Good Catch: A Guide to Sustainable Fish and Seafood with Recipes from the World’s Oceans – A Cookbook

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A stunning and inspiring guide to selecting, preparing, and enjoying sustainable seafood, with 75 recipes, from a world-class spearfisherwoman.
 
Growing up in Montreal, Valentine Thomas was not innately drawn to the water; in fact, it scared her. But later, dissatisfied with her work in corporate law and finance, she was introduced to a sport called spearfishing while on holiday in Ibiza. The ocean—which she had once feared—became her greatest passion, and she made fishing and diving her life’s work.
 
In Good Catch, Valentine shares her love for the bounty of waters around the world, as well as her enthusiasm and expertise for cooking fish and seafood in a sustainable way. The recipes, inspired by Valentine’s favorite fishing destinations, are organized by region, and include both classic and creative preparations, such as Grilled Clams with Butter, Garlic, and Parsley, a Seafood Boil, Snapper Panzanella with Grapefruit, and Fish Head Nachos. Valentine also teaches readers the surprisingly simple skills they’ll need to build a responsible repertoire of seafood recipes, provides tips for making the most eco-friendly choices, and discusses the best ways to prepare each and every type of fish, from raw dishes like ceviche to a baked whole fish.
 
Illustrated by gorgeous photography of both the dishes and scenes from Valentine’s dramatic dives, Good Catch is more than just a fish cookbook—it’s an adventure into the world of delicious and sustainable seafood. Whether you are new to cooking fish or a seasoned pescatarian in search of more seafood cookbooks, Good Catch is sure to please!

From the Publisher

The Case for Eating Fish

How to Source Sustainably (and what Sustainability means)

101 Ways to Cook a Fish (more or less)

Swordfish Eggs Benedict with Dill Hollandaise

Lobster Bisque

Sashimi with Ginger Sauce

Canned Anchovy Pasta with Capers, Red Pepper Flakes, and Lemon

Meet Valentine Thomas

Valentine Thomas is a world-class spearfisher, 170-foot free diver, published author, sustainability-focused chef, entrepreneur, and influencer with a global platform. A Forbes Magazine Change-Maker, Valentine has appeared on stage at prestigious events such as TEDx Talk, The World Chef Summit, and the international Earth X conference. Born in Montreal, Valentine Thomas trained as a lawyer in Canada and built a career in finance in London before leaving it all behind to pursue her true passion. Currently, Valentine is a freediving instructor, published author, thought leader, educator, and influencer with a global platform and reach.

Highlights ACTIVIST SPEARFISHER FREE DIVER THOUGHT LEADER ENTREPRENEUR SPEAKER AUTHOR

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Union Square & Co.
Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 16, 2023
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 304 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1454946903
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1454946908
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.5 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.4 x 1 x 10.9 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #350,630 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #156 in Fish & Seafood Cooking #413 in Fishing #604 in Outdoor Cooking (Books)
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Customers find this cookbook spectacular and informative, with tons of great information about sustainable fishing practices. The recipes are easy to follow and are divided into chapters based on seafood type, resulting in delectable dishes bursting with flavor. They appreciate the wonderful photos and consider it a must-buy, with one customer describing it as the contemporary bible of fish preparation.