Good Morning Gloucester

I heard on the radio that today is National Lobster Day…but, I wasn’t so sure so I did some research.  I’ve found conflicting reports.  Some sources say that National Lobster Day in the United States was June 15th and other say that it is indeed today.  Hence my question mark in the title.  It does seem that it used to be celebrated back in June, but the US Senate, lead by a resolution from Maine State Senators, agreed to designate this day in September as “the day” four years ago.

So, thank a lobsterman….or maybe a certain lobster buyer….you happen to know for all of their really hard work…and go enjoy a lobster.  Is anyone in town offering deals today?

Here is a “have a great day (whatever day it is) from my littlest lobsterman.  And….no, that wasn’t a keeper and was definitely thrown back.

Here is one source that claims today is the day.  

Senate Recognizes September 25th as National Lobster Day for 4th Straight Year

SEAFOODNEWS.COM [SeafoodNews] – September 25, 2018

National Lobster Day is here – again!

Although some celebrate on June 15, the U.S. Senate has recognized September 25 as the official National Lobster Day for the fourth year in a row.

Maine Senators Susan Collins and Angus King introduced a resolution to designate September 25, 2018 as National Lobster Day back in July.

Working in Beverly, I’ve been watching the development of North Shore Crossing for quite some time now….specifically the progress being made on the new Whole Foods Market.  While I don’t ever imagine doing a “full shop” at the Whole Foods, I’d be lying if I didn’t admit that I’m excited about the ability to run in and grab some of their nice array of prepared foods for the afternoon rush of “son juggling” to/from different hockey rinks.  Thatcher attends school in Rockport and plays for a hockey team out of Peabody….which means evening practices up there.  Finn attends a school in Beverly where I work and practices out of Talbot rink at O’Malley.  So, there’s a lot of back and forth up/down Route 128 and coordinating of schedules.   With hockey season kicking into full swing the exact same time school was back in session, we’ve been dropping the ball big time in regards to meal planning.  We are far too guilty of feeding the boys on the fly and the choices have been less than healthy.

Whole Foods will be a nice option for afternoon snacks and later dinners….or at least I hope….until crock pot weather is upon us.

Whole Foods Market, Beverly is scheduled to open on October 18th.

READ MORE HERE

Here are some store features:

Special features of the store include:

• Hundreds of products throughout the store from local suppliers, seven of which are recipients of Whole Foods Market’s Local Producer Loan Program, which provides low-interest loans to local producers to help grow their businesses

• Fresh produce department featuring seasonal fruits and vegetables and selections from over 12 regional growers

• Bakery department offering an array of breads baked in-house, locally-made pastries and items for vegan and other special diets

• Full-service butcher department with a variety of ready-to-cook options, such as made in-house sausages and fresh ground beef, and selections from local suppliers

• Seafood department featuring fresh seafood from local suppliers, including sea scallops, littleneck clams, oysters and haddock fillets, as well as a large selection of packaged and frozen fish

• Specialty foods section with artisanal chocolates, locally sourced cheeses and seasonal antipasti items made in-store

• Bulk section with about 90 items and five make-your-own nut butter grinders

• Prepared foods department featuring hot and cold food bars and stations for made in-house  signature sandwiches, build your own bone broth bowls, Mediterranean grain bowls, charcuterie, pizza, sushi and oven-ready meals

• Full-service coffee and tea bar

• Beauty and body care department featuring products from about 30 local suppliers