lobster bisque
FOOD NEWS
Check The Rest Of The Menu Before You Order The Lobster Bisque
BY ANDI PREWITT
There are some restaurants where bypassing the lobster bisque altogether is advisable, and one key giveaway will let you know when to steer clear.
If the menu is completely devoid of any other lobster dishes, it's a good indicator that there are no leftover shells in-house to prepare a proper stock.
Using a stock made with the crustaceans' shells imparts a delightfully complex brine to the bisque — as if you could taste the air off the coast of Maine.
Fortunately, many restaurants offer online versions of their menus, so it's easy to research before selecting your bisque destination.