Seafood Market Report

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Market Report
November 18, 2025
What you need to know this week:

Seafood: Your Thanksgiving Secret Weapon

Thanksgiving is coming! While the turkey takes center stage, smart menus offer guests more than just one traditional plate. Give your customers an unforgettable holiday spread by featuring the incredible versatility and unparalleled flavor of seafood.

Providing variety and impressive choices is key to a successful holiday season. Here is why adding fresh, high-quality seafood to your Thanksgiving offering is the better move:

1. Expand Your Menu Options
Not every diner wants or can have the traditional turkey centerpiece. Seafood provides a delicious, sophisticated alternative that appeals to guests looking for something lighter, unique, or simply different. It ensures you have a tempting option for everyone at the table.

2. A Regional, Fresher Choice
We are incredibly fortunate to operate in the Maryland and East Coast region, an epicenter for fresh, impressive, and delicious seafood. Adding this local bounty to any holiday menu is a no-brainer—it simply doesn't get any fresher than this! By eating and shopping local, we ensure our dedicated watermen and women can also have a good holiday with their families.

3. Seamless Versatility
Seafood's adaptability means it can be the star of the show or a perfect complement to classic Thanksgiving flavors. From elegant appetizers to a stunning main course, it integrates seamlessly into your holiday menu.

Seafood Suggestions & Quick Dish Ideas
Here are a few versatile seafood ideas from JJ McDonnell and how they can shine on a holiday menu:

Plan Your Holiday Success Today!
Thanksgiving is just around the corner!

The time to finalize your holiday menus is now to ensure you secure the freshest, highest-quality product. Please reach out to your JJ McDonnell Account Manager today. They are ready to help you craft a successful and memorable holiday offering for your customers.

At JJ McDonnell, we remain so incredibly thankful for the loyalty of our customers and the dedication of our entire crew. We look forward to partnering with you this holiday season!

We’d love to see what you’ve created from JJ Seafood! Pleasetag us your photos, videos, and reels below!

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