Seafood Champion Spotlight Chef Andrew Gruel Chef Andrew Gruel bootstrapped his casual, all-sustainable seafood eatery Slapfish, quickly growing it from a food truck to six locations in Southern California with more to come soon. His goal: to get as many people as possible eating the right types of seafood. We sat down with Gruel to find… Continue reading Andrew Gruel on Fish: Be Adventurous
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So You Want to Be a Fish Farmer?
So You Want to Be a Fish Farmer? As aquaculture becomes an increasingly important part of the food system, the idea of raising fish on land using recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS) has come to hold considerable interest for many people. Some people possess an admirable desire to contribute to society by raising food in a… Continue reading So You Want to Be a Fish Farmer?
Chef Todd Mitgang on Sustainable Seafood
New York-native Todd Mitgang is a pro when it comes to developing contemporary seafood-centric cuisine He’s had his hand in launching numerous New York restaurants including Kittichai, Crave Ceviche Bar, and South Edison in Montauk, New York. Today, Chef Mitgang is the executive chef and co-owner of Crave Fishbar, where he dreams up memorable, sustainably-sourced… Continue reading Chef Todd Mitgang on Sustainable Seafood
How to Properly Thaw Frozen Fish
Having frozen fish on hand is an excellent way to enjoy delicious, healthful lean protein whenever you want. Here’s what you need to know to properly thaw frozen fish. Key Takeaways Start with the fish solidly frozen. Don’t pre-thaw in the fridge. Don’t remove the vacuum-packaging before thawing. Thawing fish “naked” under water makes it… Continue reading How to Properly Thaw Frozen Fish
Three Steps to Conquer Your Fear of Cooking Fish
A Quick Guide to Conquer Your Fear of Cooking Fish So, you know that fish is good for you, and you’re ready to eat more of it at home. But, you’re not sure where to start and you’re afraid you’ll mess it up—you hear it can be tricky to cook. Sound familiar? Well, you’re not… Continue reading Three Steps to Conquer Your Fear of Cooking Fish
Four Reasons to Reconsider Frozen Fish
We’ll be the first to admit that fish that’s been frozen isn’t usually someone’s first choice. Ever thought about if you should reconsider frozen fish? The next time you’re at the fish counter, consider this: What you might imagine as “fresh” and what the food industry does may not be the same thing. The fish in… Continue reading Four Reasons to Reconsider Frozen Fish
Why Barramundi is the “It” Fish
Barramundi may not be as popular as salmon or tuna yet, but we think this “it” fish will be. Today, three billion people around the globe depend on seafood as their primary protein source. Some scientists predict that the rising population and poor management of our oceans won’t be able to support the growing demand by 2048.… Continue reading Why Barramundi is the “It” Fish