So you’re planning a trip to Maryland this summer?

Great choice! Maryland is one of the most beautiful states to visit as a tourist. It offers an excellent mix of family-friendly summer activities and romantic getaway options.

Maryland is a unique state with a rich history and vibrant culture. It’s a relatively small state, from a geographical perspective, making it easy and affordable to get around to various cities by car.

Here are 4 must-see tourist attractions in Maryland that you should add to your itinerary this summer.

1. Zip-lining:

Are you an outdoorsy type? Do you live for an adrenaline rush?

Or perhaps you just want to enjoy a gorgeous view of Maryland’s natural scenery?

If you said yes to any of the questions above, then zip-lining would be an exciting option for you!

Maryland boasts three impressive zip-lining options, each of which can be combined with other outdoor activities such as kayaking and climbing.

If you’re spending time near Savage, you can visit Terrapin Adventures for all of your Tarzan-like needs.

In Rockville, you can check out Go Ape! which features breathtaking scenery and ladders which connect the lush trees.

Last but not least, if you find yourself in Sandy Springs, you can visit the Adventure Park to treat yourself to a beautiful night-time ride through a forest that gets lit up with incredible lighting. This is a sight not to be missed!

2. Check out Ocean City beach:

There’s a long-running summer tradition in Maryland: spending a week enjoying the beautiful beach in Ocean City.

You can access this paradise of a destination by ferry, train or car. Driving there will require you to cross the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. It’s totally worth the visit; Marylanders and tourists alike have been frequenting this getaway spot since the community’s first resort was established in 1875.

How should you spend your time in Ocean City?

First and foremost, you should take advantage of this opportunity to relax and decompress! Lay out on the beach with a good book and perhaps a refreshing beverage, and let the sound of the waves and the smell of the ocean air put your mind at ease.

If you’re feeling more energetic than that, you can visit Trimper’s amusement park to enjoy the popular rides. Or perhaps you could go mini-golfing with your friends or family. There’s even a skate park in Ocean City if you’re feeling really ambitious.

Whatever you do, make sure you don’t miss out on Ocean City’s infamous Thrasher’s fries!

3. Indulge in Maryland’s world-famous seafood:

Maryland is known for its fresh crabs on a national and international level.

So if you’re traveling in Maryland this summer, you might as well take advantage of this local treasure! (“When in Rome,” as they say.)

Cameron’s Seafood offers a convenient network of fresh crab pick-up locations across Maryland state (and elsewhere in the United States).

Whether you’re in or around Rockville, Oxon Hill, Temple Hills, or Capitol Heights (to name just a few of our many locations), there’s a Cameron’s Seafood outlet ready to serve you a premium selection of fresh crabs.

If you can’t physically make it to one of the Cameron’s Seafood retail locations, you can also order fresh seafood online using the company’s e-commerce store. Your fresh crabs will be shipped to you within 1-2 days, so you can cook them with your friends and family at your hotel or resort.

Cameron’s Seafood is a Maryland-based family business that believes in preserving the state’s tradition of fresh seafood consumption to the highest quality. Choosing this brand as your crab destination will surely provide an authentic Maryland culinary experience!

4. Visit the Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center:

If you’re looking to learn more about Maryland’s history, you can visit the Harriet Tubman Museum.

Harriet Tubman was known for her involvement with the Underground Railroad, liberating enslaved citizens on numerous occasions. She was an African-American citizen who is celebrated for her relief efforts during the times of slavery.

This museum and educational center provides a compelling exposition of this inspirational and strong character’s life.

Conclusion:
Hopefully this guide will help you enjoy Maryland to the fullest during your trip this summer.

The intention of this article was to provide a variety of tourist activities that are unique to Maryland and distinct in their appeal.

While there are many more exciting things to do in Maryland than we could capture in this short blog post, the 4 must-see tourist attractions highlighted in this article are bound to provide you with a fun and satisfying trip to Maryland this August.

Safe travels!

It’s Friday.

It’s summertime.

You want to cook a crab dish but you’re not sure what recipe to choose.

You’re looking for a recipe that’s easy to cook and reasonably healthy at the same time.

Let us help you out. Cameron’s Seafood  is the largest vendor of fresh seafood in the United States and we love to share recipes with fellow crab-enthusiasts.

Today’s recipe is a crab-stuffed bell pepper dish that was adapted from Food.com user Margie Brock’s profile. It’s a great crowd-pleaser if you’re entertaining company and a delicious meal to prepare for yourself or your family.

Boasting a reasonably low 271 calories per serving, this crab dish is as healthy as it is tasty. Better still, it’s an easy-to-cook crab recipe so you don’t need to be an expert chef to prepare it.

This crab recipe should take you about 50 minutes to prepare.

Without further adieu, let’s help you kick off your weekend the right way with an exquisite meal of seafood!

Ingredients Required:

To prepare 4 servings of this meal, whereby each serving is 229g in size, here are the required ingredients.

• 4 bell peppers of any color (green, yellow, orange or red)
• One half cup of green onions
• 6.5 ounces of fresh crab meat [link to e-commerce store]
• One half cup of breadcrumbs
• Up to a quarter teaspoon of cayenne pepper (to your preferred spice level)
• One minced clove of garlic
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Up to a quarter cup of margarine or butter (depending on your preference)
• One celery stalk
• Up to a half cup of shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
• One egg white
• Up to one tablespoon of light mayo
• One half cup of mild or hot banana peppers (depending on your preferred spice level)

Cooking Directions:

1. Cook fresh crab meat by immersing it in a pot of boiling, salted water for about 20 minutes
2. Cool the cooked crab under cold tap water for handling
3. Chop all vegetables, with the exception of the bell peppers, into small pieces
4. Sauté chopped vegetables in a frying pan in margarine or butter
5. In a bowl, mix the cooked crab meat, sautéed vegetables, egg white and breadcrumbs
6. Add salt and pepper to taste
7. Add light mayo to increase moisture (depending on dryness of the mixture)
8. Carefully slice the tops off the bell peppers as to create a compartment to stuff the mixture
9. Use a spoon to insert the mixture into the hollowed-out bell peppers
10. Sprinkle cheese on top of the peppers to cover tops and contain the stuffing with melted cheese
11. Bake crab-stuffed bell peppers on a lightly-oiled cooking sheet for 30 minutes at 350 ͦ F
12. Enjoy the mouth-watering goodness with company!

Nutrition Facts:

Provided you prepare your meal exactly as described above, you can expect this dish to contain the following approximate nutritional info (per one serving of 229g):

• Total Fat: 17 g (25% of your daily value)
• Saturated Fat: 4.8 g (23% of your daily value)
• Cholesterol: 29 mg (10% of your daily value)
• Sodium: 767.5 mg (33% of your daily value)
• Total Carbohydrates: 18.7 g (7% of your daily value)
• Fiber: 3.4 g (12% of your daily value)
• Sugar: 4.5 g (17% of your daily value)
• Protein: 15 g (30% of your daily value)

Please note that these nutritional facts are not 100% accurate as they were adapted from the recipe’s original nutrition table, while this adaptation has been tweaked to contain slightly different cooking directions and ingredients.

Conclusion:

Hopefully this crab recipe will be a hit for you and your guests this weekend!

The original recipe scored a consistently flawless 5-star review, and we modified a few ingredients and preparation steps to make it even better.

As you can see above, each serving is relatively healthy with a low-carb, high-protein profile. This is an excellent dish for fitness enthusiasts or those who are watching their weight (tip: if you fall into the latter category, feel free to omit the cheese and mayo from the menu altogether).

Feel free to share our recipe with your friends and family on social media!

Last but not least, if you’re wondering where to buy the most delicious fresh crab meat and premium seafood in the United States, you should check out Cameron’s Seafood’s new online store. We ship fresh seafood nationwide at the lowest price in the country – guaranteed.

Order your fresh crabs today and conveniently receive them at your front door within 1-2 days!

Every occasion is better with Maryland seafood.

Okay, maybe us at Cameron’s Seafood are a bit biased, but we genuinely believe in this. And this belief forms the backbone of our longstanding, popular Maryland seafood brand.

Eating fresh Maryland seafood is a social activity in nature. Whether cooking at home or visiting a seafood shop, this cuisine is best appreciated with company.

You get messy when you eat it. You teach your family or friends how to properly crack the shells. You indulge in the mouthwatering goodness together.

You laugh, you smile, you drink, and you finish every experience with at least one thought on your mind: “Wow, that was amazing!”.

So what are the best occasions for indulging in a meal of Maryland seafood?

We’ve compiled a list of five occasions that are perfectly complimented with fresh seafood.

1. Dinner:
Looking to take a special someone or a group of people out to dinner? Struggling to find a restaurant option that expresses your personality more than your run-of-the-mill, white tablecloth fine dining establishment?

Impress your guests with a unique and delicious culinary experience by serving some fresh seafood. If you live in the United States, you can visit one of the many reputable Cameron’s Seafood locations. Cameron’s Seafood offers an exciting dining experience and world-class crabs and crab cakes.

Our menu consists of a wide range of premium seafood options to meet just about anyone’s needs. Here’s a list of our most popular dishes:
– Maryland Blue Crabs
– Maryland Crab Cakes
– Crab cake stuffed seafood (i.e salmon, shrimp and lobster tail)
– Maryland Cream of Crab & Crab Gumbo

2. Holidays:
Holidays are meant to be celebrated. And they’re best celebrated with friends and family.

This sounds like a perfect excuse to indulge in a feast of irresistible Maryland seafood!

Summer holidays provide an ideal environment for enjoying fresh seafood. Whether it’s Father’s Day or Mother’s Day or Independence Day, warm summer weather allows you to fire up your barbecue, crack a cold beer and share a seafood feast with your loved ones.

Furthermore, if you’re hoping to buy a gift for someone on a holiday such as Christmas or a birthday, Cameron’s Seafood’s new online store  makes it super easy and affordable to ship fresh crabs within the United States.

With the click of a button, you can surprise a displaced Marylander or an out-of-state friend who has never tasted Maryland crabs with a package of delightful seafood delivered straight to their front door.

3. Events:
Whether you’re inviting friends over to watch a sporting event or organizing a charity fundraiser, event-based gatherings are great for appreciating seafood.

Not only will your guests have more fun while eating crab dishes versus other conventional options like pizza, they’ll also be satisfied with a tasty and healthy meal.

Order premium seafood for your event today and get ready for your attendees to be impressed!

4. Corporate Team Building:
Sometimes it can be hard to let your guard down and be yourself around coworkers.

This is why corporate team building activities are so important in strengthening organizations. But sometimes these activities don’t allow employees to fully relax and show their authentic selves.

Cameron’s Seafood is an excellent solution for this problem.

As soon as you get your hands and face messy with crab meat, all of your inhibitions and reservations will evaporate immediately. You and your team members can bond over which dish you liked the most or how many crabs each of you ate.

Perhaps you could even challenge your boss to eat a ridiculous number of crabs…?

The possibilities are endless. Have some fun. Book a seafood feast for your next corporate team building event and boost your team’s morale overnight.

5. After a Workout:
If you’re a fitness junkie, then you’re aware of the importance of protein.

Seafood is an affordable and tasty protein-rich food item. Better still, it’s low carb. This makes it an incredible post-workout meal.

While crabs are available year round, crab season officially runs from April 15th to November 15th. This is when the crabs are fat and meaty. So you can fuel your body with hearty, large-sized servings of crab for the majority of the year.
Getting bored of eating the same old meat options every week? Mix up your protein sources with a delicious order of Maryland
seafood today!

Conclusion:
Hopefully by now you’ll consider pairing your next special occasion with Maryland seafood.

Cameron’s Seafood ships fresh Maryland seafood overnight nationwide at the lowest price so you can enjoy all of your favorite occasions with a taste of exquisite seafood.

Over the past 32 years in business, we’ve had the honor of seeing a lot of happy faces consuming our crab products. Our
fulfillment as a family business stems from sharing this delicious natural meal with our friends in the community.

Looking to try out our famous Maryland seafood for yourself? We’d love to serve you! Place an order for fresh seafood today using our secure online store.

Happy crabbing.

Every summer millions of Maryland families, friends and loved ones share picnic-style Maryland crab feasts. It’s a big deal and pastime here. Blue crabs take time to pick and eat which is why this is a fun social activity best served with ice cold beer and music.

The bare necessities:

• Maryland Blue Crabs from the Chesapeake Bay steamed with JO Spice (our preference) or Old Bay
• Family, friends and loved ones
• Ice cold beer
• Newspaper to line your tables
• Melted butter (a little lemon in the butter is optional)
• Extra JO spice or Old Bay
• Crab mallets
• Plenty of paper towels (eating crabs is a messy business!)
• First aid kit (for the rookies)

The extras:

• Corn on the cob – pull back the corn sleeve and sprinkle JO or Old Bay and cover back up to cook.
• Spiced Shrimp (Spiced with Old Bay!)
• Maryland Crab Cakes

What you need to know:

• Maryland Blue Crab season is April 15th to October 15th
• Adult portions are typically 6-12 large crabs.
• Crab meat alone is not very filling so you may want to compliment your meal with corn, spiced shrimp, beer, and other appetizers.
• Crabs are sloppy to eat. Don’t wear white or new clothing. Your hands and fingernails will get dirty but it’s so worth it.
• To get the most out of your crabs you need to know how to pick Maryland Blue Crabs like a pro:

You probably expect me to tell you that our family comes from a long line of crabbers who works right off the Chesapeake Bay and has been in the seafood business for generations and generations. That’s not the case. I’m here to share the story of my dad and his brother who escaped Iran to live the American Dream.

By now you are probably wondering: Why Seafood?

If you know my father then the story I am about to tell will not be shocking. My father, Allen Manesh, a hard-working Iranian immigrant, arrived in the United States in 1975. He started working in real estate and quickly realized that he needed a cash-flowing side-business to provide some “grocery money”. I would describe my dad’s personality as a hustler with boyish innocence peppered by his heavy persian accent. He was about 32 years old when he asked his younger brother Bijan (my uncle) to open a fruit stand on a triangular piece of land he purchased on Route 355 otherwise known as Rockville Pike (Maryland). Bijan looks like an angry bull-dog but once you get to know him he has a really soft heart.

After purchasing the land, my dad went to Florida to “perform some market research on the fruit business” when he found himself deep sea fishing. The captain of the ship got to know Allen and was inquiring about what he did for a living. “I’m going to open a fruit stand.” The Captain paused and said, “listen, if you took a paper bag from a grocery store and filled it with apples, bananas, oranges and strawberries then how much would you charge for the produce?” Allen replied, “$25”. The captain continued: “OK…if you filled the same bag with fish how much could you charge? Allen went to Florida to open a fruit stand and returned to open a seafood market.

In 1985, Cameron’s Seafood Market was born.

Iranians are known to prepare massive quantities of food and share it with the entire neighborhood until there is just enough left to feed themselves. True to their Persian heritage, their mission was not only to sell seafood but also to prepare and serve it to their customers at an affordable price so that everyone could enjoy delicious seafood.

Today, we sell a wide variety of fresh fish, which you can get raw, fried, or broiled. Or you can get takeout fresh seafood sandwiches, fried seafood platters with french fries and coleslaw or broiled fish platters with cajun rice and fresh vegetables. The best sellers however are Maryland Blue Crabs, Maryland Crab Cakes, and spiced shrimp.

What’s next for Cameron’s Seafood?

Business has been great for the last 32 years but it is now time for the new generation to take over. In June 2017, my cousin Peymon (Bijan’s son) and I embarked on a new journey to expand the family business and spread the taste of Maryland all over the USA. The next era of Cameron’s Seafood began with the introduction of our new logo and website and the launch of our online store. We can’t wait to share our delicious seafood with the rest of the nation!

I will be blogging about past, present and future journeys and share our experiences with Maryland seafood for you to enjoy. We will discuss current events, share recipes and how-to’s and recount more stories about our crazy family.

In the meantime, feel free to browse our new website and if you’re in the area come visit one of our stores!