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. …
Facts
Farm-Raised Shrimp May Lower Sperm Count
If you’re a shrimp lover, read below before purchasing your next bag of store-bought shrimp. If you’ll be needing your swimmers in the near future, then you might think twice …
Salmon Facts: Farm vs Wild
Fifty years ago, Norway revolutionized the salmon industry with the introduction of Salmon farming. Farmed Salmon are raised in contained spaces underwater and fed by humans. Wild Salmon are in …
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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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. …
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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How to Select and Buy Fresh Florida Seafood
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 …