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The questions we get asked most across the ice — answered the way we'd answer them in person.

A whole side fillet of organic spring salmon on a white marble counter with a chef's knife, kitchen scale, and handwritten fish weight conversion card

Ask the Counter · August 26, 2026

Fish Weights Made Simple: oz, lbs, and kg Conversion

A simple guide to ounces, pounds, and kilograms so you can order the right amount of fish for dinner, a family meal, or a special occasion.

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Scallops of three sizes laid out in rows on white marble with small chalkboard size labels

Ask the Counter · August 20, 2026

What Does “Scallop Count” Actually Mean?

U10, 10/20, 40/60 — the numbers on a scallop label tell you size, not quality. Here's how to read them, and which one to buy for what you're cooking.

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Fresh Atlantic salmon fillet and sliced sashimi on a navy plate with a sushi knife on a marble counter

Ask the Counter · August 22, 2026

What Salmon Should You Use for Sushi at Home?

Can you use any salmon for sushi? Not quite. Here's why our fresh farmed Atlantic salmon is safe to eat raw, when to reach for the frozen sushi salmon instead, and the one rule for wild fish.

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