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  • Buying and freshness

Sea scallops vs bay scallops: two different animals

sea scallops vs bay scallops

Sea scallops vs bay scallops is not a size question. They are two species with two different lives, and only one of them is fished on our own coast. Here is what separates them and which one you actually want.

  • Michel Richer
  • September 1, 2026
  • Buying and freshness

Dry vs wet scallops: what to look for when buying

dry vs wet scallops

Wet scallops are soaked in phosphate so they hold water you end up paying for, and they will not brown properly. Here is what the soaking does, what Canadian rules actually require, and how to tell dry vs wet scallops before you buy.

  • Michel Richer
  • August 18, 2026
  • Buying and freshness

Cooked vs raw shrimp, and why we carry both

cooked vs raw shrimp

Cooked vs raw shrimp is not a detail, it is the whole decision. Our two shrimp are different animals in different states, doing different jobs. Here is how to tell which one your recipe wants, and why we carry both.

  • Michel Richer
  • February 24, 2026
  • Buying and freshness

Why we only sell dry-packed scallops

dry-packed scallops

Most scallops sold in North America are wet, soaked in phosphate to hold water you end up paying for. Here is why we only sell dry-packed scallops, and how to spot the difference.

  • Michel Richer
  • February 17, 2026
  • Buying and freshness

How to tell if fish is fresh: What to look for before you buy

how to tell if fish is fresh

Learn the real signs of fresh fish, including smell, texture, and colour, plus why properly frozen seafood can sometimes be the better option.

  • Michel Richer
  • January 20, 2026
  • Buying and freshness

Buying seafood online: What to look for before you order

buying seafood online

Buying seafood online can be excellent or disappointing depending on the supplier. Learn what actually matters before you order.

  • Michel Richer
  • January 13, 2026
  • Buying and freshness

Fresh vs frozen fish: What actually matters when buying seafood

fresh vs frozen fish

Fresh doesn't automatically mean better. Here's what actually determines seafood quality, and when frozen is the smarter choice.

  • Michel Richer
  • January 6, 2026
  • Buying and freshness

Flaky vs firm fish: What’s the difference and how to cook each

flaky vs firm fish

Not all fish cook the same. Learn the difference between flaky and firm fish and how to cook each properly.

  • Michel Richer
  • October 28, 2025
  • Buying and freshness

Best fish for beginners: What to buy and why it works

best fish for beginners

New to cooking seafood? These are the best fish for beginners and why they are easier to cook successfully.

  • Michel Richer
  • October 21, 2025
  • Buying and freshness

Skin-on vs skinless fish: When to use each

skin-on vs skinless fish

Skin-on vs skinless fish can change how your meal tastes, cooks, and nourishes. Learn when to use each and how to make the most of both.

  • Michel Richer
  • July 29, 2025
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