John Nelson Dig, Shuck, Shake

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A seafood expert and Pacific Northwest native shares recipes and stories that capture the flavor of the region's unique fishing culture. The seafood recipes and cooking techniques in Dig, Shuck, Shake are perfectly paired with John Nelson's stories of growing up on the docks of the Pacific Northwest. A former chef who hails from a commercial fishing family, Nelson discusses where and how his favorite seafoods are caught while offering personable instruction in how they can be prepared in a range of delectable seafood dishes. With recipes reflecting kitchens from Scandinavia, Asia, Germany, South America and more,Dig, Shuck, Shakecaptures a distinctive style of Pacific Northwest cooking. Here you will find authentic recipes for Clam Chowder, Dungeness Crab Cakes, Fish & Chips, Spot Roe Caviar with Miso, and many other regional favorites.