Fogo Island Fish

Fogo Island Fish is pretty much the only fish that I use. I wholeheartedly believe in their fishing practices and how the fishers are treated and compensated. Their cod is caught with zero by-catch, using methods that are non-destructive to the ocean or the ecosystems. There are not many fisheries that can say the same. - Chris Locke, Executive Chef, Marben and The Cloak Bar On Earth Day, we're proud to shine a spotlight on Chris Locke, a chef partner who shares our values.... The Toronto-based and England-born chef is committed to using locally sourced and iconic Canadian ingredients. He showcases Canada and Ontario's bounty through his honest and challenging dishes. Pictured here, alongside Chef Locke himself, is the mouthwatering Cod Scotch Egg he created. The soft-yolked egg is encased in flakey Fogo Island cod, then finished with a crunchy coating. The Bokeh Collective

The snow crab fishery is in full swing on Fogo Island We purchase crab harvested by day boats, vessels that return each evening with their catch. This ensures a product that is exceptionally fresh and of the highest quality. : Alex Fradkin

Our crab fishers use conical pots with large enough holes in the netting for smaller crabs (females and young'uns) and other sea creatures to escape. This cuts waste and helps keep fish and shellfish populations healthy. This snow crab season, we want to give a hearty shout out to the Fogo Island fishers who head out on their boats each day, to bring these beautiful Atlantic shellfish back for us to enjoy across Canada.

Throwback to 2019 and this stunning presentation of rich and robust flavours served up at Fogo Island Inn: cod cheeks and locally grown turnip, finished with sorrel and fish velouté. Signe Birck

The fast-flowing and frigid waters of the Labrador Current make for a pristine environment, where fish thrive. That's why Fogo Island cod is so plump, sweet and tender. Image: Alex Fradkin

The arrival of March marks the beginning of Pack Ice season on Fogo Island. Moving with the current, ice floes crowd the harbours, creaking and shimmering in the sunlight. When the crab and shrimp fishing season begins, our fishers must navigate their way out to sea through this natural obstacle course. Our sister social business, The Woodshop on Fogo Island, have released their newest seasonal package inspired by Fogo Island's starkly dramatic Pack Ice Season. The package contains the collected works of local author Roy Dwyer alongside a pair of their popular, hand-knit snake socks. Roy's books are a treasure trove of knowledge about the experiences of fishers and outport people who have lived their lives entangled with the sea. Shop the package here: https://buff.ly/3rpFCdk

"We are people of the fish. Our confidence is wrapped up in the fish." -Hand.Line.Cod., National Film Board of Canada (use the link to watch: https://www.nfb.ca/film/hand_line_cod/) Our fishers carry a knowledge of nature that has been learned over centuries. They know that our history, culture, and economy are inextricably bound up with the sea.

Fogo Island is a place defined by a specific natural and cultural heritage forged through an inextricable relationship with the sea. Our connection to the ocean and the fishery is purposefully shown in the National Film Board of Canada's newest piece of digital media based on Fogo Island: "Far Away From Far Away." Inspired by the early life of eighth-generation Fogo Islander Zita Cobb, "Far Away From Far Away" is an immersive story that paints a vivid portrait of outport lif...e. Written by celebrated writer Michael Crummey and produced with the help of local students, it uses the lens of a single person's experience to convey a multitude of stories thematic to countless Newfoundlanders and Labradorians. "Far Away From Far Away" is designed exclusively for mobile phone viewing and keeps one foot in the past and the other in the future as you tap and swipe through interactive prose, memories, and stories. Watch now: https://faraway.nfb.ca/

As promised, we have the first dish in our new recipe series: Smoked Cod Dip. This creamy dip combines the richness of smoked Fogo Island Cod and roasted garlic with the crunch of grainy mustard and finely chopped shallots and pickles. Use the link below to learn how to pull together this flavour-packed dip and try not to scoff the lot in one sitting by Rick O'Brien https://fogoislandfish.ca/recipes/smoked-cod-dip/

Throwback to this gorgeous plate of our hand-lined cod, cured with dried berries, sea lovage and celery. : Paddy Barry

Hand.Line.Cod. #canadianseafoodforcanadians #fogoisland

#fogoislandcod Janice’s yellow zucchini and pole beans, new @sideroadfarm potatoes @brassicamustard from @meta4foods @emeraldgrasslands butter #fooddaycanada #canadianseafoodforcanadians #fogoisland

Delighted to support our Fish Partners !

#Hand.Line.Cod #fogoislandfish #fogoisland #dayboat #zerobycatch #oceanwise

Fogo island Shrimp on Janice’s homemade sourdough, with @elmirasown.tomatoes @sideroadfarm red leaf lettuce, chives from our home garden. #localfood #fogoisland #canadianseafoodforcanadians

We are ready to supply you with all of our wonderful products, as you begin opening your restaurants over the coming weeks. We have plenty of inventory to supply you with cod, cod cheeks and tongues, shrimp, squid, crab and turbot (Greenland Halibut). Get in touch and we can have it to you between one and two days, Monday to Friday. We look forward to being part of your relaunch! #wild #supportlocal #fogoisland #eatlocal #knowwhereyourfoodcomesfrom #canadianseafoodforcanadians #oceanwiselife #oceanwise #wellgetthroughthistogether

#blackouttuesday No one is born hating another person because of the colour of his skin or his background or his religion. People must learn to hate and if they can learn to hate they can be taught to love for love comes more naturally to the human heart than it’s opposite ...Nelson Mandela long walk to freedom

We are in uncharted waters. We want to express our support to our partners, customers, friends, colleagues, family and our communities at large. We are resilient and creative and together we will weather this storm. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help in the weeks ahead.

A proper #fogoisland welcome. #caribou in our Garden. #supermoon2020 and the Welcome Dinner with M&P. #amazing

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