Have You Tried Raw Bar Catering NYC?

By Stacey Burt


A healthy, balanced diet is often emphasized as part of a proper lifestyle. However, as city dwellers may be able to attest to, buying all the necessary items in such a diet is not the easiest (or cheapest) task in an urban context, and may also require extra time. Western consumers should take note that seafood and shellfish, served raw or cooked, are a significant source of nutrients and protein, and not only an alternative lifestyle choice for those who enjoying experimenting. It may be worth one;'s while to explore raw bar catering NYC.

Generally, seafood contains certain micro-nutrients which are hard to source elsewhere. These are the omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids, which are required for nervous function and brain health. Then there are also minerals in the skeletal structure of the fish which are important in the human body. And, of course, as a source of high-value, dense protein, fish is difficult to match.

Raw bars serve a large variety of seafood. Some styles are, in fact, Western, such as the carpaccio dish, which is traditionally made with raw beef. Therefore, this presentation style shouldn't be too hard to understand for the Western consumer. But there is also sushi, which is the Japanese tradition, and one which has become popular in other countries. It is probably already known to the reader, and it comprises many different variations.

Some people may be averse, initially, to consuming uncooked protein, such as raw meat. This may be due tot he fact that they have no prior experience of the exercise, or that they have been dissuaded from it by those who lack proper information on its preparation. Raw protein, such as meat or fish, is an established tradition in some countries, and that methods of preparation are safe and trusted. There is therefore no risk to the customer's health.

However, for those who refuse to partake of raw dishes, some raw bars offer cooked versions too. These are marine dishes which involve cooked seafood, such as stews or steamed shellfish. So, the customer may exercise their preference in this regard.

In the composition of the menu, the emphasis is on shellfish. These are species such as clam, oyster and mussels. There are different types of each species, so one restaurant may offer different options to another. The raw shellfish are served with acerbic accompaniments such as lemon juice, or even in conjunction with liquor. Then there is also sushi, which needs no introduction.

The cooked dishes served in raw bars are perhaps more conventional to USA consumers, such as clam chowder or cured salmon. There is, however, a large range of other dishes, such as steamed clams and poached shrimp. Sometimes, the difficulty of preparing these dishes at home may make the experience of eating them at the raw bar an instructive lesson in their preparation.

It is important not to ignore seafood as a source of high-quality protein, as well as other more specific micro-nutrients. Staying with a healthy, balanced diet in a city area is not always easy, and opting for a marine alternative to fast food, TV dinners or nutrient supplements is one way of improving one's dietary intake.




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