Bluefin Tuna Gets a New October Quota
Bluefin Tuna Gets a New October Quota The commercial Atlantic bluefin tuna General category reopened October 1 after its September quota was reached. For chefs, that puts fresh bluefin back on the radar for fall features. The current limit is one fish per vessel per day or trip, and fishing remains restricted on certain days. […]
Fishing Boats Return as Weather Improves
Fishing Boats Return as Weather Improves After last week’s nor’easter kept many fishing boats at the dock, calmer conditions are giving fishers a chance to get back on the water. As fresh landings resume, we expect Northeast fish supply to move back toward normal. There is no repeat of last week’s major coastal storm in […]
Delivery Fuel Surcharge Update
Delivery Fuel Surcharge Update We appreciate the trust you place in Congressional Seafood to deliver quality seafood and dependable service. With transportation and fuel costs continuing to rise, an $8.00 fuel surcharge per delivery is effective immediately. We made this change to help cover delivery costs while keeping our product pricing as competitive as possible. […]
Virginia Fluke Season Returns October 1st
Fresh Virginia fluke is getting ready to make its return. Virginia’s commercial fluke fishery opens back up October 1, bringing another source of fresh East Coast fish into the market. With more local supply available, we expect pricing to begin easing from the elevated levels we have seen while availability has been tight. This is […]
Last Call for Winter Maryland Crab Meat
Last call for winter Maryland crab meat. Summer is just about over and now is the time to start thinking about your fall and winter Maryland crabmeat needs. We are planning our nitro-frozen Maryland crabmeat program, allowing us to freeze and store Maryland crabmeat while local production is strong. Nitro-freezing locks in flavor, texture, and […]
Chesapeake Bay Crabs Still Going Strong
Chesapeake Bay Crabs are still going strong. Water temperatures in the Chesapeake Bay are still holding around 80°F, which means soft crabs and crab meat remain in full swing. The warmer water keeps crabs active and feeding, resulting in a good supply of both soft shells and quality crabmeat. We’re seeing strong landings from our […]
Fish in Season
Fish in Season – 5.18.26 – 5.22.26 Mahi – With the rise in fuel costs and longer fishing trips, we are seeing a decrease in supply. Halibut – Market is starting to increase due to higher demand. Expect to see a jump in price this week. Lobsters – With more and more fishing grounds starting […]
Grouper Season Is in Full Swing
Grouper season continues to build momentum, and availability remains strong on these wild caught fish heading into the summer months. As weather conditions improve and more boats are able to fish consistently, supply is expected to increase even further. With firm texture, mild flavor, and versatility across preparations, grouper remains a great option for grilled […]
Hokkaido Scallops Offer a Summer Alternative
With domestic scallop pricing expected to increase June 1st, Hokkaido scallops continue to stand out as a premium alternative heading into the summer season. These scallops are dry and refreshed without chemicals, meaning they don’t take on excess water and hit the pan ready to sear. The result is a firm texture, beautiful caramelization, and […]
Soft Shell Crab Supply Tightens Between Sheds
Soft Shell Crab Supply – This week we’re seeing a tightening in soft shell crab availability as the fishery moves through the natural gap between sheds. As many chefs know, supply can fluctuate quickly this time of year depending on water temperatures and molting activity. The next expected shed should come out of Delaware and […]