Santa Barbara Mussels

Kanaloa is proud to offer mussels sustainably farmed off the coast of Santa Barbara, California. Available from late spring through December, these mussels have a powerful rich flavor, and a lush creamy texture. The mussels are generally 1-3 inches in length and yield approximately 12-25 per pound.

Note on mussels: Because mussels are still alive when they are cooked, it is normal for them to open and close. If a mussel's shell is separated slightly, it can still be cooked as if the shell were closed. There really is no difference. However, if the mussel is gaping wide open, won't close when tapped on the countertop and doesn't smell fresh, then it should be discarded.