ST. Patrick’s Day In Mystic. I Came, I Saw, I Conquered!
Come See the Parade, Come Conquer the Town! Top of the mornin to ya! St. Patrick’s Day in Mystic is more than a parade! It is an experience. Celebrate all month long at home or [...]
The Mystic Irish Parade Mystic CT
The 18th Annual Mystic Irish Day Parade Is Coming Sunday March 19th! At the St. Patrick’s Day parade, while the community plans for the parade, it is the parade that creates community. We want [...]
Breakwater: How To Eat Oysters
If you’re not oyster eater it can be intimidating to slurp one down in public if you don’t know what you're doing. It’s certainly not your typical seafood fish or meal that you can [...]
Why You Should Include Fish in Your Diet
While researchers attribute many of the benefits of eating a seafood-rich diet to omega-3 fatty acids, taking fish oil supplements alone has not proven as effective. It may be that the full health benefits [...]
Go Fish: How to Enjoy the Raw Bar
Consuming an oyster is one failsafe way to enjoy the raw bar. When you go to a raw bar for the first time and have no prior experience with oysters, it can be frightening [...]
Go Fish: Your Guide to Sushi
Eating sushi tends to look intimidating, especially if you’re a beginner. Don’t let nerves keep you from enjoying delicious sushi, though! Eating sushi is actually a lot easier than it looks and with a [...]
Steak Loft: The History Behind Surf & Turf
Steak Loft proudly features the finest USDA Prime custom-aged beef alongside a variety of fresh seafood options. While you have probably heard the term “surf and turf” used to describe a plate that combines [...]
Throw and Elegant Rehearsal Dinner at Steak Loft
So, you’ve planned your wedding and it’s going to be a showstopper, but you’re not sure how to plan a rehearsal dinner that is on par — but not in competition with — the main [...]
What Are Crab Cakes Made Of?
Did you know that crab cakes have been around for nearly a century? Crab cakes were originally invented in the 1930s by a man named Crosby Gaige. Gaige was looking for new, inventive ways [...]
Mystic CT: Oyster Club and SP Oyster Restaurant and Bar
Mystic, Connecticut is a charming coastal town that is home to some of the best seafood restaurants in the area. Two of the most popular dining spots in town are the Oyster Club and S&P [...]
Mystic CT: An Insider’s Guide to the Town’s Hidden Gems
Mystic, Connecticut is a charming coastal town known for its historic seaport, beautiful waterfront, and quaint downtown area. Some of the town's hidden gems include: The Mystic Seaport Museum: This is a must-see for anyone [...]
Pink Basil in Old Mystic Village
Pink Basil has been in Old Mystic Village since 2015, but if feels like the brand-new phase for health and flavor. Feel healthy and full with the most authentic recipes from Thailand, Vietnam, Japan, and [...]
Breakwater: Fish Choices for People Don’t Like Fish
Seafood is one of those foods that people tend to have strong opinions about whether it is in favor of or strongly dislike. If you’re someone whois in the strongly dislike category then the [...]
Enjoy a Protein Packed Meal at Steak Loft
If you are looking for a protein-packed meal to keep you going the rest of the day, the busy lunch hour can be a difficult time to find food that meets your needs. Many popular [...]
Breakwater: How To Reheat Seafood Leftovers
There’s nothing necessarily fishy about reheating seafood leftovers. It helps when you know how to reheat your seafood leftovers for optimal taste. Isn’t it a relief to know that delicious fresh seafood from Breakwater [...]
STEAK 101: NEW YORK STRIP
NEW YORK STRIP FACTS Ever wonder how the New York Strip may have gotten a name that references the Big Apple? Maybe you are curious about how this steak differs from the other prime [...]
Go Fish: Your Guide to Seasonal Fish
Your favorite seafood dish may make your mouth water, but did you know that when fish and crustaceans are eaten can have a direct impact on their sustainability? It’s somewhat similar to the way [...]
Ring In The New Years Resolution At The Mystic Tea Exchange
No fail holiday season sugar, alcohol, spending and lack of sleep time of year! Full of laughter, gifts, family, and fat jeans. This year’s sugar detox and dry January is going to have some much [...]
What Do The Different Grades of Steak Mean?
In the United States, the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) has identified eight different grades of steak. These grades are critical in identifying beef meat that is safe and high quality: Prime Choice [...]
What Drinks to Pair with Sushi
You might think sushi would be a tricky cuisine to pair with wine and other alcoholic beverages but surprisingly that’s not the case. There are of course different toppings and fillings for sushi, some [...]