Advice On Buying Fresh Seafood Online

By Diane Roberts


Many people around the world enjoy fish and shellfish as part of their diet. Supermarkets and fish mongers are available in many towns and cities but more people now choose to order their fresh seafood online. With the health benefits fish provides and so much choice there is something there to suit every ones tastes.

Most of the internet sites that sell seafood will have hundreds of products listed with a detailed description and photograph of each item. Salmon, cod, halibut and tuna are a very popular choice and for shell fish lovers there is lobster, crab and shrimp. Smoked fish is also available as well as the more exotic swordfish, shark and snapper.

In the past few years sushi has become far more common place for diners and this can also be ordered online. Separate fillets can be sourced or pre prepared rolls ordered ready for the table. The online retailers also offer accompanying items and spices which are dispatched with your order to make life a little easier.

Many of the items on offer are very reasonably priced. Sand dabs and cod can start from less than ten dollars per pound and even lobster can be found for around forty dollars. Often there is a minimum purchase required though so do think about that before placing your order.

Alongside the fresh food these companies have on their lists other products such as seasoning packs, sauce mixes and occasionally fine wines are featured. Most of the web pages will also have recipes that can be followed and hints and tips from chefs on how best to prepare and cook the fish. Contact details will also be on hand if any questions need to be asked before placing an order and completing the purchase.

After deciding on which products you wish to buy there a few things to consider before completing your order and making payment. Most companies will offer delivery within 24 hours of the order being placed but on small orders this can be quite expensive due to the packaging involving ice and adding weight. A small package weighing in at five pounds will cost about 30 dollars to ship.

Nearly all of the established online retailers will offer free shipping depending on the value of the order. There are also coupons that can be redeemed online to save you money on your purchases. Many sites will also allow you to sign up to a newsletter which will notify their customers of any special deals and offers that are available that month.

When your order is complete the fish or shellfish will be packed in dry ice or gel packs and sealed within a custom Styrofoam box. Due to the freshness these orders will be dispatched for overnight delivery and will arrive the next day and it is important that the products are unpacked as soon as possible and placed in the fridge or freezer to preserve the freshness. If for any reason items have to be returned contact details will be provided to arrange this.




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