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Busting Seafood Myths: NC Catch Summit is March 20

Premier panels, insightful guest speakers. Learn how to advocate for local seafood. Hear from the man who inspired Farm Aid! Real talk! Storytelling! Education! Nags...

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This seafood feast features historic N.C. fishing family recipes

Commercial fishing family recipes inspire North Carolina’s distinctive coastal cooking. Meet the hard-working families who carry on the state’s vital and historic...

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Water pollution is hurting one of North Carolina's most historic fisheries

“Charcoal mullet is a thing of great pride” among coastal North Carolina cooks, archivist Connie Mason says. Fall’s first chill triggers a delicious, smoky scent along...

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Recipes

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Down East Bay Scallop Fritters

Bay scallops are highly prized by North Carolina commercial fishing families. The sweet, tender morsels harvested in the coldest part of winter in and around Carteret...

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Grilled or Broiled Oysters with Carolina Treet Butter

"I wish more people would grill or broil oysters," Chef Ricky Moore says. "It’s so easy, and the
quick blast of heat concentrates the oysters’natural briny flavor."...

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