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Seared Ahi with Lemon Daikon Slaw

Fish and Seafoodahi tuna, microgreens, Papa O's, seafood, tuna

Elegant, fresh, and full of bright coastal flavor, this dish from Chef Owen Snyder pairs perfectly seared ahi tuna with a zesty slaw of lemon-infused daikon and red onion. The combination of tender sashimi-grade fish, creamy avocado, and crisp micro greens creates a harmony of textures, while a drizzle of lemon olive oil and a...

Blackberry Vinegar Mignonette

Miscellaneous, RelishesMignonette, oysters, seafood

Bright and aromatic, this blackberry-thyme mignonette is a lively twist on the classic oyster accompaniment. The natural sweetness of blackberry vinegar softens the briny punch of oysters like Kumamotos or Malpeques, while fresh thyme and shallots add depth and balance. It’s equally delicious drizzled over gravlax or used as the base for a vinaigrette—just whisk...

Chef’s Guide for Selecting and Cooking Fish

Cooking Basics, Fish and Seafoodfish, fish cooking guide, how to cook fish, Monterey bay fish, Salmon, seafood

With summer around the corner and seafood in abundance at the farmers market, now is the perfect time to brush up on how to choose and cook fish. This season you’ll find both fresh and frozen options from H & H Fresh Fish Company (Aptos Farmers Market), La Marea by the Sea (Monterey Farmers Market),...

A seafood cioppino with a mix of fish, shrimp, clams, and mussels in a tomato-based broth

San Francisco Style Cioppino

Fish and Seafood, Main Courses, Soups, Chili and Stews, Stews and CurriesAuthentic cioppino, Cioppino, seafood

This authentic Cioppino recipe brings the flavors of a classic Italian-American seafood stew straight from San Francisco’s waterfront to your kitchen. Brimming with clams, shrimp, mussels, crab, and tender white fish, all simmered in a rich tomato-herb broth, this dish is both comforting and impressive—perfect for pairing with crusty sourdough bread and a crisp glass...

Crispy Fried Calamari with Garlic Aioli

Appetizers Hot, Fish and Seafoodcalamari, fried calamari, garlic aioli, seafood

Crisp, golden, and irresistibly tender, this Crispy Fried Calamari with Garlic Aioli captures the essence of a summer afternoon by the sea. In the Monterey Bay, squid season peaks in midsummer, when local markets overflow with fresh catch ready for the pan. Lightly coated in seasoned flour and fried to perfection, each bite is delicately...

Oyster Beignets (Beignets d’Huitres)

Appetizers Hotappetizer, horseradish sauce, New Orleans, oyster beignets, oysters, seafood

This is a fabulous holiday appetizer from New Orleans. Be sure to make the horseradish dipping sauce ahead of time to allow the flavors to meld. INGREDIENTS: Oil for deep frying 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1 cup milk 1/4 cup butter, cut into pieces 4 eggs 1 dozen large or 1 1/2...