7 Things To Avoid When Filleting Fish
Proper fish processing techniques are essential for anglers and seafood chefs. Novices typically get caught up on the “do’s” when filleting fish for the first time. However, equally important are …
Where to Find the Best “Old Florida” Seafood Shacks
Old Florida seafood restaurants and markets are sometimes hard to find, but are still alive amidst the seemingly endless supply of flashy tourist destinations. The trick is knowing where to …
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Lionfish – The Other White Meat
Because of their striking appearance, elegant beauty, and hardy nature, Lionfish are popular among aquarium enthusiasts. Lionfish adapt very well to life in captivity, and thrive in warm, tropical waters. …
Demystifying Seafood Safety: How to Store, Prepare and Cook
Seafood is one of those categories of foods that people love to eat while dining out (like Indian and Chinese food), but often don’t cook themselves. Perhaps this phenomenon is due …
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Fish Food for Thought: Why is a Grunt Fish Called a Grunt Fish?
There are well over 20,000 species of fish, each with unique scientific names. Truthfully, all fish may go by multiple names between the time it’s caught to the time it ends up …
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Find Out Which Countries Are Serving Seafood This Holiday Season – Holiday Menu Included
Happy Holidays! Or should I say, “Happy Eat-Until-You-Can’t-Button-Your-Pants-Anymore Season.” As we embark on the pinnacle of another holiday season, and the Thanksgiving and Christmas meal planning commences, the thought of …
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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. …
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 …