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Get ready to indulge in some delicious lobster on National Lobster Day on September 25! This day has been celebrated since the early 19th century, when it was first created as an excuse to eat lobster. Lobsters have been around for millions of years and are considered a delicacy all over the world. They come in many shapes and sizes, ranging from small crawfish-like creatures to giant ones that can weigh up to 40 pounds!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Lobster Appreciation Begins</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 1800s, lobster moves from being viewed as a common crustacean to appreciated as a delicacy in American society.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1920s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Maine Lobster Festival</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first annual Maine Lobster Festival, celebrating Maine's lobster fishing industry, took place in the 1920s.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1960s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Lobster in Fine Dining</div><div class='timeline-text'>By the 1960s, lobster was firmly established as a staple of fine dining and luxury cuisine, with dishes like lobster thermidor becoming popular.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Sustainable Lobster Fishing</div><div class='timeline-text'>The concept of sustainable lobster fishing practices emerged in the 1990s, focusing on protecting lobster populations and the marine environment.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Lobster roll popularity</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the mid-2000s, lobster rolls became a popular fast-casual food trend, transforming the once-luxurious lobster into an everyday treat.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Lobster Day Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>A resolution passed in the US Senate officially recognizes September 25 as National Lobster Day.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a lobster feast</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Whether you're getting together with friends or cooking for your family, creating a lobster feast is the perfect way to celebrate National Lobster Day. Boil up some lobsters and pair them with sides like corn on the cob and potatoes. Don't forget the butter!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a lobster shack</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you don't feel like cooking, visit your local lobster shack for a seafood feast. You can order lobster rolls, bisques, or even whole lobsters boiled in seawater.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a lobster boat tour</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Go on a lobster boat tour and learn about the history of lobstering and how the industry has changed over time. You'll also get to see how lobsters are caught, processed, and cooked up fresh.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Learn about lobster conservation</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>To ensure that we have plenty of lobsters for future generations, it's important to educate ourselves on the importance of conservation efforts. Visit your local aquarium or research online to learn more about protecting these crustaceans.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try a new recipe</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Broaden your culinary horizons by trying out a new recipe featuring lobster. From linguine with garlic butter sauce to creamy bisque, there are tons of delicious dishes you can make at home.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Lobster is rich, flavorful and succulent</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Freshly steamed lobster is always a treat. The sweet flavor and buttery texture make it one of the most indulgent avenues for any seafood lover! Enjoying this decadent delicacy on National Lobster Day (June 15th) is definitely something to look forward to every year.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Lobster supports local fisherman</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By purchasing fresh lobster from your local seafood market or fishmonger, you are helping to support local fishing businesses and communities. This will help to keep the livelihoods of fishermen alive while also providing yourself with fresh, delicious seafood that can't be beat!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Lobster is healthy and nutritious</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Not only does lobster taste amazing, but it's also good for you too! It's loaded with essential vitamins and minerals like zinc, selenium, calcium and phosphorus - as well as protein and omega-3 fatty acids. So don't feel guilty about indulging in this yummy treat on National Lobster Day - it's the perfect excuse to give into temptation!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Lobsters Can Live for Over 100 Years</h3><p class='facts-content'>Lobsters have an impressive lifespan, with some individuals known to live over a century. Interestingly, they continue to grow throughout their lives and don't show typical signs of aging.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Lobsters are Not Always Red</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite popular belief, lobsters are not naturally red. They only turn that familiar color when cooked. In their natural state, they can be blue-green to yellow-brown.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Lobsters Taste with Their Legs</h3><p class='facts-content'>Lobsters have tiny bristles on their legs that work as sensory hairs and these are used to identify food. They also have taste sensors on their pincers.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The American Lobster is the Heaviest Crustacean in the World</h3><p class='facts-content'>The American lobster holds the record for the heaviest crustacean ever caught at 44.4 pounds, showing the large size these creatures can reach.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Female Lobsters Carry Their Eggs for Almost a Year</h3><p class='facts-content'>Female lobsters carry their eggs under their bodies for anywhere from 9 to 12 months which demonstrates a significant commitment to their offspring's survival.</p></div></div>
National Lobster Day is celebrated on September 25 every year. In 2024 National Lobster Day will occur on a Wednesday.
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