Texas Gold Shrimp: as Good as Gold

Texas Gold Shrimp has been in operation since 1977, but the story of this family business started in 1952 with the Zimmerman family and their boat repair shop: Marine Mart. This is where their history and passion for Shrimp all began. At the shop, the family acquired...

Tips and Tricks for National Tempura Day

Nothing beats crispy tempura right out of the fryer, but there’s nothing worse than tempura coming out soggy and chewy. Samuels has compiled some tips and tricks to help ensure your tempura is the crispiest possible. We do offer a tempura mix that you just need to add...

Hawaiian Kanpachi: From Sushi to Sizzle

You may have heard of Kanpachi, but not like this! Say Aloha (Hello) to Hawaiian Kanpachi: the fish being taken from sushi to sizzle. In addition to being served at America’s top restaurants, the fish has also been featured at several James Beard Foundation Dinners...

Jules@Market, Bristol, PA

Jules@Market, Bristol, PA An Organically Grown Concept by: Jessica Jewel Tyler   “People come to Bristol and ask when did this happen?” say Jules Soto of Jules@Market. This cute town on the water is now booming with businesses, events, and experiences. Look out...

The True Potential of Dried Plums

  Have you ever cooked with Dried Plums (also known as Prunes?) They are certainly underrated, but their moist, rich, and sweet flavors help to heighten the taste of other ingredients and make both sweet and savory dishes more complex in flavor. They are also...

Putting Octopus on Your Holiday Menu

If your celebrating the Feast of Seven Fishes, or just want to serve more seafood this holiday season, you’re probably thinking of preparing an eight legged creature in some way shape or form. Whether you’re making a pasta dish, salad, or appetizer, Samuels is here to...

Villa Di Roma: A Time Capsule, Philadelphia, PA

    Villa Di Roma: A Time Capsule By Jessica Jewel Tyler Walking through the streets of the Italian Market is to be bombarded with sights, sounds, and delicious scents of “the old country.” This is the heart of Italian cuisine in Philadelphia. In the middle...