Species Name:
Crassostrea virginicaSustainability Rating:
Green – Best Choice
What:
A delicious Atlantic Oyster from Canada
When:
Available year-roundWhere/How:
Where – Prince Edward Island, Canada (Malpeque Bay)
How – Farm Raised
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Characteristics
Sold in 100 ct. bags, Malpeques are quite salty, with a hint of lettuce.
For Your Menu
Delicious raw, play off the Malpeques high salt content with a contrasting flavor – what about a bit of watermelon?
For Your Waitstaff
Let your customers know that oysters are super sustainable (and full of zinc, so they are not only delicious, but good for you!)
For Your Retail Display
Display Malpeques with a jar of cocktail sauce – your customers will appreciate the reminder!