Philippine Seafood
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Golden Pompano
Happily, the golden pompano has become more common in markets and seafood stalls in the Philippines. At first glance, golden pompano looks attractive because of its bright silver-golden body, clean shape, and firm appearance. But one important thing to understand is this a cultured fish. Golden pompano is different from the traditional wild-caught pompano that…
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Bakoko (Silver grunt)
Bakoko, Silver grunt, Pomadasys argenteus, is commonly known in local markets as a type of fish, often associated with sea bream or porgy in English references. Local fish names can vary depending on the province, market, and seller, so I always think it is good to ask the vendor how they usually cook it and…