Fish
How to Have a Poke Party
Get on the latest trend from the Hawaiian islands and host a Poke Party (pronounced Poh-kay). Much like a taco bar, you supply a variety of ingredients and your guests create their own brand of poke. It all starts with good quality fish, shellfish and other saltwater creatures like octopus. The fresher, the better. The…
Read MorePoached Salmon with Champagne Cream Sauce
Don’t take my word for it; ask a bunch of women if they think that having a man prepare a wonderful meal for the two of them is romantic. It could even be a mediocre, if not bad, meal but the effort was there and that means something. Women like stuff that means something. For…
Read MoreBoston-Style Beer-Battered Fish and Chips
I “borrowed” this one from a fry cook in Boston. Works well with pretty much any fish, but my favorites include crappie, bluegill, rockfish and other smallish fish. Serve with tartar sauce or your favorite fish dipping sauce.
Read MoreSalmon Pasta Salad with Avocado, Tomato and Tarragon Vinaigrette
This is an easy-to-follow cold pasta salad that is perfect for a summer bbq or gathering. Smoke or grill your salmon before for a different taste. Add or subtract fresh veggies to suit your taste. You could also just serve on fresh lettuce greens and skip the pasta if you are looking for something gluten-free.…
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