Le Berceau des Sens – Scallops

Question 1

Diameter of almost white shell of scallop

Answer 1

11 ~ 13 cm (minimum)

Question 2

How is the scallop sold in Europe and in the U.S.?

Answer 2

The whole shell is sold in Europe; generaly only the muscle is available

Question 3

Origin: within the ocean

Answer 3

scallops prefer sand and coral ocean floors

Question 4

Occurrence around the globe

Answer 4

Large numbers are found in the Atlantic Ocean, North sea, English channel.

Origin for BDS: English channel, Normandy: Port en Bessin

USA 3 types: large sea scallops, the smaller scallops, and Clico scallop

Question 5

Quality Characteristics

Answer 5

Edivle are the white muscle and the salmon colored coral (reproductive gland/Gonade).

top quality scallops are whole, plump, and light colored

Question 6

Market Forms

Answer 6

Scallops are sold live in the shell (Make sure the shells are tightly closed) or as muscle only, fresh or frozen

Question 7

Scallop: Pecten Maximus (Pricing)

Answer 7

Pricing:
Fresh whole- 12CHF/KG
Fresh muscle- 41CHF/KG
Frozen Muscle- 35CHF/KG

Question 8

Eco Fishing Method

Answer 8

Hand-diving method (season: october 1st to may 15th)

Question 9

Bad Fishing Method

Answer 9

Fishing dredge method