Island Blue Mussels are cultivated in the clear waters off of Prince Edward Island. Island Blue Mussels have a sweet, delicate taste. They are more tender and plumper then regular mussels because of the way they are cultivated and harvested. Mussels are high in nutrients and low in fat, and they are an excellent source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. Mussels are usually 2-3 inches in length.
Mussels are a bivalve shellfish and a member of the clam family.
After harvesting and storage, exposure to air will start to open their shells, but this does not mean that they are dead. A light tap on the top of the shell will cause the mussel to close its shell. Mussels can last for one week in the refrigerator. Mussels can drown in melted ice or their own liquid, so make sure that they have adequate ventilation. To steam mussels, first rinse them under cool water.