Why we only sell 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.
Fishmongers • HFX • NS
Fishmongers • HFX • NS

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.

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