Seafood – Volpi Foods

Ahi Poke

Hashtag Labs — Fri, 02 Sep 2016 13:38:06 +0000

Though it may be trendy now, poke (po-KAY), the Hawaiian dish of seasoned cubed fish, has had a long history on the islands. And it’s no wonder, given the abundance of fresh seafood and the Asian influences to the cuisine. Ahi Poke is as popular at family picnics as it is in fine dining establishments. And preparations and ingredients are as variable as one’s imagination. We keep our seasonings basic to highlight the pristine fish. Paradise found.

New England Clam Chowder

Hashtag Labs — Thu, 01 Sep 2016 13:20:50 +0000

There may be no better example of a food that defines the heart and soul of a region the way New England clam chowder does. Born of rugged surroundings and raised in simplicity, it’s a bowl of heft, community, and culture. (Not to mention tender clams and salty, fatty pork bits.) One ladle of the briny, creamy broth and you’ll be booking a trip to the rocky northern coast in no time.

Grilled Seafood Paella

Hashtag Labs — Mon, 29 Aug 2016 13:24:25 +0000

Rice, redefined. Paella, the comforting Valencian rice dish of humble origins, is both the name of the recipe and the pan in which it’s prepared: a round, flat-bottomed pan to give the rice maximum surface contact. Traditionally, grilled seafood paella is cooked over an open fire, and there are still many shops in Spain that cook over wood. We like the smoky flavor it imparts to the seafood in our version as well. And we love any excuse to light a fire.

Grilled Sardines

Hashtag Labs — Fri, 26 Aug 2016 12:58:27 +0000

Kick the can. Grilled sardines are having their day and shaking off a bad reputation. In Portugal, where an astonishing number of these little guys are consumed, they are often simply grilled and finished with lemon juice. No less complementary than butter to bread or salt to tomatoes, the combination of lemon and sardines is perfect for its simplicity. And don’t fear the bones. After grilling, they’ll pull off the flesh fairly easily.

Grilled Fish Tacos with Fresh Corn Relish & Chipotle Cream

Hashtag Labs — Tue, 23 Aug 2016 12:57:07 +0000

Fish tacos come from Baja where it’s beachy and balmy all year-’round and the seafood goes straight from the ocean to the grill. Our grilled fish tacos with fresh corn relish and a chipotle cream are a bit of a mash-up. A relish of ripe tomatoes and sweet summer corn matched with smoky chipotle and some porky goodness brings it together for a perfect meal. Mix up a pitcher of margaritas, call some friends, and fire up the grill. Everyone will thank you.

The Volpi Lobster Roll

Hashtag Labs — Fri, 19 Aug 2016 13:28:46 +0000

Purists, beware. We are well aware of the fervor with which one will defend one’s preparation of a lobster roll. And there are abominations out there: deep-fried, as a grilled cheese, on brioche with avocado — gack. We didn’t want to mess with perfection (lightly toasted top-loading hot dog bun, minimal mayo, small piece of lettuce), but we did want to find a way to slip our tasty Pancetta into the mix. A little cured pork can make almost anything taste better, right? So for our Volpi lobster roll we crisped up just a little, melted butter in the fat to toast the buns, and sprinkled the crunchy bits on top. Lobster love with pork belly. What could go wrong?

Grilled Lobster with Chorizo-Lime Butter

Hashtag Labs — Thu, 21 Jul 2016 13:48:37 +0000

Lobster and butter. Think this godsend of a culinary match can’t get better? We put chorizo in the butter, baby. You’ll probably want to make extra and slather it on everything. Grilled lobster with chorizo-lime butter is that good. Get crackin’.

Scallop and Coppa Carpaccio

studio2108 — Tue, 12 Jul 2016 14:22:01 +0000

First date was promising. Second date even better. Third date, you’re making dinner at your place. Now what? Don’t worry, we’ve got your back. Impress that special someone with this carpaccio. It’s simple yet elegant, beautiful and fresh. This dish is the stuff of romance. A real looker on the plate. (And hopefully not the only looker in the room.)

Shrimp and Chorizo Skewers

studio2108 — Thu, 09 Jun 2016 14:41:08 +0000

We’ll let you in on a secret: You don't have to cook dad a steak on Father's Day. Sure he’ll love it, but probably not as much as something that breaks the monotonous cliche of holiday meals. Replace his steak dinner with these surf-and-turf skewers. The lightly charred Spanish-style chorizo pairs well with the zesty marinated shrimp, while the pineapple caramelizes and sweetens from the heat. Pair it with a cocktail or a beer and Dad will break out the vinyl records and reminisce about his rebellious youth. It’ll be like you gave yourself a present.

Crab Cakes with Pancetta

studio2108 — Tue, 07 Jun 2016 14:47:20 +0000

Cue up the crustaceans. There are two little surprises inside these crab cakes — bits of crispy Pancetta for, what else, flavor, and pureed scallops as a clever binder. Cooked until golden brown, the cakes are served with a dollop of caper mayonnaise that delivers a creamy, briny finish.