{"title":"Shellfish Selection","description":"\u003cp\u003eOysters, mussels, whelk and abalone — the cold-water shellfish that anchor a seafood table. Shucked, steamed, grilled or served chilled, each one is chosen for firm texture and a clean, sweet finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIn This Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHalf-shell oysters for serving raw or grilling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive green-shell mussels ready to steam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJumbo sea whelks with thick, sweet meat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole live abalone for braising or slicing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Choose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe oysters and abalone chilled for a special occasion, or build a quick weeknight meal from steamed mussels and stir-fried whelk.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"premium-raw-oysters","title":"Premium Raw Oysters","description":"\u003cp\u003eSourced from the cold, mineral-rich waters of the 37°N golden latitude, these jumbo half-shell oysters are slow-grown for three full years until they reach their peak eating window. Shells are thick and sturdy, the meat plump and creamy-white with a faint golden sheen along the mantle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy They Stand Out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree years of unhurried growth for deep glycogen and mineral concentration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJumbo size, roughly 100–150 g per piece, with a high meat-to-shell ratio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirm, crisp bite that finishes long and sweet with a clean briny lift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrade suitable for serving raw on the half shell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen the shells and serve over crushed ice with a squeeze of lemon for the purest expression. For a hot plate, top with garlic and chilli butter and grill at 200°C for six to eight minutes, or cover with mozzarella and bacon and bake until the cheese turns golden. The meat also lifts a simple rice congee when diced and simmered briefly with ginger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep refrigerated at 0–4°C, cup side down, covered with a damp cloth. Enjoy within 72 hours of arrival and never freeze, as freezing ruins the texture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JULIAN DAWSON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48373047820486,"sku":"PREMIUMRAWOYSTERS","price":59.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/3312\/8646\/files\/premium-raw-oysters-1.jpg?v=1792468413"},{"product_id":"giant-sea-whelk","title":"Giant Sea Whelk","description":"\u003cp\u003eExtra-large wild sea whelks, each weighing 250–400 g, with naturally patterned shells and thick ivory-white meat. Cleaned of sand and grit, they offer a springy, satisfying chew and a clean, sweet sea flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJumbo size, 250–400 g per piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlump, firm meat with a clean finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWild-caught and hand selected for shell quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally rich in protein, calcium and iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold-chain packed straight from the catch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlanch briefly and dip in wasabi soy for the sweetest bite, steam with garlic, roast with coarse salt, or stir-fry over high heat with chilli and scallion. The meat is tender enough to slice thin and serve chilled as sashimi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore at -18°C or below and avoid repeated thawing. Cook soon after thawing; refrigerate leftovers and use within 24 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JULIAN DAWSON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48373047984326,"sku":"GIANTSEAWHELK","price":55.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/3312\/8646\/files\/giant-sea-whelk-1.jpg?v=1792468417"},{"product_id":"fresh-green-mussels","title":"Fresh Green Mussels","description":"\u003cp\u003eWild-harvested from the Shengsi grounds off Zhoushan, these mussels wear glossy dark-green shells and carry plump, orange-yellow meat that is sweet and tender. Each batch is purged clean of sand and hand-sorted for even size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You Will Like Them\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlossy dark-green shells, tightly closed and lively\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlump orange-yellow meat, sweet and juicy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurged clean, with no grit and no off-notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-sorted for consistent size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally high in protein and low in fat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKitchen Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteam with white wine, shallot and parsley for a classic marinière, bake on the half shell with garlic butter, fold through pasta, or scatter over a saffron rice pan. A quick steam with ginger and spring onion keeps the flavour clean and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep live shellfish refrigerated at 0–4°C under a damp towel and cook within two days. Discard any that stay open before cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JULIAN DAWSON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48373048049862,"sku":"FRESHGREENMUSSELS","price":29.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/3312\/8646\/files\/fresh-green-mussels-1.jpg?v=1792468419"},{"product_id":"fresh-whole-abalone","title":"Fresh Whole Abalone","description":"\u003cp\u003eLive abalone selected from managed farms, running from palm-sized pieces to dinner-plate specimens, with thick meaty feet and iridescent shells that shift from deep green to bronze. The texture is tender when cooked with care, and the flavour is naturally sweet with a quiet ocean note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes It Special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge sizes, roughly 2–20 pieces per 500 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick foot meat and a clean, sweet finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich in protein and low in fat, with iodine, magnesium and omega-3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-selected for even size and lively shells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA centrepiece for celebrations and banquets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBraise Cantonese style in a glossy brown sauce, slice paper-thin and serve chilled as sashimi, stir-fry with seasonal greens, or poach gently in a superior stock until just tender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep live abalone cold and damp, ideally at 0–4°C, and cook within two days of arrival. Do not freeze if you plan to serve it whole.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JULIAN DAWSON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48373048246470,"sku":"FRESHWHOLEABALONE","price":79.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/3312\/8646\/files\/fresh-whole-abalone-1.jpg?v=1792468424"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/3312\/8646\/collections\/premium-raw-oysters-1.jpg?v=1792468480","url":"https:\/\/judaelec.shop\/collections\/shellfish-selection.oembed","provider":"JULIAN DAWSON","version":"1.0","type":"link"}