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What is Salt Cod? - City Seafood

What is Salt Cod?

Salt cod's origins can be traced back to the early days of maritime exploration in Europe, particularly in Portugal, Spain, and later in Norway. The process of salting and drying cod was developed as a means of preserving the fish, allowing it to be stored for long periods without refrigeration, which was essential for seafaring nations.

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Mar 07, 2025
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Scallops: Flavorful, Nutritious, and Easy to Love - City Seafood

Scallops: Flavorful, Nutritious, and Easy to Love

If you’ve ever had a perfectly seared sea scallop—golden on the outside, tender and sweet on the inside—you already know how crave-worthy they are. But what you might not know is that sea scallops are also packed with nutrients that make them one of the healthiest choices in the seafood world.

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Apr 09, 2025
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7 Reasons to Choose Local Home Delivery for Seafood - City Seafood

7 Reasons to Choose Local Home Delivery for Seafood

When it comes to seafood, freshness matters—and so does community. If you’ve ever stood in front of the seafood counter at a big-box store wondering how long that fish has been sitting there… you’re not alone. That’s why more St. Louisans are turning to local home delivery for their seafood needs. And here’s why City Seafood should be your go-to.

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Apr 17, 2025
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7 Simple Ways to Cook Fresh Shrimp from City Seafood - City Seafood

7 Simple Ways to Cook Fresh Shrimp from City Seafood

If you’ve got a bag of fresh shrimp from CitySeafoodSTL.com sitting in your fridge, you’re already halfway to an amazing meal. Whether you’re cooking for yourself, your family, or a dinner party, shrimp is one of the quickest, most versatile proteins you can make. Even better—City Seafood delivers it right to your door anywhere in the St. Louis area, for free.

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May 09, 2025
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A Taste of Tradition: The History of the Seafood Boil - City Seafood

A Taste of Tradition: The History of the Seafood Boil

There’s nothing quite like gathering around a table piled high with steaming crab legs, shrimp, corn on the cob, and potatoes. At City Seafood, we honor the rich tradition of the seafood boil—a dish that’s more than just a meal. It’s a cultural experience, a celebration of flavor, and a time-honored way to bring people together.

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May 16, 2025
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Why Barramundi is the

Why Barramundi is the "IT" Fish

The Barramundi (Lates calcarifer) or Asian sea bass, is a species of tropical marine finfish. The species is widely distributed in the Indo-West Pacific region from South Asia to Papua New Guinea and Northern Australia. The fish is known as pla kapong in Thai and as bhetki in Bengali.

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May 20, 2025
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