Never too many crabs

Local crabs rule, of course. But McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant is showcasing a special menu from now until the end of April that tempts diners to "Discover America’s Crab!"

The à-la-carte choices include: California sushi roll with Dungeness crab, lobster ravioli with blue crab, crab cakes (Maryland style, pictured, $22.95)), 1 1/2-pound king-crab leg dinner, and a create-your-own crab surf and turf dinner (includes a 6-ounce filet mignon). Sounds like a great way to prepare our palates for our own steamed crabs, coming soon.