We are bringing in three Gulf Coast delicacies: Royal Red shrimp, Summer Salt oysters, and red snapper. If you're suddenly thinking, "Oooh! These would be exceptional ingredients to surprise my {enter special person(s) here} when I cook for {enter pronoun here}," you would be correct. This isn't seafood you see all the time, and we're excited to be bringing them in. Read about each below.

You can order one, two, or all of these from today through next Wednesday, 7/24; your order will be available for pickup at the store of your choice starting Friday, 7/26.
Royal Red Shrimp
Royal Red shrimp, or Pleoticus Robustus, for you scientific name aficionados, are a deepwater shrimp species found from the Gulf of Mexico to New England. These are big shrimp, with 10 to 15 of them per pound. Hank Shaw, author of Hook, Line and Supper, describes them as softer than "typical" shrimp and more similar to scallops, blue crab, or lobster, and he still recalls his first experience eating them in Florida, where they were served with lime butter; he remembers them as being heavenly. Because they make their home in deeper waters than do other Alabama shrimp, Royal Reds have a natural saltiness to their taste.
Cooking these shrimp requires a gentle touch, as they cook quickly and are best prepared with minimal seasoning or sauces — options like butter poaching or steaming are ideal. Shaw emphasizes that less is more when cooking royal reds, and they can even be enjoyed raw in dishes like Mexican aguachile. Their unique flavor and texture make them a prized catch among seafood enthusiasts.

ROYAL RED SHRIMP
$18.99/lb
Summer Salt Oysters
These meaty, full-sized oysters from Cypress Point Oysters in Apalachee Bay, Florida, have a deep cup, 3 inches or larger, and they're known for their briny and slightly sweet flavor, a result of the nutrient-rich waters from which they are harvested. They have a firm yet creamy texture, making them a pleasure to eat both raw and cooked. Enjoy them on the half-shell with a squeeze of lemon or a dash of mignonette sauce to enhance their natural flavors.

SUMMER SALT OYSTERS
$1.99/ea
Red Snapper Fillets
You probably already know about red snapper. It is a popular and versatile fish known for its mild, slightly sweet flavor and firm, flaky texture. This fish is typically found in the Atlantic Ocean, the Gulf of Mexico, and the Caribbean Sea, often inhabiting rocky bottoms, ledges, reefs, and the hippest undersea clubs.

Red snapper are easily recognizable by their rosy-red color and dark fringe on their fins. They usually range from 1.5 to 2 feet in length but can grow up to 40 inches and weigh as much as 50 pounds.
Red snapper is a favorite in many cuisines due to its versatility. It can be grilled, baked, broiled or fried, and pairs well with a variety of seasonings and sauces. Its mild flavor makes it a great canvas for bold spices and marinades.

RED SNAPPER
$39.99/lb