Heads-UP! #63: From One Sea Creature To Another

Welcome to our latest edition of Heads-UP! Quite unintentionally, we’ve ended up with a rather fishy installment…

Sardines were once considered finer than lobster. Oscar Wilde’s son even opened a sardine tasting club in 1930s London. The finest specimens ended up in European pantries next to foie gras and caviar. – Ayesha

Octopuses are generally asocial. But on ecstasy, they reach out to hug each other with several of their arms – Cécile

In 2016, 76% of China’s personal luxury goods sales were wine. Apparel and footwear came in second with just 7%. – Bill

There is an estimated loss of $230 million to romance schemes, like sending money to your catfish. – Lynn