If you fish in Florida, you have surely felt the exhilaration of getting a bite on your line! But that exhilaration can quickly turn to despair when you realize it’s a big ‘ole sailcat (i.e, catfish). . .which only grows only deeper when you notice that the fish has gotten your gear, your line, and…
trash fish
Sustainable Seafood!
In honor of World Oceans Day (June 8), I thought I’d write about some lesser known fish that carry a big punch. Some call them ‘trash fish’ but I prefer to call them ‘under-loved’ — species like Amberjack, Jack Crevalle, Mullet, Porgy, Sheepshead and Spanish Mackerel are just a few that may not necessarily be…
Buttery Tilefish
Tilefish is a tasty fish found in Atlantic and Gulf waters. I was surprised to learn it was “discovered” in 1879 off Nantucket Island (my old ‘hood), making it especially wonderful in my book! It’s a bottom dweller that eats lots of shellfish, giving it a sweet flavor when cooked, similar to that of lobster or…