Tricks Of The Trade

fishNow that summer is winding down and soon we’ll be hanging up our BBQ equipment. Ever think how much money you spent on meat and seafood over the past few months? The average consumer have to pay top dollar for our food because of the various hands it touches. The farmer – distributor – super market – you. With every component comes added cost.

Restaurants do get the best deal because they buy from the source. Fresh meats that are cut to order. Fresh catches of the day right off the boat. Yes, we have Costco and Wal-mart (outside of the city) where you can buy in bulk and save money, but it’s not the same and not accessible to all. You have to keep your eyes open for those weekly specials so you can stock.  We do have green markets but our fish and meat options are limited. Wouldn’t it be great to cut out the middle man and go directly to the source?

Well, now you can. Litchfield Farms has started a new program that connects the fisherman to the consumer. Connecticut and Rhode Island based fishermen sell their catch to them for a fixed price and then is sold to the consumer who subscribe to their program. They come in weekly 10lb increments. Sounds like a lot but really isn’t

They do require that the species are sustainable and be caught by hook and line only. This is great for the environment and keeps our fruits of the sea in abundance.  Deliveries to Manhattan are made Tuesdays and Fridays. Pricing ranges from $4.75 to $6.75 a pound. Those are HUGE savings.

We all want to eat healthier and incorporate more seafood into our diet but let’s be honest..it’s expensive. They’ve proven that it doesn’t have to be anymore.

Happiness, $25 and under.

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A fierce love of food and twin careers in real estate and fashion taught Rose to look for the hottest item and the hottest deal. Perfect attributes for creating Cheapeatsinc.com. When friends and clients needed a great meal at a great price, she could rattle off restaurant names the way a sports nut ticks off batting averages—but with a lot more home runs. Now it’s all at Cheapeats, where you’ll find “Happiness, $25 and under.”

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