THE ONE AND UNI - A delicacy around the world, sea urchin is being harvested in local waters.

From: The Boston Globe | Date: January 13, 2008| Author: CHRISTIE MATHESON | Copyright information

BOSTON UNCOMMON / JUST A TASTE

Bright-yellow sea urchin, a delicacy in cuisines around the world, is becoming more popular in the United States. And local restaurants are using uni, as sea urchin is also known, that's harvested just off the coast of Maine. Chefs say that the region's icy winter water temperatures mean prime conditions for uni that's smooth and creamy.

"Maine uni has a truly unique flavor, with hints of hard herbs and rose water," says Ben Hasty, executive chef at...