PORTLAND, ME – Cozy Harbor Seafood, Inc. will debut the newest addition in its line of “Real Maine Lobster, Real Easy” frozen lobster product: Frozen Lobster Grill Cuts, at the International Boston Seafood Show, March 10-12.
Cozy Harbor’s “Real Maine Lobster, Real Easy” are well known by retail and foodservice operators for providing a significant labor and cost-savings. While most people are familiar with whole lobster, the “Real Maine Lobster, Real Easy” line is for those who want the delicacy without the fuss.
Verified as Gulf of Maine Responsibly Harvested® by the Gulf of Maine Research Institute (GMRI), Cozy Harbor’s Frozen Lobster Grill Cuts are sourced from a robust and thriving ecosystem. Jen Levin of GMRI notes that “Maine lobster is a healthy fishery with a bright future.” Even with record landings in 2012 estimated at 123 million pounds, Levin says “the ocean continues to reward with healthy stocks. That means we can all feel good about eating Maine lobster, as it is an abundant source of high quality, healthy protein.”
The success of Cozy Harbor’s “Real Maine Lobster, Real Easy” frozen lobster product is attributed to its superior taste, ease of use, and availability. The longstanding partnerships the company has forged with Maine fishermen and fishing cooperatives assures responsible harvesting and consistent supply. The new Frozen Lobster Grill Cuts get a whole new group of consumers and chefs excited about lobster.
“The lobster market in the U.S. has exploded over the last year, with lobster roll trucks and lobster shacks popping up not just in Maine, but throughout the country, as far west as California,” said John Norton, Cozy Harbor’s President. “Lobster is an affordable luxury for consumers any time of year. Our new Frozen Lobster Grill Cuts take the mess out of preparation, and allow foodservice operators and retailers to enter the untapped market for convenient lobster. Offered in both retail and food service packs, CHS’s new Frozen Lobster Grill Cuts translate to a huge expansion of markets in both industries.
For retailers this impressive delicacy:
•excites lobster lovers who don’t eat live lobster at home because of the prep and clean up; appeals to those who aspire to eat healthfully and sustainably;
•is available year round with controlled pricing programs available; and,
•appeals to seafood departments looking for an easy to use no-shrink product with guaranteed margins.
For chefs and foodservice operators, CHS Frozen Lobster Grill Cuts have added benefits over live product:
•the portion control Grill Cuts is a great way to increase plate value and control plate cost;
•its versatility is perfect for a grilled, sautéed, poached, or baked variation; and,
•its availability year-round with controlled pricing programs.
Cozy Harbor’s new “Real Maine Lobster, Real Easy” Frozen Lobster Grill Cuts will be featured for the first time at the Boston Seafood Show, booth number 2137, from March 10-12.
Contact Tom Keegan today to schedule your appointment at their booth during the Boston Seafood Show, and/or to discuss the unsurpassed quality, flavor, and versatility of Cozy Harbor’s Frozen Lobster Grill Cuts: tkeegan@cozyharbor.com or 207-879-2665.
About Cozy Harbor Seafood, Inc.
Cozy Harbor Seafood, Inc. is a primary processor of lobster and shrimp serving supermarket chains, wholesalers and foodservice distributors since 1980. From our headquarters in Portland, Maine, we buy, process, and distribute Maine frozen lobster, lobster tails and lobster meat, lobster sections, premium-quality shrimp and case-ready seafood throughout Europe, the USA and Asia.
Source: Cozy Harbor Seafood, Inc.