The boys explain how they get their lobster pots ready on the Stanley Thomas in Gloucester.

BostonZest gets the scoop: They re-open today.

Why they were closed.

Richard can't say enough good things about this Beacon Hill wine bar/restaurant:

... Overall, this was a top-notch evening with not the slightest of complaints. The food, wine and service all came together in perfect unity. I heartily recommend that you check out this restaurant, for either lunch or dinner. I think it would work well for a couple seeking a more intimate meal, as well as a group seeking a fun time. ...

Mini highly recommends Clio in the Back Bay despite a mediocre fois gras:

... Fortunately however, the main courses and dessert saved the day. I ordered the butter basted lobster while SO got the pork rib (or pig as they called it on the receipt!). I loved my lobster, it might just be the best cooked lobster I've had! The meat was really tender and slightly undercooked towards the center. Wow delicious! I wonder how they do it? ...

FDA Advises Against Consumption of American Lobster (Maine Lobster) Tomalley

Regulators find dangerous levels of toxins that cause Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning ...

Symptoms of PSP include tingling and/or numbness of the mouth, face or neck; muscle weakness; headache; and nausea. In extreme cases, when large amounts of the toxin are consumed, these symptoms can lead to respiratory failure and death. Symptoms usually occur within two hours of exposure to the toxin. Anyone experiencing these symptoms should seek medical attention.

Michael Feldman isn't giving up his lobster on his trips to Maine:

... Over the years we have sacrificed innumerable crustacians to the Sacrificial Pot, and never once have he heard a protest, a whine, a grunt a cry, a squeal, a scream, a hiss or even a whimper as they took their Last Dip (or next-to-last, counting the butter).

Earlier:
But the cows die surrounded by their loved ones as they slowly drift off to "sleep".