Founded in , the Tarpon Springs-based Southern Shrimp Alliance SSA describes itself as "an organization of shrimp fishermen, shrimp processors, and other members of the domestic industry in the eight warmwater shrimp producing states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Texas. The SSA issued a news release last week stating that it is "taking aggressive action to address deceptive marketing of farm-raised imported shrimp as Gulf shrimp.
Best new restaurant near me in Florida? Best restaurants in Florida in 15 favorites we recommend. The SSA stated on Jan. On Monday, Jan. Pete, Florida restaurants 42 of 44 imply they serve local shrimp while actually serving farm-raised imported shrimp. They noted that while "menus may advertise fresh shrimp dishes, most establishments rely on imported, farm-raised shrimp from countries like India, Vietnam, and Ecuador.
John Williams, executive director of the Southern Shrimp Alliance, also issued a statement. But be honest and let consumers choose what they eat. In the same press release, SEAD Consulting noted that, in partnership with Florida State University, they currently hold the patent "for portable rapid ID high accuracy genetic test RIGHTTest, being used in a multi-state study to determine shrimp species being served at seafood restaurants.
Located just off the Gandy Bridge at W. Tyson Ave. Petersburg skyline in the distance. Opened in , it boasts a charming Old Florida feel, inviting guests to sink their toes in the sand while sipping on signature cocktails and savoring freshly caught Gulf seafood. In , it was one of three Florida dining spots to make The New York Times list of the "50 restaurants that excite us most right now. The Times' food correspondent noted that "the sprawling menu has a vague Caribbean bent, with jackfruit tacos dressed in jicama slaw and jerk burgers with fries, but the real gold is anything that lets all that great Gulf seafood shine.
The Southern Shrimp Alliance may also contact the business establishment directly to question identified practices. Follow him on Facebook , Instagram , and X. He can be reached by email at wade.
