Care of Seafood
Upon Delivery, all Perishable Seafood should be immediately refrigerated.
Fresh Fish
Fish and fillets should be stored in the coldest part of the refrigerator. It is recommended that for optimal quality it is prepared as soon as possible. However, due to the quality of our seafood most items will remain excellent for up to 3 days after receipt. Some sources recommend wrapping fish/fillets in plastic and placing them in crushed ice; if you elect to use this method please note that the flesh should not come in direct contact with the ice itself and that the ice must be replenished as it melts and breaks down.
Shellfish and Lobster
Live Lobsters
Product is live. Store in refrigeration upon receipt, covered in seaweed (included in shipment), damp towels or paper. DO NOT store in fresh water or ice. Do not store in air tight plastic containers or bags. Live Lobsters should be cooked within 24 hours of receipt.
Mussels
Product is live. Healthy mussels will be open slightly – to check if they are alive, simply tap on the shell and they should slowly close. Discard mussels that have broken or still remain open after being tapped together. Store in refrigeration upon receipt, preferably in a mesh bag, covered in damp towels or paper. DO NOT store in fresh water or ice. Do not store in air tight plastic containers or bags. DO NOT eat any cooked mussels whose shells remain closed. Best when prepared day of arrival.
Clams
Product is live. Discard clams that have broken or are open. Store in refrigeration upon receipt, covered in damp towels or paper. DO NOT store in fresh water or ice. Do not store in air tight plastic containers or bags. Best when prepared day of arrival.
Oysters
Product is live. Discard oysters that have broken or still remain open after pressing on their shell. Store in refrigeration upon receipt, covered in damp towels or paper, preferably so they lie flat. DO NOT store in fresh water or ice. Do not store in air tight plastic containers or bags. Best when prepared day of arrival, oysters will live up to 5 days in refrigeration.
Freezing Seafood
Live Shellfish should not be frozen.
Fresh Fish/Fillets can be frozen if necessary. Best practice is to vacuum seal and freeze immediately upon receipt. Freezer bags are acceptable for short term storage – press all the air out to minimize the risk of freezer burn. Fish should be consumed no later than 6 months but is optimal at 3 months. For best results, fish should be thawed in refrigeration 1-2 days prior to use; do not thaw at room temperature or in a microwave as it will greatly diminish quality.