The “Feast of Seven Fishes” is an Italian Christmas Eve tradition—or, more correctly, an Italian-American tradition that has grown in popularity over the years. While the cena della Vigilia or Christmas Eve dinner is an Italian culinary celebration, the eating of seven different kinds of fish is not something common…
Looking to make waves and shake up the standard brunch fare? Try this lobster omelet that will awe all who sit at your breakfast table. A breakfast fit for a king, simple enough to make in your own kitchen.
Mike Wiley, the James Beard Award-winning chef from Portland, Maine’s Eventide Oyster Co. and Big Tree Hospitality, answers some of the top questions about how to cook cold-cracked lobster. In this video, Mike answers questions like: What are some of the best, most versatile ways to use cold-cracked lobster? What…
Here is a recipe that seems to be the perfect remedy for a chilly evening. This green curry lobster stew fuses cold-cracked lobster with an array of flavors derived from Indian and East Asian food cultures. The creation of Andrew Taylor and Mike Wiley of Portland, Maine’s Big Tree Hospitality…
This is a quintessential recipe from the James Beard Award-winning team of Mike Wiley and Andrew Taylor, chefs at the esteemed Eventide Oyster Co. in Portland, Maine. This is a dish that draws lines of hungry patrons any time of year, and now you can cook it yourself at home…
Frozen lobster tails don’t necessarily have to be thawed before you cook them, however, the resulting lobster may not taste as good and will be a bit too firm. We recommend defrosting frozen lobster tails in the refrigerator overnight before cooking them to warm, buttery perfection. It is actually quite…
Try this amazing recipe for lobster fried rice that comes directly from the chefs at James Beard Award-winning restaurant Eventide Oyster Co., a must-eat destination in Portland, Maine. Adding the lobster meat to the rice before serving is key to this dish. This is accomplished in minutes with a watchful…
Tempura is a Japanese cooking technique that requires you to coat foods, such as meat, vegetables, or seafood, in a delicate batter and deep fry it. It uses just flour, egg, and ice water to create a crispy exterior. The key to getting the right texture is to use chilled…
Bursting with big pieces of cold-cracked lobster, these fritters are a snack you’ll want to keep all to yourself. You don’t need a fryer for this recipe—just a deep pan and enough oil to cover your fritters—so it’s perfect for whenever you’re looking for a quick, crunchy bite. These lobster…
There’s nothing about lobster pasta that doesn’t feel luxe. Just the simple combination of seafood and carbs is a recipe for success, but throw in some fresh lobster claws, a silky tomato sauce, and the splurge-worthy dried pasta of your choosing (both long and short shapes work!), and you have…
Make your guests feel like royalty with these amazing grilled lobster tails inspired by Caribbean flavors. These lobster tails are shelled, basted with a citrus herb marinade, then grilled to perfection. The zesty rum barbecue sauce on the side takes things to the next level. It’s excellent served with slaw,…
This easy lobster recipe is perfect for any time of year, but we’re loving it for the summer. Quick to prep and cook, it’s ideal for a weekday lunch or even a weekend barbecue. Featuring a summery mango slaw and basil aioli, this is the perfect dish to cap off…