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Let’s Hear it for the Buoys!
This June, it’s all about the DIY heroes, the taxi drivers, the man-flu survivors, the Kings of bad jokes and masters of the barbecue!
Fit with Fish - Health Benefits of Seafood for Men
This June, we’re celebrating all the magnificent men in our lives… #LetsHearItForTheBuoys! We should all be enjoying at least two portions of seafood a week for optimum health, so let’s encourage all the fin-tastic fellas to becoming Seafoodie Heroes and reap the amazing health benefits of a diet rich in fish and shellfish.
Top 10 Tips for your Seafood Barbecue
A barbecue loaded with marinated fish and shellfish is a beautiful thing. There’s endless ways to grill seafood so we’ve spoken to our very own Chef Adam to find out his top tips for barbecuing. Read on, fire up the coals and get grilling. You can’t buy happiness BUT you can enjoy succulent, sensational barbecued seafood – and that’s kind of the same thing!
Is Crab good for you?
Crab is clawsome! Not only is it incredibly delicious, it has amazing health benefits too. We’re very proud to supply Cornish Crab - which we believe to be the best in the world – that is pot-caught around the clear blue waters off the coast of Cornwall. Let’s take a look at this super shellfish and why it’s a cracking addition to your diet!
A Guide to Lobster
One word for Cornish Lobster… wow! We are very proud to specialise in what is arguably the most prized seafood species on the planet. We ONLY supply native lobsters, the majority of which are landed in the clear Atlantic waters off the north and south coasts of Cornwall. If you’re wondering how to buy, prepare and enjoy the finest lobster available, you’re in the right place!
Everything you need to know about Monkfish
It looks like a nightmare, tastes like a dream. Its nickname is the sea-devil, it has a huge spiny head and fang-like teeth. Any guesses yet? Come out from behind the sofa and embrace the wonder which is… monkfish. Yes, it looks pretty horrifying, but its gorgeous meaty texture and subtle sweetness will make this tasty terror your new favourite thing. Trust us!
5 Lobster Tips and Tricks
Lobster – the shellfish superstar! It’s decadent, luxurious and worth every penny. We’ve compiled our top 5 tips and tricks to help you enjoy this incredible seafood in all its glory. So, sit back and impress your friends with our lobster hacks guaranteed to make it EVEN better.
5 Genius Barbecue Hacks
A British summer is a wonderful thing! When it’s warm and the sky’s blue, 80% of the population rush to gather outside with friends and family to feast alfresco. You never know how long the sun will stick around, so cram as much fun and flavour as possible into every hour with our genius barbecue hacks, guaranteed to blow your mind!
Healthy Lunchbox Ideas for Kids
With the season subtly shifting towards autumn and as we get back into the ‘swing’ after a glorious summer, now is the perfect time to revisit your kitchen routine, particularly now the kids are #BackToSchool! Seafood is full of health benefits and we would encourage you to try and squeeze at least two portions into your weekly meal plans.
Benefits of Fish and Shellfish for Children
Seafood in general is fantastic for your health at all stages of life, but can be particularly beneficial for the little ones as they’re growing. Following on from our last post about spectacular seafood packed lunches, this week we’re looking at the health benefits of fish and shellfish for children!
Seafood Recipes For Kids – How To Get Them Hooked On Seafood For Life!
Here at Fish for Thought, we think fish and seafood are fantastic food staples for the whole family. Not only nutritious and delicious, they have a huge range of health benefits that are particularly important for children as they grow and develop. With this in mind, here are our three favourite, easy recipes that’ll get your little ones enthusiastic about a winner fish dinner!
Ugly Fish, Tasty Dish
With Halloween fast approaching, we thought we’d serve you some monsters from the briny deep! We think that all the fish in the sea are beautiful – think of the stunning, striped markings on mackerel skin, the sparkle and glisten of a salmon’s scales - even the cute orange spots on a plaice. However – there are some fish that definitely wouldn’t ‘win’ any beauty contests, despite being healthy and delicious! Read on for some fearsome feast ideas.