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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 bowl of whelks.

The Whelk quest ends – in the most unlikeliest of places

Jan 12, 20244 min read

Last updated: 1 July, 2024 @ 16:16 As you no doubt remember, a couple of years ago I embarked on a quest to discover…

In season spotlight

Discover what fish are currently in season in the UK
Spider crab

May in season spotlight: Spider crab

fishfaceMay 2, 20243 min read

Last updated: 1 July, 2024 @ 16:16 With its spiky, armoured shell and spindly,…

Latest recipes

Golden Fried Sprats with Simple Persillade

fishfaceNov 5, 20211 min read
Golden Sprats Recipe

You know, most of the Sprats landed at our ports is shipped off to zoos. Those penguins and seals, and the like, are sensible creatures.…

Moules marinière

fishfaceNov 2, 20211 min read
Moules marinière

It’s a cold day. It’s been raining for hours and it’s all rather depressing. Do not fear, this magical moules marinière recipe will save the…

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!