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Raw oysters on a tray of ice for raw bar catering

This Asheville seafood spot now offers catering, from backyard barbecues to weddings.

Photos provided by The Lobster Trap

We’re hooked on The Lobster Trap’s fresh seafood and your guests will be too.

No matter the occasion, The Lobster Trap catering will bring the raw bar to you, featuring:

Bonus: Feel good about your event knowing you’re supporting both a local biz and sustainable seafood practices. The Lobster Trap partners with Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch, which promotes responsible fisheries + aquaculture.

Let’s shellebrate

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