Red Groupers go premium on Lunar New Year

Lunar New Year celebration this Sunday Feb 14th means steamed fresh whole Red Groupers in the table. Among the various red groupers, the blue spotted ones get the premium prices. Steaming the fish keeps the vibrant red color of the skin, a symbol of success and prosperity. It is important that a whole fish be served, a half-fish means only half-lucky.

The bigger the fish, the better the price. This grouper can reach a 4-kilo (10-lbs) size. I am holding one that is just shade below 1 kg.

 

 
  

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[heather meisner]

Hello!

I've just returned from Mexico and had Grouper down there. I live in BC and am hoping it's available to buy here. Could you help me please?

Thanks,
Heather