Fire up the grills and prep the raw bars—Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial kickoff to the Mid-Atlantic outdoor dining season! Below are our curated seafood suggestions to help you capture that holiday weekend spend, featuring our May Special Pricing on core premium items.
The Centerpiece: High-Performance Finfish
For Memorial Day menus, they focus on proteins that offer high thermal stability on the grill and ease of execution for high-volume service.
Medium Black Sea Bass
The Spec: Butterfly, Head Off (Ocean City, MD) | Item Code: BAS265
Chef’s Note: Sourced locally from Ocean City, these butterflied beauties are ready for stuffing or high-heat charring. The skin crisps beautifully while the butterfly cut ensures even cooking across the fillet.
Ora King Salmon Fillet
The Spec: C-Trim (New Zealand) | Item Code: OKS200
May Only Pricing: $22.95/lb.
Chef’s Note: The "Wagyu" of salmon. The high intramuscular fat content makes it nearly impossible to overcook on a hot grill. For holiday features, it offers incredible plate appeal and a rich, buttery mouthfeel that distinguishes it from standard Atlantic options.
The Raw Bar: Small Profile, High Impact
Holiday weekends demand a fast-moving raw bar. We are featuring a West Coast boutique oyster that is a favorite for its consistency and ease of shucking.
Kusshi Oysters (May Feature)
The Spec: 60ct Bag (Deep Bay, British Columbia) | Item Code: OYS076
Pricing: $77.95/box
Chef’s Note: Known for their "clean" shell and deep, tumbled cups. For busy holiday service, Kusshis are a dream for the shucking station—they open cleanly with almost zero shell fragmenting. The flavor profile is classic West Coast: low brine, high sweetness, and a cucumber finish.
Finishing & Garnish: Siberian Caviar
Elevate your holiday brunch or appetizer features by incorporating our May caviar specials. Both options offer the clean, "pop" texture required for high-end garnish applications.
Calvisius Classic Siberian Caviar (Italy) | Item Code: CAVSC1 o Refined, nutty, and velvety. Ideal for delicate crudo or steak tartare toppers.
Dynasty Siberian Caviar (China) | Item Code: CAVDS1 o Bold and savory with a dark pearl. A versatile, cost-effective option for large-scale event catering.
May Feature Summary Table
Logistics Note: With the holiday approaching, we anticipate high demand for local offerings. Please coordinate with your Account Manager to lock in your holiday volume by mid-week.
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