Scallop shells can be reused to pave sidewalks or as fertiliser

Scallop shells can be reused and upcycled in somewhat surprising ways. Photo: AFP

As scallop season gets underway in France’s Brittany region, let’s have a look at some innovative ways to upcycle the shells of this marine mollusk in our garden or as a construction material, thanks to its composition featuring high rates of calcium carbonate.

After having prepared a delicious carpaccio or having seared the scallops and their coral in butter and garlic, don’t throw the shells in the garbage as they can be reused and upcycled in various and somewhat unexpected ways.