News — Seafood

Nutritionally rich and dubbed a 'superfood,' oily fish like salmon make an excellent addition to a balanced diet. In this blog, we will discuss five reasons why you should consume more salmon. 1. It can promote heart health. Salmon and other oily fish such as herring, mackerel, trout and tuna are high in omega-3 fatty acids (a kind of "polyunsaturated" fat.) Your body cannot make omega 3s on its own — therefore, you must regularly consume foods high in omega 3s. The most beneficial omega-3 fatty acids, long-chain fatty acids, are found naturally in salmon in the form of eicosapentaenoic...

There are dozens of ways to cook and enjoy seafood. In this blog, we have put together five of our favourite ways that ensure delicious results! 1. Grill We love grilling fish because you can prepare it in any way you like! Your goal is to get a nicely charred exterior that preserves the fish's succulent texture inside. Fatty fish, such as salmon and halibut, can be grilled right on the grate, whereas delicate fish require grilling over the foil. We recommend putting a sheet of foil across the grate to prevent it from sticking and removing any extra moisture...

Seafood is a healthy and straightforward way to supplement your diet with essential vitamins and minerals, and they provide an excellent high-protein substitute for red meat and chicken. The National Health Service (NHS) recommends that adults consume at least two portions of fish once a week — one of which should be oily fish. Oily fish, such as salmon and mackerel, are high in essential omega-3 fatty acids vital for brain and mental health. While there is rising concern about seafood sustainability, there are still some healthy alternatives to buying wild seafood. Check out the top nutritious seafood options to...

Fish and chips are a classic teatime treat, a family favourite here in the U.K. In this blog, we will explore some facts about the nation's favourite paper parcels of joy that you might not have known about. They have an interesting backstory. Lancashire and London are both fighting to claim the origins of fish and chips. On the one hand, the first official fish and chip shop is believed to have opened in Mossley, Greater Manchester, in 1863. However, 24 years before that, Charles Dickens mentions a fried fish warehouse in the classic novel Oliver Twist. By 1896, you...

Seafood is well-known for its many health benefits — in fact, the National Health Service (NHS) recommends eating two portions of seafood every week. You cannot go wrong pairing parmesan-crusted baked fish fillets or a creamy shellfish platter with a glass of wine, but you should not take a “one bottle fits all” approach. Before you order seafood online in the U.K., check out our guide to wine and seafood pairings for a nudge in the right direction. Some Pairing Rules to Keep in Mind White wines are often preferred with seafood, though lighter reds and sparkling wines can also...