The Skinny on Shrimp and a Local Tampa Gem
Shrimp is one of the highest consumed seafood in America, exceeding only that of tuna. According to Consumer Reports, the US consumes almost 18 million servings of shrimp each day. …
Month: September 2019
A Meal Fit for a Queen and a Fishmonger
Seared Sea Scallops served with caramelized brussel sprouts, bacon and shallots (Image provided by The Queens Head) Simply ask Siri where to find a high-quality, reasonably-priced, local restaurant and your …
Trash Talk: Price vs. Quality vs. Sustainability
Trash Talk: Price vs. Quality vs. Sustainability I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase “you get what you pay for”. But expensive doesn’t necessarily equate to better. Expensive may simply mean …
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A Fish Tale – The Truth About Tilapia
Coffin for a fish, containing mummy, Image Source: Twitter @SadDoughnuts What is tilapia? Technically, it is a common name for a dozen or so species of fish in the cichlid …
Seafood Bait ‘n Switch: Do You Know What You’re Eating?
Whenever I order seafood out at a restaurant, my wife Rachel will hold her breath while I study the plate and validate the order. If it smells fishy, I’ll send …
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Selecting Seafood: What You Need to Know
Fish lovers search for the perfect catch at a seafood market. Most of us know how to select fresh fruits and vegetables at the supermarket. Look for bruises or wilting, …
From Pinnacle Point to the Panhandle: The Culinary Evolution of the Oyster
Love them or you may be repulsed by them, either way, there is probably much you don’t know about the beloved bivalve mollusk called an oyster. So, here’s a brief …
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