Hake fish: what it is, which fillets to buy and how to cook hake
What hake is, how it tastes, which cuts to buy and how to cook it.
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Guides for seafood buyers
Practical knowledge for importers, wholesalers, retailers and chefs.
Short, practical guides written by the Gialmar team on certification, cold chain, sourcing in Portugal and choosing the right species. For product availability, contact our sales team.
Monkfish guide: what it tastes like and how to cook monkfish tail
What monkfish tastes like and how to prepare tails, cheeks and liver.
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Sea bream vs sea bass: differences, taste and how to cook them
How sea bream and sea bass differ in look, taste and cooking.
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Frozen squid and octopus: how to buy, thaw and cook them
How to buy, thaw and cook frozen squid and octopus so they stay tender.
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IFS Food certified seafood suppliers: what buyers should check
What IFS Food certification means for fish buyers and how to check a supplier.
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Buying fish at Portugal's fishing ports
How port-side buying at Portuguese auctions keeps fish fresher.
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MSC fish: what MSC certification means and how chain of custody works
How MSC chain of custody works and what documents to request.
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HACCP for fresh fish: from the auction to the plate
Critical control points for fresh and frozen fish in professional kitchens.
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Pelagic vs demersal fish: how to choose for your menu
How pelagic, demersal and cephalopod species differ, and how to choose.
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Our guides explain what IFS Food and MSC certification mean for a seafood buyer, how HACCP applies to fresh fish in professional kitchens, how buying at Portuguese port auctions works, and how pelagic, demersal and cephalopod species differ in use and value.
They are written for importers, wholesalers, retail buyers and chefs who want practical answers. Each guide links to the products and company pages that matter for the topic.
New guides are added as buyers ask new questions. If there is a subject you would like us to cover, such as a particular species, a packing format or the documents needed for a specific export market, write to us and our team will be glad to help.
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