Florida’s stone crab season kicks off Tuesday. Did Hurricane Helene, Milton pinch supplies of seafood delicacy?
South Florida’s stone crab season kicks off this Tuesday, Oct. 15, and despite back-to-back hurricanes barreling through the Gulf of Mexico, early signs point to abundant claws and prices even with last season.
Fresh claws will hit fish markets, wholesalers and restaurant menus as soon as Wednesday, the morning after crabbing vessels are allowed to pull traps by state law. Yet the big question remains: Just how much will stone crabs cost fans of the sweet crustacean treat?
Carline Jean/South Florida Sun Sentinel)In this file photo from 2023, owner Clay Brand places stone crabs on display at...