The Truth About Albumin

Roasted salmon with albumin

That white substance on salmon isn’t a flaw—it’s albumin. Discover what it is, why it appears, and how chefs manage it beautifully in the kitchen.

Black Cod, Made Simple — My New Day Northwest Cooking Demo

Black cod with peach jam

Black cod—also known as sablefish—is one of my favorite fish to cook and serve. It’s rich, buttery, and incredibly forgiving in the kitchen, which makes it perfect for both home cooks and restaurant menus. In my recent cooking demo on New Day Northwest, I shared how I like to prepare black cod in a way that feels elevated but completely approachable.

Discovering Baja Mexico

Baja Mexico

From sea lions to ceviche, discover how Baja Mexico’s seafood traditions honor freshness, simplicity, and life by the water.