One of the most common questions we hear from Acme customers is how to maximize the lifespan of our products. Whether it’s our smoked salmon, whitefish salad, or herring products, knowing how to optimally store your smoked fish is essential. However, the one product we are asked about more than any other is our Lox.…
Spring is in the air, and this means that Easter and Passover have come around again. Although each holiday has its distinct origins and significance, an important theme shared by both is that of togetherness and connection among family and friends. We enjoy this time with our loved ones so much – not to mention…
What is Aquaculture? The dictionary definition of aquaculture is, “the cultivation of aquatic animals and plants, especially fish, shellfish, and seaweed, in natural or controlled marine or freshwater environments.” It is believed that mankind has raised fish under such circumstances since as early as 6,000 BC. There is archaeological evidence of this ancient practice throughout the…
New Year, New Job! Gong hei fat choi (Happy new year)! My name is Holly and early this year I started my first job at ACME as an R&D scientist. I was thrilled when I received my first Gary’s Special project, a Lunar New Year Prosperity Salmon Salad. Lunar New Year is annually celebrated across…
If Brooklyn were its own city, it would be the fourth largest in the country, and with that comes a sprawling mecca of diversity that has attracted people to its shores for centuries. Often overlooked by tourists and even some Manhattanites, Brooklyn’s rich history, centers of creativity, and unique food offerings provide a laundry list…
I walk into the office at 9AM, Monday through Friday, and each day the place is already buzzing. The trucks are on the road, the air freight is in the sky, and the phones are ringing off the hook. There are a million things to do, but I get my coffee, grab a bagel, some…
