PRODUCT: Have Some Pangasius

Americans ate 15.8 pounds of seafood per capita in 2009, down slightly from 16 pounds in 2008, according to The National Fisheries Institute. Based on tonnage sold to consumers, foodservice and food manufacturers, 10 seafood varieties made up more than 88% of seafood consumption. And you’ve never even heard of #10! You won’t be surprised…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Red Caviar Bagel

[1] A special-occasion bagel with smoked salmon and caviar (photos © California Caviar Company). [2] A great breakfast with a great view.   For a special-occasion bagel, serve the bagel with affordable salmon caviar: It’s a no-brainer to put smoked salmon on a bagel. But how about salmon caviar? Try salmon caviar instead (or in…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Watermelon Cocktail

Call the gang: Have a watermelon cocktail party. Photo courtesy Sundia. Watermelon isn’t just for eating: You can drink it, too. We have seven recipes for luscious watermelon cocktails. Open your calendar, pick a date and have a watermelon cocktail party to celebrate the end of summer. Take a look at the watermelon cocktail recipes.…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Slowly Defrost The Meat & Seafood

Cool before refrigerating. Photo by Edward O’Neil | IST. Why does cooked meat have to cool down before it is refrigerated? Why should meat be defrosted in the fridge instead of on the countertop? For the same reason: to avoid bacterial growth. Extreme temperature changes abet bacterial growth in meat, poultry and seafood. That’s also…
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