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Buying fish seems like a simple task until you are met with a variety of unfamiliar labels at the fish market. From “flash frozen” to “sushi grade,” it can be difficult to make an informed purchase unless you are well versed on all these terms.

Even for people who do not have a taste for seafood, salmon tends to be an exception due to its silky texture and full flavor profile. Unfortunately, many people do not know what to look for at the fish market, or how to prepare it properly

You’ve seen them on menus all over the United States, and they never fail to provide that signature salty, mouthwatering flavor. Blue Point oysters are one of the most frequently harvested and widely available oyster species for a number of reasons. But even so, they are some of the most decadent, extraordinary seafood items in the world. At Farm-2-Market, we harvest our Blue Point oysters on a daily basis, offering our customers connoisseur-quality products. Continue reading to learn why we never tire of these incredible mollusks. Why Blue Point Oysters Are Both Abundant and Highly Regarded Blue Points have been...

Miyagi oysters originate from the Pacific Coast of Asia and have been harvested in Japan for many decades. However, in recent years this type of oyster has been introduced in North America among other popular farming locations around the world. At Farm-2-Market, we source our Miyagi oysters from Point Reyes and Tomales Bay in California.   Our Miyagi oysters are cultured in floating bags which sit amongst a dense layer of algae just as this species does in its natural habitat. The result is a dark-colored outer shell that encases a large, meaty oyster. This species boasts a soft texture...

U.S. nutrition guidelines are constantly urging Americans to incorporate more seafood into their diet. Seafood provides healthy fats, vitamins, and other nutrients that are seldom found in meat and plant sources. While it is widely believed that eating fish is the best way to reap all of the health benefits that seafood has to offer, crab is actually an excellent alternative, often with even more nutritional value. Continue reading to learn more about the health benefits of crab from our seafood experts at Farm-2-Market. 5 Health Benefits of Crab 1. Rich in protein Crab is extremely high in protein, boasting...