The idea of “crab cakes” in other states hinges on blasphemy.
Boy Howdy. Have to say though that I had some fine ones at the now-defunct Austin Creek Grill in Hatteras. They had a for-real chef there, and while not exactly Maryland style, they were outstanding.
Had to go to Easton on Monday on estate business, and picked up a bushell, already steamed, my first this year and maybe my last since my business on the Eastern Shore is about done. We've been eating them like pigs and froze a bunch as well for later. Nothing better.