Seafood Journey: Tastes and Tales From Scotland

Scotland has some of the best seafood in the world, but we don't eat enough of it. Ghillie Basan embarks on a journey to highlight the bounty of our seas and the people who fish, produce, sell, preserve, and cook it. She offers 90 original recipes to showcase the wonderful produce she encounters on her journeys.

Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 02 November 2023
Publisher: Birlinn General

Scotland is renowned for its exceptional seafood, making it a culinary treasure trove. However, despite the abundance of delicious fish and shellfish available, we don't consume enough of it. It's time to recognize and celebrate the incredible bounty of our seas and the dedicated individuals who work tirelessly to fish, produce, sell, preserve, and cook it.

Acclaimed cookbook author Ghillie Basan sets out on a captivating journey along Scotland's coastline and to its islands to explore the soul of our nation's seafood. Through the stories of fishermen, farmers, artisan smokers and curers, boat builders and net makers, creels and shacks, skin tanners and age-old traditions, Basan captures the essence of Scotland's seafood industry.

In addition to her captivating storytelling, Basan presents 90 original recipes that showcase the remarkable produce she encounters during her travels across the country. These recipes highlight the diversity and richness of Scotland's seafood, from fresh and seasonal catches to sustainable and responsibly sourced options.

This book is not just a celebration of Scotland's seafood; it is also a tribute to the hardworking individuals who make it possible. It sheds light on the challenges and rewards of fishing in our coastal waters and the importance of preserving the delicate ecosystems that support our fishing industry.

Featuring a foreword by Gary Maclean, winner of MasterChef: The Professionals, Scotland's Seafood: A Celebration of Bounty and Tradition is a must-read for anyone who loves seafood, cooking, and the wonders of Scotland's coastal communities. Let's embrace the deliciousness of Scotland's seafood and support the people who work tirelessly to bring it to our tables.

Weight: 870g
Dimension: 197 x 255 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781780278322