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While you’re here, make sure you tempt your taste buds with something out of the ordinary – with the unusual tastes of Keys cuisine.

 

 

 

• CONCH: Conch meat tastes like an exotic kind of clam. Though native conch (a large marine snail) is no longer served in the Keys due to overharvesting in the past, imported conch provides the meat for crunchy fritters, “cracked” conch (pounded conch meat breaded and fried), spicy conch chowder or raw, marinated conch served in salads.
• DOLPHIN: Don’t worry – that’s not Flipper you’re about to sink your teeth into! This firm, white-fleshed, delicious fish really is a fish, and not to be confused with the mammal of T.V. fame. It’s delicious grilled, Cajun-style or blackened.
• FLORIDA LOBSTER: In season Aug. 6 - April 1, Florida lobster has no claws like Maine variety, and is often referred to as the “spiny lobster.” Florida lobster tails are broiled and served with lots of melted butter.
• KEY LIME PIE: This delicious dessert originated in Key West. But don’t be fooled by bright green concoctions – real Key lime pie is yellow.
  

  Photo by Donna McLaughlin Arnold
  

   

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