June 3, 2016
A true Maryland delicacy, soft-shell crabs are only in season between spring and early summer. In addition to having a very short season, only one type of crab can be soft-shelled: the Maryland Blue Crab. So, come in to Costas… Read More
May 27, 2016
Everyone knows that seafood is good to eat in moderation. Eating seafood twice per week can deliver essential nutrients to your body, like protein and vitamin D. Plus, fish have higher concentrations of omega-3 fatty acids than any other food… Read More
May 20, 2016
Everyone knows that Baltimore loves its blue crabs. You may have also heard that we’re crazy about our pit beef as well. Pit beef, just like blue crabs, is one of those quintessentially Baltimorean foods. But where did pit beef… Read More
May 13, 2016
You probably know that crab cakes from Costas Inn are downright delicious and satisfying. If not, then come visit and try some! Or order crab cakes, and even gluten-free crab cakes, in the mail! Whether they’re made by our chefs… Read More
May 6, 2016
It’s crab season, which means it’s time to dig into a bushel of delicious steamed Maryland crabs! If you’re a first-timer to crab picking, then you may be finding the process a bit frustrating and time-consuming. If you happen to… Read More
April 29, 2016
How well do you know your crabs? When it comes down to the deliciousness of crab meat, it may not matter what each part of the crab is called. But for those who are obsessed with crabs, like us, it’s… Read More
April 22, 2016
It’s finally crab season! That relaxing time of year when the weather is gorgeous and you can kick back and relax with a refreshing beer and a plate of mouth-watering crabs. Here in Maryland, we’re experts at preparing crabs in… Read More
April 14, 2016
This has been a good year for Maryland seafood so far! We’ve already noted the increase of healthy oyster populations in the Chesapeake Bay. Now, a recent report published by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources points to a rising… Read More
April 8, 2016
A recent Rush Memory and Aging Project (MAP) study has shown that eating seafood rich in omega-3 fatty acids once per week may be linked to a decreased risk of developing Alzheimer’s Disease. Many fish lovers try to curtail their… Read More
April 1, 2016
Maryland is famous for the Maryland Blue Crab, but did you know that there are several different types of crabs that all have their own unique habitats and seasons? Here’s a little bit of information on different types of crabs… Read More