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Fraser River Sockeye is here

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Photo: Clayton Perry
For the first time in 4 years, you will be able to find Fraser River sockeye at your local seafood retailer, including of course our 7seas retail stores in South Surrey and Kitsilano.

The last time fishing of Fraser river sockeye was opened to the commercial fishing fleet was 2006. Seven to Eleven million sockeye salmon were initially expected, that was upgraded to 25 million on August 23rd 2010. The Pacific Salmon Commission announced “Current run size assessments suggest that the total Fraser sockeye return this season is slightly over 25,000,000 fish (including 105,000 Early Stuart sockeye), which is the largest return since 1913.”

In the front page story in the Vancouver Sun on August 25th, Tracy Sherlock states the surplus of sockeye is causing supplier and retailer 7 Seas to turn fishermen away.

“People have fish going rotten in their boats; it’s really bad,” said 7 Seas president George Heras. “The fish is overwhelming everyone right now because there is way more than anyone expected.”

Heras said there is a dearth of ice and freezer space for storage, as well as a shortage of totes and processing space because many people have left the business after so many bad years. Read the full article here.

News from our Retail Stores

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Join us this Saturday for some fun at both of our retail stores

Surrey Location:
We are having a Wine & Seafood sampling this Saturday, Aug 14 between 1:00-4:00, joining us will be Rivers Bend Winery.

Come & join us for yummy samples, Door prizes …

Kitsilano Location:
Join the staff at 7-Seas 4th ave to celebrate “Kit’s Days of summer”, Sat, Aug 14th between 1:00-4:00

Come & join us for yummy samples, Door prizes …

Ideas for the BBQ

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With Summer finally here it’s time for BBQs and outdoor entertaining. Here are a few ideas just in time for your Long Weekend entertaining. All these items are available at both of our retail stores, so let us do the prep work and you take the credit!

(l-r: Salmon burger, halibut burger, crab cake)

Our newest delight, freshly made halibut burgers! Made with the freshest ingredients! No additives or bi-products! Fresh and ready for the grill, these halibut burgers are great tasting and have a fraction of the calories of a regular hamburger.

For those of who like salmon, we have salmon burgers as well, pre-prepared salmon patties ready for the grill. This is a must try! Made from fresh ingredients, these burgers are delicious and a healthy alternative to regular burgers. Once you try it, you will be hooked.

Everyone loves crab cakes but they can be tricky to make. Try our pre-prepared crab cakes ready for the pan. In just minutes, you will have delicious Crab cakes for your guests. Made from the freshest of ingredients, these crab cakes will be a hit.

(pacific grill trio)

Cedar Grillers. What a trio! Alaskan Coho salmon, Local Albacore tuna, and Alaskan Blackcod (sablefish) all lightly salted and lightly smoked ready to grill on the barbecue or in the oven. They come frozen on a pre-soaked cedar grill. They thaw very quickly and are cooked in 12-15 minutes. What an excellent way to add gourmet tasting, healthy protein to a meal. Check out more on grillers here.

Last but certainly not least, fresh crab and shrimp stuffed mushroom caps. Pre-prepared ready for the oven or the grill. In 5-7 minutes you will have a delicious appetizer. Make sure you set some aside for your self before your guests get to them.

Hopefully, we have given you all some meal planning ideas for your long weekend entertaining. Spend time with your guests rather than being stuck in the kitchen. Let us do the prep work and you take the credit! Come down and talk to our knowledgeable staff at either of our retail locations for more great ideas. Happy eating!

New Retail Corner section

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Welcome to our new retail corner section. This area will specifically focus on the retail side of 7 Seas. At least once a week, you will find new information on new products, meal ideas and specials. Remember there will be new information regularly so come by often.

7 Seas on CityTV’s Breakfast Television

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7 Seas was featured on City TV Vancouver’s morning show, Breakfast Television. BT’s Greg Harper talked to George Heras about various topics, including the nutritional benefits of Albacore tuna, the effects of the Gulf oil spill, the story of the Stikine sockeye, and what to look for when buying fish. If you missed it live catch it here.

New Product – Pacific Grill

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Introducing our newest product…

What a trio! Alaskan Coho salmon, Local Albacore tuna, and Alaskan Blackcod (sablefish) all lightly salted and lightly smoked ready to grill on the barbecue or in the oven. This is designed for those that want a quick gourmet meal with no hassles. They come frozen on a pre-soaked cedar grill. They thaw very quickly and are cooked in 12-15 minutes. What an excellent way to add gourmet tasting, healthy protein to a meal.

For more info click here.

For your convenience, Cedar Grillers are now available at the following locations:
7 Seas Fish Markets:
7 Seas fish market 4th Avenue, Vancouver
7 Seas fish market 152 St., South Surrey
Multiple Location Markets:
Choices Markets, for locations click here.
Nesters Market, for locations click here.
On the North Shore:
Blue Seas Fish Market, North Vancouver
Westlynn Meats & Seafood, North Vancouver
Vancouver:
Stong’s Market on Dunbar, Vancouver
Tri-Cities:
Inlet Seafoods, Port Moody
Delta:
Superior Seafoods, Ladner
Whistler:
Whistler’s Creekside Market, Whistler

7 Seas announces partnership with Boathouse Restaurants

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From Left to Right: Hanif Mamdani, General Mgr. Boathouse Kitsilano, Mike McDermid, Ocean Wise Program Manager, George Heras President 7Seas, Michael Heras Vice president 7Seas Photo: by Novak Rogic

British Columbia’s leading wholesale and retail seafood supplier announced today the company will be expanding its supply of sustainable seafood to include Boathouse Restaurants, a Vancouver based chain with several locations in Greater Vancouver.

George Heras, President of 7 Seas said, “Sustainability is a key focus at 7 Seas and we’re thrilled to be working with Boathouse Restaurants towards a common goal of providing quality seafood to consumers that also minimizes the overall impact on the environment.” 7 Seas works closely with sustainable interest groups such as; Ocean Wise, SeaChoice and the Marine Stewardship Council for sourcing the best in sustainable seafood and educating the public about its benefits.

“This partnership is a great fit for us, we share a common goal to provide quality seafood to our customers and we are committed to sustainable fishing methods and the Ocean Wise principals. We know we can depend on 7 Seas to source and provide the best in seafood choices for all of our restaurants,” said Kelly Gordon, Chief Operating Officer, The Boathouse Restaurant Group. 7 Seas will be providing Boathouse restaurants with a majority of their seafood including Queen Charlottes Troll Springs, Alaskan Sockeye, Local Halibut, Albacore Tuna, Northern Hook and line caught ling cod, Northern Sablefish, Saltspring Island Mussels, Island Manilla Clams, Island Oysters, Local Qualicum Island Scallops, Dungeness crab meat, Hook and line caught Ahi Tuna all sustainable and Ocean Wise approved.

To view the full news release click here.