Seafood Sightings in Works of Fiction

There’s no greater pleasure than reading a good book. And being foodies, while reading we can’t help but take special notice of the food scenes in our favourite classic and modern tales, scenes that include some of the most delicious seafood dishes. Here are some of those seafood scenes from books that have our caught our attention: 1. Enid Blyton’s Children’s Literature Enid Blyton had the ability to transport you through her books to magical lands that were full of adventure and delicious food. Her characters turned to food while…

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Not just Lasagna, but Prawn Lasagna Roll Ups

Savoury, Creamy and Succulent, what is it about Lasagna that always leaves us craving for more? Here is an easy dinner date idea with endless possibilities for variation. In this recipe tender lasagna rolls are filled with a ricotta-spinach-prawn mixture, and baked in a special sauce. Combine these roll ups with a classic salad and some garlic bread on the side and you have got an amazing meal that has date night written all over it. Ok Ok… if you don’t have a date… do make it for the family…

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Cracking the Code: Your Guide to Cooking Fish

Salt to Taste Fish, wherever it comes from, will soothe and satisfy when everything else fails. The cure for anything is salt water: sweat, tears or the sea.  -Isak Dinesen When I read this the other day, it struck a quick note—of course, when toiling and tearing up have been exhausted, it’s time to look towards the calming waters. And maybe what lies within. Fresh water of the rivers, lakes, and ponds is totally welcome too. After all, fish, wherever it comes from, will soothe, satiate and satisfy when everything…

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