Thanks to the Experts

Fishfiles is a portal into the world of seafood. It provides the basic information in a simple un-biased way. It is a living site where new information will be provided and where consumers can seek advice from experts and partners. If you cannot find what you are after on this site, ask and we will try and provide the answer or point you in the right direction to find it.

Over twenty years of research, development and knowledge have gone into building the Fishfiles website, Facebook page and YouTube channel.

The depth and range of information contained in Fishfiles meant the Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC) required input and help from a wide range of experts and partners. Over 200 chefs, fishers, researchers and seafood lovers have assisted in preparing this information. And for that we are very appreciative.

The following experts have provided their time and expertise in developing new material for Fishfiles.

  • Andrew Puglisi and the team @ Kinkawooka Mussels
  • Chase Kojima @ Sokyo at the Star
  • Claire Webber and David Ellis @ Australian Southern Bluefin Tuna Industry Association
  • Craig Foster @ Cleanseas Tuna
  • Joel Best @ Bondi's Best
  • Lester Marshal @ Coffin Bay Oyster Farm
  • Lisa Downs and John Susman @ Fishtales
  • Luca Ciano @ Barilla cooking school
  • Lucas Woolford, Mark Boulter and Louise Shaw @ Sydney Fish Market
  • Martin Boetz  @ Cook's Co-op
  • Matt Kemp @ Gazebo Wine Garden
  • Paul Watson and the crew of the Markane @ South Australian Sardine Industry Association
  • Pete Evans @ BU Organics
  • Peter Cole @ Peter's Fish Market
  • Shannon Debreceny @ three blue ducks
  • Tobias Craig and Samara Miller @ Abalone Industry Association of South Australia
  • Tom Walton @ the Bucket list
  • Trent Gregory @ South Australian Northern Zone Rock Lobster Fishermen's Association

Projects used in the development of Fishfiles include:


2012/209

Develop and promote the Australian Fish Names Standard (AS-SSA 5300) and ensure reaccreditation as a Standards Development Organisation

2010/228

Tactical Research Fund: Developing a dynamic regional brand - focus on flavour

2009/220

Tactical Research Fund: development of the Eyre Peninsula Retail and Food Service Seafood User Guide

2007/206

Extending the shelf life of fresh mussels (a MISA project)

2007/205

Seafood CRC: MISA - the seafood cool chain: product shelf life, eating quality and price premium

2006/209

Developing targeted strategies for improving product quality through selected low value seafood supply chains

2006/060

DNA barcoding Australia's fishes

2003/237

Development of a quality index for Australian seafood

2001/311

The Workboot Series - Fishing:  The story of the fishing industry in Australia

2001/232

Developing domestic and international seafood markets for undervalued and under-utilised seafood products

2001/231

Upgrade of national fisheries database to include images an common names of Australian fishes

2000/237

Nutrient composition of Australian fish species

1999/346

Hooking into Asian festivals

1997/300

Identification of market requirements for future development of the Australian Seafood Catering Manual

1992/143

Publication of a seafood catering manual

1991/087

Development of a seafood catering manual

Expert Videos

60 Seconds with Chef Pete Evans60 Seconds with Chef Pete Evans

Pete Evans took time to share his tips on how to buy and prepare seafood.

60 Seconds with Chef Matt Kemp60 Seconds with Chef Matt Kemp

Matt Kemp shares his seafood secrets and new way of preparing clams.

Fishfiles All Access with Chef Joel Best @ Bondi's BestFishfiles All Access with Chef Joel Best @ Bondi's Best

Bondi's Best Chef Joel Best takes us on a tour of his restaurant, prepares Chatham Island Blue Cod with Miso soup and shares his handing seafood secrets.

Chef Shannon Debreceny @ Three Blue DucksChef Shannon Debreceny @ Three Blue Ducks

Head Chef Shannon Debreceny gives you a tour of Bondi's renown Three Blue Ducks restaurant, shares some tips on storing oysters and shares some seafood secrets.