The Maine Avenue Fish Market is one of the oldest continuing fish markets in the U.S. and something of a D.C. institution. But a recent bill approved by Congress might change the fish market’s character by allowing vendors to sell something other than fish.

The Partnership for Civil Justice Fund, a civil-rights watchdog group, released yesterday a set of emails from District officials that it claims as proof that Mayor Vince Gray’s administration is “[inflating] the cost of the Occupy movement.”

The past few years I have been more adventurous when it comes the fruits of the sea. I love scallops, oysters and mussels. So when I drove by the Maine Avenue Fish Market on my way to the DMV back in November my curiosity was piqued and yesterday, I made my first visit to the over 200 year old open air seafood extravaganza under Interstate 395.

Although we’re just reaching the peak of spring, D.C.’s local markets are packed with the fruits (and vegetables) of early summer abundance. We’re lucky to live in a city that boasts an amazing number of markets specializing in local and fresh foods. From the Maine Avenue fish market to Eastern Market to the many farmers markets across the area, it’s easy to find fresh, local offerings that include fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, and seafood. Many…