Secreting a fast-curing cement, these crustaceans latch themselves on to any hard surface - rocks, boats, whales and walls – and hold on for life. But don’t let these sticky sea creatures fool you.

Rappahannock Oyster Bar chef Kevin Kelly had never prepared barnacles before, but when his new New York–based seafood purveyor Pierless Fish had some available, he decided to give them a try. “They’re ...

What It Is: Known as percebes, or gooseneck barnacles, these crustaceans look like little mutant fingers. While they may be hard to harvest, the cooking preparation is fairly simple. Chef Josu ...