Ep 256 - Charting a Sustainable Seafood Path and Influencing the Future of Culinary Arts with Umar Nguyen, the ‘Fish Girl’.

In our captivating podcast episode, our guest Umar Ngyuyen and I embark on a journey through the lesser-known domains of seafood. We delve into the increased use of the whole fish in dishes, shedding light on overlooked parts such as wings, heads, and even rarely considered species like Razorback prawns.

We discuss the challenges we've encountered in expanding the seafood spectrum for customers and chefs alike. Umar, ever the advocate for seafood diversity, emphasises education's power in shifting from conventional choices like salmon, barramundi, and snapper. Together, we underscore the integral role of wholesalers and how fostering more robust relationships with chefs can lead to more diverse seafood menus.

Umar also addresses the culinary industry's staffing issues, acknowledging the uphill battle. However, rather than dwelling on the negatives, we view this as an opportunity for growth, instilling resilience and passion in the new generation of chefs.

As we conclude this episode, we express excitement for the future, hinting at further exploration of these challenges and potential solutions. This engaging conversation will resonate with all of you who share our interest in sustainable seafood and the evolving culinary industry. 

We also want to acknowledge the great suppliers who made the ‘Catchers and Growers of the Sea’ event in Brisbane possible.

-Northern Wild Catch: http://northernwildcatch.com.au/

-Shark Bay Seafoods: https://www.sharkbayseafoods.com/

-Infinity Blue Barramundi: https://infinitybluebarramundi.com.au/

-Jervis Bay Mussels: https://jervisbaymussels.com.au/

-Rocky Point Aquaculture: https://www.instagram.com/rockypointaquaculture/

-Raptis: https://raptis.com.au/

-NZ Ora King Salmon: https://orakingsalmon.co.nz/

-Calendar Cheese: https://www.calendarcheese.com.au/

-Blue Reef Coral Trout: https://bluereef.au/

Please find our guest information here:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefishgirl/

Please find us here at POH:

Website: https://principleofhospitality.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/principle_of_hospitality/

Mentioned in this episode:

Fine Food Australia returns this September to Sydney and will occupy the entire ICC Sydney – that’s 4 levels of Fine Food! Fine Food has been the leading trade event for all food —from retail to hospitality, manufacturing to bakery for nearly 4 decades

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