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Irish Examiner
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
Seafood Made Simple: Try Aishling Moore's monkfish cheek and chorizo rice recipe
I was thrilled to hear that at the age of 99 the environmental icon David Attenborough's latest National Geographic documentary would focus on the place where all life began, the ocean. I was even more delighted to learn I could go and see this in the cinema. After a lifetime of exploration and discovery, Attenborough explains he now understands the most important place on earth is not on land but at sea. Over 3bn of us across the world depend on the ocean as our primary food source. Some 2,000 new marine species are discovered every year. The film exposes the destruction of overfishing, trawling, and the devastation of dredging the ocean bed, destroying ecosystems of incomprehensible beauty and complexity. The illogical aggressive fishing of krill, a species of high importance within the ecosystem of the ocean, being used today in pet food, highlights the very real need for legislative reform. The documentary offers solutions to this carnage. Establishing marine protected areas or 'no take zones' is a proven tactic which has regenerated parts of the ocean and seen species reemerge in areas. Currently, less than 3% of the ocean is protected. According to scientists, to save and regenerate the ocean we would need to protect at least one third of it. Great success has been achieved in the Channel Islands marine sanctuary with migratory species of fish from the protected area spilling over into nearby areas increasing stocks. World leaders will meet this month in France at the 2025 Un Ocean Conference, where 'accelerating action and mobilising all actors to conserve and sustainably use the ocean' is on the table. Establishing marine protected areas must happen now. David Attenborough's Ocean will be available to stream on Disney on World Ocean Day, June 8. Monkfish cheek and chorizo rice recipe by:Aishling Moore This dish would also work well swapping the chorizo for smoked bacon lardons and peas for sautéed mushrooms. Servings 4 Preparation Time 10 mins Cooking Time 30 mins Total Time 40 mins Course Main Ingredients 2 tbsp rapeseed oil 1 onion, finely diced 3 garlic cloves minced 90g chorizo, diced 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 tsp dried oregano 320g Carolino rice 75ml white wine 1.2l fish stock 100g frozen peas 200g monkfish cheeks or monkfish tail cut into chunks 2 sprigs flat leaf parsley Sea salt Freshly cracked black pepper Method Preheat oven to 190˚C. In a large pot or ovenproof dish sweat the onion and garlic in rapeseed oil on a low heat for a couple of minutes until translucent. Season with sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Add the chorizo and increase the heat slightly. Cook for two minutes. Next add the smoked paprika and dried oregano and mix well with a wooden spoon. Add the rice and stir to coat it in the lovely chorizo-flavoured oil. Cook for one minute. While that's happening warm your stock in a separate pot, this will speed up the cooking process. Turn the heat up to medium-high and add the white wine to the rice and cook until completely evaporated. Next add the warmed stock, stir well, and bring to the boil. Taste for seasoning at this stage. Place the pot in the preheated oven and bake for 12- 15 minutes until all the stock is absorbed and the rice is cooked. You're looking for a moist, risotto-like consistency here, with the surface of the dish beginning to catch. If all the stock has been absorbed and the rice is still a little undercooked, add water and return to the oven. Once confident the rice is cooked, place the monkfish pieces and frozen peas across the top of the rice. Drizzle with a little rapeseed oil and season with sea salt. Return to the oven to bake for 3-5 minutes until the monkfish is cooked through. Finish with chopped parsley and serve. Fish tales I've used Carolina rice for this recipe but any short grain rice like bomba would also work. Instead of monkfish cheeks you could use chunks of cod, hake and pollock or skinned fillets of brill, megrim and plaice which will cook just as quickly. When warming the stock, be careful not to over reduce which will upset the quantities of liquid needed to cook the rice. I like this method of finishing in the oven as you achieve a variance in texture between the exposed surface area colouring and catching a little and the risotto-like texture beneath. You could cook this the whole way on the stove. If you do so, stir regularly to prevent the base of the pot from catching. I've used a fish stock for this recipe, but vegetable stock or a light chicken stock would also work. This dish would also work well swapping the chorizo for smoked bacon lardons and peas for sautéed mushrooms. Read More Seafood Made Simple: My chilli oil recipe is perfect for salads, rice and these steamed mussels
Business Upturn
22-05-2025
- General
- Business Upturn
Dive into Ocean Week Canada: June 1-8, 2025
HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, May 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ocean Week Canada launches nationwide June 1 and runs until World Ocean Day on June 8. During this annual celebration of ocean connections and culture, people across the country are invited to learn about, reflect on, and take action for the ocean. Hundreds of inspiring ocean-themed events are taking place across Canada–from shoreline cleanups and science talks to art exhibits and film screenings. There are countless ways for people in every community to get involved. Advertisement Discover the program of in-person and virtual events for all-ages at . Other ways to celebrate Ocean Week Canada include: Spend a day on the water. First-hand experiences help strengthen your connection to nature. Whether it's a lake, river, or bay—every waterbody in Canada links to the ocean. Watch stories from Water Guardians and coastal communities . Discover the ocean and ocean culture wherever you are. . Discover the ocean and ocean culture wherever you are. Take action for the ocean. Find shoreline cleanup information, community science projects, advocacy and more in Ocean Week Canada's Take Action Zone . Ocean Week Canada is coordinated by the Canadian Ocean Literacy Coalition in collaboration with regional hubs and partners across the country: Contact: Meghan Callon Communications and Design Manager Canadian Ocean Literacy Coalition [email protected] 1 (519) 501-3027 Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same.
Hamilton Spectator
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Dive into Ocean Week Canada: June 1-8, 2025
HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, May 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ocean Week Canada launches nationwide June 1 and runs until World Ocean Day on June 8. During this annual celebration of ocean connections and culture, people across the country are invited to learn about, reflect on, and take action for the ocean. Hundreds of inspiring ocean-themed events are taking place across Canada–from shoreline cleanups and science talks to art exhibits and film screenings. There are countless ways for people in every community to get involved. Discover the program of in-person and virtual events for all-ages at . Other ways to celebrate Ocean Week Canada include: Ocean Week Canada is coordinated by the Canadian Ocean Literacy Coalition in collaboration with regional hubs and partners across the country: . Contact: Meghan Callon Communications and Design Manager Canadian Ocean Literacy Coalition media@ 1 (519) 501-3027
BBC News
18-05-2025
- Science
- BBC News
Plymouth expert honoured to work on Sir David Attenborough film
A university researcher has said it was a "huge honour" after he helped create the latest Sir David Attenborough documentary. Dr Bryce Stewart, an associate professor at the university, worked with broadcasters on the film Stewart's guidance was required when the crew showcased a carefully controlled study as part of the film to better understand the effects of dredging - a method of fishing which sees boats tow a heavy metal frame with a bag or net - on marine said: "It was a huge honour to work on the film Ocean with David Attenborough, and I had the privilege of helping film some of the scenes and advising on the script." He said: "The film is stunningly beautiful while being highly confronting at times. "However, it ends with a message of hope – that is, if you properly protect marine ecosystems and manage human activities sustainably, then the ocean can bounce back at an astonishing rate. "Achieving that balance and recovery is the focus of my research at Plymouth." As part of his involvement, Dr Stewart and colleagues at the Marine Biological Association worked closely with the production team to highlight environmental challenges and the importance of conservation was originally released in cinemas worldwide, and will be available for streaming globally on National Geographic on 7 June and Disney+ from 8 June, in celebration of World Ocean Day.
Epoch Times
16-05-2025
- Epoch Times
8 Great Things to Do Through the Summer Months in the Florida Keys
Kari Barnett South Florida Sun-Sentinel The Florida Keys have more than beauty and beaches. Here's a look at some activities going on this summer. June 5-7 Coralpalooza Tenth-anniversary event honoring World Ocean Day and World Reef Awareness Day. SCUBA-certified divers get hands-on restoration opportunities and snorkelers explore the broader context of coral reef conservation. Times vary. Upper and Lower Keys.
