Salt Baked Branzino
Salt Baked Branzino 2 whole branzino (cleaned, fins removed (about 1 lb each))1/2-3/4 cups Extra-virgin olive oil (more for drizzle)1 tsp freshly chopped tarragon1 tsp freshly chopped oreganopepper to taste2 lemons (one for the juice, one for thin slices, extra...
Explore Our Latest Video: A Glimpse of a Bustling Summer Morning at HFM in Beautiful Maine
Dive deep into the heart of HFM's vibrant daily operations as we capture the essence of a quintessential summer morning in Maine. From the first light shimmering over the horizon to the lively mid-morning bustle, our latest video offers an immersive experience of what...
Maine Steamer Clams: Ugly yet Delicious!
Steamer clams, long necks or soft shelled clams are one of Maine’s most treasured mollusks. They can be dug in the mud or sand during low tide in the intertidal areas of the coast. Clams are economically important to Maine as they are number 2 only to...
Shad; a Porcupine in disguise?
When the Lord made shad, The devil was mad For it seemed such a feast of delight; So to poison the scheme He jumped in the stream, And stuck in the bones out of spite! Old Fisherman’s poem Shad, is a member of the herring family and was a historically important food...
Sea Urchin and Uni; One and the Same!
Atlantic Green Urchins are found along the coast of Maine through the Canadian Maritimes. Interestingly enough, the word “urchin” came from the Old English for hedgehog. This makes perfect sense being how they are both incredibly spiny! Urchins live in shallow, rocky...
Bouillabaisse or Cioppino?
Cioppino, the Genoese tomato based stew made of a melange of seafood, was brought to the San Francisco area by Italian immigrant fishermen in the late 1800s. The fishermen would use whatever seafood was left over from the day’s catch. Crab, shrimp, clams and fish were...
Introducing Acme Smoked Fish™ Products
Harbor Fish Market is excited to offer our customers an excellent line of products from Acme Smoked Fish™. Acme is a 4th generation, family run business that’s been in operation for over 100 years, based in Brooklyn, NY. Acme’s product line consists of traditional...
A World of Seafood
More than 3 billion people in the world today rely on seafood as their primary protein. It turns out that even Neanderthals loved what the sea had to offer. Huge caches of shells and bones were found in caves in Portugal dating back to 86,000 to 106,000 years ago....
The Curly-Tailed Fella and other Seafaring Superstitions
Unpredictable and vast, the sea presents challenge and danger to fishermen. The amount of control they have is limited. For centuries, fishermen have taken heed of some pretty curious superstitions perhaps to ensure their safe return to land. On a recent trip...
Labor Day in Maine
Happy Labor Day to all of America’s workers! We at Harbor Fish Market appreciate all our hard working staff, especially in the difficult times we have all experienced during this pandemic. Our state has a long history celebrating the Maine worker. After much unrest in...
END OF SUMMER: GETTING IN ALL YOUR FAVORITES
The end of summer, Labor Day Weekend, is coming up fast! Summer evenings grilling on the deck will soon be replaced by kettles of hot seafood chowder eaten in front of the fire. Time to get our summer favorites, our must haves, in line for lunches and dinners over the...
ON THE FARM TWO: Good Practices/Good Products
This week we are writing about our Portland wharf neighbor, Bangs Island Mussels. Bangs has been cultivating sustainable mussels off the islands of Clapboard and Bang’s in Casco Bay since 1999. Mussels are naturally one of the ocean’s great filter feeders, farming...
ON THE FARM: Good Practices/Good Products
Let's start by saying fresh shrimp is not something the Northeast sees much of. The Northern Maine Shrimp that we used to enjoy has been depleted and has fled to colder waters. Unfortunately, according to the Gulf of Maine Research Institute, the Gulf of Maine, all...
Maine ‘Shedder’ Lobsters
You may have heard the term 'shedders' if you have been buying Maine lobsters this summer. It's a term used to describe a lobster that has shed it's shell, and developed a new shell, which is now soft. These lobsters are also called new shells or soft shells. Makes...
Mother’s Day
Mom…a word that conjures up all kinds of warm images. A warm kitchen is what comes to my mind when I think of my mom, where something delicious was always going on the stove top or in the oven. So, it’s no wonder that with Mother’s Day approaching my thoughts turn to...
All About Wester Ross Salmon
Salmon is a popular fish for good reason! It's rich, decadent, and an eye-catching color on your dinner table; especially if you’re purchasing it from the right business. Wester Ross Fisheries is one of those “right” businesses. Their practices are far beyond your...
Memorial Day 2020
We always think of the first big seasonal BBQ as Memorial Weekend, it’s the kick-off to summer. Now, I know some people never stop grilling no matter what, and that’s cool. But in Maine, when it is below zero and the snow is whipped by the wind so hard it hurts your...
Featured Fish: Acadian Red Fish
Acadian Red Fish, also known as Ocean Perch, Rose Fish, or just plain Red Fish are a smart seafood choice because they are sustainably managed and responsibly harvested under U.S. regulations. They are orange to flame red in color, with a paler underbelly. They have...
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