Thursday, October 21, 2010

Wild Edibles Seafood Update

Good Morning Chefs and Buyers,
 
Today we have some spectacular fish, but before divulging into that we would like to vent some of our frustrations regarding the difficulty's in the shrimp market.  Shrimp prices have been rising to unseen levels as of late, this has effected both yours and our bottom line.  US consumption of shrimp is around 6 million metric tons annually because of this we are left looking too foreign countries to help meet demand.  Domestic shrimp does not come close to meeting the domestic demand.  With the tragedy in the Gulf and disease plaguing the Latin American shrimp farms we are ever more dependant on our Asian sources.  China's growing wealth means the country is reducing imports to keep up with its internal growing demand.  Vietnam is one of the top suppliers but has some issues regarding premature harvesting.  It seems shrimp farmers in order to take advantage of increased market price harvested early not realizing prices would soar even higher.  This has set production back months on large white shrimp.  Asia continues to help us fill this void but we do expect pricing to rise higher in the upcoming months.  We will keep you up to date on shrimp prices and issues as we hear them.  
 
That being said and done, lets move on to our spectacular fish.  Apparently the shipment from our friends in New Zealand took a first class plane ride to NYC.  The fish showed up truly gleaming, it had us surrounding the pallet in awe at beauty of this far away fish.  Opah racks are of unseen quality, I challenge anyone to find Moonfish this nice on the Eastern Seaboard.  New Zealand John Dory is plump, silvery, and ready to be devoured.  The pink Snappers match the quality of its travel companions.  Sustainable West Coast Halibut just arrived firm, slimy, and smelling delicious.  The price is down so please take advantage. 
 
Also in the house: NC Cobia, Florida Wahoo, Corvina at 4.75, In rigor Pollack, Mahi, and, Maryland Striped Bass.   
 
 
AS OF SUNDAY OCTOBER 24TH WILD EDIBLES WILL BE OPEN SUNDAY'S FOR ALL MANHATTAN CLIENTS.  PLEASE CALL US AT 718-433-4321 FOR DETAILS.
 

"Most of the world is covered by water. A fisherman's job is simple: Pick out the best parts."
Charles Waterman

Have a good weekend,

Eric Morris
Account Executive
Wild Edibles Seafood
718-433-4321 EXT 113
201-665-6113

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