SEA PANTRY

What is a Sea Pantry?

When it comes to health foods, the ocean delivers! Fish, seafood, and seaweed are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are important nutrients for supporting heart health.  But foods from the ocean – when farmed or caught sustainably – also bring big benefits to the environment.

For the sake of both human health and ocean health, it is time for us to get a taste of the SEA. If we can commit to keeping these items on hand, we can expand our palates and improve the planet at the same time. 

What Items to Keep On Hand?

Take a look at my Pantry from the Sea – a treasure trove of beautiful, sustainable kelp, sea vegetables, fish, and shellfish (as well as personal care items and even pet treats containing ingredients from the sea) that support healthy living and healthy oceans. 

And if you think there’s anything I should add to this ever-growing list, please do share it with me!

Dried Seaweeds, Rubs and Sprinkles

Pasta and Grains

Staples for the Fridge & Freezer

Tinned & Shelf Stable Items

Pet Products

Personal Care

Where to Find

Here are a few shops that offer an amazing selection of sustainable seafoods: 

Hog Island Oyster Co. 

Maiden NYC

Caputo’s

How to Get Started

Taking the first steps is easy!
Learn how to best clean out and organize your pantry.

Recipes

Recipe: Cedar Planked Salmon with Roasted Beet Salad

Recipe: Cedar Planked Salmon with Roasted Beet Salad

I could sing the praises of cedar planks all day long. Grilling a fish like Kvaroy Arctic salmon atop this wood is one of the easiest techniques to infuse the fish with a lovely smoky flavor, while keeping it nice and tender on the inside. And it’s perfect when paired with a roasted beet salad with feta!

Recipe: Seacuterie with Irish Soda Bread

Recipe: Seacuterie with Irish Soda Bread

I learned to make Irish soda bread while at Ballymaloe Cookery School in Ireland — and this is one of the easiest breads to make! It’s the perfect yummy centerpiece for a gorgeous Seacuterie Board.

Recipe: Stuffed Artichokes with Plant-Based Sea Scallop  Panzanella

Recipe: Stuffed Artichokes with Plant-Based Sea Scallop Panzanella

It’s always such a delight when artichokes are in season during the fall and again come spring. They’re always delicious prepared the traditional way, steamed, but with this recipe, I decided to turn the yum-factor up a notch by preparing them that way, then using them as a vessel for an incredibly flavorful panzanella salad with plant-based scallops!