Welcome to Pickford's!
Christmas is here once again, and if I need to go to Cost Co one more time, I'll scream!
Pickford still has Oyster, Pint, and Quart
Seaside Salt Oyster (Bold saltiness mellowing into a taste of sweet butter/cream at the finish.)
Fresh Catch Tuesday..
FRESH JUMBO SNOW CRAB CLUSTERS
FRESH HALIBUT (Halibut has a mild, delicate, and clean flavor with a hint of salt, sweetness, and butter. It's a lean fish with a firmer texture than cod, and it's sometimes compared to the taste of crab. Halibut's flavor profile shines with bold sauces and spices like curries, salsas, and blackened seasoning blends. It's also tasty with softer flavors like lemon, dill, and white wine. Halibut is similar to cod and haddock in flavor and texture. It's also similar to flounder, but halibut is firmer and meatier. Halibut is rich in micronutrients like selenium, magnesium, phosphorus, niacin, vitamin B12, and vitamin B6. Halibut can be prepared in a variety of ways, including pan-searing, baking, grilling, and slow-roasting.
UNAGI (Unagi is a Japanese freshwater eel that has a rich, sweet, and savory flavor. It also has a soft, oily texture and is often described as having a nutty, sesame-like flavor. The flavor of unagi can vary depending on how it's prepared, but it's generally richer when grilled or broiled than when poached or steamed.) OUT
TAKO (Tako, or octopus, has a mild, sweet, and savory flavor with a hint of umami. It's often used in sushi and sashimi, and can also be eaten in tacos and salads.
Here are some ways tako is prepared and what it tastes like in different dishes: Tako nigiri A popular sushi dish made with cooked octopus that has a firm texture and a faint sweetness. Tako wasabi A savory and umami-rich izakaya staple that pairs cooked octopus with a bright wasabi spice. Namadako Raw octopus that's sliced very thinly to prevent it from being too chewy. Namadako highlights the sweetness of the flesh and goes well with a little Okinawa sea salt and sudachi. Tako sushi or sashimiTako is usually boiled before eating to tenderize the meat and bring out its faint flavors. The meat is most tasty if left to rest after cooking until it's cooled to room or body temperature. Italian-inspired appetizer Octopus tentacles can be drizzled with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Grilled octopus, Octopus can be reheated by grilling and finished with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano.
FRESH ROCKFISH (Striped bass has a mild, sweet flavor with a subtle brininess, often described as buttery and not overly fishy, with a firm yet flaky texture due to its moderate fat content; it's considered a versatile fish that pairs well with various cooking methods and seasonings. The primary taste is a delicate sweetness with a hint of saltiness from its saltwater habitat. Although not overly oily, the fat content gives the fish a buttery mouthfeel.
FRESH COLD WATER "DRY PACK SCALLOPS" (Wild sea scallops are a low-calorie source of protein. Sea scallops provide a surprisingly high amount of omega-3s, as well as important vitamins & minerals like vitamin B12 (which can help prevent anemia, depression, fatigue, and memory problems, selenium (which acts as an antioxidant), and zinc(which helps to maintain a healthy immune system and heal wounds). Think of these scallops as a healthy indulgence.)
FRESH SCOTTISH SALMON (Scottish salmon has a mild, buttery flavor profile, and is known for its firm texture and rich, creamy taste)
SAMUEL SMITH YOURSHIRE STINGO IS FINALLY BACK!!
Rich, superb flavors of toffee, raisin, dried fruit, and caramel. Waves of flavor ascend and ebb leaving soft oak notes and satisfying fruitiness from bottle-conditioning. A rare and amazing first-class beverage.
ONLY FOUND AT PICKFORD'S
AND SO MUCH MORE!!
MANY MORE SUNNY DAY'S AHEAD!!
Thank you all for your prayers!!
Will Pickford
Pickford's Fresh Seafood and Gourmet
451 University Blvd
540-208-1881
williampickford6@gmail.com
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