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News from Burhop's in Hinsdale
Open 7 Days/week - Phone: 630-887-4700
Hours: Mon. 10:30 - 6:30: Tues.-Fri. 9:30 - 6:30
Sat. 9:30 - 5:30: Sun. 10:00-4:00
Web site: www.burhopsseafood.com
Felicity Fin, Editor

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Holiday Orders
Holiday Deliveries in northern suburbs
Shellfish Sales - Stock the Freezer!
Save: Fresh Wild Halibut & Swordfish; Fresh Ora King Salmon
P&S: Lobster Rolls, Spreads, Calico Coscous
Holiday Entertaining Ideas
Burhop's New Years Lobster Boil - book now!
Dec. Mid-week Specials
Get it all Ready to Eat! Burhop's Gourmet To Go Menu
Party Catering - Let Us Do the Work!
DoorDash Deliveries in the Western 'Burbs
CHRISTMAS PARTY TRAY & SPECIAL ORDERS MUST BE IN BY 5:30 ON SUNDAY DEC. 22
SHRIMP TRAY -CUSTOMER'S TRAY Burhop's shrimp, or other party trays, are the perfect appetizer for holiday entertaining - not too filling, absolutely delicious, incredibly popular with the guests! Bring one to your hostess, you'll be invited back every year. Or wow them with fresh oysters - or a selection of our tasty spreads. Ask us for ideas.

Party Tray Choices:
Shrimp
Shrimp & Claws
Hot & Cold Smoked Salmon
Poached Salmon
Custom - you choose what goes on the tray
Or call us before 5:30 on Dec. 22nd -
630-887-4700.

CUSTOM SMOKED ORDERS
We get all of our hot smoked seafood custom smoked locally - but they get crazy busy this time of year, so if you want something special smoked for the holidays, let us know ASAP, so we can schedule it in the queue. We will have salmon and whitefish smoked, and some Chilean sea bass - but if you have another favorite, call and place an order to avoid disappointment. During the holidays, it's always wise to place an order, whatever your seafood desires. 
630-887-4700.
HOLIDAY DELIVERIES IN THE NORTHERN 'BURBS
cocktail shrimp cu We will again be offering home delivery to our former north suburban and north Chicago customers for the holidays - delivery will be available on Saturdays from now thru New Years, and on Tuesdays Dec. 24th  and 31st. 
    You can order on line  HERE or by phone with a credit card, 630-887-4700. Largest selection is by phone order, as we don't have fresh fish on line. 
    Treat your family to some Burhop's shrimp - the best Christmas hors d'oeuvre there is! Greg will bring it to your door. Party trays, spreads, Lobster or Shrimp Bisque, smoked fish, fresh fish, we'll make your fish wishes come true!  

NB: Deliveries are available in Hinsdale area via DoorDash for many of our most popular items. 
HOT SOUPS IS AVAILABLE IN THE STORE DURING COLD WEATHER - GET SOME FOR LUNCH, ASK US FOR A TASTE! 
tureen plain We always have one of Jaime's great homemade soups hot and ready to eat - selection varies daily. Jaime's soups tend to be hearty - great as a quick main course for dinner, wonderful for lunch on a cold day. Ask us for a taste! All our soups are also available frozen, so you can stock your freezer for nights when you just don't feel like cooking. 

START PLANNING FOR THE HOLIDAYS - CHECK OUT OUR COOKING VIDEOS HERE. Learn how to cook lobster tails, warm up crab legs, open an oyster & more! 
CRAB SALE!
OUR ANNUAL SHELLFISH SALES! SAVE 10% ON ALL ITEMS WHICH CONTAIN THE SALE SHELLFISH ON DEAL. caroling fish corrected
Dec. 6 - 8 - Everything Crab* 
If it has crab in it's name, it's on sale - frozen crab legs, Crab Spread, Crab Cakes, She-crab soup, crab claws,  everything crab!
Dec. 15 - 17 - Everything Lobster*
If it has lobster in it's name, it's on sale - frozen lobster tails,
Lobster Rolls, Lobster Salad, Lobster Bisque, Lobster Mac & Cheese, frozen lobster meat. All good to go!
Stock your freezer for Christmas and New Years! 
* May not be combined with other offers or discounts. Excludes live lobsters, which are special order. Limited to supplies on hand - to be sure to get what you need, call ahead - 630-887-4700. 

N.B. - JAIME TIME HAS MOVED INDOORS FOR THE WINTER, SATURDAYS FROM 11:00 - 2:00. Come have a taste of our specials, skillfully prepared by Chef Jaime.  
 
FRESH WEEKEND DEALS 12/6-12/8/19
Everyone seems to lament the end of wild salmon, but there are so many wonderful fish that are available, both wild and sustainably raised,  fresh all during fall and winter - we have three tasty choices, on sale this weekend.   Call ahead to place an order to be sure you get what you need - 
630-887-4700. 
FRESH NEW ZEALAND ORA KING SALMON FILLETS
Reg. $30.95/lb. SALE $28.95/lb.
Fresh from New Zealand - delicious Ora king salmon, sustainably farmed in the clean ocean waters off the coast of New Zealand. A great alternative to wild salmon, full of those beneficial omega 3s. Check out our favorite   Salmon Recipes HERE.  Great baked with some of Jaime's fresh pesto.
WILD, FRESH CANADIAN  HALIBUT FILLETS
Was $32.95/lb 
SALE $30.95/lb.*
Wild, mild and tasty - the halibut season has moved south, to the Canadian coast. These halibut are tasty relatives of the Alaskan halibut you love - good in any of your favorite halibut recipes.  Click Here for our favorite halibut recipes.
WILD CAUGHT SWORDFISH STEAKS
Was $25.95/lb. SALE $23.95/lb.
A perfect candidate for searing and baking - try it with our Tahitian Marinade, winner of a grilling contest held by us years ago, and still our favorite with swordfish. 

  
*While supplies last. Not good with other offers, discounts or coupons. TO ASSURE AVAILABILITY, CALL AND PLACE AN ORDER - 630-887-4700.
PURE & SIMPLE DEALS 
Burhop's own Pure & Simple prepared foods are made here in our kitchen by Chef Jaime and various staff members under his direction. Our salads, sauces and side dishes don't come here in giant buckets from a distant warehouse. Many of our fresh ingredients come from local farmers, much of it organic. We
aim to make all our food both healthy and delicious.
LOBSTER ROLLS
Reg. $18/each SALE $15/each
lobster roll pic
The price of lobster meat has gone up so much over the last year, we've had to raise our Lobster Roll pricing - but you can still get a good deal if you come in for lunch this week! Only $15 each for a freshly made roll, a savings of $3 per person. Add a cup of our hot soup of the day and you've got a fantastic lunch. Want your Lobster Roll ready when you get here? Call ahead - 630-887-4700. Tell us when you're coming in and we'll have them made up. 


swordfish calico cous cous
CALICO COUSCOUS
Reg. $8.95/lb.  SALE $6.95/lb. *
This is a delicious side dish, warmed or room temperature, with any seafood meal. Or have it for lunch - tasty any time of day! 
BURHOP'S SPREADS
BURHOP'S SPREADS
Reg. $10.95/lb. 
SALE $8.95/lb.*
Choose from:
Shrimp
Smoked Salmon
Smoked Whitefish
Crab-blend 
Just add crackers! All our spreads are made here in our kitchen from fresh ingredients, not trucked in in buckets. You can taste the difference.Perfect for entertaining, great for lunch on toast or a bagel. 
 *While supplies last. Not good with other offers or discounts.  
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Christmas Eve and New Years Eve are our busiest days of the year -- and  we do sell out of some of your favorites, so we strongly recommend that you call in an order by the end of business on Dec. 21st, or place a party tray order on line by then. 
PAPILOTES UNCOOKED
Here are some great ideas for making entertaining easy and delicious:
CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER: 
Most cooks are also the person wrapping the presents - don't try to do everything, let us do most of the cooking! 
  • Salmon Papillotes - a gift-wrapped delight with fresh salmon & vegetables in parchment. Just pop in the oven! Choose from  Provencal, Mediterranean or Au Jardin . Add some of our freshly made  Garlic Mashed Potatoes  and dinner is ready to serve!
  • Salmon Cozies - fresh salmon wrapped in puff pastry with fresh herbs and baby spinach. Ready to bake and serve with our Lemon Dill Sauce, included. Add a salad and our Herb Roasted Potatoes.
  • Stuffed Salmon or Tilapia Fillets - chose from Portobello, Shrimp & Capers or Spinach Florentine stuffing - we make them with fresh salmon, if you want them made with tilapia, please call and place an order and we'll do them just for you. 
  • Crab Cakes - one as a first course, two for a main course, these are easy to saute and serve, and everybody likes them! Comes with our Stone Ground Mustard Sauce. Add some of our Fresh Coleslaw or Broccoli Salad to complete the meal.
  • Fresh Fillets of your Favorite Fish - we'll have two or three types of salmon, rainbow trout, sea bass, snapper, whitefish, lake perch, sole and more. Want something really special like Dover Sole? CALL AT LEAST 48 HOURS AHEAD AND WE CAN ALMOST CERTAINLY GET IT FOR YOU.  
  • Your Favorite Shellfish - fresh, dry packed sea scallops, shell-on wild and raised shrimp, frozen raw shrimp (peeled and de-veined), frozen cold and warm water lobster tails, frozen snow and king crab legs, fresh stone crab claws, clams, oysters -- all the delights of the sea. LIVE LOBSTERS MUST BE ORDERED AT LEAST 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE OF PICK UP!!  The earlier the better - live lobsters are in big demand during the holidays.  
  • Fresh Mussels - delicious and easy, we have several simple recipes on our web site - CLICK HERE for some great recipes - just add some crusty bread and a salad. P.E.I. Mussels
  • Burhop's Entree Soups - All of our chowders as well as our award-winning Seafood Chili, Shrimp Gumbo and Shrimp Etouffee make a great, easy to heat and serve casual dinner for a crowd of hungry friends and relatives.
CHRISTMAS DAY ENTERTAINING 
When all the relatives are coming over, we'll help you shine!  In addition to our great party trays we have a bunch of great hors d'oeuvres for keeping the troops happy until the main course is ready:
  • Burhop's Cocktail Shrimp - always freshly cooked with our special blend of spices, always the first bowl to empty at a party.  
    SHRIMP & CLAWS TRAY
    X-Large Shrimp & Claws Tray
     Don't forget the sauce!
  • Burhop's Fresh Spreads - made in Burhop's kitchen these are an economical way to appease a hungry crowd - choose from Shrimp, Smoked Salmon, Smoked Whitefish and Crab-blend.
    Just add crackers! 
  • Oysters on the half shell - we generally have blue points, and will also have some kumamoto and malpecs for the holidays, but they sell out fast - if you want some for Christmas, please call ahead and avoid disappointment! We will show you how to open them, or you can watch our oyster opening video through the link below. 
  • Hot and Cold Smoked Salmon - we have a great selection of cold smoked salmon from Ducktrap in Maine, plus our custom smoked salmon (plain, peppered and cajun) done locally just for us. 
  • Shrimp, Lobster, Mushroom or Butternut Squash Bisque - an elegant first course, our tasty bisques are made in Burhop's kitchen every week. We fill the freezer and they fly out the door, one of our most popular soup items. Treat your dinner guests to a hot cup of bisque!   
We have lots more - ask us for ideas!  
Check out our "How To" videos by  CLICKING HERE:  - learn how to warm up, serve and eat crab legs, how to thaw and cook lobster tails and more. (Our lobster tail cooking video has over half a million views -- from all over the world!) 

To be sure to get what you need, call ahead:
HINSDALE 630-887-4700

Perfect For New Years!  BOOK NOW - WE WILL HAVE LIMITED CAPACITY TO DO THESE FOR MORE THAN A FEW CUSTOMERS.
In late August we had the pleasure of providing a lobster boil to three appreciative Hinsdale couples - we supplied all the food, cooked and ready to eat, they supplied the flowers, plates  and beverages. 
     According to the hostess:
"It was perfect! Everything was cooked perfectly the portions were perfect! So easy and so fun! Garlic butter was delicious and the bread for dipping, mussels and clams for extra seafood, slaw was good and lobsters were meaty."
    For New Years, we have 2 options: We cook the lobsters and sides and package them for you to pick up, or we package and deliver to your house for an additional charge. Because of holiday demand, we cannot offer a chef to prepare at your house. 
     Call and book your party today! 630-887-4700. (Minimum six people). This is a great way to welcome in the New Year with family and friends, and we do almost all the work! 
DEC. WEEKLY SPECIALS 
Something yummy on deal every day of the week! 
SUNDAYS & MONDAYS: Seniors 65+ 
Save 10% on Total Purchase
Seniors save a bundle on your total purchase - but please, tell us if  
you qualify, we don't like to ask people in case you're under age! At least getting older has one upside, senior discount days. You can get your whole, delicious, healthy meal in one stop. Ask us about our prepared entrees, our fresh toppings, salads and side dishes. 
    Want some inspiration? Check out our many great recipes  here
. Just click on the recipe link or our cooking videos. Ideas abound! 
SUNDAY & MONDAY SPECIALS: 
WILD FRESH ICELANDIC COD
$2 OFF/lb.*
Reg. $14.95/lb. SALE $12.95/lb.
Wild, mild and tasty - a great choice for family dining as the kids will like it, too. 
ALL SALADS 10% OFF
Choose from Seafood Harvest, Broccoli, Nutty Tuna, Cranberry Tuna, Creamy Coleslaw and more - selection varies, all salads may not be available. Be sure to call ahead if there's something you need on a particular Monday. 

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS: 
FRESH NEW ZEALAND ORA KING SALMON
Was $30.95/lb. SALE $28.95/lb.
A delicious choice when there isn;t any fresh wild salmon in the market - a flavorful salmon with lots of omega 3s. Great in any of our 


FRESH SALMON COZIES 
Reg. $9.95/each 
SALE $8.95/each*
Freshly made with a portion of fresh Atlantic salmon topped with fresh baby spinach and dill, then wrapped in puff pastry. Just bake and serve with our tasty Lemon Dill Sauce (comes with). Treat your friends, or treat yourself! 
PAPILOTES UNCOOKED FRESH SALMON PAPILLOTES
Reg. $8.95/each 
SALE $7.95/each*
Another easy meal for Mom to make! One of our fresh oven-ready entrees, these tasty parcels were invented by the French - fresh salmon with fresh vegetables, herbs and seasoning, all wrapped in parchment paper, to keep the flavors in. Let everyone open their own, to get the full effect of the wonderful aromas. Choose from Provencal, Mediterranean or Au Jardin (garden vegetables). Great with our Garlic Mashed Potatoes or some of Jaime's Rice Pilaf. Please call ahead if you need several - great for entertaining! 630-887-4700.
Salmon Burgers FRESH SALMON BURGERS 
Reg. $3.95/each 
SALE $3.00/each*
Freshly made with our fresh Atlantic salmon - great for lunch or dinner, just saute for about 3 minutes per side over medium high heat. Comes with our Stone Ground Mustard Sauce. 
WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS:
WILD CAUGHT ALASKAN LEMON SOLE
Was $14.95/lb. SALE $12.95/lb.
Fresh, mild lemon sole, caught in Alaskan waters before the freezing weather arrives there (it's already arrived here) - saute in a little olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side and top with sauteed almonds, fresh herbs, or some of our Lemon Dill Sauce. So delicious, and ready to eat in under 10 minutes! Check out our favorite  Sole Recipes HERE .

BURHOP'S FROZEN SOUPS
$1 OFF/each
Choose from up to  2 dozen of our homemade soups - selection varies, but we generally have:
Entree Soups & Chowders
Burhop's Award-winning Seafood Chili
New Orleans Shrimp Gumbo
soup tureen chili
New England Clam Chowder
Manhattan Clam Chowder
Salmon Chowder
Scallop & Bacon Chowder
Shrimp & Corn Chowder
Bisque
Butternut Squash
Lobster
Mushroom
Shrimp
Red Rock Seafood Bisque
Other Soups
Black Bean
Maryland She-crab
Sopa des Pescados
Old Fashioned Split Pea
Tortilla
Tuscan Bean
Lobster Roll Savings
SALE: $15 EACH  Reg. $18/each*
lobster roll pic
The price of lobster meat has gone up so much over the last year, we've had to raise our Lobster Roll pricing - but you can still get a good deal if you come in for lunch on Tuesday or Friday! Only $15 each for a freshly made roll, a savings of almost $3 per person. Add a cup of our hot soup of the day and you've got a fantastic lunch. Want your Lobster Roll ready when you get here? Call ahead - 630-887-4700. Tell us when you're coming in and we'll have them made up. 

FRESH STUFFED SALMON FILLETS
Reg. $8.95-$9.95/each
SALE $7.95-$8.95/each*     stuffed salmon fillet
Just pop these into the oven for 20 minutes, make a salad or green vegetable while they're cooking, and you have a delicious, nutritious meal on the table with minimal effort.  
Choose from:
Portobello Mushroom
Spinach Florentine
Crab ($1 more each) 
Comes with our tasty Lemon Dill Sauce. 
(Selection varies - place an order to be sure to get the stuffing you want) .
SATURDAYS:
BRANZINO/MEDITERRANEAN SEA BASS
Reg. $22.95/lb. SALE $19.95/lb.
Known in France and the British Isles as Loup de Mer or European sea bass, branzino is the Italian name for the same fish, caught in the Mediterranean and the waters off the English coast. Branzino is also one of the most successfully farmed fish in Europe. If you've never tried it, we couldn't recommend it more - mild and nutty-flavored, it lends itself to simple preparations, such as a quick saute in olive oil and topped with herb butter or some of our Lemon Dill Sauce. Also great baked with a sprinkling of dried herbs - ask us for suggestions. 
FROZEN ENTREES
10% OFF*
Keep a supply of these in your freezer for quick delicious mid-week meals the whole family will love. Selection varies, but we generally have 15-20 different varieties to choose from. 


EZ PEEL SHRIMP
Laceys shrimp photo
Was $12.95/lb.  SALE $10.95/lb.*
Our favorite shell-on shrimp that have been de-veined  and the shells split. So easy to peel, just pull the legs and voila, you're ready to cook. Or leave the shells on for extra flavor and let everyone peel their own. These are great for kebabs on the grill, brushed with herb butter or one of our many grilling sauces or pesto. One of my favorites is Garlic Basil Shrimp on the grill - for that and other Shrimp Recipes, Click Here.
SATURDAY LUNCH-TIME SPECIAL:
HOT SOUP $1 OFF
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Our delicious, homemade soups, hot and ready to eat, every day during cold weather. Different sizes available, savings is per pound. Have some for lunch, take some home for dinner - easy to re-heat. 





*  
While supplies last. Some listed wild seafood items may become unavailable due to scarcity in the market. 
Offers good on the appointed day through the end of the calendar month.

Sale prices may not be combined with other offers, coupons or discounts. Please don't ask staff to double your discount.  


PERFECT 4 BUSY SCHEDULES!
PICK IT UP ON YOUR WAY HOME...
BURHOP'S GOURMET TO GO
AVAILABLE 7 DAYS/WEEK!
Because so many of our customers have asked if they could get their seafood entrees already cooked, we've decided to offer many of your favorites ready to eat. Pre-orders are required, so we can have it hot and ready for you when you get here to pick it up. What could be better! Below is the menu, which will most likely change with season and customer demand. Tell us what you want! When the season starts, we may do soft shell sandwiches - yummy! 
Burhop's Gourmet To Go Menu
Get your lunch or dinner ready to eat - let us do the cooking! Call ahead 
at least 30 minutes  with your credit card, and we'll have your meal ready. 
Orders:   630-887-4700. 
Store Hours: Mon. 10:30-6:30; Tues.-Fri. 9:30-6:30; Sat. 9:30-5:30; Sun. 10-4.

HOT ENTREES  Priced by the serving
Salmon Cozies  - fresh Atlantic salmon fillet wrapped in puff pastry 
with fresh spinach, dill & Lemon Dill Sauce....................................$10.95/each
Stuffed Salmon Fillets  - fresh salmon fillet wrapped around our tasty 
homemade stuffing.
Spinach ..........................................................................................$ 9.95/each
Portobello Mushroom......................................................................$ 9.95/each
Blue Crab........................................................................................$10.95/each
Salmon Papillote  of the day - selection varies. Fresh salmon and fresh herbs and seasonal vegetables wrapped in parchment paper. 
Au Jardin (garden vegetables & herbs)...........................................$ 9.95/each
Mediterranean (herbs, tomato, olives).............................................$ 9.95/each
Provencal (fennel, garlic, red onion, herbs).....................................$ 9.95/each
Parmesan Crusted Tilapia  ............................................................$ 6.95/each
Lemon Pepper Salmon  .................................................................$ 8.95/each
Kentucky-style Tilapia  ..................................................................$ 6.95/each
Fresh Sauteed Crab Cakes  & Stone Ground Mustard Sauce........$ 4.95/each
HOT SANDWICHES & HOT SOUP OF THE DAY
Topping choices for sandwiches: lettuce, tomato, stone ground mustard sauce, lemon dill aioli or mayonnaise or BBQ sauce for burgers. Sandwiches come with a side of coleslaw.
Salmon Burger  on a pretzel bun.....................................................$ 6.95/each
Crab Cake Sandwich  on a pretzel bun...........................................$ 6.95/each
Tilapia Quesadilla  large enough to share.......................................$ 8.95/each
Daily Special - call for choices and pricing.
Hot soup selection varies, but includes NE Clam Chowder, Lobster Bisque and Shrimp & Corn Chowder, seafood Chili. Prices are according to soup variety - ask us what's hot. (Hot soup only available during cold weather.)
COLD SANDWICHES
All of our cold sandwiches are made on a toasted, authentic New England-style bun.Comes with a small serving of our creamy coleslaw. 
Lobster Roll. ...................................................................................$17.95/each
Tuna Roll  (Nutty with pecans or Cranberry) ...................................$ 6.95/each
Seafood Harvest Roll  ....................................................................$ 6.95/each
SIDE DISHES - MAKE IT A MEAL
$2 for each 4 oz serving of available side dishes. Selection includes rice pilaf, herb roasted or garlic mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, garlic green beans, broccoli salad and more. Ask for our daily selections when you order. 
DESSERT
Key Lime Tarts.........$2.49/each or Door County Cherry Tarts.........$ 2.95/each
 
Party On!  Ask us about  catering your SPECIAL CELEBRATION! 
Jaime grilling some split lobster tails
Pick up some suggested party menu ideas the next time you're in the store - enjoy your guests, let us do the work!
     In late June we catered a fun event for a family in Wilmette - a combined 40th and 5th birthday party, father and son. Another father and son duo, Burhop's Chef Jaime and his son Jonny, cooked up kebabs, lobster tails, sweet corn and more for a happy crowd of many ages. According to the hostess: 
" An AMAZING feast thanks to you, John and Jamie.  The food was amazing and the chefs could not have been nicer.  Everyone was raving and we certainly let them know who to call! 
Thank you again, you have very satisfied customers." 
Sarah T., Wilmette. kumamotos
      Recently we did an oyster bar for a party in Hinsdale, and a lobster tail birthday party in Kenilworth. 
     If you have something to celebrate, do it with great seafood! We will custom design a menu, just for you. To find out more, email us at nbburfish@gmail.com, or call us at 630-887-4700. 
LOCAL DELIVERY IN THE HINSDALE AREA 
THROUGH DOORDASH - HOME OR OFFICE
Get many of your favorite Burhop's prepared items delivered to your home or office through DoorDash! Burhop's Lobster Rolls and other sandwich rolls, hot soups, party trays and more! Delivery area is a 6-mile radius from Grant Square, so save yourself the drive! If you order through our emails or our web site, we get to keep more of the money, so we encourage you to 
Having a large party and want items not on the DoorDash menu? We will happily deliver orders for $250 or more in the Hinsdale area any day we're open free of charge.