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What to look for:Ask your fishmonger to hold each lobster up.
Choose those that are kicking their tails when removed from the tank.
Or buy it cooked:Many markets will steam lobster for you while you wait (call ahead).
Some stores also offer cooked, picked lobster meat.
Look for raw, shell-on shrimp, either fresh or frozen.
