Walk into almost any UK fishmonger and you’ll notice something curious: monkfish tails glisten on ice — firm, sweet, and lobster-like — but whole monkfish, heads and all? Rarely.
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New report shines alarming light on ‘adventurous’ seafood claims.
What is Stargazy Pie?
If you’ve ever stumbled across a seafood dish with a name that makes you pause, Stargazy Pie is sure to catch your attention.
This quirky Cornish fish pie is as much about the story as it is about the flavour, with whole sardines – or pilchards – peeking through the pastry crust, ‘stargazing’ at the sky.
All hands on deck: Grimsby Town turn to historic trawler for signing reveal
Grimsby Town Football Club has embraced its fishing heritage by unveiling their latest signing with a trawler-themed video shot aboard the iconic Ross Tiger.
What is Jansson’s Temptation?
When it comes to quirky-sounding seafood dishes, Jansson’s Temptation definitely makes the list.
Don’t worry – it’s not as scandalous as it sounds! This traditional Swedish casserole combines potatoes, cream, onions, and Swedish ansjovis (sprats) into a rich, comforting bake that’s surprisingly subtle and creamy.
2025 UK oyster season: Colchester & Stranraer celebrations
September marks the long-awaited return of native oysters (Ostrea edulis), kicking off a season of briny indulgence that runs right through to April.
Why are mussels different colours?
If you’ve ever tucked into a steaming bowl of mussels, you might have noticed something curious – some mussels have creamy white flesh, while others are vibrant orange. So what’s going on?
Study reveals once widespread oyster reefs
A new study has found that European flat oysters once formed extensive reefs along much of Europe’s coastline.
How The Royal Navy is helping to restore native oysters
An unlikely collaboration between the Royal Navy and a native oyster restoration project is aiming to help restore oyster populations and improve water quality in the Solent, Hampshire.
Forgotten old map reveals mussel power
Affordable, plentiful – delicious, we all know mussels are great. However, thanks to a recently discovered historic map, it turns out that mussels are also good for the health of our oceans.