Lobsters are large marine crustaceans and considered a delicious seafood delicacy by many. The State of Maine is one of the largest producers of these lobsters and the lobsters from this state are popularly known as Maine lobsters. They are regarded as world's best lobsters because of their sweet and succulent taste. The gourmet chefs and seafood buyers have rated Maine lobsters as the best in the world as per the shellfish rating scales. No wonder, so many customers keep coming back for their favorite Maine lobsters. Maine even hosts a festival annually in honor of these lobsters. The festival has huge parade, live entertainment, juried Maine arts and crafts show, amusement rides, and harbor cruises, waterfront activities, contests and cooking of lobster dinner in the world's largest outdoors steamer. And if you are planning to catch these Maine lobsters yourself while you are in Maine, check out the laws and regulations beforehand. You need to get a license if you want to catch these Maine lobsters for commercial or recreational purposes. Maine lobsters are caught with the help of lobster traps, which are made in such a way that they allow a lobster to enter, but make it impossible for the big ones to turn around and escape. This capturing technique allows intended escape of smaller and younger lobsters sine it is illegal to catch lobsters in Maine less than 1 lb. Similarly it is not allowed to catch a Maine lobster above 4lb of weight. This is enforced to retain a balanced growth of lobsters in the area. So if a lobster weighs outside this range, it cannot be from Maine! Maine lobsters and lobster tails, fresh or frozen, are available from seafood stores or on the Internet. They are generally shipped to destinations where they can reach in an overnight so as not to get spoilt. They are priced from $50 onwards depending on their size and weight. It is very common to find shops selling lobsters from Massachusetts or even from Canada, and labeling them as Maine lobsters to get a better price! So take your pick from a reputed store and get a fresh and healthy Maine lobster. |
