After weeks of delay, due to the presence of migrating whales off the Central California coast, Monterey Bay’s Dungeness crab season is set to open Thursday, Dec. 16.

As with any local favorite steeped in regional culinary tradition, people have a lot to say on how they like their Dungeness crab. Here a few of the most classic ways to enjoy Dungeness crab. But we want to hear your stories and recipes! We’ll share your posts across our social media platforms.

This Monterey County Weekly story is a few years old, but it describes a Dungeness crab fisherman's routine in vivid detail. Here's an excerpt, but check out the full story by following the link to the Monterey County Weekly.