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The Best Seafood Recipes for Summer 2026
Craving seafood inspiration? We’ve rounded up some of the best seafood recipes from around the web to help you make the most of your summer this year. Whether you're grilling lobster, …
Easy Broiled Sable with Miso Marinade
Sable's (also known as Black Cod) high-fat content makes it one of the most forgiving fish you can cook! It stays buttery even under a hot broiler, so it's hard to go wrong. Our go-to is a …
What to Cook This Spring: Seafood Recipes for Every Kitchen
Spring is finally here in Ottawa, and we've gathered some of our favourite seafood recipes for Spring 2026 to get you inspired. Whether you're broiling Halibut with fresh herbs, searing …
As Featured in Capital Eats: Ottawa's Destination for Seafood
We're proud to be recognized by Capital Eats as one of Ottawa's standout dining experiences. Critic Ralf Joneikies recently visited us and put it plainly: there isn't anything quite like …
The Ultimate Guide to Cooking Seafood at Home
Look, we get it. You've been staring longingly through our windows at Pelican Grill seafood restaurant, watching our chefs expertly flip, sear, and garnish the most delectable ocean …
Jim Foster Shares Simple Ways to Upgrade Any Fish Sandwich
What makes a great fish sandwich? According to Pelican Seafood Market & Grill co-owner Jim Foster, it’s all about balance... toppings that enhance the fish without masking its flavour. In a …
Your Guide to Winter Seafood Cooking
As the winter chill sets in across Ottawa, it’s the perfect time to bring warm, comforting seafood dishes to your table. Winter calls for hearty, comforting meals, and we’ve rounded up some …
Top Fall 2025 Seafood Recipes for Home Cooks
As the crisp autumn air rolls in, it’s the perfect time to bring cozy, hearty seafood dishes to your table. Fall is all about warming, flavour-packed meals, and we’ve rounded up some of the …
How to Build the Ultimate Seafood Tower - As Seen on Gusto TV
There’s something undeniably impressive about a towering display of seafood; iced oysters, glistening shrimp, tender mussels, and rich lobster stacked high and begging to be shared. It’s a …
Expert Tips on How to Buy, Prep & Cook Mussels, Scallops & Clams
Before you buy mussels, scallops, or clams, watch this! In the latest episode of Gusto TV’s This is My... Fish, Pelican Owner Jim Foster and GM Emile Roy-Foster dive into Mussels, Scallops …
Master Fishmonger Nathan Shares His Smoked Salmon Tips
Not all smoked salmon is created equal - and Pelican Master Fishmonger Nathan Rogers is here to show you why. In this quick video, Nathan shares three expert tips for choosing the best …
Chef James Shows You How to Prepare Arctic Char Like a Professional Chef
Ever wondered how we get that perfectly crispy skin on our Arctic Char at the Grill? Now you can learn from the best! Chef James is pulling back the curtain and showing you exactly how it’s …
How to Properly Cook Seafood on the Grill – Don’t Miss Jim’s Expert Tips!
Grilling seafood this summer? Don’t make these common mistakes. The Takeout tapped Pelican Seafood Market & Grill Co-Owner (and seasoned fishmonger) Jim Foster for expert tips that’ll …
The Best Seafood Recipes for Spring 2025
Looking for the best seafood recipes to try at home? We've scoured the web for some mouthwatering dishes that let fresh seafood shine. From quick and easy weeknight meals to showstopping …
Jim's Tips for the Perfect Seafood Charcuterie Board
Pelican’s own Jim Foster was recently tapped by Chowhound to share his seafood smarts for their Beginner’s Guide to Crafting Tinned Fish Snack Boards!
The Pelican Seafood Spring Scavenger Hunt 2025!
🌊 Ottawa's Tastiest Treasure Hunt Returns! 🌊
Chowhound Taps Pelican's Jim Foster for Best Raw Oyster Topping Ideas
What are the best toppings for raw oysters? Pelican's own Jim Foster recently shared his expert insights with Chowhound on what goes best with fresh, raw oysters.
How to Make the Perfect Fish Sandwich—Jim Foster Shares His Pro Seafood Tips
What’s the secret to the perfect fish sandwich? Pelican’s own Jim Foster just shared his expert tips with Mashed on how to make a restaurant-quality fish sandwich at home!
Behind the Counter: Lester Shows How We Prepare Halibut Fillets
Ever wonder how that delicious halibut fillet makes its way from sea to market? In this video, watch as Lester swiftly and expertly breaks down a whole, fresh halibut into the fillets we …
Avoid Common Scallop Cooking Mistakes with Tips from Pelican’s Executive Chef, Ben Baird
Did you CATCH this? Our Executive Chef, Ben Baird, shared his expert tips for scallops in this Chowhound article, Mistakes You’re Probably Making When Cooking Scallops.
Learn how to shuck an oyster
Ready to master the art of oyster shucking? In this segment from CTV Morning Live, Pelican's General Manager Emile Roy-Foster walks you through step-by-step on how to shuck oysters like a …
Pelican’s Jim Foster Dishes Out Tips for Perfect Fish Sticks!
We’re REEL-y excited to announce that our very own Jim Foster has been featured in Mashed's "Experts Tell Us the Common Mistakes to Avoid When Making Homemade Fish Sticks" article. Known …
It's Lobster Season here at the Pelican
Lobster season is here! Catch Executive Chef Ben Baird on the Rogers Daytime show as he cooks up a delicious Lobster dish.
Learn how to make a fresh Ceviche
Want to learn how to make a fresh ceviche dish at home? Executive Chef Ben Baird from Ottawa's favourite seafood restaurant - Pelican Seafood Market & Grill shows you the steps to follow …
Scavenger Hunt Week 4!
Welcome to week 4! Where did Pelican hide the Bobby Dazzler Seafood Towers this week? Let's find out! Below you can find photo hints of where each "Bobby Dazzler Seafood Tower" is hidden! …
Scavenger Hunt
Welcome to our annual Spring Scavenger hunt Where did Pelican hide the Bobby Dazzler Seafood Towers this week? Let's find out! Below you can find photo hints of where each "Bobby Dazzler …
Pelican's Chi Chi Rodriguez Seafood Tower Scavenger Hunt!
It's back and even better! Welcome to the new Pelican Chi Chi Rodriguez Seafood Tower Scavenger Hunt! (Same game - but with a bigger seafood tower this time!) Below you can find photo hints …
Baked Oysters
Enough for 12 oysters 12 oysters, shucked, keeping as much of the liquid as possible For the topping: 1 cup of small diced day old bread 1 strips of bacon, cooked and cut up 2 cloves of …
Pelican's "Naughty" Collaboration with Calabogie Brewing Will Keep Visitors Guessing
Pelican Seafood Market & Grill is a long-time supporter of local distilleries and breweries, but one local beer has out-sold all the rest. The reason is clear - it pairs swimmingly with …
Warm corn salad with seared scallops from Paula Roy of Constantly Cooking
By: Paula Roy An easy and delicious way to prepare my favourite shellfish! Did you know that late summer and early fall are some of the best times to enjoy shellfish from Canada’s east …
Make a Splash on Taco Tuesday with This Fish Taco Recipe!
Are you craving a delicious meal that's quick and easy to prepare? Fish tacos are a fun family favourite! These tasty tacos are a staple of coastal cuisine and are the perfect way to …
Pelican on CBC All In A Day: Hosting an oyster feast including shucking and killer baked oysters
Mario, from CBC, heads to Pelican Seafood Market and Grill on Bank Street for a primer on hosting your own oyster feast, including shucking your own and preparing killer baked oysters too! …
Sardine Sandwiches for a Snack!
Are you a foodie looking for a unique and new snack? Skip the chips and cookies and sub in something healthier – sardines! These flavourful little fish aren’t your typical afternoon goodie, …
Spicy Salmon Fajitas for Dinner
Looking for more ways to Freshen up your diet with seafood? Whether it’s for breakfast, lunch, dinner or snacks, seafood fits into your meal plan with speed and lots of bonus nutritional …
Whitefish for a Working Lunch
Looking for more ways to Freshen up your diet with seafood? Whether it’s for breakfast, lunch, dinner or snacks, seafood fits into your meal plan with speed and lots of bonus nutritional …
Easy Lobster Brunch Sandwiches
Looking for more ways to freshen up your diet with seafood? Whether it’s for breakfast, lunch, dinner or snacks, seafood fits into your meal plan with speed and lots of bonus nutritional …
Crab Cakes for an Afternoon Snack
Looking for more ways to Freshen up your diet with seafood? Whether it’s for breakfast, lunch, dinner or snacks, seafood fits into your meal plan with speed and lots of bonus nutritional …
Easy Grilled Oysters for Dinner
Looking for more ways to Freshen up your diet with seafood? Whether it’s for breakfast, lunch, dinner or snacks, seafood fits into your meal plan with speed and lots of bonus nutritional …
Shrimp and Salsa Lunchtime Salad
Looking for more ways to freshen up your diet with seafood? Whether it’s for breakfast, lunch, dinner or snacks, seafood fits into your meal plan with speed and lots of bonus nutritional …
Salmon Fritatta for Brunch
Looking for more ways to freshen up your diet with seafood? Whether it’s for breakfast, lunch, dinner or snacks, seafood fits into your meal plan with speed and lots of bonus nutritional …
Freshen up Your Diet with Seafood
When it comes to your diet, the best time for a fresh start is right now. We can all stand to eat a little healthier, and one easy way to feel better about what you eat is to add seafood to …