The Food Programme: Fish Training

The UK market for fish has almost doubled in the past 10 years, but many of us do not know how to choose or prepare fresh fish. The increasing demand for convenient pre-packed fish and the continued expansion of the grocery chains have caused numbers of independent fishmongers to decline. So how are fish skills being passed on? Sheila Dillon explores the range of training on offer for those seeking a career in the fish industry or home enthusiasts keen to learn the art.