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FOR PISCIVOROUS PEOPLE...
JANUARY 2008
From all of us here at Dirk's Fish...
Thank you for an exceptional fish filled year of great friends, wonderful customers and new experiences! We wish you all a very Healthy, Prosperous, and Happy New Year. |
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Fish and Seafood for a Healthy New Year!
There is no bad time to make a good resolution.
This time of year seems like an especially good time to make a good resolution for yourself and your body. A little regular exercise and some good eating habits will go a long way towards shedding some of that holiday cheer and making you feel better all year long! Remember that moderation is the key, eat a little bit of many things, including all your favorites!
Fish and seafoods can play a big part of a healthy diet. They are good lean protein, low fat and low cholesterol. There have been numerous studies attributing fish to many more health benefits than any probable risk. Even pregnant women are encouraged to eat certain types of fish a couple times a week to promote their unborn babies health. I receive daily e-mails from various sources that tout the benefits of fish and omega-3's. I will place links to these articles and studies on the Health page of our website. A minimum of two servings of fish per week is the general consensus for good health. Resolve to try some new fish and/or recipes. We are here to help and guide you to healthy eating. We have many simple and tasty recipes on our website. Try a new one once a month or come to a class to kick start your cooking.
With your busy schedules and little time for cooking, don't forget to try some of our ready to go meals and fresh soups for home and our sushi and lunch menus for on the go!
Take advantage of our weekly specials and every day in-store specials. Be sure to use your "Dirk'$ Dollar$" and get a few bucks off your purchase too!
Besides cold weather, January brings us...
Fresh Bairdi Snow Crab Legs
It's not King crab but its darn good!
from Dutch Harbor, Alaska
These legs will arrive mid month and be around until mid February.
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FISH AND SUSTAINABILITY
Arctic Char
We became partners with the Shedd Aquarium last year so that we could coordinate our efforts in educating people about fish, fishing practices and health. We felt that once people had gone to the Aquarium and soaked in the sustainability message that they would need a place to go to purchase fish and seafood that they could feel was procured in ocean friendly manner. Fish that they could feel good about eating. Dirk's Fish is such a place.
I research all the fish that comes through our doors with a close eye on the various "Fish Lists", Monterey Bay Aquarium and Shedd Aquarium in particular.We really try to stay current on all sustainability issues to insure that the fish you buy from us is from a viable and renewable resource and one that you can feel good about eating. I will be adding a sustainability page to my website soon that will be more in depth on all the issues. We are also going to be working with the Shedd Aquarium to promote their Rite Bite program. Pick up one of the Shedd's wallet card at the shop when you come in. It's a great place to start looking for your new favorite fish!
Here are some links to a few websites to further your knowledge...
I encourage you to call with any questions or concerns you may have.
Dirk Fucik |
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Artic Char
Salvelinus alpinus
Sushi waiting to happen!
This fish is native to the Arctic and sub-Arctic regions of the world. No other freshwater fish is found as far north as char. Char is considered a tasty little secret among food lovers for it's mild taste and versatility. Char is also rich in Omega 3 and in vitamins A,D, and B12. These beautiful pink spotted fish are closely related to salmon and trout with many of their tasty characterists.The flesh ranges from bright red or orange to pale pink depending on where they grow and their diet. A big char can be up to 20 pounds. These larger fish are usually caught recreationally in Canada and northern Europe.
Our fish are coming from Iceland which is the largest producer of char in the world. Farmed fish usually weigh in between 2 and 6 pounds.These are the perfect size for eating! They are raised on land in closed tank systems with little effect on the outside habitat. This is one of the best methods of aquaculture.
Monterey Bay Aquarium has added char to its list of " BEST" sustainable fish.
Try using this fish as a substitute for salmon in sushi, on a cedar plank, smoked or even simply pan seared for a taste you won't soon forget. We will be carrying Arctic Char as a regular item in 2009 because it tastes good and is good for the environment.
Regular Price:$18.00 per pound
Special Price:$15.00 per pound
January 5th thru 18th | |
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Smokey Salmon Roulades
"Ready for your convenience"
We first made these in one of our classes last year and they were a big hit! This is one of our favorite meals at home. We have been making them off and on at the shop with great success. Now we want you to try them for your next casual dinner or dinner party. We have done all the work and now you get all the credit!
Salmon roulades are a split fillet of salmon filled with hand sliced smoked salmon and a spinach and white cheddar filling which is then rolled and slathered in our tequila/chili marinade. You simply bake them in a preheated 425 degree oven for 15 minutes then under the broiler, just to brown a little bit.
Call ahead and we will make as many as you need or just stop by a grab a couple of roulades for dinner tonight.
Salmon Roulades
Regular Price: $16.00 per pound
Special Price: $14.00 per pound
January 19th thru 25th |
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Heart Healthy Salmon
February kicks off National Heart Month and we though we would start a little early this year. It's never too early to be good to our hearts and salmon in any form is one of the best foods for our health! We carry fresh farmed Atlantic salmon and King salmon cut from fresh whole fish we receive every day(except Sundays), this insures you of the freshest salmon in Chicagoland! We have been buying our Scottish salmon from a few select farms in Scotland that have a good track record for treating the fish and the environment with more care than many others. Our king salmon comes from Creative Salmon which farms it's fish on Vancouver Island in Canada with minimal environmental impact. While farmed salmon is on the Avoid list of Monterey Bay Aquariums fish list, it is a general blanket recomendation for the general public. Many salmon farms have improved and are getting better at what they do on a regular basis. We use fish from these particular farms.
Starting January 26th thru February 14th...
Scottish Atlantic Salmon: Regular price: $16.00 lb.
Special price: $12.00 lb.
King Salmon: Regular price: $20.00 lb.
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| OUR NEXT CLASSES...
Start the New Year off with one of our classes/dinners.
COMFORT (SEA)FOODS
After a long holiday season, we all need a little comfort, comfort (sea)food that is. Join us in our first class of 2009 for another round of Terry's most excellent and original recipes. We have been enjoying them at home and now its your turn to sample them.
- Lobster/crab Mac and Cheese with Truffled Caviar
- Sweet Peppers Stuffed with Sea Scallops, Wild Rice and topped with Shrimp Gravy
- Creamy Extreme Seafood Lasagna
- Classic Marlin Stroganoff
You will find that our classes are different from most other cooking classes. People are starting to call them "underground dinners", sign up up and find out why. We are kicking up our presentations for 2009! Bring a friend, your favorite bottle of wine and your appetite for an evening of educational fun and great food. This is actually the second class that has been added because the first one sold out in December! Sign up soon!
$65.00 per person
Tuesday, January 27th 7:30 until 9:00
Class is limited to 16 people
Call for reservations, we sell out quick!
(We have a 48 hour cancelation policy)
773.404.3475
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A Great Valentine's Day Gift! THE ART OF MAKING SUSHI
 This is a great class for the person eager to learn about making their own sushi at home. We will be demonstrating four maki and three nigiri, while you are sampling our homemade miso soup and fresh tuna/avocado salad. After that it's hands on and you will be rolling on your own.
Bring a friend or two, and your appetite because it's all you can eat!
Bring a bottle of your favorite beverage (sake maybe) and be prepared for an evening of fun and food!
We will tweak this class up a bit with a Valentine's Day twist!
Tuesday, February 10th 7:30 until 9:30
$75.00 per person.
Call ahead for reservations class limited to 20 people
(We have a 48 hour cancellation policy)
773.404.3475 |
| Dirk's Fish & Gourmet Shop
2070 N. Clybourn Ave., Chicago Il. 60614
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"WHEN ONLY THE VERY BEST WILL DO"
If you want to try something new or impress that special person, we can get you almost anything you wish from the water; fish or seafood. If you need some special attention or a great recipe, our friendly and knowledgeble staff can provide that too.
If you are looking for something in particular, give us a call and we will do our best to get what you need.
"LIFE'S NOT PERFECT...
BUT YOUR FISH SHOULD BE!"
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