From New Zealand, known as green-lipped mussels owing to the emerald tinge along the shell edge. These mussels come attached to one of the two sides of their shell, which makes a convenient carrier for all sorts of toppings - recommend breadcrumbs soaked in wine, with a touch of pepper. The green-lipped mussel is generally much larger than the European mussels you are probably familiar with. These mussels are cooked and ready to be topped which makes them really 'user-friendly'.  There are about 30 halved mussels in each box. These are freshly frozen mussels from New Zealand These mussels are cooked and presented in half of their shell These mussels are individually frozen so you don't have to use them all at once Customer review - "The mussels come frozen in their shells but defrost quickly.  Our favourite way to serve is as you do in New Zealand... with a topping such as Thai curry spices and coriander or 'bloody mary' tomato salsa and then under the grill for five minutes. The Fish Society service was wonderful.  I needed the mussels for a special party but mixed up my dates. I realised my mistake with just 24 hours to spare and the Society rushed my order overnight. Phew!  "