As we take our seats, the unsuspecting guest of honor is already center stage. Fresh off a long flight that morning from Japan, she’s brownish red, glistening, and slightly squirming 10 gangly limbs.

If you ever needed a reminder of how much good there is in the world — and these days, who doesn't? — just cook a Dungeness crab. It is so easy to prepare; the meat is so sweet and tender; it is so ...

ASTORIA, Ore. — Dungeness crabs are back on the dock in Astoria, and fishermen are back in business following a near two-month delay. The traditional December opening was postponed because meat ...