Welcome to Fish Face Seafood Blog

Fish Face Seafood Blog is a resource for all seafood enthusiasts regardless of skill or experience featuring species guides, book reviews, news, recipe ideas, sustainability advice and more.

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A fishing vessel sinking

Stark images: Fishermen and the perils of fishing

Mar 2, 20242 min read

Last updated: 1 July, 2024 @ 16:16 Next time you’re blissfully tucking into your favourite seafood dish remember these stark images of the crew…

In season spotlight

Discover what fish are currently in season in the UK
Clam vongole

June in season spotlight: clams

fishfaceMay 31, 20242 min read

Last updated: 1 July, 2024 @ 16:16 The new clam season is a wonderful…

Latest recipes

The best seafood paella recipe this side of Valencia

fishfaceJun 21, 20221 min read
Paella

We’re going to let you into a secret. When it comes to making the best seafood paella this side of Valencia we have an advantage…

Mouclade

fishfaceNov 13, 20211 min read
La Mouclade

As with all classics, it seems each recipe for Mouclade differs slightly. Jane Grigson and Keith Floyd thickened the sauce by making a roux. Rick…

Seafood Species Guides

We have some weird, wonderful and amazing species in our waters. There’s so much more available to us than traditional favourites such as cod and haddock. Why not try something different like John Dory or Sprats?

Or why not experiment with Squid, Cockles or Brown Crab? Most seafood is super easy and super quick to cook. Fish Face Seafood Blog can help you find a brand new favourite!

Tub Gurnard

Fish

Discover some of the fish species landed at our ports. Find out more about Fish!

Cuttlefish

Cephalopods

Squid, Octopus and Cuttlefish can all be found in UK waters. Discover more about Cephalopods!

Brown Crab

Crustaceans

Lobsters, Langoustine, Brown Crab and more! Discover more about Crustaceans!

Whelk

Shellfish

Cockles, Clams, Mussels, Whelks, Oysters and more. Find out more and Shellfish!

Seafood cookbook reviews

We love a good cookbook, or even a mediocre one to be honest. Read our reviews to find out what books belong in your kitchen cookbook collection!