I loves me some seafood bisque, especially crab. And, of course, it comes from that land of many great soups, France (the name is also a bit of a spoiler for its origin story). Rumor has it the name originated from Biscay, as in Bay of Biscay but what is […]
Author: Mark Masker
Aw Shucks Oyster Shucker
I really think oysters can go shuck themselves. All of them. Get shucked, oysters. That way, we can eat you without the risk of losing our fingers to knives and those razor edges you call shells. Seeing as how that’s never going to happen, though, if you’re big into eating […]
Tuna Carpaccio with Wild Blueberry Wasabi Sauce
Thanks to the North America Blueberry Association for this tuna carpaccio recipe and photo. Ingredients 1 pound sushi-grade tuna steak 2 teaspoons oil Salt and pepper to taste 1 tablespoon honey 2-3 teaspoons wasabi 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar 1/4 teaspoon sugar 1 cup fresh or frozen Wild Blueberries handful of […]
MSC Guide to Sustainable Seafood Available: National Seafood Month
Just in time for National Seafood Month, the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) released the MSC Blue Fish Guide. It’s a digital guidebook available on the MSC-US website, aimed at people who want more seafood in their diets without costing the planet. The MSC Blue Fish Guide helps consumers navigate the […]
WWF Blueprint for Proofing Shrimp Supply Chains
The World Wildlife Fund says that shrimp is “the most valuable traded seafood by volume, representing $32 billion in annual trade.” With that kind of endorsement, it’s no wonder that farmed shrimp may be a great weapon in combating the growing worldwide demand for animal protein. How? By doing more […]
JB’s Fish Camp and Restaurant
JB’s Fish Camp is as much an experience as it is a restaurant. Not only does it serve food, it also offers kayaking, river tours, and they’ll cook your catch for you if you go fishing. It’s located on Highway A1A on the south side of New Smyrna Beach. You […]
Chile Lime Garlic Shrimp
Serve this chile lime shrimp with Baja Gazpacho for an unforgettable shrimp cocktail or just enjoy them straight off the grill. Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds (21-25) shrimp, peeled and de-veined, tails attached For the marinade: 1/2 cup lime juice (juice of four limes) 2 tablespoons minced Thai chilies 2 tablespoons […]
Ivar’s Acres of Clams and Pier 54 Fish Bar
I first met Ivar’s Acres of Clams and Pier 54 Fish Bar when I was a kid in college studying animation. You can tell how well the latter worked out (spoiler: I ain’t exactly working for Disney). My venture into the former, however, was much better. I’d stopped into Seattle […]
COVID Vaccine: Are Horseshoe Crabs Key to it?
Only COVID-19 could make catching crabs a good thing (medically, anyway; they’re always good for food). Over the last forty years it’s seen use in the research and production of many injectible medicines and vaccines, not to mention medical devices, both in the USA and internationally. That’s because horseshoe crab […]
Sichuan Asparagus
While not a seafood dish itself, this Sichuan asparagus recipe makes an excellent accompaniment to shrimp, fish, and other entrees of the ocean. Ingredients 12 spears asparagus, tough ends removed and cut into thirds 1 tablespoon olive or canola oil 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger 1 teaspoon […]