By Surf and Turf?

Surf and turf or surf 'n' turf is a main course combining seafood and red meat. A typical seafood component would be lobster, prawns, shrimp, squid or scallops, any of which could be steamed, grilled or breaded and fried. The meat is typically beef steak, although others may be used.

What does the expression surf and turf means?

English Language Learners Definition of surf and turf

: seafood and steak served together as a meal at a restaurant.

Why do they call it surf and turf?

The dish was first served there in 1962 during the World's Fair. Those who believe surf and turf hails from the East Coast often refer to an advertisement that ran in The Lowell Sun, a Lowell, Massachusetts, newspaper, in January 1966. ... It was the first time steak and seafood were advertised together as surf and turf.

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