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• What’s the Difference Between Bay and Sea Scallops?

  • October 7th, 2016
  • Tags: Tags: bay scallops, scallops, sea scallops, seafood facts
    

  Being a seafood connoisseur is hard enough due to all the different varieties of foods you’ll come across.  There are many species of crab to eat, an endless list of fish, and even different types of shrimp to indulge in…. Read More

• Why Eating Mussels Can Improve Your Health

  • October 7th, 2016
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  The health benefits of seafood are frequently discussed–the ocean provides us with plenty of opportunities to stay healthy.  From crabs to shrimp, from seaweed to calamari, seafood provides us with a cocktail of nutrients and minerals we wouldn’t normally get… Read More

• 3 Great Desserts That Go Perfectly With Seafood

  • September 23rd, 2016
  • Tags: Tags: crabs, dessert, menu items
    

  While the main course of a seafood meal is the focus, sides and desserts are what define the entire experience.  Whether you’re hosting your own seafood feast, or you’re out to eat at Costas Inn, choosing the perfect dessert is… Read More

• 4 Great Side Dishes to Serve With Crab Cakes

  • September 12th, 2016
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  Thinking about purchasing some of our delicious crab cakes to serve your family or friends?  You’re not going to get very far without a side dish!  Some side dishes go better with crab cakes than others, and knowing which ones… Read More

• 3 Different Ways You Can Cook Crabs

  • September 5th, 2016
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  One of the best aspects of eating crabs is the number of ways you can prepare them.  Not only are there a plethora of different things you can make with crab meat–soup, crab cakes, dip, etc.–there are also plenty of… Read More

• How to Expertly Pair Your Wine With Crabs

  • September 2nd, 2016
  • Tags: Tags: Costas Inn, crabs, wine, wine pairing
    

  For those who love a good beer, we’ve already covered what you should try drinking when you’re feasting on crabs.  But wine is another matter entirely!  Wine is finicky, and when paired incorrectly, it can ruin a meal.  It’s more… Read More

• Surprising Species in the Chesapeake Bay

  • September 2nd, 2016
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  You definitely know all about the blue crabs of the Chesapeake Bay, and we’ve given you the facts you need about our oysters.  But the Bay is filled to the brim with amazing species, and some are not commonly known…. Read More

• 5 Amazing Crab Species Around the World

  • August 18th, 2016
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  Yes, we love blue crabs here at Costas Inn.  But there are so many crab species in the world that not mentioning them would be a crime.  Each crab species has its own special identifiable quality that really makes it… Read More

• The Wonders of Oysters in the Chesapeake Bay

  • August 8th, 2016
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  One of the most amazing creatures in the Chesapeake Bay is also one of the most important.  Oysters are more than just delicious; they keep our bay clean and functioning, and provide a lot of opportunities for the environment to… Read More

• How to Properly Eat a Crab

  • August 1st, 2016
  • Tags: Tags: blue crabs, eating crabs, how to pick crabs
    

  For many, picking and eating a crab is still a foreign concept.  If you aren’t a Maryland native this can be especially difficult to learn, as you don’t grow up surrounded by adults who teach you.  And some simply pick… Read More