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(Photo credit: Bruce Martinelli. Flash frozen albacore tuna) We often get asked, ” is fresh seafood better than frozen?”, and our resounding answer is – no, that is a myth! Many people believe that “fresh” seafood that is “never frozen” directly reflects the level of quality. However, the moment seafood is caught or harvested, it … Continued

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Smoked Sockeye Salmon Sandwich

January 5, 2024

Smoked Sockeye Salmon Sandwich If you are like us, light and simple recipes are welcomed after such big meals over the holidays, so we couldn’t help but noticed this delicious recipe that one of our members Larry B, from Vancouver BC shared on Instagram, using Skipper Otto products. A self professed ‘foodie’ who enjoys eating … Continued

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Halibut with Miso Beurre Blanc

December 28, 2023

Halibut with Miso Beurre Blanc If you are still wondering what to make for New Years Eve, this is one of those meals you plan ahead and make for special occasions. Finish off the year in style with west coast halibut, that our friend and BBQ master, Steve W, has prepared in a delicious miso … Continued

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Bacon Wrapped Salmon Medallions

December 13, 2023

Bacon Wrapped Salmon Medallions with Burnt Lemon Cream Sauce Looking for some decadent holiday or New Years Eve dinner inspiration? Well have we got the recipe for you! Our friend and BBQ master, Steve W, has created a fantastic twist on a classic: bacon wrapped tenderloin and has paired it with a creamy lemon sauce, … Continued

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Holiday Wine Pairings for Smoked Seafood

December 7, 2023

Holiday Wine Pairings for Smoked Seafood With the holidays fast approaching and social calendars getting busy, many of our members start to serve our smoked salmon and tuna at dinner parties, so we thought we would share some sumptuous wine selections that pair perfectly!  Our friend and Skipper Otto member, Sean Nelson, who is also … Continued

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Seared Albacore Nicoise We love finding recipe inspiration right from the source – our fishing families! This is a beloved and hearty salad from our albacore tuna fishers Pilar, Bruce and Rex Martinelli, who devour this recipe on a regular basis, and hope you enjoy it too! Ingredients 1 1/2 lbs Skipper Otto Albacore tuna … Continued

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Grilled Teriyaki Salmon

November 17, 2023

Grilled Teriyaki Salmon with Vegetables This recipe is sure to become a go-to for quick weeknight dinners! On a recent trip to England, our friend and BBQ master, Steve W, was inspired by a meal he had at his favourite seafood restaurant – Coleman’s Seafood Temple on the eastern seaboard, and came back inspired to … Continued

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Meet Lee Gallagher our new salmon fisher!

November 16, 2023

(Photo courtesy of Lee Gallagher, of himself) Hailing from Metchosin B.C on Vancouver Island, Lee Gallagher got his start working at a marine boat rental shop in high school, which solidified what he always knew – that he wanted to work on the ocean. After high school, Lee enrolled at Camosun College in Victoria, and … Continued

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Crispy Salmon with Mushroom Risotto

November 5, 2023

Crispy Salmon with Mushroom Risotto As we get closer to the holiday season, we are getting fancier in the kitchen and our friend Chef Johnny Bridge has developed a few salmon recipes for us with freshly caught salmon this summer. This dish is made with our delicious chinook salmon, but you can substitute in any … Continued

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Japanese Style Fish and Chips

October 26, 2023

Japanese Style Fish and Chips Who doesn’t love fish and chips… so why not try making them at home, but with a twist! Once again our friend and BBQ master, Steve W, has gotten creative in the kitchen and cooked up this amazing recipe with lingcod cheeks, but you can easily substitute in lingcod fillets … Continued

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