The Sea And Me

 Pollock may not always steal the spotlight, but this light, versatile white fish is a true hero in the kitchen. With its mild flavour, delicate flake, and impressive nutritional value, pollock is perfect for quick weeknight dinners, healthy meal planning, and flavour-packed recipes from around the world. Get ready to discover why this underrated seafood deserves a regular place on your plate! Buy Fresh Pollock From Our Trawler ⭐ Why Pollock Belongs in Your Kitchen 🌿 Mild Flavour, Endless Possibilities Pollock offers a clean, gentle taste with a beautifully soft, flaky texture. Its subtle flavour makes it ideal for pairing with herbs, citrus, spices, and bold sauces. Whether baked, fried, grilled, or simmered, pollock adapts effortlessly. 💪 A Nutritious, Lean White Fish Low in fat and high in quality protein, pollock is perfect for balanced diets. It’s a brilliant option for anyone seeking wholesome, delicious seafood without extra calories. 🧪 Pollock Nutrition Facts (per...

 There’s something special about cooking at sea, the sound of the waves, the fresh air, and the simple joy of good food on deck. Today I fired up the BBQ aboard the trawler and made one of my favourites, proper Turkish kebabs. Have a look at how we bring big flavour to life offshore! In this video, I take you along as I prepare and BBQ Turkish kebabs right on the trawler. From marinating the meat to grilling over open heat, everything is done at sea while we’re working offshore. It’s a mix of trawler life, great food, and the everyday reality of cooking on the waves. Cooking on a boat isn’t always easy, but moments like this make it worth it, good company, good weather, and proper food straight from the grill. If you enjoy fishing, sea life, or just love a great kebab, this one’s for you. Thanks for reading and watching, and as always, we never give up! 💪 About Me 

 A sunshine  filled seafood dish baked to perfection - fresh, colourful and bursting with flavour Buy Fresh  Cod Straight From The Boat This baked cod recipe brings the best of the Mediterranean straight to your table. Juicy cherry tomatoes, briny olives, garlic, herbs, and flaky white cod come together in one easy dish that smells and tastes like summer holidays. It’s simple enough for a weeknight, yet impressive enough for guests. ✅ Why You’ll Love This Recipe One pan recipe - minimal washing up Healthy, light and naturally gluten free Fresh, vibrant Mediterranean flavours Ready in under 25 minutes Perfect with crusty bread or new potatoes 🛒 Ingredients (Serves 2–3) For the Bake 2–3 cod fillets (about 500g total) 250g cherry tomatoes, halved 1 small red onion, sliced 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 50g black or Kalamata olives 1 tbsp capers (optional but adds punch) 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp dried oregano ½ tsp chilli flak...

Kıyıkışlacık may look like a peaceful fishing village, but beneath the olive trees and quiet bay lies an ancient city once buried by a volcano 1,000 km away, originally located on an island before nature slowly fused it to the mainland, and where political meetings were held in buildings with marble seats carved like lion’s paws. 🧠 Fascinating Facts About Kıyıkışlacık / Ancient Iasos Very Ancient Roots Archaeological evidence shows people were living in Iasos as early as the late 3rd millennium BC . Turkish Archaeological News +1 In fact, Bronze Age remains have been found, meaning the site has been important for 4,000+ years . Hürriyet Daily News +1 Volcanic Ash Burial Part of the ancient city was buried by ash from the Santorini (Thera) eruption , one of the most powerful volcanic events in the ancient world. Hürriyet Daily News This ash acted like a “time capsule”: it helped preserve parts of the city, including a sewage system and tunnels to the theater . Hürr...

 A light, ultra crisp batter with a zesty salt sprinkle, proper pub style fish taken to the next level.. Buy Haddock Fillets From Our Boat This recipe takes classic fried haddock and gives it a bright, modern twist. The ale batter fries up beautifully crisp and airy, while the homemade lemon salt adds a sharp, citrus sparkle that lifts the whole dish. Serve it with chips, pea purée or a fresh green salad and wait for the compliments. ✅ Why This Recipe Works Ale gives the batter a deep, malty flavour Ice cold batter = next level crispiness Lemon salt adds an addictive zing Quick to cook and perfect for weekends A standout twist on a classic haddock recipe 🛒 Ingredients (Serves 2) For the Fish 2 haddock fillets Plain flour for dusting Salt & black pepper Oil for deep frying For the Ale Batter 150g plain flour 40g cornflour 1 tsp baking powder ½ tsp sea salt 220ml ice cold ale (pale ale works best) Handful of ice cubes (to keep the b...

 Red gurnard might not be the most famous fish at the fishmonger, but once you try it, you’ll wonder why it isn’t on every dinner plate! With its striking red skin, firm texture, and subtly sweet flavour, this underrated gem is becoming a favourite among chefs and home cooks alike.   Buy Red Gurnard From Our Trawler

 Scallops, mussels and clams in a silky white wine sauce, simple, elegant, and makes a great starter or main meal for entertaining guests. Buy Fresh Shellfish Direct From Our Trawler This one pan seafood recipe celebrates the best of the ocean. Juicy scallops, tender mussels and sweet clams simmer in a garlic, white wine and cream sauce with herbs and lemon. It’s quick, classy, and adaptable - make it for a weeknight or a dinner party and everyone will think you’re a pro. ✅ Why This Recipe Works Uses easy to find shellfish anywhere in the world 🌍 Cooks in one pan in under 20 minutes Creamy garlic white wine sauce = total comfort food Great with pasta, rice, or crusty bread 🛒 Ingredients (Serves 2–3) Seafood 6 large scallops 300g mussels, cleaned and debearded 200g clams (or any mix of shellfish you like) Optional: a few razor clams, cockles, or whelks Sauce 2 tbsp butter 2 tbsp olive oil 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped ½ small shallot, finel...

  Wild Nettle Power Tonic - A Bright, Energising Start to Your Morning If you thought breakfast drinks had to be sweet, boring, or packed with fruit, think again. Today’s recipe is something truly special: a vibrant green Wild Nettle Power Tonic , made with young stinging nettles , earthy beetroot, warm spices and a refreshing citrus lift. This is the kind of drink you feel working almost instantly, a gentle heat from the cayenne, the grounding depth of cumin, the brightness of lemon, and the clean, mineral rich punch from freshly gathered nettles. It’s bold, unusual, and incredibly nourishing. In the video, I walk you through the entire process step by step, showing exactly how to prepare the young nettle leaves safely and blend everything into a smooth morning tonic. 🌿 Why Young Nettles? Young nettles are packed with natural minerals such as iron, magnesium and calcium , giving this drink a real wake up from the inside effect. They also have a mild earthy flavour that blend...