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Key West Stone Crab - Casual Monday Charters

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It’s stone crab claw season in Key West, so I thought I’d share my thoughts on these tasty critters. Key West stone crabs are a local delicacy that few tourists know about, so here’s a look at these Florida crab claws, how to eat them, and  where to find the best stone crabs . And, since I’m feeling extra generous today, I will throw in my world-famous  Key West stone crab mustard sauce recipe . What Is Key West Stone Crab? The stone crab, or Menippe mercenaria to those who just met him, is a species of tasty crustacean that lives in Florida, The Bahamas, and a few other spots on the East Coast. But they’re best known to come from the Florida Keys and Key West.  Stone crabs are about six inches wide, brown or red, with grey spots and a tan underside. They eat oysters, mollusks, and other crustaceans. You can usually find stone crabs near dock pilings in  shallow water . They live in holes that they decorate with shells. Actually, they use the shells to help dig the hole, then just

Ahoy, Sailors! Let's Chase the Sunset: Sunset Sailing Tours

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 Hey there, fellow adventurers! It’s another splendid Monday, and what better way to beat those Monday blues than by setting sail into the golden hues of a breathtaking sunset? That’s right, at Casual Monday Charters , we’re all about turning mundane Mondays into memorable experiences. And what could be more memorable than a sunset sailing tour? Why Sunset Sailing? First things first, why choose a sunset sailing tour, you ask? Well, picture this: gentle waves rocking the boat, a cool breeze caressing your face, and the sky painted in vibrant shades of orange, pink, and purple as the sun dips below the horizon. It’s the perfect recipe for relaxation and rejuvenation after a long day. The Magic of the Golden Hour The golden hour – that magical time just before sunset – is when the world seems to slow down and everything takes on a surreal, almost ethereal quality. And what better way to experience it than from the deck of a sailboat, surrounded by nothing but the vast ex