Fish and seafood have a complex place within Hindu dietary customs. On one hand, Hindu texts and traditions uphold ahimsa, or non-violence against all living beings. On the other hand, some Hindu groups permit and even encourage the eating of fish and seafood. This article will delve into the reasons behind these conflicting perspectives on … Read more
As an avid home cook and seafood lover, I’m always on the lookout for new and tasty ways to prepare fish. Porgy has become one of my favorites over the past few years. It’s a mild, flaky white fish that takes beautifully to a variety of cooking methods. But in my opinion, oven-baking is hands … Read more
Once again, the word “bread” has come back into my mind, even though tashlich 2018 has passed. Yes, bread. One very prevalent practice in many cultures is the feeding of bread to birds and fish. It is unclear why or how this practice has developed, but it is still very common today. I’ve thought this … Read more
Vietnamese fish sauce is the secret behind the delicious taste and typical flavor of many Vietnamese dishes. Fresh spring rolls can’t be complete without a bowl of fish sauce. Pho has its reputation all over the world partly thanks to the great contribution of this sauce. Contrasting with its amazing taste, fish sauce smell caused … Read more
Trout are opportunistic feeders, but their diet is always entirely carnivorous. They never consume plant matter at any stage of life. As you might guess, minnows live in rivers, streams, ponds, and lakes all over the world, and trout love to hunt them. In fact, minnows are one of the primary foods for most trout … Read more
Many French people live and work on or near the water, and fishing is a big part of their culture. Hauts-de-France has almost 200 km of coastline, from Bray Dunes on the border with Belgium to Mers-les-Bains on the border with Normandy. This coastline is full of old fishing villages and is home to Boulogne-sur-Mer, … Read more
As an avid angler, I’ve always been fascinated by the science behind how fish experience taste. When a trout rises to my fly or a bass inhales my plastic worm, what exactly are they tasting? Do fish experience flavors the same way we do? What role do taste buds play in a fish’s sensory experience? … Read more
Frying fish to golden, crispy perfection is one of life’s great culinary joys. But a common question among home cooks is whether to coat the fish in egg before frying. Some recipes call for an egg dip, while others rely solely on flour or breadcrumbs. So what’s the best practice for getting the perfect fried … Read more
Cats have long been thought to be completely obsessed with fish and ready to do anything to get their hands on some fishy treats. Cue visuals of cats hungrily eyeballing the family goldfish as it swims about in its bowl. There are alley cat references to cats bothering fish shop owners and often stealing a … Read more
With their long, skinny bodies and sharp teeth, ribbon fish look more like alien creatures than dinner But are these strange-looking fish actually good eating? Ribbon fish also called cutlassfish are long, eel-like fish found in tropical and temperate oceans worldwide. Their narrow bodies reach up to 6 feet long, with a tall dorsal fin … Read more