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Still mangrove water at dawn with roots reflected on the surface

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The crab journey: coming soon

Something is growing. Our crab cultivation project is underway, and it is not on the menu yet.

Our crab cultivation project is underway.

It is a slow undertaking, with calm water, patience and close attention, and it is not something we will rush to the table.

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Soon, the journey from cultivation to kitchen will become part of the Sal Marinho experience. Until then, it stays in the water.

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