Florida stone crab claws are sustainably harvested October through May, served chilled and cracked open with classic mustard sauce, lemon wedges and saltine crackers.

Stone crab fishing developed in 1920s Florida when fishermen learned the crabs would regenerate a claw after a single one was harvested, making the fishery uniquely sustainable. Joe's Stone Crab opened in Miami Beach in 1913 and codified the dish nationally. Season runs October 15 through May 1, when Gulf-side claws hit Florida menus from Naples to Tampa to Orlando. The Boathouse at Disney Springs, Christner's and the Capa rooftop at Four Seasons all run a seasonal stone-crab plate.

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