GUIDE TO BUYING FRESH FISH
Down the Cove
If you get the opportunity to purchase directly from the fisherman then this is by far the best way to buy your fish. You know it will be really fresh and there is a sense of satisfaction in buying direct - like buying produce from farmers markets.
Wherever you buy your fish you should find that the fish has at least been gutted. Don't be afraid to ask the person serving you to decapitate it or fillet it for you too if you'd rather not do it yourself!
Supermarket
Supermarket fish counters have a good variety like fishmongers shops. Some supermarkets get their stock from central distribution centres so in some cases a fish may have travelled long distances before arriving at your local shop. Depending on the day you may or may not find that the person behind the counter will be able to advise you.
Some supermarkets will also use fish that has previously been frozen so it is important to ask whether this is the case with the fish that you have chosen as you will not be able to refreeze it.
Local Fishmonger
Little fish fact
Buying Fresh Fish is part of the bigger story of our coast: tide, habitat, season and careful handling all matter.
