Red Lobster Adds Spiny Lobster to Menu

Red Lobster Adds Spiny Lobster to Menu

Summer is in full swing and that means one things - lobster! Red Lobster is excited to announce the addition of spiny lobster to its menu. This new item is available starting today.

Spiny lobster is a type of lobster that is found in the Atlantic Ocean. It has a hard shell and a sweet, delicate flavor. Red Lobster's chefs are excited to share this new delicacy with guests.

"We're always looking for new and exciting ways to delight our guests," said Ed Jackson, Executive Chef at Red Lobster. "The spiny lobster is a delicious addition to our menu."

Guests can order the spiny lobster as part of a meal or as an appetizer. The dish is served with drawn butter and either mashed potatoes or rice pilaf.

Red Lobster is offering a promotional deal on the spiny lobster. Guests who order it between now and August 17th will receive a $10 coupon towards a future visit.

"We hope our guests enjoy this delicious new dish," said Kim Lopdrup, CEO at Red Lobster. "We're always looking for ways to bring them unique seafood experiences."

Maine Fishermen Catch Record Amount of Spiny Lobster

AUGUSTA, Maine - Fishermen in Maine pulled in a record amount of spiny lobster last week.

The 1,026-pound haul was hauled in by two fishermen from Boothbay Harbor, who beat the previous state record by more than 200 pounds.

According to the Department of Marine Resources, the behemoth lobster was caught using a trap on Thursday, September 6.

"This is truly an amazing accomplishment," said Commissioner Patrick Keliher. "Maine's lobstermen are the best in the world and they continue to prove that every day."

The previous state record for a spiny lobster was 823 pounds, set in 2012.

How to Cook Spiny Lobster

1. Thoroughly rinse the lobster in cold water.

2. Fill a large pot with enough water to cover the lobster, and add 1 tablespoon of salt for each quart of water. Bring the water to a boil over high heat.

3. Add the lobster and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until cooked through.

4. Remove the lobster from the pot with tongs and serve hot with melted butter or your favorite dipping sauce.

California Restaurants Struggle to Keep Up with Demand for Spiny Lobster

As the spiny lobster gains popularity in California restaurants, suppliers are struggling to keep up with the demand. The price of spiny lobster has more than doubled in the past year, making it a tough sell for many restaurants.

Despite the high prices, many restaurateurs are eager to serve spiny lobster. They view it as a way to set themselves apart from their competitors and attract customers looking for something special.

The spiny lobster has been described as "the Cadillac of crustaceans." It is a sweet and tender seafood that can be cooked in a variety of ways.

While some restaurants are able to purchase spiny lobster from local suppliers, others are having to import it from Mexico and other parts of the world. This adds to the cost of doing business and can be a challenge for small businesses.

Restaurants that are able to serve spiny lobster are enjoying much higher profits than those that don't offer it on their menus. This is prompting more and more restaurants to add this luxurious dish to their menus.

Spiny Lobster Prices Skyrocket

The spiny lobster season is finally in full swing and prices are already through the roof.

"I can't believe how much they're charging for these things," one seafood lover said. "It's highway robbery."

Most of the spiny lobsters being sold at restaurants and seafood markets around town are going for $25 a pound or more.

While that may seem like a lot, it's actually a bargain compared to what some chefs are paying for them.

"We're seeing prices as high as $40 a pound," one chef said. "And that's just for the tail meat."

So what's behind the spike in price?

According to local seafood dealers, it's supply and demand.

"There just aren't enough spiny lobsters out there to go around," one dealer said. "Everyone is after them."

It seems that everyone loves a good spiny lobster, especially when they're priced this high!