WHILE TOP CHEFS INSIST ON USING FISH THE SAME DAY IT’S PURCHASED, that standard is sometimes unrealistic for mere mortals without a daily fishing boat service. A good rule of thumb for the rest of us: Keep offerings from the ocean for no more than three days refrigerated. They key to keeping seafood fresh is [...]
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Longline Sculpture
This line could be responsible for thousands of pounds of fresh Alaska seafood. But today it looks innocent and dare I say, pretty. Share on Facebook
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What Do Alaska Commercial Fishermen and Hollywood Celebs Have in Common?
It’s Bag Balm! Although originally made for cows, Bag Balm has garnered the attention of celebrities such as Oprah Winfrey and Shania Twain and received mentions in The New York Times and Glamour Magazine. The dry-skin salve has been around since 1899 with the original purpose of soothing chapped cow udders, but the lanolin-rich balm-in-a-box [...]
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Viking Maid Abstract
The Ketchikan waterfront is bustling this time of year. Cruise ships coming in, float planes buzzing by, and fishing boats gearing up for the upcoming season. Share on Facebook
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Smoked Salmon & Watercress Roulade
Salmon may seem an odd breakfast choice, but try it! Packed with Omega-3 fatty acids (brain booster!), salmon is rich in antioxidants and selenium. The protein will keep you full and energized for hours. Smoked Salmon & Watercress Roulade You will need 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1 1/2 cups watercress, roughly chopped, plus [...]
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Church, Steeple and a Lot of Cruise Ship People
Everyday during the summer the cruise ships become the largest buildings in town. Occasionally, as many as five will be tied up along the waterfront in Ketchikan, Alaska. The skyline changes and sometimes they even block out the sun. Have you ever been on a cruise? Share on Facebook
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Commercial Fishing Lifestyle
There is no need to convince the thousands of Alaskans and avid outdoor men and women, who get excited by reeling in a 30-pound King Salmon or seeing a beautiful Coho rise to a brightly colored lure, why they need to start making plans to head outside. But for some reason, after the long winter [...]
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Dandelions in Alaska
I know, I know a dandelion is only a weed… but the joy that they bring to our lives should never be taken for granted. I am pretty sure Ketchikan has the award on the biggest and brightest dandelions anywhere! I remember the first time I was presented with a huge bouquet of dandelions and [...]
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Hole in the Wall, Ketchikan Alaska
Alaska style Billboard. Just a short walk down the ramp. Ketchikan’s cutest little harbor! Share on Facebook
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Pineapple Delight Cake
I like to cook almost anything, but I really love to bake! Cooking requires knowledge and practice, but real, serious baking requires more chemistry, more precision, and for extremely beautiful results a certain creativity and decorating ability. There’s nothing I like to do more than roll up my sleeves, put on an apron, and start [...]
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About LaDonna
I’m LaDonna Rose Gundersen, Alaskan fisherwoman, cookbook author and lover of salmon. The recipes and tales I share are inspired by life aboard the LaDonna Rose – the fishing boat my husband Ole and I operate together out of Ketchikan, Alaska. Read more...
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