#Giant Lobster by Winston Bronnum

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National Lobster Day

Whether you’re a long-time lobster aficionado or someone who’s still hesitant about seafood, now’s the time to give this classic marine delicacy a try.

Sure, it’s true that not everybody loves seafood, but it is also true that this is an untapped culinary treasure trove that you need to explore. There are so many excellent types of seafood you can try, but  there is no question that top of the pile is most definitely lobster. If  you have ever been to a top seafood restaurant and ordered the lobster,  you’ll know what an event this is, and how it is something that you  need to make sure you experience as much as possible.

A bit of a seafood aficionado? Then you’re probably someone who loves  a bit of lobster – one of the most decadent and delicious seafood items  that money can buy. Indeed, one of the most delectable dishes in modern  cuisine. Often served up with lemon and butter, the lobster may not  look very pretty when it’s crawling around on the sea floor – but as the  saying goes, never judge a book by its cover; and with those spindly  legs and little eyes, there’s certainly no doubt that the humble lobster  tastes a whole lot better than it looks! It is a delicacy for so many  of us, and it is right that this crustacean should have his special day!  

National Lobster Day is a great day to celebrate the delicious goodness of our favorite creepy crustacean, learn more about its life and honor the fishermen who help to bring the creature to our dinner plates. Not many creatures or foods have a specific day dedicated to them, and this is something you are going to need to focus on as much as  possible. Let’s take a look at what National Lobster Day entails, and  explore a bit about the history of this day and how you can make the  most of it right now.

History of National Lobster Day

Lobsters can last an awfully long time in the wild – longer than you might think! – if they aren’t scooped up to be made into something tasty. It’s estimated that they can live up to a massive 50 years, although aging them correctly is a little tough. Of course, this is something of a moot point when it comes to eating them, as your interest  is purely in the way they taste. Lobsters are a big coup for fisherman,  and they have specific nets dedicated to trying to capture these  creatures.

They are omnivores, which means they are quite happy to tuck into plants and other ocean-dwellers alike. They also tend to munch on their  own skin after they molt – waste not, want not! The lobster is a creature revered and respected, and it seems fitting that this creepy looking critter should be celebrated for its gorgeous taste, and the  role it plays in fine dining.

Today, lobster is considered a luxury food – served up in soup,  rolls, or simply with lashings of warm butter. However, it wasn’t always  like this; once upon a time, lobster was far from a pricey and  sought-after foodstuff. It seems hard to believe it, but there was once a  time when lobster was not viewed in the way it is now. In fact, quite  the opposite, it was actually seen as something eaten by lower classes; let’s find out more.

Prior to the mid 19th century, lobster was usually only eaten by servants or those considered to be from within the lower echelons of society. It was even served up in prisons quite frequently – allegedly, much to the complaints of the prisoners – and in some places, it was even considered to be best used for fish bait or as fertilizer. How times have changed!

How to celebrate National Lobster Day

When you are faced with the prospect of a day like National Lobster Day it pays to prepare and make a plan for this moving forward. There  are so many things that you are going to need to consider if you want to  make the most of this, and this is something to consider. Think about  some of the best ways you can enjoy and make the most of National  Lobster Day. You could choose to visit your favorite seafood restaurant,  head for an expensive lobster dinner, or even grab some lobster for a  luxury family feast at home.

If this is something that interests you then there are quite a few  epic lobster recipes you can find online that you will be able to work  on. Lobster bisque is one of the most common and popular choices, but you should also think about something like Lobster Newburg and Lobster  Thermidor as well. Conjuring up an unforgettable lobster dish is  something that will really put the icing on the cake in terms of celebrating National Lobster Day as much as possible.

Alternatively, you might like to have a lobster fancy dress party, or even take a trip to Maine, considered the lobster capital of the United  States, and home to Maine Lobster Museum!

These days, you don’t have to go too far to find a restaurant that  will serve up lobster for you to try. Whether that be in a lobster roll, lobster soup or – if you’re feeling really decadent – the whole lobster itself! If you go buy a lobster yourself to rustle up something tasty, there’s plenty of simple recipes to give a go. Served up with some vegetables and some warm crusty bread, you can’t go far wrong! Be sure  to treat yourself today, just watch out for those great big claws!

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Harvey’s Big Potato, also known as the Maugerville Big Potato, has been a quirky landmark since its creation in 1969.

The statue was originally commissioned by Harvey’s Produce Market, a local business in Maugerville, New Brunswick.

The idea was to create a giant potato to celebrate the region’s rich agricultural heritage and to attract customers to the market.

The statue was sculpted by Winston Bronnum, a well-known artist who also created other famous landmarks like the world’s largest lobster in Shediac.

Over the years, the Big Potato has become an iconic symbol of the area.

This giant spud stands about 14 feet tall and weighs several tons.

Made of concrete, the statue is designed to look like a freshly dug potato, complete with realistic bumps and imperfections.

Its sheer size and detailed craftsmanship make it a striking and memorable sight for anyone passing by.

You can find Harvey’s Big Potato in Maugerville, New Brunswick, along Route 105.

This location is just southeast of Fredericton, making it an easy stop for travelers exploring the region.

The statue is situated on the grounds of Silver Valley Farms, which took over the site from Harvey’s Produce Market.

The farm continues to maintain the statue, ensuring it remains a beloved roadside attraction.

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The World's Largest Lobster, Shediac, New Brunswick, Canada by Clement Tang * This image is included in a gallery "Amazing Things" curated by John Hewitt 7. The World's Largest Lobster (French: Le plus grand homard du monde) is a concrete and reinforced steel statue by Canadian artist Winston Bronnum. The statue is 11 metres long and 5 metres tall, weighing 90 tonnes. The sculpture was commissioned by the Shediac Rotary Club as a tribute to the town's lobster fishing industry The sculpture took three years to complete, at a cost of $170,000. It attracts 500,000 visitors per year. The giant claws are constructed of fibreglass. Shediac is recognized all over the world as "The Lobster Capital of the World" for its lobster fishing industry. Contrary to popular belief, this is not actually the "World's Largest Lobster" as that title went to the Big Lobster statue in Rosetown, South Australia, until 2015 when Qianjiang, Hubei, China built a 100-tonne lobster/crayfish. Artist: Winston Bronnum Year : 1990 Type : Concrete Statue Location : Shediac, New Brunswick, Canada Owner : Town of Shediac https://flic.kr/p/2kKtQA6

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National Lobster Day

Whether you’re a long-time lobster aficionado or someone who’s still hesitant about seafood, now’s the time to give this classic marine delicacy a try.

Sure, it’s true that not everybody loves seafood, but it is also true that this is an untapped culinary treasure trove that you need to explore. There are so many excellent types of seafood you can try, but  there is no question that top of the pile is most definitely lobster. If  you have ever been to a top seafood restaurant and ordered the lobster,  you’ll know what an event this is, and how it is something that you  need to make sure you experience as much as possible.

A bit of a seafood aficionado? Then you’re probably someone who loves  a bit of lobster – one of the most decadent and delicious seafood items  that money can buy. Indeed, one of the most delectable dishes in modern  cuisine. Often served up with lemon and butter, the lobster may not  look very pretty when it’s crawling around on the sea floor – but as the  saying goes, never judge a book by its cover; and with those spindly  legs and little eyes, there’s certainly no doubt that the humble lobster  tastes a whole lot better than it looks! It is a delicacy for so many  of us, and it is right that this crustacean should have his special day!  

National Lobster Day is a great day to celebrate the delicious goodness of our favorite creepy crustacean, learn more about its life and honor the fishermen who help to bring the creature to our dinner plates. Not many creatures or foods have a specific day dedicated to them, and this is something you are going to need to focus on as much as  possible. Let’s take a look at what National Lobster Day entails, and  explore a bit about the history of this day and how you can make the  most of it right now.

History of National Lobster Day

Lobsters can last an awfully long time in the wild – longer than you might think! – if they aren’t scooped up to be made into something tasty. It’s estimated that they can live up to a massive 50 years, although aging them correctly is a little tough. Of course, this is something of a moot point when it comes to eating them, as your interest  is purely in the way they taste. Lobsters are a big coup for fisherman,  and they have specific nets dedicated to trying to capture these  creatures.

They are omnivores, which means they are quite happy to tuck into plants and other ocean-dwellers alike. They also tend to munch on their  own skin after they molt – waste not, want not! The lobster is a creature revered and respected, and it seems fitting that this creepy looking critter should be celebrated for its gorgeous taste, and the  role it plays in fine dining.

Today, lobster is considered a luxury food – served up in soup,  rolls, or simply with lashings of warm butter. However, it wasn’t always  like this; once upon a time, lobster was far from a pricey and  sought-after foodstuff. It seems hard to believe it, but there was once a  time when lobster was not viewed in the way it is now. In fact, quite  the opposite, it was actually seen as something eaten by lower classes; let’s find out more.

Prior to the mid 19th century, lobster was usually only eaten by servants or those considered to be from within the lower echelons of society. It was even served up in prisons quite frequently – allegedly, much to the complaints of the prisoners – and in some places, it was even considered to be best used for fish bait or as fertilizer. How times have changed!

How to celebrate National Lobster Day

When you are faced with the prospect of a day like National Lobster Day it pays to prepare and make a plan for this moving forward. There  are so many things that you are going to need to consider if you want to  make the most of this, and this is something to consider. Think about  some of the best ways you can enjoy and make the most of National  Lobster Day. You could choose to visit your favorite seafood restaurant,  head for an expensive lobster dinner, or even grab some lobster for a  luxury family feast at home.

If this is something that interests you then there are quite a few  epic lobster recipes you can find online that you will be able to work  on. Lobster bisque is one of the most common and popular choices, but you should also think about something like Lobster Newburg and Lobster  Thermidor as well. Conjuring up an unforgettable lobster dish is  something that will really put the icing on the cake in terms of celebrating National Lobster Day as much as possible.

Alternatively, you might like to have a lobster fancy dress party, or even take a trip to Maine, considered the lobster capital of the United  States, and home to Maine Lobster Museum!

These days, you don’t have to go too far to find a restaurant that  will serve up lobster for you to try. Whether that be in a lobster roll, lobster soup or – if you’re feeling really decadent – the whole lobster itself! If you go buy a lobster yourself to rustle up something tasty, there’s plenty of simple recipes to give a go. Served up with some vegetables and some warm crusty bread, you can’t go far wrong! Be sure  to treat yourself today, just watch out for those great big claws!

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Canada’s Maritime Provinces switched from Eastern to Atlantic time on June 15, 1902.  

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New Brunswick adopted Eastern Standard Time (until 1902) on December 9, 1883.  

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National Lobster Day

Now considered a fine delicacy throughout most of the world, the crowd-pleasing crustacean has seen darker days. Pacific Standard Magazine writes of a time when “consumers could buy Boston baked beans for 53 cents a pound, canned lobster sold for just 11 cents a pound.” In a time when Maritime New England was practically covered in lobsters, they were a food relegated to prison feed. Lobsters have had quite a journey as a food item. Because rags-to-riches stories are always worth celebrating, on September 25, we observe National Lobster Day!

National Lobster Day Activities

Take a Trip to Maine

Have a Lobster Feast

Wear a Lobster Costume

Go check out the Maine Lobster Museum in Bar Harbor, and have some of the freshest lobster of your life up in this crustacean's capital! People have their own preferences, but it's hard to argue that the classic Maine lobster isn't as good as it gets.

It might cost a pretty penny, but a lobster feast is a great way to spend a family dinner. It's a fun, interactive eating process, and with all that shell-cracking, there's plenty of time for banter in between bites.

No costume shop is complete without a lobster costume, so get on down to your local shop and pick out your shell! Walking down Main Street, you'll have no shortage of funny stares. Embrace it!

Why We Love National Lobster Day

They've Got An Interesting History

They're Fancy

Their Anatomy Is Wild

The lobster's rags-to-riches transformation only came about once a railway started serving the meat as an exotic item to its unknowing passengers. With railroads darting across the country, it didn't take long for word to spread about this delicacy, which was foreign to all but those hailing from the Northeast.

While being economical is a praise-worthy skill in its own right, there's something special about splurging, and lobsters make that easy. What's not fun about being fancy?

Lobsters grow forever, taste with their legs, and chew with their stomachs. Still not convinced? Lobsters can also regenerate limbs, and can create up to 100 pounds of force per square inch between their clamping claws.

Source

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National Lobster Day

Whether you’re a long-time lobster aficionado or someone who’s still  hesitant about seafood, now’s the time to give this classic marine  delicacy a try.

Sure, it’s true that not everybody loves seafood, but it is also true  that this is an untapped culinary treasure trove that you need to  explore. There are so many excellent types of seafood you can try, but  there is no question that top of the pile is most definitely lobster. If  you have ever been to a top seafood restaurant and ordered the lobster,  you’ll know what an event this is, and how it is something that you  need to make sure you experience as much as possible.

A bit of a seafood aficionado? Then you’re probably someone who loves  a bit of lobster – one of the most decadent and delicious seafood items  that money can buy. Indeed, one of the most delectable dishes in modern  cuisine. Often served up with lemon and butter, the lobster may not  look very pretty when it’s crawling around on the sea floor – but as the  saying goes, never judge a book by its cover; and with those spindly  legs and little eyes, there’s certainly no doubt that the humble lobster  tastes a whole lot better than it looks! It is a delicacy for so many  of us, and it is right that this crustacean should have his special day!  

National Lobster Day is a great day to celebrate the delicious  goodness of our favorite creepy crustacean, learn more about its life  and honor the fishermen who help to bring the creature to our dinner  plates. Not many creatures or foods have a specific day dedicated to  them, and this is something you are going to need to focus on as much as  possible. Let’s take a look at what National Lobster Day entails, and  explore a bit about the history of this day and how you can make the  most of it right now.

History of National Lobster Day

Lobsters can last an awfully long time in the wild – longer than you  might think! – if they aren’t scooped up to be made into something  tasty. It’s estimated that they can live up to a massive 50 years,  although aging them correctly is a little tough. Of course, this is  something of a moot point when it comes to eating them, as your interest  is purely in the way they taste. Lobsters are a big coup for fisherman,  and they have specific nets dedicated to trying to capture these  creatures.

They are omnivores, which means they are quite happy to tuck into  plants and other ocean-dwellers alike. They also tend to munch on their  own skin after they molt – waste not, want not! The lobster is a  creature revered and respected, and it seems fitting that this creepy  looking critter should be celebrated for its gorgeous taste, and the  role it plays in fine dining.

Today, lobster is considered a luxury food – served up in soup,  rolls, or simply with lashings of warm butter. However, it wasn’t always  like this; once upon a time, lobster was far from a pricey and  sought-after foodstuff. It seems hard to believe it, but there was once a  time when lobster was not viewed in the way it is now. In fact, quite  the opposite, it was actually seen as something eaten by lower classes;  let’s find out more.

Prior to the mid 19th century, lobster was usually only eaten by  servants or those considered to be from within the lower echelons of  society. It was even served up in prisons quite frequently – allegedly,  much to the complaints of the prisoners – and in some places, it was  even considered to be best used for fish bait or as fertilizer. How  times have changed!

How to celebrate National Lobster Day

When you are faced with the prospect of a day like National Lobster  Day it pays to prepare and make a plan for this moving forward. There  are so many things that you are going to need to consider if you want to  make the most of this, and this is something to consider. Think about  some of the best ways you can enjoy and make the most of National  Lobster Day. You could choose to visit your favorite seafood restaurant,  head for an expensive lobster dinner, or even grab some lobster for a  luxury family feast at home.

If this is something that interests you then there are quite a few  epic lobster recipes you can find online that you will be able to work  on. Lobster bisque is one of the most common and popular choices, but  you should also think about something like Lobster Newburg and Lobster  Thermidor as well. Conjuring up an unforgettable lobster dish is  something that will really put the icing on the cake in terms of  celebrating National Lobster Day as much as possible.

Alternatively, you might like to have a lobster fancy dress party, or  even take a trip to Maine, considered the lobster capital of the United  States, and home to Maine Lobster Museum!

These days, you don’t have to go too far to find a restaurant that  will serve up lobster for you to try. Whether that be in a lobster roll,  lobster soup or – if you’re feeling really decadent – the whole lobster  itself! If you go buy a lobster yourself to rustle up something tasty,  there’s plenty of simple recipes to give a go. Served up with some  vegetables and some warm crusty bread, you can’t go far wrong! Be sure  to treat yourself today, just watch out for those great big claws!

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Canada’s Maritime Provinces switched from Eastern to Atlantic time on June 15, 1902.  

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New Brunswick adopted Eastern Standard Time (until 1902) on December 9, 1883.  

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Clouds (No. 10)

Cape Jourimain National Wildlife Area, NB (three pics)

Shediac, NB (three pics)

Moncton, NB (two pics)

Quebec City (two pics)

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New Brunswick adopted Eastern Standard Time (until 1902) on December 9, 1883.

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National Lobster Day

National Lobster Day is observed each year on September 25th.  

The simplest way to enjoy Lobster is boiled then dipped in melted butter.  A couple of favorite lobster recipes include Lobster Newberg and Lobster Thermidor.  It is also the main ingredient in soup, bisque, lobster rolls and salads.

Large lobsters are estimated to be 50 years old.

HOW TO OBSERVE

Celebrate by enjoying a delicious lobster meal at your favorite seafood restaurant or by cooking a lobster dish at home.  

Following are some “tried and true” recipes for you to enjoy.

Lobster Newburg

Lobster Thermidor

Lobster Salad

Lobster Bisque

According to the Guinness World Records, the largest lobster ever caught was in Nova Scotia, Canada, weighing 44.4 lbs.

HISTORY

In 2014, Senators Angus King and Susan Collins of Maine drafted a joint resolution designating September 25 as National Lobster Day. Recognizing the men and women in an industry with a long and rich heritage, the proclamation celebrates the lobster from sea to table.

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National Lobster Day

Now considered a fine delicacy throughout most of the world, the crowd-pleasing crustacean has seen darker days. Pacific Standard Magazine writes of a time when “consumers could buy Boston baked beans for 53 cents a pound, canned lobster sold for just 11 cents a pound.” In a time when Maritime New England was practically covered in lobsters, they were a food relegated to prison feed. Lobsters have had quite a journey as a food item. Because rags-to-riches stories are always worth celebrating, on September 25, we observe National Lobster Day!

National Lobster Day Activities

Take a Trip to Maine

Have a Lobster Feast

Wear a Lobster Costume

Go check out the Maine Lobster Museum in Bar Harbor, and have some of the freshest lobster of your life up in this crustacean's capital! People have their own preferences, but it's hard to argue that the classic Maine lobster isn't as good as it gets.

It might cost a pretty penny, but a lobster feast is a great way to spend a family dinner. It's a fun, interactive eating process, and with all that shell-cracking, there's plenty of time for banter in between bites.

No costume shop is complete without a lobster costume, so get on down to your local shop and pick out your shell! Walking down Main Street, you'll have no shortage of funny stares. Embrace it!

Why We Love National Lobster Day

They've Got An Interesting History

They're Fancy

Their Anatomy Is Wild

The lobster's rags-to-riches transformation only came about once a railway started serving the meat as an exotic item to its unknowing passengers. With railroads darting across the country, it didn't take long for word to spread about this delicacy, which was foreign to all but those hailing from the Northeast.

While being economical is a praise-worthy skill in its own right, there's something special about splurging, and lobsters make that easy. What's not fun about being fancy?

Lobsters grow forever, taste with their legs, and chew with their stomachs. Still not convinced? Lobsters can also regenerate limbs, and can create up to 100 pounds of force per square inch between their clamping claws.

Source

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National Lobster Day 

Whether you’re a long-time lobster aficionado or someone who’s still hesitant about seafood, now’s the time to give this classic marine delicacy a try.

Sure, it’s true that not everybody loves seafood, but it is also true that this is an untapped culinary treasure trove that you need to explore. There are so many excellent types of seafood you can try, but there is no question that top of the pile is most definitely lobster. If you have ever been to a top seafood restaurant and ordered the lobster, you’ll know what an event this is, and how it is something that you need to make sure you experience as much as possible.

A bit of a seafood aficionado? Then you’re probably someone who loves a bit of lobster – one of the most decadent and delicious seafood items that money can buy. Indeed, one of the most delectable dishes in modern cuisine. Often served up with lemon and butter, the lobster may not look very pretty when it’s crawling around on the sea floor – but as the saying goes, never judge a book by its cover; and with those spindly legs and little eyes, there’s certainly no doubt that the humble lobster tastes a whole lot better than it looks! It is a delicacy for so many of us, and it is right that this crustacean should have his special day!

National Lobster Day is a great day to celebrate the delicious goodness of our favorite creepy crustacean, learn more about its life and honor the fishermen who help to bring the creature to our dinner plates. Not many creatures or foods have a specific day dedicated to them, and this is something you are going to need to focus on as much as possible. Let’s take a look at what National Lobster Day entails, and explore a bit about the history of this day and how you can make the most of it right now.

History of National Lobster Day

Lobsters can last an awfully long time in the wild – longer than you might think! – if they aren’t scooped up to be made into something tasty. It’s estimated that they can live up to a massive 50 years, although aging them correctly is a little tough. Of course, this is something of a moot point when it comes to eating them, as your interest is purely in the way they taste. Lobsters are a big coup for fisherman, and they have specific nets dedicated to trying to capture these creatures.

They are omnivores, which means they are quite happy to tuck into plants and other ocean-dwellers alike. They also tend to munch on their own skin after they molt – waste not, want not! The lobster is a creature revered and respected, and it seems fitting that this creepy looking critter should be celebrated for its gorgeous taste, and the role it plays in fine dining.

Today, lobster is considered a luxury food – served up in soup, rolls, or simply with lashings of warm butter. However, it wasn’t always like this; once upon a time, lobster was far from a pricey and sought-after foodstuff. It seems hard to believe it, but there was once a time when lobster was not viewed in the way it is now. In fact, quite the opposite, it was actually seen as something eaten by lower classes; let’s find out more.

Prior to the mid 19th century, lobster was usually only eaten by servants or those considered to be from within the lower echelons of society. It was even served up in prisons quite frequently – allegedly, much to the complaints of the prisoners – and in some places, it was even considered to be best used for fish bait or as fertilizer. How times have changed!

How to celebrate National Lobster Day

When you are faced with the prospect of a day like National Lobster Day it pays to prepare and make a plan for this moving forward. There are so many things that you are going to need to consider if you want to make the most of this, and this is something to consider. Think about some of the best ways you can enjoy and make the most of National Lobster Day. You could choose to visit your favorite seafood restaurant, head for an expensive lobster dinner, or even grab some lobster for a luxury family feast at home.

If this is something that interests you then there are quite a few epic lobster recipes you can find online that you will be able to work on. Lobster bisque is one of the most common and popular choices, but you should also think about something like Lobster Newburg and Lobster Thermidor as well. Conjuring up an unforgettable lobster dish is something that will really put the icing on the cake in terms of celebrating National Lobster Day as much as possible.

Alternatively, you might like to have a lobster fancy dress party, or even take a trip to Maine, considered the lobster capital of the United States, and home to Maine Lobster Museum!

These days, you don’t have to go too far to find a restaurant that will serve up lobster for you to try. Whether that be in a lobster roll, lobster soup or – if you’re feeling really decadent – the whole lobster itself! If you go buy a lobster yourself to rustle up something tasty, there’s plenty of simple recipes to give a go. Served up with some vegetables and some warm crusty bread, you can’t go far wrong! Be sure to treat yourself today, just watch out for those great big claws!

Source

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National Lobster Day

National Lobster Day is observed each year on September 25th.  

The simplest way to enjoy Lobster is boiled then dipped in melted butter.  A couple of favorite lobster recipes include Lobster Newberg and Lobster Thermidor.  It is also the main ingredient in soup, bisque, lobster rolls and salads.

Large lobsters are estimated to be 50 years old.

HOW TO OBSERVE

Celebrate by enjoying a delicious lobster meal at your favorite seafood restaurant or by cooking a lobster dish at home.  

Following are some “tried and true” recipes for you to enjoy.

Lobster Newburg

Lobster Thermidor

Lobster Salad

Lobster Bisque

According to the Guinness World Records, the largest lobster ever caught was in Nova Scotia, Canada, weighing 44.4 lbs.

HISTORY

In 2014, Senators Angus King and Susan Collins of Maine drafted a joint resolution designating September 25 as National Lobster Day. Recognizing the men and women in an industry with a long and rich heritage, the proclamation celebrates the lobster from sea to table.

Source