All you need to know about purchasing, preparing and cooking abalone. This gourmet shellfish has been cherished for centuries by many cultures of the Pacific Rim for its delicate flavor and beautiful mother-of-pearl. The California Red Abalone featured is environmentally friendly and sustainably raised at The Abalone Farm on the California Central Coast. After touring the Abalone Farm, you’ll travel to The Black Cat Bistro in Cambria where Brad Buckley, Manager at the Abalone Farm, and Deborah Scarborough, owner of the Black Cat, will walk you through detailed preparation of sumptuous abalone recipes anyone can prepare.