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  • Cooking and technique

Grilled shrimp skewers: how to nail them every time

Grilled shrimp on bbq

Grilled shrimp is the best thing on a summer grill and the easiest to ruin. Here is how to pick, skewer, and time it so it stays sweet and juicy.

  • Michel Richer
  • July 28, 2026
  • Cooking and technique

How to cook scallops: the perfect sear

How to cook scallops

How to cook scallops so they sear like a restaurant's instead of steaming in the pan. It comes down to buying dry scallops and then getting out of their way. Here is the full method.

  • Michel Richer
  • March 17, 2026
  • Cooking and technique

How to cook haddock three ways (and make salmon jealous)

how to cook haddock

How to cook haddock three ways: crispy coated, pan-seared, and poached. Techniques that make haddock the most versatile fish in your kitchen.

  • Michel Richer
  • February 10, 2026
  • Cooking and technique

Why fish sticks to the pan (and how to fix it)

why fish sticks to the pan

Why fish sticks to the pan explained with science-backed tips. Learn how to prevent sticking and cook seafood with confidence.

  • Michel Richer
  • November 4, 2025
  • Cooking and technique

Crispy fish skin: 3 proven methods that work every time

crispy fish skin

Struggling to get crispy fish skin? These three methods are backed by science and used by top chefs.

  • Michel Richer
  • October 14, 2025
  • Cooking and technique

Pat fish dry before cooking: the 100 degree problem

pat fish dry before cooking

Pat fish dry before cooking and every other variable gets easier. A wet surface physically cannot exceed 100 degrees, which means it steams while your pan wastes its heat making vapour. Here is the science, the method, and the exceptions.

  • Michel Richer
  • September 30, 2025
  • Cooking and technique

Cooking fish temperature: High heat vs low heat explained

cooking fish temperature

Should you cook fish on high heat or low heat? This guide explains what works best and why.

  • Michel Richer
  • September 23, 2025
  • Cooking and technique

Marinating fish: Is it worth it?

marinating fish

Should you marinate fish or not? This guide explains what actually happens when you marinate fish and when it’s worth it.

  • Michel Richer
  • September 16, 2025
  • Cooking and technique

Best seafood cookbooks: 5 picks to help cook fish with confidence

best seafood cookbooks

Discover the best seafood cookbooks for beginners, technique, and everyday cooking. Trusted picks to help you cook fish with confidence.

  • Michel Richer
  • August 19, 2025
  • Cooking and technique

What is sushi grade fish?

sushi grade salmon

Is “sushi grade” fish legit or just a label? We break down what it really means, how to safely eat raw fish at home, and the best sashimi-ready seafood from Afishionado.

  • Michel Richer
  • August 5, 2025
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