Fish Talk: Wild Alaskan Seafood Shipping Logistics

Fish Talk: Wild Alaskan Seafood Shipping Logistics

Just what does it take for you to receive your premium portions of Catch Sitka Wild Alaska Seafood on your doorstep in a pristine, frozen condition? This month we are doing a deep dive into all things logistics. Shipping a frozen, perishable product sure isn’t simple, that’s one thing we should clear up right away.

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Fish Talk: How It's Caught: Wild Alaskan Lingcod

Fish Talk: How It's Caught: Wild Alaskan Lingcod

Lingcod are one of our favorite whitefish to eat, and also one of our favorites to catch. We typically catch the bulk of our lingcod in May each year during a directed season. During this lingcod season, we use a fishing device called a “dinglebar,” which is basically a big weight that bounces on the bottom.

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Fish Talk: Is Fresh Fish Really the Best Fish?

Fish Talk: Is Fresh Fish Really the Best Fish?

Is Fresh Fish really the Best Fish?  Fresh seafood is frequently assumed to be the best seafood, but is it really? This desire for “fresh” is something that has long been held by fish consumers, and until recently it was absolutely true. We can all agree the word “fresh” has a great appeal – especially in the seafood world. But the general assumption is that “fresh” equals “quality,” and this is where most seafood consumers are mistaken. Quality seafood is what we’re after, and to get the best quality of fish, always selecting the “fresh” option won’t produce the results you’re...

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Fish Talk: A Tale of Two Cods

Fish Talk: A Tale of Two Cods

Three fish - a lingcod , a pacific cod and a black cod - walk into a bar. The bartender looks at them and says, “We don’t serve cod in this here bar.” Two of the fish look at each other, shrug and order their drinks anyway. The third one has to leave. Do you know which fish has to go get his drink from the pond?

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