Seasoning preference when eating Maryland blue crab?

EXTRAOLDBAY

Think of the bold yellow can that’s a must-have for Chesapeake’s famous crustacean feasts.

This clue plays on the famous Maryland tradition of eating blue crab heavily seasoned with Old Bay, a spice blend so beloved that locals often joke about using it by the handful. "Extra" hints at going beyond the usual amount, while "Old Bay" is the iconic seasoning itself—so the answer combines them into one exaggerated phrase. It’s a nod to how seriously crab lovers take their seasoning in the Chesapeake Bay region.