:Litopenaeus stylirostris, Farfantepenaeus aztecus, Litopenaeus setiferus, & Litopenaeus vannamei Sustainability Rating:Multiple Ratings What:Ready-to-cook wild-caught Mexican Shrimp for ceviche dishes and other shrimp dish applications. When:Available Year-Round Where/How:Where – Mexico How – Wild-caught Back to Product Guide Characteristics For Your Menu If your guests are looking for a light and refreshing appetizer, then Shrimp ceviche is it! This easy-to-make dish …
Scallops, Hokkaido
Species Name:Patinopecten yessoensis Sustainability Rating:Santa Monica Seafood Blue What:Wild-caught Sea Scallops from Japan When:Available Year-Round Where/How:Where – North Coast of Japan’s Hokkaido Island How – Wild Caught/Dredge Back to Product Guide Characteristics Hokkaido’s are recognized as the finest scallops Japan has to offer and we have them custom graded! These scallops live in super cold water which gives them an …
Crab Meat, Pacific Stone
Species Name:Cancer productus Sustainability Rating:Grey – Unrated What:Fresh, cooked, pasteurized Stone Crab claw and lump meat. When:Available Year-Round Where/How:Where: Guerrero Negro, Baja CA, Mexico How: Wild-caught, traps, and pots Back to Product Guide Characteristics Pacific stone crabs contain delicious meat – sweet and succulent with a delicious crab flavor! Since the meat is picked and fully cooked, they couldn’t be …
Crab Meat, Snow Crab (Combo)
Species Name:Chionoecetes opilio Sustainability Rating:Yellow – Good Alternative What:Snow Crab leg and body meat combo (65/35) When:Available year-round Where/How:Where – Canada How – Wild Caught Back to Product Guide Characteristics Its snow-white meat is what gives snow crab its name. Snow crab meat is sweet and flaky, and slightly more delicate in flavor than king crab meat. We offer this …
Sturgeon, Wild
Species Name:Acipenser transmontanus Sustainability Rating:Red – Avoid What:White Sturgeon is a long-lived prehistoric and unique fish with tasty, firm meat, and highly prized roe. Special Order (7 Days) When:Available fresh around fall and spring for best prices Where/How:Where – Columbia River How – Wild Caught Back to Product Guide Characteristics Wild sturgeon is an underrated fish that deserves more attention. …