Dry brine vs wet brine fish: What’s the difference and which Is better?
Dry brine vs wet brine fish. So, what’s the difference? Learn how each method affects texture, moisture, and flavour, plus how to cook fish perfectly after brining.
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Cooking and technique
How to cook salmon: 10 expert tips for perfect results every time
Learn how to cook salmon perfectly with easy, expert-backed tips for baking, pan-searing, air-frying, and seasoning sustainable Atlantic salmon.
Species guides
10 Fun facts about haddock (that might surprise you)
10 fun facts about haddock covering biology, history, sustainability, and cooking. Some of these will genuinely surprise you.
Species guides
The ultimate guide to shrimp: Sourcing, sustainability & cooking tips
This ultimate guide to shrimp helps you buy and cook confidently. Learn quick size decoding, when to choose wild or farmed, and…
Cooking and technique
Pan-seared vs oven-baked fish: Which method Is better?
Pan-seared vs oven-baked fish is a common cooking question. This guide explains flavour, texture, and best uses so you can cook seafood…
Species guides
10 fun facts about salmon (you probably didn’t know)
Explore 10 fun facts about salmon, from colour changes and waterfall jumps to how most salmon on our plates are farmed. Learn…
Sustainability and sourcing
How fish is processed: From ocean to plate in sustainable Canadian seafood
See how fish moves from ocean to plate in Canada. Learn about bleeding, icing, filleting, vacuum packs, IQF, and a monitored cold…
Sustainability and sourcing
What “ocean to plate” really means in Atlantic Canada
You’ve likely seen the term “ocean to plate” on seafood menus or websites — but what does it really mean, especially here…
Sustainability and sourcing
Aquaculture Canada: Opportunities, challenges & the future of sustainable seafood
Discover how aquaculture Canada is shaping the future of sustainable seafood. Learn what aquaculture is, its growing role in Atlantic Canada, and…
Storage and freezing
How to store frozen fish (and other seafood) at home the right way
Buying frozen seafood is one of the best ways to enjoy ocean-fresh flavour all year. But to keep that quality, you must…
Dry brine vs wet brine fish: What’s the difference and which Is better?
Dry brine vs wet brine fish. So, what’s the difference? Learn how each method affects texture, moisture, and flavour, plus how to cook fish perfectly after brining.
How to cook salmon: 10 expert tips for perfect results every time
Learn how to cook salmon perfectly with easy, expert-backed tips for baking, pan-searing, air-frying, and seasoning sustainable Atlantic salmon.
10 Fun facts about haddock (that might surprise you)
10 fun facts about haddock covering biology, history, sustainability, and cooking. Some of these will genuinely surprise you.
The ultimate guide to shrimp: Sourcing, sustainability & cooking tips
This ultimate guide to shrimp helps you buy and cook confidently. Learn quick size decoding, when to choose wild or farmed, and why frozen at sea can taste best. Get a simple two-step shopping method, safe thawing tips, and three foolproof techniques for tender, flavourful shrimp every time at home.
Pan-seared vs oven-baked fish: Which method Is better?
Pan-seared vs oven-baked fish is a common cooking question. This guide explains flavour, texture, and best uses so you can cook seafood with confidence.
10 fun facts about salmon (you probably didn’t know)
Explore 10 fun facts about salmon, from colour changes and waterfall jumps to how most salmon on our plates are farmed. Learn what drives their epic migrations, why flavour varies, and how to choose sustainable options with full traceability from Afishionado.
How fish is processed: From ocean to plate in sustainable Canadian seafood
See how fish moves from ocean to plate in Canada. Learn about bleeding, icing, filleting, vacuum packs, IQF, and a monitored cold chain for safe, traceable seafood.
What “ocean to plate” really means in Atlantic Canada
You’ve likely seen the term “ocean to plate” on seafood menus or websites — but what does it really mean, especially here in Atlantic Canada? This article demystifies the journey of seafood, highlights traceability and sustainability, and shows how you can trust locally-sourced Atlantic Canadian fish and seafood.
Aquaculture Canada: Opportunities, challenges & the future of sustainable seafood
Discover how aquaculture Canada is shaping the future of sustainable seafood. Learn what aquaculture is, its growing role in Atlantic Canada, and how innovative operations like Sustainable Blue are leading change through responsible, land-based farming.
How to store frozen fish (and other seafood) at home the right way
Buying frozen seafood is one of the best ways to enjoy ocean-fresh flavour all year. But to keep that quality, you must know how to store frozen fish and other seafood at home the right way. In this guide you’ll learn how to store, thaw and handle frozen seafood safely and confidently.