Category: Fresh Maine Lobster

Why We Really Boil Lobsters Alive

It’s one of the questions we get often: why do we have to boil lobsters alive? People love to eat fresh Maine lobster—but not everyone likes to see, or hear, the crustaceans be prepared for our consumption. But what if we told you that boiling is, in fact, the safest way to eat lobster for… Read more »

How to Make Lobster Newburg

Lobster Newburg is one of the classics of American seafood cooking. Creamy, saucy, and rich, it’s sure to impress the guests at your next dinner party. History of Lobster Newburg There are a few different theories as to how the dish came about, but the most popular holds that it was created in 1876 at… Read more »

How to Properly Cook a Lobster

Planning a special dinner? One delicious and gourmet option your loved one will enjoy is lobster. Delivered right to your door by Cape Porpoise Lobster Co, all you have to do is toss the crustaceans in a pot! Boiling Lobster There are so many ways to cook lobster, but boiling is one of the most… Read more »

Lobster Recipes for the Crock Pot

With the colder weather upon us, this is the perfect time of year for warm and hearty meals. If you love seafood, there are some incredible lobster recipes for the crock pot and slow cooker to try out! Buttery crock pot lobster roll Lobster rolls are a New England summertime staple, but this recipe proves… Read more »

What is Causing the Lobster Boom in Maine?

Good times are happening right now in Maine if you’re a lobster lover. Today, Maine is faced with a groundbreaking overload of lobsters but it wasn’t always so and it may be different tomorrow. Lobster culture has become a way of life on the coast of Maine; in fact Maine now produces 80 percent of… Read more »

Freshen Up Your Spring Menu with Seafood

Spring is the perfect season to mix up your menu, and here at Cape Porpoise Lobster, we think the best way to do so is to add in some delicious seafood recipes Grilled Lobster Rolls With the right amount of Dijon mustard and a bit of tarragon, lobster rolls can be a delicious, easy to… Read more »

Wild Caught vs. Farm Raised Seafood

When we think of seafood here at Cape Porpoise Lobster Co. we think of the healthy, flavorful and fresh caught shellfish that make their ways into the nets of local Maine fisherman and then to our doors. But when you are served seafood at chain restaurants like Red Lobster, that isn’t quite what you are… Read more »

Reaping the Health Benefits of Lobster

A decadent and delicious dinner food, lobster is not often considered when you are looking for a healthy meal to serve. But it isn’t the crustacean itself that is unhealthy. Instead, it is the way it is often prepared – dipped in butter and topped with salt – that should be avoided when you are… Read more »

This Year’s World Record Lobsters

A delectable, gourmet treat, lobster is our specialty here in Maine. Over the course of the past year, individuals across the globe have displayed their love of this red crustacean, breaking and creating unique world records! From right here in Maine to across the globe in China, check out these seafood-themed victories. Largest Crustacean Sculpture… Read more »

Some Fun Facts You Didn’t Know About Lobsters

A luxury meal that diners around the world love; there is more to the lobster than meets the eye. This delectable crustacean is high in omega-3 fatty acid and makes a heart-healthy meal that can be enjoyed on holidays, for celebrations or just to spice up your dinner routine! Learn some fun facts about our… Read more »