State Representative Chip Brown submits a set of bills to support the commercial seafood industry
Alabama Lawmakers Introduce Legislation to Support Seafood Industry On Monday, state lawmakers from R-Hollinger’s Island revealed a new legislative package consisting of three bills aimed at enhancing Alabama’s commercial seafood sector. The proposed legislation, spearheaded by Brown, outlines various initiatives to bolster commercial fishing, seafood retail, and the protection of local saltwater ecosystems, particularly through […]
Sen. Britt endorses letter urging a prohibition on Chinese seafood imports
Senators Address Illegal Chinese Fishing Practices Last Thursday, U.S. Senator Katie Britt from Alabama signed a letter aimed at the U.S. Department of Commerce, specifically directed to Howard Lutnick. The message calls for action against illegal fishing practices by Chinese boats. In collaboration with another senator from Florida, the letter highlights concerns that Chinese fishermen—significant […]
State Representative Chip Brown proposes three bills to enhance Alabama’s seafood sector by combining tax relief and habitat restoration.
Legislation Aims to Boost Alabama’s Seafood Industry State Senator Chip Brown, representing Hollinger’s Island, is collaborating on three new bills designed to enhance Alabama’s commercial seafood industry while also strengthening the coastal habitats that support it. The proposed legislation includes the establishment of a State Sales Tax Exemption for Direct Seafood Sales (HB3), a Refundable […]
Rosen’s Cobia recipe earns top prize at Alabama Seafood Cook-Off
Emilio Urban, a coastal eatery in Orange Beach, showcased dishes that included spicy covia, blue crab basque cheesecake, brittle bacon infused with burnt honey, watermelon pearls, and a lemon drop pepper beer blanc, garnished with fresh herbs. Austin Salinas, the chef from Huntsville’s Hatch Restaurant, served poached red snapper along with ginger coal ra bislaw, […]
Florence chef takes home win at 9th annual Alabama Seafood Cook-Off
A chef from popular Florence restaurant Odette has been named the winner of the ninth annual Alabama Seafood Cook-Off, pitting the best chefs across the state against each other to win $2,500 and a chance to win at the 2024 Great American Seafood Cook-Off in New Orleans, Louisiana this summer. According to Alabama Gulf Seafood, […]
David Rainer: Odette’s Ogden crowned Alabama Seafood Cook-Off champ
A dish featuring one of the delicious fish species caught off Alabama's beautiful beaches was crowned the champion out of nine dishes.Number The annual Alabama Seafood Cook-Off is being held this week at The Wharf in Orange Beach. Chef Ogden of Odette carefully plates his stuffed pompano, which won him a cooking contest. (Photo by […]
In wake of Mississippi seafood scandal, Alabama is set to enact mandatory disclosure of origin
At the end of High-profile seafood fraud case A new Alabama law goes into effect on October 1, 2024 to prevent similar fraudulent practices after a Mississippi restaurant admitted to passing off imported fish as local Gulf of Mexico seafood. The Mississippi case resulted in the restaurant paying a $1.35 million fine and pleading guilty […]
Chef registration open for Alabama Seafood Cook-off
Alabama Gulf Seafood has opened registration for the 9th Annual Alabama Seafood Cook-off. Each team will participate in a two-day event on May 5th and 6th, with the winner receiving a state title, $2,500 in prize money, and the opportunity to represent the state on a national stage later in the summer. “As we enter […]
Chef registration open for Gulf Shores seafood cook-off
It was announced today that Alabama Gulf Seafood has opened chef registration for the 9th Annual Alabama Seafood Cook-Off (ASCO). On May 5th and 6th, selected teams of chefs will participate in a two-day event where winners will receive an ASCO state title, $2,500 in cash, and the opportunity to represent their state on a […]
Rep. Chip Brown sponsors bill requiring labeling on seafood products
State Rep. Chip Brown (R-Hollinger's Island) on Monday voted to support the state's commercial seafood industry by requiring restaurants and grocery stores to disclose the country of origin of the seafood they sell to consumers. announced that it has pre-submitted a bill aimed at “The seafood industry is vital to the economy of the entire […]