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Seafood Guide

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A Passion For FishLeading the way to a sustainable future

Toby Baxendale was running a restaurant in London in the early nineties but became disillusioned with the produce being supplied at the time. A stickler for perfection, he started to source the best quality produce himself and soon a business was born.

Today Direct Seafoods encompasses the whole of the UK. We are Britain’s largest fresh fish supplier to the catering industry; a national supplier with strong local heritage. Our eight regional depots are run by the best men and women in the business; fishmongers with the finest artisanal skills and expertise. We regularly supply Michelin-starred restaurants, hotels and pubs, retail outlets and contract caterers so no matter what you need or what size business you are, we ensure you get the best fish and seafood six days a week.

Seafood Holdings was acquired by Bidvest www.bidvest.com in December 2010. Toby retired on the sale to pursue his many other interests but the main Board, all Depots and Managers remain in place so preserving that heritage, local knowledge and experience that have served so well. Bidvest one of the largest catering companies in the world and owns many fish and seafood businesses across the globe so the UK catering industry can look forward to Direct Seafoods continuing to source the finest and widest available range of seafood well into the future.

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Contents

2. Introduction

4. Your Local Fishmonger

14. Product List

54. Species Availability

58. Your Guide To Cuts And Portions

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Cover image; Les Daniels, buying fish on the Brixham market for Direct Seafoods. He has been working in the industry for 22 years.

Product List

Round FishPage 14

Flat Fish4

Game FishPage 28

ExoticsPage 30

Salmon and TroutPage 32

Fresh Water FishPage 36

ShellfishPage 38

CephalopodsPage 46

Smoked FishPage 48

Value Added FrozenPage 52

Lobster Crabs Crayfish Crawfish Langoustine Warm Water Prawns Cold Water Prawns Mussels Scallops Oysters Clams Whelks Cockles Shrimps

Tuna Marlin Mahi Mahi Yellowtail Kingfish

Barracuda Barramundi Emperor Snappers Grouper

Turbot Brill Lemon Sole Halibut Dover Sole Plaice

Cod Haddock Pollock Coley Whiting Hake Hoki Herring Mackerel Monkfish John Dory Sea Bass Stone Bass Sea Bream Gilthead Bream Grey Mullet Red Mullet Gurnard

Squid Cuttlefish Octopus

Sea Trout Rainbow Trout Brown Trout Golden Trout Salmon Wild Alaskan Salmon

Carp Catfish Pangasius Pike Tilapia Zander

Smoked Salmon Gravadlax Smoked Fish Smoked Haddock Smoked Mackerel Kippers Marinated Seafood Caviar and Roes Store Cupboard Ingredients

Breaded and Battered Fish Fish Fingers Fish Cakes Prawns Scampi

As the largest fresh fish supplier to caterers throughout the UK we take our responsibility very seriously. Our two greatest responsibilities are to the fish stocks around the UK and from foreign seas, and to the people who make up the fishing and catering industry.

We work closely with the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), an independent non-profit organisation, whose role is to recognise sustainable stocks via a certification programme. MSC certified products are identified in the Species Availability Section. We commit a lot of time to sourcing the most sustainable fish, whether from MSC-certified wild stocks or from the best fish farms and we work closely with companies developing improvements in the larger aquaculture industry. Please do ask us for recommendations for a sustainably sourced menu.

Just as we take responsibility for the fish we sell, and have close relationships with the people around our coastline who are running ports and auctions and of course catching the haul, we are also keen to engage with the people who are cooking and eating the fish. That is why we support the Roux Scholarship. Michel Roux and his brother, Albert, are not only two of the most revered chefs in the UK but the family have also established a generous scholarship for emerging young chefs. The scholarship is designed to provide an incentive for young chefs and reward them with world-class opportunities. We are thrilled to be associated with a venture which reflects what we hold dear as a business: individuals with passion and potential.

FreshnessLocal fishmongers mean fresher fish. No part of the country is far from a local depot ensuring you receive fresh fish daily.

Environmental responsibilityWe only transport fish across the country if they are not available locally, reducing food miles and our carbon footprint. We actively seek out ways to maximise our use of eco-friendly fuels.

TraceabilityAll our fish is fully traceable, from the moment we receive it to the moment it arrives in your kitchen.

SkillOur fishmongers take pride in their skill which they pass on through their training of each and every new individual.

HygieneOur staff are fully trained to the highest standards across all our depots.

AccreditationWe invest time and resources gaining and maintaining British Retail Consortium (BRC) Technical Standard certification across all our catering sites. All our wholesale depots are managed under the DEFRA regulations.

National supplyWith over 170 multi-temperature vans (which are in the process of being converted to eco-friendly fuel options), we have an excellent nationwide delivery service.

Development kitchenAlways interested in exploring new ideas with our customers, we have our own development kitchen where we try out new recipes with different fish as they come into season.

ServiceReliable, efficient, friendly, knowledgeable; everything we’d hope you’d expect.

We deliver 6 days a week nationwide.Simply call your local depot and place your order for next day delivery.

Your guide to Direct Seafoods: one port of call for quality and service

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MSC certified products are available through all depots and are covered by the chain of custody certificate MEP-C-059. Speak to your local depot for details on availability.For more details go to: www.msc.org

For more details go to: www.rouxscholarship.co.uk

The majority of our depots are located on the coast and take full advantage of the local auctions. Actually being there day-in and day-out, with prior knowledge of landings, enables us to identify and select the best fish available. Quality varies from season to season but our ability to buy around the UK and abroad (we have dedicated buyers in Iceland and the Faroe Islands) ensures we source the best.

You’re never far from one of our depots so whether you want your fish whole, cleaned, scaled, headed, gutted or filleted, your local Direct Seafoods depot will ensure that it arrives exactly as you ask. Simply call your nearest depot where you can talk direct to a fully trained fishmonger.

Scotland - Lindsay Rae01506 859180 [email protected]

Taylor’s Newcastle - Phil Coulterd0191 258 2957 [email protected]

Neve Fleetwood - Steve Atkinson - Gary Apps01253 774100 [email protected]

Colchester - Iain Webb and Barry Gower01206 752075 [email protected]

Direct Seafoods London - Gary Hooberman0207 3581617 [email protected]

Daily Fish Supplies London - Steve Vella0207 383 3771 [email protected]

Southbank Fresh Fish London - Les Ironman0207 639 6000 [email protected]

Kingfisher Brixham - Marc Shipton and Kevin Weyman01803 553232 [email protected]

Openshaws Birmingham - Tina Kerr0121 6228830 [email protected]

Local fishmongers means fresher fish


Colchester is the oldest recorded town in England. Historically famed for its oysters it is believed to have the oldest recorded oyster fishery in the world. The Romans in fact recognising the quality of the local shellfish, would drag oysters in nets behind boats when they left the Colchester Garrison to return home.

In 1983 Barry Gower did something quite similar. He left the army having been stationed at Colchester Garrison and started selling locally-landed fish back to his friends and colleagues in the army.

The reputation of his business grew quickly as Direct Seafoods Colchester became synonymous with quality and service; these remain the cornerstones of our business today. As the reputation travelled so too has the Gower family. Barry has been instrumental in setting up Direct Seafoods Scotland while his son Paul is now our Sales Director.

Iain Webb is now at the helm in Colchester. Iain has over 20 years experience in the fish industry, having been a fishmonger in the Midlands, from where he also supplied the local hotel trade. He brings even more expertise and experience to the company. Barry Gower, synonymous with Colchester is still involved in the day to day running of the business he created.

Direct Seafoods Colchester

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For the last 20 years Les and Jackie Ironman have built up Southbank Fresh Fish business to one well respected by top restaurants in London.

They major on Quality of Michelin star standards, as they supply many of Londons Michelin Star Restaurants.

The depot is now run by John Ewing who has 25 years in the industry, many serving the London market. Les and Jackie still retain a strong ties with the business however and help maintain customer relationships and contribute to sourcing of products.

Southbank Fresh Fish

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Since 1926 the Taylor family have been in the fish business. Initially working for locally owned fishmongers in the Newcastle area. Taylor’s own business was built on delivering freshness with products chalked up and presented to the public on ‘catch of the day’ specials boards. The combined expertise of Phil Coultard and Darren Leason have now taken the helm at Taylor’s and are building on it’s heritage of freshness and quality.

Taylor’s is now one of the largest employers in the fishing industry in the North East. They are the major buyer on the North Shields auction, and are considered amongst the best fish wholesalers in the area.


Direct Seafoods Scotland began trading in Edinburgh in 2007. It is run by a highly experienced team of fishmongers lead by Paul Keen who personal expertise includes the running of a smokery.

The Team source as much fish locally as possible, from Scottish ports such as Peterhead, Aberdeen, Fraserburgh, Buckie and Eyemouth. Additionally, understanding the customers requirements for provenance, Direct Seafoods Scotland seeks to source speciality products such as Finnan Haddock and Arbroath Smokies from both the mainland and the isles – which are home to some fantastic producers.

Direct Seafoods Scotland

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C & G Neve’s is synonymous with the North West but Lancashire in particular.

With the experience of three generations behind them Chris and Gerrard Neve started selling door-to-door to local households and at local markets. They then started selling to local restaurants and word spread. Soon they counted many of the top caterers in the North West among their customers.

Chris and Gerrard Neve retired in 2009 but their name and heritage is still a presence in the North West and indeed the operating area has reached as far north as Carlisle and south to North Wales and Anglesey.

Gary Apps who has over 20 years experience selling fish in the North West now heads up the depot which currently employs over 80 people, many of whom are ex-fishermen and have worked for C&G Neve for 20 years or more.

And so the story that started in the 1840’s continues.

Neve Fleetwood


The gulf stream provides the South West with some of the richest fishing grounds in Europe, offering an unrivalled variety of species landed anywhere in the country.

Brixham has been a fishing port since the 1500s, developing the first trawl nets in the 18th century to catch turbot and sole. At its peak in the 1850s it was home to nearly 300 fishing boats.

The man behind Kingfisher Nick Summersby grew up in Brixham and his family’s involvement in the fishing industry began when his father moved there after the war and started fishing for crab and lobster off Lundy Island in the late 1940s.

At the first opportunity, armed with a small bank loan and the share of a work unit in town, Nick started supplying local pubs and restaurants.

Nick is now semi retired but still plays a role as part time buyer. Marc Shipton now runs the site, and is assisted by Kevin Weyman the head of sales , and Les Daniels head of buying.

25 years on, and now occupying a pre-eminent position within the industry, Kingfisher has become a kite mark for quality fish known throughout the country. Besides Brixham, the company buys direct from Plymouth, Looe and Newlyn markets trading some of the finest produce the West Country has to offer.

Yet it has retained its roots. The heart of the business is, and will always be, its provenance, people and loyalty to the local fishing community.

Kingfisher Brixham

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In 1984 from its modest beginnings in Exmouth Market Daily Fish Supplies has become a major supplier of fish to the Catering industry.

Established for over 25 years, Daily Fish Supplies specialise in both fresh and frozen fish including shellfish and other speciality produces from around the world.

Bobby Lea and Rennie Corradi who set up the company were later joined by Steve Vella. After selling the business to Direct Seafoods in 2007 all three are now Main Operations Board Directors and run the Daily Fish Supplies from a purpose built EEC approved unit in Kings Cross.

Daily Fish Supplies

There aren’t many fishermen in London but there are plenty of fish eaters!

Direct Seafoods London was set up to source the very best fish from around the country and the world for London’s discerning chefs. Gary Hooberman who runs the site has been buying fish for nearly 30 years and sources only the finest.

Few kitchens in London will be unfamiliar with the name Laky Zervudachi. Welcomed into kitchens armed with the freshest fish since he was cycling round the city with a box of oysters in the early 80s. Known all over the capital for his epicurean expertise and his willingness to advise Lacky is Direct Seafoods point of contact on all issues of sustainability and aquaculture, an vital role in an ever-changing and challenging industry.

Direct Seafoods London

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Round FishRound fish, as the term suggests, are basically round in cross-section, such as the cod. But more accurately they can be defined as those fish which have a central spine yielding either fillets or loins.

This section contains a variety of different species, typically sourced from the colder waters of the Northern Hemisphere.

The products listed in this section are only a small selection of those available so please contact your local depot for detailed stock information.

Hake

Cod

The most well known fish in the Northern European Market, cod has been a staple on the UK menu for many years and we continue to be one of the largest consumers of this specie in the world. Stringent quotas around the UK restrict over-fishing and availability, so today much of the wild cod sold in the UK comes from well managed Icelandic, Norwegian and Faroese fisheries.

The relatively new process of cod farming is developing in Northern Europe; although it is not yet on the same scale as salmon farming, farmed fish is now available throughout the UK.

Product Code Product Description

01CDF110010101 Fresh Cod Fillets (skin-on)





01CDF110010103 Fresh Cod Fillets (skinless)





01CF0101 Fresh Cod Fillets (skin-on)



01CF1010102E110 Fresh Cod Supremes (skin-on)




01CF1010103E110 Fresh Cod Supremes (skinless)




08IQFCD0201 Frozen Cod Fillets




08FRSECD0101 Frozen Cod Fillets (skin-on, frozen at sea)

08FRSECD10101 Frozen Cod Fillets (skin-on, frozen at sea)

08FRSECDSK0101 Frozen Cod Fillets (skinless, frozen at sea)

08FRSECDSK10101 Frozen Cod Fillets (skinless, frozen at sea)

08CLS202 Frozen Cod Loin (skinless & boneless)

08CLS302 Frozen Cod Loin (skinless & boneless)

Unit of Saleeach

each

each

kg

kg

each

each

each

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

each

each

each

each

each

each

each

each

4.54kg (36ptn)

4.54kg (29ptn)

4.54kg (24ptn)

4.54kg (18ptn)

6.81kg (20ptn)

6.81kg (20ptn)

6.81kg (20ptn)

6.81kg (20ptn)

case

case

Approx Size

110-140g (4-5oz)

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-220g (6-8oz)

220-280g (8-10oz)

280-340g (10-12oz)

110-140g (4-5oz)

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-220g (6-8oz)

220-280g (8-10oz)

280-340g (10-12oz)

336-454g (12-16oz)

500g-1kg (1-2lb)

1-2kg (2lb+)

110-140g (4-5oz)

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-200g (6-7oz)

200-220g (7-8oz)

110-140g (4-5oz)

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-200g (6-7oz)

200-220g (7-8oz)

110-140g (4-5oz)

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-200g (6-7oz)

220-280g (8-10oz)

220-450g (8-16oz)

450-900g (16-32oz)

220-450g (8-16oz)

450-900g (16-32oz)

100-110g (4oz)

100-130g (5oz)

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Cod Fillets

Haddock

Haddock is an important commercial fish, both fresh and smoked. A smaller species than cod, haddock is primarily used in fillet form; interestingly it is more widely consumed within Scotland whereas cod is widely eaten with in England.

As with cod there are quotas around British waters, so much of the haddock sold in the UK comes from well-managed Icelandic, Norwegian and Faroese fisheries.

Unit of Saleeach

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each

each

kg

kg

kg

each

each

each

each

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

4.54kg (36ptn)

4.54kg (29ptn)

4.54kg (24ptn)

4.54kg (18ptn)

Approx Size

110-140g (4-5oz)

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-220g (6-8oz)

220-280g (8-10oz)

280-340g (10-12oz)

336-454g (12-16oz)

454g+ (1lb+)

110-140g (4-5oz)

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-220g (6-8oz)

220-280g (8-10oz)

280-340g (10-12oz)

336-454g (12-16oz)

454g+ (1lb+)

110-170g (4-6oz)

170-220g (6-8oz)

220-250g (8-9oz)

110-170g (4-6oz))

170-220g (6-8oz)

220-280g (8-10oz)

280g+ (10oz+)

110-140g (4-5oz)

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-200g (6-7oz)

220-280g (8-10oz))


01HF01010101 Fresh Haddock Fillet (skin-on)







01HF01010105 Fresh Haddock Fillet (skinless)







01HFB10101 Fresh Haddock Block Fillet



01H1010103 Fresh Haddock Angel Cut (Available in Scotland Only)




08IQFHD0201 Frozen Haddock Fillets




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Haddock

Round Fish

Coley

Coley (also known as Saithe), is related to both cod and haddock. In the past this North Atlantic fish was underrated, due to its darker flesh tones; it is gaining in popularity as it is an excellent alternative to cod and haddock with year round availability and good sustainability.


01CLF0102 Fresh Coley Fillets

Unit of Salekg

Approx Size

240g+

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Pollock

Whilst common around the British Isles, historically pollock was seldom used by chefs. Now seen as an excellent alternative to cod and haddock due to its good sustainability record.

Pollock

Unit of Salekg


01POF0102 Fresh Pollock Fillets

Approx Size

240g+ (9oz+)

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Whiting

Smallest of the cod family and historically overlooked. As with coley and pollock this fish is gaining in appeal, due to its good availability and sustainability record, as an alternative to other cod related species.


01WH0102 Fresh Whole Whiting

01WHB0102 Fresh Block Whiting Fillet

08BLBAIT0201 Frozen Blanchbait

Unit of Salekg

kg

454g

Approx Size

Various Sizes

Various Sizes

-


08HKSLA0219 Frozen Hoki Fillets

Unit of Sale

6.81kg (44ptn)

Approx Size

120-200g (4-7oz)

Hoki

Hoki is not caught in the Northern Hemisphere: this deep water fish is found in the colder waters around New Zealand. It is not usually available fresh within the UK but readily available as a frozen product.

Hake

This slow growing, deep water fish is found in waters around the world; available all year round as hake spawn at different times from North to South.

Increasingly popular in the UK, hake is a long slender fish which produces great steaks and loins, when cooked the flesh is firm and meaty. Careful handling is required at all times as the fish can damage easily.


01HK0101 Fresh Whole Hake

01HK010103 Fresh Hake Fillets

01HK010105E140 Fresh Hake Portion

01HK010105E170 Fresh Hake Portion

08HAKEF102 Frozen Hake Fillet (skinless)

Unit of Salekg

kg

each

each

5kg (32ptn)

Approx Size

Various Sizes

Various Sizes

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-200g (6-7oz)

140-170g (5-6oz)

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Mackerel

This most northerly member of the tuna family is readily available in UK waters; local fish are best from the South West from May to September and from Scotland from October to April. Imported fish is readily available from France and Spain. Mackerel is best received during the first 24 hours of catch, as condition alters rapidly with age. Mackerel are an excellent source of Omega-3.


01MA010102 Fresh Whole Mackerel

01MA010104 Fresh Mackerel Fillets

Unit of Salekg

kg

Approx Size

500g-1kg

200-400g (7-14oz)

Mackerel

The Herring Family

HerringsOccasionally sourced from around the UK and readily imported from Norway, availability is good between April and October. The herring start to roe-up during July; the male roe (melt) is considered a very tasty part of the fish. A gutted and smoked herring is a kipper.

Sardines and PilchardsThese are the same fish: smaller, younger fish are known as sardines and are predominantly caught off the South West and Southern coast between July and April. They are also imported from southern Europe to ensure year round supply. Pilchards are mature sardines commonly caught in the North Atlantic. Historically consumed in the UK as canned fish they have become increasingly popular as a fresh fish.

Anchovies and Sprats Small, oily fish both are available in many processed forms including salted, marinated, canned and even smoked.

WhitebaitWhitebait is the fry of small species such as herrings and sprats. They are readily available frozen.


01HER010101 Fresh Whole Herring

01HER010107 Fresh Whole Herring Butterfly Cut

01SAR010402 Fresh Whole Sardine

01SAR010404 Fresh Sardine Fillets

08SARD0101 Frozen Whole Sardines

08SARDFIL10201 Frozen Sardine Fillets

01PIL0101 Fresh Whole Pilchards

01ANC0101 Fresh Whole Anchovies

01SPR0101 Fresh Whole Sprats

01SPR0101 Fresh Whole Sprats

Unit of Salekg

kg

kg

kg

1kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

Approx Size

110-170g (4-6oz)

80-120g (3-4oz)

50-80g (2-3oz)

20-40g (1-2oz)

-

-

-

-

-

-


01JD20101 Fresh John Dory

01JD30101 Fresh John Dory

08JDF0201 Frozen John Dory Fillets

Unit of Salekg

kg

3.7kg (20ptn)

Approx Size

700g-1kg

1-2kg

170-200g (6-7oz)

Monkfish

This deep water fish, found all around the British Isles, was historically thrown overboard with other by-catch, but it has become a popular fish in the UK over recent years.

The large, wide head accounts for approximately 60% of the fish’s weight and it’s the tail, skinned, trimmed and with the membrane removed, that yields the firm, meaty flesh.

Between December and January prices can rise considerably as demand outstrips supply.


01MK20102 Fresh Monkfish Tail




01MK3010204 Fresh Monkfish Fillets (skinless)

Unit of Salekg

kg

kg

kg

kg

Approx Size

500g-1kg

1-2kg

2-4kg

4kg+

500g-1kg

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John Dory

Readily available from British waters, with the prime South West coast fish available from June-August. John Dory is best filleted: the yield is fairly low because half the weight of the fish is in the head.

John Dory

Round FishSea Bass

An extremely versatile fish, sea bass is available both farmed and wild.

Much is farmed in the Mediterranean, providing all year round availability and consistency of price and size (ranging from 300g to 1kg).

Wild sea bass are readily available around the UK. These fish go into deep water during mid-winter re-appearing late spring as the weather warms. British line-caught sea bass is the best quality available.


01BA1010401 Fresh Farmed Sea Bass


01BA1010411 Fresh Farmed Sea Bass Butterfly Cut



01BA2010411 Fresh Farmed Sea Bass Fillets



01BA3010411 Fresh Farmed Sea Bass Fillets

01BA4010401 Fresh Wild Sea Bass






Unit of Salekg

each

each

kg

each

each

kg

each

each

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

Approx Size

300-400g

300-400g

150-180g

400-600g

400-600g

140-170g (5-6oz)

600-800g

600-800g

170-200g (6-7oz)

800g-1kg

1-1.5kg

1.5-2kg

2-3kg

3-4kg

5kg+

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Stone Bass, Meagre

This Mediterranean fish provides an excellent alternative to sea bass and is increasingly popular as a result. Farmed off the southern French coast in deep cages in an area chosen for the pureness of its water, it is available all year round.


01ME0104 Fresh Stone Bass (Meagre)

Unit of Salekg

Approx Size2-4kg Stone Bass


01BB010401 Fresh Black Bream

Unit of Salekg

Approx Size

800g-1kg

Sea Bream

From the same family as the snapper, red fish and emperor fish, there are many different types of sea bream available, including black banded bream, black sea bream and red sea bream. Wild red and black bream are often found in the waters off the South coast of England with reasonable availability all year round.

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01BGH2010401 Fresh Gilt Head Bream

01BGH2010404 Fresh Gilt Head Bream Fillets

01BGH3010401 Fresh Gilt Head Bream

01BGH3010404 Fresh Gilt Head Bream Fillets

Unit of Salekg

kg

kg

kg

Approx Size

400-600g

140-170g (5-6oz)

600-800g

170-200g (6-7oz)

Gilthead Bream

Gilthead bream, a good alternative to sea bass are now farmed extensively around the Mediterranean providing all year round availability, consistency of price and size.

Gilthead Bream

Round FishGrey Mullet

An extremely common fish often found in UK waters, it is not related to red mullet. Traditionally under-utilised it is gaining in popularity as an alternative to sea bass. It is available all year round with prime South coast fish at their best in the summer.


01G1010101 Fresh Whole Grey Mullet

01G2010101 Fresh Whole Grey Mullet

01G1010104 Fresh Grey Mullet Fillets

01G2010104 Fresh Grey Mullet Fillets

Unit of Salekg

kg

kg

kg

Approx Size

500g-1kg

1-2kg

160-240g (6-9oz)

240-480g (9-18oz)

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01GU1010101 Fresh Whole Gurnard 01GU1010104 Fresh Gurnard Fillets

Unit of Salekg

kg

Approx Size

-

-

Gurnard

Historically gurnard was considered by-catch, being used as bait in crab and lobster pots, but in recent times consumption of gurnard in the UK has increased thanks to its good sustainability record. Ranging from the south and west coasts of the British Isles to the Mediterranean generally they are plentiful in supply. Both red and grey gurnard is available through the red gurnard is the most common variety within the UK.


01RM1010101 Fresh Whole Red Mullet



08RM0101 Frozen Red Mullet

08RMF0101 Frozen Red Mullet Fillets

Unit of Salekg

kg

kg

1kg (5ptn)

1kg (17ptn)

Approx Size

230-300g

300-500g

500g+

150-250g (U5)

40-80g (2-3oz)

Red Mullet

A prized fish caught predominantly in the English Channel and down to the Mediterranean. Native red mullet comes to the fore in the summer months with prime fish coming from the South West. Red mullet are also imported to the UK from around the world.

Red Gurnard

Red Mullet

Flat FishMost of our flatfish are caught in European waters. They provide immense variety, from delicate texture of plaice to the more meaty texture of halibut.

All species are wild caught, turbot and halibut are also farmed. All flatfish spawn or are ‘roed-up’ for a period of time. They use their body weight for fuel, becoming thinner and wasted during this period.

Of late there is a growing demand for smaller, less commonly used flatfish such as dabs, flounders, slip soles and torbay soles (also known as witches). Please contact your local depot for availability.

Turbot

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01TB20101 Fresh Whole Turbot - Farmed

01TB3W0101 Fresh Whole Turbot - Wild



01TB2010103 Fresh Turbot Fillets

Unit of Salekg

kg

kg

kg

kg

Approx Size1-3kg

2-3kg

3-4kg

4kg+

300-600g (10-22oz)

Turbot

Turbot is only found in European waters, with the main fishery being on the sandbanks of the North Sea. Highly prized and often regarded as the best of the flatfish year round availability of wild fish is good; they are also now farmed successfully. Farmed turbot is distinguishable by its lighter skin. Also available from fisheries in the South West; where it is at its best between September and November. Turbot tend to roe-up between April and May in all catch areas.

Brill

Brill

Similar to turbot, brill is fished around the British Isles and Western Europe. Landings are plentiful around the country and quality is good. Prime South West coast caught fish is most readily available September to November. Unlike most of the flatfish brill usually retain their quality when roed-up.


01BR10101 Fresh Brill Whole



Unit of Salekg

kg

kg

Approx Size

500g-1kg

1-2kg

2kg+

Lemon Sole

Not strictly a sole, this popular flatfish is actually a member of the plaice family. Availability is good around the UK. Prime fish from the South coast is available January to May. British lemon soles start to roe-up late summer at which point we source fish from Iceland and the Faroe Islands.


01LS20101 Fresh Whole Lemon Sole





01LS5010108 Fresh Lemon Sole Fillets

01LS6010108 Fresh Lemon Sole Fillets

08LEMS10101 Frozen Whole Lemon Sole

08LEMS20101 Frozen Whole Lemon Sole 08LEMF10201 Frozen Lemon Sole Fillets

08LEMF20201 Frozen Lemon Sole Fillets



Unit of Salekg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

4.54kg (29ptn)

4.54kg (23ptn)

4.54kg (18ptn)

4.54kg (15ptn)

Approx Size

280-340g (10-12oz)

340-395g (12-14oz)

395-454g (14-16oz)

450-550g (18-20oz)

550g+ (20oz+)

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-200g (6-7oz)

425-475g (15-17oz)

475-525g (17-19oz)

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-220g (6-8oz)

220-280g (8-10oz)

280-340g (10-12oz)

Halibut

Halibut are the largest of the flatfish and are found in the North Sea, North Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. British halibut is largely farmed in or caught off Scotland. As halibut migrate to deeper water to spawn, generally they are not caught when in roe.

Don’t confuse Atlantic or Pacific halibut with the mock, black or Greenland halibut. The former have a dark side and a light side, while the latter are dark on both sides.

Unit of Salekg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

each

each

each

each

4.54kg (24ptn)

4.54kg (18ptn)


01HH10107 Fresh Headless Halibut



01HA10102 Fresh Whole Halibut




01HH1010703 Fresh Halibut Fillets (skin-on)

01HH1010703 Fresh Halibut Fillets (skinless)

01HH2010707E140 Fresh Halibut Supremes (skin-on)

01HH2010707E170 Fresh Halibut Supremes (skin-on)

01HH2010708E140 Fresh Halibut Supremes (skinless)

01HH2010708E170 Fresh Halibut Supremes (skinless)

08HALST10201 Frozen Halibut Steaks

08HALST20201 Frozen Halibut Steaks

Approx Size3-5kg

5-7kg

7-9kg

2-3kg

3-5kg

5-7kg

7-9kg

1-2kg

1-2kg

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-200g (6-7oz)

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-200g (6-7oz)

170-200g (6-7oz)

220-280g (8-10oz)

Lemon Sole

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Dover Sole

Historically named dover sole as Dover was originally the best source of supply of freshly caught soles for the London marketplace. They are readily available around the UK between May and January. It is best to avoid dover soles between February and April when the fish are roed-up.

Flat Fish


01D20101 Fresh Whole Dover Sole








01D9010107 Fresh Dover Sole Fillets

08DVS10201 Frozen Dover Sole



Unit of Salekg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

4.45kg (10ptn)

10kg (21ptn)

10kg (18ptn)

Approx Size

225-280g (8-10oz)

280-340g (10-12oz)

340-395g (12-14oz)

395-454g (14-16oz)

454-500g (16-18oz)

500-570g (18-20oz)

570-680g (20-24oz)

680g+ (24oz+)

140-200g (5-8oz)

400-450g

450-500g

500-560g


01PLW0101 Fresh Whole Plaice



01PLF0101E Fresh Plaice Fillets




08IQFPL0201 Frozen Plaice Fillets

08IQFPL10201 Frozen Plaice Fillets 08IQFPL20201 Frozen Plaice Fillets



Unit of Salekg

kg

kg

each

each

each

each

4.54kg (36ptn)

4.54kg (29ptn)

4.54kg (24ptn)

4.54kg (21ptn)

4.54kg (18ptn)

Approx Size

280-340g (10-12oz)

395-454g (14-16oz)

454-680g (16-24oz)

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-220g (6-8oz)

220-280g (8-10oz)

280-340g (10-12oz)

110-140g (4-5oz)

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-200g (6-7oz)

200-220g (7-8oz)

220-280g (8-10oz)

Plaice

Plaice is one of the most readily caught flatfish in European waters. UK caught plaice are best avoided between January and April, as their condition deteriorates when they are spawning. For continuity of supply our Icelandic and Faroese buyers ensure we secure premium fish.

Plaice

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Game FishOriginating from the warmer waters around the world these fish are some of the most spectacular in terms of size, speed and power.

Highly prized for their firm meaty flesh they are regarded as an excellent alternative to most prime fish.


Yellowtail Kingfish

Tuna

Tuna with its firm, rich red meat has become increasingly popular in the UK due to its versatility. Although available throughout the year, during the summer supply can be interrupted due to the monsoons around the Pacific.

Sashimi TunaWhen tuna are landed they are graded to identify those fish suitable for serving as sashimi. A sample is taken from the core of the fish, the colour determines whether the fish can be sold as sashimi grade (suitable for consuming raw) or a non-sashimi grade (must be cooked before consumption). This is produced and stored in line with current legislation.

Marlin

A prized game fish of repute, this meaty fish provides a great point of interest as an alternative.

Yellowtail Kingfish

The yellowtail (hiramasa) kingfish is a natural inhabitant of the waters of Southern Australia. This fish is now successfully farmed in The Spencer Gulf, Australia ensuring a ready supply to the UK. Introduced only recently to the UK market it is proving to be extremely popular amongst top-flight chefs.

Mahi Mahi

This Indian Ocean fish has a fine white flesh which is ideal for various culinary applications.


02TL0105 Fresh Tuna Loin

02TL010504E110 Fresh Tuna Loin Portions






02TF010504 Fresh Sashimi Tuna Loin

08TUNST10224 Frozen Tuna Steaks

08TUNST20224 Frozen Tuna Steaks

08TUNLST10224 Frozen Tuna Loin Steak

08TUNLST2A0224 Frozen Tuna Loin Steak

Unit of Salekg

each

each

each

each

each

each

kg

4.54kg

4.54kg

25ptn

25ptn

Approx Size

Various Sizes

110-140g (4-5oz)

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-200g (6-7oz)

200-220g (7-8oz)

220-250g (8-9oz)

250-280g (9-10oz)

Various Sizes

170-220g (6-8oz)

220-280g (8-10oz)

110-170g (4-76oz)

170-220g (6-8oz)


02MA010501 Fresh Marlin Loin

02MA010502E170 Fresh Marlin Loin Portions

02MA010502E200 Fresh Marlin Loin Portions

Unit of Salekg

each

each

Approx Size

Various Sizes

170-200g (6-7oz)

200-220g (7-8oz)


02KF0111 Fresh Yellowtail Kingfish (Hiramasa)

Unit of Salekg

Approx Size

-

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02MMI0111 Fresh Whole Mahi Mahi

02MMI011102 Fresh Mahi Mahi Fillets

Unit of Salekg

kg

Approx Size4kg+

1kg+

Exotics Exotics are warmwater and reef fish. These are typically flown into the UK on a daily basis from tropical climes.


Barramundi

Barracuda

Sometimes called sea pike because of its long, thin shape and its mean predatory look.

Barramundi

Barramundi is the national fish of Australia, it’s popularity is increasing in the UK.

Emporer

Similar to snapper in appearance and texture this fish has numerous varieties of equal quality and versatility,

Red Snapper

The snapper family includes a wide variety of fish, the most common of which is the red snapper. It’s striking colour makes it an attractive option.

Grouper

Less well known within the UK, this fish offers an alternative to snappers and breams.


02BAR0111 Fresh Whole Barracuda

Unit of Salekg

Approx Size3kg+


03BAR10101 Fresh Whole Barramundi - Farmed

02BARAMU0122 Fresh Barramundi Fillets - Farmed

Unit of Salekg

kg

Approx Size

400-600g

-


02RSN1011101 Fresh Whole Red Snapper

02RSN8011101 Fresh Whole Red Snapper

02RSN8011104 Fresh Red Snapper Fillets (skin-on)

08RSNF10224 Frozen Red Snapper Fillet

08RSNF20224 Frozen Red Snapper Fillet

Unit of Salekg

kg

each

25ptn

20ptn

Approx Size

400-600g

3kg+

600g+

110-170g (4-6oz)

170-220g (6-8oz)


02REM0111 Fresh Whole Red Emperor

Unit of Salekg

Approx Size

-

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02GR0114 Fresh Whole Grouper

02GR011401 Fresh Grouper Fillets

Unit of Salekg

kg

Approx Size

-

-

Salmon & TroutA complex group of fish; salmon and sea trout are anadromous – spending most of their lives in the oceans, returning to freshwater to spawn. Other trout are exclusively freshwater fish.

Salmon and trout are available wild during the summer months and farmed ensuring plentiful supply.


Rainbow Trout

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Sea Trout

This wild fish is very popular and versatile; it is similar in appearance, taste and texture to salmon. and like salmon it lives in the seas, returning to freshwater to spawn.


01TFS010202 Fresh Sea Trout - Farmed

01TW2010202 Fresh Sea Trout - Wild

01TFO0102 Fresh Orkney Rose Organic Sea Trout

Unit of Salekg

kg

kg

Approx Size

1.5-3.5kg

2-3kg

1.5-3.5kg

Rainbow Trout Fillets


01TFRG0101 Fresh Whole Rainbow Trout





01TFRF20101 Fresh Rainbow Trout Fillets

Unit of Salekg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

Approx Size

250-300g (9-10oz)

300-350g (10-12oz)

350-400g (12-14oz)

400-450g (14-16oz)

450g+ (1lb+)

80-110g (3-4oz)

Rainbow Trout

The shimmering, iridescent skin that gives this species its name makes it a very attractive fish to serve whole. Introduced to Britian in the late nineteenth century this native North American fish is commonly farmed inland in the UK, making it readily available.


01TRBR0101 Fresh Whole Brown Trout

Unit of Salekg

Approx Size

-

Brown Trout

Known also as lake or river trout, this native UK specie is a common alternative to rainbow trout; available wild but more commonly farmed with rainbow trout.


01TRGOLD0101 Fresh Whole Golden Trout

Unit of Salekg

Approx Size

-

Golden Trout

These brightly coloured fish are an attractive and firm-fleshed trout alternative.

Salmon & TroutSalmon

Available all year round, farmed salmon is now a key fresh fish commodity. Salmon farming is a significant industry in Scotland and is also farmed as far away as Chile, Canada & Norway. The quality of the fish depends on the stocking density of the fish in the sea cages, the proximity of the cages to strong tidal waters and general husbandry employed by the farm. Direct Seafoods source farmed salmon from some of the finest producers in the UK including Loch Duart and Framgord, please speak to your local depot to discuss your requirements.

Wild fish are available when in season from June to September.


01S20102 Fresh Whole Salmon 01S30102 Fresh Whole Salmon

01S40102 Fresh Whole Salmon



01S4010204 Fresh Salmon Fillets (skin-on)

01S4010205 Fresh Salmon Fillets (skinless)

01S3010207E060 Fresh Salmon Supremes (skin-on, boneless)








01S3010208E060 Fresh Salmon Supremes (skinless, boneless)








01S3010210E110 Fresh Salmon Steaks



01STF0102 Fresh Salmon Tail Fillets

01ST0102 Fresh Salmon Trimmings

01SO50102 Fresh Whole Organic Salmon

01SO5010204 Fresh Organic Salmon Fillets (skin-on)

01SO5010205 Fresh Organic Salmon Fillets (skinless)

01SW50102 Fresh Wild Salmon (seasonal availability)

Unit of Salekg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

each

each

each

each

each

each

each

each

each

each

each

each

each

each

each

each

each

each

each

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

Approx Size2-3kg

3-4kg

4-5kg

5-6kg

6-7kg

1.3-1.6kg (3-3.5lb)

1.3-1.6kg (3-3.5lb)

60-80g (2-3oz)

80-110g (3-4oz)

110-140g (4-5oz)

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-200g (6-7oz)

200-230g (7-8oz)

220-250g (8-9oz)

250-280g (9-10oz)

60-80g (2-3oz)

80-110g (3-4oz)

110-140g (4-5oz)

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-200g (6-7oz)

200-230g (7-8oz)

220-250g (8-9oz)

250-280g (9-10oz)

110-140g (4-5oz)

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-200g (6-7oz)

Various Sizes

-

5-6kg

1.3-1.6kg (3-3.5lb)

1.3-1.6kg (3-3.5lb)

-

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Salmon

Wild Alaskan Salmon

Growing in popularity year on year within the UK due to the recognition of its particular lean texture and meaty flavour. The strictly regulated and closely monitored fisheries ensure fish are available all year round. Contact your local depot to discuss your requirements.

Freshwater FishWild caught freshwater fish can often have an earthy taste as they typically inhabit muddy waters.

Several of the species listed are farmed (ensuring availability) and subsequently have a less earthy overtone.


Golden Carp

Carp

This prize angling fish originates from China. There are various species commercially available such as golden carp and mirror carp; today they are widely farmed.

Catfish

Freshwater catfish are farmed world wide, including the Americas, Europe and Africa.

Pangasius

This member of the catfish family is widely farmed in Vietnam. It is increasingly popular in the UK as it provides a great value-for-money alternative to more common white fish species.

Pike

Pike is common to UK waters and is also commonly farmed in Holland and Estonia. It is a very bony fish so is best served filleted.

Tilapia

Farmed worldwide, red and black tilapia are a popular freshwater alternative.

Zander

Zander is not commonly found in the UK as it prefers warmer European waters; it is commercially farmed in Sweden and Estonia.


03CARP0101 Fresh Whole Carp

Unit of Salekg

Approx Size1-2kg


03PIK0101 Fresh Whole Pike

Unit of Salekg

Approx Size2kg+


03RTI0124 Fresh Whole Red Tilapia

03RTI012403 Fresh Red Tilapia Fillets

03BTI0124 Fresh Whole Black Tilapia

03BTI012403 Fresh Black Tilapia Fillets

Unit of Salekg

kg

kg

kg

Approx Size

400-600g

140-170g (5-6oz)

400-600g

140-170g (5-6oz)


03ZAN0104 Fresh Whole Zander

Unit of Salekg

Approx Size2kg+

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08PANG102 Frozen Pangasius Fillets (skinless & Boneless)

Unit of Sale

12kg (60ptn)

Approx Size

180-220g (6-8oz)


01CAT0101 Fresh Whole Catfish

Unit of Salekg

Approx Size

-

ShellfishThe term shellfish covers a wide selection of crustacea and molluscs (gastropods – one shell, cephalopods and bivalves – two shells).

Shellfish are readily available within the UK with different species being available wild or farmed.

The products listed in this section are only a small selection of those available so please contact your

local depot for detailed stock information.

Crayfish

Lobster

Native lobsters found in the waters around the UK are regarded to be some of the finest in the world. Sometimes referred to as ‘blues’, availability is seasonal, generally from May to October.

There is, however, a year round ready supply of Canadian and Americanlobsters from Canada and the east coast of the USA. These are generally larger than their European counterparts and are brown in colour. Both variants turn red when cooked.

Crabs

There are many variety of crab available, the brown crab is the most usually consumed within the UK. Caught in baited pots around the Northern European coastline, cock crabs (males) weigh up to 3kg and are larger and contain a higher white to brown meat ratio than hen crabs (females). There are many other varieties of crab available with the spider crab being a popular option.

Crab is readily available in several prepared formats for ease of use; fresh whole, picked and dressed. Alternatively blue swimming crab meat, imported from the Far East, is a popular choice.


04CRA10101 Fresh Live Cock Crabs



04CRAH20101 Fresh Live Hen Crabs

04DRC010101 Fresh Dressed Crab

04WCRF0201 Fresh White Crab Meat - Hand Picked

04WCRP0201 Fresh White Crab Meat - Hand Picked (pastuerised)

04BCRF0201 Fresh Brown Crab Meat - Hand Picked

04BCRP0201 Fresh Brown Crab Meat - Hand Picked (pasteurised)

04BSWCR011401 Blue Swimming Crab Claw Meat

04BSWCR011403 Blue Swimming Crab Lump Meat

08CRAWM0201 Frozen White Crab Meat

08CRABM0201 Frozen Brown Crab Meat

08CRAFF0201 Frozen Crab Meat - 50/50

08CRADR10201 Frozen Dressed Crabs



08CRASSHELL0201 Frozen Soft Shell Crabs

08CRABBQ0201 Frozen BBQ Crab Claws - single pincer

08CRASTIX10101 Frozen Seafood Sticks (crab flavour)

Unit of Salekg

kg

kg

kg

each

454g

454g

454g

454g

454g

454g

454g

454g

454g

each

each

each

12ptn

454g

1kg (60 sticks)

Approx Size

500g-1kg

1-2kg

2kg+

Medium

160-170g

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

110-140g (4-5oz)

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-200g (6-7oz)

-

-

-


04LOBN10102 Fresh Live Native Lobsters - Chix

04LOBN20102 Fresh Live Native Lobsters - Quarters

04LOBN30102 Fresh Live Native Lobsters - Halves

04LOBN40102 Fresh Live Native Lobsters - Selects

04LOBNC10102 Fresh Native Lobsters - Cripples

04LOB10108 Fresh Live Canadian Lobsters - Chix

04LOB20108 Fresh Live Canadian Lobsters - Quarters

04LOB30108 Fresh Live Canadian Lobsters - Halves

04LOB40108 Fresh Live Canadian Lobsters - Selects

04LOBC10108 Fresh Canadian Lobsters - Cripples

08LOBMEA0201 Frozen Lobster Meat

08LOBBONE0108 Frozen Lobster Bodies (DOA)

Unit of Salekg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

kg

320g tin

5kg

Approx Size

450-570g

570-680g

680-790g

700g-1.2kg

Various Sizes

450-570g

570-680g

680-790g

700g-1.2kg

Various Sizes

-

-

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Native Lobster

Spider Crab

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Crayfish

The freshwater crayfish has succulent flesh, but unlike the lobster only the tail meat is eaten. There is successful world wide farming of different species ensuring a ready supply. In addition to the live product, Crayfish Tails in Brine are readily available.

Crawfish

Often confused with crayfish, the crawfish (also known as spiny or rock lobster) is a seawater crustacean similar to a lobster but without the large claws. As a result, only the tail meat is eaten. Readily available crawfish are found in most European waters and frozen rock lobster tails are imported from Central America and the Caribbean ensuring a year round supply.


04CRAY0101 Fresh Live Crayfish - English

04CRAY0115 Fresh Live Crayfish - Turkish

07CRABR10201 Crayfish Tails in Brine

Unit of Salekg

kg

1-1.5kg (900g dw)

Approx Size

-

-

-

Langoustine

Crayfish


04LANG10102 Fresh Live Langoustine (No 1s)

04LANG20102 Fresh Live Langoustine (No. 2s)

04LANG30102 Fresh Live Langoustine (No. 3s)

08LANG40102 Frozen Langoustine

08LANG50102 Frozen Langoustine

Countper kg

25-35/kg

35-45/kg

45-65/kg

16-20/kg

21-30/kg

Unit of Salekg

kg

kg

1kg

1kg

Countper lb11-15/lb

16-20/lb

21-30/lb

7-9/lb

Langoustine

Frequently known as Dublin Bay prawns, nephrops and Norwegian lobsters, langoustines are found predominantly around the Northern British Isles. In Scotland there are a great number of langoustine fisheries ensuring good availability. Langoustines are terrific served whole although many are battered or bread-crumbed, deep-fried and served as scampi.


04CRAW0101 Fresh Live Crawfish

08LOBTAI30201 Frozen Rock Lobster Tails (shell on)

Unit of Salekg

4.54kg

Approx Size

-

170-220g

Shellfish

Warm Water Prawns

Known also as Tiger or King Prawns they are farmed in either fresh or salt water mainly in tropical countries such as Bangladesh, Thailand and Vietnam. Readily available shell-on or shell-off, IQF or blocks. We also carry a range of farmed prawns from New Caledonia in the Pacific with strong ethical and sustainable credentials.

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08PRAMED10113 Frozen Whole, Cooked King Prawns (Crevettes)




08PRCPTO10213 Frozen Cooked, Peeled, Black Tiger King Prawns (Tail on)

08PRCPTO20213 Frozen Cooked, Peeled, Black Tiger King Prawns (Tail on) 08ECRE0104 Frozen Ecrevisse

08PRHL20224 Frozen Headless, Shell on, Freshwater Prawns (IQF)





08PRHLB10224 Frozen Headless, Shell on, Freshwater Prawns (Block)






08PRHLP20224 Frozen Headless, Shell on, Freshwater Prawns (Bag)



08PRDV10124 Frozen Raw, Peeled & De-veined Black Tigers (IQF)



08PRHO30224 Frozen Whole, Raw Black Tiger King Prawns (Gambas)




Countper kg

10-20/kg

20-30/kg

30-40/kg

40-60/kg

46-66/kg

68-88/kg

13/18/kg

18-26/kg

27-34/kg

35-44/kg

46-55/kg

U11/kg

13-18/kg

18-26/kg

27-34/kg

35-44/kg

46-55/kg

13-18/kg

18-26/kg

27-34/kg

35-44/kg

46-66/kg

68-88/kg

8-12/kg

16-20/kg

21-30/kg

31-40/kg

Unit of Sale2kg

2kg

2kg

2kg

908g

908g

500g

908g

908g

908g

908g

908g

each

each

each

each

each

each

each

each

each

1kg

1kg

1kg

1kg

1kg

1kg

1kg

Countper lb

-

-

-

-

21-30/lb

31-40/lb

6-8/lb

8-12/lb

13-15/lb

16-20/lb

21-25/lb

U5/lb

6-8/lb

8-12/lb

13-15/lb

16-20/lb

21-25/lb

6-8/lb

8-12/lb

13-15/lb

16-20/lb

21-30/lb

31-40/lb

-

-

-

-

Whole Raw Tiger Prawns

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Cold Water Prawns

A significant proportion of prawns sold in the UK are of the cold water variety. Sourced from the cold waters around Canada, Iceland, Norway and Greenland these prawns are translucent, turning pink when cooked.

Available in a wide variety of sizes they are always sold cooked and frozen, either peeled or shell-on. Peeled cold water prawns are usually glazed to prevent dehydration during storage; premium quality will have a 8-10% glaze (cheaper prawns will have a higher glaze, this can be up to 40%).


08PRABULK10203 Direct Seafoods Blue Label Prawns

08PRAEP10203 Direct Seafoods Epicurean Label Prawns

08PRAPOL30103 Polar Prawns A

08PRARGL20103 Royal Greenland Prawns 444 (Blue)

Countper kg

220-330/kg

385-610/kg

385-610/kg

385-610/kg

Unit of Sale2kg

2.5kg

2.5kg

2.5kg

Countper lb

100-150/lb

175-275/lb

175-275/lb

175-275/lb


004MUS0102 Fresh Scottish Mussels - Rope Grown

04MUS010201 Fresh Scottish Mussels - Rope Grown

08MUSMEAT0201 Frozen Mussel Meat

08MUSFUL0101 Frozen Blanched Musels - Full Shell

08MUSBANT0123 Frozen Bantry Bay Mussels - Whole Shell

08MUSMEAT0119 Frozen New Zealand Mussel Meat

08MUSNZHSH0119 Frozen New Zealand Green Lip Mussels - Half Shell (blanched)

08MUSMOUL0204 Frozen Moules Marinieres

Unit of Salekg

each

454g

1kg

5kg

1kg

1kg

450g

Approx Size1kg

5kg

-

-

-

-

-

-

Mussels

The common or blue mussel is found all around the British Isles. They are available all year round, however not at their best in the summer months when they are spawning or spatting. The UK is home to a significant mussel farming industry; rope grown, suspended above the sea bed ensures that the mussels remain grit and barnacle free.

Mussel meat is readily available frozen, alternatively try frozen greenlip mussels from New Zealand which are larger & meatier.

Shellfish

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Scallops

Scallops are available all year round within the UK. Found in deeper water than most shellfish they are either dredged or diver caught (these scallops command a higher price than the dredged alternative).

King scallops or jumbo scallops are either sold in shell or as scallop meat. These scallops are available soaked (scallops absorb water which adds weight and produces a cheaper alternative) or un-soaked (which is a more premium product). UK scallop meat is generally sold roe-on (the roe is also known as the coral) but scallop meat imported from North America is always roe-less.

Queen scallops are a much smaller variety usually only sold as meat.


04SCA20202 Fresh Live Scallops in Shell (medium) - Diver Caught

04SCA30202 Fresh Live Scallops in Shell (large) - Diver Caught

04SCAM0102 Fresh Scallop Meat - Unsoaked (roe-on)

04SCAM0114 Fresh Scallop Meat - Unsoaked (roeless)

04SCASOA0102 Fresh Scallop Meat - Soaked (roe-on)

04QSCM0101 Fresh Queen Scallop Meat (roe-on)

08SCAJUM0201 Frozen King Scallops - roe on

08SCAQ0101 Frozen Queen Scallops - roe on

08SCAHALFQ0202 Frozen Queen Scallops - Half Shell

Countper kg

-

-

-

-

-

-

18-35/kg

88-132/kg

20-30/kg

Unit of Saleeach

each

kg

kg

kg

kg

2kg

2kg

2kg

Countper lb

-

-

-

-

-

-

8-16/lb

40-60/lb

10-15/lb

Rock Oysters

Oysters

There are two main varieties available in the UK; the pacific or rock oyster is commonly farmed in Northern European inshore and estuarine waters and is available all year round.

Native oysters are considered to be the finest but they take longer to grow, making them more expensive. They are only harvested from September to April, outside the spawning season.


04OYR10202 Fresh Rock Oysters (No 1)



04OYN10201 Fresh Native Oyster (No 1)



08OYMEA0101 Frozen Oyster Meat

Unit of Saleeach

each

each

each

each

each

1kg

Approx Size

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04ACL0104 Fresh Amande Clams

04PCL0104 Fresh Palourde Clams

04RCL0101 Fresh Razor Clams

04VENCL0104 Fresh Venus Clams

04AMERCL0101 Fresh American Hard Shell Clams

08CLAMMEA0101A Frozen Clam Meat

Unit of Salekg

kg

kg

kg

kg

454g

Approx Size

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-

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Whelks

Clams

With the exception of the razor clam, so called because its elongated shell is shaped like a cut-throat razor, all clams are round and stone-like in appearance. There are a number of varieties, including armande and venus but the most popular is the palourdes clam. Availability is good all year round.

Whelks

Whelk meat has a strong flavour and firm texture. Though available live the meat is typically sold cooked and frozen.


04WHE0101 Fresh Whelks

08WHELKIQF0101 Frozen Whelk Meat

Unit of Salekg

1kg

Approx Size

-

-

Palourde Clams Razor Clams


04COCK0101 Fresh Cockles

08COC10101 Frozen Cockle Meat

Unit of Salekg

454g

Approx Size

-

-

Cockles

An historic UK favourite, cockles are usually fished in muddy silted areas such as Morecambe Bay, the Thames Estuary, Leigh on Sea and the Burry Inlet. Generally available live all year round, frozen and preserved in brine or vinegar as an alternative.

Shrimps


08POTBR0201 Frozen Potted Brown Shrimps

08PBS20201 Frozen peeled Brown Shrimps

Unit of Sale1kg

1kg

Approx Size

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CephalopodsAlthough technically of the mollusc family, cephalopods are very different in appearance.

Squid, cuttlefish and octopus are widely found in all oceans of the world and are readily available within UK waters.

A l l cephalopods conta in ink sacs , secreting a black or brown ink which they use as a defence mechanism to escape from predators.


Squid

Squid

Squid is the most widely consumed cephalopod found in UK waters.

Whilst the body, arms and tentacles are edible watch out for the transparent quill which needs to be removed before cooking.

Cuttlefish

Similar to squid but with a tougher texture, cuttlefish is not widely consumed within the UK, and most local catches are sold to Europe. The cuttlefish is unusual in having an internal bone or shell, this has a variety of uses, the most familiar being in bird cages.

Octopus

Octopus is common through the English Channel and the Mediterranean. The firmest eat of the cephalopods the tentacles are the best bit for consuming.


01CUT0101 FreshWhole Cuttlefish

Unit of Salekg

Approx Size

300g+


01SQS0101 Fresh Whole Squid - Small

01SQM0101 Fresh Whole Squid - Medium

01SQL0101 Fresh Whole Squid - Large

08SQUBATEN0124 Frozen Baby Calamari with Tentacles (cleaned)

08SQRI202 Frozen Blanched Calamari Rings (IQF)

08SQRIBAT0201 Frozen Battered Calamari

08SQUITUB20101 Frozen Calamari Tubes (IQF)

Unit of Salekg

kg

kg

1kg

1kg

500g

1kg

Approx Size

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U5/kg


01OC0101 Fresh Whole Octopus

Unit of Salekg

Approx Size

300g+

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Cuttlefish

Smoked FishAs a group we have a wonderful selection of hot and cold smoked and cured fish.

As well as haddock, salmon and mackerel we stock many other species of fish to a wide variety of specification.

Please contact your local depot to discuss any specific smoking requirements you might have.


Natural Smoked Haddock

Smoked Salmon

Traditional smoked salmon is produced by cold-smoking, although hot-smoked salmon is available.


05SLSM010201 Smoked Salmon Sides Fully Trimmed

05SLSMR0102 Smoked Salmon Sides D-Cut

05SLSMR010201 Smoked Salmon Sides L-Cut

05SLSMP0202 Smoked Salmon Pack L-Cut

05SLSMP10202 Smoked Salmon Pack L-Cut

05SLSMTRBR0202 Smoked Salmon Trimmings

05SALHSS0102 Hot Smoked Salmon Sides

05SALHSS0102P Hot Smoked Salmon Portions

Unit of Salekg

kg

kg

454g

250g

227g

kg

kg

Approx Size

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1-1.5kg

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Smoked Salmon


05GRAV0102 Gravadlax Side Unsliced

05GRAVS0102 Gravadlax Side Sliced

05GRAVP10202 Gravadlax Pack Sliced

Unit of Salekg

kg

each

Approx Size

1-1.5kg

1-1.5kg

227g

Gravadlax

Curing salmon fillets with dill, sugar, salt and peppercorns produces this Scandinavian speciality.


05SMTRF10201 Smoked Trout Fillets

05SMHAL0103 Smoked Halibut Side

05SMEELF20201 Smoked Eel Fillet

05SMTUN0201 Smoked Tuna Fillet

Unit of Salepair

kg

200g

200g

Approx Size

2-60kg

1kg

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Smoked Fish

Smoked Haddock

Smoked haddock was traditionally brined with a yellow colour added to the brine before being smoked. Today natural smoked haddock is a more popular method of smoking.

Arbroath smokies are whole, hot smoked haddock.


05FINHAD0101 Fresh Finnan Haddock

05ARBSMK0102 Fresh Arbroath Smokies

05SH0101 Smoked Haddock Fillet - Natural

05SHD0101 Smoked Haddock Fillet - Dyed

05SH010101E110 Smoked Haddock Portions



08SMHD0201 Frozen Smoked Haddock - Dyed

08SMHN0201 Frozen Smoked Haddock - Natural

Unit of Salekg

kg

kg

kg

each

each

each

3.17kg (8ptn)

3.17kg (8ptn)

Approx Size

-

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220-340g (8-12oz)

220-340g (8-12oz)

110-140g (4-5oz)

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-200g (6-7oz)

280-500g (10-18oz)

280-500g (10-18oz)


05MACSMKW0101 Smoked Mackerel Whole

05MACSMK0101 Smoked Mackerel Fillets

05MACPEP0101 Peppered Mackerel Fillets

Unit of Salekg

kg

kg

Approx Size

200-500g (6-18oz)

40-100g (2-4oz)

40-100g (2-4oz)

Smoked Mackerel

Fish, such as mackerel, which are high in oil are ideal for smoking. Mackerel is hot-smoked.


05KIP0101 Whole Kippers

05KIPF0101 Kipper Fillets

Unit of Salekg

kg

Approx Size

17- 210g

-

Kippers

Herrings, which have been cold smoked result in kippers.

Smoked FishMarinated Seafood Product Code Product Description

07AOIL20204 Anchovies in Oil

07SOIL10201 Seafood Salad In Oil

08SFCOCK0201 Frozen Seafood Cocktail

07PRABR10201 Prawns In Brine Blue

07PRABRT0201 Tiger Prawns In Brine

07CRABR10201 Crayfish Tails In Brine

07COBRI10201 Cockles In Brine

07MUSBR10201 Mussels In Brine

07ROLL0201 Rollmops

07MAHD20202 Marinated Herrings in Dill

07MAHM20202 Marinated Herrings in Madeira

Unit of Sale1kg

1kg

1kg

1-1.5kg (900g dw)

1-1.5kg (900g dw)

1-1.5kg (900g dw)

2kg

2kg

2.5kg

2.5kg

2.5kg

Approx Size

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

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Kippers


06SEV10217 Sevruga Caviar

06BEL10217 Beluga Caviar

06KET10201 Keta Caviar

06AVR0101 Avruga Caviar

06BLUMP10201 Black Lumpfish Roe

06RLUMP10201 Red Lumpfish Roe

Unit of Sale30g

30g

100g

120g

100g

100g

Approx Size

-

-

-

-

-

-

Caviar & Roes


07SQUINK10201 Squid Ink

07TP102 Tuna Pouch (in brine)

07TUNBR0201 Tuna (in brine)

Unit of Sale

500ml jar

1kg pouch

1.8kg tin

Approx Size

-

-

-

Store Cupboard Ingredients

Here is a selection of the range we supply.

Please contact your local depot to find out more about the range, or if you are looking for a specific product, we are always on hand to help.


Value Added FrozenBreaded & Battered Fish

Fish Fingers & Fish Cakes

Prawns

Scampi


08BC10201 Frozen Battered Cod Fillets



08BRC0201 Frozen Breaded Cod Fillets



08BAH10201 Frozen Battered Haddock

08BAH20201 Frozen Battered Haddock

08BRH10201 Frozen Breaded Haddock

08BRH20201 Frozen Breaded Haddock

08BRP10201 Frozen Breaded Plaice

08BRP20201 Frozen Breaded Plaice

08BRPG0201 Frozen Breaded Plaice Goujons

08BRDLEM0201 Frozen Breaded Lemon Sole

08BRLMG0201 Frozen Breaded Lemon Sole Goujons

Unit of Sale24ptn

18ptn

15ptn

31ptn

24ptn

19 ptn

24ptn

18ptn

24ptn

18ptn

24ptn

18ptn

454g

24ptn

454g

Approx Size

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-200g (6-7oz)

220-280g (8-10oz)

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-200g (6-7oz)

220-280g (8-10oz)

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-200g (6-7oz)

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-200g (6-7oz)

140-170g (5-6oz)

170-200g (6-7oz)

-

110-170g (4-6oz)

-


08FFI0201 Frozen Fish Fingers

08CDFI0201 Frozen Cod Fish Cakes

08SFI0201 Frozen Salmon Fish Cakes

08TFC0301 Frozen Thai Fish Cakes

Unit of Sale

120 ptn

24 ptn

24 ptn

48 ptn

Approx Size25g

80-90g

80-90g

-

Countper kg

57-66/kg

21-25/kg


08PRBF0201 Frozen Breaded Butterfly Prawns

08PRFI10201 Frozen Oriental Prawns Wrapped in Filo Pastry

Unit of Sale500g

1kg

Countper lb

-

-


08SCAMKHB0223 Frozen Kilhorne Bay Scampi - Wholetail

08SCAMRFB0201 Frozen Breaded Scampi - reformed

08SCAMWHB0201 Frozen Breaded Scampi - wholetail

08SCAMP10201 Frozen Peeled Scampi Supreme

08SCAMP20201 Frozen Peeled Scampi Jumbo

08SCAMP30201 Frozen Peeled Scampi Gourmet

08SCAMP40201 Frozen Peeled Scampi Select

Countper kg

44-66/kg

Unit of Sale454g

454g

454g

454g

454g

454g

454g

Countper lb

20-30/lb

10-20/lb

20-30/lb

30-45/lb

45-60/lb

Many factors influence seasonality; this guide provides a broad indication. Our experienced fishmonger at your local depot can advise you in greater detail.

Species Availability

Your guide to seasonal availability.

Good

Variable

Poor

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Anchovies Round Fish Sprats

Barracuda Exotics

Barramundi Exotics Stone Bass

Bream - Gilthead Round Fish Red Bream, Black Bream

Bream - Black Round Fish Gilthead Bream

Bream - Red Sea Round Fish Other Bream

Brill Flat Fish Turbot

Carp Freshwater Fish Perch, Pike

Catfish Freshwater Fish Pangasious

Clams Shellfish Cockles, Mussels

Cockles Shellfish Clams

Cod - Wild Round Fish Haddock, Coley, Pollock

Cod - Farmed Round Fish Haddock, Coley, Pollock

Cod - Skrei Round Fish Haddock, Coley, Pollock

Coley Round Fish Pollock

Conger Round Fish

Crabs Shellfish

Crawfish Shellfish Lobster

Crayfish Shellfish Crawfish

Cuttlefish Cephalopods Squid

Dab Flat Fish Torbay Sole (Witch Sole)

Dover Sole Flat Fish Lemon Sole

Emperor Exotics Breams, Snappers

Flounder Flat Fish Dabs

Grey Mullet Round Fish Sea Breams

Grouper Exotics

Gurnards Round Fish Cod, Haddock, Coley, Pollock

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Haddock Round Fish Cod, Pollock

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Herring Round Fish Mackerel

Hoki Round Fish Cod, Haddock, Coley, Pollock

John Dory Round Fish Turbot, Brill

King Prawns Shellfish Langoustine, Crayfish

Langoustines Shellfish King Prawns

Lemon Sole Flat Fish Dover Sole, Plaice

Ling Round Fish Any Cod like specie

Lobster - Native Shellfish Canadian Lobster

Lobster - Canadian Shellfish Native Lobster

Mackerel Round Fish Herrings

Mahi Mahi Game Fish Yellowtail Kingfish

Marlin Game Fish

Stone Bass (Meagre) Round Fish Sea Bass, Grey Mullet

Megrim Flat Fish Witch, Plaice, Lemon Sole

Monkfish Round Fish

Mussels Shellfish Clams

Octopus Cephalopods Squid, Cuttlefish

Oysters - Native Shellfish Pacific Oysters

Oysters - Pacific Shellfish Native Oysters

Pangasius Freshwater Fish Catfish

Pike Freshwater Fish Zander, Perch

Plaice Flat Fish Lemon Sole

Pollock Round Fish Any Cod like specie

Pollock - Alaskan Round Fish Any Cod like specie


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Salmon - Farmed Salmon & Trout Sea Trout, Pacific Salmon

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Sardines Round Fish Herrings

Scallops Shellfish

Sea Bass - Farmed Round Fish Gilthead Bream

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Sprats Round Fish Anchovies, Whitebait, Sardines

Squid Cephalopods Cuttlefish, Octopus

Tilapia - Orange, Red & Black Freshwater Fish Sea Breams

Tobay Sole (Witch) Flat Fish Dabs

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Trout - Golden Salmon & Trout Sea Trout, Rainbow Trout, Salmon

Trout - Rainbow Salmon & Trout Sea Trout, Rainbow Trout, Salmon

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Tuna Game Fish Bonito

Turbot Flat Fish Brill, Farmed Turbot

Whelks Shellfish Winkles

Whitebait Round Fish Sprats

Whiting Round Fish Any Cod like specie

Yellowtail Kingfish Game Fish Amber Jack

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MSC certified products are available through Direct Seafoods Colchester and Direct Seafoods London, and are covered by the chain of custody certificate MEP-C-059. Speak to your local depot for details on availability.

These products come from fisheries which have been certified to the Marine Stewardship Council’s environmental standard for a well-managed and sustainable fishery. For more information on the MSC please visit its website at www.msc.org.

1. Hastings Fleet Dover Sole 2. NESFC Hake 3. US North Pacific Halibut 4. Hastings Fleet Herring 5. South West Hand-line Mackerel/Hasting Fleet Mackerel 6. Alaskan Salmon 7.NESFC Sea Bass 8. AAFA Albacore Tuna

GoujonsGoujons are small strips cut from a fillet lengthways. These are usually prepared by being coated and then fried. Goujons are typically produced from white fish such as plaice or lemon sole.

LoinLoins are cut from large fish such as swordfish, tuna and cod. Large loins will typically be cut into boneless supremes.

Pin bonedOnce fillets have been cut they may still contain small bones – pin bones – these can be machine removed or in the more traditional method removed by hand with pliers. Salmon fillets are usually pin-boned.

Pocketed fish Smaller sized flat fish such as sole and plaice can be prepared as a pocketed fish. This means they are de-headed, trimmed and filleted without cutting into the top or bottom sides and leaving the tail on, creating a pocket that is ideal for filling.

Quarter-cut fillet Two fillets taken from a flatfish are then cut in half lengthways producing quarter-cut fillets.

Butterfly fillet Smaller whole fish, typically 300-400g fish, can be prepared by removing the head and cutting through either the back or belly side of the fish. The two small fillets remain joined along one side creating a butterfly fillet when opened. Mackerel and trout are ideal for this type of preparation.

Canoed fillet The fish is filleted in a similar way to butterfly fillet, however the head is left on. This leaves a ‘canoe’ style fillet which is ideal for filling.

FilletFillets are the most commonly used cut. Salmon, sea bass (see below) and cod are some of the many fish prepared in this way. The fillet is taken off the bone although pin-bones may remain in round fish. Fillets cut from larger fish can subsequently be cut into portions.

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Steak, darnes or tronconsSteak, darnes or troncons are terms for cutting portions from a round fish, such as cod and salmon. The portion is cut through the bone of the whole fish.

SuprêmeSupremes are cut from large fillets or loins from fish such as salmon or tuna. This cut yields a thick boneless portion.

TailsThis is a term commonly used for monkfish. The meat comes from the tail of the fish; it can then be cut from the bone to provide fillets.

Your local supplier

1. Scotland 01506 859180 [email protected] Lindsay Rae

2. Taylor’s Newcastle 0191 258 2957 [email protected] Phil Coulterd

3. Neve Fleetwood 01253 774100 [email protected] Steve Atkinson

4. Colchester 01206 752075 [email protected] Iain Webb and Barry Gower

5. Direct Seafoods London 0207 3581617 [email protected] Gary Hooberman

Daily Fish Supplies London 0207 383 3771 [email protected] Steve Vella

Southbank Fresh Fish London 0207 639 6000 [email protected] Les Ironman

6. Kingfisher Brixham 01803 553232 [email protected] Marc Shipton and Kevin Weyman

Openshaws Birmingham 0121 6228830 [email protected] Tina Kerr

For National Account enquiries please contact our National Sales Team

Paul GowerSales Director07771 [email protected]

Rob RobbinsNational Account Manager07990 [email protected]

Dave PurdyNational Account Manager07739 [email protected]

Adam RoberyNational Account Manager07891 [email protected]

Bob HopegoodNational Account Manager07875 [email protected]

National Independent Sales Martin FineganNational Independent Sales Manager07969 [email protected]

Sustainability and Marine Conservation Lacky ZervudachiSustainability Manager07967 [email protected]


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MSC certified products are available through all depots and are covered by the chain of custody certificate MEP-C-059. Speak to your local depot for details on availability.For more details go to: www.msc.org

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