Tag Archives: cod

Piel de Bacalao (cod skin)

Posted on May 26, 2018 by Mad Dog

Some time ago, while preparing a massive barbecue with Oli in Barcelona, I noticed an interesting crisp packet on the table and asked about the contents. Oli mentioned they were unusual and that I should take them home – he … Continue reading →

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Bacalao a la Llauna

Posted on August 28, 2017 by Mad Dog

On my last visit to Barcelona, I went to the Boqueria to buy some bacalao from the Brandada Lady. They are almost exclusively ladies in the fish part of the market – perhaps in the old days the husbands caught … Continue reading →

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Bacalao

Posted on December 12, 2012 by Mad Dog

December 12th, 2012 No trip to Barcelona is complete without a visit to the Brandada Lady,  who sells salt cod in the Boqueria. There are lots of salt cod (bacalao) stalls in the market, but this lady is always very … Continue reading →

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Fish Cakes

Posted on February 20, 2011 by Mad Dog

February 19th, 2011 Fish cakes are traditionally made with fish like cod and haddock, but I see no reason why you can’t use any white fish, such as pollock or coley – it’s cheaper than cod and in far greater … Continue reading →

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Hake with Beans and Chorizo

Posted on February 1, 2011 by Mad Dog

February 1st, 2011 Hake is a deep sea member of the cod family. The flesh is firmer than cod and to my mind it’s tastier too. Oddly they are not very popular in Britain – perhaps it’s the eel like … Continue reading →

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Fish and Chips

Posted on October 22, 2010 by Mad Dog

September 21st, 2010 I took Audrey to see the recording of the Hairy Bikers’ new series at the BBC today in Shepherds Bush, except the tickets said 4.15 and when we got there on time, the BBC said that they’d … Continue reading →

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