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   When you dine on lobster, you may feel like you are truly eating like a king or queen. Lobster is often considered a delicacy and is a rich and delectable meal.

   Before heading out and buying one, you should learn a bit about what exactly a lobster is, how to prepare and serve it and where to buy it from.

   There are several varieties of lobster, including those with big claws and those without any claws. Squat lobsters, spiny lobsters and slipper lobsters have no claws. A lobster is a marine creature in the crustacean family.

   Most people think of the reef lobster or the clawed lobster as the main ones to eat. Freshwater crawfish are a kind of lobster and are you can find them in lots of Creole and southern recipes).

   If you love seafood, you will almost definitely find lobster to be one of the tastiest and most special types. The lobster looks almost regal, sitting on the plate, and you know with a glance it is going to be succulent and bursting with flavor. Lobster is not cheap but you do get what you pay for.

   The best prices (and usually the nicest, freshest lobster too) can be found in coastal regions and fishing villages. If you are far from the sea, the price will be higher. On average, a pound of lobster costs between $7.95 and $29.95, depending on the shop and its location.

   If you are going to spend that amount of money on a meal, you need to be aware of how to best prepare the lobster. Preparation is easier than you might think. You should purchase one lobster for each person. The fishmonger might offer to steam the lobster for you before you take it away but it is best to take it home live to get the freshest and best taste from it.

   Once you have prepared the meal, the best way to serve lobster is actually a very simple recipe. The steamed, boiled, or grilled lobster should be accompanied by a bib, butter, and lemon.

   Usually the simplest recipe is the best, and in the case of lobster, the less frills the better. However, if you should happen to have leftovers (it is rare but does happen!), you can remove the shell and prepare a lobster salad or po' boy sandwich for lunch the next day.

   Eating lobster can make you feel like a true foodie. Remember, you do not have to be a gourmet food snob to enjoy delectable dishes like lobster. As long as you understand where to buy the lobster, how to prepare it, and find a great lobster recipe, you are sure to have a meal to remember. If you are a lobster novice, try your hand at doing a little research in the form of visiting your favorite local seafood restaurant and ordering up!