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Swordfish, Green Lips and Harry Truman
Bathing suit season is almost here and, while I don't really care if you are offended by me in a bathing suit, some people are starting to get focused on low-calorie sustenance as a way to be comfortable on the beach this summer. Fish = diet food.
Apr 174 min read


Rock Shrimp, Pacific Halibut and Paella
Hey Y'all, Happy Masters Weekend! I'm not a golfer but stories from the Masters are so much fun that even I can sit still long enough to watch parts of the tournament. How about that ball landing in a lady's shopping bag?!? We may be sneezing our heads off, but visitors to Augusta National must surely think they have walked into a horticultural paradise. Mother Nature is surely strutting her stuff this weekend. FIN MAIL: From Jenny: Kathleen, the grouper we had last night was
Apr 105 min read


Seafood Boil, Closed for Easter and Oysters - Farmed or Wild?
Hey Y'all, It's been a great week. We are working hard to get our Seafood Boil up and running for your spring/summer celebrations. We have had LOTS of business which means a chance to see and hear from many of our old friends (looking at you Tracey, Howard, Jenny and Knud). But the best day of all this week was Wednesday - Louie's birthday. He's 8 years old. And he is a very good boy. This Week's Special Steelhead - 6 oz. $9.95 each I know this is the same special as last wee
Apr 34 min read


What's In Season, Catch Coastal Boil and Steelhead Trout
Hey Y'all, I know the pollen is a lot. I can see your red eyes and runny noses when you step into my store and I'm sorry you are suffering. All I can suggest is an allergy pill and the realization that this pollen is the reason our city is so beautiful. Does that help any? This Week's Special Steelhead - 6 oz. $9.95 each What's New at the Catch Our new Catch Coastal Boil is not the frozen Catch to Go Oven Ready Meal Low Country Boil from days past - sorry Denise. This is
Mar 274 min read


Black Bass, More Monkfish and New at the Catch
After last week's monkfish disaster I haven't spent much time in the kitchen. I did have one success preparing a seafood boil as a test for a meal kit. It was fabulous and I am excited about presenting this meal to you soon as an option for a quick and easy dinner.
Mar 235 min read


The Traditional Feast of Seven Fishes on Christmas Eve
The Feast of Seven Fishes is a cherished Christmas Eve tradition in many Italian-American households. This special dinner features a variety of seafood dishes, each with its own unique flavors and textures. Choosing the right fish is essential to honor this custom and create a memorable meal. This post explores the origins of the Feast of Seven Fishes and highlights the best fish to include in your celebration. The Origin of the Feast of Seven Fishes The Feast of Seven Fishes
Dec 5, 20253 min read


Oysters
Fall is oyster season! Now is the time for oyster roasts, oyster chowders, oyster dressing and just eating raw oysters. You may have heard that you should only eat oysters in a month with an R which, according to old-timers, means that Novembe"R" is a safe month to eat them. This was a valid rule in the days before widespread refrigeration was available when oysters were often transported in rail cars on ice. In these days of modern refrigeration, summer months are safe
Nov 14, 20252 min read


Great Georgia Shrimp Adventure!
Hey Y'all, I'm excited to say that it looks like we will be making that trip to Brunswick next week to pick up your fresh shrimp! Please remember that you must pre-order for this fresh, wild Georgia shrimp. It will be available for you to pickup between Friday 10/24 and Sunday 10/26. You MUST pre-order this shrimp via the website. There will be very little if any to be sold in the store. Order cut off is Tuesday! Here's the link: No Fish Left Behind Have you ever noti
Oct 17, 20254 min read


What's That Gooey Stuff?
Hey Y'all, Cynthia wrote me this week in response to my request for educational topics for my blog. Her idea is a good one! She writes: Can you please talk to us about that pesky vein in the shrimp? I’m fine with the little black string-type thing, I get it, we all have to go someplace. But what about the thick, orange, goopy-type thing? Did that guy eat something gross? And is that a signal for me to pass on eating him? That guy is a girl! That goop is the roe found
Oct 10, 20255 min read


Salty Oysters, Grey Sole and G'mar Chatimah Tovah
Hey Y‘all, Thanks to everyone who inquired about my little dog, Abby. She is recovering from surgery and doing fine. She appreciates all your well wishes and says she would happily trade you a kiss for a crunchy dog treat (which has been forbidden food for a week.) Fishy Fish Also, thanks to all my customers/friends who send me ideas for emails. This week I heard from Bo who suggested I discuss "fishy fish" and how fishy is too fishy? Lots of customers ask me for suggesti
Oct 3, 20254 min read


Last Call for Coho, Fall Shrimp Adventure and Oysters in a Jar
Hey Y‘all, What crosses your mind when you think of fall? Most people think of cooler temperatures and driving through the mountains admiring fall colors. For me fall is all about fresh shrimp! This is the best season for beautiful white Georgia shrimp with NO ROE! Here's what last fall looked like to me: Early departure in a rental truck Almost there! Arrived in Brunswick to load up 500 lbs. of beautiful, fresh shrimp! It's getting to be that time of year again and John
Sep 26, 20255 min read


Last Call for Coho, Fresh Shrimp Run and No Wild Branzino
Hey Y'all, Wines By Mike Wine tasting is this Saturday September 27, 2025 This Week's Special Wild Alaskan Coho $17.95/lb. If wild Alaskan salmon is your thing, this is your last chance. This will most likely be our last shot at wild salmon for the season. Species Spotlight Manila Clams! Totes and Cards! One of the best things about the work I do is meeting so many different people. Natalie Carrithers is a customer who happens to be a very talented artist. I asked Natal
Sep 19, 20251 min read


Pacific Rockfish and How to Pan Sear Fish Fillets
Hey Y'all, I'm so happy to report that the new version of the KathleensCatch.com website is up and running! The online store is now open for people to purchase and pay for items in advance. Even if you don't buy online, the online store will give you an idea of what we have available each day. I can't guarantee that we won't sell out of items before we remove them from the website store, but we will do our best to reflect the actual products in stock each day as well as item
Sep 10, 20255 min read


Pompano, Coho and Scallops on Sale
Hey Y'all, Happy Labor Day Weekend! It's time for you to get some rest from your labors and enjoy your family, your dog, your grill, your neighborhood and the end of summer. I'm not sure if you know this or not, but Labor Day was created to encourage people to take it easy and eat more fish. In the News: Electric Blue Lobster Found off the Coast of Maine Here's Something New Dips Kitchen Low Country Shrimp Dip. You know you can find all kinds of seafood spreads in our refrige
Sep 2, 20255 min read


Glow-Free Shrimp, Live Lobster and Swordfish
Hey Y'all, If anyone ever doubts the difficulty of being a small seafood retailer, let me remind them of the impact of weather on our business. Hurricane Erin is churning up the Atlantic, making fishing impossible in the northeast. Species such as striped bass, skate wing and black bass will not be available for a short time but, luckily, warmer water fish will be plentiful. In Other News... Unlike shoppers at just about every other grocery retailer, you can ignore recent new
Aug 22, 20255 min read


Coho, Softshells, and Skatewing
Hey Y'all, You may have spotted me this week scrolling away on my cell phone while I sit in my spot by the window of the store. You may be thinking it is nice to be a fishmonger and have so much time to watch videos, but this is definitely not the case. Nope. I am trying to do all my work, including writing this email, on my cell phone because my computer is dying a slow death. I am dying of frustration right along side it and will be in the market for a wig soon if I don't g
Aug 1, 20254 min read


Gefilte Fish, Stripers and Caribbean Lobster
Hey Y'all, Business is growing here at the Catch. We are buying more and more to fill your needs so our supply lasts through the end of the day. Besides our usual selection, this week I brought in some interesting fish for your Friday meal. What's in Our Cases? Fresh Smelts Walleye Whole Branzino Whole Red Snappers Skate Wing Striped Bass Swordfish Yellowfin Tuna Red Snapper Red Grouper Rainbow Trout Steelhead Trout Atlantic Salmon by Verlasso Black Drum Corvina Mahi Cod Monk
Mar 21, 20255 min read


Fishmonger Hops Aboard The Sustainable Fish Boat
Fishmonger’s Howell Mill location is featuring a unique summer ceviche made with ASC-certified cobia, showcasing their commitment to sustainable seafood. The ceviche, infused with hibiscus ponzu and flecked with Daikon radish, is part of a larger summer seafood series that runs from Memorial Day to July 4th. This initiative, in partnership with the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) and local fish retailer Kathleen’s Catch, aims to promote eco-friendly aquaculture practice
Jun 3, 20242 min read


Chef Jon's Spotlight on Rainbow Trout
Texture: Lightly firm, tender and flaky. The skin will get lightly crispy but because of its thinness, it won't ever be extremely crispy unless it's dredged in flour and deep fried. Flavor: Mild and nutty. Good fat content brings richness, and farm-raised rainbow trout is usually higher in omega-3 fatty acids. Because of its mild flavor but good fat content, rainbow trout can stand up to strong complimentary flavors. Best Cooking Methods: Grilling, Pan Searing, Blackening
Apr 19, 20246 min read


Chef Jon's Spotlight on Mahi
Texture: Flaky, yet firm and steak like Flavor: Mild and sweet flavor profile, low on the “fishy” flavor scale Best Cooking Methods: Grilling, Pan Searing, Blackening, Deep Frying, Broiling Best Cooking Temperature: 135-140 degrees internal temperature, at this temperature the mahi will flake nicely without being dry. Chef’s Notes Mahi is an amazingly versatile fish that has a wide variety of options in terms of cooking and flavorings. Very popular in the Caribbean as wel
Apr 12, 20244 min read
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