Almost-lobster burbot boil
July 15, 2026
Try this unsung hero of the Great Lakes for your next fish boil! … More Almost-lobster burbot boil
Michigan dunk-n-fry whitefish
July 15, 2026
Beer or soda water add extra flair to the batter for this easy fish fry. … More Michigan dunk-n-fry whitefish
Pan-fried tavern perch
July 15, 2026
Breaded and fried fish is hard to beat. … More Pan-fried tavern perch
Superior sushi roll
July 8, 2026
Great Lakes sushi? Give it a try! … More Superior sushi roll
First Catch fish fry
July 7, 2026
Visit First Catch’s food truck at the 2026 Houghton Mi Fresh Fish Fry to enjoy this yummy dish. … More First Catch fish fry
Oyster mushroom po’boy sandwich
April 24, 2026
With these invasive mushrooms, if you can’t beat ’em, eat ’em — New Orleans style. … More Oyster mushroom po’boy sandwich
Thunder Bay whitefish fillets
January 20, 2026
The 2026 Thunder Bay International Film Festival will feature a cooking demo from Michigan Sea Grant! … More Thunder Bay whitefish fillets
Roast chicken thighs with chanterelles
August 28, 2025
Pair foraged mushrooms with tasty roasted chicken in this hearty late-summer dish. … More Roast chicken thighs with chanterelles
Northwoods fish boil
July 10, 2025
Come to Houghton for a fish boil this July! … More Northwoods fish boil
Pan-fried fish fillets with strawberry salsa
July 10, 2025
Strawberry salsa? Give it a try with this easy recipe that pairs fresh fruit with pan-fried fish fillets. … More Pan-fried fish fillets with strawberry salsa
Springtime means smelt!
May 2, 2025
Changes in environmental practices, regulations, and control of pollution over the past 50 years have improved Great Lakes fish safety. … More Springtime means smelt!
Salt-preserved cherry blossoms
May 2, 2025
While best known for their fruit, did you know that the flowers of the cherry tree are also edible? … More Salt-preserved cherry blossoms
Slow cooker rabbit (or chicken) ragu with morels and cream
May 2, 2025
If you’re lucky enough to befriend a small game hunter or farmer with rabbits to spare, try making this rich braised pasta dish with morels. … More Slow cooker rabbit (or chicken) ragu with morels and cream
Great news about smelt!
March 26, 2025
After a brief hiatus, smelt is back on the menu! … More Great news about smelt!
Fiddlehead ferns: connecting generations
March 25, 2025
Two University of Minnesota Extension Forestry team members reflect on fiddlehead fern foraging and family. … More Fiddlehead ferns: connecting generations
Lota lota burbot love
February 7, 2025
A little seasoned butter turns burbot into a tasty treat. … More Lota lota burbot love
Great Lakes fish chowder
February 4, 2025
This simple chowder recipe highlights delicious lake whitefish. … More Great Lakes fish chowder
Candy cap walnut sweetgrass cookies
December 16, 2024
Mushrooms in a cookie? These crumbly golden desserts include two surprise ingredients. … More Candy cap walnut sweetgrass cookies
Smoked salmon pasta alla vodka
October 15, 2024
Use up your leftover smoked fish with this quick and delicious pasta dish. … More Smoked salmon pasta alla vodka
Whitefish paper “pasty”
June 28, 2024
Bake fish a new way with this easy parchment paper technique! … More Whitefish paper “pasty”
Freshwater Feasts 