Getting the most out of the local catch can sometimes mean going beyond boned, skinned, and pre-portioned sections. Here are the essential kitchen tools you need to take your seafood game to the next level, whether you’re buying from a local dock sale, a CSF, or a seafood counter.

Seafood doesn’t have to be intimidating, involve detailed recipes, or long preparation times. It’s a versatile, healthy protein that cooks quickly, and is flavorful and delicate on its own without too many other ingredients. These simple preparations allow you to enjoy seafood in its purest form, any day of the week.

As with any local favorite steeped in regional culinary tradition, people have a lot to say on how they like their Dungeness crab. Here a few of the most classic ways to enjoy Dungeness crab. But we want to hear your stories and recipes! We’ll share your posts across our social media platforms.

Eating seafood regularly doesn’t have to break the bank. Read our 10 tips for making affordable, sustainable seafood dishes at home.

Why buy a whole fish? And once you have one, what do you do with it? Read more about how to use a whole rockfish.